Inland Croatia Adventure
Discover Croatia's most popular inland attractions
Croatia Family Adventure Holidays
MULTI-ACTIVITY TOUR | 8 days | from 850€ | Hiking, Cycling, Rafting, Kayaking in Inland Croatia. Locations: Plitvice Lakes – UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, the Mreznica River in green highlights of Gorski Kotar and Zrmanja River, the hidden beauty in the hinterland of Dalmatia.
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Three words describe this Inland Croatia 8-day (or 5-day) multi-activity adventure: GREEN, ACTIVE, AUTHENTIC.
An attractive mixture of various exciting activities and new destinations makes this multi-day adventure tour a great way to discover Croatia's most popular inland attractions. Every day is a thrilling experience. The itinerary also includes a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, where we will enjoy great white water rafting on the Una River.
Accommodation is provided in the family guesthouses in the Ethno Village of Korana, a small romantic place located along the Korana River, one kilometre before the entrance to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. The peaceful village is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area. You’ll also have plenty of time to explore Croatia’s historic sites or simply unwind.
If you are looking for an adventure with family and friends, then we highly recommend this Inland Croatia multi-activity adventure tour packed with exciting water experiences. Perfect Croatia holidays on hot summer days!
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival in Korana Village
When you arrive in Zagreb, we’ll pick you up from the airport or train station and drive you to your accommodation in Korana Village, a small riverside village located on the Korana River, near the famous Plitvice Lakes. The peaceful ethnic village is an ideal base for our 8-day exploring tour through the surrounding area. After settling into your rooms, we will meet for dinner and a brief orientation, during which we will discuss the tour itinerary and get to know all the participants. Drive: 2 hours one way. Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: dinner.
Day 2 - Walking Day in NP Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, we set out to explore Croatia’s most stunning national park — the breathtaking Plitvice Lakes. With its 16 emerald‑green travertine lakes, more than 90 cascading waterfalls, and numerous caves, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a true masterpiece of nature. In this extraordinary environment, we will have a lunch break. A panoramic boat and a tourist train will take us across the lake and back toward the park’s exit. Later in the afternoon, we return to Korana Village, where you can spend the rest of the day swimming in the clear river in front of your accommodation. Walking: 6-9 kilometres. Terrain: easy, well-marked paths. Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: breakfast and dinner (picnic lunch on your own). Drive: 5 minutes each way.
Day 3 - Cycling in Plitvice Lakes area
On our third day, we will explore the rolling countryside of the Plitvice area by bike. The trail will lead us through forests, over hills, and green fields to the Barac Caves, where we'll stop for a guided underground tour through Upper Barac’s caves with a length of 520 metres. After visiting the caves, we will make a break for a picnic lunch and enjoy the tranquil setting. In the afternoon, we will bike back to our accommodation in Korana Village. Cycling: 4 hours, easy/moderate. Terrain: rolling hills. Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: breakfast (picnic lunch and dinner on your own). Please note that the full cycling route may be challenging for young children, but our support van is always available to pick them up and return them to the village if they become tired.
Day 4 - Kayaking on Zrmanja River
Today awaits us a true adventure - kayaking in a 200-meter-deep canyon of the Zrmanja River, the hidden beauty in the hinterland of Dalmatia. This thrilling journey along crystal‑clear emerald waters — over rapids and waterfalls, past hidden pools and beneath towering cliffs — promises an experience you’ll never forget. No previous kayaking experience is needed if you can swim. We use open canoes or sit-on-top 2-person kayaks (with an optional child seat). Rafting boats are used during high water season (usually before May and after September), but the water level can vary in spring and autumn. After kayaking on the Zrmanja River, we will drive back to our accommodation in Korana Village. Drive: 2h each way. Kayaking: 4 hours, class II-III, easy/moderate. Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: breakfast (picnic lunch and dinner on your own).
Day 5 - Free day
For participants who chose a 5-day tour, this is the end of their holiday. After breakfast, you are welcome to schedule your homeward flight at any time. The rest of the group continues their adventure. The motto for the fifth tour day is "free and easy", offering the participants a choice between staying active or relaxing by or in the river in front of their accommodation. Some of the options include a self‑guided cycling tour in and around Plitvice Lakes National Park, scenic walks, excursions to nearby towns of interest, as well as beach trips and general sightseeing. Drive: max. 2 hours one way. Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: breakfast (lunch and dinner on your own).
