You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc, based on your personal needs & interests.
Tour Duration:
11 Days 10 Nights.
Tour Code:
CR011003
Tour Themes:
Kids-friendly, Honeymoon, Classic, UNESCO, Cultural Experience, Culture History, Food, Summer, Cycling, Hiking & Trekking, Couple, Landscape
Tour Route: Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes National Park - Zadar - Split - Brac Island - Bol - Split - Hvar - Vis Island - Budikovac Island - Hvar - Ston - Dubrovnik - Konavle - Dubrovnik
Croatia is known as the secret garden of Europe, and has beenlisted as the No.1 tourist destination, the best travel destination in Europe,and the most worthwhile place in Europe by "Lonely Planet" manytimes!
This small country located on the Balkan Peninsulain southeastern Europe, across the sea from Italy, was once a powder keg inEurope. After vicissitudes of war and war, it is now as peaceful as a survivingand independent pearl of the sea.
Livinging an ancient town with white walls and red tiles, every day, wake up and openyour curtain to see a long emerald green sea. If you have ever imagined such alife, then this is the place where dreams come true.
Strolling in these mottled streets is like traveling back to ancient Europe with a sense of mystery. It's no wonder that "Game ofThrones", a fantasy drama based on ancient European history, uses it as alocation for filming.
You will forget the breathe when you see the dreamlike national parkhere...
The coastal road here connects theancient city, fortress, bay, and countryside into a line. The scenery on theroad can always give you unexpected surprises.
Sitting on the beach here, it seemsthat you have forgotten the passage of time and the noise, only your heartbeatand the sound of the waves hitting the rocks.
This pure land that seems to existonly in the stories is Croatia. One of the favorite holiday destinations of Europeans.
This 11-day route is most suitable for tourists wholike summer, sunshine, and beaches. Croatia's most unique island tour will takeyou into the paradise-like island group in the Adriatic bay. The straight-linetravel route departs from the capital city of Zagreb and leaves in Dubrovnik,where the famous "Game of Thrones" film location, without going backor wasting time. Covering almost all of Croatia's characteristic scenerythroughout the whole journey, it will definitely leave an unforgettable memory.
After arriving at Zagreb Airport, our driver was already waiting. After a brief welcome ceremony, you will be transported to a hotel in the city center to rest.
If you arrive in the morning/afternoon, I suggest you go to Tkalciceva Street yourself, which is the busiest street in the city center, full of fashionable bars, clubs and restaurants.
Overnight in Zagreb.
After enjoying a rich breakfast buffet at the hotel, you will walk around Zagreb’s Upper Town and visit its sights. Walk through the historic old city of Zagreb and follow the narrow streets - each street has its own past story. The Stone Gate, the Grisch Cannon and St. Mark’s Church are just some of the most precious sights in the Upper Town. There are also elegant buildings in Zagreb’s Lower Town and its Austro-Hungarian buildings and parks.
In the afternoon, you will visit one of Zagreb's many unusual museums: the Broken Relationship Museum, which is filled with souvenirs related to "broken heart". Each souvenir has its story behind.
free explore the city yourself or enjoy a leisure later afternoon like a local by siting at one of street cafe and watch people passby.
Overnight in Zagreb
After breakfast, proceed to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage List. The park is a magical world of lakes, waterfalls, moss and forests. Sightseeing and walking tours of the national park, including boat and train trip, allow you to experience the magical beauty of lakes and waterfalls from different perspective, each with its own magnificence. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
After the tour, continue to the ancient Roman city of Zadar. When the sun sits down, sit on the stairs of the "Sea Organ" and listen to the music created by the sea waves. Another landmark in Zadar, "The Greeting to the Sun", symbolizes the communication between man and nature, and the exchange of light and shadow. It communicates through the sound produced by the ocean.
Overnight in hotel in Zadar.
After breakfast at the hotel, walk around Zadar’s historic center. Admire the three defensive walls with four medieval gates. On the way back, you will come to Trg 5 Bunara (5 Well Square), which was once the source of Zadar's water. Other monuments include the Roman Forum, the neighboring 9th century rotunda-St. Donat’s Church, etc.
After lunch, proceed to the coastal city of Split. Outside the city, visit "Klis Fotress", the film location of "Meereen City" in "Game of Thrones", and Diocletian's Palace in the old city of Split, where the "Dragon Mother" in "Game of Thrones" used to govern.
This evening, we recommend that you enjoy local cuisine in one of the famous restaurants, such as Konoba Varos or Nostromo. After the meal, walk in Riva Harbor to enjoy the view of the port under the lights just like any of locals.
Overnight in Split.
After breakfast, meet up with your guide at the designated place, and you will visit the Island of Brac today.
The Split to Brac ferry trip offers magnificent views of the mountains, Split city and Brac Island. You might even be lucky enough to see many Adriatic dolphins on the way!
This day trip from Split to Brac is led by a guide who is very familiar with the island. He has been exploring the island of Brac all his life and he has deep insights into the local culture. During this trip, you will visit the Olive Oil Museum in Skript Village of Brac-where you can taste local produce and learn all about the cultivation of new and old olives. You will also visit the local quarry-this is where Brac is most famous-the white stone. It was used on the Diocletian's Palace, the White House and Liverpool Cathedral! You will also enjoy a hearty lunch at a local vineyard near Bol, and then visit the famous Golden Horn, which may be the most photographed beach in Croatia, where you can swim if you wish.
