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Beachgoers wade in the crystalline waters of the Adriatic Sea near Zadar
Map of Dalmatian Coast Family Holiday: Zadar, Split, Hvar & More - 14 Days
Dalmatian Coast Family Holiday: Zadar, Split, Hvar & More - 14 Days

Planning a two-week family vacation in Croatia may seem daunting, but with plenty of activities for the family, the choices are endless. This itinerary is chock-full of cultural exploration and lazy beach days, from the historic city of Zadar and the small island of Krapanj to the ancient coastal city of Split and the stunning island of Hvar. You'll relax, swim, snorkel, and kayak in the sparkling Adriatic, discover dramatic waterfalls and glittering emerald-green lakes in Krka National Park and catch the most beautiful sunsets in Zadar.

The medieval town of Korcula
Map of Dalmatia Adventure: Split, Hvar, Korčula & Dubrovnik - 7 Days
Dalmatia Adventure: Split, Hvar, Korčula & Dubrovnik - 7 Days

Discover the Dalmatian coast while taking advantage of all the outdoor activities it has to offer. You'll travel from Split to Dubrovnik, along the way visiting the islands of Hvar and Korčula where you will cycle, hike, swim, paddleboard, and snorkel in their secluded bays. You'll also visit unique historical and cultural sites dating back to ancient Greek and Roman times.

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Family Travel in Croatia: Kid-Friendly Activities & Travel Tips

Croatia is a great place to travel with kids—this is a country full of walkable cities, kid-friendly lodging, and plenty of ways to explore the great outdoors. Give your kids a fun history lesson among the Roman ruins of Istria, or take a traditional fishing trip in the Dalmatian Islands. From Split to Dubrovnik, from national parks to beaches, here’s where to go and what to do with tykes in tow—and some itinerary ideas to help you start planning.

Travel to Croatia with the whole family
Map of 1 Week in Croatia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
1 Week in Croatia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

In a week, you can cover three to five destinations, opting for an adventurous itinerary for the whole family that encompasses an ATV excursion in Split, a visit to Krka National Park, and a day at a local farm from Dubrovnik. Swap out city exploration for active tours such as sailing, kayaking, hiking, cycling, and swimming to and around Hvar Island. Families looking for a culture and history-focused trip will relish visiting one of Zagreb's many museums and exploring the Istrian Peninsula.

Mother and son looking at Dubrovnik, Croatia
Map of 10 Days in Croatia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Croatia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

With 10 days in Croatia, you can explore the family-friendly beaches and enchanting Old Towns of the Dalmatian Coast on a highlights tour or opt for an island-hopping trip of Hvar, Korčula, and Vis that's perfect for older children and teens. If you're looking to spend your evenings in charming small towns while ticking off bucket list day trips to Dubrovnik and Plitvice Lakes National Park, a family adventure to Trogir, Stari Grad, and Cavtat will delight parents and children alike.

Take to the water with the family on a fun stand up paddleboard excursion in Croatia
Map of 2 Weeks in Croatia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Croatia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

Two weeks in Croatia allows you to spend time in three to five destinations, opting for a family-friendly itinerary that includes a visit to Zagreb's museums, a day in Plitvice Lakes, and a truffle hunting expedition from Split. Swap Split for Hvar Island and the coastal city of Trogir, and add another country to your itinerary on a day trip to Montenegro. Tour the caves on Vis Island, kayak around the Pakleni Islands, and relax on Brac Island. See the Old Town of Dubrovnik and incorporate a trip to Krka National Park or the small island of Krapanj for an off-the-beaten-path destination.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

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Travel specialist Robert Pinčević
active 9 mins ago

Robert Pinčević

I always say, do not consider me only as your guide, but as your friend, who is trying to make your trip more comfortable for you! At the end, it all about you, and if you are happy, I am happy! I...

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Travel specialist Nikola Vojvodić
active 20 hours ago

Nikola Vojvodić

Born and raised on a small island in North Dalmatia, Nikola is an expert in adding a local, authentic touch to your Croatian adventure. His life-long dream is to visit every one of Croatia's 1000...

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Travel specialist Ivan Cosic
active 3 hours ago

Ivan Cosic

I was born in the small town of Tomislavgrad in Bosnia & Herzegovina, but moved to Zagreb, Croatia, as a child when the war began in the early nineties. I love showing people how far this region...

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Travel specialist Laurent Fontaine
active 20 hours ago

Laurent Fontaine

Hello! I’m Laurent. Originally from France, I fell in love with Croatia and made Zagreb my home in 2023. With over a decade of experience in tourism since 2013, I’ve turned my passion for travel...

