Croatia: Islands & Mountains Walking Holiday

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Average Review Rating: from 6 reviews.

Robin Hancox

CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS

Written September 2012
Excellent organisation, leader, food and company
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
A real live brown bear crossing our path (while in a mini-bus !)
What did you think of your group leader?
First class - full of knowledge
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Moderate it may be for time and distance but the walking is hard on the feet.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Take a bath plug
Charles Dufaur

CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS

Written June 2012
I found the footpath's in Krk very stoney and rockey which was hard going for me to keep up with the younger members in the group; the cumulative effect of this was on the last day when the lip of my walking boot was making my ankle hurt and I decided not to do the walk; despite this and a previous tummy upset I enjoyed the holiday.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The stay in Trogir was inspiring..
What did you think of your group leader?
Edu is a good and reliable leader with a sound knowledge of plant/flowers and wildlife in Croatia.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
None except the overnight stay in the mountain hut where, if the temperature drops, be prepared to go without a change of clothing for twenty four hours or so.
Robert Williams

CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS

Written October 2011
Fantastic trip, fantastic walking, fantastic food, fantastic sights, fantastic country. Did I mention it was fantastic?!?
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
1 - View from summit of Velebit Zavizan
2 - Trekking along the Premuziceva trail
3 - Trekking through the gorges of the Paklenica National Park.....seeing those crazy climbers half way up the rock face!
Difficult to pick a highlight, loved it all.
What did you think of your group leader?
Edo was a great guide, funny, informative and well organised. Couldn't fault him at all, a great ambassador for his country.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
This was harder than I expected! Some stiff climbs on rocky paths followed by descents on the other! The trek to the summit of Velebit Zavizan was so much fun but also a good challenge.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Do it! I had a blast! Definetely one of my favourite exodus trips.
Mary Loosemore
CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS

Written July 2011
Stunning scenery. Brilliant guide. Great walks.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Jumping into the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic to cool off after the day's walking on the island of Krk.
Chilling out with a gorgeous sunset out over the islands and sea, at the Zavižan mountain hut.
The peace and tranquility of the Premuziceva Trail, with its stunning scenery, fabulous flowers and plants, and crazy rock formations.
Exploring the ancient towns of Krk and Trogir, and seeing the Venetian history of Croatia first hand.
What did you think of your group leader?
Brilliant - one of the best I've ever had. Incredibly knowledgeable, on subjects from history to flowers - and great fun.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you enjoy day hikes and love mountains and/or islands, then this is a great trip - especially if you'd also like to know more about the history of this part of the world.
Don't forget your swimming togs! Or your camera....
Don't bother buying a map.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
To read my trip notes and see my photos, visit: http://www.sparklytrainers.com/blog/archives/2011/07/10/croatia_-_berlin_-_paris_the_t.html
Asif Abbas

CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS

Written May 2011
The trip was a fairly relaxed yet thorough exploration of Croatian mountains along with a visit to its coastline. Its a well balanced trip that won't leave you needing extra sleep but will still let you get in some good walks and great scenery. We had two elderly people with us who were able to enjoy the more casual routes when the group decided to go for more vast inclines
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Camping overnight in the Velabit National Park. It was in the heart of the Croatian mountains but we were high enough so that we could see the coastline. The group really got to know each other and the scenery was fantastic. The weather was great and it was a really special experienc to be able to sleep up in the heart of the mountains. Lodging was comfortable and warm, I preferred it to the hotels on the shore!
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was enthusiastic and caring and had a lot of knowledge of the local area. A great guide
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
This is a fairly standard walking trip, nothing special you need to consider or take.
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The food on this trip is fairly average, we bought our lunch provisions from local supermarkets. though the evening restaurant choices were quite good and seafood was fantastic
sophie wintrich

CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS

Written October 2009
A great variety of places and sights throughout the holiday - some seaside and swim opportunity and lots of mountain walks.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The night in the mountain hut - with a fantastic sunset was quite memorable. Mountain peaks as far as you can see - and beautiful silence.
But all of the mountain walks were good - day 2 walk allows a view of all the little islands from the top of the mountain.
The mountain hut owners are always welcoming and their traditional welcome with home made herbal grappa is great fuel for the the afternoon walk.
What did you think of your group leader?
Very knowledgeable and helpful - proud of his country - and with an interesting life background and story.
All the mountian hut owners also have an interesting life story - due to the political history of the area.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared for a variety of walks and temperatures - some in full sunshine and hot. some in shaded woods and a bit cooler - and some on top of very windy and chilly mountains.
Also bring your swimming costume for the swim in the bay on day 1-3.
The hotel also has a little pool and whirlpool.
Lunches at mountain huts are seriously fab - but you need to like beans!
Relax and be prepared to have great conversations with your fellow travellers - our group was fantastic!!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
There are chances you may bump into a bear - we saw bear poo!
Don't overdo the grappa - it's lethal!