How many nights do I need?

We suggest 7–10 nights. Our Croatia packages can be extended or shortened to suit you.

Can I combine Croatia with another destination?

Yes. Many travellers pair it with a neighbouring destination — use the trip builder or mention it in your inquiry.

Aerial view of Dubrovnik Old Town's walls, orange rooftops and old harbour on the Adriatic Sea

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Croatia

Q: Do I need a visa?

Requirements depend on your nationality. Please check official government guidance; we can point you to the right resources.

Walled cities and a thousand Adriatic islands

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Why go to Croatia

Crystal coves, Venetian-era old towns and island ferries make Croatia one of Europe’s most rewarding coastlines.

Most travellers begin in Dubrovnik. Our specialists typically suggest 7–10 nights to see the highlights without rushing — longer if you’d like to combine regions or add beach time.

Best time: May–Jun, Sep
Suggested length: 7–10 nights
Packages from: $1,908 pp
Main gateway: Dubrovnik
Time zone: UTC+1
Currency: Euro (EUR)

Croatia at a glance

Republic of Croatia

Capital: Zagreb
Region: Southeast Europe, Europe
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: Croatian
Dialling code: +385
ISO codes: HR · HRV · 191
Local time: —Europe/Zagreb

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Best time to visit

Recommended: May–Jun, SepPossible, with trade-offs

Key attractions & experiences

Dubrovnik Old Town

A compact, car-free old city of pale limestone streets, churches and palaces, ringed by medieval walls and listed by UNESCO in 1979. Once the capital of the Republic of Ragusa, it is the heart of any visit to southern Dalmatia.

Plitvice Lakes

Sixteen named lakes stepping down a forested karst valley, joined by travertine barriers and waterfalls and explored on wooden boardwalks, electric boats and panoramic trains.

Hvar town harbour full of yachts and the Pakleni Islands at sunset, seen from the fortress walls

Hvar Island

A 68 km-long island off Split known for its Venetian-era harbour town, lavender and vineyards, the UNESCO-listed Stari Grad Plain and the wooded Pakleni Islands just offshore.

Granite columns and arches of the Peristyle in Diocletian's Palace with the cathedral bell tower above, Split

Diocletian’s Palace, Split

Built for Emperor Diocletian from around 295 AD, the palace still forms the core of Split, with homes, shops and a cathedral set inside its Roman walls.

Destination guide

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Landmarks, sacred sites, islands, parks and food streets — each with its story, the best time to go and what’s nearby.

20 places in Croatia

Heritage

Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Dubrovnik Old Town

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National park

Plitvička Jezera, Lika-Senj County

Plitvice Lakes

Sixteen named lakes stepping down a forested karst valley, joined by travertine barriers and waterfalls and explored on wooden boardwalks, electric boats and panoramic trains.

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Island

Hvar, Split-Dalmatia County

Hvar Island

A 68 km-long island off Split known for its Venetian-era harbour town, lavender and vineyards, the UNESCO-listed Stari Grad Plain and the wooded Pakleni Islands just offshore.

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Heritage

Split, Split-Dalmatia County

Diocletian’s Palace, Split

Built for Emperor Diocletian from around 295 AD, the palace still forms the core of Split, with homes, shops and a cathedral set inside its Roman walls.

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Dubrovnik's stone city walls running along a sheer limestone cliff above the waves of the Adriatic

Heritage

Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Dubrovnik City Walls

An unbroken circuit of stone walls, about 1,940 m long and up to 25 m high, built mainly between the 13th and 17th centuries. Walking the ramparts gives sweeping views over the Old Town's roofs and the open Adriatic.

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A Dubrovnik cable car cabin on its cable high above the walled Old Town and the old harbour

Viewpoint

Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Mount Srđ & Cable Car

The limestone hill rising 412 m behind Dubrovnik, topped by a stone cross and the Napoleonic-era Fort Imperial. A cable car or a steep footpath leads to panoramic views of the walled city, Lokrum and the Adriatic.

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Korčula Town on its peninsula, with red roofs, the cathedral bell tower and Pelješac's mountains across the channel

Heritage

Korčula, Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Korčula Town

A compact walled town on the island of Korčula, built on a peninsula facing Pelješac. Narrow stepped lanes branch off a central spine in a herringbone pattern, climbing to St Mark's Cathedral.

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Veliko jezero lake framed by forested hills, looking towards the wooded Isle of St Mary and its building

National park

Mljet, Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Mljet National Park

Proclaimed in 1960, Croatia's island national park covers western Mljet: dense pine woods around two saltwater lakes, Veliko and Malo jezero, with a medieval monastery on an islet in the larger lake.

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Mali Ston harbour with a round stone tower, waterfront houses and moored boats beneath green hills

Heritage

Ston, Dubrovnik-Neretva County

Ston & the Pelješac Walls

A 5.5 km system of medieval walls and towers built by the Republic of Ragusa across the neck of the Pelješac peninsula, linking Ston with Mali Ston and protecting valuable salt pans that are still worked today.

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Croatia · 9 nights4★ Boutique

Dalmatian Coast & Islands

Dubrovnik walls
Hvar & Korčula
Split old town

Includes accommodation · private transfers · daily breakfast · guided sightseeing

Indicative from

$2,258 pp

FamilyNature

Croatia · 8 nights4★ Hotel

Croatia Family Adventure

Plitvice Lakes
Sea kayaking
Krka waterfalls

Includes accommodation · private transfers · daily breakfast · guided sightseeing

Indicative from

$1,908 pp

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Sample itinerary

Dalmatian Coast & Islands

10 days · 4★ boutique · indicative from $2,258 pp. Every day can be adjusted.

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Day 1
Arrive in Dubrovnik
You’re met on arrival and taken by private transfer to your boutique. The rest of the day is free to settle in — your travel specialist will have left a welcome pack with local tips.
Day 2
Dubrovnik Old Town
Walk the city walls above terracotta rooftops at golden hour. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 3
Plitvice Lakes
Boardwalks wind between sixteen terraced, turquoise lakes. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 4
Hvar Island
Lavender fields, hilltop fortress and lively harbour. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 5
Day at leisure
A free day to explore at your own pace. Suggested: sea kayaking, island hopping, wine tasting on Pelješac. Optional excursions can be pre-booked as add-ons.
Day 6
Dubrovnik Old Town
Walk the city walls above terracotta rooftops at golden hour. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.

Food, culture & things to do

Food

Black risotto, Pag cheese, Dalmatian peka

Culture

Klapa singing and summer festivals

Shopping

Lavender, olive oil and handmade lace

Activities

Sea kayaking, island hopping, wine tasting on Pelješac

Practical information

Language: Croatian
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Time zone: UTC+1
Gateway: Dubrovnik
Best for: Islands, History, Food & drink, Hiking

Entry requirements depend on your nationality. Please check official government guidance before you travel — your specialist can point you to the right resources.