From Waterfalls to Stone Towns: 7 Day Trips Around Cavtat

From Waterfalls to Stone Towns: 7 Day Trips Around CavtatNature, culture, waterfalls and great food around Cavtat

3 COUNTRIES IN 60 MINUTES – From Cavtat you can have coffee in Croatia, lunch in Montenegro and be back for sunset. With a bit more driving, Bosnia & Herzegovina is next door. That’s our magic location.

One day, three completely different worlds – Ottoman stone town, a bridge defying time and waterfalls you can swim in.

Culture: Old Bridge in Mostar (UNESCO) and steep stone streets of Počitelj. Climb the Gavra Kapetanović tower.

Nature: Kravica Waterfalls, 28 meters high, 120 meters wide. Swimming in turquoise pools in summer.

Food: Lamb under the bell, cheese from the sack, Blatina and Žilavka wines.

Local tip: Start early, Kravica gets crowded after 11am in summer.

2. SPIRITUAL HERZEGOVINA – MEĐUGORJE Driving: ∼3h to Međugorje

A shorter, quieter trip for those who want a break and reflection.

3. MONTENEGRO – BAY OF KOTOR – KOTOR, PERAST & BUDVA

Driving: ∼1h 30min to 2h to Kotor (depending on border)Just 60 minutes to the Montenegrin border – that’s why we say 3 countries in 60 minutes!

A fjord that is not a fjord. The deepest bay of the Mediterranean.

Culture: Kotor – UNESCO town, 4.5 km of walls. Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks island.

Food: Njeguški prosciutto, Vranac wine, grilled squid in Perast.

4. NERETVA VALLEY – BOAT SAFARI Driving: ∼1h 30min to Opuzen

Swamps, reeds, mandarins and traditional boats gliding like in old times. September and October are mandarin harvest

Food: Frog and eel brudet, Metković ćevapi.

5. PELJEŠAC – STON, SALT & WINE Driving: ∼1h to Ston

Longest walls in Europe (5.5 km), oldest saltworks in the Mediterranean (since 1360) and wines growing on 60% slopes.

Food: Ston oysters, Dingač and Postup.

6. ISLANDS: MLJET NATIONAL PARK & ELAPHITI Driving: ∼1h to Prapratno + ferry 45min / Elaphiti boat 20-30min from Dubrovnik

When you need a day without a car. Mljet is forest on the sea.

7. KORČULA – TOWN OF MARCO POLO Driving: ∼1h 30min to Orebić + ferry 1h 40min

Little Dubrovnik. Streets that bend so wind doesn’t blow too hard. Moreska sword dance.

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“Go slow. Stop for coffee. Ask locals where they eat. That’s always the best place.”— Toni (Ante) & Branka, Orange Tree

As locals from Orange Tree Apartments (Poluganje 13), here are our favourite places to eat and drink around Cavtat.

1. Leut – Fish Restaurant

A real institution in Cavtat! The Bobic family since 1971, three generations. Located directly on the waterfront in the harbour, Trumbicev put 17 – the most beautiful position on the riva, terrace right on the sea with view over whole Cavtat and the boats. Every morning they select fresh fish. Besides fresh fish they also have sushi – the only real sushi in Cavtat, freshly prepared from Adriatic tuna and salmon.

2. La Boheme – Modern

Obala Ante Starcevica 26, on the promenade. Modern restaurant, ideal for dinner. Good selection of wines and aperitifs, plus modern Mediterranean cuisine. Tuna steak, bruschetta, pumpkin soup.

3. Villa Banac

Old Dubrovnik villa right in Cavtat harbour. The most beautiful view for sunset, prominent position – terrace hanging over the sea, you watch the sun falling behind Cavtat. For romantic dinner there is no better.

4. Domestico

In Mocici village, short drive from Cavtat. Family run with big garden. Besides Mediterranean dishes they also have excellent pizzas from wood oven – thin dough, domestic prosciutto, cheese from Konavle. Rated 5.0 on Google.

5. Ludo More

Put Tihe 22, right next to Zal Beach. The most relaxed of all! Feet in sand, tables on pebbles, fishermen in the morning bring fish directly to kitchen. Black risotto, grilled squid.

Cafes & Bars in Cavtat

Caffe bar Ive – heart of riva!

Where all locals sit in morning for coffee. Big terrace on promenade, view on sea and yachts.

Caffe bar Torpedo –

a bit further on riva, more quiet for morning coffee.

Little Star –

bar in old part, small, charming, for evening cocktail under stars.

Konavle – For a Trip

(15 min drive)

Konoba Vinica Monkovic

– Donja Ljuta 44, on Ljuta river, under walnut trees. Stone house 100 years old. Meat under peka, homemade potatoes, own wines.

Konavoski Dvori – Old mills

On Ljuta river, national restaurant. Veal under peka, lamb, rozata.

Zupa Dubrovacka –

on the way to Dubrovnik

Portun -in Srebreno,

at the traffic light at the main crossroad. Modern restaurant, easy parking. The best grill in Zupa, fine meat and fish dishes.

King – in Mlini,

fine dining for meat lovers. Specialties are tartar beefsteak, beefsteak, scampi, fine meat dishes and steaks.

All restaurants and bars are reachable in 20 to 30 min walk from Orange Tree Apartments (Poluganje 13, Cavtat) – downhill to riva.

Way back uphill a bit longer, good for burning calories!

Free parking, free WiFi, air-con, 4 km from Dubrovnik Airport.

See you soon,Toni (Ante) & Branka Orange Tree Apartments,

Poluganje 13, Cavtat

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Looking for the best beaches in Cavtat? As locals from Orange Tree Apartments (Poluganje 13), we are sharing our 5 favourites.

1. Žal Beach – 10 min from us (1.1 km)Cavtat’s main beach. Clear water, sunbeds, beach bar. Perfect for families. Just walk down Poluganje street.

2. Albatros Beach – Peace & ShadeNext to Žal but much quieter. Pine trees give you natural shade.

3. Tiha Bay – Secret SpotSmall bay behind the promenade. No bars, just sea and a view of Cavtat Old Town

4. Pasjača Beach – The Famous One (8 km)Hidden under a 100m cliff near Popovići. 150 steps down to one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches. Go early morning and bring water – there is nothing there, just pure nature. 15 min drive from us. Our guests love it!

5. Bokin Beach – For SunsetTiny beach facing Dubrovnik. Best for an evening swim.Tip from your hosts:Don’t try all in one day. Žal for kids, Pasjača for photos, Bokin for sunset.After the beach, our outdoor pool and large terrace with BBQ and view of old Dubrovnik are waiting for you.

Free parking, free WiFi, air-con, ………. 4km from Dubrovnik Airport.

See you soon,Toni (Ante) & BrankaOrange Tree Apartments,Poluganje 13, Cavtatwww.orangetree-cavtat.com