In this article we will present you the 10 most beautiful Croatian islands that are worth visiting during your summer vacation in this beautiful country.

1. Hvar

Hvar is the sunniest island in the Adriatic, and is located in front of the eastern Adriatic coast. Hvar belongs to the Split-Dalmatia County, and near it are Pakleni otoci, Vis, Korcula and the Peljesac peninsula. Hvar is known for its favorable Mediterranean climate, rich tradition and nightlife, making it one of the ten most beautiful islands in the world. While visiting Hvar you will experience Hvar’s culture, nature, customs and rich history that goes back to prehistoric times. Hvar is also known for its gastronomy, beautiful beaches and bays, crystal clear Adriatic Sea but also good quality accommodation and friendly hosts.

2. Vis

Vis is an island that has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and is located 45 kilometers from the coast, beside the islands and islets of Bisevo, Budikovac, Brusnik, Jabuka, etc. Vis is quite remote from the coast and other islands, which has a great impact on the climate which is Mediterranean. Regardless of the climate and the strong winds, Vis is still one of the most fascinating Croatian islands. Vis was opened to visitors only in 1989 because it was previously used as a naval base, and today it is one of the largest inhabited islands in the Republic of Croatia. Vis is very famous for its enology because it contains some of the most exclusive wines in Croatia such as Plavac and Vugave. The island is also known for its turbulent history, landmarks, and nearby tourist attractions such as Blue Cave.

3. Rab

Rab is an island located on the eastern side of the Adriatic Sea, east of the island of Cres and south of the island of Krk. Rab belongs to the County of Primorske-goranske, and along with the small island around it, Rab makes one of the most attractive islands for the tourist market. Rab is known for its pleasant climate, beautiful beaches, romantic bell towers that are part of the cultural and historical heritage of the island, but also natural attractions. Rab is one of the most wooded islands in the Adriatic Sea, and the most famous part of the island is the town of Rab, surrounded by medieval walls.

4. Korcula

Korcula is an island belonging to the Dubrovnik-Neretva County, and is the sixth largest island in the Republic of Croatia. Shipbuilding, agriculture, fishing and tourism are extremely developed on Korcula, making it one of the most attractive islands on the Adriatic. Korcula is known for its pleasant Mediterranean climate, dense forests, medieval squares, churches, palaces and houses that make it one of the most beautiful islands.

5. Brac

Brac is the largest island in Dalmatia and the third in the Adriatic Sea. This island is 40 km long, making it one of the longest islands. It is located in front of Split, west of the island of Solta and south of Hvar. Brač is, along with Hvar, one of the sunniest islands in Croatia, and it is very easy to reach because of the proximity of the mainland and the connection of the ferry lines from Split. Brac is known for its agriculture, which includes the production of wine and olive oil. One of the most famous exports from the Brac is the famous Brac stone which is known all over the world. Brac is also home to the most famous Croatian beach Zlatni rat, which is also a symbol of Croatian tourism, and the most famous places on Brac are Bol, Supetar, Milna, Sumartin and Sutivan.

The Croatian islands represent the most beautiful and attractive part of Croatia when it comes to summer destination choices. With our Split boat tour you have multiple day excursions that will allow you to visit a large number of islands in just one day. Our most famous trip is the Blue Cave tour from Split, which will take you to 6 Croatian islands in one day.

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When it comes to fine dining, according to Tripadvisor,  these are the top 3 restaurants in Hvar:

1. Restaurant Albatros – 5.0* 105 Reviews

This restaurant is listed as one of the best places in the Old Town to feature a varied and versatile menu. Albatros Restaurant features classic Mediterranean cuisine with gourmet dishes and local and diverse regional products.

Tripadvisor Reviews

”Service, food, quality! – The owner and his daughter were very kind to us. They carefuly explained their local dishes. We tried the owners signature Bacalao fish dish. It was incredible. Truly authentic delicous food with incredible service. Also ask for the house wine and olive oil, produced by the owner himself! Top notch. Thank you so much!!!!”

”Best fish restaurant on the island – Best fish restaurant on the island, fresh fish, great host, wonderful prosek and overall great service. Highly recommend to everyone to visit.”

