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This is a suggested independent itinerary that you customize. Please select the best flights, hotels, trains, activities, transportation and number of nights in each destination to fit your needs.
Croatia by car. You will pick up your car at the airport in Pula , a seafront city on the tip of Croatia´s Istrian Peninsula, is known for its protected harbor, beach-lined coast and Roman ruins. Follow by cities such as Rijeka, Krk Island, Pag Island and last but not least Zadar, known for the Roman and Venetian ruins of its peninsular Old Town. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
This 10 night sample itinerary includes:
Rental Car for 11 days
Hotel for 2 nights in Pula
Hotel for 2 nights in Rijeka
Hotel for 2 nights in Krk Island
Hotel for 2 nights in Pag Island
Hotel for 2 nights in Zadar
Driving Time Pula - Rijeka: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx. Rijeka - Krk Island: 55 mins. approx. Krk Island - Pag Island: 3 hrs. 15 mins. approx. Pag Island - Zadar: 1hr. approx.
Pula (4)Rijeka (3)Zadar (21)Krk Island (2)Pag Island (3)
Trip Summary
2 nights in Pula
Pula is one of the oldest cities in Istria, having been settled since the Bronze Age over 3,000 years ago. The Romans, capitalizing on Pula's location on a safe harbor, quickly built the settlement into a cultural center called Pietas Julia. A number of beautifully-preserved Roman buildings survive and stand today. The best-preserved Roman monument in Croatia, the Pula Arena, is located here. Other noteworthy sights include the Temple of Augustus, the Gate of Hercules, and the Arch of the Sergii. Other sights include the Austrian-era Fort Bourguignon, the hill settlement of Nesactium, and Aquarium Pula, the largest aquarium in Croatia.
Explore and discover the great Pula Arena, Arch of the Sergii, Temple of Augustus, Gate of Hercules, Hill Settlement of Nesactium, Aquarium Pula, Fort Bourguignon, Verudela Beach, Brijuni National Park, Pula Cathedral, Historical and Maritime Museum of Istria, and so much more.
2 nights in Rijeka
The cityscape of Rijeka, located on Kvarner Gulf, comprises a variety of influences -- from Italian to Austrian, Hungarian, and finally Croatian. You can see this most on display along the waterfront (Riva) or on the pedestrianized main street which runs parallel to the Riva called the Korzo. The Italian language is seeing a renaissance in Rijeka for the first time in three generations, as evidenced by bilingual Croatian and Italian street signs installed throughout downtown. Rijeka is home to the International Carnival, the largest pre-Lent Carnival in all of Croatia, which brings 120,000 visitors to view parades on the Korzo each winter.
Visit and explore the Trsat Castle, Korzo, Cathedral of St. Vitus (Rijeka Cathedral), The Computer Museum, City Clock Tower, Sanctuary of the Mother of God, Capuchin Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Glavanovo Beach, Rijeka International Carnival, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Natural History Museum, and so much more.
2 nights in Krk Island
Krk Island is one of the two largest islands off the coast of Croatia, exactly equal in size to nearby Cres Island. The islands sit in the Kvarner Gulf just southeast of Rijeka, and Krk Island is connected to the city of Rijeka by the Krk Bridge. With a population of 20,000, Krk is the most-populous island in the Adriatic Sea. The largest town on the island is Krk, on the southern coast. Krk flourished from the time of the Romans, when it was known as Curicum. Krk is home to the Baska tablet, one of the oldest written examples of the Croatian language, dating from 1100. In addition to Krk and Baska, other noteworthy towns and villages on Krk include Vrbnik, Malinska, and Omisalj.
Visit and explore the Biserujka Cave, Frankopan Castle, Košljun, Baška`s Vela Beach, Oprna Bay, Vrbnik, Malinska, Omisalj, Baška Tablet, and so much more.
2 nights in Pag Island
If you are looking for an off-the-beaten-path travel destination in Europe, look no further than Pag Island, which boasts the longest coastline of any of the Croatian islands, clocking in at 167 miles. Looking at the hills above the island's settlements, you will notice a rocky landscape of karst and salt that looks not unlike the surface of the moon. In recent years, young travelers have flocked to Pag not only for its Instagram-worthy panoramas but also for its nightlife, most notably clustered around Zrce Beach near Novalja. In addition, Pag is well-known for its sheep's milk cheese, its lace production, its salt fields, and its numerous vineyards. There are two towns on Pag Island: Pag and Novalja, as well as accommodation options in villages like Stara Novalja, Kolan, and Vlasici.
Discover and explore the incredible Pag cheesemaking experience in Kolan, Beriknica Beach, Rucica Beach, Zrce Beach, Pag Town, Novalja, Stara Novalja, Gajac, Pag`s karst hills, and so much more.
2 nights in Zadar
Zadar, the fifth-largest city in Croatia, boasts a long tradition and a rich cultural heritage. The town is fortified with thick walls, renowned for their impressive ports, such as the Harbor Port and the Mainland Port, which date back to the sixteenth century. Zadar's most impressive sight is the pre-Romanesque Church of St. Donatus. The town is also famous for having the most beautiful Romanesque churches in Croatia, such as the Cathedral of St. Anastasia, the Church of St. Chrysogonus and the Bell-tower of St. Mary.
