7-Day Ultimate Croatia
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Come along on this one week Croatia itinerary for an experience that you will never forget. Blessed with a wealth of natural riches, boasting almost 2000km of rocky, indented coastline and more than a thousand islands: Croatia is blanketed with rich vegetation, it's one of nature's greatest gifts, waiting for you to enjoy it.
From north to south and east to west, each region of Croatia has its own special culinary personality that will surprise you. Proto-Slavic essences mixed with Hungarian, Viennese and Turkish influences create seasoned meats, desserts and vegetable dishes bursting with Mediterranean flavours. Greek, Roman and Illyrian roots season fine fish delicacies and create a balanced palate that defines one of the best wine regions in the world.
Precariously poised between the Balkans and central Europe, this land has been passed between competing kingdoms, empires and republics for most of the millennia. If there's an upside to dislocation, it's in the rich cultural legacy that each has left behind.
Now, the country a peaceful gathering for travellers from all over the globe; the best place to get lost, the best place to find yourself is in the land of hidden wonders that awaits.
From north to south and east to west, each region of Croatia has its own special culinary personality that will surprise you. Proto-Slavic essences mixed with Hungarian, Viennese and Turkish influences create seasoned meats, desserts and vegetable dishes bursting with Mediterranean flavours. Greek, Roman and Illyrian roots season fine fish delicacies and create a balanced palate that defines one of the best wine regions in the world.
Precariously poised between the Balkans and central Europe, this land has been passed between competing kingdoms, empires and republics for most of the millennia. If there's an upside to dislocation, it's in the rich cultural legacy that each has left behind.
Now, the country a peaceful gathering for travellers from all over the globe; the best place to get lost, the best place to find yourself is in the land of hidden wonders that awaits.
Itinerary
Day 1
Go Back in Time in Zagreb
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Welcome to your wonderful one week Croatia itinerary! Witness a different side to Zagreb. Enjoy a romantic drive through the centre of the city in an electric replica of the legendary Ford model T to take in the city's beauty at a relaxed pace. Then, with a professional driver guide your disposal, you're free to enjoy many sights, including the upper and tower town sites.
Accommodation
Hotel Dubrovnik★4 star
Activities
Vintage Car City Tour of ZagrebOptional Activity
Zagreb CathedralOptional Activity
Croatian National Theatre in ZagrebOptional Activity
Art PavilionOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb to HOTEL DUBROVNIK d.d.
Destinations
Zagreb
Day 2
Must-See World Heritage Sites
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Plitvice Lakes National Park is Croatia’s best-known national park and the only one of eight that are on the UNESCO List of World Heritage sites. The main attractions of this park are the 16 small lakes joined by waterfalls created by the sedimentation of travertine, a special type of limestone.
Accommodation
Piazza Heritage Hotel★4 star
Activities
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Transportations
Private Driver from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Private Driver from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Split
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Zagreb
Plitvički Ljeskovac
Split
Day 3
The Roman Town of Split
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Walk inside Diocletian’s Palace, once the summer residence of the Roman emperor Diocletian, now one of the best-preserved Roman sites in the world. This fascinating town was developed inside the structure, yet the design still remains the same, inside you'll walk past bars, restaurants and shops that are a thriving part of life in Split.
Accommodation
Piazza Heritage Hotel★4 star
Activities
Trogir
Cathedral of St. Lawrence
Split
Diocletian's Palace
Riva
Restaurants
Bokeria Kitchen & Wine BarOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Split to Trogir
Private Driver from Trogir to Split
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Split
Trogir
Day 4
An Island Of The Senses
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Hvar holds Croatia's best assets: the most luxurious island, the sunniest place in the country (2,724 hours of sunshine each year) and, the most popular tourist destination. You'll take a tantalising tour of the island, smelling the sweetness of lavender, savouring the tannins of wine and being transported on a culinary journey with classic Dalmatian snacks.
Accommodation
Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort★4 star
Activities
Island of Hvar Tour
Hvar Island
Restaurants
Traditional “Konoba”
Transportations
Ferry from Luka Split to Harbour of Hvar
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Split
Hvar
Vrisnik
Milna
Day 5
Almighty Dubrovnik
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A fortified seaside city, Dubrovnik is steeped in history that tells the tale of Croatia's coastal past through its architecture with Venetian inspired sites and perfectly preserved sites that date back to the 10th century. A city of perspectives that go from sea to sky: you'll start your day by shores and finish it in the mountains, so you can really take in this fascinating cultural melting pot.
Accommodation
Hotel Lero★3 star
Activities
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik City Walls
Dubrovnik CathedralOptional Activity
Dubrovnik Cable Car to Srd HillOptional Activity
Restaurants
Panorama Restaurant & BarOptional Activity
Transportations
Ferry from Harbour of Hvar to Luka Gruz
Private Driver from Luka Gruz to Pile Gate
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Hvar
Dubrovnik
Day 6
Cook With a Local
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In Croatia, and anywhere for that matter, cooking and eating are an important role in everyday life. What's fascinating is how different cultures treat this as a necessity or as an art in itself. In Croatia, you'll find that the latter becomes evident pretty quickly. Challenge yourself and be like a local - dobar tek!
Accommodation
Hotel Lero★3 star
Activities
CavtatOptional Activity
Culinary Experience in LovornoOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Dubrovnik to CavtatOptional Activity
Private Driver from Cavtat to Konavle RegionOptional Activity
Private Driver from Lovorno to DubrovnikOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Dubrovnik
Cavtat
Lovorno
Day 7
Dubrovnik Departure
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You've reached the end of your one week Croatia itinerary. Today you will meet your driver for a private transfer to Dubrovnik airport to catch your flight onward.
Transportations
Private Driver from Old Town to Dubrovnik Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Dubrovnik
Included in Price
- 6 nights accommodation
- 9 activities
- 6 breakfasts and 1 dinner
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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