Cheap 12-Day Croatia Road Trip from Zagreb to Rijeka, Pula, Senj, and Zadar

You'll pick up your rental car in Zagreb and begin your adventure in Croatia.

Zagreb is a popular cheap holiday destination in Croatia with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Zagreb and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Park Maksimir will make your cheap holiday in Croatia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,174 visitors.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Zagreb. An excellent example is the popular HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

Vintage Industrial Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 4,500 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Zagreb we recommend is Hub Cooltura Pub, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,249 customers.

Mr. Fogg is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,233 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

Today's agenda is to explore Zagreb and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Zagreb.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Museum of Broken Relationships. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 6,957 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Stone Gate. This spectacular city gate and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,601 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Bundek during a vacation in Zagreb. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Bundek has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 15,180 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Croatia more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Zagreb, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zagreb for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Roots - juice & cocktail bar is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 800 customers.

Restoran Vegehop is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Zagreb. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Vinodol, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,410 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Zagreb, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Zagreb.

Swanky Monkey Garden is a fantastic bar many locals in Zagreb recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Dubravkin put, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,365 customers.

Cheese Bar is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Zagreb. Customers have rated the exciting Cheese Bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,097 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Zagreb and end your day in the city of Rijeka, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Zagreb is the amazing Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,613 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Zagreb Cathedral. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,381 travelers, a visit to this well-known catholic cathedral and sightseeing spot in Zagreb is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Zagreb is the outstanding Ribnjak Park. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,263 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Croatia, drop by the popular Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,528 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Technical Museum. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,180 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Croatia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Croatia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Croatia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Croatia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rijeka. Rijeka is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Rijeka that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Rijeka is Konoba Tarsa. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,076 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Rijeka, Barbacoa is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,487 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Konoba Fiume. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Rijeka enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 933 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Rijeka’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit The Beertija Klub. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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You still have 1 night left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Croatia.

Today’s adventure starts in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is a popular cheap holiday destination in Croatia and the home of the wonderful Trsat Castle. This amazing attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,516 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is the fascinating Church of Mary of God of Trsat. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this church and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,485 reviews.

To make your time in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County more memorable, visit the incredible Maiden with the Seagull. This well-known sculpture and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,947 visitors.

The outstanding Nature Park Učka is another attraction you’ll want to include in your road trip itinerary today. This popular place of interest is a famous park in the area. More than 4,438 visitors have rated the spectacular Nature Park Učka an average of 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating.

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When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Rijeka.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Boonker. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,735 customers.

Bistro Mornar is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Rijeka. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,156 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Rijeka, River. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,197 customers.

Pet Jedan Tapas Bar is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Rijeka. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 898 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Pub "Bačva". This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Rijeka. Pub "Bačva" has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Croatia! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Rijeka!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Istria County and end your day in the city of Pula, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Istria County is the amazing Baredine Cave. This travel destination is a show cave that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,659 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Church of Saint Euphemia. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,222 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Istria County is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Istria County is the outstanding Park forest Zlatni Rt. This park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,231 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Croatia, drop by the popular Morosini - Grimani Castle. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,836 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Fasana. This shopping mall is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,543 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Croatia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Croatia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Croatia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Croatia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pula. Pula is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Pula that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pula is Veritas Food&Wine. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,550 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pula, Pizzeria Jupiter is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,601 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pula enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pula’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Rock Bar Mimoza. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 613 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Shipyard Pub. This popular bar in Pula has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,622 bar-goers.

