Highlights of Croatia

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So, you want to go to the world's newest hot spot: Croatia! Who doesn't? You're ready to travel, but fitting all the raved-about sites into one trip seems, well, tough. Fear no more! Lucky for you, this vacation package is designed for you to easily experience all of Croatia's highlights! You'll begin in bustling Zagreb, then move on to Plitvice Lakes Nationa...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Zagreb City Walking Tour
    • Split City Walking Tour
    • Dubrovnik City Walking Tour

What's this trip about?

    So, you want to go to the world's newest hot spot: Croatia! Who doesn't? You're ready to travel, but fitting all the raved-about sites into one trip seems, well, tough. Fear no more! Lucky for you, this vacation package is designed for you to easily experience all of Croatia's highlights! You'll begin in bustling Zagreb, then move on to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Hvar, and Dubrovnik. All of that in one trip? You bet. With included tours, private transfers, and scenic ferry rides, you'll get a true taste of each destination. This perfect "sampling platter" of Croatia will take you from charming old town streets to the turquoise Dalmatian Coast. Enjoy private walking tours of Zagreb, Old Dubrovnik, and Split - including entrance to the breathtaking Diocletian Palace! Feast your eyes on mesmerizing waterfalls as you take advantage of your included entrance to Plitvice Lake National Park, and feel the salty sea breeze in your hair as you take the ferry to the resort island of Hvar. Looking for the perfect blend of natural beauty, bright blue coasts, old UNESCO-recognized towns, and vibrant cities? Look no further; you've found it! 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityZagreb
End CityCroatia

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Zagreb (ZAG), out of Dubrovnik (DBV)
    • All airport and ferry port transfers
    • 1 night in Zagreb at the Sheraton Zagreb Hotel, or similar
    • Private walking tour of Zagreb
    • Private transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park, including park entrance
    • 1 night in Plitvice Lakes National Park at the Hotel Jezero, or similar
    • Private transfer to Split
    • Private walking tour of Split, including entrance to Diocletian's Palace
    • 1 night in Split at the Luxe Boutique Hotel, or similar
    • Ferry from Split to Hvar
    • 2 nights in Hvar at the Amfora Beach Resort, or similar
    • Ferry from Hvar to Split
    • Private transfer from Split pier to Dubrovnik hotel
    • 3 nights in Dubrovnik at the Royal Neptun Hotel, or similar
    • Private walking tour of Old Dubrovnik

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Zagreb!

Arrive in the vibrant capital of Croatia! Grab your luggage, meet your transfer, and enjoy a convenient ride to your first hotel. Settle in, then get to know the city!

Stroll around the cobblestone streets in medieval Gornji Grad, Zagreb's Upper Town, and be sure to visit the ornate Church of St. Mark's!

Day 2 Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes

Recharge with a pleasant breakfast, then enjoy a private walking tour of Zagreb! See the historic Upper Town, St, Mark's Church, St. Catherine's Church, and more. 

In the early afternoon, relax on a scenic transfer to the eye-popping Plitvice Lakes National Park!

Day 3 Plitvice Lakes - Split

After breakfast, take a walk around the breathtaking lower lakes on your own. Meander through this stunning landscape of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by lush vegetation, dense woods, and soaring mountains. 

In the afternoon, you'll be taken to the coastal...

Day 4 Split - Hvar

Fuel up with breakfast, then hop aboard a ferry to the island of Hvar! As you glide atop the sea, gaze out at the bright blue waters that surround you. Settle in to your hotel, then take a walk through the main square. 

While in Hvar, be sure to try some of Croatia's seafood specialties, like gregada, peka and brodet!

Day 5 Hvar

Wake up and smell the beauty! Hvar boasts a beautiful blend of party culture, beach relaxation, and old-village charm. There's plenty to do in Hvar Town, which is filled with waterfront parties, cute shops, and trendy restaurants.

If you're looking to ste...

Day 6 Hvar - Split - Dubrovnik

After a lovely morning in Hvar, you'll be transferred to the Hvar Pier where you'll catch a ferry back to Split. Say goodbye to Split, once again, and head on your merry way to Dubrovnik! Your driver will take you along the spectacular Adriatic Coast, past old ...

Day 7 Dubrovnik

After breakfast, take tons of photos on a private walking tour of Old Dubrovnik! You'll see the Rector's Palace, the Bell Tower Clock, monasteries, and much more. When the tour concludes, spend the rest of the day at leisure!

Day 8 Dubrovnik

Fuel up with a yummy breakfast, then enjoy the day sightseeing at your own pace. Looking for a spectacular view of the city? Consider hopping in a cable car and seeing a truly unique perspective.

Game of Thrones fan? Stroll around the walled old city, spe...

Day 9 Depart Croatia

Savor the flavors of one last Croatian breakfast, then squeeze your souvenirs into your luggage and meet your transfer. Spend your flight home scrolling through photos and dreaming about your next adventure.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,825
Price per day$314
Last Updated: 10/16/2024

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Logistics

Accommodation

  • Hotel Dubrovnik
  • Hotel Jezero
  • Radisson Blu Resort, Split
  • Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort
  • Hotel Lapad
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