The 4 Best Private Day Trips in Croatia

1.Private Tour: Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 495 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $296Our pick

Cross from Dubrovnik into Montenegro with a private driver-guide such as Zach, Ivan, Milko, or Teo. Follow the Bay of Kotor to Perast, Kotor Old Town, and Budva, with time for a boat ride, lunch, and beach stops. Border lines and summer road traffic can stretch this 9 to 11-hour outing.

“We really enjoyed our day trip to Montenegro. Ivan, our driver and tour guide was fantastic - very professional, knowledgeable about the history and culture, witty and a great driver. It was a wonderful day. Thanks Ivan!”

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2.Private Krka Waterfalls Day Trip from Split including Wine Tasting & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $181Best value

Bruno of Beautiful Day Private Tours & Transfers takes you from Split to Krka National Park in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. After the waterfalls, visit Mateo’s 500-year-old family winery in Plastovo for three wines, homemade Croatian food, olive oil, and a relaxed look at rural life.

“Beautiful tour of the waterfalls and the wine tasting was excellent! Our tour guide, Bruno, was knowledgeable and friendly.”

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3.Brac Island One-Day Trip with the Sailboat Nana – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Join Mario and Karla aboard the private sailboat Nana for an eight-hour trip from Omiš to Brač. Sail to Pučišća, swim in Konopljikova Cove, try snorkeling and paddleboarding, and eat a homemade Croatian lunch with drinks included. The crew can also let you take the helm.

“We had a beautiful day with Mario and Carla! They are warm, genuine people who were pleasure to spend the day with. Our comfort and pleasure was their primary concern. Their hospitality is unmatched. The personal touches were unbelievable! The home cooked lunch and home brewed beer and homemade wine was delicious. My young adult sons enjoyed learning to sail a little bit! Their suggestions for touring the town on the island Brac were excellent! This day really was very special and will be the highlight of our trip to Croatia”

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4.Blue & Green Cave Vis Island and Pakleni Islands Private Day Trip from Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.)

Join local skipper Joško from Hvar for an 8 to 10-hour private RIB trip to Budikovac, Stiniva Cove, the Blue and Green Caves, and the Pakleni Islands. You get snorkeling gear, bottled water, and a flexible route for up to six people, with time for swimming, island views, and a seaside lunch.

“We had a wonderful boat tour with Josco! We saw the blue cave, other islands, small beaches, lovely lunch with authentic Croatian food….. Josco’s family has been in the area for many generations and he shares interesting Croatian culture and information. And he’s a very experienced skipper! We highly recommend Josco Boat Tours!”

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