Small group tour package 4 days in Croatia

Tour summary

Visit also Sibenik, Klis, Salona, Trogir. Get a seat on Monterrasol Travel tour in small group minivan.

This page describes details of the multi-day small group car tour #687 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: #687. The custom itinerary will cost you nothing, it's free from our side.

The tour will start and finish in Zadar, Croatia, and will take 4 days (3 nights). During this tour you will visit such places and attractions as Šibenik (Sibenik), Klis, Salona, Split, Trogir, Loreto, located in Croatia.

Overall, with this tour you will visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Additional information

We will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Zadar. Drop off is the same as pick up, or upon request in another place.

We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a pace that allows to our clients have a more authentic experience and a true exploring of each destination that features in our itineraries.

The default tour price includes rooms 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.

Tour description

Introduction

Join us on a relaxing discovery of central Dalmatia, a 4‑day mini tour crafted for seniors, mature travelers, and solo adventurers who appreciate history, sightseeing, and local food and drinks without hurry. Following the Slow Tourism philosophy with no rush and no tight schedules, this journey takes you from the historic city of Zadar to the UNESCO‑protected treasures of Sibenik, the formidable fortress of Klis, the ancient Roman ruins of Salona, the magnificent palace of Split, and the medieval island‑town of Trogir – all at a comfortable, easy pace.

Travel with us along scenic roads that connect well‑known destinations like Diocletian's Palace, but also uncover off‑the‑beaten‑path hidden gems such as the fortresses of Sibenik and the peaceful Our Lady viewpoint in Loreto. Experience cultural aspects of Dalmatian heritage, admire stunning scenic drives, and let the region's rich history unfold before you. This is a tour where you can truly savour every moment, free from tight schedules and packed agendas.

Day after day description

Day 1. We depart from Zadar and travel to Sibenik, where we explore the Barone Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 17th‑century defensive structure offering panoramic views of the city. We also visit the nearby St. Michael Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), then admire the magnificent Cathedral of St. James (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance architecture built entirely of stone between the 15th and 16th centuries, and finally see the sea‑guardian St. Nicholas Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site). After that, we will come to Sibenik for accommodation.

Day 2. After staying in Sibenik, we travel to Klis to explore its imposing fortress, dramatically perched on a rocky crest and celebrated for its centuries‑long resistance against Ottoman invasions. We then continue to Salona (Solin) to visit the extensive archaeological site, once the thriving capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia and the birthplace of Emperor Diocletian. After that, we will come to Split for accommodation.

Day 3. After staying in Split, we visit the Split Archaeological Museum, the oldest museum in Croatia, founded in 1820. We then spend the day exploring the city's historical center, a vibrant living museum wrapped around the 4th‑century Diocletian's Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site). We stroll through the Golden Gate, admire the Cathedral of St. Domnius (originally Diocletian's mausoleum), and soak in the atmosphere of this ancient imperial residence. We stay another night in Split.

Day 4. After 2 nights in Split, we travel to the charming island‑town of Trogir (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where we explore its beautifully preserved medieval core, the 13th‑century Cathedral of St. Lawrence with its masterful portal, and the 15th‑century Kamerlengo Fortress. We then travel to Loreto to admire the Our Lady viewpoint, offering stunning panoramic vistas of the surrounding coastline and islands. Finally, we return to Zadar, where our memorable journey concludes.

Conclusion

This 4‑day mini discovery tour delivers a wonderfully relaxed immersion into the historical and architectural splendors of central Dalmatia. We warmly invite you to travel with us – at a gentle pace, without hurry – to experience the timeless allure of Zadar, Sibenik, Klis, Salona, Split, Trogir, and their ancient 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: 6 May 2026

