Culsperience Croatia

Immersive Croatia Tour

Our flagship 10-day Immersive Croatia Tour is a unique field trip
designed to unveil Croatia’s diverse countryside and coastline, genuine local culture, interesting skills, and some of the famous landmarks.

Immersive Croatia Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Croatia and Discovering the Countryside

Welcome to Croatia! Upon arrival at Zagreb Airport (or another nearby airport hub), we head for the village of Breznički Hum, where we stay at the charming family-run farm in the picturesque Croatian countryside, some 45 km (28 mi) north of Zagreb. After settling into the serene surroundings and meeting with the hosts, we enjoy a delicious farm-to-table dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients. Overnight at the farm stay.

A view from the village of Gornji Hum in Zagorje region just before the summer storm
Traditional holiday house in the village of Gornji Hum in Zagorje region in Croatia
Traditional dinner during a local festival in Zagorje region in Croatia

Day 2 – Hands-on Gardening and Historic Varaždin

After a hearty homemade breakfast, step into the world of small-scale gardening typical of the Zagorje region. Our Luka conducts this hands-on workshop, which is filled with sharing knowledge, practical skills, and new perspectives on sustainable home gardening. After the workshop, lunch is served in the open, enabling us to enjoy food, nature, and the view all at once.

Later in the afternoon, we visit nearby Varaždin, one of Croatia’s most enchanting historical towns. We stroll through its charming streets, mingle with artists, and explore its rich history before indulging in a locally inspired dinner. Well-fed and cheerful, we return to our hamlet for an overnight stay.

Homegrown tomatoes in the organic local garden in Zagorje region in Croatia
Immersive local workshop and experience in the countryside of Zagorje region in Croatia
View of the Varaždin old town in the summer

Day 3 – Get To Know Zagreb and Dinner Under the Skies

After breakfast, we head for Zagreb to experience Croatia’s vibrant capital! A thematic walking tour will immerse us in Zagreb’s old town center. Among other sights, we explore the Dolac Market, the most famous Zagreb farmers’ market. Trained in some essential marketplace and streetwise skills, we head for lunch in a local hometown-style diner. After that, we experience the fascinating urban landscape of Novi Zagreb, a part of Zagreb built during the Socialist era.

The evening is booked for a genuine local dinner experience under the skies of our Hum farm. Culinary enthusiasts are welcome to join in preparing the ingredients, starting a fire, and spicing up the whole experience!

Homegrown food and local culture at the Dolac Market in Zagreb
Genuine Zagreb viewpoint of both Donji Grad and Novi Zagreb
A man starting a fire beneath the homemade stew cauldron in Zagorje region in Croatia

Day 4 – Plitvice Lakes Experience

No trip to Croatia is complete without visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO-listed wonderland of cascading waterfalls and turquoise lakes. Therefore, after breakfast, we take a 3-hour ride towards this pearl of the highland of Croatia.

In the Plitvice area, we first have a traditional lunch in a rural tavern and then walk through the breathtaking scenery of the Park. Golden hour waits for us right where we need it—at the most photogenic Plitvice viewpoint.

The journey continues in the Lika Region, where we have dinner and a sleepover at a nice hotel in the village of Ličko Lešće.

Beautiful waterfalls and turqoise waters of the Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia
Beautiful scenery of the Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia
Waterfalls and beautiful scenery of the Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia

Day 5 – The Best of Highland and Adriatic Croatia

After breakfast, we step back in time at the historic Sinac Watermill. The place is at the source of the Gacka River, one of the last rivers in Europe, with water that is pure enough to drink along its entire course. We learn how local communities once relied on mills and river for daily life. Tasting homemade organic, full-grain bread and other local products such as honey and jams is included!

Later during the day, we reach the Adriatic and cross the bridge to Krk, Croatia’s second largest island. Lunch at the farm in the island’s countryside, where we also take part in an interesting cheese-making presentation. After that, we head for our Krk home, located in the old town of the same name.

