Croatia from north to south, the active way. This private 8-day tour combines hiking, kayaking, cycling, and river rafting across some of the country's finest natural terrain—Plitvice, Velebit, the Zrmanja Canyon, Krka, and the Cetina River Canyon, finishing in Dubrovnik. Two guides, up to six guests, and the itinerary fully shaped around your group's fitness and preferences.
We start in Zagreb, Croatia’s lively capital. After a private airport transfer and a short briefing about the days ahead, we spend the afternoon on a walking tour through the historic upper town—hidden courtyards, old architecture, and a first real taste of what Croatia is all about. By early evening, we’re on the road toward the Plitvice region, where we’ll be based for the first two nights.
Walking: Up to 4 hours
Accommodation: Guesthouse (Plitvice area)
Plitvice is one of the most iconic places in the country—a UNESCO World Heritage Site of cascading waterfalls, turquoise lakes, and wooden boardwalks threading between them. Today we hike through both the Lower and Upper Lakes, passing the Great Waterfall, Kozjak Lake, Prštavci waterfalls, and the Tomićevo Pogledalo viewpoint. It’s a full day out, and every corner delivers.
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: up to 5 hours
Accommodation: Guesthouse (Plitvice area)
We head to Velebit for one of Croatia’s finest mountain hikes—the Premužić Trail, from Zavižan to Alan. The route crosses limestone ridges with sweeping views out to the Adriatic, through untouched forest and dramatic karst terrain. A long, rewarding day on some of the best trail in the country.
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: up to 5 hours
Accommodation: Guesthouse (Starigrad area)
A big day of contrasts—we kayak the Zrmanja Canyon, with its sheer limestone walls and ice-clear water, then follow up with a scenic hike along the Krupa River. The two rivers couldn’t be more different, and both are worth every bit of the effort.
Meals: Breakfast
Kayaking: Up to 5 hours
Hiking: Up to 1.5 hours
Accommodation: Hotel (Skradin)
We spend the day cycling through Krka National Park, one of the most beautiful river landscapes in Dalmatia. The route passes Skradinski Buk and Roški Slap—two of the park’s most impressive waterfalls—and offers views across to Visovac Island, where a Franciscan monastery has sat since the 15th century.
Meals: Breakfast
Biking: Up to 6 hours
Accommodation: Hotel (Split)
The Cetina Canyon is one of the best rafting rivers in the country—a mix of proper rapids, calm stretches, swimming spots, and optional cliff jumps for the bold. We spend 3 to 4 hours on the water before continuing south to Dubrovnik.
Meals: Breakfast
Rafting: 3–4 hours
Accommodation: Hotel/guesthouse (Dubrovnik)
A guided walk through Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town to get the full context, then free time to explore on your own. For anyone with energy left, there’s an optional hike up Mount Srđ for sweeping views over the city and the Adriatic.
Meals: Breakfast
Walking: Up to 2 hours
Accommodation: Hotel/guesthouse (Dubrovnik)
After breakfast, transfer to Dubrovnik Airport. Optional extensions available on request.
Meals: Breakfast
Included (open group hiking tour):
Included (private active tours):
Not included:
For the open group hiking tour, good fitness is required. The most you’ll hike in a day is 16.5 km (10 mi), and the itinerary includes several consecutive full-day hikes. Your guides can adjust some distances to suit the group.
For the private tours, the itinerary is fully customizable to your group’s fitness level—from easy-paced to demanding, depending on what you want. You’ll be able to arrange everything with your guides.
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing
Croatia adventure tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this Croatia adventure tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout. If you’d like to join a private tour and get a single room, please reach out!
Solo travelers are welcome to join, but securing a single occupancy room for themselves is mandatory—you’ll be able to add it to your booking at checkout.
To get to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia and the starting point of your adventure, most people fly to Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb (ZAG). Upon arrival, your guides will pick you up (airport transfers included in the price) and extend a warm welcome.
You’ll end your tour on the other end of Croatia, in Dubrovnik. On Day 11, your guides will transfer you to Dubrovnik Airport.
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