Customised holidayTR-W26-HR-16
Croatia by Private CarCroatia in 8 nights
- 9 Days · 8 Nights
- Croatia · 5 Cities
- Apr – Dec, 2027 rates on booking
- Any date you choose
Zagreb (2N)Plitvice (1N)Zadar (1N)Split (2N)Dubrovnik (2N)
View day-wise itinerary →Holiday includes
- Hotel
- Meals
- Sightseeing
- Transport
- FlightsOptional
A private car and driver throughout, with private guides. Prafull plans and answers every message himself.
Holiday highlights
- A car and driver throughout
- A night at Plitvice Lakes
- A day on Hvar
- Dubrovnik's walls with a private guide
Itinerary (day wise)
Eight nights with a car and driver at your disposal from Zagreb to Dubrovnik, private guides in each town, a night at Plitvice and a day on Hvar. Priced by the size of your group.
Day 1Arrive in Zagreb
Airport to hotel · about 30 minutes
Your driver meets you at Zagreb airport and takes you to your hotel. The evening is free around Ban Jelačić Square.
No meals included today Overnight: Zagreb
Day 2Zagreb's Upper Town
Walking tour · about 2 hours
A private guide walks you through Kaptol and Gradec: the cathedral, St Catherine's and St Mark's churches, the Stone Gate and the Dolac market.
Breakfast Overnight: Zagreb
Day 3Zagreb to Plitvice
About 140 km · 2 hours
Drive to Plitvice Lakes National Park (entry included) and spend the day on the boardwalks around the lakes and waterfalls. Stay the night by the park.
Breakfast Overnight: Plitvice
Day 4Plitvice to Zadar, with a walking tour
About 130 km · 2 hours
Drive to the coast at Zadar. A private guide walks you through the Roman forum, the medieval streets and the city gates; the evening is free by the Sea Organ.
Breakfast Overnight: Zadar
Day 5Zadar to Split, with a walking tour
About 160 km · 2 hours
Drive south to Split. A private guide walks you through Diocletian's Palace, with entry to the cellars, the Peristyle and the Golden Gate.
Breakfast Overnight: Split
Day 6A day on Hvar
About 1 hour each way by ferry
A ferry or catamaran to Hvar (tickets included). A private guide shows you the old town, the main square, the Arsenal, the theatre and the cathedral, then the afternoon is free before the boat back.
Breakfast Overnight: Split
Day 7Split to Dubrovnik
About 230 km · 3.5 hours
Drive down the Dalmatian coast to Dubrovnik and a free afternoon on the Stradun.
Breakfast Overnight: Dubrovnik
Day 8Dubrovnik's history and Game of Thrones
Walking tour · about 3 hours
A private guide takes you through the old town and up onto the city walls and Lovrijenac fortress (entry included): the Stradun, the Gothic and Renaissance palaces, and the corners used for King's Landing in Game of Thrones.
Breakfast Overnight: Dubrovnik
Day 9Leave from Dubrovnik
Hotel to airport · about 30 minutes
After breakfast, a private transfer to Dubrovnik airport for your flight home.
Breakfast
Tour details
Accommodation
Choose your hotel. The route and sightseeing are the same with every hotel.
| City | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Zagreb2 nights | Canopy by Hilton / Hotel AS / Hotel Dubrovnik / or similar |
| Plitvice1 night | Lyra Hotel Plitvice / Etno Garden Exclusive / or similar |
| Zadar1 night | Falkensteiner Club Funimation Borik / Hotel Kolovare / Almayer Art & Heritage Hotel / or similar |
| Split2 nights | Hotel Fanat / Hotel Globo / Hotel Cora / or similar |
| Dubrovnik2 nights | Hotel Lero / Valamar Lacroma / Hotel Lapad / or similar |
| City | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Zagreb2 nights | Sheraton Zagreb / Esplanade Zagreb / The Westin Zagreb / or similar |
| Plitvice1 night | Ethno Houses Plitvice Lakes / Fenomen Plitvice Resort / or similar |
| Zadar1 night | Miramare Hotel / Teatro Verdi Boutique Hotel / Hotel Bastion / or similar |
| Split2 nights | Cornaro Hotel / Radisson Blu Resort & Spa / Hotel Ambasador / or similar |
| Dubrovnik2 nights | Hotel President / Sun Gardens / Hilton Imperial / or similar |
Hotels are from the list shown or similar, subject to availability, with daily breakfast.
Package cost
Price per person in euros on twin sharing, by the number of guests travelling together, for October to December 2026. Land only; GST 5% and TCS extra.
| Hotel | 2–3 guests | 4–6 guests | 7–14 guests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-star hotels4-star hotels, or similar | EUR 3,865 | EUR 3,020 | EUR 1,230 |
| 5-star hotels5-star hotels, or similar | EUR 4,070 | EUR 3,220 | EUR 1,430 |
A private car and driver at your disposal for the days shown in the itinerary; the driver's room and meals are included.
