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Korcula Island
Rector’s Palace Night View (Photo Courtesy: Diego Delso)
Peristyle of the Diocletian's Palace (Photo Courtesy: JoJan)
Zagreb Cathedral (Photo Courtesy: Jajaniseva)
St Mark's Church (Photo Courtesy: Alexander Klink)
Diocletian's Palace's underground complex (Photo Courtesy: Ballota)
Cathedral of Split (Photo Courtesy: Beyond silence)

Croatia is set on the Mediterranean coast offering Adriatic Coast, stunning islands, historic little towns and some of the best national parks / countryside experiences in Europe. Croatia for many years has been Europe’s favourite getaway destination and became popular on the global tourist map only in the past few years. For Indian travellers, it is an upcoming summer destination opted for by well-heeled travellers looking for a new sector experience.

Route

Zagreb(2) - Split(2) - Dubrovnik(2)

Summarised Itinerary
  • Day-1 Arrival Zagreb – Day free to rest or explore the city on your own
  • Day-2 Zagreb - Zagreb sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs)
  • Day-3 Zagreb – Split (5 hours) – en route Plitvice Lakes
  • Day-4 Split - Split sightseeing tour with local guide
  • Day-5 Split – Dubrovnik (5 hours) – sightseeing tour
  • Day-6 Dubrovnik – Day free to explore the city on your own or opt for Excursion to Korčula island (duration approx. 10 hrs)
  • Day-7 Departure
Sightseeing Summary

Dubrovnik - Walls of Dubrovnik (0.50 kms), Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik (3.50 kms), Korcula Island Tour (145.00 kms)

Split - Cathedral of St.Domnius in Split (2.00 kms), Diocletian Palace in Split (2.00 kms)

Zagreb - The Zagreb Cathedral (1.00 kms), St. Marks Church in Zagreb (3.00 kms), Plitvice Lakes National Park (130.00 kms)

Preferred Arrival /Departure Destination
Arrival - Zagreb Departure - Dubrovnik
Best Season to Travel
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Distances
  • Zagreb to Split -410 kms (4 hrs)
  • Split to Dubrovnik -230 kms (3 hrs)
Route

Zagreb(2) - Split(2) - Dubrovnik(2)

Detailed Itinerary

Day-1 Arrival Zagreb – Day free to rest or explore the city on your own  Arrival to Zagreb airport. Private transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Zagreb area.

Day-2 Zagreb - Zagreb sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs) Breakfast at the hotel. Zagreb sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs). Zagreb grew up on two neighboring hills: Kaptol - the centre of spiritual and religious life of north-western Croatia and Gradec - the commercial centre of skilful tradesmen and craftsmen. Take an easy walk with your guide, visiting the Upper Town with its Gothic Cathedral, the beautiful and ornate St. Catherine’s church or the massive St. Mark’s church with its famous colour tiled roof. Continue to the medieval Stone Gate and “Dolac”, the open-air market which are a must for all visitors. Overnight at the hotel in Zagreb area.

Day-3 Zagreb – Split (5 hours) – en route Plitvice Lakes Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Split via Plitvice Lakes (duration approx. 5 hrs). En route visit Plitvice Lakes with local guide (duration approx. 3 hrs). Plitvice National Park is one of the most beautiful and best preserved national parks in the country. It is a valley situated between high forested mountains in which, a string of sixteen beautiful lakes lie one below the other. Fed by small streams and brooks, they spill into each other in 92 foaming cascades and thundering waterfalls. Overnight at the hotel in Split area.

Day-4 Split - Split sightseeing tour with local guide Breakfast at the hotel. Split sightseeing tour with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs). The Split private tour will take you along the Old City to visit main sights: the old town of Split is built on and around the spectacular Roman Palace erected by the Roman Emperor Diocletian (born in Salona – today’s Solin) in the 4th century. The walking tour starts with a visit to the cellars of the Palace that are still very well preserved. The cellars offer a good view at how the life in the Palace was organized. The Cathedral St. Duje is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum, with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the bell tower to Saint Duje. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Duje. Overnight at the hotel in Split area

Day-5 Split – Dubrovnik (5 hours) – sightseeing tour Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Dubrovnik. (duration approx. 3-5 hrs). Dubrovnik sightseeing with local guide (duration approx. 2 hrs). The old city of Dubrovnik has remained unchanged since the thirteenth century. Its medieval ramparts encircle the city which pedestrians can enter through one of two gates. The city is alive with open air markets, artisans’ shops and studios of artists, Baroque churches and Gothic-Renaissance palaces, unexpected courtyards, and covered loggias. In the summer, music fills the air as the internationally renowned Summer Festival reveals the magic of theatre, music and dance. Overnight at the hotel in Dubrovnik area.