” Amazing food! Try the fish pate! – Very nice restaurant with amazing food a chef. We ate fish pate for starter than steak with rosemary potatoes and vegetable rizotto. Sure to come back!”

2. Zori restaurant – 4.5* 650 Reviews

Zori Restaurant has 60 years of tradition in preparing gourmet specialties and providing unforgettable dining experiences. This restaurant boasts exceptional cuisine, extremely professional and friendly staff, an ideal location, and a relaxing atmosphere and ambience of the restaurant. This restaurant’s menu features organic meat specialties, seafood dishes and desserts.

Tripadvisor reviews

”Great view – We turned up on a Sunday night unexpected. Luckily a table set away from the rest had just been vacated so we grabbed it. Food was very good and everything enjoyed their meals. Although a little pricey we all enjoyed ourselves here and would recommend.”

”Pleasant surprise – The restaurant is positioned right on top of the beach/marina in Palmizana beach where friendly staff will help you mourn the boat. That’s the only way to arrive at this restaurant. The food was well presented and delicious. We had mussels and scampi on ‘buzara’ and fresh fish grilled and then skilfully filleted by staff at the table. Every meal was beautifully presented and the service was outstanding – friendly and efficient, multilingual staff. The venue is perfect with every table having a view of the turquoise water bay. Heavenly.”

”Excellent excellent excellent – Such a gorgeous spot, great food and the restaurant had super friendly staff! I highly recommend this restaurant!”

 3. Restaurant Divino – 4.5* 619 Reviews

Divino Restaurant is one of the restaurants with a nicer ambiance that offers a beautiful view of the Pakleni Islands where restaurant guests can enjoy Mediterranean colors, scents and sounds from the terrace. This restaurant offers a unique menu with the best wines that can also be purchased at their DiVino shop. On the menu are some of the best meat and fish specialties from the Mediterranean cuisine accomponied with vegeterian dishes.

Tripadvisor reviews

”Great food in a great location – We had an very nice 5 course tasting menu with Croatian wine pairings whilst taking in the sunset from the terrace overlooking the harbour. The beef tartar, grilled octopus with an octopus polpetta, and the lamb crepinette were three dishes that stood out, with the wine pairings from Hvar and neighbouring islands a major highlight to support the food. The staff were welcoming, polite and very knowledgeable which added to the nice evening we had at Divino restaurant.”

”Gourmet delight – We arrived in Hvar, beautiful town, toured all around and then ended up in Divino. We decided on the Tasting menu and were not disappointed. Grilled Squid, Lamb for main course. Avoid the Foie Gras (too much). Great meal great view.”

”Great restaurant with view of the harbor – We had dinner at Divino for a group of 20. We sat out in a private area on the upstairs deck. Service, wine and food were all great. A perfect place to watch the sun set over dinner with friends.”

Hvar is the sunniest and most visited island in Dalmatia, and it would be a shame not to visit one of the most famous Croatian islands during your trip. If you are in Split and looking for a Split boat tour where you will visit a number of Croatian islands, we recommend our Blue Cave tour from Split, where you will visit one of the biggest tourist attractions, named Blue Cave Croatia along with 6 islands, and one of them is the island of Hvar.

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Literature:

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The island of Brač is characterized by a specific culture that is immediately visible due to the modest architecture of Brač seamen, fishermen and other locals. Renaissance culture and art flourished on Brač in ancient years, and the remains of that culture are visible on churches, palaces, sculptures and other buildings.

One of the most famous but also the oldest coastal municipalities in Brač is Bol. Bol is one of the most visited island destinations in the Republic of Croatia, and the place itself contains one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the beach Zlatni rat. Bol is located on the south side of the island, at the foot of the Bol crown and Vidova Gora. This place stretches for several kilometers through the sea edge which has given it a great number of beautiful beaches that touch the extremely clear Adriatic Sea.

Some of the best things to see and do in Bol are:

1. Visit Zlatni rat and have a swim

Zlatni rat is the most famous beaches on the Adriatic, and is also ranked among the top ten most beautiful beaches in the world by travel magazines. Due to its extraordinary beauty, this beach is one of the most famous symbols of the tourism of Croatia. This beach is specific because of its pebble cape, which is about a thousand meters long and which changes shape and position depending on how the wind blows.

