Zadar cruises, Croatia

What's great about Zadar cruises?

Zadar doesn’t put age before beauty, it offers them both at the same time. This Dalmatian city on the Adriatic Coast is one of the oldest in Europe, and its timeline can be traced back more than 3,000 years. Having said that, it’s more than a little easy on the eye. The traffic-free streets are paved in pearly marble, its town houses are topped with red roofs, and the city is dotted with ancient Roman ruins and historical churches.

• Explore St Donata’s Church. This 9th-century building is the largest pre-Romanesque building in Croatia.
• Café culture is alive and kicking in Zadar. Just pick between the places in the old town and the harbour. When you’re peckish, try a plate of Dalmatian ham.
• The Krka National Park is a must. Clasped around the River Krka, it’s a canvas of gorges, lakes and waterfalls spread over forested landscapes. One highlight is the Skradinski Buk waterfalls, where rushing water cascades over 17 tiers of rocks. You can also take a boat ride through the Krka canyon.