Wonders of Croatia

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City tours, truffling, eating at various restaurants, Plitvice Lakes National Park, and Dubrovnik.

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8 daysDuration

Independent TourPrivate tour for one or two travelers

2 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

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Zagreb, Croatia

Dubrovnik, Croatia

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Highlights

Travel to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, and the perfect place to dig deep into the countrys history

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park, where you will see terraced lakes and breathtaking waterfalls

Visit Krka National Park in Zadar to see the Skradinski Buk Falls, the famous waterfall in Croatia

Uncover Roman remains in Split, known for its sandy beaches, bright blue waters & medieval sites

Bask in the beauty of the Adriatic Coast as you explore Dubrovnik, city in the region of Dalmatia

Itinerary

This self-driving tour through Croatia will guide you through the most beautiful coastal cities and fascinating medieval centers from Zagreb to Dubrovnik! Your journey will begin in Zagreb, the Croatian capital known for its exquisite churches, extravagant palaces, and bustling markets. Explore Gornji Grad, the legendary historic center known for its famous cathedral dating back to the XIII century. From there you will travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park to see the beautiful turquoise-blue waterfalls and terraced lakes. Your next stop will be in Zadar, where you can visit Krka National Park, known for its magnificent scenery and waterfalls, or explore the city — the gateway to some of Croatia's most famous attractions. Explore Split, one of the most beautiful cities in Croatia, where you will see the Diocletian’s Palace, built for the Roman Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century AD, and Jupiter's Temple, which was used as a symbol of power in the Roman Republic. Finally, you will set out to explore Dubrovnik, a breathtaking city situated on the Dalmatian Coast, known for its magnificent medieval walls that surround the city. See the Bell Tower Clock in the Old Town, dating to the 15th century, and admire the incredible Sponza Palace, one of the oldest buildings in the Old Town which survived the earthwork of 1667. Your self-driving Croatia vacation will come to an end in this incredible city!

day 1Zagreb Arrival

Welcome to Croatia! Upon arrival at the Zagreb International Airport, you will pick up your rental car and drive to your hotel. Zagreb is the country's capital and is a fascinating ancient city that contains many leisure places of tourists’ interests.
Overnight in Zagreb

day 2Zagreb

day 3Zagreb – Plitvice

day 4Plitvice – Zadar

day 5Zadar – Trogir – Split

day 6Split – Dubrovnik

day 7Dubrovnik

day 8Dubrovnik –

What's Included

Accommodation

07 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar

Meals

Daily breakfast

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07-Day car rental in CARNECT car group, Renault Megane/ Skoda Octavia or similar including:Unlimited mileageCollision Damage Waiver (CDW)Theft Protection (TP)Value Added Tax (VAT)One way car rental National feeAll local applicable taxes

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