2. Wonder along the Bol promenade

Bol is a beautiful place that stretches for miles along the coast which can afford you a wonderful walk along the place. On the promenade you will find many beaches, cafes and restaurants, as well as shops and stalls where you can buy souvenirs.

3. Try out some local wine

We recommend visiting Stina Winery, located on the main promenade of this island town. The winery itself is made up of new and old traditions that make it one of the best wineries on the island.

4. Try out the local cuisine

Brač cuisine is characterized by Mediterranean cuisine, which is characterized by intense aromas and great variety of food. Mediterranean cuisine is relatively low in fat and is considered very healthy. Some of the most common foods are olive oil, lots of fruits and vegetables, fish and other seafood, many types of meat, frequent use of aromatic and spicy herbs, as well as bread and all bakery products. Some of the restaurants we recommend in Bol are the Vagabundo Restaurant and Bar, Tavern Vallum and Terrace Santo.

5. Visit the Dragon’s cave

The Dragon’s Cave is a monument to the monastic life of a Glagolitic priest from the 15th century, located in Murvica in the municipality of Bol. There were two separate traditions in the Dragon’s Cave, Christian and Gentile, and a religious life was held there. In front of the cave it is possible to reserve a place on an hour and a half tour, and you can walk and climb to the beutiful viewpoint where you can take some pictures.

Brač is one of the most beautiful and sunniest islands of all Croatian islands that you should visit during your holidays in Croatia. If you are in Split and want to book a specific excursion from Split and also visit Bol on Brac, check out our one day excursion Bol & Golden horn day tour from Split with Lunch & Drinks.

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Bol & Golden horn day tour from Split with Lunch & Drinks

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Vis is a Croatian island that is 45 kilometers away from the mainland, and the easiest and fastest way to get there is by private boat, excursion tours or regular lines from Split that operate two to four times a day. The climate on the island of Vis is Mediterranean, its only specificity is that it is exposed to stronger winds due to the fact that it is far away from other islands and the mainland and is more exposed than the neighboring islands. When it comes to the history of the island of Vis, it goes back to the prehistoric period when people first inhabited it.

The island of Vis contains some of the most valuable cultural and historical sights but also natural attractions that will leave any visitor without text. Some of the most beautiful and attractive natural attractions include the attractions on Vis itself, as well as the surrounding attractions from the nearby bays and uninhabited islands, such as:

Island Jabuka (”Apple island”)

This small island is located on the high seas and is extremely inaccessible due to its conical shape and steep coastline. The island is volcanic in nature and is full of endemic plants and animals and is a favorite bird habitat.

Island Brusnik

This island is located near Komiža, a small village on the island of Vis, and like the island of Jabuka is also volcanic. The island of Brusnik has beautiful beaches with dark pebbles and the panoramic view of the island will leave you breathless. Today, this island is home to many endemic species.

Island of Saint

This beautiful island, called the island of Saint or the island of Saint Andrew, is one of the specific islands near Komiža that was previously inhabited but is no longer. The island contains extremely rare bird species and the sea around the island is rich in fish and is a very suitable place for fishermen. This island contains Byzantine and prehistoric remains that represent the cultural and historical heritage of the island, and prove that the island was once inhabited long ago.

Blue Cave

The Blue Cave is one of the biggest attractions in the area, because it is extremely geomorphologically interesting. It is known for having two openings, one larger that can only be entered by a small paddle boat, and a smaller opening on the other side of the cave, below the sea level, which allows sunlight to reflect from the seabed and create blue light. The Blue Cave is located on the island of Bisevo and is one of the favorite tourist attractions in the area.

Stiniva Bay

This beautiful bay is located on the island of Vis and is on the list of top 10 beaches that you must visit when traveling to Croatia. It is located on the south side of the island, and can be accessed by boat through a narrow passage from the sea beyond which the bay widens and ends with a beautiful beach that can not be reached by road.

Mediterranean Monk Seal cave

This cave is located on the island of Bisevo and is one of the geomorphologically most interesting attractions in the area, of course along the Blue Cave. Its opening through which it enters is extremely large, however, it shrinks inward. The cave is 160 meters long and represents the habitat of one of the most endangered mammals in the world, an extremely rare seal species – the Mediterranean monk seal.

