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Walks and Coastal Towns of Croatia (New)

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From Zagreb to Split
4.6 (30 reviews)

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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Zagreb

    Zagreb
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Central)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along cobbled streets of Gornji Grad (Upper Town)
    • Take the funicular (cable car) up from Illica main street
    • Try traditional Zagreb meat and vegetable stew (Cuspajz)
    Landmarks
    Gornji Grad (Upper Town)
    Franjo Tudman Airport Zagreb
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  3. Day 2

    Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes

    Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Plitvice Resort)

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Zagreb
    • Visit Zagreb Cathedral
    • Visit Saint Mark's Church
    • Visit Plitvice Lakes
    Landmarks
    Zagreb Cathedral
    Saint Mark's Church
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
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  4. Day 3

    Plitvice Lakes

    Plitvice Lakes
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Plitvice Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Plitvice Lakes
    Landmarks
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
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  5. Day 4

    Velebit Mountains to Paklenica National Park

    Velebit Mountains to Paklenica National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Vicko)

    Included Activities

    • Hike stage one of Premuziceva Trail (Zavizan to Alan)
    • Visit Paklenica National Park
    Landmarks
    Premuziceva Trail
    Paklenica National Park
    Velebit Mountains
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  6. Day 5

    Paklenica Canyon to Zadar

    Paklenica Canyon to Zadar
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Vicko)

    Included Activities

    • Hike through Velika Paklenica canyon
    • Visit old mill on Paklenica river
    • Visit Vecka Kula (16th-century tower)
    • Transfer to Zadar
    • Free time in Zadar old town

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming and relaxation at local beach bars
    • Dinner in Zadar
    • Listen to Sea Organ in Zadar
    • Experience Sun Salutation solar light installation in Zadar
    Landmarks
    Velika Paklenica Canyon
    Vecka Kula
    Zadar Old Town
    Sea Organ
    Sun Salutation
  7. Day 6

    Paklenica National Park

    Paklenica National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (At traditional mountain hut)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Vicko)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mirila stone monuments
    • Explore abandoned village of Ramici
    • Guided walk through Paklenica gorge
    • Lunch at traditional mountain hut

    Optional Activities

    • Refreshing swim before dinner (if time allows)
    Landmarks
    Mirila
    Ramici
    Njive Plateau
    Paklenica National Park
  8. Day 7

    Paklenica to Split via Trogir

    Paklenica to Split via Trogir
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Globo)

    Included Activities

    • Free time in Trogir

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Trogir
    • Guided walking tour of Split
    • Visit Diocletian's Palace in Split
    Landmarks
    Trogir
    Trogir Romanesque Cathedral
    Kamerlengo Fortress
    Church of St John
    Diocletian's Palace
    Split
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  9. Day 8

    Split Departure

    Split Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Split Airport
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4.6
Overall rating based on 30 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.1
  • Food
    4.3
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  • Barb4.7•September 2026
    We had a great guide (Karlo). He had great pride in his country and shared his love of country with us. Karlo was...
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    Traveled in September 2026
  • Janna4.3•November 2025
    The highlights were definitely the Plitvice National Park walk and the Paklenica Gorge walk (despite it being a...
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    Traveled in March 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Swee4.5•June 2025
    Waterfalls in Plitvice
    Traveled in June 2025
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  • Ciara4.7•March 2025
    The national parks were absolutely remarkable in both their variety and the guide’s knowledge and love of the areas....
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    Traveled in June 2025
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    Ron5.0•July 2025
    Well designed and planned. A guide typically makes or breaks a tour like this and our guide, Ivo, was the best! The...
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    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you so much for your kind feedback! I'm really pleased to hear that you found the tour well designed and well planned. You're absolutely right—a great guide makes all the difference, and it's wonderful to hear that Ivo made such a strong impression. We’ll be sure to pass your praise on to him. It’s also great to know that the group gelled well and that the accommodations and breakfasts met your expectations. That balance of comfort, good company, and great guiding is exactly what we aim for. Thanks again for sharing your experience!
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  • Patty4.3•September 2023
    I loved the waterfalls in Plivice National Park. The week before we arrived had heavy rains but we had beautiful...
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    Traveled in May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Cathy4.3•June 2023
    Plitvice Lakes Staying for the sunset in Zadar
    Traveled in May 2023
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  • Corinna5.0•June 2023
    The Plitvice National Park was glorious and unforgettable. I loved those clear still lakes falling into each other....
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    Traveled in May 2023
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  • Alexandra4.5•July 2023
    The highlight was Plitvice Lakes with Zagreb a close second.
    Traveled in May 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Simon4.5•August 2023
    Our local guide was superb. His knowledge and love of his country was infectious. He was constantly able to tell us...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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