Best of Croatia Multisport
This Croatia multi-activity holiday will show you Croatia’s highlights over 8 days while keeping you active through various daily excursions. You will visit some of the most beautiful parts of our country as we start from Dubrovnik and slowly travel north towards Split, Plitvice Lakes and Zagreb.
We will cruise, paddleboard and sea kayak along the coast of the Elaphiti Islands, Croatia’s most spectacular sea kayaking archipelago. We’ll raft, kayak and canoe on three different rivers: Cetina, Zrmanja and Trebizat. We will cycle in Krka River National Park and finally hike in the exquisite Plitvice Lakes National Park. Our adventure will also take us to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia’s neighboring country. Mostar is the town where East meets West.
Here, the spirit of the long-gone Ottoman Empire can still be felt at every step. Local food and wine are an inevitable part of this trip. Together with the itinerary, they guarantee a beautiful, authentic Croatian experience. We recommend this trip to travelers who have limited vacation time, but still want to see the best of Croatia’s great outdoors. Different activities and sceneries each day will make every moment of this Croatia multi-activity holiday exciting and memorable.
Check out the short itinerary
| Day | Activities | Place | Lodging | Meals | |
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| Sat | 1 | Arrival and sailing | Dubrovnik | Catamaran | D |
| Sun | 2 | SUP, Sea kayaking, and sailing | Elaphiti Islands | Catamaran | BL |
| Mon | 3 | Canoeing & sightseeing | Mostar & Trebizat River | Ljubuski Hotel | BD |
| Tue | 4 | Rafting & sightseeing | Cetina River & Split | Krka NP area Hotel | BD |
| Wed | 5 | Cycling | Krka River NP | Krka NP area Hotel | BL |
| Thu | 6 | Kayaking | Zrmanja River | Korana Village | BD |
| Fri | 7 | Walking | Plitvice Lakes NP | Korana Village | BD |
| Sat | 8 | Departure | Zagreb | B |
DAY 1 – Arrive in Dubrovnik
Arrival at our base in Komolac (Dubrovnik) by 4 pm and boarding. The catamaran will be your home for the first two nights of the trip. If you are worried about staying on the boat, rest assured – we have land options available for you as well, just let us know. We cruise towards Sipanska Luka, a charming and romantic fishing village in a bay surrounded by palm trees. With hardly any traffic, it is a perfect destination to explore on foot or by bike.
After settling into your accommodation, we will meet for dinner and a brief orientation where we will learn more about the upcoming holiday and get to know our fellow travelers. Sipan will be our base for the first two nights of the holiday.
Note: We recommend flights that arrive by 3 pm to make the 4 pm meeting in Dubrovnik. It is possible to catch up with the group if you have a later arrival, too. If you arrive after 6 pm, you may miss the last boat to the island and need to spend the first night on land. If you want to spend more time in Dubrovnik, we recommend that you plan your arrival one day earlier.
Accommodation: catamaran;
Meals: D.
DAY 2 – SUP or Sea Kayaking Elaphiti Islands
Accommodation: catamaran;
Meals: B, L;
Sea Kayaking: 3-4 h, easy/moderate.
DAY 3 – Mostar and Canoeing on the Trebizat River
In the afternoon, we will drive to the town of Ljubuski and enjoy a trip on the narrow Trebizat River surrounded by lush forests teeming with birds and the stunningly beautiful karst landscape formed by the river over thousands of years. Our accommodation for tonight is a nice and friendly family-run hotel, situated by the river and serving traditional meals and local specialties.
Accommodation: Ljubuski hotel;
Meals: B, D;
Canoeing: 1 h, class I-II, easy;
Drive: 1 h ferry, 2 h to Mostar, 45 min to the Trebizat.
DAY 4 -Rafting Cetina River and Split Sightseeing
After the rafting trip, we will continue towards Split. We stop at Split, where you can take a walk on its popular palm tree promenade and visit the Roman emperor Diocletian’s palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 4th century.
Later in the afternoon, we continue towards Krka River NP, and we stay in the small town of Skradin for the night.
Accommodation: Krka River NP area hotel 3***;
Meals: B, D;
Rafting: 3 h, class II-III, easy/moderate;
Drive: 1h30 to the Cetina, 45 min to Split, 1h to Skradin.
