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Country Roads of Croatia

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14 days

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Tour Type
Group
Max Group Size
48
Age Requirement
5 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
EasyLight physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ends

Zagreb, Croatia

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Highlights

Zagreb: Your Local Expert guides you through this two-tiered capital. Explore Donji Grad, the Lower Town, and see Ban Josip Jelačić Square and the cathedral.

Zagreb: Ride the funicular to Gornji Grad, the medieval Upper Town, to view the former Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St. Mark's Church and the Lotrščak Tower.

Postojna Cave: Enter by mini-train into these world-famous cave systems, before walking through an illuminated fairyland of stalactites and stalagmites.

Trogir: See the cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace during an orientation with your Travel Director.

Split: Cruise to the sunniest island of the country, Hvar, your home for the next two nights. Enjoy beautiful views and crystal waters on this two hour ferry crossing.

Itinerary

Experience Croatia’s vibrant culture and breathtaking coastlines on the 'Country Roads of Croatia' city sightseeing trip. Traveling from Zagreb to Dubrovnik over 14 days, this group tour combines urban exploration with natural marvels like Plitvice Lakes National Park. Relish sea-to-table oysters in Ston and celebrate in Dubrovnik with a dinner paired with wine and grappa. With options to dive into Tara Community folklore or hike forest trails, and expert guidance throughout, this tour stands out for its immersive approach to Croatian heritage and its culinary treasures.

Day 1Welcome to Zagreb
Day 2Zagrebs Twin Towns Relaxed Start
Day 3Postojna Caves and on to Opatija
Day 4Discover the Jewels of Istria
Day 5Pristine Plitvice Lakes National Park
Day 6The Dalmatian Coast to Split
Day 7Island Hopping to Hvar Relaxed Start
Day 8Exploring the Island of Hvar Relaxed Start
Day 9On the Trail of Marco Polo to Korula
Day 10Captivating Korula Relaxed Start
Day 11Dubrovnik, Pearl of the Adriatic
Day 12Optional Montenegro Experience Relaxed Start
Day 13Dubrovnik at Leisure Relaxed Start
Day 14Depart Dubrovnik
Country Roads of Croatia

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What's Included

Accommodation
Sheraton Zagreb HotelGrand Adriatic, Opatija, Amadria Park Grand 4 Opatijska Cvijeta HotelLyra, Li��ko Petrovo Selo HotelPresident Solin, Split HotelAmfora, Hvar Grand Beach Resort HotelLiburna, Korcula HotelDubrovnik Palace HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Meals
Dinner (x6)Breakfast (x13)Zagreb: At 17:30, join your Travel Director for dinner with the opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers over a pleasant evening with wine.Ston: Meet a local oyster farmer and learn about the cultivation of oysters, before enjoying a delicious Sea-to-Table tasting of fresh shellfish and local wine.Dubrovnik: Toast the culmination of your journey with a typical Dalmatian dinner.
Transport
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Guide
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activitiesPlitvice Lakes National Park: Join a Local Expert to explore Plitviče National Park. Learn about the studies taking place to monitor and protect the natural habitat, and education initiatives on the marine environment and best practices for a low-impact experience. The site participates in habitat restoration and is constantly working to protect the parks natural ecosystems and animal population. The staff educate their visitors about local traditions and share their personal story of the village with great passion from personal knowledge and experience.  This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water, UN Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life On Land. Alternatively, meet the industrious women of the Tara Community Center.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Through its income the Tara Centre has built a small community Centre that is used by the Tara Citizens’ Association, a collective of mostly older women, many of whom were refugees. There the women produce handicrafts which have giving them a much-needed financial and psychological boost. The staff educate their visitors about local traditions and share their personal story of the village with great passion from personal knowledge and experience.  The Tara Centre advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality. Alternatively, join a Local Expert to explore Plitvice National Park.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Join a Local Expert to explore Plitviče National Park. Learn about the studies taking place to monitor and protect the natural habitat, and education initiatives on the marine environment and best practices for a low-impact experience. The site participates in habitat restoration and is constantly working to protect the parks natural ecosystems and animal population. The staff educate their visitors about local traditions and share their personal story of the village with great passion from personal knowledge and experience.  This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water, UN Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life On Land. Alternatively, meet the industrious women of the Tara Community Center.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Through its income the Tara Centre has built a small community Centre that is used by the Tara Citizens’ Association, a collective of mostly older women, many of whom were refugees. There the women produce handicrafts which have giving them a much-needed financial and psychological boost. The staff educate their visitors about local traditions and share their personal story of the village with great passion from personal knowledge and experience.  The Tara Centre advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality. Alternatively, join a Local Expert to explore Plitvice National Park.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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Customer Reviews

4.8

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Luisa D.On Sep 7, 2025

Country roads allow you to appreciate the cultural diversity of Croatia but also to enjoy the stunning beauty of these lands. The pace of the itinerary is moderate and the travel director as well the dirver are world class hosts.