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Trip Reviews for Croatia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Sarah was amazing!
Croatia | Apr 29 - May 9, 2026

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jami t.
Detroit, MI, USA | Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Sarah (and Ivan) were incredibly helpful in planning our trip to Croatia and Slovenia. Everything went off without a hitch. All of our details were attended to-every guide and transfer was on time. Sara made great recommendations for restaurants. And we knew that they were available with any questions as the trip went on and their responses were thorough and prompt.
We covered a lot of territory in 11 days but the way that Sarah planned made it seem like we experienced lots of things without...
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Sarah (and Ivan) were incredibly helpful in planning our trip to Croatia and Slovenia. Everything went off without a hitch. All of our details were attended to-every guide and transfer was on time. Sara made great recommendations for restaurants. And we knew that they were available with any questions as the trip went on and their responses were thorough and prompt.
We covered a lot of territory in 11 days but the way that Sarah planned made it seem like we experienced lots of things without being rushed. Thank you so much. Highlights were walking the wall of the old city of Dubrovnik, bike tour of Korčula, island tour of Hvar, Plitvice (so worth stopping there/ do 5 mile hike to upper falls!), Ljubljana walking tour and trip to Lake Bled. Loved it all!

Hotel Review
16 Lakes Hotel
Rakovica
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Sarah Cosic

Croatia bicycle trip April 2026
Croatia | Apr 21 - Apr 30, 2026

Terry
Terry N.
Minneapolis, MN, USA | Reviewed on May 07, 2026

This trip was a good combination of exercise, scenic beauty, and cultural history. Our guides Robi and Garon were enthusiastic and helpful. The sea water clarity and blue colors was remarkable. The water quality is an asset that needs protection for the ecosystem and the local economy. The people were friendly and the hotel accommodations were very good. I recommend this vacation trip.

Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on May 07, 2026

Hi Terry,

Thank you very much for your kind words :). I am happy you like the trips and our beautiful blue sea!
Sending many regards from Croatia.

Best

Robi

We had a wonderful trip in Croatia in April, 2026.
Croatia | Apr 19 - Apr 25, 2026

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Claudia C.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on May 02, 2026
We had a wonderful trip in Croatia, starting in Split, then Hvar, Mljet, and Dubrovnik. The hotels were all lovely and the guided tours had just the right balance of education, fun and duration. Whenever we had a problem the group chat established by the KimKim team allowed for very quick and easy responses. I forgot a bag in Hvar and it was placed on the next ferry for pick up in Dubrovnik. Although the KimKim team had nothing to do with food, the Croatian food was amazing - always fresh... Read more

We had a wonderful trip in Croatia, starting in Split, then Hvar, Mljet, and Dubrovnik. The hotels were all lovely and the guided tours had just the right balance of education, fun and duration. Whenever we had a problem the group chat established by the KimKim team allowed for very quick and easy responses. I forgot a bag in Hvar and it was placed on the next ferry for pick up in Dubrovnik. Although the KimKim team had nothing to do with food, the Croatian food was amazing - always fresh and tasty. I would definitely go to Croatia again and I would definitely book with the KimKim team for Croatia or any other of their amazing destinations.

Hotel Reviews
Villa Orabelle
Dubrovnik

Very nice hotel and staff. Very good breakfasts. Good location but know that its 1.3 miles from the old town. But also a good location for less touristy restaurants.

Authenticity & Character
Sterile and modern but pretty and comfortable
Location
Beautiful view of the Adriatic and easy access. 1.3 miles from old town
Staff
Always nice and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean, comfortable, easy.
Corallium Imperiale
Pomena

A sterile apartment. It was fine as a launching place to explore Mljet, but no charm.

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Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel
Hvar

The room was nice, the breakfasts were good, but the staff was inept. They couldn't find our reservation, and service at breakfast was dodgy. But the location was great.

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Modern
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Half Day Boating Excursion to the Elaphite Islands
Half Day Boating Excursion to the Elaphite Islands
Dubrovnik

We opted out of the Elaphite islands and went to Lokrum (closer island) instead. We loved Lokrum - it is a great way to spend half-day hiking and swimming. Simon our skipper was wonderful.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour Dubrovnik's Old Town
Tour Dubrovnik's Old Town
Croatia

Tour guide Jenna tried hard to give us an overview of the old town and its history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hike to Lost Villages of Hvar,  Croatian Peka Lunch
Hike to Lost Villages of Hvar, Croatian Peka Lunch
Croatia

Wonderful activity. Our guide, Josip (spelling?) was knowledgeable and fun. The hike was easy and mostly downhill...perhaps too easy for those of us who want a bit more exercise before lunch. He knew everything about local plants, history, and life on the island. Highly recommended. And the lunch was one of the highlights of our trip. They prepared Octopus in a Peka that slow cooks the food for 2 hours. It was the best octopus I've ever had and the restaurant was in a delightful, charming setting. The family that owned the restaurant were wonderful.

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Local specialist: Sarah Cosic

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