Dalmatian Coast from Split to Dubrovnik
Croatia Hiking + Walking Tours
Hike & Island Hop in Croatia
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- Length7 days
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Overview
A hike along the Dalmatian coast of Croatia showcases the best of this island world.
Enjoy walking along Greek, Roman, Venetian, and French trails while discovering the local culture and gastronomy of Dalmatia – one of the most beautiful areas in the Mediterranean!
Start your hiking tour in the historic Roman emperor’s Palace in Split, walk on the islands of Brač, Hvar, Korčula and Pelješac before finishing your Dalmatian coast tour in Dubrovnik - the pearl of the Adriatic!
Highlights
- Split
- Marjan Park-forest
- Diocletian’s Palace
- Brač Island
- Hvar Town
- Inland villages of Velo and Malo Grablje
- Korčula Town and nature park
- Pelješac peninsula
- Dubrovnik
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Itinerary
Day 1: Split, 4 - 9 mi. (7 - 14 km) + exploring the old town
Day 2: Brač Island, 9 or 10 mi. (14 or 16 km)
Day 3: Hvar Island - the lavender road, 7.5 mi. (12 km)
Day 4: Hvar Town and Korcula Island, 2 mi. (3 km)
Day 5: Korčula - Marco Polo’s home & Kočje, 7 - 14 mi. (11 - 23 km)
Day 6: Seaman story of Pelješac and the city of Dubrovnik, 9 km + 4 km Ston walls walk
Day 7: End of tourDay 1: Split, 4 - 9 mi. (7 - 14 km) + exploring the old town
Welcome to Split, a 1,700-year-old Roman town and vibrant port city. You will meet your representative at some point during the day for a briefing regarding your walking tour along the Dalmatian coast and islands. Please let us know your arrival time so that we can schedule the meetingThe route leads along the beautiful coast graced with bays and lovely beaches, to Marjan Park-forest, a popular recreational destination for citizens of Split. Along the way, you will discover many charming churches and paths with amazing views of Split, the sea, and nearby islands.
Later in the evening, you can meander the streets and discover the old walls and basements of the Diocletian’s Palace, and the numerous cafés and restaurants serving fresh Mediterranean food!Elevation gain: 180 m
Duration: 3/5 h + 2 h city walk
Overnight: Split
Preferred accommodations:- Comfort: Villa Baguc or Villa Toni
- Classic: Hotel Slavija or Hotel Peristil
- Premiere: Hotel Marmont or Hotel Marul
- Exclusive: Hotel Vestibul or Hotel Park
Day 2: Brač Island, 9 or 10 mi. (14 or 16 km)
You start the day with a boat ride from Split to Brac Island. Once you arrive, you will have the option for either the west side loop which will take you through olive groves, the sleepy village of Sutivan, and then back along the coast to the city of Supetar or you can enjoy the easy coastal trail from Lovrečina Bay. Whatever path you choose today, you will enjoy great views of the mainland as you trek the quiet coastal paths, discovering the ancient Greek and Roman ruins and small fishing villages.One of the trademarks of the island of Brač is the limestone and stone quarries – the White House in Washington D.C. and Diocletian’s Palace in Split are just some of the sites that were built with that stone! All the ancient villages and towns on Brač Island are a testament to this unique stone.
What to do in the late afternoon is up to you. You can either spend your time at one of many beaches surrounding Supetar or discover historical sites and local culture before returning to Split by bus. Cost is not included and is approx. €2 per person.
Elevation gain: 190 or 140 m
Duration: 4.5 or 3 h
Overnight: SplitPreferred accommodation:
- Comfort: Villa Baguc or Villa Toni
- Classic: Hotel Slavija or Hotel Peristil
- Premiere: Hotel Marmont or Hotel Marul
- Exclusive: Hotel Vestibul or Hotel Park
Day 3: Hvar Island (the lavender road), 7.5 mi. (12 km)
Today you depart for your visit to your second island in Croatia – Island Hvar. It is rated as one of the "top ten most beautiful islands in the world" according to Traveller Magazine! Cultural and historical sites, lavender fields, crystal clear turquoise waters, charming villages, and towns are just some of the highlights this island has to offer.Go for a sightseeing walk along the narrow streets of the town of Stari Grad, literally translated as The Old Town. Founded in the 4th century B.C., it was one of the first Greek colonies in the Adriatic. You can enjoy numerous charming squares, restaurants, and cafés of Stari Grad before setting off to the south coastline of Hvar Island, to the abandoned villages once famous for lavender and rosemary oil production. Along the way, you will walk through lavender fields and olive groves and discover charming hidden beaches, before arriving in Hvar Town.
