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
- Amazing Croatia, Small Group Tour
- Pearls of the Adriatic: A Small Group Escape
- Explore Croatia
- Croatia Express, Self-Drive
- Croatia Island Hopping, 8 Days
- Dubrovnik and Split, Private Tour
- Dalmatian Coastline, Self-Drive
- Croatia Island Hopping, 15 Days
- Med Sailing in Croatia (from Split to Dubrovnik)
Groups stay under 15 travelers, creating a personal feel as you go from Zagreb's Gornji Grad to Dubrovnik's medieval walls. The smaller size makes it easier to move through narrow streets of Trogir's UNESCO-listed old town and keeps guided walks at Plitvice Lakes National Park more interactive. With travelers typically 30+, the setup helps people connect while checking out Split's Diocletian's Palace and sharing a farewell dinner in Dubrovnik.
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$2,507
This tour caps at 14 passengers, keeping things intimate while you visit Croatia's UNESCO sites like Dubrovnik's Old Town and Mostar's Old Bridge. The smaller size helps when navigating Trogir's narrow medieval streets and allows for better conversations during visits to Plitvice Lakes National Park's cascading waterfalls and Split's Diocletian's Palace. Travel by air-conditioned minibus with English-speaking guides. The compact group means more chances to ask questions and move at a comfortable pace during walks through Zagreb's St. Mark's Church and Zadar's Sea Organ installations.
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 $2,906
15% Off- US$2,470You save $436
Groups max out at 15 travelers per departure, offering personalized access to Split's Diocletian's Palace, Plitvice's forest trails, and Dubrovnik's Pile Gate. Small group dynamics mean authentic experiences like agritourism tastings in Istria and close-up views of Zadar's Sea Organ, avoiding large crowds at popular sites. You'll stay at Hotel Amphora Split and Valamar Lacroma Hotel Dubrovnik, where English-speaking guides ensure deeper cultural immersion at the Euphrasian Basilica and Rector's Palace throughout the 10-day adventure.
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$3,354
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
15% Off- US$2,630
Croatia Express, Self-Drive
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great way to see the beautiful scenery and sights of Croatia in short time.”
Elizabeth, traveled in June
Independent travelers drive VW Golf or Opel Astra vehicles through Croatia. Wine tastings in Zagreb, private 2-hour city tours, and optional local guides enhance visits to Plitvice Lakes and Dubrovnik's historic walls.
Duration 5 days Destinations Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Sibenik, Trogir, Split, Omis, Dubrovnik Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Gulliver Travel From $691
15% Off- US$587You save $104
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, Brac, Hvar Island, Trogir Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Gulliver Travel From $1,635
15% Off- US$1,390You save $245
Dubrovnik and Split, Private Tour
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Dubrovnik and Split just are stunning to all your senses. Included transfers were great and on time.”
Constantinos, traveled in August
Your private group receives exclusive access to Dubrovnik's ancient walls and Split's Diocletian's Palace. Professional guides customize city tours, with flexible scheduling for optional excursions to Korčula or Mljet.
Duration 7 days Destinations Dubrovnik, Split Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Gulliver Travel From $1,057
15% Off- US$898You save $159
Rated 4.5 by operators, this Croatian adventure welcomes travelers averaging 64 years old. Optional private guides in Trogir and Split share UNESCO sites, while self-drive format allows flexible exploration of Dubrovnik's medieval streets.
Duration 5 days Destinations Split, Trogir, Dubrovnik, Omis Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Gulliver Travel From $695
15% Off- US$591You save $104
Croatia Island Hopping, 15 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Accommodation was also good value and comfortable. Woynot hesitate to recommend this trip to others.”
Ian, traveled in May
Groups under 15 people access secluded spots like Trolokve's natural pools on Brač and quiet coves near Sucuraj. Personal attention guaranteed during wine tastings and flexible ferry transfers between islands.
Duration 15 days Destinations Split, Brac, Hvar Island, Korcula Island, Trogir Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type Group Operator Gulliver Travel From $2,641
15% Off- US$2,245You save $396
Med Sailing in Croatia (from Split to Dubrovnik)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our trip with Med Sailing Holidays was an amazing experience. We had a blast experiencing the beautiful Croatian coastline.”
Auston, traveled in August
Duration 8 days Destinations Split, Brac, Hvar Island, Vis, Korcula Island, Pomena, Mljet Island, Dubrovnik Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Med Sailing Holidays From
15% Off- US$1,623
Reviews of Small Group tours to Croatia
- Dubrovnik and Split, Private Tour
This was an insightful, fun and memorable tour. Dubrovnik and Split just are stunning to all your senses. The tour guides we had for both locations were locals born and bred in each city. They were a wealth of information and surprised with some fun facts. Included transfers were great and on time. Gulliver Travel were very responsive with communications, prior, during an post the tour with any queries I had.
Great tour of Serbia, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, and Bosnia-Herzegovina. More beautiful and interesting than I'd expected and so glad I went. Our tour guide, Marko, was friendly, helpful, a fount of information, and great company. We dealt with Zorica and Vladimir for planning and booking the trip and they were very communicative and helpful. I'd definitely recommend this trip, as well as Marko, Zorica, and Vladimir of Serbia Tour Operator.
Small Group: Balkan Extended - Belgrade to Dubrovnik
- Sailing Croatia - Split to Dubrovnik
Great trip… we had a great group of people & a great Captain …
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."