7-Day Croatia Itinerary with Detailed Cost Breakdown for an Unforgettable Experience

Day 1: Zagreb Exploration

Zagreb, Croatia on June 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vincek

Begin with Croatian pastries and coffee at Vincek, open 7am-8pm. Expect about 10 EUR.
EUR10, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Zagreb Upper Town

Self-guided walk through St. Mark's Church, Lotrščak Tower (free entry), and surrounding historic sights.
EUR0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at La Štruk

Enjoy traditional štrukli for around 15 EUR; restaurant open 11am-10pm.
EUR15, 1h0m

2:00pm

Croatian Museum of Naive Art

Visit this charming museum showcasing folk art, open 10am-6pm, entrance fee about 6 EUR.
EUR6, 1h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at Agava Restaurant

Savor Dalmatian dishes with local wine; expect to spend about 30 EUR per person.
EUR30, 1h30m

7:00pm

Overnight accommodation

Stay at a mid-range hotel in Zagreb - approx. 90 EUR per night.
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Day 2: Plitvice Lakes National Park

Plitvice, Croatia on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy breakfast included with your accommodation.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Travel to Plitvice

Bus or car transfer costing around 15 EUR; travel time about 2 hours.
EUR15, 2h0m

10:30am

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Explore stunning waterfalls and lakes; entry fee about 40 EUR; park open 7am-8pm.
EUR40, 4h0m

3:00pm

Lunch at Licka Kuca

Enjoy traditional local cuisine for approx. 18 EUR; open till 5pm.
EUR18, 1h0m

5:00pm

Stay near Plitvice

Relax at a guesthouse, approx. 75 EUR per night.
EUR75, ---
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Day 3: Travel to Split

Split, Croatia on June 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at guesthouse

Included with your stay to start your day well.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Split

Bus ride costing about 20 EUR; trip duration roughly 3 hours.
EUR20, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Konoba Nikola

Enjoy fresh seafood near the sea for around 25 EUR; open 12pm-10pm.
EUR25, 1h0m

2:00pm

Diocletian's Palace

Self-explore this ancient Roman monument, free; open 9am-7pm.
EUR0, 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Villa Spiza

Taste homemade Croatian dishes for approx. 20 EUR; open till 11pm.
EUR20, 1h30m

8:00pm

Overnight at Split hotel

Mid-range hotel accommodation costing about 100 EUR.
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Day 4: Beaches & Marjan

Split, Croatia on June 15, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Bokeria Kitchen & Wine

Enjoy a stylish breakfast for around 15 EUR; open 8am to 11pm.
EUR15, 1h0m

10:00am

Relax at Bacvice Beach

Free access to sandy beach for swimming and sunbathing all day.
EUR0, 3h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Fife Restaurant

Affordable Dalmatian fare for about 15 EUR; open 11am to 11pm.
EUR15, 1h0m

3:00pm

Hike Marjan Hill

Explore nature and panoramic views for free during daylight hours.
EUR0, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Zinfandel Food & Wine Bar

Delicious Croatian cuisine paired with wines for about 30 EUR; open till midnight.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 5: Travel to Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, Croatia on June 16, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Nourishing start included with stay.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Bus to Dubrovnik

Coastal route bus ticket around 25 EUR, travel time approx. 4.5 hours.
EUR25, 4h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Nautika

Fine seafood dining with sea views for about 45 EUR; open 12pm - 10pm.
EUR45, 1h0m

3:00pm

Check-in & rest

Stay at a mid-range hotel in Dubrovnik for approx. 100 EUR per night.
EUR100, ---

5:00pm

Walk Dubrovnik City Walls

Historic walls tour with panoramic views, 35 EUR entry, open 8am-7pm.
EUR35, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Proto

Taste Dalmatian seafood dishes for approx. 50 EUR; open until 11pm.
EUR50, 1h30m
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Day 6: Dubrovnik Highlights

Dubrovnik, Croatia on June 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Revelin Culture Club

Breakfast with views for ~15 EUR; opens at 8am.
EUR15, 1h0m

9:30am

Guided Old Town Tour

2-hour immersive early morning tour for approx. 20 EUR; starts at 10am.
EUR20, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Taj Mahal

Bosnian and Dalmatian dishes for about 20 EUR; open 11am-10pm.
EUR20, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lokrum Island Boat Trip

15-min ferry (15 EUR round trip) to nature reserve with walking trails and beach, open 9am-sunset.
EUR15, 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Above 5 Restaurant

Rooftop modern Croatian cuisine for approx. 50 EUR; open till 11pm.
EUR50, 1h30m
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Day 7: Departure

Dubrovnik, Croatia on June 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Relaxed breakfast included with your stay.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Souvenir Shopping & Final Walk

Last chance to soak up the old town atmosphere and shop for Croatian souvenirs, free to explore.
EUR0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport

Taxi or shuttle costing approximately 10 EUR, 30-minute ride to the airport.
EUR10, 1h0m
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