In the afternoon treat yourself with well-deserved coffee or an aperitif in one of the numerous bars at the Venetian-style piazza of Hvar Town before your evening out on the town.
Elevation loss: 310 m
Duration: 3-4 h
Overnight: Hvar TownPreferred accommodations:
- Comfort: House Godana or Mare Apartments
- Classic: Villa Nora or Hotel Pharos
- Premiere: Hotel Amfora or Hotel Park
- Exclusive: Hotel Adriana
Day 4: Hvar Town and Korcula Island, 2 mi. (3 km)
This morning, after breakfast, you can enjoy a pleasant walk to Fortica Španjola, ascending the stairs through the old part of the city to the fortress on the hill. It was built at the beginning of the 16th century (during the Venetian rule) and was reconstructed in 1579. Apart from its exquisite architecture, you will also enjoy unforgettable panoramic views of the city, its surroundings, and the Pakleni Islands. There is also a museum located in the fortress with a collection of amphorae and other ancient artifacts from the Middle Ages. The entrance fee is not included and is approx. €4 per person.If you are interested in some real beach time, you can take a taxi to the Pakleni Islands, a small, but beautiful archipelago located right in front of Hvar town. Here you can enjoy swimming in secluded bays and have a nice lunch overlooking the Adriatic!
Later in the afternoon, you will depart by boat to Korčula town, where you will spend the next two days.
Elevation gain: 100 m
Duration: 2 h
Overnight: Korčula TownPreferred accommodations:
- Comfort: Nina Apartments or Koko Apartments
- Classic: Hotel Marko Polo
- Premiere: Hotel Korcula or Hotel Korsal
- Exclusive: Hotel Adriana
Day 5: Korčula - Marco Polo’s home & Kočje, 7 - 14 mi. (11 - 23 km)
Today you will be exploring Korčula Island, considered to be the hometown of Marco Polo, the famous world traveler and the place where his silk road began.
Korčula was once a Greek colony, dating back to the 4th century and known as Korkyra Melaina (Black Korčula) due to its dense forests. Today, the island is famous for the production of the best Croatian white wines - Pošip and Grk. Your peaceful and relaxing hike today will take you through the nature park abundant with wildlife and the unusual but pleasant landscape of the Dalmatian Karst region. The area contains dolomite rock formations and is very densely wooded. You will follow the ancient Napoleon path through olive groves, small vineyards, and beautiful fields of sage, oregano, and other healthy herbs. Your hike ends in Pupnat, where you will have the option to enjoy a unique lunch prepared by Farac family. Most of the ingredients they use in the meals are homegrown and local. The cost of this is not included and is approximately €40 per person.In the afternoon, your return to Korcula by bus or taxi (price not included) and can spend the afternoon in the town of Korcula and explore its cobblestone streets, whitewashed buildings, and other architectural masterpieces built in Gothic and Renaissance style.
Elevation gain: 360 m
Duration: 2.5/4 h
Overnight: Korčula TownPreferred accommodations:
- Comfort: Nina Apartments or Koko Apartments
- Classic: Hotel Marko Polo
- Premiere: Hotel Korcula or Hotel Korsal
- Exclusive: Hotel Adriana
Day 6: Seaman story of Pelješac and the city of Dubrovnik, 9 km + 4 km Ston walls walk
The morning begins with the short boat ride to the Peljesac Peninsula and the town of Orebić. The town itself was founded in the 15th century as a part of the Republic of Dubrovnik (Ragusa). As it was famous for seaman and its maritime tradition, there are many charming stone houses (villas) of the once-famous sea captains. Your hike starts from Orebić, leading along the southern slopes of Mt. Ilija, passing through secluded vineyards to an old Franciscan monastery where you can enjoy great views of Korčula and Pelješac archipelago. Once you reach the coast, you will walk along the waterfront through Kučište village on your way to Viganj, a famous windsurfing destination.Later this afternoon, you will make your way to the mainland by transfer. You will spend some time in Ston, where you will have to chance to discover the second longest city walls in Europe, ancient salt works, and the important role this area had in the 14th century for the Republic of Dubrovnik. After free time, you will set off by transfer to the “Pearl of the Adriatic” – the town of Dubrovnik where you will spend the last evening on your tour!
