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This Zadar to Murter Island Twin-Centre Holiday holiday is the perfect choice for couples, friends or families looking to combine a beach holiday with exciting sightseeing of historic Zadar on the Adriatic coast.
Established under the name of Iader in the 4th century BC, Zadar was a settlement of the prehistoric tribe of Liburnians.
In the 1st century BC, Zadar came under Roman rule and became a Roman colony.
Today visitors can see the remains of the Roman forum in the centre of Zadar.
In the early Middle Ages, Zadar came under the Byzantine rule and became the centre of Byzantine administration over the province of Dalmatia.
The symbol of Zadar is the curious 9th-century church of St Donatus.
With an unusual round layout, this church is one of the best examples of Pre-Romanesque architecture in Europe.
Murter Island is very easy to reach and unspoiled by tourism; this peaceful oasis is a great choice for a relaxing summer holiday.
Throughout history, Murter has always been known for its high-quality olive oil production and boasts some of Croatia’s most beautiful beaches.
The most famous is the Slanica beach situated in the town of Murter.
This beach has both sandy and rocky parts, with various sporting facilities, restaurants and beach bars.
Zadar
7 nights/8 days
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Welcome to Zadar!
We’ll pick you up from the airport and transfer you to Murter Island, connected to the mainland by a bridge.
It takes about an hour to get from Zadar Airport to Murter Island.
Transfer to your hotel on Murter.
Overnight at a hotel on Murter.
Enjoy your free time on Murter Island, exploring the beautiful beaches and the town centre.
Alternatively, we can organise one of the day trips for you (see the list below).
Overnight at a hotel on Murter.
Enjoy your free time on Murter Island, exploring the beautiful beaches and the town centre.
Alternatively, we can organise one of the day trips for you (see the list below).
Overnight at a hotel on Murter.
After breakfast, we’ll organise a private transfer from Murter Island to Zadar for you.
Arrival in Zadar & transfer to your hotel. Free time to explore Zadar.
Overnight at a hotel in Zadar.
After breakfast, we’ll organise a guided tour of Zadar for you.
The Roman name for this city was Iader and it was an important town and port throughout the Ancient and Medieval history of Croatia.
It is full of historical and cultural sights and a home to one of the best examples of Pre-Romanesque architecture in this area – The St. Donatus’ Church.
Other sights you’ll visit are the city walls, the Roman Forum, the Romanesque Cathedral of St. Anastasia, the unique Sea Organ and more.
Free afternoon for your own activities.
Overnight at a hotel in Zadar.
After breakfast, we suggest a day trip to the Krka National Park, only a short ride away from Zadar.
Being one of the most beautiful national parks in Croatia, the Krka National Park boasts many wonderful footpaths and offers various sightseeing tours, boat trips, souvenir shops and restaurants.
The main attraction is the popular Skradinski buk, a natural pool with wonderful waterfalls.
After the excursion, return to your hotel.
Overnight at a hotel in Zadar.
Enjoy your free time in Zadar.
Alternatively, we can organise one of the day trips for you (see the list below).
Overnight at a hotel in Zadar.
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Zadar and transfer you to Zadar Airport for your flight home or to another hotel for a remainder of your stay.
Breakfast varies, although it mostly includes fried or scrambled eggs, a selection of salami, sausages and cheese with bread, rolls or toast and different types of cereal.
Lunch is the main meal in Croatia – it usually starts with soup, which is followed by a cooked meal.
Croatian food is heavily influenced by Austrian and Italian cuisines.
In Dalmatia, seafood, risottos, and pasta are very popular.
In continental parts, you should try schnitzel, roast meat dishes, roast potatoes, different types of pies etc.
If you prefer a lighter lunch, many restaurants offer different salads, soups, sandwiches etc.
Beaches in Croatia are mostly pebbly, some are rocky and there are several sandy beaches, although rare.
If you’re traveling with small children, it might be a good idea to get the beach shoes for them.
These can be purchased at shops and stands situated by or at beaches in Croatia.
Since January 2023, the Euro has been adopted as the official currency in Croatia. As of July 2023, 1 Croatian Euro is valued at approximately 0.86 Pound sterling.
Yes, Croatia entered the European Union in 2013.
Yes. Your travel agent will provide his/her mobile phone number, so you can reach them quickly.
Should you need any assistance before or during the holiday, let them know and they will help as soon as possible.
Give your agent a day’s notice and he/she will book a table at a requested restaurant for you or suggest best restaurants in the area.
Yes. Any additional cost will be added to your remaining balance invoice, which is due 60 days prior to your departure.
Your agent will share their personal mobile phone number with you; you’re welcome to contact them anytime (we recommend Whatsapp to save money!) should you have any questions or need assistance.
All our agents are native Croatians with rich knowledge of their country and the region.
A minimum deposit of 20% is due at the time of booking and the remaining balance is due 60 days before your departure date.
Please note that the deposit and balance due date may vary depending on the nature of the booking.
We accept payment from all major credit/debit cards.
You can pay via an online payment link which will be sent to you upon request or via bank transfer.
Yes, just let your agent know that you’d like to pay in instalments. The full amount needs to be paid 60 days prior to your departure.
We’ll email the confirmation pack to you.
Three weeks before departure, we’ll send you a pack containing all your travel documents (service vouchers).
The pack will normally be sent to your home address.
Alternatively, we can arrange the delivery to another address or to your hotel in Europe (applicable for clients travelling from other continents).
Please see our Terms & Conditions for our cancellation policy.
Since 2007 the Croatian government has levied a tourist tax or otherwise known as a Sojourn tax.
This is a tax imposed on all visitors and is common amongst virtually all the European countries.
The tax is paid to the various tourist boards and used to maintain their tourist facilities.
The amount levied ranges from 10kn to 20kn per person, per day depending on which town/city you are staying in and the season you arrive in.
The tourist tax is calculated by the hotel and added to your final hotel bill when you check out.
Please note it is your responsibility to make sure your travel documents are valid.
If you require a Visa to visit Croatia, please make sure to obtain it on time.
For more information, please see our Useful Links.
We also suggest that you purchase travel health insurance before your trip to Croatia.