Split and Trogir private tour: UNESCO cities in a half-day

Two UNESCO cities, one morning: the Roman palace and the fortress that filmed Game of Thrones

A private guided tour of Split and Trogir, two UNESCO-protected Croatian cities, with a professional English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle. The itinerary covers the 17th-century Peristyle Square in Split, the medieval Klis Fortress (used in Game of Thrones filming), Trogir's old town known as "little Venice," and a panoramic drive past seven ancient towers. Hotel or cruise ship pickup is included. The tour runs 4 to 6 hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Peristyle Square2h · entry included
2. Klis Fortresspassing by

Explore Split and Trogir highlights

• Visit 17th century Roman palace
• Tour Peristyle Square
• Drive panoramic route through 7 old towers
• Pass ancient Roman ruins
• Pass Klis Fortress Game of Thrones site
• Visit UNESCO protected Trogir city

The experience

How do you fit two UNESCO cities into a morning without missing either one? This tour pairs Split's Roman palace and fortress views with Trogir's narrow streets and waterfront: a half-day itinerary built for cruise passengers and hotel guests who need to be back by a set time. Your guide drives you between the cities and walks you through the main stops, so the day holds together without you navigating or timing the connections yourself.

In Split, you'll stand in the Peristyle Square, a 17th-century Roman palace at the heart of the old town, then head up to Klis Fortress: a medieval stronghold that defended the coast against the Ottomans and later served as a filming location for Game of Thrones. The drive back down passes through seven ancient towers, each now a small settlement, giving you a sense of how the landscape was organized in Roman times. Trogir comes next, a compact walled town on an island, called "little Venice" for its canals and bridges. The guide will show you the local attractions and the quieter corners most visitors miss.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and the guide is licensed and English-speaking, which matters on a warm Dalmatian day and when you want to understand what you're looking at. At the end, you'll get recommendations for a local meal: the kind of place a guide knows and tourists usually don't find on their own. Note that entrance tickets to the cathedral are not included in the tour price.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional English-speaking guide.
• hotel or cruise ship pickup.
• panoramic drive past seven ancient towers.
• walking tours of Split's Peristyle Square and Trogir's old town.
• local restaurant recommendations for after the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 11:00 and 16:00

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Labora Tours

Is this one for you?A half-day tour leaves your afternoon free: ideal if you're docked for a short port call or staying near Split and want to see both cities without a full-day commitment. The fixed schedule and included transport mean you don't arrange pickups or timing yourself, which matters when you're coordinating with a ship's departure or a tight hotel checkout.

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Top questions

What is the Peristyle Square in Split?

The Peristyle Square is a 17th-century Roman palace at the center of Split's old town, one of the main attractions on the tour and a UNESCO-protected site.

Can I do this tour if I'm arriving on a cruise ship?

Yes, the tour is designed for cruise passengers and includes pickup from your hotel or ship, with timing arranged so you're back before departure.

Does the tour go inside Klis Fortress?

The tour includes a visit to Klis Fortress, the medieval fortress overlooking Split that was used as a filming location for Game of Thrones. Entrance is part of the experience.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs 4 to 6 hours, covering both Split and Trogir with transport, walking and guide commentary included.

What is Trogir known for?

Trogir is a UNESCO-protected walled town on an island, called "little Venice" for its canals and bridges, with medieval architecture, local shops and waterfront views.