Rates in euros per person on twin sharing, for travel from October to December 2026; April to June is similar and July to September is higher, quoted for your dates. GST 5% and TCS extra as per Government of India rules. Payable in INR at the prevailing exchange rate.
Optional add-ons
Not in the package price. Add them when you book.
| Upgrade or extra | Price |
|---|---|
| Extra nights, or other hotelsAsk us for any hotel or another town | On request |
| Flights from MumbaiQuoted separately for your dates | On request |
Tour information
Read this to prepare for your holiday.
Tour inclusions
- 2 nights in Zagreb, 1 at Plitvice, 1 in Zadar, 2 in Split and 2 in Dubrovnik, with breakfast
- Private car and driver at your disposal as per the itinerary, airport to airport (driver's room and meals included)
- Ferry tickets Split–Hvar and back
- Private guides in Zagreb, Zadar, Split, Hvar and Dubrovnik
- Entry to Plitvice, Diocletian's Palace cellars, and Dubrovnik's walls and Lovrijenac fortress
Tour exclusions
- International flights
- Schengen visa and travel insurance
- City and tourist taxes, paid at the hotels
- Meals not mentioned
- Entry fees not listed as included
- GST 5% and TCS
- Tips for drivers and guides
Good to know
- Prices are per person in euros, land only, and are payable in rupees at the day's exchange rate. They are based on rates valid to 31 December 2026; we confirm 2027 rates when you book.
- Croatia is in the Schengen area, so you need a Schengen visa. Day trips into Bosnia or Montenegro leave the Schengen area, so ask for a multiple-entry visa.
- Prices depend on how many of you travel together: the car and guides cost the same for two or for six, so larger groups pay much less each.
- City and tourist taxes are small nightly charges paid at each hotel in euros.
- Hotel check-in is from 2 or 3 pm and check-out by 10 or 11 am.
- Rates do not apply during trade fairs, big sporting events and congresses; we check your dates when you book.
- Prices for a third person sharing a room and for children are on request.
When to go
May to September. May, June and September are warm, with the sea good for swimming and fewer crowds than July and August. April and October are mild and quiet; many island boats stop from November to March.
Our favourite months
Cancellation policy & payment terms
Payment terms
| At the time of booking | 50% of the package cost, to confirm the booking |
|---|---|
| At least 30 days before travel | Balance 50% of the package cost |
Cancellation charges
| 45 days or more | 10% of the package cost |
|---|---|
| 44 – 30 days | 25% of the package cost |
| 29 – 15 days | 50% of the package cost |
| 14 – 7 days | 75% of the package cost |
| Less than 7 days / no-show | 100% of the package cost |
- Flights, trains and houseboats are paid in full at the time of ticketing or confirmation.
- Payments by bank transfer (NEFT / RTGS / IMPS), UPI or cheque in favour of TripRoutes. Card payments may carry a convenience fee.
- GST 5% is charged on the package cost as per government rules. On international holidays, TCS also applies as per government rules.
- Cancellation charges are per person, counted from the date of departure.
- Cancellations must be sent in writing by email or WhatsApp; the date we receive it is the cancellation date.
- Air and train tickets are refunded as per the airline / railway rules, plus our service charge.
- Visa fees, insurance premiums and non-refundable hotel or houseboat bookings (peak dates, special events) are not refundable.
- Refunds are processed within 15 working days of receiving supplier refunds.
- There is no refund for services not used during the holiday.
- Hotels may ask for a refundable security deposit at check-in, paid directly to the hotel.
- Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- TripRoutes is not liable for changes caused by weather, strikes, roadblocks, flight delays or government orders; extra costs arising are payable by the guest.
Questions about this holiday
How much does the Croatia by Private Car trip cost?
The 8-night Croatia by Private Car holiday costs EUR 3,865 to EUR 4,070 per person on twin sharing, depending on the hotel you choose (2 options), land only. Rates for a third adult, a single traveller and children are in the price table on the page. GST (5%) and TCS are extra as per government rules, and prices in euros are payable in rupees at the day's exchange rate. Flights are quoted for your dates.
What is the best time for this Croatia trip?
May to September. May, June and September are warm, with the sea good for swimming and fewer crowds than July and August. April and October are mild and quiet; many island boats stop from November to March.
Can this itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every TripRoutes trip is private, so we can add or remove nights, swap Zagreb or any other stop, change hotels, or adjust the pace.
How many days do you need for Croatia?
Six or seven nights covers Zagreb, Plitvice, Split and Dubrovnik. With eight or nine you can add Zadar, a night on Hvar or a day in Montenegro.
Do Indians need a visa for Croatia?
Yes. Croatia is in the Schengen area, so you need a Schengen visa. For a day trip into Bosnia or Montenegro, ask for a multiple-entry visa.
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Plan with Prafull
Make this holiday yours
Tell Prafull your dates and who is coming. He will send a revised plan and an exact price, usually within a few hours.
- WhatsApp +91 91673 84834
- Call +91 74800 66666
- prafull.pitale@triproutes.in
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