Palagruža

This archipelago is one of the most remote islands in Croatia because they literally mark the border of the Croatian territory. Palagruza has many endemic plants and animals and the climate in this area is extremely dry with little humidity.

Green Cave on island Ravnik

This cave is also called the Green Cave and is located on the island of Ravnik. It is an abrasion cave with two openings, one of which is at the top through which sunlight passes and bounces off the seafloor,  turning the walls green.

If you are in Split and looking for a day trip that includes a visit to several Croatian islands, we have the ideal boat trip from Split for you! Our Blue Cave tour from Split will take you to the islands of Bisevo, Vis, Hvar and Budikovac where you will have the opportunity to see some of the most beautiful natural attractions and have a panoramic view of the Pakleni Islands.

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Hvar Island is one of the sunniest and hottest European summer destinations and is an extremely popular destination for all tourists who are visiting the Croatian coast. Hvar is special, not only for the crystal clear Adriatic Sea that surrounds it but also for the untouched preserved nature, cultural and historical heritage, specific Mediterranean gastronomy and the largest number of sunny hours a year, which is why it is also called the sunniest Croatian island. Hvar has more than 2700 sunny hours a year, and the climate on the island is Mediterranean with extremely warm summers, which makes it ideal for the summer holidays. Hvar has a large number of tourist attractions, from the old Dalmatian settlements, hidden coves, beaches, rich and interesting history, and cultural heritage, but also the turbulent nightlife during the summer.

The top 5 things to see on Hvar during our boat tour:

1. Fortica Fort

The trip to Fortica Fortress is one of the most beautiful walks that the island of Hvar has to offer. The walk includes not only the sight of Hvar’s stone houses and streets, but also passing the main city gates of Porta di Datallo. There you will see palaces from the 15th and 16th centuries that will steal your attention as you climb up to the fortress itself. Fortica Fortress was built in the first part of the 16th century and today it is one of the most important sights on the island because of its collections from antiquity and the Middle Ages. From the fortress you can also enjoy a panoramic view of the Pakleni islands and the town of Hvar itself.

2. Benedictine Convent

Hvar monasteries are extremely famous for their specific tradition of lace making that has been maintained within the monastery itself for years, and this tradition has been passed down from generation to generation. In 2009, lace-making skills were included in the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

3. Hvar Theater

The Hvar Theater is a social and cultural symbol of the city itself, founded in 1612 as the first civic theater in Europe. Many famous theater stars performed at the Hvar Theater, and the upgrade of the theater itself was made in the 17th century.

4. Napoleon’s Fortress

This fortress in the town of Hvar was built by Napoleon in 1811 and is located on the hill of Sv. Nicholas west of Fortica Fort. The purpose of the fort was to be a reconnaissance and guard post and is still well preserved today, however it is closed to the public.

5. Gothic-Baroque Bartučević House

An extremely interesting building, built in the town of Hvar in the area of Grod, and is known in the cultural and historical heritage of the town as the Bartučević House. The house was built in the first half of the 15th century in the Gothic style and was later rebuilt in the Baroque period, which is why the house acquired a combination of two historically famous styles.

Hvar is one of the most beautiful and famous destinations but also one of the the longest and sunniest islands in Croatia. A visit to this beautiful island will knock every visitor off his feet, because on this island you can enjoy not only the sun, but also cultural and historical sights, natural attractions, but also the beautiful bays that surround the crystal blue Adriatic Sea.

During our Blue Cave tour from Split, you will experience an unforgettable little excursion that includes sailing along our beautiful indented coast, and you will enjoy visiting numerous islands and attractions. If you would like to book a place on our Blue Cave tour from Split and visit Croatian islands click the link below!

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In addition to the Blue Cave tour, we also have Blue Lagoon & Trogir boat tour, which will take you on sightseeing of one of the most beautiful small towns near Split, which is Trogir.
Trogir is a small town belonging to the Split-Dalmatia County, located just 25 kilometers from Split, which makes it an ideal place for excursions from the capital of Dalmatia. The town itself is divided into three parts: the land part, the part on the island of Ciovo and the islands Drvenik Mali and Drvenik Veliki.

