Itinerary
- Day 1
Zagreb
You'll arrive at Zagreb Airport and pick up your rental car, then drive into the city center. Spend the day walking through the old town and checking out the cultural sites like museums and historical buildings scattered throughout. There's good shopping if you want to grab something, and you'll have time to explore the central squares before heading to your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Academia )
Included Activities
- Explore Zagreb old town
- Visit cultural and historical monuments
- Explore museums
- Shopping opportunities
Landmarks Zagreb Old Town 
- Days 2 - 3
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Drive south to Plitvice Lakes National Park, which is the oldest in southeastern Europe. Once there, you'll walk the wooden boardwalks and bridges that wind through the park, seeing the turquoise lakes and waterfalls as you go. The network of paths covers about a kilometer, and you can take your time moving between different sections to see all the cascading water features.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Plitvice Palace - Variante Standard), Hotel (16 Lakes)
Included Activities
- Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Walk wooden paths and bridges
- View waterfalls
Landmarks Plitvice Lakes National Park 
- Days 4 - 8
Northern Dalmatia (Zadar Region)
Settle into northern Dalmatia for four nights with a mix of relaxation and activities. The area centers around Turanj, a small harbor town where you can bike along the coast or spend time on the hotel beach. From there you can head to Kornati National Park to see its many islands, visit Vransko Jezero Nature Park with Croatia's largest freshwater lake, or make the drive to Zadar's old town to explore the historic streets and waterfront.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Mediterranean Village San Antonio - Variante Standard), Hotel (Torretta Palace )
Included Activities
- Explore Turanj harbor town
- Visit Kornati National Park
- Visit Vransko Jezero Nature Park
- Explore Zadar old town
- Beach access at hotel
Optional Activities
- Bike rental and cycling along the coast
- Boat tours to Kornati National Park
- Vransko Jezero Nature Park excursions
Landmarks Turanj Kornati National Park Vransko Jezero Nature Park Zadar Old Town - Days 9 - 11
Central Dalmatia (Split Region)
Travel through Central Dalmatia hitting several key spots. Split has the UNESCO-listed old town, and nearby you'll find Trogir with its medieval architecture and cathedral. The islands of Brac and Hvar are worth a visit if you can get a boat over. On the mainland, check out the old village of Omis, consider hiking in the Biokovo Mountains if you're up for it, and spend time on the pebble beaches around Makarska.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Villa Dvor - Variante Standard), Hotel (Amphora )
Included Activities
- Visit Split UNESCO Old Town
- Explore Trogir medieval town
- Visit Trogir Cathedral
- Visit islands of Brač and Hvar
- Explore Omiš
- Explore Biokovo Mountains
- Beach time at Makarska Riviera
Optional Activities
- Hiking in Biokovo Mountains
- Island excursions to Brač and Hvar
- Boat tours around offshore islands
Landmarks Split UNESCO Old Town Trogir Trogir Cathedral Island of Brač Island of Hvar Omiš Biokovo Mountains Makarska Riviera 
- Days 12 - 14
Dubrovnik
Arrive in Dubrovnik and walk the historic city walls for views of the old town and surrounding coast. Explore the churches, monasteries, and palaces within the walls, then find a cozy konoba or restaurant for traditional Croatian food and drinks. If you want a beach day, there are good options nearby where you can relax and swim before your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cavtat - Variante Standard), Hotel (Kompas )
Included Activities
- Walk city walls
- Explore churches and monasteries
- Explore palaces and historical monuments
- Beach time
Optional Activities
- Dine at local restaurants and konobas
- Traditional Croatian meals
Landmarks Dubrovnik Old Town Dubrovnik City Walls 
- Day 15
Departure from Dubrovnik
Return your rental car at Dubrovnik Airport and head to the terminal for your return flight home.