Day 6 - Una River Rafting
Today, we will cross the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Our rafting day trip on the most beautiful river will be a great experience. The Una River forms a natural border between Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is part of the Una National Park, located in north-western Bosnia, across from the NP Plitvice Lakes on the Croatian side. The Una is rich in water even in summer, so rafting is possible all year round. There are several sections to choose from, and our guides will select the one that is best adapted to the group's abilities and current water levels. After a well-deserved break, we return to Korana Village completely amazed by our rafting adventure on the Una River. Drive: 1 hour one way; Rafting: class I-IV, 2-3 hours, easy/moderate. Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast (picnic lunch and dinner on your own).
Day 7 - Kayaking in Mreznica River Canyon
Another river adventure – kayaking in the canyon of the Mrežnica River. We will start our tour through the Upper Mreznica Canyon from the place which is approximately. 45 minutes away from our accommodation. This part of the river is the most beautiful for kayaking tours. Our route leads us through a narrow, dramatic gorge, where we paddle beneath towering cliffs, weave through lush vegetation, and glide past cascading waterfalls on our way to the crystal‑clear freshwater spring. We continue our expedition to the second-highest waterfall on the Mreznica (8m), which is an ideal place for swimming and a lunch break. After a break, we continue to the endpoint of the kayaking trip. After all the activity, we will have some free time to visit Rastoke Village on the Slunjcica River. This picturesque 300-year-old watermill village (30 km from the UNESCO site Plitvice Lakes) has the nickname „Little Plitvice“. We return to the Korana village for dinner and our last overnight stay. Drive: 45 min each way. Kayaking: class II-III, easy/moderate, 2 - 3 hours; in case of high water levels, we use rafting boats instead of kayaks (2 hours of rafting). Accommodation: private guesthouse. Meals: breakfast and dinner (picnic lunch on your own).
Day 8 - Departure from Korana Village
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and flight home. Meals: breakfast. Van drive: 2 hours one way.
- Note on the itinerary:
This itinerary and the duration of the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, water levels, special events of interest, etc. Our guides and trip leaders will do their utmost to ensure the best possible experience for our clients without compromising safety at any time. This may require adjusting the original itinerary to avoid any discomfort or risk arising from exceptional circumstances. Inlandia.com reserves the right to modify the itinerary without prior notice
Price information & additional costs:
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Tour dates 2026: |
8-day tour |
5-day tour |
Tour dates 2026: |
8-day tour |
5-day tour |
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2 - 9 May |
850 € |
620 € |
18 – 25 July |
940 € |
690 € |
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9 - 16 May |
850 € |
620 € |
25 July – 1 August |
940 € |
690 € |
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16 - 23 May |
850 € |
620 € |
1 – 8 August |
940 € |
690 € |
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23 - 30 May |
850 € |
620 € |
8 – 15 August |
940 € |
690 € |
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30 May – 6 June |
940 € |
690 € |
15 – 22 August |
940 € |
690 € |
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6 – 13 June |
940 € |
690 € |
22 – 29 August |
940 € |
690 € |
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13 – 20 June |
940 € |
690 € |
29 August – 5 September |
940 € |
690 € |
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20 – 27 June |
940 € |
690 € |
5 – 12 September |
850 € |
620 € |
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27 June – 4 July |
940 € |
690 € |
12 – 19 September |
850 € |
620 € |
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4 – 11 July |
940 € |
690 € |
19 – 26 September |
850 € |
620 € |
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11 – 18 July |
940 € |
690 € |
26 September – 3 October |
850 € | 620 € |
- All prices are per person.
- Minimum occupancy per room: 2 persons.
- The tour price is based on a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of sixteen (16) participants in a group.
- Individual guests can join an existing group.
- Definite departure will be confirmed to participants by e-mail.
DISCOUNTS:
- children 8-12 years: 10%
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
- Experienced local English-speaking guide and assistance.
- 7 nights accommodation (sometimes two rooms share one bathroom).
- Meals: 7x breakfast and 3x dinner (as noted in the itinerary).
- Use of bicycles, kayaks, canoes, rafts, paddles, life jackets, and helmets.
- 5 days of organized activities.
- Use of neoprene shorts and booties or sandals in case of cold weather.
- Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance fee.
- Local taxes.
- Arrival transfers from/to airport or meeting point in Zagreb.
- Arrival and departure transfers: several group transfers will be organized throughout the day depending on group arrival times from the Zagreb meeting point and Zagreb airport. Waiting time may take up to 3 hours.
- Ground transportation (private transport throughout).
