• Trsteno Arboretum - Situated in Trsteno, Croatia, Trsteno Arboretum is renowned as the oldest arboretum in this region.[clarification needed][1]

The arboretum was established by the noble Gozze family (refer to House of Gozze) in the late 15th century. They encouraged ship captains to bring back seeds and plants from their voyages. Although the exact founding date is uncertain, the arboretum was already operational by 1492, marked by the construction of a 15-meter aqueduct for irrigation, which remains functional today. Since 1948, it has been owned by the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts, following a generous donation. The Arboretum holds a distinguished position among the historic Ragusan, Dalmatian, and Mediterranean parks. It features a park surrounding a 15th-century summer residence, a testament to garden architecture, and a 19th-century park at Drvarica.

In 1945, the arboretum became state property under Yugoslavia and was recognized as a natural rarity in 1948. Since 1950, it has been under the management of the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts. In 1962, the Arboretum Trsteno was officially listed as a protected natural monument, celebrated for its landscape architecture. The protected area spans approximately 255,000 square meters.

Trsteno endured significant damage and looting during the Croatian War of Independence when, on October 2nd and 3rd, 1991, the Yugoslav People’s Army launched gunboat and air attacks, setting the Arboretum ablaze. This resulted in the destruction of a large portion of it and partial damage to the summer residence and the oldest section of the arboretum. Further severe damage occurred in 2000 due to a forest fire during a drought, which destroyed around 120,000 square meters.

Remarkably, the pride of the arboretum, two Oriental Planes located in the central market place of Trsteno, survived both calamities unscathed. These trees are over 500 years old and are unique specimens in Europe. The ancient trees stand approximately 45/60 meters tall, with trunks measuring 5 meters in diameter. Within the former noble family’s country house lies Croatia’s oldest Renaissance park, designed in 1502, featuring numerous exotic plants.

• Ston - Guests will have free time to explore the town and walk the Walls if they wish.
• Majkovi - Guests will visit the village of Ljubač, where an authentic household awaits. Expect homemade liqueur, a journey through the gastronomic traditions of the area and the family, and a tasting of local specialties upon arrival. Discover eco-friendly production, viticulture traditions, and the production of olive oil, vegetables, and fruits, along with local culture. This experience is followed by a dinner featuring traditional dishes and excellent wine pairings until it’s time to return home.

• Professional driver/guide
• Meals included: Lunch and Dinner
• Convenient pick-up and drop-off service
• Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for transportation
• Choice of Lamb, Veal, or Seafood menu at a local village house

• Entrance fee for city walls.
• Entrence fee for Trsteno arboretum
• Gratuities

Journey from your hotel or cruise ship in Dubrovnik in a vehicle equipped with air-conditioning, chauffeured by a driver-guide, to the Trsteno Botanical Garden. Pause at Ston to appreciate the sceneries from the world’s second-longest city walls. During your return journey, make a halt at the Majkovi village where you can taste the local food comprising homemade cheese, olives, cured meat, fresh bread, local honey, as well as Croatian liquor and wine. Partake in a complete Croatian meal enriched with regionally-harvested seafood.

Enjoy a convenient travel in an air-conditioned mini van or bus.

The trip starts straight from your hotel or cruise ship in Dubrovnik

Bask in the beauty of the lush greenery at the Trsteno Botanical Garden

Savor the finest of Croatian cuisine.

This trip is organized for a minimum of 4 participants, with optimal notice of at least 2 days prior to departure. The maximum limit for larger groups is 50 participants, with an optimal notice of at least 2 days prior to departure.

• To organise this tour I need to have minimum 4 people but if I have less I can offer them private tour but they will need to pay by them self lunch in restaurant

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.