33 days in Croatia Itinerary

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Cavtat Cemetery and Upper Corner Tower Foundry Museum. Step out of the city life by going to Lokrum Island and Lopud Island. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dubrovnik: Cavtat (Church of St Nicholas, Vlaho Bukovac House, &more). And it doesn't end there: whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, contemplate the long history of Walls of Dubrovnik, enjoy the sand and surf at Sveti Jakov Beach, and stroll through Srebreno Beach.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico to Dubrovnik is an approximately 21-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from San Juan to Dubrovnik is 5 hours. Traveling from San Juan in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Dubrovnik, with lows of 69°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to ride a ferry to Korcula Town.

Korcula Town perches on the edge of the island's eastern coastline.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Sat): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Mark's Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Korcula Old City, cast your line with a fishing tour, kick back and relax at Vela Przina Beach, then do a tasting at Popic Winery Lumbarda, and finally stop by Trezor Unique Handmade Jewellery.

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Traveling by ferry from Dubrovnik to Korcula Town takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 88°F in July, and nighttime lows around 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can travel to Hvar.

The Croatian island of Hvar serves as a picturesque location for a Mediterranean holiday, with a range of offerings from quiet coves to a lively medieval town.

Visiting Dubovica Beach and Sveta Nedilja will get you outdoors. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Jerolim. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Mlini Beach, admire the striking features of Franciscan Monastery, kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Zarace, and don't miss a visit to Zarace Village.

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Traveling by combination of ferry and taxi from Korcula Town to Hvar takes 2.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Hvar can reach 88°F, while at night they dip to 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Bol.

An hour boat ride from Split on the island of Brac, Bol boasts a charming old town, pebble beach, and great windsurfing conditions.

Keep things going the next day: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, kick back and relax at Zlatni Rat Beach (Golden Horn), then learn about winemaking at Stina, and finally stroll through Paklina Beach.

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You can ride a ferry from Hvar to Bol in an hour. In July, daily temperatures in Bol can reach 88°F, while at night they dip to 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to ride a ferry to Split.

Experience an authentic Adriatic lifestyle in Split, the largest city along the sea's coast.

Step off the beaten path and head to Cetina River and Adrenaline & Extreme Tours. Take a break from the city and head to Tucepi Beach and Bacvice Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Split: Hilltop 15th Century Church of St. George in Old Town Primosten (in Primosten), Makarska Harbour (in Makarska) and Omiš Cetina Canyon (in Omiš). And it doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, don't miss a visit to Split Synagogue, tour the pleasant surroundings at Marjan Park, and explore the world behind art at Galerija Mestrovic.

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Ride a ferry from Bol to Split in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or take a bus. In July in Split, expect temperatures between 88°F during the day and 72°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Zadar.

Situated along the Adriatic Sea, Zadar preserves a medieval old town that is entirely contained on a peninsula.

Get outdoors at Jadro Beach and Adriatic Coast. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Rak Winery and Scuba & Snorkeling. Venture out of the city with trips to Vransko Jezero Nature Park (in Biograd na Moru), Wine Garden (in Skradin) and Modric Cave (in Rovanjska). There's still lots to do: explore the ancient world of Zadar Land City Gates, enjoy the sand and surf at Nin's Lagoon, stop by Natura Zara, and trot along with a tour on horseback.

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Getting from Split to Zadar by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Split in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Zadar, with lows of 63°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can go by car to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Plitvice Lakes National Park, a World Heritage Site, showcases 16 crystalline lakes connected by waterfalls.

Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of Veliki Slap, contemplate the waterfront views at Burgeti Lakes, contemplate the waterfront views at Gavanovac Lake, then contemplate the waterfront views at Galovac Lake, and finally explore the striking landscape at Veliki Prstavac.

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You can drive from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes National Park in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Pula.

It's the mild climate and calm seas of Pula that draw visitors to the southernmost point of the Istrian peninsula, but the city's ample Roman architecture is a key reason they stay.

Get in touch with nature at Kap Kamenjak and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Benazic Winery and Museum Olei Histriae. And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Penizule Beach, admire the landmark architecture of Arch of the Sergi, tour the pleasant surroundings at Felsen Strand, and step off the mainland to explore Ceja Island.

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You can drive from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Pula in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In July in Pula, expect temperatures between 86°F during the day and 64°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Krk Island.

A trip to Krk Island ensures you enjoy some Italian atmosphere and loads of Croatian culture.

Step off the beaten path and head to Stara Baska (Old Baska) and Hang-Loose-Diving. Visiting Soline Bay and Košljun will get you outdoors. Go for a jaunt from Krk Island to Rijeka to see Sablicevo about 1 hour away. The adventure continues: contemplate the waterfront views at Oprna Bay, appreciate the extensive heritage of Baska, don't miss a visit to Klancic Narrow Street, and enjoy the sand and surf at Punat Beach.

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Traveling by car from Pula to Krk Island takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Pula in July since evenings lows in Krk Island dip to 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Zagreb.

Zagreb boasts a combination of Austro-Hungarian and Socialist architecture, but it is beloved for its outdoor cafe culture.

On the 31st (Mon), explore the activities along Jarun Lake, make a trip to Republic of Croatia Square / Trg Republike Hrvatske, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, examine the collection at Museum of Broken Relationships, then examine the collection at Zagreb 80's Museum, and finally make a trip to Tunel Gric.

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Drive from Krk Island to Zagreb in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and train. Traveling from Krk Island in July, Zagreb is a bit cooler at night with lows of 60°F. On the 1st (Tue), you'll travel back home.