NATURE, CULTURE & THE ADRIATIC SEA
BEST OF CROATIA
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Best to travel from April to October
16 days / 15 nights
Croatia
All excursions are on private basis
24/7 service
Discover Croatia at its best! An Award-Winning Journey Through Culture, Nature, and Luxury
Experience the very best of Croatia on this thoughtfully crafted itinerary, designed in partnership with the Croatian Tourist Board and recognized in 2024 for its exceptional quality. From vibrant cities to tranquil islands, this journey showcases Croatia’s diverse beauty and unforgettable experiences.
Your adventure begins in Zagreb, the lively capital, where you’ll settle into the iconic Esplanade Hotel. Explore the city’s cultural highlights and savor its culinary delights on a guided food tour. Next, immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO gem, before enjoying outdoor thrills like horseback riding or kayaking through pristine landscapes.
Travel to Zadar, a city of sunsets and history, staying at the elegant Bastion Heritage Hotel. Sail to the secluded Kornati Islands, where luxury glamping on the island of Žut offers the perfect retreat, surrounded by crystal-clear Adriatic waters.
Continue to Šibenik for a stay at the modern D-Resort, where a private e-bike tour through Krka National Park reveals cascading waterfalls and lush scenery. From there, venture to Split and discover its vibrant energy with a quad biking adventure through the surrounding countryside before relaxing at the centrally located Cornaro Hotel.
On Brač Island, unwind at the serene Lemongarden Hotel, where private beaches and flawless service create an atmosphere of pure relaxation. Then, on Hvar Island, indulge in modern luxury at the stunning Maslina Resort, a perfect mix of contemporary design and Dalmatian charm.
Your journey ends in Dubrovnik, where the luxurious Excelsior Hotel offers breathtaking views of the ancient city walls. A private boat tour to the Elaphiti Islands is the grand finale, letting you explore hidden bays and secluded beaches in peace and style.
Supported by the Croatian Tourist Board, this award-winning itinerary promises a seamless blend of culture, natural beauty, and luxury—an unforgettable Croatian adventure tailored for discerning travelers.
DAY 1 – 2: ZAGREB
ESPLANADE HOTEL ZAGREB, overnight with B&B service
CULINARY CITY TOUR with private guide
DAY 2 - 4: PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK
DEGENIJA HOTEL PLITVICE, two nights with B&B service
PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK WALKING TOUR with private guide
HORSE-RIDING TREK TOUR with private guide
KAYAKING ON RIVER MREŽNICA group tour
DAY 4 – 7: ZADAR / KORNATI NATIONAL PARK
BASTION HERITAGE HOTEL ZADAR, overnight with B&B service
GLAMPING ŽUT, two nights in a tent, B&B service
PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT TOUR with private guide
DAY 7 – 9: ŠIBENIK
D-RESORT ŠIBENIK, two nights with B&B service
NP KRKA e-BIKE TOUR with private guide
QUAD BIKE TOUR with private guide
DAY 9 - 10: SPLIT
CORNARO HOTEL, overnight with B&B service
SPLIT WALKING TOUR with private guide
DAY 10 – 14: LUXURIOUS ISLAND STAY
LEMONGARDEN HOTEL two nights with B&B service
MASLINA RESORT two nights with B&B service
DAY 14 – 16: DUBROVNIK
EXCELSIOR HOTEL DUBROVNIK, two nights with B&B service
DUBROVNIK WALKING TOUR with private guide
SPEEDBOAT TOUR TO ELAPHITI ISLANDS with private guide
DAY 1 - 2
ZAGREB
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature is magnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018.
ESPLANADE ZAGREB
Overnight in Deluxe Room
ZAGREB FOOD TOUR - CULINARY WALK THROUGH THE CAPITAL OF CROATIA
private tour
DAY 5 - 7
ZADAR & NATIONAL PARK KORNATI
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature is magnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018.
BASTION HOTEL
One night in two Superior Room
ISLAND ŽUT GLAMPING RESORT
private speedboat transfer and Two nights in Deluxe tent, B&B service
PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT NATIONAL PARK KORNATI TOUR
private tour
DAY 3 - 4
PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature is magnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018.
DEGENIJA HOTEL PLITVICE
Two nights in superior room
NATIONAL PARK PLITVICE WALKING TOUR
private tour
HORSE-RIDING TREK TOUR with private guide
private tour
DAY 8 - 9
ŠIBENIK
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature ismagnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018.
D-RESORT ŠIBENIK
Overnighs in Superior Marina View Rooms
e-BIKING NATIONAL PARK KRKA
private tour
QUAD BIKE TOUR IN THE HINTERLAND OF SPLIT
private tour
DAY 10
SPLIT
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature ismagnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018.
CORNARO HOTEL
Overnight in a Superior Room
SPLIT WALKING TOUR
private tour
DAY 11 - 13
ISLAND BRAČ & ISLAND HVAR
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature ismagnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018.
LEMONGARDEN HOTEL
Overnight in a Superior Room
MASLINA RESORT
Overnight in a Superior Room
DAY 14 - 16
DUBROVNIK
Where cities like Zadar and Dubrovnik attract a lot of visitors, Šibenik stays a bit behind for some incomprehensible reason. It is the underdog of the Adriatic coast even though it is the one of the very few cities to have two buildings under UNESCO protection: the famous St James Cathedral and St. Nicholas Fort.
The surrounding nature ismagnificent: the beautiful Kornati islands National Park are easily accessible while the world-famous waterfalls of Krka are only a fifteen-minute drive away.
The city also has a great culinary trump: restaurant Pelegrini is one of the best in all of Croatia and was awarded a Michelin star in March 2018. relaxing stay at EXCELSIOR HOTEL DUBROVNIKDUBROVNIK WALKING TOUR with private guidePRIVATE SPEEDBOAT TOUR TO ELAPHITI ISLANDS
EXCELSIOR HOTEL DUBROVNIK
Overnights in a Superior Room
DUBROVNIK WALKING TOUR
private tour
PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT TOUR TO ELAPHITI ISLANDS
private tour
14 days | 13 nights
CROATIA
Starting price for a party of four: 15.460,- € in low season.
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