Elevation gain: 226 m
Duration: 2 h + optional Ston walls walk: 1 kmPreferred accommodations:
- Comfort: Apartments More or Villa San
- Classic: Hotel Tirena or Hotel Perla
- Premiere: Hotel Lapad or Hotel Lacroma
- Exclusive: Villa Argentina, Hotel Pucic Palace, or Hotel Bellevue
Day 7: End of tour
Today after breakfast you can go for a walk in the old city town of Dubrovnik, the marble streets and Baroque buildings, and discover the rich history of the once very important Republic of Dubrovnik. This walk will conclude your Dalmatian coast adventure and you will be ready to return to your homes enriched by the discovery of one small, but beautiful Mediterranean country! Pomalo!Looking for something other than a hiking tour? View all our featured bicycle tours, specials, and news or look at our full list of tours in Europe.
Accommodation
Hotels offered are small, boutique and usually located in the center of the historic towns. There are four levels of accommodations possible. On each day’s details you will find the name(s) of the preferred hotels. It is very important to note that final hotel lists are based on availability.
- Comfort: 3* accommodation
- Classic: 3 and 4 * accommodation
- Premiere: 4 * accommodation
- Exclusive: 4 and 5 * accommodation
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodation for 6 nights with breakfast
- Welcome meeting & orientation briefing
- Roadbook/information package with detailed route notes & maps, historical facts, dining suggestions, & other important & useful information
- GPS navigation for setup on mobile phones
- Luggage transfers
- All transfers mentioned in the itinerary
- 24/7 assistance & emergency contact
What’s Not Included
- Airport transfers
- Lunches & dinners
- Entrance fees to museums
- Airport transfers
- Entrance fees to museums
- Bus tickets (Day 2 and Day 5 – approximately 2,00 € per 1 bus ticket)
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
2023
Daily departures from April 1 until October 31, 2023
Early Season: April 1 through April 28
Season 1: April 29 through May 28
Season 2: May 29 through June 28
Season 3: June 29 through August 31
Season 4: September 1 through September 30
Late Season: October 1 through October 31Early S. 1 S. 2 S. 3 S. 4 Late Comfort (B & B) Twin/double $ 2404 £ 1279 $ 2,138 € 1455 ₪ 5946 ¥ 221625 NZ$ 2619 NOK 17547 kr 17252 $ 1,590 $ 2586 £ 1375 $ 2,300 € 1565 ₪ 6395 ¥ 238380 NZ$ 2817 NOK 18873 kr 18556 $ 1,710 $ 2833 £ 1507 $ 2,520 € 1715 ₪ 7008 ¥ 261228 NZ$ 3087 NOK 20682 kr 20334 $ 1,874 $ 3263 £ 1736 $ 2,902 € 1975 ₪ 8071 ¥ 300831 NZ$ 3554 NOK 23818 kr 23417 $ 