Hike and Swim Croatia – Summer walking tour

Start the day with a transfer to the Krka National Park. Walk along the network of forest pathways, cross wooden bridges at the waterfalls of Skradinski Buk, visit watermills and the restored complex of small stone houses and workshops.  Continue to Roški Slap, where a lunch or picnic break is planned. Following the visit to the national park, we depart for the historic town of Šibenik to see its main attractions such as UNESCO protected St. James’s Cathedral. 

PLEASE NOTE: Today’s activity is part of a guided tour that departures from Split. The tour includes transportation, guide accompanying the tour group, entrance tickets. The tour lasts from 8AM till 7PM. 

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  exploring and walking through Krka NP and Šibenik town, duration 2 h walk  

Destinations visited: National Park Krka and Šibenik 

Accommodation: 3* or 4* B&B in Split 

Start the day with a ride on the morning public ferry to the island Brač. Besides tourism and olive oil production, Brač is particularly famous for its special white building stone. Since ancient times this stone was used in construction and examples can be seen all over the world, for example the entire Diocletian’s Palace in Split as well as parts of the White House and many other sites were built with Brač stone. Therefore, stone masonry and stone quarrying are still present on the island.

You can choose between a couple of hiking options and walk past numerous olive groves, traditional fishermen villages, stone walls and quarries, beautiful coves and pebble beaches. Both walking options include nice coastal parts where you might want to take a dip in the crystal-clear sea of Brač before riding the ferry back to Split. 

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  13 or 16 km  , duration 3 - 5 h walk  

Destinations visited: Island Brač, its coastal villages and coves  

Accommodation: 3* or 4* B&B in Split 

Pack your luggage and leave for the remote island Vis, the furthest inhabited Dalmatian island that was founded by Dionysius of Syracuse and the Greeks as their colony under the name Issa in the 4th century BC. Most of the island was closed for foreign visitors until 1989 due to the fact that it was an important Yugoslav military base. Even today, Vis is still mysterious and the traditional and authentic way of island lifestyle has remained intact. 

The walk today is relatively easy, it goes along the bay of Vis where you will have many swimming opportunities. Walk past the Roman baths from the 2nd century and Fort George that was built by the Royal Navy and named after the British King, King George III. You might want to have a cocktail in the lounge bar overlooking the beautiful bay.  Continue to the submarine military tunnel that was built by the Yugoslav army as part of their military base. Return to the town centre and explore the east part of the bay. 

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  10 or 16 km, duration 2 - 4 h walk  

Destinations visited: Island Vis, bay and town of Vis

Accommodation: 3* or 4* B&B in Vis

The hike today takes you to the hills above Vis bay where you will enjoy beautiful views over the bay, continue to walk past agricultural lands in the island’s interior through olive groves, vineyards and fig plantations. Fig is the main ingredient of the authentic delicacy Hib, which is a must try while on the island. Not for nothing was Vis named “Croatia’s top destination for gastronomes” by the Lonely planet guide. In the afternoon there are optional tours to the fishermen village Komiža, the Blue Cave on Biševo or sailing/stand up paddle tours to the eastern Vis archipelago. Enjoy your evening in Vis, take a romantic and relaxing walk along the waterfront and have a glass of wine while tasting the island's cuisine that has a unique spirit and flavour.

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  7 km, duration 2 - 3 h walk  

Destinations visited: inland of Island Vis

Accommodation: 3* or 4* B&B in Vis 

Enjoy a scenic boat transfer to your next island – Hvar. After you disembark in the port walk and explore the old town of Hvar. There is a lot of history in this town, but most evident is the Venetian influenced architecture that is reflected in the town’s layout even today. Discover one of the most romantic piazzas in the Mediterranean, check out Europe’s oldest municipal theatre and walk to the hilltop fortress Španjola from the 13th century. If you want to add some more distance, continue along the pine forest and olive groves to the Napoleonic Fort, from where you will have great views over Hvar’s archipelago. If you prefer to rest from walking today, other activities are at your disposal: sea kayaking or sailing tour, swimming and exploring Pakleni Islands situated just in front of Hvar, exploring local beaches or just mingling with the locals in the town’s square and watching the world go by.

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  5 or 9 km, duration 2 - 4 h walk  

Destinations visited: town Hvar, Španjola fortress 

Accommodation: 3* or 4* B&B in Hvar  

The walk today starts from a former shepherds’ settlement that is famous for its lavender and rosemary oil production. Passing by lavender fields, ancient stone walls and traditional villages you arrive to the south coast of the island from where you continue the walk along the coastal rocky path. The turquoise sea will be calling you, so make sure you pack your swim suit. The evening is at your disposal, enjoy coffee or gelato at the main square and watch the world go by. Check out historical sites dating back to the 7th century, the Venetian loggia and oldest public theatre in Europe.  

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  12 km, duration 3 - 4 h walk  

Destinations visited: lavender fields of Hvar, pebble beaches  

Accommodation: 3* or 4* B&B in Hvar  

The tour ends today after breakfast in Hvar town. 

Meals: B 

Walking distance:  -  

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