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15 Private Tours in Croatia Worth Booking

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The 15 best private tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls Tour from Dubrovnik (Semi-Private) - Kravice Waterfalls before the crowds
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Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls Tour from Dubrovnik (Semi-Private)

1.Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls Tour from Dubrovnik (Semi-Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,125 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $134Our pick

Travel from Dubrovnik in a small group of up to eight, crossing into Bosnia and Herzegovina with a driver-guide such as Marko, Bruno, Mateo, or Disco. Visit Kravice Waterfalls, then spend about three hours in Mostar for the Old Bridge, lunch, shopping, and local history.

“It was a fun trip. I loved Mostar. It's pretty. I enjoyed being there, eating and shopping. Mateo is very knowledgeable. Gave us a quick review of Yugoslavian history.”

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Dubrovnik: Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks - Cruising past the Franjo Tuđman Bridge
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Dubrovnik: Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

2.Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 814 reviews · 4 hours · from $73

Join an English-speaking guide such as Mario, Duje, or Robert for a four-hour private speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves, with snorkeling gear, GoPro use, cliff jumping, Sunj Beach, and unlimited beer, rakia, water, and juice.

“Fabulous trip with good guide and boat. The caves are stunning and the beach is well worth the visit”

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Dubrovnik Private Speedboat Tour to Elaphite Islands with Drinks - Lopud brings beaches and village life
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Dubrovnik Private Speedboat Tour to Elaphite Islands with Drinks

3.Dubrovnik Private Speedboat Tour to Elaphite Islands with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Dubrovnik with a private skipper such as Marin, Ante, Mario, or Simon. Swim at Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves, visit car-free Lopud, and add Šipan on the 8-hour trip. Drinks, towels, life jackets, and snorkeling gear are included, while lunch and fuel cost extra.

“What a beautiful, magical experience. Orsat was fabulous…kind, knowledgeable and accommodating. Definitely do the 8 hr tour if you can, so worth it. This tour was the perfect way to spend our last day in Dubrovnik. Highly recommend!”

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Private Tour: Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik - Perast and the Bay of Kotor
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Private Tour: Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik

4.Private Tour: Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 495 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $296

Travel privately from Dubrovnik to Montenegro with an English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Perast, Kotor, and Budva, with time for the Church of Our Lady of the Rocks, lunch, beaches, and a ferry ride across Kotor Bay. Guides such as Zach, Ivan, Milko, and Teo are often assigned.

“We had an exceptional day with Dejan. We had planned a five hour trip to visit Kotor Bay and Kotor as well as another city. Because we love photography, he recommended a different city in Bosnia, which allowed for less time riding in the car and more time enjoying the beautiful countryside. He was friendly, adaptable, attentive, and communicated well and often with us via WhatsApp. He gave us plenty of time to wander and enjoy ourselves. A wonderful experience.”

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SPLIT-PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian's Palace & Old Town - The palace, Peristyle, and imperial entrance
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SPLIT-PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian’s Palace & Old Town

5.PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian’s Palace & Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 467 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend about two hours with an English-speaking licensed guide in a private group of up to 12. Joško is often associated with this tour, which combines Roman palace ruins, medieval Split, local stories, and optional paid entries to the cathedral, Temple of Jupiter, and cellars.

“Probably the best guided tour I have enjoyed anywhere in the world, as an experienced traveler. Josko was charming, entertaining, extremely knowledgeable and professional, yet friendly and engaging. Fantastic detailed tour of the Diocletian palace, with excellent architectural details and explanations that made the grounds come alive. Followed by a locals only long stroll through the markets and old city. Definitely ask specifically for Josko, he is the best”

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Tour The Game of Thrones - Private Walking Tour - Kolorina Bay and the view toward Lovrijenac
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Tour The Game of Thrones – Private Walking Tour

6.Tour The Game of Thrones – Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 464 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town and nearby fortifications with guides such as Tom, Tonka, or Jovica, tracing King’s Landing, Qarth, and Flea Bottom. Expect filming photos, behind-the-scenes stories, Croatian history, stairs, flexible routing, and a photo stop on an Iron Throne replica.

“Tomislav was a friendly, knowledgeable tour guide. Despite only one GOT fan in our group, we all enjoyed the tour. Tomislav made it interesting and fun , he had plenty of historical knowledge about Dubrovnik as well as GOT. We all gained from his wealth of knowledge and he brought the city to life. He was also patient for toilet and iced coffee takeaway breaks! We thoroughly recommend!”

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Private Krka Waterfalls tour with 30min Boat Cruse - Arriving at Skradin by boat
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Private Krka Waterfalls tour with 30min Boat Cruse

7.Private Krka Waterfalls tour with 30min Boat Cruse

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 458 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $301

Travel from Split to Krka National Park by air-conditioned minibus, cruise 30 minutes from Skradin, then explore Skradinski buk at your own pace. Guides such as Stipe, Tea, Sandra, and Marija are praised for clear instructions. Add a wine and olive oil tasting in Plastovo, or keep the extra time for the park.

