Top Croatia Day Trips

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its stunning natural scenery, including 16 lakes, lush forests, and cascading waterfalls. This guided tour is ideal for independent travelers who can make their own way to the park. Skip the line with your guide to ensure that you don’t waste time queueing and see all the most impressive viewpoints, while avoiding the crowds as much as possible.

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and renowned for its dramatic waterfalls, glittering lakes, and lush forested cliffs. This admission ticket offers full access to the park’s hiking trails and boardwalks, so you can explore the natural wonders at your own pace. Also included is a ride on the park’s panoramic view, shuttle buses between the Upper and Lower Lakes, and an electric boat cruise around Kozjak Lake.

Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of Croatia’s natural wonders, but exploring with your own wheels means you have to keep your eyes on the road rather than the scenery. This stress-free day trip from Zagreb allows you to explore Plitvice’s natural wonders without the hassle of public transportation or renting a car, so you can fully focus on soaking up the splendor of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience the charm of Dalmatia with a walking tour of Split and Trogir, two of Croatia's most captivating UNESCO World Heritage sites. Your journey begins in Split, where ancient history and Mediterranean spirit blend seamlessly. Wander through the majestic Diocletian’s Palace, a living monument over 1,700 years old, with its labyrinth of narrow alleys, Roman temples, and vibrant local life. Feel the pulse of the city in Peristyle Square, admire the Cathedral of St. Domnius, and enjoy a stroll along the sun-drenched Riva promenade. Next, head to Trogir, a beautifully preserved town nestled on a small island. This medieval gem is a treasure trove of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. As you walk its cobblestone streets, marvel at the stunning Cathedral of St. Lawrence, with its intricate Radovan Portal, and the elegant Cipiko Palace. Surrounded by ancient Venetian walls and lapped by the Adriatic Sea, Trogir feels like a storybook come to life.

Avoid hidden costs on a day tour to some of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s most popular landmarks from Dubrovnik. Discover the Kravice Waterfalls, tour the historic city of Mostar, see the preserved village of Počitelj, and travel the distance with ease via air-conditioned vehicle. Learn about the region from your guide and relax after a day’s sightseeing with round-trip transfer from your Dubrovnik hotel.

Discover one of Croatia's most spectacular natural environments—and a UNESCO World Heritage Site to boot—on this seamless day trip from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Travel the distance with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and relax with round-trip transfer from Split. With plenty of time for exploring, you can avoid the restrictions of a rushed tour while visiting the park’s lakes, meadows, and prehistoric caves with your guide.

Many of Dubrovnik’s “Game of Thrones” filming locations are easy to walk past without realizing. A guide leads the way through the Old Town, from Pile Gate to St. Lawrence Fortress (Fort Lovrijenac), pointing out where key scenes were shot and sharing behind-the-scenes stories. Extend the day with an optional visit to Lokrum Island, another filming location in the series.

Discover the beauty of Plitvice Lakes without relying on public transport schedules with this hassle-free day trip. Following pickup from Zagreb, head to the pretty village of Rastoke and learn about Croatia's history. Continue to Plitvice Lakes National Park for a guided walk along scenic paths and boardwalks, with plenty of time to photograph the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lose yourself in the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Croatia's Plitvice Lakes National Park—and enjoy a tour option that takes care of the sightseeing logistics—on this full-day tour from Split. With round-trip coach transit and pickup from select hotels, getting there is made simple and hassle-free. Upon arrival, head into the park (admission own expense), and discover its cascading pools, waterfalls, and other scenery.

Explore Krka National Park and Skradin with ease on this group tour. Depart from Split in an air-conditioned vehicle and learn about the area from your driver-guide. Continue on to Krka and travel through the park taking time to admire the waterfalls, old mills, and traditional architecture. Visit the Ethno village to learn about Skradinski Buk's history and biodiversity. Then, enjoy a boat ride to Skradin, where you can explore the marina's rich history or relax and swim at the beach.

Discover the natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this comprehensive day trip from Zagreb. Explore the enchanting Rastoke village, known for its charming watermills and scenic paths, before immersing yourself in the stunning landscapes of Plitvice. Enjoy a guided tour through the park's wooden pathways, capturing views of cascading waterfalls and tranquil lakes. - Full-day tour of Plitvice Lakes and Rastoke Village from Zagreb - Scenic walking paths and boat rides through stunning natural landscapes - Marvel at the vivid turquoise waters that change color with the light - Learn about Croatia’s history, culture, geography, and natural wonders

While in Dubrovnik, head to another country for the day to see the best of Bosnia and Herzegovina on a day trip that helps you cross the border with ease. Stop in UNESCO-protected Počitelj and then head to Medjugorje, the place where, in 1981, six children saw an apparition of the Virgin Mary. Finally, continue on to Mostar with its stunning bridge.