UNESCO World Heritage list

Trogir also has a rich history that goes back to the 3rd. century BC when the area was first settled by Greek colonists from the island of Vis. The turbulent history of this city has influenced the development itself and its present appearance, which encompasses one of the best preserved Romanesque-Gothic forts. The historic core of the city is the castle and the tower surrounded by walls, and within the center there are many cultural and historical monuments such as the famous Trogir Cathedral, which is also the most significant cultural monument in the city. The core of the city, or the old part of the city, is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, making Trogir one of the most attractive cities in Dalmatia, along with Split and Dubrovnik.

Tourism in Trogir

Tourism itself began to develop in Trogir in the 1930s, when the city began to attract many visitors but also world figures from culture and politics. Trogir has never been a city that attracts because of the sun and the sea, but has exclusively been a city that attracts guests because of its cultural and historical heritage. Nautical tourism is very developed in the city itself due to the presence of two modern marinas that can accommodate over 500 boats, and adventure tourism is also being developed which includes diving, sports boats, parachutes and more.

Some of the most important sights in Trogir that you should not miss are:

1. Cathedral of Sts. Lovre – is the most significant monument among the churches in Trogir, and it covers the area that the faithful have visited since the Middle Ages. The cathedral was built in the 17th century, and the cathedral itself blends various styles dating from Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque, which makes the cathedral extremely specific.

2. Palaces – The city of Trogir has a large number of palaces located in the heart of the city, which beautify the city itself with its  facades and specific architecture. Some of the palaces you should visit are the Garagnin Romanesque and Gothic Palace complex, the Cipicco Romanesque Palace complex, the Municipal Palace and the Lucić Palace located on the waterfront.

3. Churches and monasteries – Trogir is also rich in religious strongholds, the most important of which are the monastery of Sv. Dominica founded in the 13th century, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, All Saints Church remodeled at the end of the 17th century, Church of St. St. Peter’s Church 13th Century John the Baptist Church of St. John the Baptist Sebastian from the 15th century, church of st. Barbara and the bell tower of the church of st. Michael, representing the rest of the demolished church and monastery.

4. The Kairos Collection – This art collection includes the Church of Sts. Nicholas emphasizes her stylistic features from Romanesque to Baroque. This church is an integral dip of a preserved Benedictine convent founded in 1064.

5. Forts and towers – Trogir includes the Kamerlengo fortress, which is located on the southwest corner of the island and was built in 1437 and the tower of St. Marko built in the 15th century.

Trogir is one of those cities that is best remembered with an expert tour guide, of course if you want to know all the historical details, but if you are just in the mood for sightseeing, Trogir is a place that will delight you with its cultural and historical heritage and a great selection of cafes and restaurants where you can take a break and enjoy the moment.

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Blue Lagoon & Trogir & 3 islands half day tour from Split

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In this private boat tour you will enjoy a panoramic view of the famous Pakleni islands and you will visit the sunniest island on the Adriatic – Hvar, where you will spend the night. The next day you will visit Vis and Blue Cave where you will be enchanted by the blue light from the cave and the last day you will enjoy visiting the island of Brac. The entire excursion includes a private yacht with a skipper comprising three cabins, a living room, a kitchen, a bathroom and a deck, and the price also includes diving and insurance equipment.

SPLIT – meeting point

The tour starts from Split, the largest city in Dalmatia but also one of the most beautiful cities in Croatia. Split represents the economic and cultural center of Dalmatia, and is also a former resting place of the Roman emperor Diocletian. Emperor Diocletian built a palace on the territory of Split whose remains are one of the best preserved monuments of Roman architecture in the world. Today Diocletian’s Palace is the old part of town with many cafes, restaurants and shops, and is an ideal place for sightseeing before embarking on a boat tour.

Pakleni otoci – panoramic view

The first you’ll see on this private boat tour are the Croatian Pakleni otoci, a group of limestone islands located a few hundred meters from Hvar. Pakleni island contain about twenty larger and smaller islands that stretch for almost ten kilometers and give its visitors a beautiful panoramic view, ideal for taking pictures, as well as for anchoring and swimming in the crystal clear Adriatic Sea.

Hvar – sunniest island in Croatia

The second destination is the so-called sunniest island on the Adriatic – Hvar. Hvar is an island of hedonism, an island of the best restaurants and entertainment. The town of Hvar itself is the center of the island, exuding an island culture and its mystical beauty that includes small stone houses, churches and streets full of restaurants and shops. Hvar also has a large number of beautiful beaches that should not be missed, some of the most famous are Veliki Pokrvenik, Daria Beach, Feronija Beach, Jagodna, Mala Stiniva and others.

