Private tour in Split Matej T

Split and Trogir - two UNESCO towns - private driver-guided tour - half-day trip / shore excursion

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Matej T.

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*** I'm a private guide in SPLIT, at the AMAZING RIVER CETINA CANYON, in UNESCO TOWN TROGIR, at NATIONAL PARK KRKA FALLS, on FAMOUS ISLAND HVAR, at BEAUTIFUL ISLAND BRAC, in town SIBENIK, at PLITVICE FALLS NATIONAL PARK, on BLUE CAVE tour (from Hvar), in town MOSTAR and on WINE TOURS All of my 20 private tours can be found further below. Please note, ONLY 6 TOURS ARE DISPLAYED AT ONCE, SO YOU NEED TO PRESS THE BUTTON 'SEE MORE', UNDER THE LAST / LOWEST TOUR LISTED *** Dobrodošli! / Hi and welcome! I am glad you decided to visit one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world, the country called The pearl of 1000 islands (we have 1244 of them, really!), or 'the Mediterranean as it once was'! My name is Matt and I come from the south of Croatia, the region of incredible beauty called Dalmatia (yeah, those cute, black-spotted dogs come from here, too!). I originate from island Hvar and live in the capital of Dalmatia - 1700 y/o UNESCO city Split. I love history, Arts and nature, and I enjoy sharing the beauty of my region with my guests. My biggest passions are traveling and exploring new cultures, customs and people (I consider myself lucky being able to visit more than 70 countries so far), gastronomy and wines, foreign languages, photography, literature, architecture, geography, international politics and stock markets. I love taking part in pub quizzes / trivia nights and also I am a big fan of outdoor activities: biking, hiking, sailing, kayaking. At age 18, at my first year of university, I became a licensed tour guide, and that is when my professional career in tourism and travel started. In my rich tour guide's career I have been guiding and organizing tours and customized and tailor-made itineraries for individuals and groups all around Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Bosnia and 25 other European countries. I have been working with the main tour operators from Croatia, US, UK and Australia. One of those was Rick Steves: at the very beginning of Rick's arrival in Croatia, I personally guided him and several of his first tour groups. Some of the specific Croatian sayings included in his Croatia guidebook were learned directly from me :) I have also been organizing congresses, business meetings, conferences and team buildings in Split and other beautiful locations in Croatia. In 2010, as one of the first European guides (and the very first in Croatia!), I joined the ToursByLocals team. Today, with over 450 tours delivered, I’m proud to be by far the most booked ToursByLocals guide in the entire region. . . . For my guests in Croatia, I will be glad to organize and guide the whole variety of tours (half-day, one-day, 1-week; national park tours, cultural tours, wine tours. . . ) around Dalmatia and Croatia, in general. So. . . maybe you would like a morning walking tour of the historical 1700 y/o UNESCO city of Split (discovering its complex history and also seeing some of the GOT filming locations) and then enjoy a Dalmatian lunch in some of the typical 'konoba' restaurants afterwards, followed by a visit to the 3-millennia old UNESCO town Trogir - just a 30 minute drive from Split? Or maybe you are into the Jewish-history tour of Split? Or you are a nature lover who prefers pacing by hundreds of waterfalls of UNESCO National park Plitvice, or by those of National park Krka, or at the beautiful river Cetina canyon, a half an hour drive from Split. . . Would you like to swim in the most transparent sea in Europe? Maybe you wish to enjoy a private speedboat tour, or a driver-guided tour of my island - one of the world's 10 most beautiful islands and the best wine region in Croatia - island Hvar - or visit island Brac, the source of the best limestone in Europe, the island with the most attractive beach in Croatia - the Golden Horn/ Zlatni Rat. Or maybe visit the breathtaking island Vis (the filming location of the Mamma Mia 2, in 2017) and its famous Blue cave. . . Or to experience the oriental charm of the 'Small Istanbul' - town Mostar (Bosnia and Hercegovina) and its medieval, UNESCO bridge? Or, would you like to see one of the best known symbols of Croatia - town Dubrovnik - and its wider region - the incredible wine region of the peninsula Peljesac, beautiful island Korcula or the neighboring country - Montenegro? Whatever your requests are, feel free to contact me and I will organize the tour that suits your plans the best! I provide private walking tours, driver-guided tours, multi-day tours, wine tours, private yacht / speedboat charter tours, customized team buildings, congresses and conferences, as well as the road transfers between Croatia and its neighborhood: Slovenia, Italy, Hungary, Bosnia, Montenegro. . . I am looking forward to being your private guide and to sharing with you my favorite places in Split, Croatia, on the islands and more. . .

