Overview
Experience the stunning landscapes, historic towns, and breathtaking coastal beauty of Croatia in this 9-night itinerary. Start your journey in Zagreb, Croatia’s vibrant capital, with a day trip to Lake Bled in Slovenia. Continue to Zadar for its spectacular sunsets and famous waterfalls. Explore Split, the gateway to the Dalmatian coast, before concluding your trip in the UNESCO-listed city of Dubrovnik, with island-hopping and cross-border explorations of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Highlights
- Explore Zagreb with a self-guided city tour
- Take a day trip to Lake Bled in Slovenia
- Visit Plitvice National Park & Rastoke Village
- Explore Zadar and take a shared day trip to Krka Waterfall.
- Discover the ancient charm of Split and its coastal beauty.
- Experience Dubrovnik, known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic.”
- Enjoy a day trip to Hvar Island.
- Visit Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Itinerary
- Arrive in Zagreb and check into your hotel.
- Explore Ban Jelačić Square, St. Mark’s Church, and Dolac Market.
- Optional: Take a Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.
- Overnight stay in Zagreb
- Take a shared day trip to Lake Bled.
- Visit Bled Castle and the Church of the Assumption.
- Return to Zagreb in the evening.
- Overnight stay in Zagreb
- Depart from Zagreb for a full-day shared tour.
- Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Stop by Rastoke Village for a scenic break.
- Drop-off in Zadar.
- Overnight stay in Zadar
- Join a shared tour to Krka National Park.
- Explore the waterfalls, swimming areas, and scenic trails.
- Return to Zadar and relax.
- Overnight stay in Zadar.
- Visit the Sea Organ, Greeting to the Sun, and St. Donatus Church.
- Take a scenic bus journey to Split.
- Evening free to explore Split Old Town, Riva Promenade, and Diocletian’s Palace.
- Overnight stay in Split
- Free time to explore Split’s historic sites and beaches.
- Travel to Dubrovnik via bus.
- Evening walk around Dubrovnik Old Town.
- Overnight stay in Dubrovnik
- Take a shared Hvar Island tour.
- Explore Hvar Town, Stari Grad, and Pakleni Islands.
- Return to Dubrovnik in the evening.
- Overnight stay in Dubrovnik
- Cross the border into Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Explore Mostar’s Old Bridge (Stari Most) and Turkish-style bazaars.
- Return to Dubrovnik in the evening.
- Overnight stay in Dubrovnik
- Free morning for last-minute shopping or exploration.
- Transfer to the airport and fly back home.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- 2 Nights in Zagreb, 2 Nights in Zadar, 1 Night in Split, 3 Nights in Dubrovnik (Hotel stay with breakfast)
- Shared Lake Bled Day Tour (Slovenia)
- Shared Plitvice National Park & Rastoke Village Tour (Transfer to Zadar included)
- Shared Krka Waterfall Tour
- Shared Hvar Island Tour
- Shared Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina Tour
- All intercity bus transfers
The Cost Excludes
- International & Domestic Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Meals other than breakfast
- Transfer from Bus stations to hotel
- Personal Expenses & Shopping
- Additional activities not mentioned
- Visa charges, local city/tourist tax
- Early Check-in & Late Check-out Charges
FAQs
April to October offers the best weather, with May–September being the peak season
Yes, Indian travelers require a Schengen visa to visit Finland. The visa fee is approximately approx INR 11,000, plus service charges. Traveller has to visit Visa Center for Biometrics Document submission
The itinerary includes intercity bus transfers, which are convenient and cost-effective
Croatia uses the Euro (€)
Yes, but options may be limited. Major cities have Indian restaurants and vegetarian-friendly cafes
Yes, Croatia is very safe, with low crime rates. Standard precautions are recommended
Peka (slow-cooked meat), Black Risotto, Burek (pastry), and Fritule (mini doughnuts)
Croatia uses Type C & F plugs (230V)
Yes, Visa & MasterCard are widely accepted, but carry some cash for small vendors
Dubrovnik, Split, and Zagreb have vibrant nightlife with bars, nightclubs, and beach parties
Yes! Buy lavender products, handmade jewelry, olive oil, and local wines
It’s a UNESCO site with cascading waterfalls and turquoise lakes
Yes, but carry your passport and visa for smooth entry
