Luxury One-Week Relaxed Croatia Road Trip Vacation from Zagreb to Grad Varaždin

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Croatia begins when you reach Zagreb, where you’ll stay for a total of 5 nights.

Zagreb is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Ice Park Zagreb. Around 1,400 visitors have rated this fascinating top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Zagreb offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Esplanade Zagreb Hotel. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,925 customers.

Roots - juice & cocktail bar serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Zagreb has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 800 reviews.

Cheese Bar is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,097 customers, Cheese Bar is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Zagreb looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Booze and Blues, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 848 reviews.

Krolo offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Zagreb. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Valhalla beer bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Croatia! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Croatia!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, you'll explore the best attractions in Zagreb at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Zagreb, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 4 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Stone Gate. This incredible city gate has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,640 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Croatia by seeing another popular site in Zagreb, the wonderful Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,640 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Zagreb Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,419 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Ribnjak Park. This park is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,293 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Bundek. This amazing site is a wonderful lake with more than 15,257 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Croatia. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Zagreb itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Croatia extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Zagreb. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Pri zvoncu. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,325 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Restoran Vegehop, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Restoran Vegehop is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by 760 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Mali Medo. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,203 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Zagreb and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular A’e Craft Bar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Mr. Fogg. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Swanky Monkey Garden. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Swanky Monkey Garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,237 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, you'll explore the best attractions in Zagreb at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Zagreb, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Park Maksimir. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,379 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Croatia by seeing another popular site in Zagreb, the wonderful Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. This park is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,379 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Technical Museum. This museum has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,294 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 3 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Croatia. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Zagreb itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Croatia extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Zagreb. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by 1,369 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Submarine Burger Frankopanska. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,795 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Zagreb and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular BarBar XXL. This vibrant bar is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Vintage Industrial Bar. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Hub Cooltura Pub. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Hub Cooltura Pub has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,249 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, you’ll explore the area around Staničići Žumberački, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Staničići Žumberački will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Croatia.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating park, the stunning Žumberak and Samobor Mountains. Around 3,339 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Croatia by joining a traveler-approved tour in Staničići Žumberački. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Staničići Žumberački and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Staničići Žumberački that will make your self-drive tour in Croatia more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Staničići Žumberački to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Zagreb for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Croatia by eating at one of the best restaurants in Zagreb.

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,365 customers, the dining experience Dubravkin put offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Croatia.

Restaurant Zelen Dvor is another pleasant place to eat in Zagreb. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,571 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Harat's Pub and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,602 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Program Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Zagreb is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Croatia is all about!

Day 5 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Samobor. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Grad Varaždin, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 2 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful King Tomislav Square is waiting for you. This must-see tourist destination has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 976 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Church of St. Anastasia. This unique church is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 504 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Samobor Castle. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,942 visitors, this castle is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Samobor has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Croatia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Grad Varaždin. In Grad Varaždin, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Croatia.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Strmec, Sveta Nedelja is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Restoran "Zvonimir" Varaždin, one of the best restaurants in Strmec, Sveta Nedelja. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 552 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Restoran "Zvonimir" Varaždin.

Locals also recommend Restoran Angelus as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Restoran Angelus as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,837 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Medonja. Medonja is another of the most popular places to eat in Strmec, Sveta Nedelja. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 999 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Caffe bar Madera. Caffe bar Madera is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 115 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is SAX - PUB. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 237 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to My Way bar. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. My Way bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Croatia!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, you'll explore the best attractions in Trakošćan at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Trakošćan, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Trakošćan Castle. This incredible château has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,673 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Croatia. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Trakošćan itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Croatia extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Trakošćan. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Restoran Cimplet. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 499 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Šanjek Zalogajnica, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Šanjek Zalogajnica is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 651 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Student restaurant. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 780 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Trakošćan and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Elephant. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 541 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Mai Tai Bar Varaždin. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 656 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Gossip bar. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Gossip bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 638 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Croatia, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 7 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Općina Kumrovec. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Zagreb, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful The birth house of Josip Broz Tito is waiting for you. This museum has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,006 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Kumrovec. This unique municipality of croatia is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,889 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Općina Kumrovec has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Croatia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Zagreb. In Zagreb, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Croatia.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Krapina is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Bota Šare Zagreb restaurant - oyster & sushi bar, one of the best restaurants in Krapina. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,778 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Bota Šare Zagreb restaurant - oyster & sushi bar.

Locals also recommend Vinodol as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Vinodol as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,410 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at McDonald's Vrbani. McDonald's Vrbani is another of the most popular places to eat in Krapina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 7,850 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Croatia!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in Croatia is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Zagreb.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Zagreb once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Croatia on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Zagreb. This top sight is a popular must-see tourist destination, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,026 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 8 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Zagreb or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Stari Fijaker. Dining at Stari Fijaker is one of the best food experiences you can have in Zagreb. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,114 customers.

Another top recommendation in Zagreb is Boban. If you go to Boban, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,445 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like mekPer's. If you haven’t yet, a trip to mekPer's is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,654 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Zagreb and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 8-day relaxed road trip in Croatia is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.