“We booked this trip before heading to Split, Croatia. What a lovely day had by my friend and me. An 8.30 start was worth it!! From start to finish the trip was very well informed by our guide, Stipe (Stephen). He was approachable, friendly and even set up a what’s app group with all the information we needed. He was informative from the stepping on the coach to helping us book up bus tickets on our return to Spitz. Having the what’s app group set up became very handy as I had to contact the guide as a little confused on where to meet for the wine tour. He was…”

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Dubrovnik: Private Boat Tours to Elaphite Islands - Koločep: caves, clear water, and the first swim
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Dubrovnik: Private Boat Tours to Elaphite Islands

8.Private Boat Tours to Elaphite Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Cruise from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan on a private boat for 4 to 8 hours. Swim at caves and quiet bays, relax at Šunj Beach, explore island villages, and ask captains such as Toni, Mario, or Filip to arrange a local lunch.

“A gorgeous place and an ideal boat charter. We went to a few popular spots for snorkeling into caves and swimming on beaches.”

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Split by Private Electric Rickshaw - Palace & Hidden Gems - From the Riva to Prokurative Square
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Split by Private Electric Rickshaw – Palace & Hidden Gems

9.Split by Private Electric Rickshaw – Palace & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 412 reviews · 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48Best value

This private electric rickshaw tour takes you from Split’s Riva and Diocletian’s Palace to Marjan Forest Park, Sustipan, and local beaches. Choose a shorter city route or a longer coastal outing, with guides such as Toma, Rosa, Mario, and Mounass offering local stories in English.

“This was such a fun experience for our party of 6 adults during our cruise stop. We were able to see so much more of Split than we would have ever been able to do on our own. Our tour guides - Ella, Rosa, and Tomas - were so friendly and knowledgeable about this great town. We were able to learn so much and fell in love with the beauty around us. Highly recommend - especially if you are limited on time like you are with cruise stops. We will be back!”

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Private Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands tour from Split - Komiza on Vis: a useful pause after the cave
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Private Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands tour from Split

10.Private Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands tour from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.)

Spend 10 to 12 hours on a private open-air speedboat from Split, visiting the Blue Cave, Komiza, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, Mamma Mia beach, and Hvar. Your English-speaking skipper, such as Branko or Steve, can adjust the day, while snorkeling gear and Blue Cave skip-the-line service are included.

“We loved the tour guide, Steve, he was easy to talk to and very friendly. The blue cave was amazing and we loved swimming in the 3 locations. The water was beautiful and we really enjoyed eating and shopping in the different islands.”

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Montenegro Private Full Day Tour from Dubrovnik - Leaving Dubrovnik at 7 in the morning
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Montenegro Private Full Day Tour from Dubrovnik

11.Montenegro Private Full Day Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 376 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.)

Travel from Dubrovnik into Montenegro in a private vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide Filip. See Kotor Bay, Perast, and Kotor Old Town, join a guided walk, stop at scenic viewpoints, and choose optional extras such as a boat to Our Lady of the Rocks.

“We took a day tour to Montenegro. It was amazing! Filip is extremely passionate and well informed about the area. We had a great time visiting Kotor Bay and Perast. Filip took us to a great local place for lunch, which was lovely. Overall, great experience! Highly recommend”

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Private Boat Tour to Elafiti Islands - Kolocep and the swim into the Blue Cave
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Private Boat Tour to Elafiti Islands

12.Private Boat Tour to Elafiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Take a private speedboat from Dubrovnik to the Elafiti Islands with a skipper such as Tom, Ivan, Josip, or Nika. Swim into Kolocep’s Blue Cave, relax on Lopud’s sandy Sunj Beach, and, on the eight-hour trip, visit quiet Sipan. Snorkel gear, drinks, and a GoPro camera are provided.

“Booking this boat tour was the best decision we made on our vacation! Our captain, Tom, was amazing! He checked in with us the day before, and arranged an uber pick up from our Airbnb. The whole trip was based on our needs/wants and Tom took us to some amazing snorkeling and swimming places. He recommended a great lunch spot, dropped us off and then picked us up when we were ready! The highlight was a beautiful blue cave that he took us to - the opening of the cave looked a little intimidating and hard to get into, but once we were inside it was totally worth it! Thank…”

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Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5 - Koločep’s Green Cave, Blue Cave, and Three Caves
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Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5

13.Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 355 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Captain Šime, also called Simon, takes your private group of up to seven from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and possibly Šipan aboard a Cap Camarat 7.5. Expect caves, swimming, Šunj Beach, drinks, snorkeling gear, towels, GoPro use, and hotel transfers.

“We loved the boat ride with Simon. His recommendations of where to go and what to see were spot on to what we wanted with a four-year-old aboard. He was gracious and fun, catering to our needs.”

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Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private - Setting off from Obala kneza Branimira 27
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Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private

14.Boat tour Half day -Private

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 354 reviews

Spend five hours with a private group of up to six on a 7-meter boat from Zadar. Skipper Natko takes you to Ošljak, Galevac, and Ugljan for snorkeling, swimming, island walks, and free time in small villages. Drinks, fuel, and snorkeling gear are included.

“Natko was amazing! we had an incredible time with him showing us to a nice snorkeling spot and islands. It was a great experience and he was awesome!”

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Old Zagreb Private Tour - Petrini Pyli and the climb toward the Upper Town
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Old Zagreb Private Tour

15.Old Zagreb Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90

Walk Zagreb’s historic center with a certified local guide such as Iva, Nicolina, Tonka, Vid, Diana, or Darko. You’ll see Ban Jelačić Square, the preserved old-town gate, St. Mark’s Square, Lotrščak Tower, Dolac Market, Tkalčićeva Street, and the cathedral in about two hours.

“Our guide vid was awesome. He kept useful and fun information about zagreb. We totally would recommend the tour”

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