8-Days Private Tour of Croatia: Split, Zadar & Brac

Exclusive group (min 10 pax): Adventure in Croatia: Hike, Eat & Enjoy

Overview

Experience an eight-day Croatia hiking tour that blends coastal culture, national parks, and island landscapes, with time to eat well and explore at a comfortable, guided pace. From Zadar to Brač and on to Split and Trogir, this guided hiking holiday in Croatia delivers iconic scenery and memorable walking routes across central Dalmatia.

🗺️ What to Expect

This Croatia hiking tour is designed for travelers who want active days and rewarding downtime. You will start in Zadar for your first hikes and city discovery, then move through headline natural wonders like Paklenica, Plitvice, and Krka. Midway, the journey slows into island life on Brač, where old stone villages, vineyards, and panoramic viewpoints set the tone. The final days bring you to Split and UNESCO listed Trogir for a cultural finish, with included dinners on select evenings and well paced transfers between regions.

✨ Highlights

• 🥾 Walk through dramatic canyons and wild landscapes in Paklenica National Park.
• 💧 Hike among lakes, tufa barriers, and karst scenery in Plitvice Lakes National Park.
• 🚤 Explore Krka National Park on foot, plus a short boat ride to Visovac Island.
• 🏔️ Climb to Vidova Gora on Brač, 778 m, for sweeping views over Bol, its famous beach, and nearby islands.
• 🍷 Enjoy a Brač walking route through old villages, stone quarries, and a local wine tasting with regional bites.
• 🏛️ Discover Split’s historic core, including the monumental Diocletian’s Palace.
• 🧭 Stroll UNESCO listed Trogir, a compact city museum of layered history and architecture.

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, Arrival, Arrive at Split Airport, transfer to Zadar. Overnight in Zadar.

Day 2, Breakfast, hike in Paklenica National Park. Picnic break during the hike, lunch not included. Later, walking tour of Zadar Old Town, including the Sea Organ. Dinner included in one of Zadar’s best restaurants. Overnight in Zadar.

Day 3, Breakfast, hiking adventure in Plitvice National Park. Return to the hotel in Petrčane. Overnight in Zadar.

Day 4, Breakfast, visit Krka National Park, walk the trails and see the travertine waterfalls. Short boat ride Stinice to Visovac Island. Transfer to Split Harbour, ferry to Supetar on Brač Island, then bus to the hotel. Overnight on Brač.

Day 5, Guided walk across Brač Island through Ložišća and Dračevica via old paths, olive fields, and vineyards. Visit stone quarries and the Jakšić Gallery. Wine tasting with a curated platter of regional produce. Overnight on Brač.

Day 6, Breakfast, bus to Vidova Gora, then hike via Dragovode. Visit the Museum of Blaca and hike back to the bus. Return transfer to the hotel. Overnight on Brač.

Day 7, Breakfast, ferry to Split. Short guided walk on arrival. Lunch break, lunch not included. Continue to the hotel. Late afternoon visit to Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with time to explore its historic core. Dinner included in a local restaurant, then transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Trogir.

Day 8, Departure, Breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight.

✅ What’s Included

• Transfers as described, including airport transfer Split Airport to Zadar on arrival, and departure transfer to the airport on Day 8
• Ferry transport as described, including Split Harbour to Supetar, and Supetar to Split
• Walking tour of Zadar Old Town
• Short guided walk upon arrival in Split
• Dinner in Zadar on Day 2
• Dinner in Trogir on Day 7
• Krka boat ride, Stinice to Visovac Island
• Wine tasting with a platter of regional produce on Brač

❌ Exclusions

• Lunches, including the picnic break lunch on Day 2
• Any items not explicitly listed under What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Group type, Exclusive group, minimum 10 participants.
• Duration, 8 days.
• Difficulty, Moderate. Expect multiple hiking days across national parks and island trails.
• Start point, Arrival at Split Airport with transfer to Zadar.
• End point, Airport transfer on Day 8 for departure.
• Meals, Breakfast is scheduled daily at the hotel. Two dinners are included, Day 2 in Zadar and Day 7 in Trogir. Lunches are not included.
• Notes, This itinerary includes ferry crossings and a short boat ride at Krka. Some sites, such as Blaca, are accessible only on foot.

🚀 Ready to Hike Croatia’s Icons?

If you want a well balanced active holiday in Croatia that combines national parks, island walks, and heritage cities, this Croatia hiking tour is built for you. Secure your group dates and enjoy a seamless route from Zadar to Brač to Split and Trogir, with standout hikes and local flavors woven into every stage of the journey.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is the tour and where does it start?
The program lasts 8 days. It starts with arrival at Split Airport and a transfer to Zadar for the first overnight.

2) What is the difficulty level of this Croatia hiking tour?
This Croatia hiking tour is rated Moderate. It includes multiple hiking days across national parks and island trails, plus walking tours in Zadar, Split, and Trogir.

3) Which national parks are included in the itinerary?
You will hike in Paklenica National Park, Plitvice National Park, and Krka National Park. Each park is visited on a dedicated day with planned transfers.

4) Are any meals included?
Breakfast is scheduled at the hotel, and two dinners are included, one in Zadar and one in Trogir. Lunches are not included, including the picnic break on the Paklenica hiking day.

5) What destinations are covered on this guided hiking holiday in Croatia?
This guided hiking holiday in Croatia covers Zadar and its surroundings, Brač Island, and the Split area including Trogir. The route also includes ferry travel between Split and Supetar on Brač.