You can also go to Zeppelin - Beach & lounge bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Zeppelin - Beach & lounge bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,777 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Pula and end your day in the city of Senj, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Pula is the amazing Pula Arena. This travel destination is a roman amphitheatre that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,562 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Forum Square. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,726 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Pula is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Pula is the outstanding Temple of Augustus. This archaeological site has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,904 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Croatia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Croatia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Croatia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Croatia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Senj. Senj is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Senj that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Senj is Tavern Kod Veska. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 822 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Senj, Restaurant-pizzeria Tropicana is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,087 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pizzeria King. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Senj enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 841 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Senj’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Pirassa Caffe Gelateria. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 120 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restoran "Krešimir". This popular bar in Senj has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 146 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lika-Senj County and end your day in the city of Zadar, where you'll stay for 3 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Lika-Senj County is the amazing Park Nehaj. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 61 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Nehaj Fortress. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,527 travelers, a visit to this well-known fortress and sightseeing spot in Lika-Senj County is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lika-Senj County is the outstanding Grabovača. This protected area has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,192 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Croatia, drop by the popular Nikola Tesla Memorial Center. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,934 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Croatia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Croatia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Croatia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Croatia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zadar. Zadar is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Zadar that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Zadar is Restoran 4 Kantuna. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,300 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Zadar, Konoba Rafaelo is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,104 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pet Bunara Dine & Wine. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Zadar enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,856 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Zadar’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Deja Brew Pub Zadar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 735 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is BackStage Bar. This popular bar in Zadar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 508 bar-goers.

You can also go to Harbor CookHouse & Club as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Harbor CookHouse & Club is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 3,272 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

Day 8 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Croatia is proof that there's more to the city of Zadar than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Zadar and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Zadar.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Sea organ. This incredible attraction is a tide organ that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 56,635 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Roman Forum. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,627 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Church of St. Donatus during a vacation in Zadar. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Church of St. Donatus has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,633 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Croatia is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Narodni trg. This popular place of interest in Zadar is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 6,549 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Zadar when you include the fantastic Market Zadar to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating best-rated sightseeing destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,601 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Croatia more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Zadar, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zadar for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Trattoria Mediterraneo is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 762 customers.

Restoran Bruschetta is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Zadar. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,370 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Zadar, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Zadar.

Beach Bar Bamboo is a fantastic bar many locals in Zadar recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at La Famiglia, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,083 customers.

The Garden Lounge is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Zadar. Customers have rated the exciting The Garden Lounge an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,269 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

Today's agenda is to explore Zadar and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Zadar.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Solana Nin Salt Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 3,329 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Paški most. This spectacular road bridge and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 4,358 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Maslenica Bridge during a vacation in Zadar. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Maslenica Bridge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 3,517 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Croatia is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Pariževačka glavica. This popular place of interest in Zadar is a valued landmark that has a rating of 4.9 out of a 5-star rating from 2,644 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Zadar when you include the fantastic Paklenica National Park to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,802 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Croatia more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Zadar, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zadar for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Restaurant 2Ribara is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,703 customers.

Restaurant Malo Misto is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Zadar. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,645 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Proto Food&More, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,389 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Zadar, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Zadar.

Yachting Bar & Club is a fantastic bar many locals in Zadar recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Restaurant Taverna, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 825 customers.

Caffe Bar Kult is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Zadar. Customers have rated the exciting Caffe Bar Kult an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 675 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 10 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Šibenik and end your day in the city of Lika-Senj County, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Šibenik is the amazing Skradinski buk. This travel destination is a waterfall that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,042 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Krka National Park. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58,359 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Šibenik is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Šibenik is the outstanding Roski waterfall. This park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,525 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Croatia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Croatia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Croatia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Croatia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lika-Senj County. Lika-Senj County is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lika-Senj County that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lika-Senj County is Bistro & Pizzeria Tomislav. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,954 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lika-Senj County enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lika-Senj County’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit The Highlanders pub. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 928 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bistro @ izletište Travel. This popular bar in Lika-Senj County has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 175 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 11 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,578 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Samobor Castle.

This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 160 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Croatia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Croatia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Croatia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Croatia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zagreb. Zagreb is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Zagreb that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Zagreb is Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,156 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Zagreb, Boban is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,445 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Submarine Burger Frankopanska. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Zagreb enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,795 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Zagreb’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Valhalla beer bar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Roots - juice & cocktail bar. This popular bar in Zagreb has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 800 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Croatia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 12 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Zagreb.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Zagreb is the remarkable Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,945 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Zagreb, consider a top-rated restaurant like Harat's Pub. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,602 customers.

Stari Fijaker is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,114 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Zagreb and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Croatia!