Karen P.On Sep 5, 2025

Country roads of Croatia was a wonderful trip to experience the true lifestyle of Croatia culture and people. our tour guide was full of information and is a enthusiastic person which made the trip great

Sandra-Le M.On Sep 5, 2025

I enjoyed the scenery and walks at the different places we stayed. However, more free time to explore a place would have made it more relaxed and enjoyable. The disappointment for me was the food. Family run restaurants with a set menu not for me. I would have preferred two or 3 options to choose from. Also, a variety of food....not just the stewed meats. I particularly like fresh food and found both the meat and vegetables absolutely overcooked. Our guide was excellent. Her knowledge was excellent and she told some wonderful stories. The coach was always fresh and clean but I found the seats uncomfortable as the backs of the seats lean backwards slightly which is not good for posture. A small cushion would have made it more comfortable. Many of us made make shift cushions using our jumpers and jackets.

AnonymousOn Sep 5, 2025

More individual time at locations of choice would be appropriate Repetition with regard to presentation at some of the destinations Dinners at local homes disappointing, venues nice but food presented mediocre Pressured into signing up to additional OPTIONS which personally I considered sufficient detailed information was not provided Comfortable coach, however for longer journeys maybe a “back cushion” may be appropriate, great Driver and Guide

Jafar T.On Sep 5, 2025

It covers all interesting parts of Croatia. Although it is a pack/unpack tour but it is worth it, specially when you get back home and remember the journey.

AnonymousOn Aug 31, 2025

It is varied, covering both coastal and inland towns. Well paced with enough free time to do some museums that are not included.

William W.On Aug 29, 2025

Gayleen W.On Aug 29, 2025

The itinerary is perfect. Croatia is very beautiful and picturesque. The people are very welcoming. Local food and drinks are delicious.

AnonymousOn Aug 29, 2025

It was a very good tour. Good accommodation, fantastic tour leader and driver. Just one small point, and it's not major, but it was rated as a "difficulty " 2. There were SOME situations where I would question this, for example the Dubrovnik old city climb. This was much harder than a "2" rating. Unfortunately with my health issue, I could not do it and there were others also. There were a couple of these activities and I just want to advise that maybe the rating for this should be 3. Just my thoughts. Overall though, a fabulous and interesting tour.

AnonymousOn Aug 29, 2025

The tour is well organised and informatiion on the daily events on the WhatsApp. The tour director was very friendly and approachable. We have a wonderful time together as though we have known each other despite is our first meeting

Nanjappa C.On Aug 29, 2025

Fabulous beautiful country, fortunate to have had great company for tours, mostly aussies, Singaporeans and couple of from States. Was very friendly company and got along very well, Even had a few invitations to their country and homes! We reciprocated also. Tour coordinator was exceptional and she always went above her duties to make us comfortable. Had an excellent coach driver through out the trip. The selection of dinner locations and the quality of the cuisine was great.. Wish and hope we could duplicate this again with the same group somewhere else. Thank you and Chandramohans

AnonymousOn Aug 29, 2025

The itinerary, allows you to get to know the country of Croatia better especially if you are visiting for the first time, while you seat in confort and enjoy the picturesque views.

AnonymousOn Aug 26, 2025

Tina was a fantastic tour guide and made the trip with her organisational skills and communication.

Christine G.On Aug 16, 2025

We enjoyed the fact that we spent 2 nights at most locations. This made it easier to relax as well as joining the organised extra tours that we could opt into. The places we explored were stunning.

Robert G.On Aug 10, 2025

The sites and scenery were great giving a good overview of rural areas as well as major sites.

AnonymousOn Aug 5, 2025

Robert L.On Aug 2, 2025

Great stops at park, ruins, cave and beaches. Very very good.

AnonymousOn Aug 1, 2025

Good blend of excellent local guides providing interesting details in a low key manner with alone time to explore interests of yours. Great bus driver with plenty of leg room and adjust seats so everyone gets front, back and both sides. Saves so much time as locals and tour guide know the best places to go and leaving the drive on the narrow winding roads so much more relaxing than having to manage.

AnonymousOn Aug 1, 2025

Laura O.On Aug 1, 2025

It was great an had it very organized

Julie S.On Aug 1, 2025

Packed with enriching, fun, informative and memorable experiences! Very busy itinerary if you participate in Optionals. Perfect amount of free time to explore on your own in quaint areas with picturesque and breathing scenery everywhere. Requires general fitness as the topography is anything but flat. Plan for 10,000+ steps per day. Exceptional itinerary, including the top rated highlights of the country.

