Join Leah and the Run the World community for eight unforgettable days exploring Croatia, from the waterfalls and forests of Plitvice Lakes to the historic streets of Split and the beautiful Adriatic island of Brač.

This retreat combines running and hiking with incredible landscapes, local food, culture and plenty of time to enjoy each destination along the way.

We’ll explore two of Croatia’s spectacular national parks, run through forest and along the coast, hike to the highest point of any Adriatic island, discover historic Split, learn to make a traditional Croatian dish and finish with three nights of island life on Brač.

There’s plenty of adventure throughout the week, balanced with free time to recover, explore and enjoy Croatia at your own pace.

Come ready to run, explore, connect and experience a pretty special part of the world together.

• Plitvice Lakes → Split → Brač

• 4–11 September 2027

• 8 Days / 7 Nights

Early Bird: $3,795 USD | General Release: $3,895 USD

• Early Bird Limited to the first 8 bookings!

• Only 15 guest spaces available!

Running coach, iFIT trainer, lover of fitness, wellness, and culture, and founder of Run the World Retreats.

In 2021, I traveled to Costa Rica and the Azores Islands to film running workouts for iFIT. What started as running became so much more: a way to experience joy, wonder, and adventure, immerse myself in new cultures, and connect more deeply with myself and the world around me.

In 2022, I had the privilege of hosting a retreat in Costa Rica with iFIT and a group of amazing women from the community. Sharing those experiences and watching connections form inspired me to create something of my own. I wanted to bring people together to explore the world through fitness, wellness, and meaningful cultural experiences.

And so, Run the World Retreats was born.

Today, I've teamed up with Inspired Ventures to create bespoke retreats for curious, active travelers who want more than a typical vacation — people who crave adventure, hands-on cultural experiences, and the chance to connect with a place and its people.

Croatia was one of your top picks in our travel survey, and I couldn't be more excited to bring this adventure to life along the sparkling Adriatic coast.

Our itinerary blends fitness, wellness, and culture in the best possible way. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee before running or hiking through breathtaking national parks, discovering cascading waterfalls, and taking in sweeping mountain views. Spend your afternoons swimming in the crystal-clear Adriatic, exploring historic towns, or immersing yourself in a hands-on cooking experience with locals. 

Some evenings are yours to explore at your own pace, while others bring us together to sip Croatian wine, taste local olive oils, and savor delicious regional dishes around the table.

1. Two incredible national parks to kick things off.

We'll explore both Plitvice Lakes and Krka National Parks, with their glistening turquoise lakes, lush landscapes, and spectacular cascading waterfalls. What a way to start!

2. Discovering Croatia's history, towns, and culinary traditions.

We'll explore Split's ancient Diocletian's Palace, enjoy a run or hike on beautiful Marjan Hill, and experience the authentic village atmosphere in the Omiš hinterland through a local culinary experience.

3. Island life on Brač.

Think swimming in the Adriatic, optional kayaking, and hiking Vidova Gora for sweeping views across the islands. We'll wrap up with a special farewell dinner featuring olive oil, wine, and cheese tastings — all while enjoying beautiful accommodations, including a waterfront hotel on the island.

And that's just a taste of what's in store! We'll sprinkle in more runs, movement, delicious meals, and opportunities to slow down and soak up the Croatian coast.

This isn't a training camp. It's an opportunity to experience Croatia through movement, culture, food, nature, and connection — with thoughtfully planned adventures and time to relax, recharge, and explore at your own pace. You don't need to be a serious runner, just someone with a curious mind and a love of adventure.

I can't wait to explore Croatia with you. Here's to more adventure, deeper connections, and seeing where the world takes us next. 

With love and wanderlust,

Leah

Throughout the retreat, we’ll stay in comfortable 4-star accommodation across three beautiful locations:

• Plitvice Lakes: 2 nights

• Split: 2 nights

• Brač: 3 nights

Accommodation is included on a twin-share basis, with breakfast provided every morning. Single-room supplement available at checkout.

We've carefully selected our hotels for their comfort, location and suitability for the retreat. While we don't expect any changes, properties may be replaced with similar alternatives if necessary.

Etno Garden Exclusive, Plitvice (or similar)

A family-run estate of stone and timber houses surrounded by forest and located a short drive from the entrance to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Split – Hotel Cvita (or similar)

Set at the foot of Marjan Hill, Hotel Cvita offers a comfortable and relaxing base for our two nights in Split.

Surrounded by greenery and approximately a 20-minute walk from Split's historic Old Town, the hotel is ideally positioned for our morning run on Marjan Hill, while keeping the city's restaurants, waterfront and cultural highlights within easy reach.

A great place to unwind after exploring the city and enjoy some downtime between adventures.

Hotel Lipa, Postira (or similar)

Located on the seafront in Postira, a charming village on Brač’s quieter north coast and our home for the final three nights of the retreat.

Running might be the thread that ties the week together, but food is a pretty important part of the adventure too.

As we travel from Croatia's green interior towards the Adriatic, we'll get to experience how the food changes with the landscape.

Breakfast is included every morning, along with three group lunches in Krka, Split and Brač, plus a traditional soparnik cooking class with lunch in the Omiš hinterland.

We'll also enjoy dinner together on our first two evenings and finish the retreat with a special olive oil museum tour and tasting dinner on Brač.

One of the highlights will be learning to make soparnik in the Poljica hills behind Omiš. Later in the week, we'll experience the flavours of Brač through local olive oil, cheese and wine during our farewell evening.

Not every meal is included. Some evenings are deliberately kept free, giving us the chance to explore the restaurants and food of Split and Postira independently.

