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Hvar
Dubrovnik
Korčula
Plitvice Lakes
Split
Zagreb
Croatia

Classic Croatia and Island Hopping (Tour code: 15767)

Starts and Ends
Zagreb to
Dubrovnik
Travel Periods
01 May 26 - 15 Oct 26
Experience
Travel Style
Independent Holiday Packages
Experience Croatia’s highlights from historic Zagreb and the breathtaking Plitvice Lakes to the vibrant Dalmatian coast. Sail between Hvar and Korčula before concluding in timeless Dubrovnik, blending culture, nature and island charm into a perfectly balanced Adriatic escape.

Highlights

Discover Zagreb’s Upper and Lower Towns, including St. Mark’s Church and the Cathedral, blending baroque beauty, lively squares and café culture

Walk the wooden paths of Plitvice Lakes National Park, admiring sixteen cascading turquoise lakes and over ninety spectacular waterfalls

Explore Split’s vibrant waterfront and Diocletian’s Palace, a living Roman monument filled with bustling streets, local shops and historic treasures

Experience Hvar’s lavender fields, vineyards and glitzy waterfront, home to Europe’s oldest theatre and Croatia’s sunniest island landscapes

Stroll medieval Korčula’s Venetian-inspired streets before continuing to Dubrovnik’s iconic Old Town, famed for mighty walls and Adriatic panoramas

8 days
From
NZD 4,782
per person, twin share
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All services are subject to availability.

Overview

Discover the essence of Croatia on this classic journey from elegant Zagreb to the sun-kissed islands of Dalmatia. Explore grand capitals, cascading lakes and centuries of living history before sailing across the Adriatic to Hvar’s lavender-scented landscapes and Korčula’s medieval charm. Conclude in the legendary walled city of Dubrovnik, where gleaming marble streets and shimmering seas create the perfect finale. Blending vibrant cities, pristine nature and idyllic island life, this itinerary offers a captivating taste of Croatia’s most iconic highlights.

Inclusions

3 nights in Dubrovnik - 4* hotel
2 nights in Zagreb - 4* hotel
2 nights in Hvar - 4* hotel
1 night in Split - 4* hotel
1 night in Korčula - 4* hotel
Arrival and departure airport transfers
All transfers on Hvar, Korcula and in Dubrovnik
Ferry or catamaran transfers between Split, Hvar, and Korčula
Daily breakfast
Guided city tours of Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik Old Town
Entrance fee to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Boat tickets and assistance throughout the programme

Day 1 Zagreb

Arrival to Zagreb airport. Transfer to hotel in Zagreb.

Overnight stay in Zagreb in a 4* hotel.

Zagreb
Zagreb

Day 2 Zagreb

Following breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a guided introduction with Croatia’s largest city. With an air of a true European capital, Zagreb charms with its baroque facades and towers, green parks and open-air terraces, quiet courtyards and bustling streets. Between its historic Upper town and urban lower town, spot landmarks like Church of St. Mark with its colourful roof, the Cathedral and the National Theatre. Continue exploring on your own in the afternoon and spend another night in Zagreb.

Overnight stay in Zagreb in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Zagreb
Zagreb

Day 3 Zagreb Split

After breakfast morning departure to Split. The first visit of the day takes you to Croatia’s most popular natural gem, the Plitvice Lakes. A walk along the wooden pathways unveils an amazing world of 16 cascading lakes interlaced with over 90 stunning waterfalls, bound to mesmerize you in any season.

Continuing the drive to Split, take a break in Trogir. UNESCO-listed World Heritage site. A bundle of narrow atmospheric streets which twist and bend between hoses, palaces and churches, the heritage of Trogir is rooted in the Greek and Roman times and showcases some of the finest architectural works in Croatia, including the incredibly intricate portal of it’s Cathedral, the Town Loggia and the Cipico palace. Arrive to Split.

