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9-Day Private Luxury Croatia Road Trip Adventure

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Trip Overview

From Zagreb to Dubrovnik, this Croatia road trip covers the highlights of the country as well as a balance of culture and local cuisine.

Destinations included in this road trip will show you the diversity and richness of urban architecture, natural landscapes, and the recognisable gastronomic offer of Croatia.

You will drive from the Croatian capital of Zagreb to the "Pearl of the Adriatic", Dubrovnik, stopping at the most beautiful sights such as Plitvice Lakes National Park, the archaic city with the largest Roman forum on the east coast of the Adriatic, the island with the largest numbers of sunny days, and several filming locations for the world-famous series Game of Thrones.

This trip is made to tickle your imagination and make you want to discover the hidden gems of Croatia.
Sightseeing
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Outdoors & Nature
Culture & Arts

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Zagreb

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Arrival in Zagreb

Upon arrival at Zagreb airport, you'll take a private transfer to the Westin Zagreb hotel. You'll have some time to relax and freshen up. Depending on the time of your arrival, before dinner, you'll spend some time re-energising in over 1,700-metre-squared of modern, elegantly appointed, sleek and airy surroundings of the hotel wellness centre.

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    Accommodation

    The Westin Zagreb5 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in ZagrebOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Zagreb Airport (ZAG), Ulica Rudolfa Fizira, Zagreb, Croatia to The Westin Zagreb, Krsnjavoga, Zagreb, Croatia

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    Destinations

    Zagreb

Day 2

Zagreb City Centre Tour and Free Time in the Afternoon

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Zagreb City Centre Tour and Free Time in the Afternoon

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, you'll meet with your local guide and take a walking tour around Zagreb city centre. Your guide will take you to the historical centre of the city, The Stone Gate, Church of St. Mark with the famed multicoloured roof, the Cathedral and many other sights. After the tour, you will have lunch in one of Zagreb's various restaurants - ask the guide for a recommendation. You'll spend the afternoon visiting museums, such as the Museum of Broken Relationships.

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    Accommodation

    The Westin Zagreb5 star

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    Activities

    Zagreb City Centre Tour

    Free Time in ZagrebOptional Activity

    Museum of Broken RelationshipsOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zagreb

Day 3

From Zagreb to Zadar through Plitvice Lakes National Park

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From Zagreb to Zadar through Plitvice Lakes National Park

Begin your Croatia road trip! Today, you will pick up your rental car and depart for the Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can have lunch at one of the local restaurants that feature an array of local specialities. After visiting the park, you will continue towards Zadar, where you will check in the unique city boutique-hotel Bastion. In the afternoon, you will meet your guide and take a stroll through the cobbled streets of the old town of Zadar.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Bastion4 star

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    Activities

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Zadar Walking Tour

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    Transportations

    Rental Car from Zagreb to Zadar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zagreb

    Plitvički Ljeskovac

    Zadar

Day 4

Picturesque Trogir, Stella Croatica Ethno Agro Park and Klis Fortress

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Picturesque Trogir, Stella Croatica Ethno Agro Park and Klis Fortress

You will stop in the typical Dalmatian historical town of Trogir and meet your local guide for the walking tour. After the tour, you will head to the Stella Croatica estate to take a tour of the (manu)factory where the sweets are handmade, walk through the scenic botanical collection, explore the rich Mediterranean garden, and visit the olive oil museum. Before you will go to the hotel in Split, you will visit the Klis fortress. Your final destination of the day will be the Cornaro Hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Cornaro4 star

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    Activities

    Trogir

    Stella Croatica

    Klis Fortress

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    Transportations

    Rental Car from Zadar to Split

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Zadar

    Trogir

    Klis

    Split

Day 5

Split Historical and Gastro Tour with the Green Market

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Split Historical and Gastro Tour with the Green Market

You will embark on a Split food tour that will tickle your senses. During the tour, your guide will take you to different food stops so you can taste the most delicious and scrumptious food. You will be walking along with the 1700-year-old imperial palace, getting to know the interesting facts of Diocletian’s Palace and the surrounding medieval highlights of Split. You will return to the hotel, get some rest, and then enjoy an evening off to explore the city.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Cornaro4 star

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    Activities

    Split Historical and Gastro Tour

    SplitOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

Day 6

Ferry from Split to Hvar and Island Tour

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Ferry from Split to Hvar and Island Tour

You will catch the ferry to the island of Hvar, a popular destination with tourists due to its natural setting, mild climate, and the fact that it has more UNESCO heritage "badges" than any island in the world. Upon arrival, you'll explore the town of Hvar. After that, it's time to visit the wine cellar belonging to the Duboković family. For the sweet end to the island tour, the Gamulin family will welcome you to their very special chocolate boutique.

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    Accommodation

    Maslina Resort5 star

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    Activities

    Hvar Town

    Duboković Winery

    Gamulin Chocolates

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Split to Hvar

    Rental Car from Split to Hvar

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Split

    Hvar

    Jelsa

    Stari Grad

Day 7

Pelješac, Trsteno and Dubrovnik

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Pelješac, Trsteno and Dubrovnik

Once on land, drive towards the southeast and your final destination – Dubrovnik. En route, you'll stop at the edge of the Pelješac peninsula to enjoy tasting world-famous oysters, just taken out of the sea, on a floating dock in the middle of the oyster farm. You will also make a short stop in a beautiful green oasis of Trsteno Arboretum, the oldest arboretum in this part of the world, used as the setting and filming location for the world-famous series Game of Thrones. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik5 star

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    Activities

    Mali Ston Oyster Tasting

    Arboretum Trsteno

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Sućuraj to Drvenik

    Rental Car from Sućuraj to Dubrovnik

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Stari Grad

    Mali Ston

    Trsteno

    Dubrovnik

Day 8

Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Dubrovnik Private Sightseeing Tour

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Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Dubrovnik Private Sightseeing Tour

You will meet your guide and walk with him to the nearby entrance to Dubrovnik Old Town. Once in the "Old Port", your guide will tell you the intriguing stories of the famous Quarantine and the nearby fortresses of St. Luke and St. John as well as fascinating legends about the Church of St Blaise, the Cathedral, the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and Orlando's Column. The rest of the day, you will explore Dubrovnik and its surroundings on your own.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik5 star

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    Activities

    Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour

    DubrovnikOptional Activity

    Dubrovnik City WallsOptional Activity

    Dubrovnik CathedralOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Dubrovnik

Day 9

Depart from Dubrovnik

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Depart from Dubrovnik

You will have some free time in Dubrovnik until departure to the airport.

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    DubrovnikOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Excelsior to Dubrovnik Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Dubrovnik

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What’s included?

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 13 activities
  • 8 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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