How many days do you need in Split, Dubrovnik, Hvar & Zagreb?
- Most travelers spend 10 days in Split, Dubrovnik, Hvar, and Zagreb combined
- Visiting Split, Dubrovnik, Hvar, and Zagreb in 6 to 9 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Zadar, Plitvice Lakes, and Korčula
How Many Days to Spend in Dubrovnik
How Many Days to Spend in Zagreb
Recommended Itineraries for Split, Dubrovnik, Hvar & Zagreb
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Zagreb, Explore | Zagreb |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park & Hike | Plitvice Lakes National Park |
| Day 3 | Plitvice Lakes at Sunrise, Transfer to Zadar | Zadar |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Split, Explore | Split |
| Day 5 | Historical Walking Tour of Split | Split |
| Day 6 | Ferry to Hvar, Explore | Hvar Town |
| Day 7 | Afternoon Bike Tour | Hvar Town |
| Day 8 | Ferry to Dubrovnik, Explore | Dubrovnik |
| Day 9 | Historical Walking Tour of Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| Day 10 | Depart Dubrovnik |
This 10-day tour highlights the southern Dalmatian coast from the Roman port city of Split to the medieval fortressed walls of Dubrovnik, with your first stop in Croatia's capital, Zagreb. Experience stunning landscapes and rich, ancient culture on this adventurous route as you visit breathtaking national parks and Roman ruins and kayak off the mainland to nearby islands. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including Plitvice Lakes & Zadar
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Zagreb & Guided Walking Tour | Zagreb |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park | Arrive in Zagreb & Guided Walking Tour |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Zadar, Explore | Zadar |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Split, Visit Krka National Park | Split |
| Day 5 | Ferry to Hvar, Sea Kayaking Around Pakleni Islands | Hvar |
| Day 6 | Hvar Wine Tasting | Hvar |
| Day 7 | Ferry to Dubrovnik, Explore | Dubrovnik |
| Day 8 | Depart Dubrovnik |
This route covers the highlights of Croatia's southern Dalmatian coast, where you will explore beautiful landscapes and ancient culture. Begin in Zagreb and drive south to Croatia's most popular city, Dubrovnik. En route, you will stop at national parks, Plitvice Lakes and Krka, the historic port cities of Zadar and Split, and sample wine on the island of Hvar before ending your adventure in Dubrovnik. Read more
12-Day Itinerary Including Zadar, Plitvice Lakes & Korčula
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| Day 2 | Historical Walking Tour of Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Korčula via Pelješac Peninsula | Korčula Town |
| Day 4 | Cycling & Wine Tasting Tour in Lumbarda | Korčula Town |
| Day 5 | Ferry to Hvar, Sea Kayaking Around Pakleni Islands | Hvar Town |
| Day 6 | Day Trip Sailing Excursion to Vis Island | Hvar Town |
| Day 7 | Ferry to Split, Walking Tour of Split | Split |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Krka National Park & Šibenik | Split |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Zadar, Explore | Zadar |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Plitvice Lakes National Park | Plitvice Lakes National Park |
| Day 11 | Sunrise at Plitvice Lakes, Transfer to Zagreb | Zagreb |
| Day 12 | Depart Zagreb |
In 12 days, you'll get a great overall feel for Croatia, from cultural stops in Baroque and Renaissance-infused cities to exploring one of the world's best-preserved Roman buildings. Explore walled medieval towns, lively markets, ancient ruins, and old fortresses. You'll sip Dingac red wine on Peljesac, hike along wooden paths and bridges in Plitvice Lakes National Park, and relax on Vis Island's inviting beaches. Read more
How to travel between Split, Dubrovnik, Hvar & Zagreb
How to get to Split
There are a number of ways to travel to Split from within Croatia's most popular cities and regions, namely Dubrovnik, Istria, and Zagreb. Read more
How to get to Dubrovnik
The easiest and quickest way to travel to Dubrovnik is to fly: Dubrovnik airport has several international connections as well as daily flights to the capital Zagreb, and other domestic destinations, including Rijeka, Osijek, and Split. Read more
How to get to Zagreb
Zagreb, Croatia's capital, is the arrival and departure point for many visitors and also has its fair share of tourist attractions. Its airport is located nine miles (15 km) south-east of the city center with many international flight connections as well as domestic flights operated by Croatia Airlines to Bol, Dubrovnik, Osijek, Pula, Rijeka, Split, and Zadar. An airport bus service links the main bus station to the airport, with scheduled departures every 30 minutes. Read more
How to get from Dubrovnik to Hvar
Dubrovnik and the island of Hvar are must-sees if you're exploring Croatia's Dalmatian coast. An easy and popular option is taking the passenger ferry—from June to September, there are two daily passenger ferries connecting Dubrovnik to Hvar. An easy, quick, and (very) expensive alternative to the ferry is a private boat transfer, which will take about three hours. If you plan to drive, part of the journey will require a trip by car ferry, with the total journey time coming to at least four hours. Read more
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