9 days in Croatian Islands Itinerary

A trip to Krk Island ensures you enjoy some Italian atmosphere and loads of Croatian culture.

On the 6th (Sun), don't miss a visit to Vrbnik, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St.Trinity - Baska, then kick back and relax at Stara Baska (Old Baska), and finally get to know the fascinating history of Baska.

For traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Krk Island trip tool.

Johannesburg, South Africa to Krk Island is an approximately 174.5-hour car ride. Traveling from Johannesburg to Krk Island, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Johannesburg in October, expect nights in Krk Island to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are slightly colder, around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Bol.

An hour boat ride from Split on the island of Brac, Bol boasts a charming old town, pebble beach, and great windsurfing conditions. Historical charm abounds here in the form of stone houses, narrow pedestrian streets, and historical attractions marked with panels.

On the 7th (Mon), appreciate the extensive heritage of Golden horn from above, then enjoy the sand and surf at Murvica Beach, and then take in the awesome beauty at Vidova Gora. On the 8th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take an in-depth tour of Dominican Monastery, enjoy the sand and surf at Zlatni Rat Beach (Golden Horn), and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Bol trip planner.

Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Krk Island to Bol takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and ferry. While traveling from Krk Island, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Bol, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can catch the ferry to Hvar.

The Croatian island of Hvar serves as a picturesque location for a Mediterranean holiday, with a range of offerings from quiet coves to a lively medieval town.

Take a break from the city and head to Ilirio's Hvar Tours and Pakleni Otoci. Spanish Fortress and St. Stephen's Cathedral will appeal to history buffs. There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Dubovica Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Benedictine Monastery, admire the striking features of Franciscan Monastery, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Mlini Beach.

To find ratings, photos, and other tourist information, use the Hvar online trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by ferry from Bol to Hvar takes an hour. In October, daily temperatures in Hvar can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.