Our New Croatia Tours for 2026 are Totally Different… Take a Peek
Overseeing a wave of new Croatian itineraries has meant more than simply planning new routes for Natasha Moore, our dedicated Croatia expert.
It’s allowed her to reshape how we tell the story of the country, bringing lesser-visited regions, national parks and community-led experiences to the forefront.
Until recently, our itineraries mainly focused on the Dalmatian Coast, but Natasha felt that Croatia deserved a broader canvas.
“Dubrovnik is beautiful, of course,” she says, “but it doesn’t encapsulate everything Croatia has to offer. I wanted to design tours that stretched beyond the familiar, weaving in national parks, medieval towns, Venetian-influenced hilltop villages and lesser-visited regions that reveal the country’s true character.”
“I wanted to design tours that stretched beyond the familiar ”
At the core of this rethink is Discover Croatia, a new itinerary traveling from Zagreb to Dubrovnik. It balances iconic sites with moments that surprise: the gravity-defying waterfalls of Krka National Park, centuries-old wooden watermills in Rastoke, Venetian palaces in Trogir, and wine tastings that showcase Croatia’s terroir.
Natasha particularly champions Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO-listed national park set between Zagreb and Zadar in Croatia’s forested interior. Made up of 16 terraced lakes and more than 90 waterfalls, this area was formed over thousands of years by calcium carbonate deposits.
She describes it as “ethereal… every person sees it differently because the colours shift with the sediments, the microorganisms, even the time of day. It’s the sort of landscape that lingers long after you’ve left. Your breath hitches when you see it”, she says – and for many travelers, it becomes the Croatia moment.
“We wanted variety,” she explains. “Not just geography, but texture, food, history, nature, all working together.” And that variety begins early in Zadar, where you are introduced to the Sea Organ, a modern architectural installation.
Designed by Nikola Bašić in 2005, the structure uses chambers beneath the promenade, allowing the movement of the waves to produce harmonised tones.
“You wouldn’t immediately associate something like that with Croatia,” Natasha says, “but it’s unique. No two performances are ever the same. And we stay just a short walk from the waterfront, so you can visit in your own time, taking as long as you wish.”
From Zadar, the tour continues to Krka National Park before reaching Stella Croatica, a family-run estate outside Split.
Here you’ll learn how regional ingredients and time-honored Dalmatian methods shape the wines you sample. It’s an experience, Natasha points out, that is often missing from competitor itineraries, which tend to rush past these kinds of local, small-scale productions.
The itinerary then moves on to Split and Trogir, and later to Ston, where you’ll sample oysters straight from the town’s farms and gain insight into a centuries-old tradition of salt and shellfish production that still supports the local community.
As Natasha explains, “It’s these community-focused experiences, coupled with the expert insights of our local guides, that bring the country’s stories and landscapes into sharper focus.
“And whether you choose to cycle the Istrian Riviera, hike the northern lakes and islands, or journey from north to south along the coast, you’ll discover the heart of Croatia: its history, traditions and people.”
Introducing: Our New Trips in Croatia
When it comes to telling the story of Croatia, these new adventures go deeper and further than ever before. Here’s what you can expect.
1. Croatia Adventure
Hike, bike, and kayak along the coast from Split to Dubrovnik, with time to uncover the food and wines of the region. Trek to the summit of Brač, cycle through pine forests in Mljet National Park, and paddle the calm waters off Korčula.
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Croatia Adventure
Hike, bike, and kayak: Uncover Croatia’s coast through land, sea and the expertise of your local tour leader
2. Cycling Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula
Pedal through Istria’s best routes, taking in coastal paths, forest trails, and backroads that cut across truffle country before exploring Rovinj and Pula. Add a family-run wine tasting and Roman ruins, and you’ve got a cycling tour with a very satisfying work-to-reward ratio.
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Cycling Croatia's Istrian Peninsula
Cycle sunlit Istria, where coastal trails and ancient history come alive with our tour leader’s local insight
3. Walking North Croatia’s Islands & Lakes
Discover Zagreb, then walk Plitvice’s waterfall-fed lakes before heading to Krk and Cres for vineyard, village, and shoreline trails. Taste wine and cheese in Vrbnik and finish on the Lungomare’s Lovran–Opatija stretch, a classic route showcasing northern Croatia’s quiet Adriatic charm.
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Walking North Croatia's Islands & Lakes
Discover the most beautiful hiking trails and views with the help of our expert tour leader
4. Discover Croatia
Journey from Zagreb to Dubrovnik, uncovering the history, culture, and landscapes that define Croatia. Wander the cobbled streets of Split and Dubrovnik, explore the cascading lakes of Plitvice National Park, and island-hop along the Adriatic coast. With guided city tours, coastal scenery, and time to sample local food and wine, this trip offers a richly layered introduction to the best of Croatia.
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Discover Croatia
Enjoy Croatia’s many wonders, from waterfalls and renowned wines to Roman ruins and the Plitvice Lakes
