Excavations of the Ancient Salona – Spring 2024

This tour is intended for archaeology and travel enthusiasts, both professionals and amateurs, allowing them to work with an expert team on location in Salona. The excavations will take place every morning from Monday to Friday, focusing on the area inside the eastern extension of the ancient town, right beside the main baths. The afternoons and weekends are reserved for educational trips to the nearby cities and towns, all abounding in archaeological and cultural heritage.

 

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Excavations of the Ancient Salona – Spring 2024

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Historical and cultural heritage
  • Experienced expert team
  • Individual approach
  • Private transportation
  • Natural beauties
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Meeting the locals
  • Hidden spots

TOUR DESCRIPTION

This educational/adventurous fieldwork trip to the historic Croatian region of Dalmatia offers a unique experience of the still undiscovered part of the world and its residents, rich historical and cultural heritage and astonishing scenery. A tour of this kind adds an element of the unexpected to life, the missing spice which exults. Exploring fascinating archaeology and learning from the best local experts, travelling through the region and discovering its complex history, are the main threads of this adventure.

 

BRIEF ITINERARY

DAY DATE PLACE/ROUTE LODGING ACTIVITIES MEALS
1 12.05.2024. Kaštela – Salona Salona Palace Arrival day/ Introduction to Ancient Salona D
2 13.05.2024. Salona Salona Palace Field work / Leisure time B L D
3 14.05.2024. Salona – Split Salona Palace Field work / Split & Diocletian`s Palace pt.1 B L D
4 15.05.2024. Salona Salona Palace Field work / Leisure time B L D
5 16.05.2024. Salona – Split Salona Palace Field work / Split & Diocletian`s Palace pt.2 B L D
6 17.05.2024. Salona Salona Palace Field work / Diving course – optional B L D
7 18.05.2024. Salona – Sinj Salona Palace Town of Sinj / Tilurium / Give back activity B L D
8 19.05.2024. Salona Salona Palace Free day B L D
9 20.05.2024. Salona – Trogir Salona Palace Field work / Trogir B L D
10 21.05.2024. Salona Salona Palace Field work / Leisure time B L D
11 22.05.2024. Salona – Klis Salona Palace Field work / Klis Fortress B L D
12 23.05.2024. Salona – Split Salona Palace Field work / Archaeological Museum in Split B L D
13 24.05.2024. Salona – Kaštela Salona Palace Field work / Farewell vineyard dinner B L D
14 25.05.2024. Salona – Krka – Bribir Salona Palace Tour Krka N.P. & Bribir / Regeneration workshop B L D
15 26.05.2024. Salona – Kaštela Departure day B

DAY 1 (SUN) 12/5/2024 Arrival Day / Kaštela – Salona

-:- Pickup at the Split airport / Transfer to accommodation in Salona for check-in
-:- Visit the Ancient Salona site – introduction
-:- Return to accommodation / Dinner
-:- Free time / Overnight

DAY 2 (MON) 13/5/2024 Salona

07:00 Breakfast / Short walk to the Salona excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Fieldwork at the excavation site Salona – basic instructions and introduction to the site * (lunch provided on site)
-:- Return to accommodation / Leisure time
-:- Dinner / Free time / Overnight

DAY 3 (TUE) 14/5/2024 Salona – Split

07:00 Breakfast / Walk to the excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation / Refreshment time
16:30 Tour of the city of Split & Diocletian’s Palace, pt. 1
-:- Return to Salona
-:- Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 4 (WED) 15/5/2024 Salona

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation
-:- Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 5 (THU) 16/5/2024 Salona – Split

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation / Refreshment time
16:30 Tour of the city of Split & Diocletian`s Palace, pt. 2
-:- Return to accommodation / Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 6 (FRI) 17/5/2024 Salona

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation
16:30 Optional diving course / visiting the submerged ancient ports of Siculi
-:- Return to accommodation / Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 7 (SAT) 18/5/2024 Salona – Sinj – Trilj

-:- Breakfast
09:00 Trip to the Roman military camp Tilurium and the town of Sinj / Traditional lunch
-:- Return to accommodation / Dinner / Free time / Overnight

DAY 8 (SUN) 19/5/2024 Salona

-:- Breakfast / Free time
-:- Lunch / Free time
-:- Dinner / Overnight

DAY 9 (MON) 20/5/2024 Salona – Trogir

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the Salona excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation
16:30 Tour of the city of Trogir
-:- Return to accommodation / Dinner and free time / Overnight

DAY 10 (TUE) 21/5/2024 Salona

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the Salona excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Olive oil tasting / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation
-:- Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 11 (WED) 22/5/2024 Salona – Klis

-:- Breakfast / Drive to the Salona excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation / Refreshment time
-:- Tour to Klis Fortress / Return to accommodation
-:- Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 12 (THU) 23/5/2024 Salona – Split

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the Salona excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation / Refreshment time
-:- Visit to the Archaeological Museum of Split / Return to accommodation
-:- Free time / Dinner / Overnight

DAY 13 (FRI) 24/5/2024 Salona – Kaštela

-:- Breakfast / Walk to the Salona excavation site
08:00 – 15:00 Field work* / Lunch
-:- Return to accommodation / Refreshment time
-:- Dinner party with wine tasting in the vineyard
-:- Return and overnight

