How to avoid crowds while on holiday in Croatia
Croatia is very popular summer holiday destination owing to its beautiful coast and hundreds of islands waiting to be explored.
The record numbers of tourist staying in Croatia are broken year after year. The most crowded time of the year is from the end of July to the middle of August, so we recommend June and September because the weather is still very nice and sunny, sea is warm and most important of all there are far fewer people so you rarely wait in lines for visiting attractions or walk around town surrounded by large groups of people.
A lot of people choose sightseeing instead of swimming and if they do decide to go swimming, the city beaches will most likely be overcrowded. If you choose visit any of the numerous gorgeous islands there might be more hidden coves and bays to visit for relaxing and swimming. Split area offers so many different tours that everybody should do while staying in the city because that will be the perfect opportunity to find less crowded and hidden spots to cool off in the sea or enjoy nature even for one day.
TOP 10 ONE DAY ESCAPES FROM SPLIT
1.BLUE CAVE AND HVAR ISLAND TOUR
Blue Cave is one of the most beautiful spots on the Adriatic because of the amazing glowing blue light. The sunlight reflects through from sea bottom and bathes the entire cave in aquamarine light.
On this tour you will visit 5 different islands for one day and see so many beautiful hidden coves and bays for swimming. Hvar island offers a rich cultural heritage and is a perfect spot to enjoy the sun and the sea.
2. PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK
The National Park Plitvička jezera (Plitvice Lakes) is the oldest Croatian national park. It is known for its magnificent travertine waterfalls which create clear lake in a constant biodynamic process of travertine creation. As a result of that process, a serious of 16 cascade-lined larger and several smaller lakes, which are the most picturesque part of this Park, was created.
3. ZLATNI RAT AND BOL TOWN
This tour is perfect for a one day escape from the city crowd. Island Brač is close to Split so you will have plenty of time to relax, swim and explore beautiful Bol and Golden Cape beach.
4. BLUE LAGOON SPEEDBOAT TOUR
This tour is perfect for swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear blue sea or just catching some tan on our speedboat. You will enjoy the perfect blue and clear sea on the first stop and than we will go on to the unique UNESCO protected old town-island of Trogir. At the end, while cruising back to Split take in the breathtaking views of the Central Dalmatian coast and islands.
5. ZIP- LINE OVER CETINA CANYON
Ziplining is an adrenaline tour where people descend through the canyon by a steel wire rope, fastened with a belt. This adventure also includes training and walk in nature. Depending on the size of the group, zip-line offers up to three hours of unforgettable fun and stunning views in beautiful, untouched nature.
6. CANYONING ON CETINA RIVER
Canyoning on the Cetina river is the best adventure in the nature you can find in this area. You can hike and swim through the amazing Cetina canyon that the river has been forming last 1000 years. Walk in the canyons tunnels, enjoy the crystal clear water of Cetina and the nature around you.
7. KRKA NATIONAL PARK
The bed of the river Krka is deeply embedded into the limestone plateau between the towns Knin and Skradin. This natural and karstic phenomenon created seven travertine waterfalls. This is a perfect spot for relax and enjoy in nature.
8. SEA KAYAKING IN SPLIT
This tour is perfect for spending a relaxing day paddling around the town of Split and fascinating Marjan hill, while enjoying the amazing view. The perfect timing will be early in the morning to see a nice sunrise or in the late afternoon to see a beautiful sunset. You will escape from city crowds and sea with sound of the nature will give you the best relax therapy.
9. SECRET MARJAN PARK HIKING TOUR
This hills and its forests are the lungs of the city, the most popular place to escape from the city crowd and chaotic pace of life during the high season. It has always been a favourite place for walking, jogging, climbing or riding a bike.
10. KLIS FOTRESS
Before visiting Klis it is important to understand its historical importance. The fortress is perched on an unscalable cliff that looms over a gorge between the Mosor and Kozjak mountains. The interesting fact about this place is that some scenes of the TV show Game of Thrones were shot here. You can easily spend a few hours walking around the fortress and visit a small church, a museum, and a room dedicated to Game of Thrones memorabilia.
