Name: Croatia Photo Adventure
Item: Croatia Photo Adventure
Author: Photo Workshop Adventures

Join us for our Croatia Photo Adventure

Join us on our 9-day Croatia Photo Tour and Cultural Adventure, a photographic voyage through the country’s rich natural and architectural tapestry. This photo trip seamlessly weaves coastal villages, National Parks, and the must-visit cities of Zagreb, Šibenik, Split, and Dubrovnik, where time-honored Roman, Greek, and Venetian architecture are living testament to centuries upon centuries of history.
Our adventure begins in Zagreb, Croatia’s capital. Wind through its labyrinthine streets which reveal architectural treasures ready to be immortalized through your lens. As the sun sets, the city comes alive with pulsating nightlife for us to capture street photography.

Venturing southward into the region of Dalmatia, we will explore two breathtaking National Parks: Plitvice Lakes (UNESCO) and Krka. The beauty of their cascading waterfalls, lush forests, and crystal-clear lakes is sure to leave you speechless. In the 1000-year-old city of Šibenik, the ancient whispers of its Roman, Hungarian-Croat, and Venetian past will propel your creative expression. Likewise, the old coastal town of Trogir, which stands intact from the days when it was built, will remain perfectly preserved in your photographic memory as one of the most outstanding destinations of our photo trip.

And, if weather allows, we will set sail to the enchanting island of Hvar, a photographer’s paradise. Here, prepare for a symphony of colors to dance before your lens, as banks of dark green pine trees line azure waters flecked with golden sunlight.

We will also visit the city of Split, where the Diocletian’s Palace (UNESCO), a 1700-year-old, 30,000 square-meter marvel, is an ode to the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Finally, our journey concludes in Dubrovnik, the crown jewel of Croatia. Within its fortified walls, our cameras will encapsulate this city’s trademark opulence and elegance.

This immersive 9-day photography tour is more than just a quest to capture exceptional images; it’s an invitation to elevate your craft and see the world through a new lens. Our expert photographer guides will not only lead you to the most photogenic locations under the best light but help you master the art of visual storytelling. Along the way, you’ll refine your camera techniques and discover how to navigate the challenges of photographing in a foreign land. You’ll also learn to anticipate a scene before capturing the decisive moment, elevating ordinary photos into extraordinary works of art.

Join us for spirited discussions, enriching camaraderie, and moments of unforgettable inspiration. Croatia, with its expanse of coastlines and architecture, provides the ultimate backdrop to fuel your photographic exploration. Your visual odyssey begins here!

Day 1 | Zagreb
We meet at our Hotel in Zagreb where we will discuss PWA’s “10 Guiding Principles to Great Photography” as well as our “THE ART OF SEEING” photographic technique. During a group lunch, we will have informal discussions on what our guests are trying to achieve in their photography, subject matters, styles and techniques. We spend the afternoon photographing the streets and people of Zagreb, a wonderful mix of Balkan and Austrian flavors. During our evening walk we can feel the romantic atmosphere of the Upper Town, which has been lighted by 214 gas lanterns for the past 150 years. After we will celebrate the groups arrival with a Welcome Dinner at one of our favorite Croatian restaurants. (D)

Day 2 | Zagreb
After breakfast, we will visit the complex of Cathedral of The Assumption of Virgin Mary and the Archbishop’s palace. We continue to the Dolac Market, the central Zagreb market. Then we will take you for a coffee, at the famous Tkalčićeva street, to show you what a local coffee culture means. After a few more photos of the baroque Upper Town where there is a Parliament building, Croatian government, and Old City Hall, we will go downtown by funicular – one of the smallest in the world. Downtown was designed during the Austro-Hungarian monarchy and it’s the reason why Zagreb is called ” small Vienna”. In the afternoon we will visit the famous open art gallery “The Cemetery of Mirogoj”. (B)

Day 3 | Plitvice Lakes National Park – Vodice
We check out early in the morning and drive to Plitvice Lakes, which is the biggest and the most famous national park in Croatia. The lakes were accepted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The waters flowing over the limestone and chalk have, over thousands of years, deposited travertine barriers, creating natural dams which in turn have created a series of beautiful lakes, caves and waterfalls. These geological processes continue today. The forests in the park are home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species. There we will walk along forest paths and across little wooden bridges and take a boat ride through the Kozjak lake. We will take pictures of memorable landscapes and turquoise waters. Later in the evening, we will be checking into our hotel in Šibenik. (B)