Early Bird: $3,795 USD | General Release: $3,895 USD

• Early Bird Limited to the first 8 bookings!

• Only 15 guest spaces available!

• 7 nights in 4-star hotels, twin-share accommodation

• Breakfast every morning

• 3 lunches: Krka, Split and Brač

• Soparnik cooking class with lunch in the Omiš hinterland

• Dinner on Days 1 and 2

• Olive oil museum tour and tasting dinner on Day 7

• Water and one non-alcoholic drink per person with every included meal

• 2 local guides throughout the week

• Running and hiking experiences as outlined in the itinerary, including optional routes at Plitvice Lakes, Krka National Park, Split and Brač

• 2 private vans and drivers, door to door

• Group arrival transfer from Zagreb Airport

• Group departure transfer to Split Airport

• Return Split–Brač ferry crossings

• Entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park

• Entry to Krka National Park

• Licensed local guide for the Split walking tour

• International flights

• Travel and medical insurance

• Meals not specifically listed as included

• Optional guided sea kayaking on Day 7

• Personal spending and gratuities

• Anything not specifically listed as included

• Guided sea kayaking on Brač on Day 7

• Guided walking and food tour of Split on departure day for guests with later flights

• Additional nights in Split or further along the Croatian coast

All trip prices are based on twin-share accommodation, with two guests sharing a room.

If you'd prefer your own room, a single-room supplement of $600 USD is available to select at checkout, subject to availability.

This retreat is designed for active, curious travellers who love exploring new places through movement, culture and adventure.

You don't need to be a serious runner or an experienced hiker to join us. The focus is on enjoying Croatia together, with a mix of scenic runs, guided walks, cultural experiences and plenty of time to relax.

A reasonable level of fitness is recommended, as we'll spend time exploring national parks, walking on uneven trails and hiking to the summit of Vidova Gora on Brač.

This isn't a training camp or a race. It's a holiday first, with running and adventure woven into the experience.

Come ready to move, explore, connect and enjoy Croatia at your own pace.

Throughout the week, we'll enjoy a mix of running, hiking, sightseeing and cultural experiences.

Our adventures include optional runs through the forest surroundings of Plitvice Lakes, a scenic riverside route at Krka National Park, running on Split's beautiful Marjan Hill and a coastal route from Postira towards Supetar on Brač.

We'll also hike to Vidova Gora, the highest point of any Adriatic island at 778m. The hike from Gažul takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes uphill, with spectacular views across the Adriatic.

Running distances will generally be around 5–10km, with flexibility depending on the route and group preferences.

There will also be opportunities for swimming, coastal walks and optional sea kayaking on Brač.

The itinerary is designed to balance activity with relaxation. Runs are optional, and there will be free time throughout the retreat to rest or explore independently.

We'll stay in comfortable 4-star accommodation across three beautiful locations:

• Plitvice Lakes: 2 nights

• Split: 2 nights

• Brač: 3 nights

Twin Share Accommodation

Accommodation is included on a twin-share basis, with two guests sharing a room.

Travelling Solo

Travelling solo? You're very welcome! You'll have the opportunity to share a twin room with another guest and enjoy the experience together.

If you'd prefer your own space, a single room is available for an additional $600 USD, subject to availability.

Travelling as a Couple

If you're travelling as a couple, please both book the twin-share option and let us know at checkout if you'd prefer a double bed rather than two singles, subject to availability.

Our accommodation has been carefully selected for its comfort, location and suitability for the retreat. Hotels may be replaced with similar alternatives if necessary.

Food is an important part of our Croatian adventure, and we'll have plenty of opportunities to experience the country's regional flavours.

Breakfast is included every morning, alongside selected lunches and dinners throughout the week.

Highlights include a traditional soparnik cooking class in the Omiš hinterland, a local lunch near Krka National Park and a farewell tasting dinner on Brač featuring local olive oil, cheese and wine.

Not every meal is included. Some lunches and evenings are deliberately left free, giving you the flexibility to discover local restaurants and enjoy Croatia's food scene at your own pace.

Water and one non-alcoholic drink are included with each scheduled group meal.

Our adventure begins at Zagreb Airport (ZAG) on Saturday 4 September 2027 and finishes at Split Airport (SPU) on Saturday 11 September 2027.

Group airport transfers are included on the arrival and departure days.

On arrival, we'll travel approximately two hours from Zagreb Airport to our accommodation near Plitvice Lakes.

On our final day, we'll take the ferry from Brač back to Split before transferring to Split Airport.

As the trip begins and ends at different airports, please keep this in mind when arranging your international flights.

We recommend waiting until the group transfer timings have been confirmed before booking flights.

Further arrival and departure instructions will be shared closer to the trip.

All guests must arrange suitable travel insurance for the duration of the retreat.

Your policy should cover medical treatment, emergency assistance, trip cancellation and the running, hiking and other activities you intend to take part in.

Further joining information will be provided ahead of departure to help you prepare for the trip.

Please click the link below to view the Terms & Conditions for booking this trip. These will also be presented to you for review and acceptance during the booking process.

Inspired Ventures is the travel partner behind this Run the World Retreats adventure in Croatia, and we're here to help!

Whether you have questions about the itinerary, booking your place, payment plans or getting ready for the trip, our friendly team is always happy to help.

Just drop us an email at info@inspiredventures.co.uk and we'll be happy to assist!

Early Bird: $3,795 USD | General Release: $3,895 USD

• Early Bird Limited to the first 8 bookings!

• Only 15 guest spaces available!