- Basic insurance and costs for the organization and realization of travel.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE / Additional costs:
- International airfare to/from Croatia.
- Single-use supplement: 20%
- Drinks and meals not listed in the itinerary.
- Optional excursions on a free day. Approx. 40 – 70 € per person (based on a min. of 4 participants).
- Tips and other personal expenses.
- Additional health insurance and cancellation insurance, which can be arranged by e-mail to info@inlandia.com
- All other expenses not covered by the programme.
Remarks:
Maximum number of participants: 16 guests per group. Larger groups upon request.
Minimum age: 8 years if accompanied by parent(s).
Children discount: valid for children 8-12 years of age if accompanied by an adult. One child enjoying discount shares parents’ room; two or more children can have their own room.
Accommodation type: rooms in private guesthouses. Each house in Korana Village has 2-3 bedrooms, sometimes two rooms share one bathroom.
Sharing a twin room with another person is possible in case there are other guests interested in sharing.
Optional excursions (dependent on suitable weather conditions) can be booked and paid for on site.
This itinerary includes a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Feel free to check with the relevant government office, the Bosnian embassy, or consulate to make sure you have the correct visa information. If you need a visa for the EU, you will require a double-entry visa.
You need to bring:
Sturdy hiking shoes, sun glasses, sun cream, water, appropriate spare clothes in accordance to the weather conditions (fleece/jumper, rain gear), camera.
TOP 5 HIGHLIGHTS:
- Accommodation in Ethno Village Korana
- Natural beauties of Plitvice Lakes
- Kayaking on the Mrežnica River in the Gorski Kotar region
- Zrmanja River – hidden beauty in inland of Dalmatia
- Rafting on the Una River (Una National Park) – the most beautiful river in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Ethno Village Korana is a small riverside village located along the Korana River, near the entrance to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. The peaceful village is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area. The houses in the village are built in a rustic style that represents true historical heritage. Also, there are mills from the 19th century and a sawmill powered by water. In hot summers you can swim in the crystal clear river in front of your accommodation. Also close are some interesting sights like the Barac-Caves (15 km), Old Town Dreznik Grad (10 km), and Rastoke Village (called „Little Plitvice“, 27 km).
- Plitvice Lakes National Park is a misty natural wonderland. A spectacular chain of turquoise lakes linked together with cascading falls and travertine pools. Plitvice Lakes is one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe and the largest in Croatia. It has been proclaimed a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, due to its exquisite series of 16 emerald green and opal blue travertine lakes, more than 90 waterfalls and numerous caves. The lakes are surrounded by beech and pine forests and are home to a vibrant world of wildlife. The Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of themost beautiful natural sights in Europe.
- Mrežnica River in the Croatian heartland is popular among nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts because of its large number of waterfalls, totalling 93. This crystal clear river with rich flora and fauna, is ideal for swimming, kayaking through beautiful canyons, natural jacuzzi in waterfalls and walking over to small river islands. It offers also plenty of stops for 'jumping' and taking photos.
- Zrmanja River is the hidden beauty in the hinterland of Dalmatia. It is one of Croatia's most beautiful rivers: wild and unpolluted. Its 200 m deep canyon with many rapids and a 12 metres high waterfall named "Veliki buk" provides an exciting river-rafting adventure. The river springs below the mountain Poštak in the southern part of the Lika region, in the hinterland of Zadar, and flows into the Novigrad Sea, 11 km from the town of Obrovac. Zrmanja is, thanks to the sea, suitable for rafting all year round (when the water level is high enough).
- Una National Park is one of the three national parks in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The park is located in the north-western part of Bosnia along the Bosnian-Croatian border, south of the city Bihać. It was established in 2008 around the Upper Una River and the Unac River. Only 40 km from NP Una is the famous Croatian NP Plitvice Lakes. The waterfalls and white water rapids of the River are the highlights of the park. The most famous waterfalls are the great Strabacki Buk with its 8 metres and a tiny one at Martin Brod, where the popular "International Una Regatta" kayaking competition begins. Throughout the park, visitors can enjoy prime conditions for rafting, fishing, cycling and hiking. Area of the park has rich cultural-historic heritage and numerous archaeological sites, many dating from the prehistoric period. The significant historical and cultural heritage of the area within the park's zone is the Roman fort Milančeva Kula, Rmanj Monastery in Martin Brod, medieval fortress Ostrovica above Kulen Vakuf and Ottoman fortress Havala.
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