Walks and Coastal Towns of Croatia

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This walking holiday explores Croatia's national parks; the jagged peaks of Dalmatia, plunging gorges in Paklenica and spectacular lakes and waterfalls in Plitvice. Stay in the capital Zagreb and in coastal Spilt meander the maze of cobbled streets past ancient sites. Plitvice National Park - Walk round the UNESCO World Heritage Site with views of breathtaki...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Explore Croatia's coastal towns and National Parks on this week-long holiday
    • Visit the stunning waterfalls and lakes of Plitvice
    • Experience the splendour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Trogir

What's this trip about?

    This walking holiday explores Croatia's national parks; the jagged peaks of Dalmatia, plunging gorges in Paklenica and spectacular lakes and waterfalls in Plitvice. Stay in the capital Zagreb and in coastal Spilt meander the maze of cobbled streets past ancient sites. Plitvice National Park - Walk round the UNESCO World Heritage Site with views of breathtaking aquamarine lakes Paklenica National Park - Spectacular coastal and mountain walking along the Adriatic coast Trogir - One of the oldest cities in Croatia, discover the city's medieval, Romanesque and Gothic architecture

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityZagreb
End CitySplit

Travel Themes

  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Croatia

Attractions

  • Croatia
  • Diocletian's Palace
  • Split
  • Zagreb

Activities

  • Trekking

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Zagreb, Croatia's capital

Arrive in Zagreb, a city rich in art, culture and gastronomy, but for a capital city it doesn't experience the huge rush of tourists that most other European capitals do. For those arriving on time our Leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 9pm for the ...

Day 2 City tour of Zagreb, drive to Plitvice National Park

Today we start our day with a city tour of Zagreb. Famously called a city of museums as there are more museums per square foot than any other city in the world it also has many other architectural structures to boast of. Zagreb has a unique blend of Austro-Hungarian ...

Day 3 Walk around lakes and waterfalls of the national park

Today we plan to spend our time walking a track of which the second half provides us with far reaching views of the lakes, waterfalls and surrounding pine clad hillsides from a higher vantage point. Over the millennia, the waters of these lakes have dissolved the lime...

Day 4 Hike part of the long distance Premuziceva Trail

After breakfast, we transfer to Zavizan to walk stage one of the Premuziceva Trail to Alan. The top parts of northern and central Velebit from Zavizan to Baske Ostarije are connected by a 57km long hiking trail. It was named after its designer, Ante Premuzi, and const...

Day 5 Morning coastal walk, afternoon in Zadar

After breakfast, we depart the hotel and follow a trail that passes through the villages lining the narrow coastline under the Velebit mountain. Trail will take us through small villages and enable us to enjoy the contrast between the clear waters of the Adriatic sea ...

Day 6 Hike along the Paklenica Gorge

A full day in the park sees us follow a different route, affording us with a variety of entrancing views. Leaving the hotel by jeep, we will follow a zigzag road with stunning views of the coast, stopping for a visit at the centuries old Mirila; stone monuments signif...

Day 7 Explore Trogir and the Dalmatian city of Split

Today we transfer to Split. En route we stop at Trogir with free time for sightseeing and optional lunch. Trogir has a rich history that dates back to the 3rd century BC, with a delightful collection of cobble stoned squares and medieval architecture, and a Romanesque...

Day 8 Trip ends in Split

The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Split. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Split at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like an ...

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Last Updated: 4/24/2024
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Elizabeth

Oct 2023

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Walks and Coastal Towns of Croatia

The 3 days walking in the national parks were amazing. Wish I had taken my boots to make it easier as footing technical and very uneven in places. Guide Damir was g...

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Trusted Customer

Sep 2023

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Walks and Coastal Towns of Croatia

Plitvice Lakes and Paklenica National Parks and Premuziceva Trail. Good walks and lovely scenery.

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David

Sep 2023

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Walks and Coastal Towns of Croatia

Plitvice lakes and waterfalls - a magical place.

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Sandra

Sep 2023

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Walks and Coastal Towns of Croatia

The scenery in the National Parks was spectacular but the city sightseeing tours also gave me the chance to appreciate Croatia’s complicated history. My highlight ho...

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These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
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Visa requirements
Croatia: Visas are not required by UK, Australian, New Zealand, US or Canadian citizens. Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office.
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Nothing compulsory, but we recommend being up-to-date with your routine vaccination courses and boosters as recommended in the UK including protection against measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis A, typhoid and polio. Tick-borne encephalitis protection is recommended by some medical sources at certain times of the year. Ticks are most active between spring and late autumn. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at <a href="https://www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/know-before-you-go/travel-health">Explore Travel Health</a> and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 7
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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