Tour itinerary

Tour starts in: Zadar, Croatia

day 1: travel to Sibenik, visit Barone fortress in Sibenik, visit St Michael fortress in Sibenik, visit St James cathedral in Sibenik, visit St Nicholas fortress in Sibenik; accommodation in Sibenik

day 2: travel to Klis, visit Klis fortress, travel to Salona to see Salona archaeological site; travel to Split for accommodation

day 3: visit Split museum (archaeological), visit Split historical center (UNESCO World Heritage Site), visit Diocletian palace in Split, visit Golden Gate historical landmark in Split, visit St Domnius cathedral in Split; accommodation in Split

day 4: travel to Trogir, visit Trogir historical center (UNESCO World Heritage Site), visit St Lawrence cathedral in Trogir, visit Kamerlengo fortress in Trogir, travel to Loreto to see Our Lady viewpoint; return to Zadar

Tour finishes in: Zadar, Croatia

Planned distance of this tour: 366 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: #687. 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.

Šibenik (Sibenik), Croatia

Known for coastal town, fortified town, fortress, historical center, marina, promenade, venetian empire, viewpoint, catholic cathedral, franciscan church; cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Sibenik, known in Italy as Sebenico, is a historic city in Croatia, located in central Dalmatia, where the river Krka flows into the Adriatic Sea. Sibenik has four fortresses and historic center with the Cathedral of St James. The Cathedral and St. Nicholas fortress are included in UNESCO's World Heritage Site list. Roughly 18 kilometres north of the city is the Krka National Park, similar to the Plitvice Lakes National Park, known for its many waterfalls, flora, fauna, and historical and archaeological remains. The Kornati archipelago, west of Sibenik, consists of 150 islands in a sea area of about 320 km2, making it the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea.

Klis, Croatia

Known for fortress, museum, sightseeing, viewpoint

Klis Fortress, known well in Roman time, played a crucial role during the Ottoman wars in Europe. Fortress rises dramatically above the village of Klis, just 13 kilometers from the city Split, Croatia. Its strategic hilltop location, sandwiched between the Kozjak and Mosor mountains, offers sweeping views of Split, the Adriatic Sea, and the rural hinterland.

Salona, Croatia

Known for ancient settlement, ancient theatre, archaeological site, catholic church

Salona was an ancient city and the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia, founded probably after the Roman civil wars under Julius Caesar. The name Salona preserves the language of the early inhabitants of this area whom the Romans called the Dalmatae, considered to be part of a larger group called the Illyrians. Salona is situated in today's town of Solin, right next to Split, is the largest archaeological park in Croatia.

Split, Croatia

Known for coastal town, gate, historical center, museum (archaeological), museum (art), palace, promenade, seaport; historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Split is Croatia's second-largest city and the largest city in the historical Dalmatia region. Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian is a UNESCO World Heritage Site from 1979.

Trogir, Croatia

Known for coastal town, marina, medieval old town, monument, museum, promenade, venetian empire; historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Trogir is a historic town and harbor on the Adriatic coast of Croatia, in Dalmatia region, one of the four historical regions of Croatia. Since 1997, the historic center of Trogir has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites for its Venetian architecture.

Loreto, Croatia

Known for monument, viewpoint

The monumental Statue of Our Lady of Loreto stands proudly on top of Gaj hill, overlooking the beautiful coastal town of Primosten in central Dalmatia. This impressive hill is about 173 meters high and is located roughly 20 miles south of the city of Sibenik and 30 kilometers north of Trogir. The statue is situated in a region famous for its scenic landscapes, vineyards, pristine beaches, and a charming medieval old town located on a small island.

#687 Tour map

Tour starts in: Zadar, Croatia

day 1: Sibenik, Barone fortress; Sibenik, St Michael fortress; Sibenik, St James cathedral; Sibenik, St Nicholas fortress; accommodation in Sibenik
day 2: Klis fortress; Salona archaeological site; accommodation in Split
day 3: Split museum (archaeological); Split historical center; Split, Diocletian palace; Split, Golden Gate historical landmark; accommodation in Split
day 4: Trogir historical center; Trogir, St Lawrence cathedral; Trogir, Kamerlengo fortress; Loreto, Our Lady viewpoint; return to Zadar

Tour finishes in: Zadar, Croatia

Planned distance of this tour: 366 km

Availability of this tour

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