K. S.On Jul 27, 2025

Our tour covered 1,200 miles in two weeks. We saw some beautiful places, many we never would have thought of traveling to, if we had not been on the tour.

Leanne V.On Jul 25, 2025

Great pace comfortable buses excellent itinerary. Communication to guests always on point, hotels very comfortable. Travel director exceptional!! looked out for every guest with the utmost regard. She shared the fun and knowledge of the Croatian Countryside. Her timing to talk and rest was impeccable and her skills are the best we have come across.

AnonymousOn Jul 22, 2025

It is such a beautiful trip through Croatia starting from Zagreb to Dubrovnik including 2 amazing islands , Hvar & Korcula. What isn’t to love about Croatia, a picture postcard everywhere you look.

AnonymousOn Jul 20, 2025

It was a great way to see what Croatia has to offer. The itinerary allowed enough time to explore this beautiful country.

E. G.On Jul 19, 2025

as with the other Insight Vacations trips I've taken, I really feel like I've really seen the country. moving about on the motor coach allows us to see the coast, inland, mountains, cities, towns, etc. there are optional excursions for different interests and different tastes. and you still have some down time.

ShelleyOn Jul 16, 2025

I appreciated the pace of the tour, spending two nights in the majority of locations and three at Dubrovnik. The late start mornings were also appreciated. We visited all the major areas I wanted to except for Bled in Slovenia. Staying on the islands of Hvar and Korcula was an added bonus. Even the free days were good because our hotels were situated in areas where we could easily explore historical areas on our own if we wished.

AnonymousOn Jul 14, 2025

This trip is highly recommended. If you love nature, beaches and boat rides. So much gorgeous islands and spots to explore

JulianaOn Jul 14, 2025

It was so breath taking, so much nature from water falls to beaches and lush greenery.

Ronald J.On Jul 13, 2025

A very well planned itinerary from inland to the coast. Excellent Tour Director and Driver. We visited all the main attractions and had very good local tour guides.

AnonymousOn Jul 13, 2025

Very excellent itinerary as all the places are stunning and have their own distinct charm and history, but perhaps Lake Bled should have been included and less time in Zagreb.

AnonymousOn Jul 13, 2025

2 weeks is a little too long. Would suggest 10 days

AnonymousOn Jul 13, 2025

Great tour but exhausting in 100+ temperatures. Many steep hills on crumbling stone walkways. Not good for people not in shape to do the many walks in caves, national parks, and uphill walks in route to restaurants & sights. Hotels were good & located in convenient locations. Insight bus was great & comfortable but not able to charge cell phones on bus this time.

AnonymousOn Jul 13, 2025

I wish there was less time at Roman ruins in Pula. And more time in the next town. Also, i wish we'd stayed in Split.

Jan S.On Jul 11, 2025

The tour was wonderful overall, and covered territory that we would not have been able to travel easily on our own. The hotels we stayed at were all extremely good, to exceptional. The bus was excellent, and the number of travellers was also very good - not too many in the group. The itinerary was extensive and, although I thought that having all the optional tours was costly and not sufficiently inclusive, it was actually useful to us, for this tour. We enjoyed the variety, but wished we had taken a tour earlier in the year, as it was too hot for us, in June (temperatures over 30 degrees every day). It was too warm to be wandering around the town centres for so long, in our free time. As it was, it meant that we didn't participate in as many of the activities as we would have otherwise done. The other issue we had was that we were unwell for some of the tour, which also caused us to limit our involvement in a number of optional activities. So, it was easier to opt out of such activities than having to participate because we were tied to an itinerary. It was helpful, as well, that there were a number of two night stays, which enabled us to rest a little in between some lengthy bus trip days.

AnonymousOn Jul 11, 2025

We can’t stop telling our friends about our time in Croatia. The tour director went above and beyond with a great sense of humor and kindness. The accommodations were lovely. The whole experience especially because of our sweet fellow travelers was a pleasure!

AnonymousOn Jul 11, 2025

Just enough guided to get to know the areas and learn. The rest of the time you can relax and explore. The hotels were perfect as were the meals.

AnonymousOn Jul 10, 2025

great to see inland unesco sites, port cities and islands food included was buffets that stunk - usually cold and dried out

Valentine G.On Jul 8, 2025

The itinerary for our recent trip, Country Roads of Croatia, was very comprehensive. We appreciated that we could see all the highlights of this wonderful country in a relaxed and friendly environment. Our Tour Director, went above and beyond to ensure that we saw all the highlights of this wonderful country. We would definitely give her a 10/10. We would highly recommend this trip to those who are considering exploring all aspects of beautiful Croatia.

