Itinerary
- Day 1
Zagreb
You'll arrive in Zagreb whenever works best for your schedule. Your tour leader meets you at the hotel at 9pm to go over the trip details. If you get there early, the cobbled streets of Gornji Grad are right there to walk around, or you could take the cable car funicular if you're curious about it. The rest of the evening is yours to get settled and rest up.
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/POIs Gornji Grad (Upper Town) Franjo Tudman Airport Zagreb - Day 2
Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes
This morning starts with a guided tour through Zagreb, checking out the museums and the Gothic cathedral along with Saint Mark's Church from the 13th century. After lunch, you'll drive to Plitvice Lakes to see the UNESCO-listed landscape with its turquoise water, forested hills, travertine terraces, and waterfalls. It's quite a contrast from the city and worth the drive.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of Zagreb
- Visit Zagreb Cathedral
- Visit Saint Mark's Church
- Visit Plitvice Lakes
Landmarks/POIs Zagreb Cathedral Saint Mark's Church Plitvice Lakes National Park - Day 3
Plitvice Lakes
You'll spend the full day on walking trails through Plitvice Lakes. The morning takes you through the lower areas, then in the afternoon you'll move to higher sections where you get better views down over the lakes and waterfalls. The pine-covered hills surround you, and you'll see reeds, willows, and orchids growing under the oak and beech trees. Bring good walking shoes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Plitvice Lakes
Landmarks/POIs Plitvice Lakes National Park - Day 4
Velebit Mountains to Paklenica National Park
After breakfast, you transfer to Zavizan to start the first stage of the Premuziceva Trail heading toward Alan. This part of northern Velebit has some really hidden sections that don't get crowded. Later in the day you'll head to Paklenica National Park on the south side of the Velebit Mountains. The landscape here shifts to dramatic karst terrain with deep gorges and jagged rock formations.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike stage one of Premuziceva Trail (Zavizan to Alan)
- Visit Paklenica National Park
Landmarks/POIs Premuziceva Trail Paklenica National Park Velebit Mountains - Day 5
Paklenica Canyon to Zadar
You'll hike through coastal villages with the Velebit mountain rising behind you, walking into Velika Paklenica canyon with its steep cliff walls and an old mill still visible. The 16th-century Vecka Kula tower is on the route, and there's a chance to swim at one of the beach bars if you want. After that, you head to coastal Zadar where you can wander the old town, see Roman ruins, check out the Sea Organ, and visit the Sun Salutation solar installation by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
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/POIs Velika Paklenica Canyon Vecka Kula Zadar Old Town Sea Organ Sun Salutation - Day 6
Paklenica National Park
Today is all about Paklenica with multiple route options depending on what suits you. You'll drive up a winding road with coastal views, stop at the Mirila stone monuments that are centuries old, and possibly explore the abandoned village of Ramici on the Njive Plateau. Lunch happens at a traditional mountain hut before you hike back through the gorge. You can choose between a longer challenging route or something shorter if you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (At traditional mountain hut)
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/POIs Mirila Ramici Njive Plateau Paklenica National Park - Day 7
Paklenica to Split via Trogir
You transfer toward Split with a stop in Trogir where you have free time to walk around the medieval streets, check out the cobblestone squares, and see the Romanesque cathedral. Lunch is optional there. After Trogir, you continue to Split and have the afternoon free. You can wander on your own or do an optional guided walk, which can include Diocletian's Palace if you're interested in that.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Free time in Trogir
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Trogir
- Guided walking tour of Split
- Visit Diocletian's Palace in Split
Landmarks/POIs Trogir Trogir Romanesque Cathedral Kamerlengo Fortress Church of St John Diocletian's Palace Split - Day 8
Split Departure
Your trip wraps up this morning after breakfast at your hotel in Split. You can leave whenever suits your flight or travel plans. If your flight is later in the day, luggage storage is available so you're not stuck with your bags.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Split Airport
