Top 5 Croatia Tours: See the Best Sights & Cruises

Dreaming of a trip to Croatia? That turquoise water, old towns with a certain something, and the delicious food! A great trip to Croatia starts with figuring out what you want to see and do, and picking the tour that gets you there. There’s truly a tour for basically everyone, whether you want to spend your days cruising along the coast, exploring Dubrovnik’s history, or experiencing the national parks.

1. Island Hopping Cruise: Discovering Croatia’s Gems

Imagine yourself waking up to the sound of the waves, with the sunshine beaming in. You are on a boat and so you will spend your days discovering different islands, each with its own charm and look, you know? That’s, actually, what you get with an island hopping cruise in Croatia! Many of these cruises typically depart from Split or Dubrovnik and take you to wonderful spots, more or less, like Hvar, Korčula, and Brač. Some cruises also include meals, guided tours, and water sports equipment. A cool experience you could consider trying is a tour of Hvar Town that is offered in several itineraries, where you, basically, visit the Spanish Fortress for great scenic looks and get involved in the town’s energetic night life. Similarly to a lot of travellers, you might also want to visit the island of Korčula, known, sort of, for its historic architecture and the legendary Marco Polo’s alleged birth place. More or less, daily swims in hidden coves, sunbathing on deck, and sampling tasty Croatian food; well, these experiences make island hopping cruises a famous option for travellers seeking relaxation and adventure. Finding a cool cruise isn’t a struggle, at the end of the day.

2. Dubrovnik City Tour: Walking the Walls of History

No trip to Croatia is basically complete without a walk through Dubrovnik, “Pearl of the Adriatic,”. You can almost picture what life would’ve been like when this town was at its prime and was protected from invaders. City tours generally start at the Pile Gate, which is, sort of, the old town’s main entrance. Walking the city walls gives amazing, stunning views of the old town and the blue Adriatic Sea; pretty special if you ask me! These tours typically include sites with a story to tell such as the Rector’s Palace, the Franciscan Monastery with a fascinating old pharmacy, and the Cathedral. Did you also know, that, you know, Dubrovnik had a part in the “Game of Thrones” show? The tour guides share many stories about this show, that gives the tour an unique twist to people that follow it. As I was saying, I feel that seeing Dubrovnik with a guide, more or less, gives you a deeper connection with its story and that beautiful scene you’ve probably seen somewhere before. Make your travel experiences richer than most.

3. Plitvice Lakes National Park Tour: Nature’s Masterpiece

Want a place to experience something out of a fairytale? Plitvice Lakes National Park actually checks that box! It’s Croatia’s biggest national park, also, famous for its cool, terraced lakes and, as a matter of fact, lively waterfalls. Several tours go from Zagreb, Split, or Zadar and are guided tours, with someone who can talk you through each of the sixteen lakes. That being said, these trails wind all over and around the lakes, presenting incredible views with photo moments left, right and center! You can almost picture being one with nature, as tours take, basically, about three to four hours, letting guests take it all in and go with the flow. Wear comfortable shoes, for instance! You’re going to need them.

4. Split Walking Tour: Diocletian’s Palace and Beyond

Split, you see, has at its heart Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO spot with ancient Roman history. Get yourself a guided walking tour so you can, actually, find out more, such as the story about Emperor Diocletian. Several tours usually include some spots such as the Peristyle, Saint Domnius Cathedral (actually an old mausoleum), and the Temple of Jupiter. Those tours often lead to interesting passages where local craftsmen set up, and hidden, small squares full of local, classic Croatian appeal; actually interesting finds if you decide to have someone take you around town. It’s also pretty normal to find, tours that take guests up the bell tower of the Cathedral of Saint Domnius. Get an awesome picture from up there. See this beautiful town with experts.

5. Krka National Park Tour: Waterfalls and History

Krka National Park, almost, presents a similar experience to Plitvice, though Krka makes the opportunity to swim in selected parts under the waterfalls. That gives an unique twist to the Krka visits. Well, the tours take guests around trails, by places to swim in, and offer sights to waterfalls. It is pretty common for a visit to the park, to include stops in the historic spots such as the Krka Monastery and several old mills, just a little. Certain boat tours on Krka River show the natural, stunning landscape. Tours to Krka normally start from Split or Zadar and, more or less, they give an awesome way to get up close and personal with nature and a little bit of Croatian past. So you see, if you’re trying to get active in the sunshine, well, Krka National Park, in a way, does the job quite nicely. A visit can really make your holidays.