Highlights of Croatia: from Capital Streets to Island Shores
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
8 Days / 7 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide
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About This Tour
An 8-day introduction to Croatia's best-known sights, from Zagreb's cafe-lined old town to the Plitvice Lakes, Split's Roman ruins, Hvar's harbour, and the walled city of Dubrovnik. This entire route stays within Croatia — Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes, Split, Hvar and Dubrovnik are all Croatian towns and islands, with no border crossings.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup in Zagreb, Croatia's capital, at the start of your trip.
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Day 1 — Welcome to Zagreb
Check into your hotel and take a first walk through the Croatian capital, with an optional traditional dinner in the evening.
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Day 2 — Zagreb's Upper and Lower Town
A guided tour takes in Zagreb Cathedral and the Dolac Market, with an optional funicular ride to Lotrščak Tower.
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Day 3 — Plitvice Lakes & Journey to Split
Spend the morning walking the wooden boardwalks of the Plitvice Lakes before driving on to Split for the night.
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Day 4 — Exploring Split & Sailing to Hvar
Tour Diocletian's Palace and Split's old town, then take an afternoon ferry across to Hvar Island.
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Day 5 — Cave Explorations in the Adriatic
A boat excursion visits the Blue Cave off Biševo Island (or the Green Cave as an alternative) with swimming and snorkelling around the Pakleni Islands.
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Day 6 — Dubrovnik's Highlights
Catamaran across to Dubrovnik for a private walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Old Town.
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Day 7 — A Day at Your Own Pace
An open day in Dubrovnik, with the option of the Mount Srđ cable car or a boat trip to Lokrum Island.
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Day 8 — Farewell, Croatia
Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport for your onward flight.
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Departure
The trip ends in Dubrovnik with a transfer to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — in-trip transportation (private driver, car, or public transport as appropriate) is arranged throughout, along with excursions led by expert local guides.
Most days include a guided visit or excursion, with optional add-ons (funicular, cable car, Lokrum Island) left flexible so you can pace the trip yourself.
International flights, travel insurance, visa costs, tips and personal spending money are not included in the trip price.
Yes — Zagreb, Plitvice, Split, Hvar and Dubrovnik are all within Croatia, so there are no border crossings on this route.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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