Croatia Itinerary

The ancient port city of Split is guaranteed to get your imagination flowing. The main bulk of the city comprises of Diocletian’s Palace, an imposing Roman fortress dating from the 3^rd century. Climb the cathedral bell tower as well as descending into the underground passages.

Twenty minutes north of Split you can climb the dramatic fortress of Klis. If you feel like the sights of Split seem eerily familiar, it could be because Game of Thrones was filmed there! For big fans of the show, there’s even a dedicated tour.

Karlovac is known as the town on 4 rivers. Stop here to appreciate Croatia's natural beauty and outdoor activities. Go rafting or kayaking on the Mrežnica River, mountain biking in the Kozjača forest, or leap from the jumping platform at Foginovo, an official bathing area on the Korana River.

Some say that a 5^th river runs with beer from the major Croatian brewery Karlovačka. Sample the beer fresh from its source at a café within the star shaped town walls, and visit the quaint 13^th century Dubovac Castle in the hillside Old Town.

In Rijeka you’ll find industrial heritage woven around elaborate Austro-Hungarian architecture. Climb the 561 steps to Trsat Castle for a rewarding view of the city, then delve into Rijeka’s distant and recent past at the Maritime and Historical Museum. For avid gamers, a visit to see retro consoles at the quirky Peek & Poke Computer Museum is not to be missed.

Shopaholics can get their fill in Korzo, at the heart of Rijeka’s Old Town. Grab a drink in Korzo or wait until the evening to head down to the waterfront, where the bright lights of the city reflect vibrantly off the water.

There’s plenty for you to see and do in Osijek, the up-and-coming, cosmopolitan capital of Slavonia, in eastern Croatia. The imposing Church of St Peter and St Paul rises above the city, while the 18^th century Tvrđa fortification breathes history.

For a sobering insight into the devastation of the Croatian War of Independence in the early 90’s, take the train to nearby Vukovar. Just 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) northeast of Osijek, you can also visit the beautiful Kopački rit Nature Park. The park's forested wetlands are perfect for bird, deer, and wild boar watching.