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Croatia is a European jewel of a country, with its amazing Adriatic coast boasting a Mediterranean climate, sensational azure seas, idyllic and unspoilt islands and charming historic cities. Enjoy the outdoors lifestyle of the lively capital, Zagreb, with its cafe culture, then stop off in Croatia's second-largest city, Split, where you can set off on a sailing adventure across the awesome Adriatic Sea, island-hopping all the way to the stunning ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. You'll be blown away by the beauty of this famous city and the views across the turquoise waters in this charming corner of Croatia. Be captivated by Croatia and have a unique European experience!

Read more in our Croatia Travel Guide.

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Zagreb

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Language

Croatian

Dialling Code

+385

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Croatia Highlights

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Dubrovnik

No phrase captures Dubrovnik better than “Paradise on Earth.” Step inside those ancient stone walls and peel back centuries of history. Uncover magic around every corner as you wander the historic laneways, get starstruck by the filming locations of Game of Thrones, or kayak in the crystal-clear waters beyond the city borders.

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Croatia Island-Hopping

Wondering what a day in the life looks like on our Croatia trips? Enjoy lazy mornings gliding across the ocean, lounging on the sundeck, curling up with a good book and indulging in food spreads that taste like heaven on a plate. When evening rolls around, raise a glass with your new travel crew. It’s more than a dream come true.

Cruise sailboats docked at harbour in Hvar at nighttime backed by hills and illuminated buildings

Hvar

If you think that Hvar throws a good party, think bigger. Get ready for one of the most exhilarating evenings of your life at Croatia’s most iconic beach clubs and underground lounges. Dance to the DJ sets, catch the famous fire shows and sip cocktails over the ocean views. Your perfect night out in Hvar is just waiting to be found.

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Split

From the moment you land in Split on our Croatia tours, you won’t be able to get this city out of your head. Backed by mountains and opening onto the Adriatic Sea, its natural beauty speaks for itself. What takes Split into legendary status is Diocletian's Palace: stunning Roman ruins in the bustling heart of the city.

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Plitvice Lakes

Unveil Croatia’s enchanting fairytale setting at the Plitvice Lakes, where cascading waterfalls lead to hidden caves, forested hills and bright emerald pools of water. Wooden footbridges connect all 16 of the national park’s famous lakes, inviting you closer into the wilderness that transforms with every season.

Scenic viewpoint of Korcula Old Town with island in distance, blue sea and dark green forest

Korcula

Craving the easy island life? Korcula invites you to slow down and soak in those irresistible ocean views. Stretch out on secluded beaches, or cave into your curiosity with pine-scented trails that wind along the coast. After sunset, an evening of dinner, drinks and laughter at the Old Town’s candle-lit rooftop terraces ends the day in style.

Croatia Travel Advice

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Climate & Weather

Croatia enjoys a temperate climate with hot summers and mild winters. It is generally warmer along the coast. Average temperatures can vary depending on the time of year. The coldest month in Croatia is typically January, with temperatures averaging around 5°C or below.

Meanwhile, July and August are the hottest months of the year in Croatia. Temperatures can reach 30°C or above, making Croatia an ideal choice for a hot summer getaway in Europe.

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Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit on our Croatia trips comes down to preference. May to September is the most popular time of year due to the warm and sunny weather, which makes sailing around Croatia and exploring the coast feel like a dream come true. Generally, the months of May, June and September promise slightly cooler temperatures, whereas July and August tend to be hotter.

Meanwhile, October to March is favourable if you are interested in exploring Croatia’s cities. This can be an amazing option if you are looking to visit several countries in Europe on a multi-country tour.

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Customs & Culture

Croatia is home to a variety of different cultural influences, including Slavic, Balkan and Mediterranean. This country shares similar customs to the UK. Punctuality and dressing modestly at religious sites are valued.

On our Croatia tours, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the country’s most gorgeous beaches and natural sights, such as waterfall parks. The food in Croatia is a must-try, with some stand-out dishes including seafood risotto, meaty stews, roasted vegetables and truffles, alongside fresh fruits and salads.

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Passports & Visas

Entry requirements and visa regulations are different for every destination and your purpose of travel. We recommend staying updated on the latest official information before you go travelling. Your passport should be undamaged and have enough blank pages for stamps and visas. Many countries require your passport to have at least 6 months of validity beyond the date of entry.

For more information and resources regarding entry requirements, check out our Visa Advice page.

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Health & Safety

At Gap 360, your safety and well-being are our top priorities. From the moment your trip is confirmed until you arrive back home, you'll have access to a 24/7 emergency contact number for any urgent issues. For anything non-urgent, our friendly team is also available during office hours to help.

We strongly recommend checking the FCDO advice for Croatia, as it's regularly updated with the latest safety and travel information and you can even sign up for email alerts to stay informed of any changes. In addition, you can check the FCDO general travel advice for British nationals abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Croatian is the main and official language of Croatia, with English being widely spoken throughout the country’s most popular destinations.

At Gap 360, our biggest priority is ensuring that travellers feel safe and supported on their adventures abroad. Before your departure on our Croatia trips, you will have access to our health and safety information with advice for your travels and country fact-files for Croatia. You’ll also have access to a 24/7 emergency support number, operated by our UK-based team, to assist you while you're travelling. We always encourage travellers to do their own research before visiting a destination, or if you have any questions, we are just a message or phone call away.

Croatia is more known for its beautiful pebble beaches, which many travellers actually prefer. There are still a few sandy beaches in Croatia that you can visit, such as Golden Horn Beach (‘Zlatni Rat’) on Brač island.

Tap water is generally safe to drink in Croatia. However, we always recommend checking with your trip leader or accommodation provider.

Flights to Croatia from the UK typically take around 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Croatia Trip Reviews

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Jessica Lucas

AMAZING

Katie Bainbridge

The Croatia sailing trip was an amazing unique experience. The tour leader Becca and the crew of Leorando were great, with so much experience, tour knowledge and fun energy. Everything was taken care of impeccably from the…

Zoe Bonnell

It was one of the best holidays of my life!! It's such an efficient way of travelling. Everything is sorted for you but with the freedom to also do your own thing. Also, the people you meet on these tours are amazing!

Siobhan

This trip was full on, every second day you'd be traveling somewhere new and every day was jam packed with sightseeing, activities and parties, and I loved every minute of it. Made so many friends for life.

Ella-Louise Birch

Amazing. The best thing I have ever done. I am 100% going to be booking another trip.

Dana Roberts

A mind opening experience which pushed me out of my comfort zone and gave me me memories and experiences for life.

Constance Grantham

Best trip ever! I met the best people and just want to do it all over again!

Sarah Hemsley

I had the most amazing time on Gap 360's Ultimate Croatia trip and I recommend it to everyone! Living and travelling on a boat was by far the best way to experience Croatia and its gorgeous islands! Hvar, Mjlet and Dubrovnik (aka…

Mia Cohen

AMAZING. Everyone was so friendly, great group of people, but mainly the tour guide Ori who organised so much more than we anticipated, I experienced so much more than I could've imagined and pushed myself to my limits as was very…

Emily Welborn

My trip in Croatia was incredible!! We got to travel around and see so many amazing places. Ivan did everything to ensure everyone was happy during the trip, creating fun days and evenings for us all. I came to the tour on my own…

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