Ivan Ćosić
Co-owner & Director
A local Croatian, born in Tomislavgrad and raised in Zagreb. Ivan knows the ins and outs of the country and has built all of our local connections.
Our team
Who's Behind Royal Croatian Tours?
A Croatian-Canadian husband and wife team, with a small group of passionate local guides and partners.
Your hosts
Meet Sarah & Ivan
We are the husband and wife team that own and operate Royal Croatian Tours. Ivan is a local Croatian, born and raised, with connections all over the country. Sarah moved from Toronto to Croatia in 2012 and personally looks after every guest, from the first email to the end of the trip.
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Ivan & Sarah's story
From Tomislavgrad and Toronto, to Zagreb
Ivan was born in the small town of Tomislavgrad, but moved to Zagreb as a child when the war began in the early nineties. After finishing his Law degree at the University of Zagreb years later, he took some time to travel and live abroad. It was while visiting other countries that he realized the uniqueness and appeal of his homeland, and all that Croatia has to offer.
Sarah was born and raised in Burlington, Canada, and took some time to travel abroad after finishing her Sociology degree at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. Croatia was one of the places she visited, and she was astounded by the unequivocal beauty. She fell in love with the country (and a kind hearted Croat named Ivan).
Fast forward several years to 2012, when Sarah & Ivan eventually decided to make Zagreb their home together. Here they began developing the idea of Royal Croatian Tours, and they believed that with Ivan’s local knowledge and Sarah’s western approach and mindset, they’d make a great match for business.
Their vision was simple - to show the wonders of the country, while providing local experiences, with unmatched client support.
After spending a few years developing the concept more fully and getting to know partners all over the country, Royal Croatian Tours was officially launched in 2015. Ivan & Sarah now work with a team of passionate and experienced locals and professionals to make each guest’s visit, one to remember.
RCT takes all of the stress and hassle out of travel planning. Leave all the details to Sarah & Ivan so you can simply relax and enjoy Croatia.
The best of both worlds
We are Ivan and Sarah Cosic, the husband and wife team that own and operate RCT, which is among one of the best tour operators in Croatia. Together, we combine our expertise to give you the ultimate local experience, with exceptional client service & support.
You get the best of both worlds when planning your trip with us, and here’s why:
- Ivan is a local Croatian (born & raised), he knows the ins and outs of the country and has developed all of the local connections.
- Sarah is a Canadian expat (born and raised near Toronto, moved to Croatia in 2012), she communicates with all clients personally, right from the planning stages, through to the end of their vacation, and beyond. Customer service is her specialty.
Together, we combine our expertise to give you the ultimate experience for your Croatian vacation, with the best support possible. We are passionate about creating a trip you’ll love!
The team
The people planning your trip
Sarah Ćosić
Co-owner & Guest Experience
Born and raised near Toronto, in Croatia since 2012. Sarah personally looks after every guest, from the first email to the end of the trip, and beyond.
Mislav Ćuk
Trip Planner & Guide
A licensed tour guide from Slavonski Brod and our self-described gentle giant (202 cm), now mostly planning trips for guests from all over the world.
Read Mislav's story
I was born in Slavonski Brod, a small town on the border with Bosnia—right during the war in Croatia (luckily, I was too young to remember it). I stayed there until finishing high school, then in 2010 moved to Zagreb to study business and economics.
Through the years I was always the one organizing trips for my group of friends, and once I realized I was actually good at it, I thought—why not turn this into a job? So I got my tour guide license and got to work!
Now I've been working with Sarah and Ivan for several years - sometimes as a guide, but more often these days as a trip organizer/planner. I've put together amazing trips for guests from all over the world—and I'm having a great time doing it.
Most people describe me as a “gentle giant”—I’m 202 cm (6'7") with the spirit of a big kid. I like to stay positive, make jokes when the moment’s right, and keep things relaxed while still being professional and reliable.
Croatia is an incredible country, and I’ve explored much of it—both on my own and as a guide. You’ve made a great choice coming here. I’m really looking forward to meeting you, learning about your culture, and sharing an unforgettable journey together!
Travel with Royal Croatian Tours and visit the quaint, charming towns in Istria while truffle and wine tasting against a fairytale-like backdrop, then soak up the sun while sipping cocktails on some of the world’s most alluring beaches.
Wander through some of the most stunning National Parks in the world, swim in the crystal clear sea, hike to the peaks of the mountains that line the coast, and cycle through lost villages on some of the most beautiful islands on the Adriatic.
Visit the open markets to pick only the freshest seasonal ingredients, then visit a local family’s estate to prepare and cook a regional specialty, perfected over generations.
Set sail to the most peaceful, uninhabited islands in Dalmatia, then wander through the white-marbled streets and revel in all the magic of Dubrovnik.
