Romantic 10-Day Croatia Getaway

Today, you will leave the crowds behind as the two of you take the day to swim, hike, and indulge in much-needed relaxation time. This full-day, island excursion promises sun, sand, stunning scenery, and some of the most beautiful waters in Europe.

After your private driver introduces you to your professional guide, you two will leave the Mainland and its bustle behind as you are whisked away to the pristine Kolocep Island. Here, you can splash and swim in the sparkling Adriatic, hike to your hearts’ content, and simply soak up the serene surroundings. After having your fill of trekking through forested trails with eye-opening panoramic views, you will be brought back to your luxury accommodation and have a little downtime to get refreshed and rejuvenated before your afternoon’s exciting event. When you are ready, you will meet your professional photographer guide who will take you to Dubrovnik’s most magical locales for a private couple’s photoshoot, ensuring that you will have professional-quality of the lifelong memories that you have created so far of your romantic excursion in Dubrovnik.

Romance will be still in the air as you spend day three upon trusted steeds. You will be whisked away on a private horseback riding adventure. As you roam the rolling hills of the Croatian countryside, this outdoor excursion, which is suitable for all levels of experience, will introduce you to some of the most stunning, pastoral scenery in all of Europe. You can soak up the sun and enjoy the feel of the sea breeze on your faces as you meander amid verdant valleys, wildflower meadows, forest footpaths, and more, making for a magical memory that you will cherish forever.

After working up an appetite with your romantic horseback ride, the pair of you can look forward to a gourmet picnic. After meeting your private guide, you will be led to a peaceful and serene secret spot, where the two of you will enjoy a mouthwatering meal that will be filled with locally inspired delicacies al fresco, all while overlooking the awe-inspiring Adriatic Sea. Do not worry because after your guide steers you to this stunning spot, you will be left to bask in each other’s company. Then, after you have had your fill of this aphrodisiacal feast and taken in the spectacular sunset, you will return to your hotel full and satisfied.

Day four will find you being swept away to Split, where after checking into your luxury accommodation, you will spend the afternoon exploring the city on an exciting, private walking tour. You will be introduced to your new destination as your knowledgeable and local guide gives you the inside scoop on this stunning, seaside city. You will literally walk through thousands of years of fascinating history as you admire world-famous landmarks like Diocletian's Palace, the Catholic Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and much more.

As the evening approaches, your anticipation will build as you embark on a private catamaran cruise. As your cruise through the Adriatic blue, getting the unique chance to see the sights of Split from an entirely different point of view, you can bask in the simple pleasure of alone time with your partner, undisturbed by the crowds and clamor of the city and others. Do not forget to catch the stunning sunset tonight as this is a memory that will surely last a lifetime. You will return to your hotel beneath Split’s starlit sky, ready to rest for tomorrow’s romantic adventure.

Today, you will wake up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle another adventure. You will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore six stunning islands, including the heavenly enclave of Hvar. This full day’s private tour will find you swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing in magical spots, including the famed Blue Cave and Budikovac Island’s Blue Lagoon.

You will also have the chance to wander around the island of Hvar, which is where charming Hvar Town will woo you with its postcard-worthy beauty. You will enjoy some free time here, wandering the lovely little streets and indulging in a mouthwatering lunch wherever you desire before returning to your hotel. Once back at your luxurious accommodation after an entire day of island hopping and fun in the sun together, you will go to bed with beautiful visions of frolicking in azure waters and discovering magical caves.

It does not get much more romantic than a world that is filled with fairytale features like cascading waterfalls, idyllic lakes, enchanted forest foliage, and footpaths that seem perfectly fit for fairies and elfin kin. Such a heavenly description may sound too good to be true or maybe even one that exists only in a dream, but today, reality meets Walt Disney as you and your partner embark on a road trip to Plitvice National Park. After being transported to the park, you will step into a real-life fairytale world that is complete with cute boats that will take you from one captivating corner of this waking dream to the other, leaving the two of you with energy to spare.

After taking a ridiculous amount of photos that are sure to make your friends and colleagues back home green with envy, you will be picked up by your private driver and taken to your nearby hotel, still wondering if all of the bliss-filled wonderlands that you just left was real or imagined.

Fast on the heels of pristine Plitvice National Park, your fairytale theme will continue at the quaint Rastoke Village. Equally as wondrous and whimsical, this magical enclave will make the two of you feel like you have stepped back in time as you wander down its picture-perfect main street amid working watermills and an old-world style bridge. Tiny and romantic, this dream-like setting will make your hearts skip a beat as it offers the ideal stopover en route to your final destination of the day: Croatia’s capital city of Zagreb.

After your private driver transfers the two of you to your luxurious accommodation in the early afternoon, you will have some much-deserved downtime before spending the evening on a private tour. You will stroll side by side through the lovely rainbow-hued houses and scenic side streets of the historic Upper Town before watching a sunset from the most secluded point in the city. Under a sky that is ablaze with purples and peaches, you will want to pinch yourself as your private driver returns you to your hotel. We assure you that your wonderful day was not a dream, even though it may have felt like one.

Day eight will invite you to freewheel your ways into perhaps the most fun-filled day of your entire vacation as you venture to nearby Samobor and indulge in a private bicycle tour. You will be refreshed by the feeling the sun on your faces and the wind as it blows through your hair and you cycle through Croatia’s stunning scenery. Then, you will saunter around the town of Samobor, which features awe-inspiring, Baroque-style buildings and oozes endless amounts of charm and character.

Presenting the perfect mix of leisurely biking, sightseeing, and even a local wine tasting en route back to your accommodation, you will surely count today’s excursion as one of your favorites. After spending the day outside, your evening festivities will be a welcoming and delicious change of pace. After working up an appetite, you will arrive, hungry for something spectacular after your private driver transfers you to your very own private, culinary class that will be taught by a master chef who will walk you through every step in preparing a traditional, gourmet dish. After creating and devouring a gourmet feast that features local ingredients and your fill of Croatian wine, your driver will return you to your hotel.

Today, you will gear up for a full day’s whirlwind adventure to the Istria region. You will depart early this morning on a private tour. It does not get much more romantic than Istria, and after you meet your personal guide, you will have the rare opportunity to visit the idyllic destinations of Pula, Porec, and Rovinj. From morning to evening, you will be amazed at one storybook locale after another while making your way through dream-like destinations such as a Roman amphitheater, a UNESCO-listed basilica, and an enchanting Old Town that features photo-friendly, Venetian architecture that will elicit nothing but pure amazement

From your first destination of Pula, where the Roman influence can clearly be seen within the jaw-dropping architecture like the Arena amphitheater and the Temple of Augustus, you will journey to your second destination of Rovinj. As this idyllic enclave was once ruled by the Venetians, the Italian influence can still be seen within the architecture here, especially in the towering walls that once enclosed this entire town. Then, Porec and its Old Town will make your heart skip a beat, especially when you see its Euphrasian Basilica, which is a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the most popular destinations in the entire Istria region.  After enjoying this full day of excursion, your private driver will transfer you back to your luxurious accommodation.

You will spend your last morning in Zagreb, enjoying an authentic Croatian brunch together. Then, just before heading to the airport, you will be gifted a Croatian goodbye gift, which will be a romantic surprise that is specially prepared for you. As you ride to the airport, you and your partner will already be planning your return to relive this romantic Croatian escape.