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7 days Highlights of Croatia - 7 days from Dubrovnik to Zagreb (Tour: RR) 2023



Who says you can’t hit Croatia’s fabulous coast, feisty capital, and forested Krka National Park in one vacation? For those short on time but looking to create long-lasting memories, this 7-day tour of Croatia visits the country’s most fascinating cities, waters, and natural wonders for memorable journey. Admire the deep blue Adriatic Sea from the walled town of Dubrovnik, the medieval setting for the fictional city of King’s Landing in Game of Thrones; crack open fresh oysters in the fortified town of Ston, famous for its salt pans and meaty shellfish; dive into the fascinating history of coastal Split, home of Diocletian’s Palace—one of the world’s most impressive Roman monuments; and feel the mist of the cascading waterfalls of Krka National Park before making a splashing the lively capital city of Zagreb. This introductory tour of Croatia highlights the medieval, the mystical, and the magical in one magnificent vacation.

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.

Day Location Description
1 ARRIVE IN DUBROVNIK, CROATIA WELCOME TO DUBROVNIK! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Dinner
2 DUBROVNIK A KING’S LANDING DUBROVNIK Walking tour with a Local Guide includes the Rector’s Palace. Free time this afternoon and evening. Breakfast TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE It isn’t hard to see why the city of Dubrovnik is known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” The old town surrounded by its remarkable city walls is protected by UNESCO. Over the centuries this breathtaking city has been an inspiration to many artists. Game of Thrones fans may recognize this formidable setting and the Rector’s Palace as a film location for the epic TV series.
3 DUBROVNIK–STON–BOSNIA–HERZEGOVINA–SPLIT STON WALLS & SALTY HISTORY STON Globus Local Favorite Guided walking tour includes the walls and the salt pans. Free time to browse. SPLIT Enjoy dinner with regional specialties at a local restaurant. 149 mi / 240 km Breakfast Dinner LOCAL FAVORITE HISTORIC SPOTS Explore the 900m fortress walls encircling the city of Ston - the second largest in the world after the Great Wall of China. You’ll also see the Ston salt pans – the oldest in Europe and the largest preserved in Mediterranean history. Here, the tradition of salt harvesting continues in the same way it has for over 4000 years from the resources of the sea, sun, and wind.
4 SPLIT THE EMPEROR’S ESCAPE SPLIT Your walking tour with a Local Guide includes Diocletian’s Palace. Free time this afternoon and evening. Breakfast TOUR HIGHLIGHT A LEGEND SLEPT HERE Discover one of the world’s best-preserved monuments to Roman architecture with a walking tour in Split. See the spectacular Diocletian Palace that was built for the Roman emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th-century AD, and forms nearly half of the Old Town of Split. Having served as the emperor's villa, summer house, and military camp, this ancient palace evokes the power and strength of the Roman Empire.
5 SPLIT–KRKA–ZAGREB CASCADES IN CROATIA KRKA Globus Local Favorite Enjoy a guided walking tour in the national park. Free time before continuing to Zagreb. 267 mi / 430 km Breakfast LOCAL FAVORITE WONDERS OF NATURE Take a walk through the waterfalls and wonderful natural beauty of Croatia’s captivating Krka National Park. This expansive preserve is shaped by the Krka River (Croatia’s longest river) which has carved gorges, created waterfalls, and sculpted canyons of remarkable beauty. Seven stunning waterfalls drop into pools below to create a serene sanctuary you don’t want to miss.
6 ZAGREB LANDMARKS & LEGENDS ZAGREB Guided sightseeing includes sights of the Parliament and Stone Gate. Farewell dinner at your hotel. Breakfast Dinner TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & MYSTERY Explore the ancient city of Zagreb where Central Europe, the Mediterranean, and Southeast Europe meet with a magnetic culture amid medieval architecture and offbeat cafes and bars to enjoy. In the Upper Town of Zagreb admire the historic Croatian Parliament building and see the Stone Gate, the only fortification entrance that is still standing, and now home to the city’s most important shrine
7 ZAGREB ZAGREB SAFE TRAVELS UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Breakfast