Ultimate Croatia Vacation for Aged 50+ Travelers

Diocletian's Palace in Split, Croatia

What to expect on this itinerary

Designed with senior travelers in mind, this 10-day Croatia tour leads you on an adventure that will inspire the kid in you. Croatia is a country that is imbued with a storied history, spectacular landscapes, and welcoming locals. Dine with the locals in the heart of Split, immerse yourself in the wonder of Plitvice National Park, sail to the Elaphiti islands, and explore the walled city of Dubrovnik.

Countries Visited

Croatia

Places Visited

Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice, Zadar

Suggested Duration

10 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Dubrovnik – Traverse the Walled City

When your flight lands in Dubrovnik, your private driver will greet and transfer you to your accommodation in the heart of the city. When you are ready, your guide will lead you on an in-depth walking tour of the city. During your tour, your guide will provide you with unique commentary that you cannot get with a Google search. This UNESCO World Heritage Site will prove to be an excellent introduction to Croatia. At the conclusion of your tour, you have the rest of the evening to explore the city at your leisure.

What's Included:

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Day 2

Dubrovnik – Sail to the Elaphiti Islands

Day 3

Dubrovnik – Wines of the Peljesac Peninsula

Day 4

Split – Dine with the Locals

Day 5

Split – Krka National Park

Day 6

Zadar – City Tour and Sunset Sail

Day 7

Plitvice – Plitvice National Park

Day 8

Zagreb – Private a Cooking Class

Day 9

Zagreb – The Istrian Villages of Croatia

Day 10

Zagreb – Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Indulge in a private scenic tour of Split’s best sites
  • Dine with the locals in the heart of Split
  • Wander among the waterfalls in Plitvice National Park
  • Stroll through Zagreb’s idyllic Upper Town and witness its iconic sites
  • Witness the natural beauty of Krka National Park with a full-day tour
  • Sample the flavors of the Peljesac Peninsula’s regional wines
  • Sail to the Elaphiti Islands for a day of relaxing and basking among gorgeous scenery
  • Wander through the walled city of Dubrovnik on an in-depth historical tour

Detailed Description

This 10-day Croatia tour has been handcrafted and carefully curated with senior travelers in mind. From the sparkling shores and ancient walls of Dubrovnik to the idyllic streets of Zagreb’s Upper Town, this incredible journey through Croatia will captivate and inspire you. This tour begins in Dubrovnik, where you will spend your first evening strolling the streets of the walled city. A private sail to the Elaphiti Islands will follow. Here, you will be introduced to the delights of Kolocep, Lopud, and Sipan. Wine tasting at several of the wineries of the Peljesac Peninsula will fill day three Split hosts you on day four. Upon your arrival in Split, you will tour the city’s best sites and elbows with the local residents.

The beauty of Krka National Park will be your destination for day five. Here, you can explore the great outdoors. You will then travel to Zadar, where you will tour the city’s highlights before embarking on a sunset sail. You will then visit Plitvice National Park on day seven, which will be followed by some time in Zagreb. The final three days of your European adventure will be spent in Croatia’s famed capital city, where you will explore the Upper Town and many of its iconic landmarks. You will also partake in a private cooking class that will teach you how to make an authentic Croatian dish. Your last full day will include visits to charming Croatian villages.

Starting Price

$3,300 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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Lisa P.
Croatia Tour Review: Hvar, 9 Days

My trip, curated by Zicasso, was seamless. The travel specialist really listened to my wish list of places to see and things to do. The trip itinerary couldn't have been organized any better. It was so relaxing to have everything taken care of, including transportation. She suggested other options that may have been available. Free time to explore or relax was just the right amount for me. She was always available to assist if needed. I couldn’t have asked for a better vacation.

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Aaron R.
Croatia Vacation Review: Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Zagreb, Wine Tasting, Food Tour, 9 Nights

Zicasso's travel specialist, specifically Zicasso's travel agency, was fantastic! This travel specialist tailored our trip based on our conversations. She was thorough in her communications and provided us with excellent recommendations, along with top-notch arrangements.

We had one minor issue at our hotel, and she was quick to respond and successfully resolve it to our satisfaction. We would highly recommend this travel specialist for anyone traveling to Croatia and the surrounding area. When we return to Croatia, we will use her to help us plan another perfect trip! Thank you!!!

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Betsey P.
Croatia, Slovenia Vacation Review: Ljubljana, Rovinj, Lake Bled, Truffle Hunting, 1-Week Trip

We were very pleased with all the arrangements that Zicasso's travel specialist made for us. Everything went smoothly and her recommendations as we planned the trip were right on. We might have cut our time in Ljubljana short if she hadn't suggested we stay two nights, and what a mistake that might have been! She knows the area and was extremely helpful in helping us form our itinerary, and she kept in touch electronically during the week in case we needed anything or had any questions. We were impressed with her service!

All the drivers were prompt, pleasant, and careful drivers. The local guides were good. I must mention we especially appreciated our guide in Pula, a mine of information on the history! And our guide at Lake Bled; she was informative and personable, thinking even to bring snacks and hot tea for a cool morning hike!

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Gloria S.
Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Slovenia Trip Review: Rovinj, Plitvice National Park, Hvar, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Kotor, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel specialist created a memorable and nearly stress-free trip for us. I can’t recommend this travel specialist’s services highly enough. She made getting from place to place easy and the local guides she chose were terrific. We saw so many places we would not have known about if it weren’t for the travel specialist and enjoyed them so much more because of our local guides

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Richard W.
Croatia, Slovenia Tour Review: Dubrovnik, 2-Week Trip

I thought this was a well-planned itinerary. The route made sense and I enjoyed all of the places we visited. Our guides and drivers were friendly and well-informed. Our hotels were generally very good.

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Christina H.
Croatia 30th-Anniversary Trip Review: Dubrovnik, Split, Krka, Wine Tasting, Food Experience, 1 Week

I told Zicasso’s travel specialist that my husband and I enjoyed food, wine, and culture, and he delivered in spades.

We experienced several different types of wineries and food tours/meals—from market tours to small wine tastings and meals in family-run farms and seaside, seafood gems. We had no idea that Croatia was such a foodie haven!

We especially enjoyed the smaller towns and Krka. Our guides and our drivers were very knowledgeable about the area and history, and we learned a lot. Generally, we liked Dubrovnik better than Split, as Split seemed a little more geared toward younger partiers, but we did have some amazing meals there.

Overall, we had an incredible 30th-anniversary trip to Croatia and would definitely recommend Zicasso’s tour operator.

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Customizable Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to inspire a personalized trip designed with your travel specialist.

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