DAY 14 (SAT) 25/5/2024 Salona – N.P. Krka – Bribir

-:- Breakfast
08:00 Depart for Krka NP / Explore the park
11:00 Education and leisure time on Terra Meera estate / Home-hosted meal
16:00 Tour of the Bribir site with an archaeologist
18:00 Return to Salona
-:- Dinner / Free time / Overnight

DAY 15 (SUN) 26/5/2024 Salona – Resnik

-:- Breakfast
-:- Farewell transfer

TOUR DURATION 15 days / 14 nights
AVAILABILITY 12th May – 26th May 2024
ARRIVAL AIRPORTS Split / Dubrovnik / Zagreb
DEPARTURE AIRPORTS Split / Dubrovnik / Zagreb
OVERNIGHT LOCATIONS Solin (for full-programme) / Split (for tailor-made programme)
ACCOMMODATION Salona Palace Hotel 4* / Boutique Hotel (for tailor-made)
TOUR STYLE Active tour with peaceful evenings
TOUR PACE Energetic / Intensive
ACTIVITIES Archaeological fieldwork, Walking, hiking, diving (optional)
FEATURES Historical sites, UNESCO sites and intangible heritage, local people
AVAILABLE OPTIONS Tailoring the tour to your needs
PRICE 2950 EURO per person
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT COST 560 EURO
TRAVEL VISAS Passangers from EU and English speaking countries do not require Croatian Visa. For more information, please check the following link.
TRAVEL INSURANCE Advisable and available on request

Inclusions: Accommodation based on all-inclusive meals (American plan), a complete itinerary programme with all entrance fees, expert local guides, transportation, road taxes, organisation, 24/7 agent & logistic support & VAT.

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Liana Muresan, New York (USA)

The Ancient Salona program has been one of the most fantastic travel experiences I’ve ever had. It’s overflowing with historical and cultural depth, from participating in the archaeological excavations of Salona, to exploring several cities and sites, both on and off the mainland, led and organized by the incredible Robert, who went above and beyond to make sure we had a truly great experience. The program included 2 weeks of hard but rewarding digging under the overview of the ever
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Alex Shulman, Illinois (USA)

It is a 5 stars archeological and cultural tour of Croatia. With every minute planned by Robert to the last detail. Robert takes care of each person in the group based on individual needs and preferences. I had many guides and tours in my life but nothing even close to the one Robert provides. Hotel is located right near Salona excavation site with beautiful view on the park from the room’s balcony. Room is very nice and clean. WiFi works
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Daniela Wojas, Illinois (USA)

Ventula Travel made me fall in love with Croatia and archeology. The trips we were on, the food, wine, and company were truly outstanding. I had the pleasure of meeting the most intelligent and interesting people with unique hobbies and vast knowledge. Trips to the Archaeological Museum in Split and the fortress of Klis will forever remain in my memory. Just as diving in the submerged port of Siculi settlement. In addition, I absolutely LOVED the excavations in Salona –
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Laura A., Washington, (USA)

I had an excellent trip to Croatia planned by Robert and Jelena. The food was excellent, the tours were all great, and the hotels were very deluxe. The Hotel Adriana in Dubrovnik was especially nice; we had a great view from our room and there was a nice area you could swim in the Adriatic right from the hotel. We also had a great meal at their restaurant. The second half of my trip I spent helping on an archaeological
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Jessica E., Maryland (USA)

I’m not used to taking packaged trips. I usually do my own research and planning for travel. But I feel like I got to know the area on a level I haven’t with other destinations. I think you’ve fundamentally changed how I approach traveling from now on due to how wonderful this experience was. Thank you for hosting us and letting us take part. The attention to detail was phenomenal. Everything worked like clockwork. Everyone we met was wonderful, on
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Mary Frenkel, Texas (USA)

Best vacation ever! Robert planned it perfectly and thought of everything. I loved how he could customize the packages according to my needs and wishes and was always available when I needed him or had questions before and during the trip. He personally selects only the best guides, hotels etc he knows for the best quality/experience for his clients. I will be booking all future travel with him and recommend him to all my friends and family. My trip was
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Peter Eger, Colorado (USA)

The memories, experiences, tours, knowledge, and the digs I participated in are definitely worth it. Everything included with this experience (our tour guide Robert, food, hotel, etc.) was also very top-notch and high quality, with no downsides whatsoever. I’ll definitely be coming back, as this trip was a life-changing experience in terms of both leisure and work. My highest thanks goes to Robert, Dino, and everyone else who makes this wonderful trip work smoothly!

Adam Poulus, Brisbane (AUS)

I’ve been wanting to come Croatia for about 25 years and when the opportunity to visit and experience my first archaeological dig came up I just had to sign up. I spent 6 weeks altogether in Croatia, but it was the last 2 and a half weeks on the Ventula tour that I really enjoyed the true Croatia. Robbie is highly organised with a range of engaging add ons (included in the price except for the scuba diving). The second
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Katya Perez, San Diego (USA)

The excavation was fantastic! I was able to learn so much about ancient Roman archaeology and enhance my education in archaeology and environmental studies. Croatia is now my favorite country that I have traveled to within Europe, and I will definitely be returning. All of the excursions that I was able to attend were absolutely fantastic! There is so much history and culture – truly such an amazing program and destination.

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