Croatia in 6 Days Itinerary: The Ultimate Travel Guide – Itinerary and Travel Diary with some tips for visiting some of the most beautiful cities in Croatia. From Split to Dubrovnik passing through Bosnia. A blue journey, like the sea that bathes this fantastic panorama!

Even though I only spent a week in Croatia, it was enough time to make me fall madly in love with it. This is a bit of a travel diary, of the itinerary I organized for the summer of 2019. Below you will find some of my considerations and some advice that I hope will be useful to you in planning your trip to Croatia or inspire you to leave.

Knowing that I didn’t have much time available, I organized an interesting itinerary, I wanted to see as much as possible but I also wanted to relax a bit by the sea. My journey begins at the Port of Ancona, where the ferry to Split departs.

Even before docking, you understand that you are arriving in a beautiful place: the view of the city from the sea is a spectacle. The Venetian bell tower stands tall on a promenade dotted with palm trees, and the red roofs of the houses in the middle.

The itinerary starts from here, Split two full days to discover the city and its surroundings.
I stayed in a nice apartment right on the seafront, fantastic location and close to all the main attractions.

Day 1: Arrival in Croatia, Split

Split is truly a gem: the historic center corresponds to the ancient Diocletian’s Palace, a titanic construction that extended for 31,000 square meters.
The city today, without the walls of the Palace, branches out into hundreds of little streets that intersect with each other and it is beautiful to turn a little to the right and a little to the left to see them all.
I honestly liked Split a lot, it has a slightly Italian, slightly Southern French air that really impressed me. Or maybe because it wasn’t extremely crowded… In the morning I would go down from my apartment and rush to one of those cute little bars on the seafront (Riva), in the shade of the large umbrellas and I would be enchanted by looking at the horizon and the sea while sipping the very first coffee of the day.

Must-see monuments and activities in Split

• Take a stroll along the Riva (seafront) and have a coffee overlooking the sea and boats;
• Visit the Cathedral of St. Domnius and climb the bell tower for a breathtaking view of the city.
• Lose yourself in the narrow streets of the city and have lunch in a typical restaurant
• Stop at the Peristyle of Diocletian’s Palace (the main square of the city and a meeting place during the day and evening)
• Descend into the basement of the Palace and go shopping at the stalls
• Climb the Marjan Hill for a stunning view from above of the city that plunges into the sea. The climb is a bit tiring under the August sun, but it’s definitely worth it!
• Are you a Game of Thrones fan? In Split you can visit a Museum dedicated entirely to the series, you will surely recognize it by the huge dragon head in the window! It is located in Bosanska ul. 9, 21000, Split, open from Monday to Saturday from 10 to 22 and on Sunday from 9 to 12. Cost 100 kuna.

Day 2: Split, Trogir and the Blue Lagoon

After a good breakfast in a little bar in Riva and a stroll around the shops in the center, I go to the meeting point to set off on a half-day sea trip to discover a couple of islands near Split.

I set off by dinghy first for Trogir and then on to the beautiful Blue Lagoon.
Trogir, a UNESCO heritage site, is a small island connected to the mainland by an artificial bridge and is easy to get there by car. Arriving from the sea, it is certainly much more beautiful.
The Blue Lagoon is literally a paradise. A wonderful beach where you can relax on the shore and swim in its crystal clear waters.

It would have been very difficult (or uncertain) to organize this boat trip with a local Croatian tour operator, but luckily I remembered Get your guide! It’s not the first time I’ve booked an excursion with this site and I’m very happy with it!
I highly recommend it and will use it again!
Getyourguide.com is a search engine for tourist activities and excursions available for any city! Try to search for something, you will be surprised by how many things there are to do!

Day 3: Drive from Split – Mostar – and back to Croatia

The third day was the most tiring, 6 hours of driving in total but another country to add to my list, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
For lunch I stopped in Mostar, a city I had wanted to see for a long time. A small village full of history and beauty.
For more information on the city of Mostar (Bosnia and Herzegovina) click here to read my dedicated post 

Day 4: Old citi of Dubrovnik in Croatia

If you are traveling by car, I recommend choosing a hotel outside the historic center of Dubrovnik. I think you will find very conveniently cheaper accommodation situations than hotels inside the ancient walls and for the ease of parking.
I stayed at ZoomZoom Apartment and I had a great time: good location, modern and comfortable room, average price and free parking.

Walk through Pile Gate, the entrance to the old town, and immerse yourself in the beauty of this small city—you can see everything in one day:

• Stroll along the city walls and enjoy the sea views.
• Pass by West Harbour and reach Fort Lovrijenac for a stunning view of the city.
• Visit the Rector’s Palace.
• Visit the cloister of the Sponza Palace, the old customs house.
• Climb the monumental staircase and visit the Church of St. Ignatius.
• Wander through the streets of Dubrovnik; they are beautiful both day and night!

Lokrum Island

I recommend setting aside at least half a day to visit Lokrum Island, the green hill by the sea that you can see from every corner of the old town. Ferries leave from the main port and take about 10 minutes to reach the island. The ticket costs 120 kuna and includes the entrance fee to the island.

This island is a peaceful oasis, a garden of Eden waiting to be explored. Motorbikes and cars are not allowed, and smoking is strictly prohibited. The island is full of paths that lead in every direction, and you’ll likely meet the island’s only residents: peacocks and rabbits! At the center of the island stands the Benedictine Monastery, rich in history and mystery.

For more information about Lokrum Island, here’s my dedicated post.

Day 5: Beaches in Dubrovnik

On the day before my departure, I dedicated myself to total relaxation and headed to Banje Beach and Sulic Beach.

I had looked into other beach spots nearby, some much nicer like Cava Beach, but the price for a sunbed seemed a bit high, so I think I found the perfect compromise.

Day 6: Return Trip to Split and Ferry to Italy

On the way back, I drove along the Adriatic coast heading north—so beautiful! Be careful of the delays due to border checks when entering and leaving Croatia and Bosnia.

In conclusion: Croatia won me over from the very first glance, and I still think about the blue of its sea and the orange of its rooftops! Even though I didn’t spend much time there, I vividly remember the intense taste of Cevapcici and the smiles of the people I met. I’ll definitely return to explore more landscapes, maybe further north…

Go on traveling!

Lety goes on