Split to Dubrovnik and the Islands Croatia – 7 Days

Arrive in Split (we transfer you from the airport) and be met by one of the representatives on the ground to go through the next 7 days with you. See General Info for how to get to Split.

Walking: Easy 1 – 2 km

Accommodation: Split

After breakfast, you will walk to Split harbour from where you will take a catamaran to the town of Hvar. After arriving in Hvar and a short transfer to Velo Grablje you will start walking towards Hvar. You will start walking on the path that connects Velo Grablje and Malo Grablje village. Passing through old villages you’ll see traditional architecture. Small trails that lead you downhill by olive groves will get you to Malo Grablje where locals had the first lavender distillery and lavender was once the main product to export.
Continuing further down the trail are passing through Milna village meandering along pine trees and a wild Mediterranean garden takes you along the coast all the way back to the old town of Hvar.

Walking: Moderate / 12 km / 4 to 5 hrs

Elevation: +337 / -533m

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hvar

Once you have finished your breakfast you will take the passenger ferry to Korcula. Upon arrival you will have a short transfer to the village of Pupnat where you will start your walk towards Korcula. Korcula is the hometown of Marco Polo. It’s a town of storytelling and a perfect place to find yourself in it’s narrow streets.

Korcula transformed from a humble settlement in the 15th century due to the growth of stone carving during the 14th century driven by demand from master builders in Dubrovnik for high quality stone. Local workers working alongside the masters became skilled enough to establish their own workshops and began to receive orders from Dubrovnik. This helped the prosperity and growth of Korcula. You can enjoy your afternoon and the evening in this beautiful old city.

Walking: Moderate to challenging / 13.5km / 4 to 5 hrs
Elevation: +198 / -512m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Korcula in an ensuite room

The island Mljet is 37km long and about an average of 3.2km wide and is considered to be one of the most beautiful in all of Croatia. The National Park makes up most of the island, 84% of the island is forest and is also known as the “green island”. This is a great place to peacefully enjoy the pristine beauty of the natural surroundings of the Mediterranean (the entrance fee to the park can only be paid in person and is not included)

The day starts with a boat ride to Mljet and a walk from the town of Polace towards Montokuc and a magnificent view over the whole island.  There’s also an ancient Roman Palace, quaint villages, two large saltwater lakes, Veliko and Malo jezero and plenty of opportunities to take a swim.

Walking: Moderate / 15.7km / 4hrs
Elevation: +407 / -407m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mljet in an ensuite room

After breakfast, it is a short passenger ferry ride back to Dubrovnik. After checking into your hotel you will be transferred to the centre of Dubrovnik, where you will meet your local expert for the history and culture of Dubrovnik. A local guide will take you on a tour of up to 2 hours through the unique Old town which is under UNESCO World heritage protection. After the walking tour, you will have free time to explore the rest of town and back to the hotel on your own. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Meals: Breakfast

Walking: Easy walking tour of the city 5km+ / 2hrs

Accommodation: Dubrovnik in an ensuite room

In the morning after breakfast, you will take a boat from the port of Dubrovnik to either Lopud (the second ferry stop) or Sipan (the third ferry stop).

These days Lopud is a charming quiet place with fantastic beaches, with no cars or traffic and home to a permanent population of just under 300 Croatians. However, in the past, Lopud was a very important port, with great strategic importance. In the 17th century, it is said to have had a population of 14,000 people, mostly involved in seafaring. In the 18th to the early 20th centuries, it was part of the Republic of Dubrovnik, but before that, the French, English and Austrians all took turns in occupying this strategically located island.

The walk explores the island’s momentous maritime past via atmospheric ruins of a fortress, a palace, churches dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries and a restored Franciscan monastery.

If you decide to head further to Sipan, the largest Elafiti island you will disembark in Sudjuradj. Walk via the small town of Šipanska Luka and a larger villages of Sudjuradj. The track finds its way across fertile fields and olive groves.

During the 15th century, many of the wealthy Dubrovnik aristocrats built summer manors or palaces on Sipan, the Sorkocevic family mansion in Sipanska Luka is the standout. With 43 old churches and an array of other ancient buildings, it feels as though time has stood still on Sipan.

In the late afternoon, the walks will return to the port and the boat trip back to Dubrovnik.

Walking: Moderate / 9.5km / 2.5 to 3.5 hrs or 13 km / 3 to 4 hrs
Elevation: +316 / -316m or +252 / -255m

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Dubrovnik in an ensuite room

Your walk ends today after breakfast. We recommend staying for a few days to enjoy the region if you have the time. The transfer to the airport is included.

Meals: Breakfast