On this four-day Croatia holiday, you'll discover the beauties of the Opatija Riviera, its unique churches, villas, and beautifully arranged parks.
You'll explore Mount Učka, a fairy-tale made of trees and hidden places by hitting marked and unmarked trails. You'll enjoy the unforgettable sights of Cres, a preserved island full of mesmerising landscapes and tranquillity, and reach out to secluded bays and beaches.
On this trip, you'll experience the Mediterranean, the tradition of this region, its natural beauties which have been attracting visitors for hundreds of years, its gastronomy based on local ingredients and little secrets passed on from grandmother to grandchild. On this four-day Croatia holiday, you'll discover the beauties of the Opatija Riviera, its unique churches, villas, and beautifully arranged parks.
You'll explore Mount Učka, a fairy-tale made of trees and hidden places by hitting marked and unmarked trails. You'll enjoy the unforgettable sights of Cres, a preserved island full of mesmerising landscapes and tranquillity, and reach out to secluded bays and beaches.
On this trip, you'll experience the Mediterranean, the tradition of this region, its natural beauties which have been attracting visitors for hundreds of years, its gastronomy based on local ingredients and little secrets passed on from grandmother to grandchild.
Customise this trip for a perfect match
Private, Personalised TravelNo generic group tours. Just the activities you love, and nothing you don't.
Insider Local KnowledgeAccess insider tips, hidden gems and authentic experiences known only to locals.
End-to-end ServiceFrom the initial planning to full support while travelling, Designer Journeys provides seamless service every step of the way.
Travel With ConfidenceFeel assured travelling with an accredited Australian company with comprehensive financial guarantees and a local emergency system.
More than 1900 travellers have booked with us. Join them to make your next trip full of lifelong memories.
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Opatija!
Close
Upon arrival, you'll check-in at your four-star hotel situated in Opatija, have some free time to freshen up and get ready for the Croatia holiday ahead. There is no better way to get a feel for the soul of this region than to take a leisured walk of the town with a local guide. Your guide will meet you in front of your hotel and take you on an evening stroll through Opatija's romantic promenades and streets.
Accommodation
Hotel Admiral★4 star
Activities
Private Guided Walking Tour of Opatija
Transportations
Private Driver from Pleso prijevoz Rijeka (Žabica) - Zagreb Airport Shuttle to OpatijaOptional Activity
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Opatija
Day 2
Mount Učka Hike: Hills to Sea Trail
Close
Your guide will meet you this morning for your Mount Učka hike. The trail will lead you through the forest until you reach a 1,012-metre-high hilltop sloping down into the sea. On the way to this point, you will pass through the beautiful landscape of Učka Nature Park. You will then take a trail descending via the east slope of Učka down to Medveja, a strip of coast with a beautiful beach. Afterwards, your guide can take you to the tavern offering home-made specialities and a spectacular view.
Accommodation
Hotel Admiral★4 star
Activities
Mount Učka Hike: Hills to Sea Trail
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Opatija
Day 3
Cres Island Hike
Close
Today you'll start early; your guide will pick you up in front of your hotel at 6:45 a.m. You'll take a boat from Lovran to the island of Cres where you'll begin your hike from the north coast up to the tip of the Tramontana ridge. You will walk up for about 2.5 hours before getting to the ridge. You'll walk along the ridge for two hours before reaching Dragozetići village. After a picnic lunch, you'll have the afternoon to enjoy the island and hike a little more with your local guide.
Accommodation
Hotel Admiral★4 star
Activities
Cres Island Hike
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Opatija
Cres
Day 4
Departure from Opatija
Close
After breakfast, you'll check out of the hotel. If you have spare time before leaving Opatija, you should check out the Green Market, a lively fruit and vegetable market which is a great place to see how the locals shop and to pick up some fresh fruits for your trip.
Activities
OpatijaOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Opatija
Share With Your Partners
Download this trip itinerary as a PDF and start planning your next trip offline!
What’s included?
3 nights accommodation
3 activities
3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 1,402/ per traveller sharing
Get a fully customised trip plan today
Benefits of this trip
Croatia in 4 days
4-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
