Zadar - Plitvice Lakes - Zagreb (Self Drive)
❮Zadar - Plitvice Lakes - Zagreb (Self Drive)
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This 7 night sample itinerary includes:
- Flight into Zadar and out of Zagreb
- Rental Car for 8 days
- Hotel for 3 nights in Zadar
- Hotel for 2 nights in The Plitvice Lakes
- Hotel for 2 nights in Zagreb
Driving Time
Zadar - Plitvice Lakes: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx.
Plitvice Lakes- Zagreb: 2 hrs. approx.
See beautiful Croatia! through three of its amazing destinations!. Begin your vacations in Zadar (located at the Dalmatian coast. Because of its rich heritage, Zadar is today one of the most popular Croatian tourist destinations, named "entertainment center of the Adriatic), continue to The Plitvice Lakes (The Plitvice Lakes National Park offer to its visitors sixteen lakes, inter-connected by a series of waterfalls, and set in deep woodland populated by deer, bears, wolves, boars and rare bird species), and finally stay in Zagreb (the most important transport hub in Croatia where Central Europe, the Mediterranean and Southeast Europe meet, a vibrant destination with modern shops and fascinating museums). Travel with a rental car which allows you an opportunity to explore everything on offer at your own leisure!. This is a flexible package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Zadar
Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Departing from Zadar
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Plitvice Lakes
Day 4Day 5Day 6Departing from Plitvice Lakes
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Zagreb
Day 6Day 7Day 8Departing from Zagreb

Croatia
Croatia 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.
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Trip Summary
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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.br /> Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: 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!
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Plitvice Lakes
The Plitvice Lakes are located in the national park of the same name in central Croatia, close to the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina, connected to the Adriatic coast by highway. The sixteen lakes are spread out across a five-mile decline from north to south, with all the lakes connected by waterfalls and tributaries amongst a backdrop of stark karst and beautiful foliage. One of the most popular sights in Croatia, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasting over 1.5 million visitors in 2018 alone. The town closest to the lakes is called Plitvicka Jezera (which translates to Plitvice Lakes); nearby towns to the north include Rakovica, Grabovac, Smoljanac, and Poljanak, while towns to the south include Jezerce, Rudanovac, Vrelo Korenicko, Vranovaca, and Korenica. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvicka Jezera, Jezerce, Rudanovac, Vrelo Korenicko, Vranovaca, Korenica, Poljanak, Smoljanac, Grabovac, Rakovica, Lake Kozjak, and so much more!
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Zagreb
Zagreb is the cultural, scientific, economic, political and administrative center of Croatia. It is known as the City of Museums, as there are more of them per square foot than any other city in the world. Zagreb is a vibrant, modern destination with a variety of shops, quality restaurants and sports and recreation facilities. The historical part of the city to the north is comprised of the Upper Town and Kaptol, a medieval urban complex of churches, palaces, museums, galleries and government buildings. Of particular note is the breathtaking Gothic-style Zagreb Cathedral, from which the entire city was born. Explore the Kaptol, Upper Town, Lower Town, Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark's Church, Art Pavilion, Mestrovic Pavilion, Mimara Museum, Lotrscak Tower, Kamenita vrata, Ilica, King Tomislav Square, Lenuci's Horseshoe, Ban Josip Jelacic Square, and so much more!

Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
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!








Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvicka Jezera, Jezerce, Rudanovac, Vrelo Korenicko, Vranovaca, Korenica, Poljanak, Smoljanac, Grabovac, Rakovica, Lake Kozjak, and so much more!

Explore the Kaptol, Upper Town, Lower Town, Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark's Church, Art Pavilion, Mestrovic Pavilion, Mimara Museum, Lotrscak Tower, Kamenita vrata, Ilica, King Tomislav Square, Lenuci's Horseshoe, Ban Josip Jelacic Square, and so much more!






