Croatia Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
145 ships from 36 cruise lines
Croatia cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 1,052 upcoming sailings on 145 ships from 36 cruise lines visiting Croatia, calling at 27 places. Cruises can start in Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar and end in Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar. Of 1,052 upcoming sailings, 55 start in Croatia and 57 end there. More Mediterranean cruises.
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Compare Croatia cruise lines
See every Croatia cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Croatia
Croatia is a compact Mediterranean treasure of walled Adriatic cities, island-studded blue waters, Roman ruins, Venetian churches, and national parks of extraordinary beauty. For the traveler who wants depth without being herded, the sweet spot is a small-ship coastal cruise in late spring or early autumn, pairing UNESCO old towns with unhurried swimming, wine, and locally guided walking.
Typical routes
- Southern Dalmatia: Split, Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik
- Northern Dalmatia & the Kvarner/Istrian Adriatic: Zadar, Šibenik, Rovinj
Cruise types
Croatia's cruise ports range from large international terminals at Dubrovnik and Split to intimate island harbors reached by small ships and tenders. Small-ship coastal voyages combine overnight stays in port with daytime swimming stops.
When to cruise
The cruise season runs from late April through October. May, June and September bring milder weather and fewer crowds; July and August are hot and busy.
Find your Croatia sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Croatia, earliest departure first.
13 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Dubrovnik
Ends in Croatia. Also visits Italy, Malta, Greece
Emerald Kaia
8 Days One-Way from Ravenna to Civitavecchia-Rome
Visits Croatia. Also visits Italy, Montenegro
Explorer Of The Seas
11 Days One-Way from Ravenna to Civitavecchia-Rome
Visits Croatia. Also visits Italy, Montenegro, France
Norwegian Prima
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12 Days One-Way from Budapest to Bucharest
Visits Croatia. Also visits Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria
Avalon Passion
10 Days One-Way from Budapest to Bucharest
Visits Croatia. Also visits Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria
Avalon Passion
23 Days One-Way from Amsterdam to Bucharest
Visits Croatia. Also visits Netherlands, Germany, Austria
Viking Lif
8 Days One-Way from Budapest to Bucharest
Visits Croatia. Also visits Hungary, Serbia, Serbia-Romania
Viking Vidar
11 Days One-Way from Budapest to Bucharest
Visits Croatia. Also visits Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria
Avalon Passion
8 Days One-Way from Budapest to Oltenita
Visits Croatia. Also visits Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria
Avalon Passion
9 Days One-Way from Budapest to Bucharest
Visits Croatia. Also visits Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria
Avalon Passion
24 Days Civitavecchia-Rome, Italy Round Trip
Visits Croatia. Also visits Italy, Montenegro, Greece
Crystal Symphony
8 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Valletta
Visits Croatia. Also visits Italy, Montenegro, Greece
Crystal Symphony
Where Croatia cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (4)
Coastal and island ports
Dubrovnik (587) (cruises from) · Split (399) (cruises from) · Zadar (252) (cruises from)
River ports
Sisak (2) (cruises from)
Joining cities (1)
Inland cities where some itineraries begin or end with a hotel stay or transfer; ships do not dock here, so they are not counted as embarkation, disembarkation or ports of call.
Ships by type: 100 ocean 43 river 4 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Plan your Croatia cruise
Croatia cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Croatia cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Croatia cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Croatia?
27 Croatia places are visited by 145 ships from 36 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Croatia cruise?
The cruise season runs from late April through October. May, June and September bring milder weather and fewer crowds; July and August are hot and busy.
What types of cruises visit Croatia?
Croatia's cruise ports range from large international terminals at Dubrovnik and Split to intimate island harbors reached by small ships and tenders. Small-ship coastal voyages combine overnight stays in port with daytime swimming stops.
Sources and further reading
Background on Croatia draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: Croatia - The World Factbook
- Encyclopaedia Britannica: Croatia
- Croatian National Tourist Board: Croatia.hr - The Official Travel Guide
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Croatia - Properties inscribed on the World Heritage List
- European Commission: Croatia - EU member country
- Lonely Planet: Croatia
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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