Best of Croatia

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival - Zagreb

  Arrive at Zagreb airport, where you will be picked up and taken to your accommodation. Once you've settled in, you will have time to relax and freshen up.

  The Croatian capital is an exceptional city in many ways offering its guests the Baroque atmosphere of the Upper Town, a picturesque open market, green parks, promenades, and superb culinary delights, and exciting nightlife. Having preserved its distinctive beauty and relaxed atmosphere, it is a perfect blend of a Central European metropolis and the relaxed tempo of the Mediterranean.

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• Day 2: Zagreb - Split, Plitvice Lakes National Park

  You'll be transferred to Plitvice Lakes National Park (about 2 hours' drive), which was registered on UNESCO's List of World Heritage Sites. The park is a magical world of lakes, waterfalls, moss, and forests. Nestled in the embrace of the surrounding wooded mountains are sixteen smaller and larger crystal turquoise lakes, interconnected by foaming cascades and deep falls. Your knowledgeable guide will accompany you walking around the National Park, sharing fun facts about the park. For exciting activities, take a boat ride that allows you to experience first-hand the magical beauty of the lakes and waterfalls, each spectacular in its own right. Lunch at a local restaurant features a delicious array of authentic specialties. After visiting the park, you will continue towards Split (about 3 hours) for an overnight.

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• Day 3: Full-Day Group Tour From Split to Brac

  After breakfast, head to port Split on your own and meet your guide for a full-day visit to the Island Brač. The Split to Brač ferry journey offers breathtaking views. You might even be lucky to catch sight of the many Adriatic dolphins on the way!

  Then, get on a vintage Land Rover - ideal for the rough Brač terrain. Visit the olive oil museum, where you can taste the local produce and learn all about olive growing and oil production, new and old. You will also visit a local stone quarry, for which Brač is renowned. Its famous white stone has been used in iconic structures, such as Diocletian’s Palace, the White House, and Liverpool Cathedral's high altar!

  After a great lunch in a local vineyard, visit the famous Zlatni Rat beach, also known as the Golden Horn. Arguably the most photographed beach in Croatia, it offers a stunning backdrop and, if you're up for it, a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear waters.

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• Day 4: Split - Hvar, Free Day

  After an easy morning in Split, a private transfer will send you to the port to Hvar, which is another stunning island located on the Adriatic Sea. Highlights of Hvar Town include its 13th-century walls, a hilltop fortress, and the main square anchored by the Renaissance-era Cathedral.

  For some of the best views of the island, visit Hvar Town, the nearby Pakleni Islands, and take a short walk up to the 16th-century Španjola Fortress. Alternatively, join a kayaking tour and head out on the Adriatic to discover the many secluded coves that outline the islands, or join a group to cycle or hike through the idyllic plantations and lush woods.

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• Day 5: Full-Day Speedboat Excursion From Hvar & Ferry to Korčula

  Enjoy a full-day speedboat excursion off the coast of Hvar, with the first stop at the spectacular Blue Cave, where the ethereal silvery blue color will captivate you. Continue on the cruise to Stiniva Bay, a natural wonder that resembles a Roman amphitheater paved in stone. Then, you can swim in the Green Cave before heading to the little island of Budikovac, an ideal spot for relaxation and a dip in its serene lagoon. On the way back the island of Hvar, stop at the Vis Island and Palmižana on Pakleni islands. You will have enough chances to wander around or swim in calm and limpid waters.

  After the tour, return to Hvar and catch an evening ferry to Korčula. Feel free to explore the island, and reach the hotel on your own for the night.

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• Day 6: Buggy Trip in Korčula & Ferry Boat to Dubrovnik

  Today, start your journey from Medvidnjak and head uphill for panoramic views of Korčula town and the Pelješac-Korčula channel. After a brief photo break, continue to Lumbardastop for 45 minutes of swimming and relaxation on its sandy beach. Pass through the vineyards of Lumbarda village before descending to the coast and riding about 3 km along it. Then, go through the hills leading to Žrnovska Banja, where you will visit a family estate and sample liquors and wines crafted from age-old recipes passed down through generations.

  In the afternoon, you can take public transportation to Lumbarda for more beach hours and local Grk white wine Before boarding the evening ferry to Dubrovnik overnight.

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• Day 7: Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Walking Tour

  In the morning, head to the meeting point of Pile Gates on your own to participate in the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones walking tour.

  On the GOT guided walking tour, you will be taken through all the parts of Dubrovnik Old Town where some of the most memorable scenes from the cultural phenomenon were filmed, including the Pile Gate, where King Joffrey was faced with a citizen riot and pelted with dung, the Lovrijenac fort (menacing Red Keep), and the place where the unsuccessful attack on King's Landing - the Battle of Blackwater - took place.

  You can also take an optional trip to the nearby Lokrum Islet. Just a boat ride from the port in the Old Town, it is ideal for a swimming break on a hot day and has loads of interesting legends about its history.

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• Day 8: Dubrovnik - Departure

  Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before the private transfer to Dubrovnik airport. If you have some spare time, consider picking up some unique souvenirs or gifts, such as arancini (candied orange peel), sugared almonds, or a beautifully embroidered tablecloth in the Konavle-style embroidered.