Overnight stay in Split in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Zagreb → Split
Trogir

Day 4 Split Hvar

After breakfast at the hotel, set out on a late morning walking tour of Split. Dalmatia’s largest costal town bustles and buzzes, as it grows more and more popular among travellers for its easy-going spirit, creative food and shopping scene and of course, remarkable heritage. Learn about the Diocletian’s Palace, once Roman Emperor’s retirement estate and today a lovely city center housing 3000 people!

Finally, enjoy a ferry or catamaran ride from Split to the neighbouring island of Hvar where you will spend the night at a hotel in the glitzy town of Hvar.

Overnight stay Split in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Split → Hvar
Diocletian’s Palace

Day 5 Hvar

The island of Hvar is known for its purple lavender fields, a backdrop for oil production, potent red wines from steep vineyards especially enjoying the island’s status as Croatia’s sunniest island, and the glitzy jetset scene along the starlit waterfronts of the town of Hvar, so often featured in national and international summer media. Explore the island’s prime gem and its most trendy destination, the town Hvar on your own. Home to the oldest theatre in Europe, also the home of organised tourism in Croatia, the heritage of Hvar extends far beyond the popular party scene! Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and spend the night in a hotel in Hvar.

Overnight stay Split in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Hvar
Hvar

Day 6 Hvar Korčula

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and some time on your own. Hvar is known for diverse opportunities, from bustling squares of Hvar town to the serene waterfront of Jelsa, the bridges of Vrboska and vineyards of Ivan Dolac, so expect time to fly. In the afternoon, bid farewell to Hvar and hop on a boat to take you to the neighbouring island of Korčula. Arrive in the evening and enjoy an overnight stay in Korčula.

Overnight stay Korčula in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Hvar → Korčula
Hvar

Day 7 Korčula Dubrovnik

The far south of Croatia holds many gems. You’ll know Korčula was a Venetian stronghold as soon as you lay your eyes on the many lion statues which lurk at you from the town’s facades and gates, intertwined with some of the most outstanding stonework you will get to see anywhere on the Adriatic coast. Stroll the narrow, curved streets, marvel at beautiful churches and magnificent palaces in the one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean. Early in the afternoon, you will be transferred to Dubrovnik, which once successfully rivaled the Venetian Republic. Arrival to Dubrovnik and overnight stay in a hotel.

Overnight stay Dubrovnik in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Korčula → Dubrovnik
Korčula

Day 8 Dubrovnik

Enjoy a breakfast at the hotel and lazy start of the day. In the late morning, embark on a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town, a.k.a., the Pearl of the Adriatic or the King’s Landing. Whatever you might consider to be the town’s main drawcard, the mighty city walls of Dubrovnik and its courteous spirit will swiftly transport you back in time to when this was an independent republic and a highly cultured Mediterranean town. After learning of its history and present, enjoy the afternoon exploring on your own. Stay overnight in your Dubrovnik hotel.

Overnight stay Dubrovnik in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Day 9 Dubrovnik

A marvelous city like Dubrovnik can only be surrounded by a marvelous region. Tailor this day to your own liking, whether you are up for just relaxing or perhaps venturing out to explore the islands nearby. Locals would suggest Lokrum Island as an easy trip from the Old Town Harbour. Promising day of heavenly serenity, Lokrum envelops you in thick green forests of holm oak, pine and laurel, to be shares with the island’s only permanent inhabitants: peacocks and bunnies. Just a tad bit further away, the Elaphite Archipelago packs sandy beaches, remarkable heritage, fun hiking trails and good food into a day excursion. Enjoy the overnight stay in a hotel.

Overnight stay Dubrovnik in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Day 10 Dubrovnik

Following breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Dubrovnik Airport.

End of services.

Breakfast

Additional information

Official language
Croatian
Local currency
Kuna (HRK)

Excluded

  • International airfares and taxes
  • Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
  • Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
  • Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
  • Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
  • Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
  • Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package

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