Luxury 7-Day Croatia Road Trip from Zagreb traveling south to Lika-Senj County, Split, and Zadar

Your luxury holiday in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the city of Zagreb. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Croatia is Zagreb - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Zagreb.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Park Maksimir. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Zagreb, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,379 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.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Dubravkin put. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Cheese Bar is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Zagreb, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.

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 Mr. Fogg. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Swanky Monkey Garden, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 2,237 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Valhalla beer bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,010 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 exciting luxury holiday across Croatia you will continue exploring the city of Zagreb. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Zagreb. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Zagreb Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,176 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Zagreb Cathedral. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,419 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Ban Josip Jelačić Statue must-see tourist destination, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Bundek is another stop you can visit today in Zagreb. This lake is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,257 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Zagreb has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Zagreb, make sure to check out Roots - juice & cocktail bar. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Restoran Vegehop. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Zagreb before is Mali Medo. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,203 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Booze and Blues is one of the best bars in Zagreb and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 848 customers.

You may also want to check out A’e Craft Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. A’e Craft Bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Program Bar. Program Bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 637 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Croatia has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Zagreb and the city of Lika-Senj County. You’ll stay in Lika-Senj County for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Stone Gate your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,640 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this city gate and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Museum of Broken Relationships. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,032 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this museum and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Lotrščak Tower. This fortified tower has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,513 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 6,593 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Zagreb Fountains. This park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,216 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 Lika-Senj County, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Highlanders pub, one of the best restaurants in Lika-Senj County. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Bistro & Pizzeria Tomislav as one of their top choices in the city. Bistro & Pizzeria Tomislav is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lika-Senj County is Kavana Milinković. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 245 customers.

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

Caffe Bar Bevanda is one of the best bars you can visit in Lika-Senj County tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 105 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Caffe bar Amadeus. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 77 customers.

Alternatively, try Bistro @ izletište Travel. Bistro @ izletište Travel is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 175 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 road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Split and the city of Split. You’ll stay in Split for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Diocletian's Palace your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,537 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Diocletian's Cellars. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 904 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Marjan. This mountain has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,490 visitors.

When you’re finished at the beach, the perfect next stop is the popular Kašjuni Beach. This spectacular beach and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,800 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Split 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 Split today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Perivoj restoran i kavana, one of the best restaurants in Split. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,279 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Villa Spiza as one of their top choices in the city. Villa Spiza is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,322 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Split is Šug Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

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

The Daltonist Craft Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Split tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Tennis Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,185 customers.

Alternatively, try Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split. Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split 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 616 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 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Drniš and the city of Zadar. You’ll stay in Zadar for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Krka National Park your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58,673 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Roski waterfall. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,577 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Drniš 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 Drniš 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 Pet Bunara Dine & Wine as one of their top choices in the city. Pet Bunara Dine & Wine is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,856 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Zadar is Trattoria Mediterraneo. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 762 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.

Get ready for day 6 of your luxury vacation in Croatia. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Zadar and Karlovac. You’ll stay in Zagreb for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Zadar, the incredible Market Zadar. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,657 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Narodni trg, an outstanding top-tier point of interest in Zadar. Around 6,636 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Zadar is the astonishing Sea organ. This attraction is a tide organ and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 57,178 reviews.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Croatia. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Zadar.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Karlovac.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Zagreb. Luxury hotels in Zagreb offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Zagreb.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Zagreb, Vinodol. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,410 reviews.

Locals also recommend Pri zvoncu as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Zagreb. The Pri zvoncu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,325 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Zagreb's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Krolo. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 520 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Vintage Industrial Bar. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Vintage Industrial Bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers.

Alternatively, go to Esplanade Zagreb Hotel. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,925 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Croatia with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Croatia by heading out to the stunning Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. This extraordinary best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,026 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Zagreb.

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.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Harat's Pub. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,602 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

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!