2,158 $ 2933 £ 1560 $ 2,608 € 1775 ₪ 7253 ¥ 270367 NZ$ 3195 NOK 21406 kr 21046 $ 1,939 $ 2503 £ 1331 $ 2,226 € 1515 ₪ 6191 ¥ 230764 NZ$ 2727 NOK 18270 kr 17963 $ 1,655 Single suppl. $ 661 £ 352 $ 588 € 400 ₪ 1635 ¥ 60928 NZ$ 720 NOK 4824 kr 4743 $ 437 $ 900 £ 479 $ 801 € 545 ₪ 2227 ¥ 83014 NZ$ 981 NOK 6572 kr 6462 $ 595 $ 1115 £ 593 $ 992 € 675 ₪ 2758 ¥ 102816 NZ$ 1215 NOK 8140 kr 8003 $ 737 $ 1313 £ 699 $ 1,168 € 795 ₪ 3249 ¥ 121094 NZ$ 1431 NOK 9587 kr 9426 $ 869 $ 1181 £ 628 $ 1,051 € 715 ₪ 2922 ¥ 108909 NZ$ 1287 NOK 8623 kr 8478 $ 781 $ 702 £ 373 $ 624 € 425 ₪ 1737 ¥ 64736 NZ$ 765 NOK 5125 kr 5039 $ 464 Classic (3 & 4 star) Twin/double $ 2899 £ 1542 $ 2,579 € 1755 ₪ 7172 ¥ 267321 NZ$ 3159 NOK 21165 kr 20809 $ 1,917 $ 3263 £ 1736 $ 2,902 € 1975 ₪ 8071 ¥ 300831 NZ$ 3554 NOK 23818 kr 23417 $ 2,158 $ 3544 £ 1885 $ 3,152 € 2145 ₪ 8765 ¥ 326726 NZ$ 3860 NOK 25868 kr 25433 $ 2,344 $ 3825 £ 2034 $ 3,402 € 2315 ₪ 9460 ¥ 352620 NZ$ 4166 NOK 27918 kr 27449 $ 2,529 $ 3643 £ 1938 $ 3,240 € 2205 ₪ 9010 ¥ 335865 NZ$ 3968 NOK 26591 kr 26144 $ 2,409 $ 3114 £ 1657 $ 2,770 € 1885 ₪ 7703 ¥ 287123 NZ$ 3392 NOK 22732 kr 22350 $ 2,059 Single suppl. $ 958 £ 510 $ 852 € 580 ₪ 2370 ¥ 88345 NZ$ 1044 NOK 6995 kr 6877 $ 634 $ 1272 £ 677 $ 1,131 € 770 ₪ 3146 ¥ 117286 NZ$ 1386 NOK 9286 kr 9130 $ 841 $ 1536 £ 817 $ 1,367 € 930 ₪ 3800 ¥ 141657 NZ$ 1674 NOK 11215 kr 11027 $ 1,016 $ 1677 £ 892 $ 1,491 € 1015 ₪ 4148 ¥ 154605 NZ$ 1827 NOK 12241 kr 12035 $ 1,109 $ 1437 £ 765 $ 1,278 € 870 ₪ 3555 ¥ 132518 NZ$ 1566 NOK 10492 kr 10315 $ 951 $ 1090 £ 580 $ 970 € 660 ₪ 2697 ¥ 100531 NZ$ 1188 NOK 7959 kr 7826 $ 721 Premier (4 star) Twin/double $ 3511 £ 1867 $ 3,122 € 2125 ₪ 8683 ¥ 323679 NZ$ 3824 NOK 25627 kr 25196 $ 2,322 $ 3874 £ 2061 $ 3,446 € 2345 ₪ 9582 ¥ 357190 NZ$ 4220 NOK 28280 kr 27804 $ 2,562 $ 4287 £ 2281 $ 3,813 € 2595 ₪ 10604 ¥ 395270 NZ$ 4670 NOK 31295 kr 30768 $ 2,835 $ 4750 £ 2527 $ 4,224 € 2875 ₪ 11748 ¥ 437919 NZ$ 5174 NOK 34671 kr 34088 $ 3,141 $ 3973 £ 2114 $ 3,534 € 2405 ₪ 9828 ¥ 366329 NZ$ 4328 NOK 29003 kr 28516 $ 2,628 $ 3346 £ 1780 $ 2,975 € 2025 ₪ 8275 ¥ 308447 NZ$ 3644 NOK 24421 kr 24010 $ 2,212 Single suppl. $ 1280 £ 681 $ 1,139 € 775 ₪ 3167 ¥ 118048 NZ$ 1395 NOK 9346 kr 9189 $ 847 $ 1578 £ 839 $ 1,403 € 955 ₪ 3902 ¥ 145465 NZ$ 1719 NOK 11517 kr 11323 $ 1,043 $ 1859 £ 989 $ 1,653 € 1125 ₪ 4597 ¥ 171360 NZ$ 2025 NOK 13567 kr 13339 $ 1,229 $ 2140 £ 1138 $ 1,903 € 1295 ₪ 5292 ¥ 197254 NZ$ 2331 NOK 15617 kr 15355 $ 1,415 $ 1842 £ 980 $ 1,638 € 1115 ₪ 4556 ¥ 169836 NZ$ 2007 NOK 13446 kr 13220 $ 1,218 $ 1280 £ 681 $ 1,139 € 775 ₪ 3167 ¥ 118048 NZ$ 1395 NOK 9346 kr 9189 $ 847 Exclusive (4 & 5 star) Twin/double $ 4882 £ 2597 $ 4,342 € 2955 ₪ 12075 ¥ 450105 NZ$ 5318 NOK 35636 kr 35037 $ 3,228 $ 5345 £ 2843 $ 4,753 € 3235 ₪ 13219 ¥ 492754 NZ$ 5822 NOK 39013 kr 38357 $ 3,534 $ 6534 £ 3476 $ 5,811 € 3955 ₪ 16161 ¥ 602424 NZ$ 7118 NOK 47696 kr 46894 $ 4,321 $ 5840 £ 3107 $ 5,194 € 3535 ₪ 14445 ¥ 538450 NZ$ 6362 NOK 42631 kr 41914 $ 3,862 $ 5791 £ 3080 $ 5,150 € 3505 ₪ 14323 ¥ 533881 NZ$ 6308 NOK 42269 kr 41558 $ 3,829 $ 4733 £ 2518 $ 4,210 € 2865 ₪ 11707 ¥ 436396 NZ$ 5156 NOK 34551 kr 33970 $ 3,130 Single suppl. $ 2569 £ 1367 $ 2,285 € 1555 ₪ 6354 ¥ 236857 NZ$ 2799 NOK 18753 kr 18437 $ 1,699 $ 3023 £ 1608 $ 2,689 € 1830 ₪ 7478 ¥ 278745 NZ$ 3293 NOK 22069 kr 21698 $ 1,999 $ 3808 £ 2026 $ 3,387 € 2305 ₪ 9419 ¥ 351097 NZ$ 4148 NOK 27797 kr 27330 $ 2,518 $ 3428 £ 1824 $ 3,049 € 2075 ₪ 8479 ¥ 316063 NZ$ 3734 NOK 25024 kr 24603 $ 2,267 $ 3387 £ 1802 $ 3,012 € 2050 ₪ 8377 ¥ 312255 NZ$ 3689 NOK 24722 kr 24307 $ 2,240 $ 2676 £ 1424 $ 2,380 € 1620 ₪ 6620 ¥ 246758 NZ$ 2916 NOK 19537 kr 19208 $ 1,770 Solo traveler pricing on request.
5 % discount offered for groups of 4 or more
Custom tours are possible. Please ask!
Extra Options
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GPS device $ 58 £ 31 $ 51 € 35 ₪ 143 ¥ 5331 NZ$ 63 NOK 422 kr 415 $ 38 Extra nights
On request Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This tour includes 6 days of activity with an average hiking/walking distance of 9-15 km per day. The terrain on this tour changes daily - you will experience single-tracks, wide gravel roads, rocky coastal paths, cobblestone streets (in the historical towns), and paved roads (not more than 4 kilometers in total).
Airport Info
Closest international airport to your tour start in Split is Split Airport (SPU) and the closest airport to your tour end in Dubrovnik is Dubrovnik Airport (DBV).
Local Travel
From and to the airport in Split and Dubrovnik, you can utilize public transportation (bus) or taxi. The distance is approximately 25 km.
Climate
The Adriatic coast enjoys a Mediterranean climate consisting of hot, dry, and sunny weather. It is not unusual for summer weather to stretch out into autumn with temperatures in the high teens or even low 20s (Celsius). You will find the weather in Southern Dalmatia perfect for ocean swimming. Please remember to check local conditions before you travel. See below for Monthly Weather Averages.
Remarks
We can adjust accommodation and tour itineraries in accordance with your preferences. Feel free to send us your customized requests!
Important to know
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