Luxury One-Week Croatia Road Trip from Pula traveling east to Ogulin, Šibenik, Zadar, and Lika-Senj County

Your luxury holiday in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the city of Pula. 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 Pula - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Pula.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Verudela Canyon. This top-tier point of interest is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Pula, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,620 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Pula. 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 Pula.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Veritas Food&Wine. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,550 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Pula.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Taj Tavern. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,079 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Pizzeria Jupiter is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Pula, and has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,601 customers.

As your day in Pula 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 Rock Bar Mimoza. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 613 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at The Shipyard Pub, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 2,622 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Zeppelin - Beach & lounge bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in Croatia and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Croatia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Pula and the city of Ogulin. You’ll stay in Ogulin for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Pula Citadel your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,536 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Forum Square. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,726 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 Temple of Augustus. This archaeological site has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,904 visitors.

When you’re finished at the aquarium, the perfect next stop is the popular Aquarium Pula. This spectacular aquarium and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,716 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Pula Arena. This roman amphitheatre is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 58,562 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Pula 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 Pula today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Marché Dobra - Zapad, one of the best restaurants in Ogulin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,579 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Slastičarnica & FastFood Korzo as one of their top choices in the city. Slastičarnica & FastFood Korzo is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 247 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Ogulin is Pizzeria Bonino. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

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

Cafe COCKTAIL is one of the best bars you can visit in Ogulin tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Caffe bar Bačva. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 91 customers.

Alternatively, try caffe bar JAZZbina. Caffe bar JAZZbina 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 456 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 3 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 Šibenik. You’ll stay in Šibenik 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 Roski waterfall your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,525 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 Krka National Park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58,359 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 Šibenik, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Konoba Vinko, one of the best restaurants in Šibenik. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,094 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Kod Starog Bistro as one of their top choices in the city. Kod Starog Bistro is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 810 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Šibenik is Atrium. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

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

Azimut is one of the best bars you can visit in Šibenik tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Vintage Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 534 customers.

Alternatively, try Fjaka Beach Bar. Fjaka Beach Bar 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 1,140 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, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Split and the city of Maslenica. You’ll stay in Zadar for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Diocletian's Palace. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 75,911 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Marjan. This mountain and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 12,428 reviews.

The wonderful Mestrovic Gallery is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Split. This well-known attraction, and spectacular art gallery, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,137 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Split is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Croatia. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Croatia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Maslenica.

Make your way to the incredible Maslenica Bridge in Maslenica for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a deck arch bridge and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,517 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Zadar.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Croatia, 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’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Konoba Rafaelo as one of the top restaurants in the city. Konoba Rafaelo is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,104 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Zadar is Pet Bunara Dine & Wine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,856 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Deja Brew Pub Zadar. This bar is considered one of the best in Zadar and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like BackStage Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Alternatively, go to Harbor CookHouse & Club. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Zadar and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,272 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Croatia awaits!

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 Zadar and the city of Lika-Senj County. You’ll stay in Lika-Senj County 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 7,601 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 Narodni trg. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,549 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this must-see tourist destination and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Church of St. Donatus. This church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,633 visitors.

When you’re finished at the best-rated sightseeing destination, the perfect next stop is the popular Roman Forum. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,627 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Sea organ. This tide organ is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 56,635 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 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 Bistro & Pizzeria Tomislav, one of the best restaurants in Lika-Senj County. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restoran "Malo misto" - kod Franića as one of their top choices in the city. Restoran "Malo misto" - kod Franića is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 247 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lika-Senj County is Restoran Maki. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,881 customers.

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

The Highlanders pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Lika-Senj County tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Sala za vjenčanja Prašina. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 550 customers.

Alternatively, try Caffe Bar Bevanda. Caffe Bar Bevanda 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 105 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 Zagreb and the city of Zagreb. You’ll stay in Zagreb 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 Bundek your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,180 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this lake and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Park Maksimir. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,174 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 Zoo. This zoo has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,886 visitors.

When you’re finished at the must-see tourist destination, the perfect next stop is the popular Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,945 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This must-see tourist destination is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,613 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 Zagreb, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try mekPer's, one of the best restaurants in Zagreb. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,654 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Pri zvoncu as one of their top choices in the city. Pri zvoncu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,325 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Zagreb is Restaurant Zelen Dvor. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,571 customers.

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

Vintage Industrial 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 4,500 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Hub Cooltura Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,249 customers.

Alternatively, try Mr. Fogg. Mr. Fogg is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 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 7 of your luxury vacation in Croatia. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Rijeka and Fažana. You’ll stay in Pula 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 Rijeka, the incredible Church of Mary of God of Trsat. This popular attraction is a church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,485 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Trsat Castle, an outstanding castle in Rijeka. Around 11,516 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Rijeka.

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

Make your way to the incredible Fasana for some unforgettable sightseeing in Fažana. This popular attraction is a shopping mall and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,543 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Pula. Luxury hotels in Pula 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 Pula.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Pula, Konoba Boccaporta. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,823 reviews.

Locals also recommend Pizzeria Samantha as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Pula. The Pizzeria Samantha is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at El Pulari. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,101 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 Pula's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Hook & Cook Pula. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,587 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Old City Bar Pula. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Old City Bar Pula has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,368 customers.

Alternatively, go to Cabahia. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 664 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 8-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 Pula 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 Montezaro Park. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 667 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Pula.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Pula, check out the menu at Grill bar Campo. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,879 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Bistro Alighieri. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Grill restaurant "Odisej". This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,787 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Pula 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!