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Private Shore Trips offers Croatia shore excursions from Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar, Hvar, Pula, Rijeka and Sibenik. Our Croatia shore trips include English speaking guides and private vehicles, with tours customizable for both small and large groups.

$50 Deposit
Reserve most private Croatia tours with a low initial deposit.
  • Dubrovnik

    DubrovnikPrivate Shore Excursions & Day Tours

    Private Shore Trips offers Dubrovnik shore excursions including old town walking tours, countryside tours with wine tastings and boat trips to the Elaphite Islands. Available for cruise passengers and hotel-based travelers, our tours include English speaking guides with private vehicles.

    $50 Deposit
    Reserve private Dubrovnik tours with a low initial deposit.
  • Hvar

    Hvar Shore Excursions

    Private Shore Trips offers Hvar shore excursions to cruise ship passengers. One of our Hvar shore trips is a walking tour of the port city while the others explore the Dalmatian villages and beautiful coast which make up this lovely island. Contact us today for information or scroll down to choose your Hvar shore excursion.

  • Pula


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    Pula Shore Excursions

    Private Shore Trips offers Pula shore excursions for cruise ship passengers. The most popular Pula shore trips visit the famous Amphitheater and Roman Forum. We also offer the chance to visit the he fjord in the Lim Bay and the charming town of Rovinj. Contact us today for information or scroll down to choose your Pula shore excursion.
  • Rijeka


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    Rijeka Shore Excursions

    Private Shore Trips offers Rijeka shore excursions for cruise ship passengers. Our most popular Rijeka shore trip visits the famous Amphitheater and Roman Forum in nearby Pula. Another popular option visits the resort town of Opatija and Trsat Castle in Rijeka. Contact us today for information or scroll down to choose your Rijeka shore excursion.
  • Sibenik


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    Sibenik Shore Excursions

    Private Shore Trips offers Sibenik shore excursions including a walking tour of the port town. However, the most popular Sibenik shore trip visits the beautiful Krka National Park, known for it's stunning waterfalls. Contact us today for information or assistance with a Sibenik shore excursion for a large group.
  • Split

    SplitPrivate Shore Excursions & Day Tours

    Private Shore Trips offers Split shore excursions to explore the UNESCO Heritage site of Diocletian's Palace, medieval Trogir and the ruins at Salona. Available for cruise passengers and hotel-based travelers, our tours include English speaking guides with private vehicles.

    $50 Deposit
    Reserve private Split tours with a low initial deposit.
  • Zadar

    Zadar Shore Excursions

    Private Shore Trips offers Zadar shore excursions to explore the Roman ruins and medieval marvels in the port town. Other popular Zadar shore trips visit nearby Croatian islands where you enjoy walking tours. Contact us today for information or assistance with a private Zadar shore excursion for a large group.

Touring in Croatia

Croatia's Adriatic coastline stretches over a thousand miles from the Istrian peninsula in the north to the walled city of Dubrovnik near the Montenegrin border. Between these two endpoints lie more than a thousand islands, medieval towns built from white limestone, and national parks where waterfalls cascade through turquoise pools. Major cruise ports include Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar, Hvar, Pula, Rijeka and Šibenik — each offering a different window into Croatia's layered history and coastal beauty.

A private guide transforms a Croatian port call from a rushed walk through crowded old towns into a curated experience built around your interests. In Dubrovnik, that might mean early access to the city walls before the midday heat and crowds. In Split, it could be a deep dive into Diocletian's Palace followed by a drive along the coast to medieval Trogir. On the island of Hvar, your guide can arrange a boat to the Pakleni Islands for a swim in secluded coves. All of our Croatia shore excursions include a private vehicle with driver and a licensed English-speaking guide.

Frequently Asked Questions — Croatia Shore Excursions

What makes your Croatia tours private?

Every tour is exclusively yours — no shared buses, no strangers, no fixed schedules. You travel in a private vehicle with your own English-speaking guide and driver. The itinerary is flexible: you can linger at a viewpoint, add a wine tasting, or skip a stop entirely. Group sizes range from couples to large family reunions, and we match the vehicle to your party.

Can you accommodate guests with mobility concerns?

Yes. When you book, let us know about any mobility needs and we will adapt the tour accordingly. Many Croatian old towns feature cobblestones and stairs, but our guides know the most accessible routes and can adjust walking distances, arrange drop-offs closer to key sites, and build in extra rest stops. We can also arrange vehicles with easier step-in access for guests who need them.

What makes Croatia a top cruise destination?

Croatia offers a rare combination of ancient walled cities, pristine coastline, and national parks all within easy reach of the port. Dubrovnik and Split are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Hvar and Korčula are among the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean, and Plitvice Lakes and Krka National Park showcase some of Europe's most dramatic waterfalls. Add world-class seafood, excellent local wines, and warm Adriatic waters, and it is easy to see why Croatia has become one of the most popular stops on Mediterranean and Adriatic cruise itineraries.

What is the back-to-ship guarantee?

Our back-to-ship guarantee means that if an unforeseen delay during your private tour prevents you from returning to the cruise terminal before your ship departs, we will arrange and cover the cost of transportation to your next port of call. This guarantee applies to all private shore excursions booked through us from any Croatian port.