Day-6 Dubrovnik – Day free to explore the city on your own or opt for Excursion to Korčula island (duration approx. 10 hrs) Breakfast at the hotel. OPTIONAL: Excursion to Korčula island (duration approx. 10 hrs). Marco Polo is the property and inheritance of the whole world! Korcula town is considered the birthplace of Marco Polo. Experience the narrow streets, churches and palaces in one of the best preserved Medieval towns in the Mediterranean. Our walking tour of the town will reveal some of the finest sites such as St Marc’s Cathedral. After sightseeing – free time for lunch or even swimming. Overnight at the hotel in Dubrovnik area.

Day-7 Departure Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Dubrovnik airport. End of our services.

Detailed Sightseeing

Dubrovnik :

  • Walls of Dubrovnik - The highlight of Dubrovnik is its 10th century walls that are built to protect the city. A visit to Dubrovnik is incomplete without exploring its stunning city walls. The top of the walls offers a spectacular view of the Adriatic Sea. The Minceta Tower and Bokar Tower, and the two forts are a part of the city walls.

  • Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik - Rector's Palace is a 15th century Gothic-Renaissance palace built for the elected rector of Dubrovnik. The palace complex includes the rector's office, his private chambers, public halls, administrative offices and dungeon. Currently the palace is converted into a Cultural History Museum. During summer the palace's central courtyard is a venue for various classical music performances.

  • Korcula Island Tour - Crystal clear water, small villages, Marco Polo's birth town, olive groves and vineyards, fresh food and one of Croatia's best white wines - this large Adriatic island offers culture and history, as well as sports, fun activities and beautiful sunny beaches. With 47km in length, the famous island always surprises visitors with its diversity.

Split :

  • Cathedral of St.Domnius in Split - The Cathedral of St. Duje (Katedrala Svetog Duje) was a beautiful mausoleum before it was converted into a church in the 17th century. The church has a wonderful facade with a large dome that reflects Romanesque architecture. Dedicated to the patron saint, Saint Duje or Saint Domnius, this place of worship is visited by many devotees from all across Croatia. The cathedral is worth looking at not only for its beauty, but also for the peace and tranquility it imparts.

  • Diocletian Palace in Split - Diocletian's Palace is an ancient palace built by the Roman Emperor Diocletian at the turn of the fourth century AD, that today forms about half the old town and city center of Split, in Croatia. While it is referred to as a "palace" because of its intended use as the retirement residence of Diocletian, the term can be misleading as the structure is massive and more resembles a large fortress: about half of it was for Diocletian's personal use, and the rest housed the military garrison.

Zagreb :

  • The Zagreb Cathedral - The Zagreb Cathedral is the tallest building in Croatia and a stunning example of Gothic architecture. The cathedral is dedicated to the Assumption of Virgin Mary. Although a religious building has stood on the site since the 9th century, the present cathedral was built only during the latter part of the 13th century. After a massive earthquake in 1880, the cathedral was renovated by architect Hermann Bollé, who added the impressive 105 metre high bell towers.

  • St. Marks Church in Zagreb - This 13th-century church is one of Zagreb's most emblematic buildings. Its colourful tiled roof, constructed in 1880, has the medieval coat of arms of Croatia, Dalmatia and Slavonia on the left side, and the emblem of Zagreb on the right. The Gothic portal, composed of 15 figures in shallow niches, was sculpted in the 14th century. The interior contains sculptures by Ivan Meštrovic. You can enter the anteroom only during opening hours; the church is open only at Mass times.

  • Plitvice Lakes National Park - Plitvice Lakes National Park is Europe's most stunning natural wonders. The national park was first natural site to be listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spread over 296.85, the park is most renowned for its pristine lakes, waterfalls and caves. Currently sixteen lakes can be seen from the surface and they separated into the upper lakes and lower lakes. The national park is home to many endemic species of flora and fauna. The best time to visit the park is during spring and autumn when the waterfalls are flush with water. Although winter offers its own beauty, the snow limits access to the park.

Destination Overview

Zagreb - With a plethora of interesting museums, myriad cafés and pubs, verdant parks, a beautiful historic old town, and a bustling nightlife, Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, is perfect city-break. Although it became the capital of Croatia only in 1991, the city has through historic times remained the cultural and political hub of the country.

Split - Split is Slovenia’s second largest city, transport hub and popular tourist destination on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea centred on the Roman Palace of the Emperor Diocletian.

Dubrovnik - Located on the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik is one Croatia’s most beautiful cities and its most popular tourist destination. The city is considered as one of the best preserved medieval walled cities and is listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The azure Adriatic Sea, marbled streets and baroque buildings make Dubrovnik an inspiring city, one that never fails to impress. Dubrovnik can be visited all around the year, although spring and summer are best time, when the city is bustling with life.

Access
Prefered Arrival : No ImageZagreb
Prefered Departure : No ImageDubrovnik
Distances
  • Zagreb to Split -410 kms (4 hrs)
  • Split to Dubrovnik -230 kms (3 hrs)

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Distances
  • Zagreb to Split -410 kms (4 hrs)
  • Split to Dubrovnik -230 kms (3 hrs)

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