11 days in Graz & Croatia Itinerary

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Graz, Austria
— 1 day
Drive
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Pula, Croatia
— 2 nights
Drive to Krk, Ferry to Rab Island
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Rab Island, Croatia
— 6 nights
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Drive to Misnjak Rab, Ferry to Stinica, Drive to Plitvice Lakes National Park
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Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
— 2 nights
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Graz, Austria — 1 day

On the 21st (Wed), don't miss a visit to Franziskanerviertel, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of the Franciscans (Franziskanerkirche), then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Herz Jesu Kirche, then examine the collection at FRida & freD - Das Grazer Kindermuseum, and finally get a new perspective on nature at Universalmuseum Joanneum.

For where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Graz travel itinerary planner.

Bratislava, Slovakia to Graz is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of bus and flight; or take a train. June in Graz sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can go by car to Pula.
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Pula, Croatia — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the ancient world of Pula Arena.

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You can drive from Graz to Pula in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of shuttle and flight; or take a bus. In June in Pula, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) so you can travel to Rab Island.
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Rab Island, Croatia — 6 nights

Get a sense of the local culture at Kuca Rabske Torte and Crkva Sv.Petra. Escape the urban bustle at Pudarica Beach and Podsilo Beach.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Rab Island driving holiday planner.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Pula to Rab Island in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Thu) to allow time for travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park.
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Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia — 2 nights

On the 30th (Fri), take in the dramatic natural features at Veliki Prstavac, look for gifts at Plitvice ART FARM, explore the activities along Gavanovac Lake, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Milino, then contemplate the waterfront views at Burgeti Lakes, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Great Cascades. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at Veliki Slap and then delve into the distant past at Stari grad Slunj.

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You can do a combination of car and ferry from Rab Island to Plitvice Lakes National Park in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus, ferry, and car; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to travel back home.
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Croatia travel guide

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Historic Walking Areas · Landmarks · National Parks
Once situated on the edge of empires between the Balkans and Central Europe, Croatia represents a land of great natural diversity and rich cultural heritage. Croatian cultural tourism relies on the charming juxtaposition of contrasts. Venetian palaces sit next to Napoleonic forts, Viennese mansions face Socialist Realist sculpture, and early Slavic churches built on the sites of ancient Roman settlements offer countless sightseeing opportunities. Croatia's museums present the main stages of the history of Europe. The country's sapphire seawater and long coastline speckled with islands draws visitors, as do numerous nature reserves, marinas, ancient fortified towns, and sandy and rocky beaches. In recent years, Croatia's shoreline has become a famed center for nautical tourism and naturism, and is a promising diving destination. Hikers explore outdoor landscapes of canyons, underground grottoes, dramatic waterfalls, stony peaks, and scenic lakes of the Dinaric Alps, which hug the coastline. Inland areas showcase mountain resorts, national parks, pine forests, vineyards, and spas.
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