Trogir, Klis And Olive Museum

A 6-hour guided day trip starting in Split, booked through the listing.

Overview

This day trip out of Split packs several very different stops into one loop: the UNESCO-listed medieval town of Trogir, the Roman ruins of Salona, a Dalmatian olive museum with a botanical garden, and Klis Fortress, a Game of Thrones filming location. The bus leaves from the Apodos Travel Agency office on Obala Lazareta 3 and rolls back roughly six hours later, with the fortress visit timed toward the end of the day for the sunset.

The format is a mix. An English-speaking tour leader rides along, the open-top bus itself carries audio commentary in ten languages, and licensed local guides lead walking tours in Trogir and later in Split. Yes, Split: the ticket also includes a complimentary guided walking tour of Diocletian's Palace, which runs the following day at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM or 3:30 PM, so the old town gets proper coverage without cramming it into the same afternoon.

Entry fees are not in the ticket price: Salona is 8€ on site and the Olive Museum plus Klis Fortress package is 12€. One reviewer found the ground loose and slippery in places, so sturdy shoes are a sensible choice.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet in SplitCheck in at the Apodos Travel Agency office at Obala Lazareta 3, Split.
2. Trogir guided visitA 1.5 hour stop in the UNESCO-listed town, with a guided walking tour followed by free time to wander on your own.
3. Salona Roman ruinsA 1 hour guided walk through the archaeological site. Extra fee: 8€ payable on site.
4. Olive MuseumA 1 hour guided visit covering traditional Dalmatian crafts, local product tastings and a Mediterranean botanical garden. Extra fee as part of the 12€ package with Klis. Closed on Sundays, when the tour skips it.
5. Klis FortressA 1 hour guided visit to the fortress walls, a Game of Thrones filming location, with sunset views over the surroundings. Extra fee as part of the 12€ package.
6. Hidden Dalmatia Visitor CenterA 15 minute sightseeing stop. Optional and carries an extra fee.
7. Return to SplitThe bus arrives back at the Apodos Travel Agency office, Obala Lazareta 3.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this day feels, from footwear to timing at each stop.

• Footwear and terrain. The listing advises sunscreen, a hat and water in summer, and one reviewer reported loose stones and hard-going ground, particularly at Klis. Trainers or sturdy walking shoes are a sensible choice.
• Pace in Trogir. Multiple travellers said the Trogir stop feels rushed and wished for another hour there, perhaps for the fortress or bell tower. There is free time after the guided walk, but plan lunch or climbing towers accordingly.
• Sun and open top. The buses are open-top, and the listing advises sunscreen, a hat and water in summer.
• Cash for tickets. Entry to Salona (8€) and the Olive Museum plus Klis Fortress (12€) is paid on site, not through the booking. Budget for both if doing the full loop.
• Split walk next day. The included Diocletian's Palace walking tour runs the following day at one of four departure times. Reviewers often describe the guides as informative and friendly.
• Group feel. Reviews describe a well-run group day, with short guided segments plus independent time to look around at each stop.

Common issues. The pace is the main complaint: several travellers wanted more time in Trogir, and one reviewer arrived at Klis just after sundown and missed the view from the top, while another found the walk to Salona's amphitheatre longer than expected. Entry fees for Salona and the combined Olive Museum and Klis package are extra and paid on site. The Olive Museum closes on Sundays, so the tour skips it that day. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and there is no hotel pickup or drop off. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed.

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