Croatia Small Group Tours
Croatia is calling! Go to Zagreb's historic Gornji Grad and Kaptol, where red roofs flow down the hill, and UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. The Sea Organ in Zadar will give you chills, and head to Split and see the old Diocletian's Palace, where an emperor's retirement home turned into a city. Don't forget to walk along the walls of the city in Dubrovnik!
10 best Croatia small group tours
Compiled by
MelissaCroatia travel expert at TourRadar
- Croatia Unveiled: An 8-Day Small Group Journey
- Small Group: Balkan Extended - Belgrade to Dubrovnik
- Amazing Croatia, Small Group Tour
- Pearls of the Adriatic: A Small Group Escape
- Explore Croatia
- Croatia Cruise Southern Dalmatia - from Split
- Croatia Island Hopping, 11 Days
- Croatia Island Hopping, 8 Days
- Pride Sailing in Croatia (from Dubrovnik to Split)
- Tailor-Made 9 Days Classic Croatia Tour, Daily Depart & Private Guide
Just 15 travelers mean personalized attention from your English-speaking guide at Croatia's UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park and Diocletian's Palace in Split. The small group lets you set your own pace along Dubrovnik's medieval walls and through Zadar's Roman ruins.
Duration 8 days Destinations Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Trogir, Split, Dubrovnik Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Omega Tours From
- US$2,458
Small Group: Balkan Extended - Belgrade to Dubrovnik
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“He also proved to be a very congenial informative and personal guide. Though the main provider of information, he also listened a lot and was willing to learn from his guests.”
Oscarpenaranda, traveled in October
Groups of 12-15 people savor private wine tastings at Peljesac family vineyards and personal tours of Split's Diocletian's Palace. Boutique hotels and local restaurants provide authentic Croatian experiences.
Duration 13 days Destinations Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 24 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Balkan and more From $5,596
30% Off- US$3,917You save $1,679
With max 14 people, there's a more personal feel when visiting Zagreb's St. Mark's Church, watching waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park, and walking through Split's UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace. Your English-speaking guide gives more attention at each stop.
Duration 8 days Destinations Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Trogir, Split, Medjugorje, Mostar, Dubrovnik Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Gulliver Travel From $3,033
15% Off- US$2,578You save $455
Groups max out at 15 travelers with an English-speaking leader guiding you through Croatia. There's personalized time at an Istrian agritourism farm, private walking tours along Dubrovnik's walls, and comfortable minivan transport that lets you set a flexible pace.
Duration 10 days Destinations Italy, Slovenia, Croatia Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Omega Tours From
15% Off- US$3,289
Explore Croatia
24 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Plitvice Lakes and Lake Bled were highlights of the trip. Konoba Mate on Pupnat provided the best dinner.”
David, traveled in April
Small groups of 6-12 explorers stay in local apartments across Korcula and Hvar. Private dinner at Zrnovo village and guided tours of Split's Diocletian's Palace provide authentic experiences.
Duration 7 days Destinations Dubrovnik, Hvar Island, Vis, Split Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,295
25% Off- US$2,471You save $824
Croatia Cruise Southern Dalmatia - from Split
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary and the places visited are simply amazing! I liked the chance to go out from the boat in the evening, exploring the small Croatian towns to find gorgeous restaurants.”
Matthew, traveled in May
Groups of up to 20 travelers cruise Croatia's waters on this premium vessel. The intimate ship size reaches hidden bays around Mljet and Hvar, while offering authentic wine tasting in Trstenik and local encounters in Korčula.
Duration 8 days Destinations Split, Makarska, Peljesac, Mljet, Polače, Pomena, Dubrovnik, Sipan Island, Trstenik, KorčulaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 35 Group Type Group Operator Nature Trips From
25% Off- US$1,839
Croatia Island Hopping, 11 Days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Tourradar did a great job with all the structure and organizing to fit our needs and desires. They are very supportive and helpful.”
Kevin, traveled in September
Ages 10+ stay in boutique properties like Hotel Tragos in Trogir and Hotel Paros in Hvar. Wine tastings at Ćakula and visits to Pučišća's stone masonry school feature personal attention.
Duration 11 days Destinations Split, Brac, Bol, Pucisca, Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik, Trogir Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Gulliver Travel From $2,219
15% Off- US$1,886You save $333
Small groups averaging 55 years old, with just 2-4 travelers per departure, allow flexible visits to Brač's stone masonry school and Hvar's historic sites. Personal attention guaranteed during included transfers and optional wine tastings.
Duration 8 days Destinations Split, Supetar, Bol, Pucisca, Brac, Hvar, Trogir Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Gulliver Travel From $1,680
15% Off- US$1,428You save $252
Oceanis 48 yacht welcomes intimate groups aged 18+ with personalized attention from gay-friendly crew. The small setting provides access to secluded bays and private moorings at Mljet National Park and Vis's hidden coves, plus curated dining spots.
Duration 8 days Destinations Split, Dubrovnik, Mljet, Polače, Korčula, Vis, Hvar, Maslinica Age Range Ages 18-55 Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Med Sailing Holidays From
15% Off- US$2,045
Tailor-Made 9 Days Classic Croatia Tour, Daily Depart & Private Guide
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour arranged excellent hotels, had very good and interesting suggestions for restaurants, and a fine itinerary.”
