Things to do in Croatia
Croatia has a lot to offer for kayakers. Out here on our island it is perfect because it isn't tidal so we get to cover good distances. The kayak instructors in Croatia, in general, are of a high level. There are no rogue kayak instructors.![]()
Kudos to kayakers
Kayakers are always fun. They are littoral luvvies really, seeking a different perspective on life. Most people in life like to look out to sea, but kayakers take in the landscape and all its complexities from the water. If you haven’t kayaked before, Croatia is a top place to start.
Our Croatia Vacations
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise in Croatia
From
€580 to €790
4 days
ex flights
Southern Croatia cruise in comfort
Cruise Croatia's beautiful islands on a small cruise ship
From
£669 to £979
8 days
ex flights
Croatia self drive vacation
A self drive discovery tour of beautiful Croatia
From
£1045 to £1575
15 days
ex flights
Croatia family activity week
Family 'relaxingly active' vacation on Vis island, Croatia
From
€1230 to €1395
7 days
ex flights
Active vacation in Croatia for families with older children
Vacation designed for families with teens in Croatia
From
£699 to £899
8 days
ex flights
Self guided sea kayaking in Croatia
Tailormade self guided kayaking tours in the Adriatic
From
€770
7 days
ex flights
One of the things we love about rafting is that it adds a dose of adrenaline to your day. It takes you our of your comfort zone and gives you a sense of accomplishment. It's safe for families and kids absolutely love it.![]()
Rafting is fresh
There is no shortage of sea kayaking in Croatia, but for total immersion in fresh water try white water rafting at one of their inland beauty spots. Not only will you escape the summer crowds, but you will be cooler in so many ways.
If sea kayaking is the way to explore the coast, then swap paddle for pedal to explore Croatia’s relatively unknown interior. ![]()
A pannier full of pleasure
Head up into the wilds of the Gorski Kotar region, otherwise known as the green heart of Croatia, and you can spot bears, boar, butterflies or birds, depending on how fast you like to cycle, and you don’t have to do it Tour de France style, although serious road cyclists love it here.
There are plenty of guided cycling tours for those who like to cycle 50km in a day, rather than before breakfast. You won’t need too many energy bars either, as there are plenty of restaurants en route, with several companies offering tours that combine gastronomy and cycling.
There are plenty of guided cycling tours for those who like to cycle 50km in a day, rather than before breakfast. You won’t need too many energy bars either, as there are plenty of restaurants en route, with several companies offering tours that combine gastronomy and cycling.
Our top Croatia Vacation
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise in Croatia
From
€580 to €790
4 days
ex flights
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Autumn is all about wine
Autumn is a great time to visit vineyards and sample the fine wines on offer, as this is the harvesting season. The weather is still mild, there are few tourists around, and you can stimulate your tastebuds and mood as you go.
It is also the food harvest for many producers too. Markets are fecund and restaurants have the time to chat about their specialties and engage about their culture.
And if you go for a guided tour that takes you from fine wine to fine food, you don’t have to worry about driving either. The vineyards stretch all the way to the north, so consider combining this with a Slovenian wine tasting tour too. And who can resist a two-for-one offer on wine?
It is also the food harvest for many producers too. Markets are fecund and restaurants have the time to chat about their specialties and engage about their culture.
And if you go for a guided tour that takes you from fine wine to fine food, you don’t have to worry about driving either. The vineyards stretch all the way to the north, so consider combining this with a Slovenian wine tasting tour too. And who can resist a two-for-one offer on wine?
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