Croatia ranks among Europe’s most popular and secure travel destinations.
The Yugoslav Wars broke out in 1991 after the breakup of socialist Yugoslavia, which sat outside the Soviet bloc as a founding member of the Non-Aligned Movement. Croatia and Slovenia declared independence that year, and the other republics followed over the next decade.
Once the borders were settled, the Balkans turned a corner. Croatia has built a strong reputation for safety since the early 2000s. By 2017, the country welcomed close to 19 million foreign tourists, and overnight stays passed 100 million. The World Tourism Organization ranked it sixth among Mediterranean destinations that year.
Croatia private tours give you a flexible way to see Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar, and Plitvice Lakes at your own pace. A custom Croatia itinerary works well for coastal travel, while a Balkan private tour adds Bosnia, Montenegro, and Slovenia.