Small group tour package 3 days in Croatia

Tour summary

Discover Central Dalmatia: UNESCO Zadar, hidden gems of Nin and Vir. Get a seat on Small group tour with minivan from Monterrasol Travel.

This page describes details of the multi-day small group car tour #877 offered by Monterrasol Travel. We, Monterrasol Travel, are an independent tour operator specialized in cultural and destination tourism. This sightseeing tour has been developed by Monterrasol Travel for small groups travelers based on our own experiences and belongs to the group of car tours with pre-designed itineraries. If you like this tour but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #877. The custom itinerary will cost you nothing, it's free from our side.

The tour will start and finish in Šibenik (Sibenik), Croatia, and will take 3 days (2 nights). During this tour you will visit such places and attractions as Zadar, Nin, Vir, located in Croatia.

Overall, with this tour you will visit 1 UNESCO World Heritage site.

Additional information

We will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Šibenik (Sibenik). Drop-off can be at the same place as pick-up or, upon request, in another location.

We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a gentle pace with no rush, allowing our clients to have a more authentic experience and a true exploration of each destination that features in our itineraries.

Our tour prices include accommodation in 3-star hotels, which are usually not near historical centers with pedestrian streets. If you would like better accommodation in terms of location and quality level, please contact us.

This small group tour is available for solo travelers as well. Please contact us for details.

We provide for this tour a special discount for pensioners (seniors citizens).

We recommend you consider traveling off-season. Advantages of traveling off-season.

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Photo gallery of attractions involved in this tour.

This tour starts from €1,045

Tour description

Introduction

Join us on a relaxing 3-day discovery mini tour from Sibenik to Zadar, Vir and Nin, crafted for seniors and mature travelers who love history, sightseeing, local food and drinks, and scenic drives without hurry. Following the Slow Tourism philosophy with no rush and no tight schedules, this year-round journey takes you through the most beautiful coastal towns and hidden gems of central Dalmatia, from the ancient fortified city of Zadar with its Roman Forum and Sea Organ to the historic salt town of Nin, the island of Vir, and a delightful local winery.

Experience cultural aspects of Dalmatian heritage, admire scenic roads along the Adriatic coast and over to the islands, sample excellent local vintages, and let the region's rich history unfold before you. This tour blends well-known destinations with off-the-beaten-path hidden gems such as the Fortica fortress, the Salt Museum in Nin, the Red Stone viewpoint on Vir, the Ancient Glass museum, and the BIBICh winery – all at a gentle, easy pace, returning to Sibenik.

Day after day description

Day 1. We depart from Sibenik and travel to Zadar to explore its fortified old town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a city with roots stretching back to antiquity. We stroll through the Roman Forum, the largest on the eastern Adriatic coast, visit the 12th-century St. Anastasia's Cathedral, experience the enchanting Sea Organ, an architectural sound installation that creates melodies from the waves, and explore the unique Underwater Archaeology museum, showcasing finds from submerged ancient sites. We will stay in Zadar.

Day 2. After staying in Zadar, we travel to Fortica to explore the Fortica Fortress, a Venetian hilltop fort offering sweeping views over the island of Pag and the Velebit mountain range. We then continue to Nin, a historic town built on a small island, to visit the Salt Museum, which preserves the tradition of salt production dating back to Roman times, and see the tiny 9th-century Holy Cross Church, often called the smallest cathedral in the world. Our journey proceeds to the island of Vir to see Kastelina Castle, a 19th-century fortified manor house, and to admire the breathtaking Red Stone viewpoint. After that, we will return to Zadar for accommodation.

Day 3. After 2 nights in Zadar, we explore the Ancient Glass Museum, housed in a restored 19th-century Cosmacendi Palace, which displays an impressive collection of Roman glassware from the 1st to 4th centuries AD, excavated from the Zadar region. We then travel to BIBICh winery, a family-owned estate known for its premium wines, where we enjoy a tasting of their excellent red wines, particularly the local Plavac Mali variety, known for its rich body and dark fruit flavors. After that, we will return to Sibenik, where our memorable journey concludes.

