Cheap 5-Day Croatia Road Trip from Bosanka traveling west to Split

Photo of aerial view of Dubrovnik old city in summer, Croatia.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 5-day road trip through Croatia! Travel to Dubrovnik, Split, and Drniš with this cheap holiday package!

Explore Croatia for less with this 5-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Lovrijenac, the captivating Dubrovnik Cable Car, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Croatia and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 2 nights in Dubrovnik and 2 nights in Split.

This customizable and cheap Croatia travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Croatia at the lowest price!

On arrival in Bosanka, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Croatia. Explore the magnificent Diocletian's Palace to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Marjan and take in its distinct atmosphere. Croatia offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Croatia. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Croatia.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Croatia, like the stunning Krka National Park. You'll visit the incredible Skradinski buk to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Biokovo Nature Park - Skywalk up close.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 5-day road trip, you'll leave Croatia happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 5-day vacation in Croatia. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 4 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Croatia with CDW insurance.

You can customize your Croatia travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Croatia and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Croatia’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in Croatia offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Croatia with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Croatia fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

The aerial view of Dubrovnik, a city in southern Croatia fronting the Adriatic Sea, Europe.Dubrovnik / 2 nights
Split city beaches aerial view, Croatia.Split / 2 nights
Photo of panorama and landscape of Makarska resort and its harbour with boats and blue sea water, Croatia.Makarska

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Attractions

Diocletian's Palace
Krka National Park, Grad Drniš, Šibenik-Knin County, CroatiaKrka National Park
Photo of Split waterfront and Marjan hill aerial view, Dalmatia, Croatia.Forest Park Marjan
Biokovo Nature Park, Grad Makarska, Split-Dalmatia County, CroatiaBiokovo Nature Park
Photo of beautiful Skradinski Buk Waterfall In Krka National Park, Dalmatia Croatia.Skradinski buk
Dubrovnik Cable Car - Žičara DubrovnikDubrovnik Cable Car
Photo of the general view of Dubrovnik, Fortresses Lovrijenac and Bokar seen from south old walls, Croatia.Lovrijenac
Beach Mala Raduča
St. Peter Forest Park, Grad Makarska, Split-Dalmatia County, CroatiaSt Peter Forest Park
Photo of Pile gate entrance to town of Dubrovnik, Croatia.Pile Gate, Dubrovnik
Porat Dubrovnik, Grad Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, CroatiaPorat Dubrovnik
Statue of Our Lady Of Loreto
Photo of fountain Neptune in Trsteno Arboretum, Croatia.Trsteno Arboretum
Photo of Dubrovnik old town Ploce gate entrance view, southern Dalmatia region of Croatia.Ploče Gate, Dubrovnik
Forest Park Velika and Mala Petka, Grad Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, CroatiaForest Park Velika and Mala Petka

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Small car

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small car
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premium car
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Day 1

Day 1 – Bosanka - arrival day

  • Dubrovnik - Arrival day
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Your exciting road trip through Croatia starts when you reach the incredible city of Bosanka, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Bosanka and begin your adventure in Croatia.

Bosanka is a popular cheap holiday destination in Croatia with something to offer every traveler.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

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 Bosanka. An excellent example is the popular Pantarul. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Croatia is Shizuku -Japanese cuisine-. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Urban & Veggie - Vegan Restaurant Dubrovnik. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 671 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Dubravka 1836 Restaurant & Cafe is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,837 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Bosanka we recommend is Peppers Eatery+Cocktails, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 691 customers.

Promenada is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 725 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 2

Day 2 – Bosanka, Trsteno, and Split

  • Dubrovnik
  • Split
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Drive 242 km, 3 hours 23 min

  • Dubrovnik Cable Car
  • Ploče Gate, Dubrovnik
  • Porat Dubrovnik
  • Lovrijenac
  • Trsteno Arboretum
  • More

On day 2 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 Bosanka and end your day in the city of Split, 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 Bosanka is the amazing Lovrijenac. This travel destination is a fortress that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,189 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 Split. Split 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 Split that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Split is Perivoj restoran i kavana. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,279 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Split, Villa Spiza 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 1,322 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Šug Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Split enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,279 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Split’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit The Daltonist Craft Bar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Tennis Bar. This popular bar in Split has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,185 bar-goers.

You can also go to Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 616 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

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Experiences

Day 3

Day 3 – Drniš, Grad Skradin, Primošten, and Split

  • Split
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Drive 245 km, 4 hours 33 min

  • Statue of Our Lady Of Loreto
  • Beach Mala Raduča
  • Skradinski buk
  • Krka National Park
  • More

Day 3’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Drniš, proving that cheap holidays in Croatia can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Krka National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 58,673 travelers.

Your discovery of Drniš does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Drniš on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Croatia.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Croatia, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Fig Split, one of the best restaurants in Split. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,263 reviews.

You can also check out Downtown Grill Split steak & seafood. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is PORTOFINO Steak - Pasta - Seafood. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 892 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Split.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Split for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Makarun Split and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 532 customers.

Bokeria Kitchen & Wine is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,989 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Fabrique Pub. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,169 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Split.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Split!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Split, Makarska, Podgora, and Bosanka

  • Split
  • Dubrovnik
  • Makarska
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Drive 308 km, 6 hours 2 min

  • Diocletian's Palace
  • Forest Park Marjan
  • St Peter Forest Park
  • Biokovo Nature Park
  • More

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Croatia gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Split and end your day in the city of Makarska.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Bosanka for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Croatia.

While you’re in Split, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Diocletian's Palace. The fantastic Diocletian's Palace is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,537 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Marjan, a well-known mountain in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 12,490 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Split, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Makarska.

Make St. Peter Forest Park your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,923 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Croatia. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Croatia and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Bosanka. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Bosanka, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Maskeron, one of the best restaurants in Bosanka. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 527 customers.

TuttoBene Pizzeria & Fast Food is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. TuttoBene Pizzeria & Fast Food is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,218 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Yacht Club Orsan, another well-loved restaurant in Bosanka. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,514 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Croatia.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Bosanka, Love Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 373 bar goers.

Mr Foster bar is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Bosanka, with its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 295 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Hotel Lapad, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Croatia. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Croatia!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Bosanka - departure day

  • Dubrovnik - Departure day
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  • Forest Park Velika and Mala Petka
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Croatia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Bosanka.

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 Bosanka is the remarkable Velika and Mala Petka Forest Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,663 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Bosanka, consider a top-rated restaurant like CHIHUAHUA Cantina Mexicana. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,001 customers.

Taj Mahal hotel Lero 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 853 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Culto Restaurant. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 592 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Croatia and your fun memories in Bosanka.

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

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