Day 4 | Krka National Park
In the morning we will depart for Krka National Park, where we will visit the Roski waterfall, which is surrounded by beautiful nature and cascading waterfalls. Here you can photograph nature in all its magnificence. Then we visit a small village with water mills that were used for the production of flour, washing clothes, etc. After that, we will visit the island Visovac in the lake created by the Krka river, where there is a Franciscan monastery, which dates from 1445. Beautiful landscapes, old mills and, the winding river Krka will give us excellent conditions for photography and the possibility of stunning panoramic photos. (B)

Day 5 | Sibenik – Primosten – Trogir – Adriatic Coast – Split
On day five, we check out of our hotel and head to Šibenik, one of the oldest and most beautiful Croatian cities. A 1000-year-old town, a historical and cultural monument with well-preserved fortresses and ramparts from the past, it will leave you breathless. The monumental St. James Cathedral, built over more than a century, is included in the World Cultural Heritage protected by UNESCO.

After Šibenik, we drive the Dalmatian coast, stopping first at Primosten before arriving at our hotel in Split.

Split is the second largest city in Croatia, with a history that dates back to the Greeks. It’s famous for the Diocletian’s Palace, built in third century AD, for the Roman emperor Diocletian. Today, it covers about half of the old town of Split. (B)

Day 6 | Split – Dubrovnik
In the morning we will visit more of the old city and the Split fish market. We will stroll along Split’s stunning Riva promenade and see photo opportunities here. This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to photograph St. Duje Cathedral, Peristil, The Golden gate, Statue of Gregory of Nin, City clock and so much more.

In the afternoon, we drive to the south of Croatia, stopping in Neretva valley along the way before arriving in Dubrovnik. (B)

Day 7 | Dubrovnik
On day seven, we dive right in with an early morning walk along the ancient walls of Dubrovnik, from one end to the other, offering us spectacular views of the city, the sea, the islands and the mountains that watch over this magnificent fortress.

Dubrovnik has been described as a jewel encased by city walls and, beyond them, by the unbroken blue of the sea. Here, we will concentrate on people, seascape, and architecture photography. In the late afternoon, we will explore the city’s inner streets, getting to know the city better. In the evening, we will visit the harbor, armed with our tripods, and experiment with low-light and sunset photography. (B)

Day 8 | Dubrovnik – Cavtat
Today, we travel just south of Dubrovnik to the enchanting seaside village of Cavtat. The city is perched on the saddle of a wooded peninsula set between two bays, so you’re never more than moments away from the water. The sea is as still as a mirror, a deep and brilliant blue with pools of green reflected from the pine forests beyond. A wide promenade, fringed with palm trees, runs along the harbor front. This fascinating and cultured destination in itself is an amazing place to spend the day capturing yet another image of Croatia.

In the late afternoon, we will take a cable car up the mountain that overlooks the old city. Here we will experience breathtaking views of Dubrovnik, the crystal clear Adriatic Sea, and the surrounding islands. We’ll photograph the city from high up, including the sunset and twilight before returning to sea level. Be sure to bring your tripod.

In the evening we will enjoy a wonderful Farewell Dinner at a restaurant in Dubrovnik, where we will have great fun and laughter as we discuss all the highlights of the trip. (B) (D)

Day 9 | Dubrovnik
In the early morning, we walk the walls of the city from one end to the other, offering us spectacular views of the city, the sea, the islands and the mountains that watch over this magnificent fortress. Dubrovnik has been described as a jewel encased by city walls and, beyond them, by the unbroken blue of the sea.

We will check out after breakfast and bid farewell to each other. We urge you to extend your stay in Dubrovnik or elsewhere in Croatia or Montenegro and make good use of everything you will learn on our photo adventure. You can also join our 3-day Dubrovnik extension, and explore more with us. (B)

May all who come as guests… leave as friends®

INSPIRE. LEARN. CREATE. All while vacationing, experiencing beautiful locations, enjoying amazing food and having great fun. Learn how to turn an ordinary image into an extraordinary image by using your own creativity. Our Photo Adventure Vacations offer a casual structure of discussions and inspiration without any boring classroom lectures.

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