Explore the “It Girl” of Europe – Croatia.

The ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, otherwise known as Dubrovnik and the long, jagged Dalmatian Coastline that is dotted with hundreds of lush offshore islands are the main reasons why this region has become one of the hottest tourist destinations for Australian Travellers.

Croatia by Land

One of the most popular ways in which to discover the unique cities of Croatia is on an escorted tour, and one of the most popular tours is the Dalmatian Sunshine. This 9 day tour begins in Dubrovnik, then heads to Split and Plitvice Lakes, a National Park and UNESCO Heritage listed site that harbours a breath-taking collection of waterfalls, lakes, forest and wonderful diversity of animal life. You’ll then continue to Postojna Cave, Bled, Ljubljana, and finish off in Zagreb. 2016 tour prices start from just $2313 per person with departures from April to October.

Croatia by Sea

One of the best ways to explore the beauty that is on offer is on a cruise. Visit such ports at Zadar, with its wealth of churches, majestic Dubrovnik, the cultural jewel of Croatia, Hvar and Korcula Islands, as well as stunning Miljet National Park, with a former Benedictine monastery, erected there in the 12th century, smack dab right in the middle of the lake. Younger travellers love to sail the Croatian Islands by Vintage-Sailing ship and these 8 day cruises start from $532 per person. Eastern Eurotours, a leading Australian wholesaler has been sending Australians to Croatia for over 22 years and have a great range of cruise itineraries to choose from.

Island Hop Around

Island hopping is not just a great way to see Greece, but is also one of the easiest and most affordable ways to explore some of the 100's of islands scattered along the coastline of Croatia. There are a number of airlines that can get you into Croatia easily and you can begin your adventure in the north and end up in the south or keep it simple and Island Hop around in a circular route. Itineraries range from 3 days to 11 days with Eastern Eurotours & Mediterranean Holidays.

Croatia is a destination for travellers on all types of budgets so if your dreaming of a holiday here you will not only walk the medieval wall surrounding the old city of Dubrovnik and the marble streets with its beautifully preserved Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque churches, monasteries, palaces and fountains. But you will also immerse yourself in the crystal blue waters of the Croatian Adriatic.

Enjoy some glitz and nightlife in Hvar, the sites and streets in Zagreb, a city immerging as Croatia’s Capital of Cool. This city has always had a thriving urban scene of alternative music, edgy fashions, creative clubbing and colourful bars; it’s just now that Croatia-bound travellers are paying much more attention.

No matter how you explore Croatia you will marvel at beautiful scenery, ancient architecture, sun-drenched beaches and traditions. Although it is one of the most popular destinations to visit in the Mediterranean, Croatia has not given into mass tourism and still promotes itself as "the Mediterranean as it once was".

Call Eastern Eurotours & Mediterranean Holidays to book your next Croatian Holiday on 1800 242 353 or visit www.easterneurotours.com.au.