Alvin, traveled in October
Duration 9 days Destinations Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Sibenik, Trogir, Split, Biševo, Hvar, Ston, PeljesacSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Agate Travel From
15% Off- US$7,399
Reviews of Small Group tours to Croatia
- Small Group: Balkan Extended - Belgrade to Dubrovnik
My Balkans tour with Serbia Tour Operator was one of a kind and flawless across all dimensions. Starting from the tour design, the program covers a lot in a short period of time, but still with a relaxed and enjoyable pace. Then, coming to the booking and logistics process, this was the best experience I had ever with a tour agency in my worldwide travels; they have high flexibility in their booking terms, changing dates and cancellation especially in COVID-19 times. They respond with fastest speed and amazing friendliness and have provided everything I needed with the highest levels of professionalism. Also, all the hotels were simply on point. And finally to the tour itself, my tourguide Marko has been beyond amazing! He is very knowledgeable, experienced and professional, and at the same time he smartly adapts the program to the needs and profile of the traveller. As a solo female traveller, I felt very safe and comfortable throughout the trip. Thank you Serbia Tour Operator for making my Balkans trip happy and memorable! And very looking forward to come back!
- Amazing Croatia, Small Group Tour
Our tour leader Snjezana and driver Stanko were great travel companions. They were knowledgeable of the places we visited and did not hesitate to share. We were well taken care of and had a great time. The places of attraction chosen were excellent and beautiful. We would have given it a 5 stars if the hotels chosen were better. 3 out of 5 did not even provide basics like tissue paper, drinking water and tea/cofffee maker.
- Explore Croatia
The cities covered were great and so was the tour length. The size of the group (6 plus the guide) was a really good size. We used local guides a couple of times - the woman (Susie) in Split was fabulous. Peter was a really good tour guide and I wouldn't hesitate to travel with him again on a more intrepid tour. However for Croatia it would have been nice to have a Croatian tour guide who knew more about the country and experienced its history, and could give more detailed advice on what to do and where to go. I don't think Peter had guided the Croatian tour before so I would have expected Intrepid to have built up a log of experience to hand over to him, but that wasn't obvious. The Dubrovnick accommodation was a bit old-fashioned and the restaurant was more like a school cafeteria with poor food. If the intention was to give us more experience of Dubrovnick in the communist era then you succeeded. But the rest of the accommodation far exceeded my expectations. The only other disappointment was the written 'pamphlet' Peter gave us about the tour on the first day. Has Intrepid management actually read it? In theory it is a great idea to provide more information, but when I finally started reading it I found it was full of spelling errors and poor grammar. And it was inaccurate. For example it mentioned all the lavender fields we could explore in Havar. But I took a local safari tour on Havar and was told the lavender fields had all been destroyed by a fire in 2007. So why didn't Intrepid update its information? Finally... you might want to think about the meet-up facebook site more. Peter our guide didn't seem aware of it. I thought it was weird that I had to create the tour myself on facebook. Maybe in future all guides should at least set up a FB page before the tour and say hello - it might be a bit friendlier. All in all though, a great tour. Thanks Peter & intrepid for putting it together.
What our customers ask about Croatia Small Group Tours
What are the typical group sizes for small group tours in Croatia?
Small group tours in Croatia keep numbers between 4-16 travelers which allows for a more relaxed pace. The smaller size means access to places like Hotel Borik in Lumbarda on Korčula Island where travelers can join local wine tastings without overwhelming the venue. Regular feedback from travelers points to the benefits of traveling with fewer people. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The small group size made the experience much more personal and allowed us to stay at boutique properties like Hotel Vis in Dubrovnik that couldn't accommodate larger groups."
How does accommodation differ on small group tours versus larger tours in Croatia?
The accommodations on small group tours focus on locally-owned properties and boutique hotels rather than large chain establishments. These include places like Hotel Velaris in Supetar on Brač Island and Hotel Borik in Lumbarda where guests get direct interaction with local hosts. The difference becomes clear through guest experiences as one TourRadar traveler noted: "Staying at the family-run Hotel Port 9 in Korčula gave us such an authentic experience - the owners treated us like family and shared local insights we wouldn't get at a large resort."
How do meal experiences differ on small group tours in Croatia?
Smaller groups can eat at local family restaurants and konobas where space is limited but the food experience is genuine. The size allows for dinner at agritourism estates in Pelješac Peninsula or private tastings at small Hvar vineyards. The personal touch makes a difference as shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Our group of 12 had an incredible dinner at a family home in Pupnat village on Korčula - something impossible with a big tour group. The hosts shared stories and local traditions while serving traditional peka."
How does transportation differ between small and large group tours in Croatia?
Small group transportation uses compact vehicles that can handle narrow village roads and reach places large buses can't access. These vehicles navigate the curves to spots like Vidova Gora on Brač Island and reach smaller harbors such as Vela Luka on Korčula. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Using a smaller vehicle meant we could take scenic coastal routes and stop at viewpoints that big tour buses had to skip."
What's the best way to get between islands on small group tours in Croatia?
Island hopping works well with small groups using a mix of private boats ferries and catamarans to reach Hvar Korčula and Brač. The smaller numbers mean groups can take scenic routes and use smaller ports. Private speedboats allow for swimming breaks in quiet bays when traveling between islands like Hvar and Korčula. A TourRadar traveler confirmed "All the meeting points accommodations and transfers were perfect."