Dalmatian Coast Self Guided Hiking Tour 2026

Welcome to Split, a 1,700-year-old Roman town. Meet our representative in the morning for a briefing regarding your walking tour along the Dalmatian coast and islands. Start your walk along the coast, passing by a couple of beautiful bays and beaches, following the trail which will lead you to Marjan Park-forest, a popular recreation place for the citizens of Split. Discover many charming churches and paths with amazing views of Split, the sea, and the nearby islands. Later in the evening, we suggest you continue your walk and discover the old walls and basements of Diocletian’s Palace, as well as numerous cafés and restaurants serving fresh Mediterranean food. Overnight in Split.

Hiking Distance: 7km (Short Loop) / 14km (Long Loop) + exploring old town; 3hrs / 5hrs + 2hrs city walk
Elevation Gain: 180m
Highlights: Split, Marjan Park-forest, local beaches, green and fish market, Diocletian’s Palace

After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day with the boat ride from Split to Brač Island. Once you arrive on the island, you will have the option for a west side loop, which will take you along olive groves, the laid-back 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 and quiet coastal paths, discovering the ancient Greek and Roman ruins and sleepy fishing villages. One of the trademarks of Brač Island is 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 like an exhibition of the fine stonework. What to do in the late afternoon is up to you – you can either spend your time at one of the many beaches surrounding Supetar or discover historical sites and local culture before returning to Split. Overnight in Split. (B)

Hiking/Walking Distance: 16km (West Side Loop) / 14km (from Lovrečina); 4.5hrs / 3hrs 
Elevation Gain: 190m / 140m
Highlights: Brač Island, olive groves, fisherman villages, coastal paths 

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we depart for our visit to our 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, and charming villages and towns are just some of the highlights this island offers to its visitors. 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 in 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, olive groves, and discover charming, hidden beaches with turquoise sea colours, before arriving in Hvar Town. In the afternoon, treat yourself to a well-deserved coffee or aperitif at one of the numerous bars in the Venetian-style piazza of Hvar Town before dinner. Overnight in Hvar. (B)

Hiking/Walking Distance: 12km; 3-4hrs
Elevation Loss: 310m
Highlights: Inland villages of Velo and Malo Grablje, lavender fields, south coast of the island, secluded beaches with turquoise sea, Hvar Town 

This morning, after breakfast, we suggest you take a stroll to Fortica Španjola – the fortress located on the hill above Hvar Town, where the latest renovations were done in the 16th century. A hike to the fortress will give you unforgettable panoramic views of the city, its surroundings, and the Pakleni Islands. Located in the fortress, there is also a museum with a collection of amphorae and other antique exhibits from the Middle Ages. If you are interested in some real beach time, you can take a taxi boat to the Pakleni Islands, a small but beautiful archipelago located right in front of Hvar Town, where 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. Overnight in Korčula. (B)

Hiking/Walking Distance: 2-3km; 2hrs
Elevation Gain: 100m
Highlights: Hvar Town, Fortica fortress, optional visit to the Pakleni Islands, Korčula Town  

Today, we are going to explore the Island Korčula. The island is considered to be the hometown of Marco Polo, the famous world traveller and the place where his Silk Road began. Korčula used to be a Greek colony, dating back to the 4th century and known as Korkyra Melaina (Black Korčula). Nowadays, the island is famous for the production of the best Croatian white wines – Pošip and Grk. The hike today, will take you through the nature park with some amazing rock formations and wildlife. The walk itself is very relaxing, in an unusual but very pleasant landscape for the Dalmatian karst region. The area contains dolomite rock formations and is very densely forested. The hike through the nature park will lead you to the ancient Napoleon path. You will be walking along olive groves, small vineyards, and paths surrounded by sage, oregano, and other healthy herbs. The hike ends in the village of Pupnat, where you will have the option to enjoy a unique lunch prepared by the Farac family. Most of the ingredients they use in meals grow or are grown in the fields you walked through. You can spend the afternoon in the town of Korčula and explore its cobblestone streets, whitewashed buildings, and other architectural masterpieces made in Gothic and Renaissance style. Overnight in Korčula. (B)

Hiking/Walking Distance: 11.5-23km; 2.5hrs / 4hrs
Elevation Gain: 360m
Highlights: Nature Park of Korčula, Korčula Town, Pupnat village  

Breakfast at the hotel. The morning begins with a short boat ride to Pelješac Peninsula and the town of Orebić. The town itself was founded in the 15th century as part of the Republic of Dubrovnik (Ragusa). As it was famous for seamen and its maritime tradition, there are many charming stone houses (villas) of the once-famous sea captains you can see even today in Orebić. Your hike starts from Orebić, going along the southern slopes of Mt. Ilija, where you will pass by secluded vineyards, the old Franciscan Monastery, and enjoy great views of Korčula and the Pelješac archipelago. Once you reach the coast, 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. En route, pass through Ston, where you will have the chance to discover the second-longest city walls in Europe, the ancient saltworks, and the important role this area played in the 14th century for the Republic of Dubrovnik. After a short break, you will set off to the “Pearl of the Adriatic” – the town of Dubrovnik, where you will spend the last evening of your tour. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B)

Hiking/Walking Distance: 9km + 4km Ston walls; 2hrs + optional Ston walls walk: 1km  
Elevation Gain: 226m
Highlights: Pelješac Peninsula and Dubrovnik

Today, after breakfast, you can go for a walk in the old town of Dubrovnik, with its 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. (B)