CROATIA · ZADAR
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The 15 best Zadar tours in Croatia. What each day involves, who runs it, what it costs, and whether it earns a spot on the trip.
Guided Plitvice Lakes day trip from Zadar with park tickets, boat and train rides, plus optional Old Town walk at 6pm.
“This was one of my favorite things that my husband and I did on our honeymoon in Croatia. We had a fantastic day exploring Plitvice Lakes at our own pace and our guide Filip made sure the day ran perfectly. Would 100% recommend this tour.”
A 4-hour Zadar speedboat hop to Ošljak, a surprise swim stop, and Preko with snorkeling gear, photo breaks, and great skipper energy.
“Had a great time with Luka Sept 28th! The tour is a nice balance of brief history and free time for swimming and exploring. Would recommend!”
4-hour speedboat hop from Zadar with 3 swim-and-snorkel stops, clean gear, island villages, and welcome refreshments for about $35 plus a cash docking fee.
“The boat ride was good. The islands of Preko was excellent to wander about. The other two islands had very to offer in terms of good view points and restaurants for snacks. Overall a good trip!!”
10-hour Zadar boat trip to Kornati and Telascica with breakfast, Croatian wine lunch, and swims at Mir Lake and the Adriatic. From $64.
“The day was just brilliant Host where brilliant I had the best day 10/10”
Zadar to Plitvice Lakes: guided waterfalls, boat and electric train, then Zadar Old Town at 6pm. Small-group, English-led.
“Our guide Bojan was incredibly good! Thoroughly enjoyed this trip!”
Luxury 3-island boat tour from Zadar with Aperol Spritz, crystal water swims, snorkeling gear, and time on quiet islands.
“We did the tour with Ari, and it was fantastic! The organization, the tour, the information about the islands and the people, the atmosphere, and the friendliness were all fantastic!”
Zadar to Plitvice Lakes with boat and electric train, plus a guided Old Town walk. Long day, top value, real waterfall magic.
“It was a amazing experience, the view was fantastic and the water color was so beautiful. Our guide was a great and wonderful. I definitely recommend this excursion.”
Cruise Zadar’s coast on a 120-year-old wooden boat with unlimited white wine, 3 swim stops, and Kali village snacks.
“Such a fun and chilled experience. An amazing way to see some of the gorgeous coastline, visit other parts of the area and go for a swim. Definitely one worth doing!”
Four hours by boat from Zadar to Preko and Ošljak, with a crystal lagoon swim, snorkeling gear, and drinks along the way.
“We took a boat ride from Zadar and it was absolutely awesome! The Adriatic looked like a painting the whole way — clear blue water, little hidden coves, and views you don’t get from land. The ride itself was smooth and super relaxing, but also fun when we stopped for swimming and just jumped straight…”
Half-day speedboat from Zadar with 3 island stops, a crystal-clear swim in Blue Bay, and included drinks for about 4 hours.
“The guide was very helpful and the views were beatiful :)”
90-minute English walking tour of Zadar’s 3,000 years of history, plus Gligora cheese tasting. Start at People’s Square.
“Our host Melina was absolutely brilliant, very knowledgeable and professional. Would highly recommend this tour plus host…5 stars all the way…!!”
Half-day speedboat island hopping around Zadar with included snorkel gear, crystal-water swim stops, and time in Preko and town.
“Amazing and lots of fun. Had a great time and highly recommend for having an amazing time in Zadar!!”
4-hour Zadar boat tour to 6 islands and 3 lagoons; snorkel, shell hunt, a cave stop, plus organic fruit and homemade white wine.
“Very nice guide. Excellent tour.gave us enough free time. Only us(6) on the boat.”
Speedboat half-day from Zadar to Dugi otok tunnels, quiet bays for snorkeling, and a look at a sunken ship. Small-group pace.
“The trip is a must do! We had a wonderful time. All the stops were amazing, the sunken ship was something you probably might see once in a lifetime. The guide Iosif was very nice, taking care of the people, , entertaining us during the whole time with some jokes. The trip was the cherry…”
Speedboat from Zadar with Aperol spritz, snorkeling stops in clear water, and island vibes with Old Town views and swim time.
“It was perfect trip with prosecco. Our guide David was very friendly. Recommend this trip to everyone :)”
