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Captivating Croatia

Name: Captivating Croatia
Brand: Pickleball Trips
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)

Pickleball with local players and Croatia’s best sights from Zagreb to Dubrovnik, without planning a thing, even if it’s your first trip abroad.

May 2nd – 10th, 2027 | Oct 1st – 9th, 2027

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$4,725 USD Per Person

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Where

Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik

Group size

Activity level

6 / 10

Instruction hours

6 – 9

Play hours

6 – 9

Where you stay

Amadria Park Hotel Capital, Marmont Heritage Hotel, Valamar Lacroma or Tirena

Who it’s for: Players from novice to advanced. No age requirement.

Day by day

HIGHLIGHTS

ZagrebDays 1–2
Afirst clinic and the city by tram.
SplitDays 3–6
Plitvice Lakes on the way, the Old City and a full day on Hvar.
DubrovnikDays 7–9
A stop in Ston, a walking tour and a farewell by the beach.

Private transfer

Day 1 Sunday, May 2, 2027

ARRIVAL IN CROATIA

Please book your travel into Franjo Tuđman International Airport Zagreb (ZAG)
Check in to Amadria Park Hotel Capital in central Zagreb
Afternoon pickleball at Club 002 (4–6pm) – optional
Welcome Dinner with traditional Croatian cuisine

*Due to the time difference, travelers from North America will need to depart at least one day before the tour start date in order to arrive on time.

Day 2 Monday, May 3, 2027

PICKLEBALL IN ZAGREB

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning pickleball clinic with PBT instructors
Traditional group lunch
Pickup at the hotel for an afternoon guided tour of historical Zagreb (Upper Town and Lower Town) aboard a 100-year-old tram
Dinner on your own

Day 3 Tuesday, May 4, 2027

PLITVICE LAKES, TRANSFER TO SPLIT

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning recreational play with local players at 3H
Group lunch at the courts
Private bus to Plitvice Lakes National Park for a guided visit
Evening check-in to the Marmont Heritage Hotel in Split
Group dinner at a local restaurant

Day 4 Wednesday, May 5, 2027

SPLIT PICKLEBALL, HISTORICAL TOUR

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning clinic with Pickleball Trips instructors at Club 002 Split – largest pickleball club in Europe (~3hrs)
Lunch on your own
Afternoon guided tour of the UNESCO-protected historic city
Group dinner with a view of the Adriatic

Day 5 Thursday, May 6, 2027

FULL DAY ON HVAR

Breakfast at the hotel
Full-day boat trip to the island of Hvar, with time to explore
Group lunch on the island
Dinner on your own in Split

Day 6 Friday, May 7, 2027

SPLIT AT YOUR OWN PACE

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning recreational play
Group lunch in Split
Free afternoon to shop, swim or relax, with an optional hike up Marjan Hill
Dinner on your own

Day 7 Saturday, May 8, 2027

TRANSFER TO DUBROVNIK

Early breakfast at the hotel
Private bus to Dubrovnik, with a stop in Ston
Lunch on your own near the courts
Check in to the Valamar Lacroma or Valamar Tirena in Dubrovnik
Afternoon pickleball (3–5pm)
Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik (6–7:30pm)
Group dinner in Dubrovnik

Day 8 Sunday, May 9, 2027

FULL DAY IN DUBROVNIK, FAREWELL DINNER

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning pickleball clinic with PBT instructors
Lunch on your own and free afternoon
Panorama viewpoint as a group
Farewell dinner by the beach

Day 9 Monday, May 10, 2027

DEPARTURE FROM DUBROVNIK

Breakfast at the hotel
Please book your airfare out of Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković Airport (DBV)

*Please note that the tour ends in Dubrovnik and guests are responsible for transportation to the airport or their onward destination.

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What’s included

8 nights standard accommodation
8 breakfasts, 4 group lunches and 5 group dinners
All group activities including tours, guide and entry fees, etc.
Transportation after arrival in Croatia

*Please book your airfare into Franjo Tuđman International Airport Zagreb (ZAG), and out of Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Not included

Airfare
Optional individual activities
Alcoholic beverages
Travel insurance (highly recommended; see our FAQ for options), medical coverage, international visitors tax, etc.

Where you stay

Amadria Park Hotel Capital

Welcome to Amadria Park Hotel Capital, a beautiful heritage hotel right in the heart of Zagreb. Here, the timeless charm of early 20th-century architecture meets modern comforts, creating a perfect blend of history and style.

Whether you’re visiting Zagreb for business or pleasure, our hotel offers an unforgettable stay with elegant rooms inspired by Art Deco and Art Nouveau design. From the moment you arrive, enjoy personalized touches like valet parking and a special pillow menu, crafted to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast in our cozy restaurant before stepping out to explore Zagreb’s vibrant city centre — full of cultural landmarks, trendy cafés, and boutique shops, all just a short walk away.

Marmont Heritage Hotel

Marmont Heritage Hotel position means you will enjoy the view of the charming Split Old-Town alleys from the open-air spa terrace alon. The 15th-century walls in the hotel restaurant provide a magical atmosphere while you enjoy the fresh local cuisine.

Dubrovnik

We stay at the Valamar Lacroma or the Valamar Tirena, two neighboring hotels a short walk from the pickleball courts.

Your coaches on this trip

Scott Moore May 2nd – 10th, 2027

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Trip Cost

$4,725 USD Per Person

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Trip reviews

What travelers say about this trip

★★★★★

My husband Ken and I loved the 2026 Croatia PB trip. It was beautifully organized with a good…

★★★★★

We thoroughly enjoyed our first Pickleball Trips to Croatia. The itinerary and accommodations were all top notch! We stayed in three different cities in Croatia, and all three hotels were wonderful and in great locations. The pre…

★★★★★

First Class! The trip to Croatia is the 6th trip that I've taken with Pickleball Trips. Each of these trips are well planned, with excellent accommodations, and great pickleball instruction and play with locals. Croatia is no…

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