“To travel is to live.” Hans Christian Andersen
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Agency information & complaints / Opći podaci o agenciji
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE AGENCY
Royal Croatian Tours Travel Agency d.o.o.
Školska ulica 22, 10360 Sesvete, Zagreb
Owner and Director: Ivan Cosic
Email: info@royalcroatiantours.com
Telephone: 099 848 3226, 099 848 3225
Operating hours: Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm
OIB: 49544599033
MBS: 081214700
ID code of agency: HR-AB-01-21011504946
Insurance policy:
- The organizer's liability insurance package and general liability number:
11-7002802203 Uniqa Osiguranje d.d.
- Insurance Package Guarantee for the tour packages:
45-7002802202 Uniqa Osiguranje d.d.
Name and address of bank:
Privredna Banka Zagreb d.d. Radnicka cesta 50 10000 Zagreb CROATIA
SWIFT CODE: PBZGHR2X
IBAN: HR1823400091110982227
Details of the competent body whose official supervision is subject to the activity of the travel agency:
Ministry of Tourism - Independent Sector of Tourism Inspection Trg Republike Hrvatske 8 / I, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
Personal Data Protection:
All personal data of physical persons that the Agency collects and processes for the purpose of organization tourist arrangements, are processed and kept in accordance with the General Regulation of the European Union on the protection of personal data (GDPR 2016/679).
NOTIFICATION ON THE METHOD OF SUBMITTING COMPLAINTS
In accordance with Art. Article 10 Paragraph 3 of the Consumer Protection Act (Narodne novine, No. 41/14) informs consumers that they may lodge an objection to their dissatisfaction with the purchased product or the service provided in writing by mail to:
Royal Croatian Tours d.o.o., Školska ulica 22, 10360 Sesvete, Zagreb, Croatia or to e-mail: info@royalcroatiantours.com.
The reply to the written complaint of the consumer will be given in writing no later than 15 days from the date of receipt of the complaint, so please a contact address along with any complaint for delivery of the response.
OPĆI PODACI O AGENCIJI
Royal Croatian Tours turistička agencija d.o.o.
Školska ulica 22
10360 Sesvete
Vlasnik i direktor: Ivan Ćosić
Voditelj poslova: Ivan Ćosić
Email: info@royalcroatiantours.com
Telefon 099 848 3226, 099 848 3225
Kontakt sa korisnicima: Ponedeljak - Petak od 09:00 do 17:00
OIB: 49544599033
Matični broj subjekta: 081214700
ID kod agencije: HR-AB-01-21011504946
Police osiguranje:
- Polica osiguranja od odgovornosti organizatora paket aranžmana i opće odgovornosti broj:
11-7002802203 Uniqa Osiguranje d.d.
- Polica osiguranja jamčevine turističkih paket aranžmana broj:
45-7002802202 Uniqa Osiguranje d.d.
Ime i adresa banke:
Privredna Banka Zagreb d.d. Radnička cesta 50 10000 Zagreb CROATIA
SWIFT CODE: PBZGHR2X
IBAN primatelja: HR1823400091110982227
Pojedinosti o nadležnom tijelu čijem službenom nadzoru podliježe djelatnost turističke agencije:
Ministarstvo turizma - Samostalni sektor turističke inspekcije Trg Republike Hrvatske 8/I, 10000 Zagreb, Hrvatska
Zaštita osobnih podataka:
Svi osobni podaci fizičkih osoba koje Agencija prikuplja i obrađuje u svrhu organizacije
turističkih aranžmana, obrađuju se i čuvaju u svemu sukladno Općoj Europskoj Uredbi
o zaštiti osobnih podataka (GDPR 2016/679).
OBAVIJEST O NAČINU PODNOŠENJA PISANOG PRIGOVORA POTROŠAČA
Sukladno čl. 10. st. 3. Zakona o zaštiti potrošača („Narodne novine“, br. 41/14) obavještavamo potrošače da prigovor kojim iznose svoje nezadovoljstvo u odnosu na kupljeni proizvod ili pruženu uslugu mogu podnijeti u pisanom obliku i to putem pošte na adresu: Royal Croatian Tours d.o.o., Školska ulica 22, 10360 Sesvete, Zagreb, Hrvatska ili na e-mail adresu:info@royalcroatiantours.com. Odgovor na pisani prigovor potrošača dat ćemo u pisanom obliku najkasnije 15 dana od dana primitka prigovora, pa stoga molimo da nam u svom prigovoru navedete Vašu kontakt adresu za dostavu odgovora.
Private enquiry
Begin planning your journey
Tell us a little about your trip. Sarah, Ivan or Mislav will reply personally, usually within a few hours.
- Personal reply from a local expert
- No obligation, no booking fees to enquire
- 24/7 support once you travel