Conclusion

This 4-day mini discovery tour delivers a wonderfully relaxed immersion into the historical, cultural, and coastal splendors of central Dalmatia, enriched by a tasting of local Plavac Mali wine. We warmly invite you to travel with us – at a gentle pace, without hurry – to experience the timeless allure of Zadar, Nin, Vir, and their enchanting surroundings.

Border crossing for this trip

This tour does not require border crossing.

Money and payments

In each country of your trip you can use main credit and debit cards. You can use ATM to withdrawal cash or pay at purchase point with card. More information on currencies, payments, and use cards you can read on this our page: On the trip: currencies, payments, card use.

Last reviewed: 27 July 2026

Tour itinerary

Tour starts in: Šibenik (Sibenik), Croatia

day 1: travel to Zadar, visit Zadar fortified town (UNESCO World Heritage Site), visit Roman Forum historical landmark in Zadar, visit St Anastasia cathedral in Zadar, visit Sea Organ tourist attraction in Zadar, visit Underwater Archaeology museum in Zadar; accommodation in Zadar

day 2: travel to Fortica, visit Fortica fortress, travel to Nin to see Salt museum, visit the Holy Cross church in Nin, travel to Vir to see Kastelina castle, visit Red Stone viewpoint in Vir; travel to Zadar for accommodation

day 3: visit Ancient Glass museum in Zadar, travel to BIBICh to see BIBICh winery + wine tasting; return to Sibenik

Tour finishes in: Šibenik (Sibenik), Croatia

Planned distance of this tour: 307 km

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If you like this small group tour and itinerary but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #877. We do not charge for development a custom car tour itinerary, it will cost you nothing. We will be glad to discuss with you the details of your future trip and plan it following your ideas and wishes.

Visited places during the tour

Our tour will pass several towns and places along the route. Each town and place has something to offer from a tourist's point of view. We will stop in each place and explore its attractions. The exact attractions for each place or town can be seen in the tour's itinerary.

Here is the list of places visited during this tour, in the order they appear in the itinerary.

Zadar, Croatia

Known for byzantine empire, coastal town, fortified town, fortress, gate, historical center, marina, museum, promenade, seaport, venetian empire, catholic cathedral; fortified town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Zadar is the oldest continuously inhabited Croatian city, it is situated on the Adriatic Sea, and serves as the seat of Zadar County and of the wider northern Dalmatian region. Zadar is the second-largest city of the region of Dalmatia and the fifth-largest city in the country. Zadar gained its urban structure in Roman times; during the time of Julius Caesar and Emperor Augustus, the town was fortified and the city walls with towers and gates were built. Now, the fortified city of Zadar is on UNESCO's World Heritage Site list as part of Venetian Works of Defence between 15th and 17th centuries: Stato da Terra – western Stato da Mar in 2017.

Nin, Croatia

Known for beach, coastal town, historical center, marina, museum, catholic church

Nin, the oldest royal town in Croatia, was historically important as a center of a medieval Christian Bishopric. Up to the abolition and Latinization imposed by King Tomislav in the first half of the 10th century, Nin was the center of the autonomous Croatian branch of the Church. Nin was also the seat of the Princes of Dalmatia. The Bishop Gregory of Nin (Grgur Ninski) was an important figure in the 10th century ecclesiastical politics of Dalmatia.

Vir, Croatia

Known for castle, coastal town, marina, peninsula, scenic road, viewpoint

Vir peninsula, linked to Croatia's mainland by a bridge, is a North Dalmatian coastal gem blending modern comforts with rustic charm. Once a quiet fishing area, it's now a family-friendly destination famed for sandy beaches, clear waters, and vibrant summer energy. Its accessibility and mix of relaxation and activities make it a hit with both locals and international visitors.

Tour map

Tour starts in: Šibenik (Sibenik), Croatia

day 1: Zadar fortified town; Zadar, Roman Forum historical landmark; Zadar, St Anastasia cathedral; Zadar, Sea Organ tourist attraction; accommodation in Zadar
day 2: Fortica fortress; Nin, Salt museum; Nin, the Holy Cross church; Vir, Kastelina castle; accommodation in Zadar
day 3: Zadar, Ancient Glass museum; BIBICh winery + wine tasting; return to Šibenik

Tour finishes in: Šibenik (Sibenik), Croatia

Planned distance of this tour: 307 km

Availability of this tour

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