Vis – island with  the most beautiful beaches

The next day you will be sailing towards Vis, the farthest and most remote island in the Adriatic Sea, which has an extremely rich history. The first settlement on the island was founded by Greek colonists from Sicily, who helped develop the island into today’s economic and urban center of that part of the Adriatic. Vis was extremely known as a military stronghold until 1992 when it increasingly turned to tourism development in the area of ​​the island but also to wine production. Vis is one of the most famous Croatian islands, which has a long tradition due to its rich history and cultural heritage. Today, the island of Vis is a place of beautiful green spaces, a large number of tourist facilities, pebbly and sandy beaches and anchored sailboats looking for their accommodation. Vis will delight you with its tourist offer, gastronomy, wines and natural beauties that will remain etched in your memory.

Blue Cave – most famous attraction in the Adriatic sea

The second day of the excursion also includes a visit to the famous blue cave located on the eastern side of the island of Biševo. This tourist attraction, thanks to its popularity, can be attributed to the sunlight that penetrates the rear smaller opening of the cave and thus reflects and illuminates the sea in the cave in crystal blue light. The cave can be entered by a small paddle boat through a larger front entrance that has been pierced and made available to the public since 1884.

Brac, Milna – perfect place to rest and enjoy

The last day of sailing includes a visit to Brac, the largest island in Dalmatia. Brac is the place of the most famous pebble beaches, the most famous is Zlatni rat beach, whose pictures you can see on the covers of world travel magazines. Brac is also an ideal holiday island, but it is also an island that is extremely famous for its small, island-style stone houses, gastronomy consisting of Brac wines, olive oil and Dalmatian cuisine and small bays that are ideal for anchoring with boat. One of the most beautiful bays on Brac, which you will visit as part of this excursion, is Milna bay. Milna will delight you with its crystal clear sea, fishing lodges and rural architecture that stretches up the hills.

This three-day boat experience will leave you with memories of some of the most beautiful Croatian islands but also coves whose purity will be difficult to compare anywhere else. You will enjoy the deck, the Dalmatian cuisine, you will visit some of the most famous tourist attractions in the Adriatic, but the most important thing is that you will have your privacy.

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3 days private sailing to Hvar, Pakleni islands, Vis and Blue Cave

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Blue Cave

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Five kilometers southwest from island of Vis lies island ofBiševo. Biševo is famous for it’s many caves and jewel amongthem is Blue Cave which attracts attention from all around theworld. Blue Cave has two openings, smaller one throughwhich boat can pass (you will have to duck down whenentering) and wider one below the sea level through whichsunlight penetrates. As you can see in the pictures, sunlightilluminates Blue Cave in a beautiful blue glow. It is hard to believe it’s a natural lightining. Swimming and diving in thecave is truly an amazing experience. Due to the small depth ofthe cave (up to 16 meters) and underwater cracks, it is suitablefor divers too. The cave is absolutely beautiful and regularlylisted as a must see if you are in Dalmatia.

Island of Hvar

Regularly listed as one of the top 10 islands in the world, sunny island of Hvar is by far our most popular island with a good reason. Hvar is a unique island that offers everythingyou might to experience holiday of your dreams.

Hvar is located off the Dalmatian coast, lying between islandsof Brač on the north and Korčula on the south. Island isunusual since it has its own fresh water springs and it iscovered in lavander fields, olive groves, vineyards and pine forests. Except of agriculture, tourism has grown considerablyin last 15 years and is significant contributor to the island’seconomy. Since then it has increased number ofaccomodation, restaurants, cafés and marinas. Hvar is alwaysincluded in one of the busiest Adriatic sailing routes becauseof its location at the center of the Adriatic.

Beaches are mostly mix of pebbles and rocks usuallysurrounded by pine forests. A few sandy beaches can be foundon north side of the island. Whichever beach you decide for, you will find perfect, transparent and clean sea.

In last few years nighlife has flourished and there is alwayssomething going on. From parties that last all night long to countless events, including galleries and museum expositions. Number of young tourists has increased thanks to populatirtyof summer clubs. If you are looking for a party spot, big beachclubs, pools, animation, international DJs this is place to be.