Guest enjoying authentic local mill on the Gacka River in the Lika region in Croatia
Authentic experience of the Gacka River scenery in the Lika region in Croatia
Local sheep and outdoor experience in the Krk Island countryside

Day 6 – The Day at the Sea

For most of the day, we spend time with Nikola, a local fisherman, soaking up the ways of true Mediterranean maritime life. Lunch is made from the ingredients caught or picked earlier that day and served at the beach or on the boat (Note: this experience is suitable for groups of a maximum of 10 people).

After dinner at the charming local tavern, the evening is yours to enjoy the atmosphere of the town of Krk

Aerial view of the Krk old Town in Croatia
Authentic traditional boat in the waters of Krk Island in Croatia
Stunning Mediterranean Scenery of the Baška Beach on the Island of Krk in Croatia

Day 7 – Culinary Delights of Istria

After breakfast and an easy-going morning, we travel to Istria, Croatia’s renowned food and wine region. We arrive in the picturesque hamlet of Lindar just in time for a traditional pastry-making class at the Ograde Farm. We will enjoy lunch in the shade of the old Ograde front yard.

After a break at our Istrian property, we head for an evening to remember. The Italian community of Brtonigla-Verteneglio will show us how authentic Mediterranean culture transcends national and ethnic borders!

Immersive food workshop at the Ograde agrotourism in Istria region in Croatia
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Local food experience in the traditional countryside setting in the Istria region in Croatia

Day 8 – A Stunning Archipelago of Brijuni

We start with morning free time, followed by a catered brunch. After that, the day’s highlight follows – a visit to Brijuni National Park. A couple of islets scattered just across the coast of Istria present fascinating historical traces. In just a few hours, we walk the timeline from the Jurassic era, over Antiquity, to the times of the 20th-century celebrities and the Yugoslav leader Tito. Brijuni offers some secluded beaches where we can take a refreshing swim.

After a field trip, we return to the mansion to taste some proper Croatian barbeque.

Animals at the Brijuni National Park and the beautiful seaside behind
A statue of the dinosaur in the Brijuni National Park in Croatia
Ancient ruins in the Brijuni National Park

Day 9 – Exploring Istrian Wines and More

The last day of our Croatian adventure takes us to Momjan, a hidden gem of Istria, famous for its boutique wineries. We enjoy a wine-tasting experience, learning about Malvasia and Teran wines directly from passionate vintners.

On our way back, we visit Grožnjan, maybe the most charming of the Istrian sleepy hilltop historical towns. Depending on your wishes, the day ends with a farewell dinner at the mansion, at one of the local olive groves, or by visiting the famous Roman arena in Pula-Pola.

Pathway to the one of the best Istrian Wineries in the village of Momjan in Croatia
Stone urban ambient of the Grožnjan town in Istria region in Croatia
Remains of the ancient Roman arena in the town of Pula in Istria

Day 10 – Departure

Your departure can be organized from one of the nearby airport hubs, including Venice or even Dubrovnik (if you want to spend a couple of days there before flying home).

  • Notes
  • The basic 10-day itinerary for 8 people can be adjusted in duration, group size, and content.
  • The itinerary can be modified in duration (extended or shortened).
  • Veggie/vegan, gluten-free, and/or other dietary options can be provided during the trip.
  • If you don’t like frequent changes of sleepover places, the base for the second part of the journey can be fixed on Krk Island or in Istria. The itinerary can be modified accordingly without sacrificing the experience quality.
  • In cooperation with our partners, we can adjust the itinerary to enhance physical accessibility.
  • Culsperience welcomes everyone, regardless of their social, racial, sexual, etc. background :).

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  • Price Includes

All in-country itinerary costs:

  • Accommodation
  • Transfers
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and/or snacks during the presentations and tastings
  • Tickets, entrance fees, etc.
  • Custom-made guidance from the certified English-speaking in-country tour guide and interpreter; non-stop support during the trip
  • Travel insurance for every group member, covering health, injury (including fractures and cast/split wearing), death, damaged or lost luggage issues
  • All local tourist taxes and fees
  • Local Internet hotspot (when not within reach of other Wi-Fi networks)
  • Not Included

Costs that may occur during nonscheduled/free/private time, e.g.:

  • Private taxi and bus fares
  • Expenditure at bars
  • Souvenir shops
  • Museums