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Overview of your Split tour

Welcome to my hometown - welcome you to the UNESCO protected town Split! Split is the biggest city on the Croatian coast and one of the most historical cities on the Mediterranean. After a short introduction to Split we will start our 30 minute drive to the town of Trogir. Trogir is a charming little town founded by the ancient Greeks. It has been declared one of the world's most beautiful little towns and protected by UNESCO. It boasts the best-preserved Romanesque-Gothic complex not only in the Adriatic but in all of Central Europe. Both in Split and Trogir there are lots of wonderful small restaurants serving Dalmatian - Mediterranean food - excellent seafood and also pizza, meat and pasta restaurants. On the way back to Split we will explore the UNESCO town and emperor Diocletian's palace. We will walk through the palace fortifications and gates, see the historical square Peristyle, visit Jewish ghetto, admire Split's seafront - Riva - and see the oldest cathedral building in the world

Recent Reviews

Mary B.United States
3 weeks ago

Matej is everything you want in a guide! He listened to our wants and needs and adapted beautifully. Full of knowledge about each place we visited. Highly recommend.

Carol S.United States
April 2026

Matej was very knowledgeable about history and architecture! He was very pleasant and accommodating. His car, however, was too small for 4 people to be comfortably, so it would be better for 2 people.

Valerie P.United States
October 2025

This was our second tour with Matt. Trogir was charming and very enjoyable. We had lunch at a perfect spot in Split and saw all the highlights. Matt was very knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the culture and history of Croatia. We highly recommend Matt

David K.United States
September 2025

We had a wonderful experience on this private half-day tour of Split and Trogir with Matej. Traveling as a family of four (with two young adults, 18 and 20), we really appreciated how comfortable his new car was; great AC, smooth ride, and plenty of space. Matej is an incredibly knowledgeable guide who brought the history of Diocletian’s Palace and Trogir’s old town to life in a way that kept all of us engaged. He was also very accommodating, making stops for food and bathroom breaks whenever needed, which made the day so easy and enjoyable. We enjoyed his company so much that we even invited him to join us for lunch! Matej is not only professional and well-informed but also a genuinely kind and personable young man. This tour was one of the highlights of our trip, and we’d highly recommend him to anyone visiting Split.

Zeev H.United States
August 2025

Everything was perfect. Matt our guide was professional with a tons of knowledge adjust himself to our request without any thought Help us with private problems and try to solve on his personal time High recommendation to people coming visit Split

Shari J.United States
July 2025

We booked a 5-hour shore excursion with Matij during our day in port at Split. Originally planned for Split and Trogir, we asked for adjustments due to a heat wave (95°F). He suggested visiting the cooler Cetina River and Omiš, ending in Split. He brought us to scenic lookouts, arranged a Cetina river cruise, and met us at a riverside restaurant where we enjoyed an amazing Croatian meal cooked in a peka—an authentic taste of summer in Croatia. During the drive, he shared insights on Croatian history and geography. We toured Split’s palace and waterfront before he returned us to the ship on time. Matij was incredibly accommodating, providing cold water and finding less strenuous routes. A great guide is knowledgeable, flexible, and attentive—Matij exceeded all expectations. Highly recommended!

Your Split tour itinerary

All of my tours are completely flexible - the clients are the ones who would decide about the pace, the preferred sights to visit, about the breaks, photo stops, etc. However, the general tour itinerary you can find below: -Meeting in Split -40 min drive to Trogir -tour of UNESCO town Trogir -40 min drive back to Split -lunch break -tour of UNESCO town Split

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

Walking and private A/C vehicle We are using a comfortable new car: -Skoda Octavia-4th generation or VW Passat (they both fit 4 guests + guide/me - they are very comfortable for 1 - 3 guests + guide) (please google for car photos) If you are a party of 4, you can use the cars above or we can upgrade to a minivan / large SUV, for even more comfort (extra cost applies) For larger groups (5 or more travelers) we need to upgrade to a minivan (7 seats) or a minibus (15 seats) or bus (30 / 40 / 50 seats)

What's included
Other: Water
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance fees
Meeting location

Split, Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia

At your hotel or cruise ship dock

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Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Architecture
Tour reference number
588449
Languages
English
Croatian
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.9

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This private tour in Split is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich history and culture of two UNESCO towns, Split and Trogir, with the convenience of a private driver-guide. It's ideal for those who appreciate a flexible itinerary and want to experience the local Dalmatian-Mediterranean cuisine. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible and involves minimal walking.

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