Luxury 7-Day Croatia Road Trip Vacation from Zagreb to Rijeka and Zadar

There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Zagreb.

This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Zagreb, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,435 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Zagreb. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Zagreb.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Zagreb.

As your day in Zagreb is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Croatia.

Make your way to Vintage Industrial Bar. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Hub Cooltura Pub, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars among 2,249 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Mr. Fogg. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 7-day luxury vacation in Croatia and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury holiday in Croatia, you will explore the surroundings of Zagreb. Zagreb is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Croatia, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Museum of Broken Relationships. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,559 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Stone Gate. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,469 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Bundek, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Bundek is a lake with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,007 visitors.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Croatia truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Zagreb.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, Dubravkin put is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Zagreb. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Dubravkin put is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Zagreb-locals’ favorites, check out Cheese Bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

When your taste buds call for something different, you may want to pay Roots - juice & cocktail bar a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. Roots - juice & cocktail bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Zagreb and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Swanky Monkey Garden is one of the best bars in Zagreb and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.

Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Croatia!

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Zagreb and the city of Rijeka. You’ll stay in Rijeka for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Zagreb.

Make the amazing Ban Josip Jelačić Statue your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,038 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this must-see tourist destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Ribnjak Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,091 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Zagreb Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,260 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,419 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Technical Museum. This museum is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,713 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Zagreb by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Croatia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Croatia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Zagreb today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rijeka, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Konoba Tarsa, one of the best restaurants in Rijeka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,076 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Barbacoa as one of their top choices in the city. Barbacoa is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Rijeka is Konoba Fiume. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Beertija Klub is one of the best bars you can visit in Rijeka tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Pajol bar Pecine. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 644 customers.

Alternatively, try Bar Bar. Bar Bar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Croatia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in Croatia, you will explore the surroundings of Pula. Pula is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Croatia, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area. You have 1 night left in Rijeka, meaning there's still time to explore the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Trsat Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,964 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Church of Mary of God of Trsat. This attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,415 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular City Clock Tower, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. City Clock Tower is a must-see tourist destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,256 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Croatia truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Rijeka.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, Boonker is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Rijeka. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Boonker is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,735 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Rijeka-locals’ favorites, check out Bistro Mornar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,156 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

When your taste buds call for something different, you may want to pay King’s Caffe food pub a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. King’s Caffe food pub has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,389 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Rijeka and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

River is one of the best bars in Pula and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,197 customers.

You may also want to check out Pet Jedan Tapas Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Pet Jedan Tapas Bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is Pub "Bačva". This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Croatia!

On day 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Lika-Senj County and the city of Zadar. You’ll stay in Zadar for 1 night.

Your day starts in Lika-Senj County. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Trsat Castle your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,964 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this castle and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Church of Mary of God of Trsat. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,415 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this church and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding City Clock Tower. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,256 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Lika-Senj County by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Croatia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Croatia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Lika-Senj County today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zadar, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restoran 4 Kantuna, one of the best restaurants in Zadar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,300 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Konoba Rafaelo as one of their top choices in the city. Konoba Rafaelo is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,104 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Zadar is Pet Bunara Dine & Wine. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,856 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Deja Brew Pub Zadar is one of the best bars you can visit in Zadar tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like BackStage Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 508 customers.

Alternatively, try Harbor CookHouse & Club. Harbor CookHouse & Club is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,272 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Croatia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Zadar and the city of Zagreb. You’ll stay in Zagreb for 1 night.

Your day starts in Zadar. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Market Zadar your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,413 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Sea organ. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,793 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this tide organ and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Roman Forum. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,478 visitors.

When you’re finished at the church building, the perfect next stop is the popular Church of St. Donatus. This spectacular church building and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,543 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Land Gate. This top-tier point of interest is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,939 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Zadar by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Croatia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Croatia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Zadar today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zagreb, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restoran Vegehop, one of the best restaurants in Zagreb. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Vinodol as one of their top choices in the city. Vinodol is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,410 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Zagreb is Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Valhalla beer bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Zagreb tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Roots - juice & cocktail bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 800 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Croatia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 7-day luxury holiday in Croatia and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Zagreb before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Zagreb, check out the menu at Boban. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,445 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Submarine Burger Frankopanska. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,795 customers.

You will then say farewell to Zagreb and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Croatia in your luggage!