Hvar also offers quiet cafés where you can enjoy listeningslow music or reading daily newspapers. Some of the bestrestaurants can be found on Hvar which suit all budgets andtastes. In Croatia, Hvar is known for its great gourmet offer,because of high quality ingredients with an emphasis on fabulous seafood  and seasonal products.

However, you can enjoy other activities, too. You can exploreHvar Town’s medieval Old Town built in 15th and 17th centuries by Venetians. Some tourists decide to sampleexcellnet local wines in many wineries. In a last few yearstourists have discovered beautiful lavender fields and there i san actual annual lavander festival held in early summer. However, about the most popular outdoor activity is the one you can read about in next paragraph.

Pakleni islands

Beautiful place to visit Pakleni islands are located on thesouthwest of the island of Hvar. Name is popularly translatedas Hells’ islands. Pakleni islands consists of main island ofSveti Klement or Veliki otok (Big island). Sveti Klements hasthree settlements, Palmižana, Momica Polje and Vlaka.

Pakleni islands are famous for its numerous bays, sandybeaches and coves. Sea is beautifully warm and crystal clear. Although more popular locations might be crowded, but if youprefer peace, it wouldn’t be difficult to find a more secludedbeach where you may enjoy a more private swim. This isdefinitely must see place because you will be talking about itfor a very long time and you will want to return as soon as possible. Pakleni islands are definitely worth checking out!

This tour includes hotel pick up and drop off (times can vary, by your own preference), insurance and fuel cost.

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Stiniva beach is one of the most famous Croatian beaches, and it is located on the island of Vis near the place of Marinje Zemlja. The beach is a small narrow bay about 600 meters long and about 100 meters wide on both sides. Because of its specificity and exceptional attractiveness, this beach has been named one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Its specificity is enriched by the two unreachable large rock cliffs that surround it on both sides, which give it isolation, and the beach is also made by fishing houses at the bottom of the bay, as well as catering facilities. All this together makes for a wonderful nature reserve that is protected to preserve the beauty of this beautiful bay. Stiniva can be reached on foot, however, the best and easiest access to this beach is by boat.

Stiniva is an extremely attractive tourist destination for tourists staying on the island of Vis, divers who come because of the attractiveness of the underwater world near the bay, but also for boat excursions. Our Blue Cave Tour gives you an unforgettable experience of visiting the Croatian islands, including the island of Vis and swimming in the most famous bay of Stiniva.

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There are a few things to take into consideration, for one, you will spend a portion of your day on a speed boat. The longest time you will be on a speed boat is in the morning around 7:30 AM while travelling to the Blue cave, in the early morning the sun will not be as strong, even in the summer. However, for the rest of the tour, it is always advised to bring sunscreen and sunglasses. If you are taking a hat with you, make sure that it won’t fly away during our travels. If you are travelling with us during pre or postseason, you won’t have to worry about the chilly wind as we have prepared wind jackets for our guests. Life jackets are also available to ease people’s worries. We have been organizing the Blue cave tour for many years and never had any complications, but we understand our visitors concerns and will do everything in our power to make our guests feel comfortable.

If you suffer from motion sickness, we advise that you take appropriate medication, usually our guests have no problems during the tour, even if they’re prone to seasickness. If you feel that motion sickness medication would help on this journey, just take it before the tour and make sure you have water with you. Our boat is designed to glide along the waves, so there will be no ‘’crashing’’ into any waves. On that note, if you are travelling somewhere for a full day it’s always best to bring some beverages and snacks. You will visit the following towns on our travels: Komiža, Hvar and Milna. All of these towns have restaurants, café bars and markets so there is no need to pack heavily.

With all boat trips from Split, most people are very keen on the swimming part. We will be visiting some beaches such as Stončica and Stiniva, however you can also swim at the town beaches in Komiža and Hvar. Swimming is not mandatory, but we do advise to bring swimsuits, towels and a change of clothes, after all you might not be able to resist the clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, so why take any chances.

If you have any questions or worries, we are always available via our website. We hope this article will help you prepare for your Blue cave tour from Split, it’s an adventure everyone should experience while visiting Croatia.

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