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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Explore the turbulent 20th century in Croatia in a entertaining way combining historical facts and personal experiences. You will find out more about Croatia’s relations with neighbouring countries and being a part of five different regimes, going through three brutal wars, all explained in an easy-to-understand fashion!
• Visit the WWII tunnels and hear dark stories of the Croatian fascist state
• Learn about communist Yugoslavia and its leader Tito
• Visit a multimedia exhibition on Croatian Homeland War
• Understand the relationships between former Yugoslavia states in the past and nowadays
WW2 underground tunnels (not included during public events in the tunnels)
the multimedia presentation about the Croatian Homeland War
guidance by a certified local guide with 500+ tours experience
authentic basement used as a shelter during the bombings
Gratuities
Departure Point
Trg bana Josipa Jelačića, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
in front of the horseman statue at the main square
Return Details
Trg bana Josipa Jelačića, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
in front of the horseman statue at the main square
Ban Josip Jelacic Monument, Zagreb, Croatia • join us at the meeting point every day from Monday to Saturday at 3pm, and at Sundays at 11am 30 minutes
Tunel Gric, Zagreb, Croatia • visit the WW2 underground tunnels and the basement used as a shelter during the air raids on Zagreb
• learn more about the life during the communist era in Zagreb
• not included during public events in the tunnels and Christmas Market 60 minutes
Kaptol, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia • visit the basement used as a bombing shelter and learn more about the fall of Yugoslavia during the multimedia exhibition. 60 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Andrea G
26 Apr 2024
Bellissimo tour guidato in compagnia della nostra guida Darko, veramente preparato e disponibile.
Esperienza consigliatissima
LindaP736
25 Apr 2024
Darko was an amazing tour guide! I highly recommend this tour and thank you TripAdvisor for the recommendation. It’s always great to learn about other countries past.
ChesterE
24 Apr 2024
Exploring Croatia's tumultuous past with Ivana from Free Spirit Tours was a profoundly enjoyable and enlightening experience. As a teacher, Ivana brings a unique blend of knowledge, humor, and charisma to her storytelling, making the complex and often painful history of Croatia not only accessible but also captivating.
Ivana achieved something remarkable on this tour: She managed to provide a comprehensive and engaging overview of Croatia's fraught history, striking the perfect balance between educational content and the more intense "gory details" of the era. Her ability to weave these elements together seamlessly, without overwhelming or trivializing, is a testament to her skill as both an educator and guide.
The highlight for me was how Ivana detailed the rise of Josip Broz Tito from a leading partisan guerrilla fighter to the "benevolent dictator" of Yugoslavia. Her narrative was smooth and compelling, painting a picture of a man whose legacy is as complex as the country's history itself.
Further, Ivana's discussion of the economic collapse of Yugoslavia after Tito's death and its role in fostering the ethnonationalism that eventually tore the country apart was insightful. She handled these discussions with empathy and professionalism, presenting a balanced view that was both informative and thought-provoking.
A particularly commendable moment came when Ivana chose to step aside and show a video produced by a neutral third party to present the Croatian War of Independence. This decision underscored her commitment to objectivity, especially when tackling the most sensitive parts of her country's modern history.
As a former tour guide myself, I was impressed with Ivana's use of a picture book throughout the tour. This tool not only enhanced our engagement but also provided visual anchors to the stories she shared, making the historical journey more memorable.
Ivana's tour is a masterclass in effective history teaching: passionate, precise, and profoundly respectful of the past. Anyone interested in understanding the complex layers of Croatian history should not miss this tour.
Ivana is a gem. Five stars for an exceptional experience!
P.S. Her students don't know how lucky they are!
This tour in
Zagreb
is organized by
Free Spirit Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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