After a relaxing morning in Split, take the ferry to Hvar Island and check into the hotel.
Hvar is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea. It is a popular destination for tourists due to its natural environment, mild climate and the historic port town of the same name. Highlights of Hvar include the 13th-century city walls, the hilltop fortress and the main square with the Renaissance cathedral as the center.
For some of the best views of the island, the town of Hvar, and the nearby Pakleny Islands, a short walk will take you to the 16th-century Fortress of Spanjola. Or, take a kayak trip to the Adriatic Sea and explore the many secluded bays that surround the island. In order to cover some land and appreciate the changing landscape of the island: from lavender plantations and olive groves to vineyards and pine forests, you may want to participate in an olive oil tasting experience with a local family or workshop, tasting traditional homemade snacks, cycling or hiking. People who are less active may choose to rent a scooter to cover the local scenery faster.
After a relaxing day, you can have a drink in the ancient Hvar Square, overlooking the Venetian loggias, the 7th century defensive walls and the oldest municipal theatre in Europe.
overnight in Hvar.
Today, you will embark on an exciting blue and green cave exploration tour
After meeting your guide at the designated location, take a speedboat to enjoy a full day of sea adventure in Hvar. The first stop of the itinerary is the spectacular Blue Cave. The ethereal silver blue of the blue cave is produced by the sun entering the cave through the opening at the top of the cave and being reflected by the sandy surface below. Continue to take the boat to Stiniwa Bay. Viewed from the sea, Stiniva is enclosed by two high rocky cliffs, at their closest point, only 4 meters apart from each other. As you drive past the portal, you will see a pebble beach between the cliffs, like a Roman amphitheater paved with stones. Continue to the Green Cave, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy swimming, and then head to the small island of Budikovac, which is another ideal place for swimming and relaxation. On the southeast side of Vis Island, you will find a wonderful pebble beach, a small bay not protected by the open sea, and a beautiful lagoon suitable for swimming. After returning to Hvar from Vis Island
After breakfast, you will take a fast ferry to leave Hvar to Drvennik, and then drive to the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dubrovnik.
On the way, you will stop in the city of Ston, a historic town that played an important strategic role during the Dubrovnik Republic. Its saltworks can be traced back to Roman times and are of great value. The oldest ston salt field in Europe is still in use today, and the salt-making technology has remained unchanged for centuries.
The 5.5 km long defensive wall dates back to the 14th century and provides security during times of danger-the longest medieval defensive wall in Europe.
Seafood lovers will especially enjoy visiting Maryston Bay, the cradle of Adriatic mussel and oyster farming. Taste oysters at famous local restaurants.
Arrive in Dubrovnik and check into the hotel.
After breakfast, walk around the most characteristic old castle-the movie scene of "Game of Thrones" can be found in every corner of this legendary city. This is an unforgettable journey through the medieval city, starting with the huge pile gate at the top of Stradun, the magnificent main road in the old town. Visit the Franciscan monastery and its cloister, one of the most magnificent sights in the city. Continue to the third oldest pharmacy in Europe and the oldest pharmacy still in use on the European continent, which opened in 1317. A little further forward is the Sponza Palace, famous for its porch with pillars and exquisite stone carvings, and now houses the National Archives. Then visit the cathedral built on the ruins of a 12th-century church destroyed by a major earthquake in 1667.
After the tour of the old city, we recommend that you explore the legendary city walls of the old city built in the 13th century, and take the cable car to the Mount Srd to overlook the most beautiful scenery of Dubrovnik’s old city.
In the evening, you can visit (by yourself) one of the famous restaurants in the city and taste traditional dishes such as gnocchi, cheese in oil and Dubrovnik’s traditional dessert-"rozata".
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
In the morning, you will start a pleasant trip to Konavle. Welcome to the local farm, where you will be introduced to the local heritage and culture, and experience how local food production techniques have evolved over time: olive oil, brandy, wine, flour and traditional sweets. Visit stone mills, old wineries, wine presses, manual wood mills and stone pits, and listen to the stories of the stones. You will taste everything presented to you: wine, brandy, herbal brandy, prosecco, olive oil, olives, arancini.
Enjoy a lunch of local specialties at the farm: cheese and bacon, lamb and veal. This is a traditional cuisine. The meat is slowly cooked under a big iron clock and covered with ashes and embers. The main course will be accompanied by potatoes, fried vegetables and homemade bread, followed by homemade apple pie as a dessert, including a drink (wine, soda, beer or juice). After lunch, you may be interested in cycling activities, or freely participate in local activities and return to the hotel.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
After the buffet breakfast, it is your free time until the driver picks you up to Dubrovnik Airport. It is recommended that you buy some unique Croatian souvenirs or gifts, such as arancini (candied orange peel), sugar almonds or Konavle style embroidered tablecloths.
We hope you had an unforgettable journey here and wish you come back again!