Visit and discover the great Zadar's Old Town, Puntamika Beach, Kolovare Beach, Borik Beach, The Marinas, Zadar Cathedral, the Roman Forum of Iadera, Church of St. Donatus, St. Mary`s Church, Zadar`s Venetian defensive system, Church of St. Chrysogonus, and so much more.
<b>Croatia</b> is a fast-growing European travel destination, as Americans are becoming turned on to a destination that Europeans have visited for decades. It has some of the most popular beaches in Europe, with the numerous islands offshore considered to offer the best beaches. Croatia is also well-known for its history and geographic beauty. Croatia also offers to the tourist opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and mountain climbing at their many national parks such as Plitvice Lakes. Croatia also offers tourists the opportunity to learn about its history by visiting its many walled cities (such as Dubrovnik, Trogir, and Korcula), Roman-era buildings (of which Diocletian`s Palace is perhaps the best-known), and religious buildings such as Zagreb Cathedral in the country`s exquisite capital.
Pula - Rijeka - Krk Island - Pag Island - Zadar (Self Drive)
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Pula
Pula is one of the oldest cities in Istria, having been settled since the Bronze Age over 3,000 years ago. The Romans, capitalizing on Pula's location on a safe harbor, quickly built the settlement into a cultural center called Pietas Julia. A number of beautifully-preserved Roman buildings survive and stand today. The best-preserved Roman monument in Croatia, the Pula Arena, is located here. Other noteworthy sights include the Temple of Augustus, the Gate of Hercules, and the Arch of the Sergii. Other sights include the Austrian-era Fort Bourguignon, the hill settlement of Nesactium, and Aquarium Pula, the largest aquarium in Croatia.
Explore and discover the great Pula Arena, Arch of the Sergii, Temple of Augustus, Gate of Hercules, Hill Settlement of Nesactium, Aquarium Pula, Fort Bourguignon, Verudela Beach, Brijuni National Park, Pula Cathedral, Historical and Maritime Museum of Istria, and so much more.
The cityscape of Rijeka, located on Kvarner Gulf, comprises a variety of influences -- from Italian to Austrian, Hungarian, and finally Croatian. You can see this most on display along the waterfront (Riva) or on the pedestrianized main street which runs parallel to the Riva called the Korzo. The Italian language is seeing a renaissance in Rijeka for the first time in three generations, as evidenced by bilingual Croatian and Italian street signs installed throughout downtown. Rijeka is home to the International Carnival, the largest pre-Lent Carnival in all of Croatia, which brings 120,000 visitors to view parades on the Korzo each winter.
Visit and explore the Trsat Castle, Korzo, Cathedral of St. Vitus (Rijeka Cathedral), The Computer Museum, City Clock Tower, Sanctuary of the Mother of God, Capuchin Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Glavanovo Beach, Rijeka International Carnival, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Natural History Museum, and so much more.
Krk Island is one of the two largest islands off the coast of Croatia, exactly equal in size to nearby Cres Island. The islands sit in the Kvarner Gulf just southeast of Rijeka, and Krk Island is connected to the city of Rijeka by the Krk Bridge. With a population of 20,000, Krk is the most-populous island in the Adriatic Sea. The largest town on the island is Krk, on the southern coast. Krk flourished from the time of the Romans, when it was known as Curicum. Krk is home to the Baska tablet, one of the oldest written examples of the Croatian language, dating from 1100. In addition to Krk and Baska, other noteworthy towns and villages on Krk include Vrbnik, Malinska, and Omisalj.
Visit and explore the Biserujka Cave, Frankopan Castle, Košljun, Baška`s Vela Beach, Oprna Bay, Vrbnik, Malinska, Omisalj, Baška Tablet, and so much more.
Pag Island
If you are looking for an off-the-beaten-path travel destination in Europe, look no further than Pag Island, which boasts the longest coastline of any of the Croatian islands, clocking in at 167 miles. Looking at the hills above the island's settlements, you will notice a rocky landscape of karst and salt that looks not unlike the surface of the moon. In recent years, young travelers have flocked to Pag not only for its Instagram-worthy panoramas but also for its nightlife, most notably clustered around Zrce Beach near Novalja. In addition, Pag is well-known for its sheep's milk cheese, its lace production, its salt fields, and its numerous vineyards. There are two towns on Pag Island: Pag and Novalja, as well as accommodation options in villages like Stara Novalja, Kolan, and Vlasici.
Discover and explore the incredible Pag cheesemaking experience in Kolan, Beriknica Beach, Rucica Beach, Zrce Beach, Pag Town, Novalja, Stara Novalja, Gajac, Pag`s karst hills, and so much more.
Zadar
Zadar, the fifth-largest city in Croatia, boasts a long tradition and a rich cultural heritage. The town is fortified with thick walls, renowned for their impressive ports, such as the Harbor Port and the Mainland Port, which date back to the sixteenth century. Zadar's most impressive sight is the pre-Romanesque Church of St. Donatus. The town is also famous for having the most beautiful Romanesque churches in Croatia, such as the Cathedral of St. Anastasia, the Church of St. Chrysogonus and the Bell-tower of St. Mary.
Visit and discover the great Zadar's Old Town, Puntamika Beach, Kolovare Beach, Borik Beach, The Marinas, Zadar Cathedral, the Roman Forum of Iadera, Church of St. Donatus, St. Mary`s Church, Zadar`s Venetian defensive system, Church of St. Chrysogonus, and so much more.