Make the most of Croatia's proximity to coastal Montenegro on this day trip from Dubrovnik, which helps you cross the border with ease. Take a scenic drive on the southern Dalmatian Coast and experience small Adriatic villages and towns, including the charming town of Perast and the UNESCO-listed Kotor Bay and Budva Old Town. Letting someone else drive means you can soak up the scenery, which is some of the Balkans' best.

Admire the scenery of the Adriatic Coast on this full-day Elaphite Island cruise from Dubrovnik. Board a shared boat and spend the day sailing to the three gems of Lopud, Sipan, and Kolocep. Relax and soak up the seascapes on deck as you cruise, and at each island, enjoy free time to explore stone villages, beaches, footpaths, and historical landmarks. Choose from three lunch dishes and enjoy unlimited onboard drinks for the ultimate, hassle-free day.

Discover two of Slovenia’s top tourist destinations in one day on this small-group tour of Ljubljana and Lake Bled from Zagreb. Travel with ease and comfort aboard an air-conditioned van, and leave all the planning to someone else. Upon arrival, discover Ljubljana highlights including the Dragon Bridge, Cathedral of St. Nicholas, and more. Then, transfer to Lake Bled, where you can take a traditional pletna boat to Bled Castle (admission fees own expense).

Spend a morning or afternoon visiting the famous Blue Lagoon and the historic city of Trogir with this small-group boat tour for up to 12 passengers. You'll have time to walk through Trogir, snorkel and swim in the Blue Lagoon, and enjoy a drink at the Laganini Beach Club all in just half a day.

Explore the waterfalls and walking trails of Krka National Park with ease and at your own pace with this self-guided excursion departing from Split. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation with the flexibility of independent exploration as you stroll down walking trails and cool off in inviting waterfalls, with a midway boat ride down the Krka River.

Spend the day exploring the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park on this full-day tour from Split. This budget-minded tour makes the excursion affordable, with round-trip transportation provided from Split and then free time to explore on your own once you arrive (tickets separate expense). Enjoy more time to capture photos and explore the forest surrounding the 16 interconnected lakes.

Krka National Park is closer to the Dalmatian coast than Plitvice and pairs naturally with Šibenik, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dalmatian town that doesn't get the international attention of Split or Dubrovnik. Doing both in one day from Split usually means rental cars, parking restrictions, and unfamiliar town navigation. Instead, this private day trip handles the transport with a Krka visit, time in Skradin, and Šibenik's old town.

Discover the highlights and hidden gems of Vis and the Pakleni Islands on this full-day speedboat tour from Hvar. Benefit from the personalized insights of your small-group skipper as you soak up coastal views, then tick off Adriatic must-sees Blue Cave and Green Cave before taking time to swim, snorkel and sunbathe on amazing beaches of Budikovac, Stiniva and Palmizana.

Leave the city behind to enjoy a luxurious day of island-hopping—and visit three of Croatia’s most in-demand islands and archipelagos, all in one day—on this full-day cruise. Following morning departure from Split or Trogir, enjoy time to swim and sunbathe in the idyllic Pakleni Islands, soak up history and culture on Hvar, and relax or swim in a peaceful bay on Brač. With free time to swim, snorkel, and explore, you can see the sights your way.

Discover a quieter, more authentic side of Croatia on a guided day trip along the Peljesac Peninsula from Dubrovnik—no need to plan an itinerary yourself. Travel to the bayside town of Ston, known for its oysters, historic salt factory, and impressive medieval walls that once marked the border of the Republic of Ragusa. To end the day, sample local flavors at three family-run wineries before returning to Dubrovnik.

Skip crowded days out for a small-group boat tour to explore Croatia's coast. Head out from Zadar (with a maximum of 12 travelers) on a carefully planned route that includes snorkeling around a sunken ship and exploring a hidden beach in a sea cave. Visit a lighthouse, military tunnels, and the picturesque village of Božava, all while avoiding the masses. Plus, it includes everything you need, from a local guide to bottled water, snorkeling gear, windproof jackets, and safety equipment.