DAY 5 – Cycling in Krka National Park
We will spend our day cycling in Krka River National Park, famous for its fantastic karst formations and travertine waterfalls. We will start our trip from the hotel and continue by local roads to the viewpoint over Lake Visovac. In the middle of the lake is Visovac Island with its Franciscan Monastery dating from the 15th century. Today we will enjoy an excellent traditional Dalmatian prosciutto lunch. We return to the hotel in the afternoon, and you can enjoy dinner in Skradin on your own.
Accommodation: Krka River NP area hotel 3***;
Meals: B, L;
Cycling: 3-4 h, easy/moderate.
DAY 6 – Zrmanja River Kayaking
Rafting boats are used during high water season (usually before May and after September, but the water level can vary a lot in spring and in autumn). After an amazing day on the river, we will return to our vans and drive to the rustic Korana village, where we will spend the last two nights.
Accommodation: Korana village home stay (two rooms may share one bathroom);
Meals: B, D;
Kayaking: 4 h, class II-III, easy/moderate;
Drive: 1 h 10min to the Zrmanja River, 2h to Korana village.
DAY 7 – Plitvice Lakes National Park Hiking
We start our day walking along the wooden paths and bridges in and around Plitvice Lakes. Plitvice Lakes are Croatia’s oldest and most famous national park, and for a reason. Its exquisite series of 16 emerald green and opal blue travertine lakes, more than 90 waterfalls and numerous caves made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lakes are surrounded by beech and pine forests, home to extensive wildlife. We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the pure, untouched nature. A panoramic boat and train ride will take us back to our starting point. Later in the afternoon, we return to Korana village just in time to enjoy sunbathing by the clear river right in front of the accommodation.
Accommodation: Korana village home stay (two rooms may share one bathroom);
Meals: B, D;
Hiking: 4-5 h, easy, well-marked paths;
Drive: 10 minutes each way.
DAY 8 – Departure from Zagreb
Meals: B.
Drive: 2 h.
Note on the itinerary:
This itinerary and the duration of the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, water levels, special events of interest, etc. Huck Finn guides and trip leaders will do their utmost to ensure the best possible experience for their clients without compromising safety at any time. This may mean changing the original itinerary to avoid discomfort or risk that exceptional situations could cause. Huck Finn reserves the right to alter the itinerary without prior notice.
| 2025 | low | high |
|---|---|---|
| adult | 1390 € | 1490 € |
| child | 1251 € | 1341 € |
| single | 1668 € | 1788 € |
All prices are per person.
Child discount valid for children aged 12 and under at the time of travel.
Seasons 2025
Low: May 3 – June 20; September 20 – October 11
High: June 21 – September 19
| Departure dates 2025 – Saturdays | |||||
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| May | 3 | 10 | 17 | 24 | 31 |
| June | 7 | 14 | 21 | 28 | – |
| July | 5 | 12 | 19 | 26 | – |
| August | 2 | 9 | 16 | 23 | 30 |
| September | 6 | 13 | 20 | 27 | – |
Other dates on request.
This itinerary includes a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Please check whether you need a visa. If you need a Croatian or Schengen visa, you will require a double/multiple entry visa.
Arrival airport: Dubrovnik
Arrival transfers: Arrival transfers are not included. Guests are required to arrive at the meeting point for boarding.
Departure airport: Zagreb
Departure transfers: Several group transfers between the airport and destination depending on departure time. Please note that it takes 2 hours to reach Zagreb, so your flight should depart no earlier than 10 am. Earlier departures can be accommodated.
Maximum number of participants: 16 guests per group. Larger groups upon request.
Minimum age: 10 years if accompanied by parent(s).
Child discount: valid for children under 10 years of age if accompanied by an adult. One child enjoying a discount shares parents’ room; two or more children can have their own room.
Accommodation notes: Single-use rooms are available upon request with a 20% surcharge. Sharing a twin room with another person is possible in case there are other guests interested in sharing. In Korana Village, rooms are traditional and rustic, and two rooms may share one bathroom.
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DepartureDubrovnik
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Departure Time4 pm
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Return Time10 am
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Included7 nights accommodation (in Korana village two rooms may share one bathroom)halfboard (7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners)use of equipment for activities6 days of organized activitieslocal taxes and permitsNational Parks entrance feesground transportation (private transport throughout)transfer to Zagreb airport, bus or train stationEnglish speaking tour leader and assistanceinsurance
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Not Includedairfarearrival transferdrinks with mealsmeals not listed in the itineraryitems of a personal nature and gratuities to your guide(s)