Sharon R.On Jul 7, 2025

Good mixture of coast and interior. Liked ending with the coast and starting with Zagreb, caves, and Plitvice Nat. Park. Enjoyed the little extra of the oyster and mussel farm and having wine and snacks on the floating picnic area.

Pamela D.On Jul 7, 2025

We loved seeing Croatia through the eyes of her people, it is such a beautiful country, so clean, safe and welcoming. We had great choices and personal experiences with our guides, townspeople, and others in our tour group. It was an amazing experience and great way to see Croatia.

Denise B.On Jul 6, 2025

An excellent tour. We loved seeing the whole country from end to end not only the islands. We loved hosting each island staying a couple of night. The hotels were excellent along with our fabulous driver and tour guide who was experienced and professional. One thing we really loved was pickup and drop off of our luggage each day. Would highly recommend this tour and the activities that go with it.

AnonymousOn Jul 6, 2025

Itinerary was Zagreb to Dubrovnik, a great journey, varying culture, countryside and history.

Kathleen A.On Jul 6, 2025

We very much enjoyed the bus on this trip and the daily itineraries. The views in the hotel rooms were disappointing looking at a wall or alley. Maybe give option to upgrade rooms. AC was broken in 2 of our hotel rooms. Too many subpar buffets. Fellow Insight travelers said they had never had so many dinner buffets on previous Insight trips. We paid $1000 for all extra dinners at Konobas. We did not enjoy the food and felt very rushed. It was a huge waste of money. We would have skipped Montenegro as it was too rushed. We would possibly consider another Insight if dining options changed. We would never do the optional offerings again. $1000 was a lot of money for subpar experiences. We will be more careful choosing our travel vendor, as there are numerous quality ones to choose from.

Carolyn B.On Jul 6, 2025

Sarah B.On Jul 6, 2025

Croatia is absolutely gorgeous! There are many different cities and sites to see, from the caves, sea organ, park, museums, ancient landmarks and beautiful blue water. The local people are friendly and eager to help. I would love to go again! Sarah

AnonymousOn Jul 6, 2025

This trip had an excellent and well organized guide and driver. The stops were well worth it for the scenery and culture, especially the scenery. The hotels were comfortable and well situated. Although , as in many European hotels the shower-tubs were quite slippery and hard to get into with very high sides.

Fiona M.On Jul 4, 2025

Margaret H.On Jul 4, 2025

Its varied, distances not too far apart and has plenty of optional experiences. The hotels were very good although all but one did not have sea views.

TsachkaOn Jul 4, 2025

It’s an amazing country. We went to beautiful places and had time to enjoy each location.

Yam C.On Jul 4, 2025

AnonymousOn Jul 2, 2025

Well planned, great tour director ,,good coverage of country, great pace, excellent accommodations ,great options.

Arvind C.On Jul 2, 2025

Well structured and managed. Easy pace for seniors.

AnonymousOn Jun 30, 2025

AnonymousOn Jun 29, 2025

Varied, visited prominent places and smaller places. Accommodation in or near the centres, for easy on foot access and opportunities for personal exploring.

Linda H.On Jun 29, 2025

Susan J.On Jun 27, 2025

Fabulous itinerary got to see a lot of the country not rushed lovely hotels and food. fa blouse dude and genuinely nice man

Don C.On Jun 27, 2025

Takes in all the sights and points of interest.Guides are very informed about all areas

AnonymousOn Jun 27, 2025

Very well organised

AnonymousOn Jun 27, 2025

Fantastic in all regards on Slovenia, Croatia and Montenegro. Our tour Insight Vacation Tour Director was a big reason why this trip was so fantastic from his narrative of incredible history, laughs, good food and stunning natural landscapes from caves, mountains, ocean and lakes it was a dream vacation

AnonymousOn Jun 27, 2025

It was very versatile, showed the best part of this beautiful country. One of the reasons I chose this trip was because it included some islands and short boat trips also the length of the trip. It allowed for some free time and stay in places for more than one day.

AnonymousOn Jun 27, 2025

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AnonymousOn Jun 26, 2025

The itinerary covers the country fully but could perhaps benefit from more free time. The ferry trip to Hvar was cumbersome and since we also spent time on the island of Korcula, perhaps more time could have been spent in Split instead of Hvar. Nevertheless, Croatia is a beautiful country and the tour enables participants to fully appreciate this.

AnonymousOn Jun 25, 2025

Country Roads of Croatia was a great tour. The pace was easy, most of the meals on the optional extra excursions were ok, but some were with same kind of food. Our your leader Marty was exceptional in making sure the tour flowed smoothly & without any problems.

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