Island hopping (6 Islands) private tour from Trogir or Split

The best part of this 11-hour private boat day is the freedom to balance famous places with quieter swimming stops. You visit six islands and coastal spots, from the Blue Lagoon and Hvar to Maslinica, the Pakleni Islands, and Milna on Brač, with time built in for swimming, lunch, and wandering ashore.

I like the small private group of up to seven and the way the skipper can adjust the day. I also like that snorkeling gear, bottled water, fuel, safety equipment, and wind jackets are included. The main drawback is the price if your group is small, plus lunch and drinks are not covered.

• Six stops in one long day: See Čelica, the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica, the Pakleni Islands, Hvar, and Milna.
• A private boat for up to seven: Your group does not share the charter with strangers.
• Time for real swimming: The Blue Lagoon and Pakleni Islands each allow you to slow down and get in the water.
• A flexible schedule: The skipper can alter the order or pace to suit your group and the day.
• Useful boat extras included: Snorkeling equipment, water, fuel, wind jackets, and safety gear come with the tour.
• A good full-day value for a full group: At $1,067.24 per boat, the cost works best when divided among six or seven people.

Six Dalmatian Stops in One Private Day

This tour is built for people who want a lot from a single day on the Adriatic. You leave at 8:00 a.m. from Split or Trogir and return to the same meeting point after roughly 11 hours.

That early start matters. Six stops require a full schedule, and some places are meant for a quick look while others receive a full hour or two. You are not getting a slow, lazy day at one beach. You are getting a broad taste of the coast, with time divided between swimming, village walks, lunch, and sightseeing.

The private format changes the feel of the trip. Your group of up to seven has the whole boat, so you do not need to match the pace of a larger excursion. If your group wants more time in a bay, less time in a village, or a quicker visit to Hvar, the skipper can adjust the day when conditions allow.

One review praised skipper Joshep for finding peaceful bays and changing the plan to suit the group. That is the quality to look for here: not a rigid checklist, but a skipper who can make sensible choices on the water.

Čelica Lighthouse: A Short First Stop

The first stop is Čelica island, where you see its lighthouse. The visit lasts about 15 minutes, so think of it as a brief photo and orientation stop rather than a full island visit.

That short pause gives the day a gentle start. You get out on the water, see a small coastal landmark, and continue toward the Blue Lagoon. Since there is no admission fee, there is no extra cost to account for.

Do not expect a long walk or a detailed tour of the lighthouse. The value is visual and practical: it breaks up the ride and gives you an early look at the islands before the first proper swim.

Blue Lagoon and Krknjaši Bay: Your First Long Swim

The Blue Lagoon at Krknjaši Bay receives about an hour. This is one of the main water stops, with time for swimming and snorkeling in a well-known Croatian beach setting.

Snorkeling equipment is provided, which saves you from packing your own mask and gear. Bottled water is also on the boat, a useful touch during a warm day with several hours outside.

An hour is enough for a good swim, but it is not a whole beach afternoon. If swimming is a priority for you, this is one of the places where you will want to use your time well. The tour also includes a longer two-hour swimming stop later at the Pakleni Islands.

The Blue Lagoon is popular, so the experience may feel more about the water than solitude. The private boat gives you control over your group, but it does not make a famous bay private. That is worth keeping in mind if your ideal outing means complete quiet.

Maslinica on Šolta: Coffee and a Small Village Walk

Maslinica, on Šolta Island, is scheduled for about an hour. This old fishing village offers a change of pace from the open water and gives you a chance to have a morning coffee and walk around.

I like this stop because it adds local texture to a day that could otherwise become a string of beaches. You can stretch your legs, look around the harbor area, and enjoy a café break before returning to the boat.

The one-hour limit keeps the visit focused. You are not getting a full island tour or a long meal here. If you prefer historic streets and village life to swimming, you may wish this stop were longer. Still, it is a useful pause between water activities.

Pakleni Islands: Two Hours for Swimming and Lunch

The Pakleni Islands receive the longest stop, about two hours. The clear water and small bays make this the main relaxation block of the day, with time to swim, snorkel, and stop for lunch.

There are both traditional and modern restaurants in the bays, but lunch and drinks are not included. You should plan to pay for your own meal and beverages on the islands. The tour includes fuel and water on the boat, not restaurant costs.

This is also the stop most suited to a flexible group. You can spend the time in the water, settle into a bay, or combine swimming with lunch. The skipper’s ability to seek out calmer, more peaceful bays was a major strength in the available feedback, and this part of the day is where that judgment matters most.

Two hours sounds generous, but it goes quickly once you account for swimming, getting dry, and eating. If your group wants a proper sit-down lunch, keep the meal efficient. If swimming is more important, eat simply and make the most of the water.

Hvar Town: Two Hours on Shore

Hvar Town also receives two hours. This is your main chance to explore one of the Dalmatian Coast’s best-known towns, rather than simply looking at it from the sea.

You have free time to walk through the old town and visit Fortica Fortress, which offers a broad view from above. The fort is the key sightseeing option named for this stop, and the walk up gives you a different perspective from the waterfront.

Two hours lets you get your bearings and see the main sights, but it does not allow for a leisurely town visit, a long meal, and extensive shopping all at once. Choose your priorities before you step ashore. If the fort matters to you, head there first. If you would rather sit in town, you may need to skip the climb.

Hvar can also feel like a contrast to the smaller villages and swimming bays. You move from open water and quiet coves into a more developed town setting. That variety is part of the appeal, though people seeking only secluded beaches may find this stop less relaxing.

Milna on Brač: A Final Village and Wine Stop

The last scheduled stop is Milna on Brač Island, with about an hour to explore. Milna is described as a distinctive bay and fishing village, and you may also have time for wine tasting.

This is a pleasant way to finish the shore visits. After the bigger names of Hvar and the Pakleni Islands, Milna offers a smaller-scale setting. You can walk around, look at the harbor, and use the hour for a taste of village life.

The timing calls for restraint. An hour is enough for a short stroll and tasting, but not a full meal, extended shopping, and a long village tour. One piece of direct feedback singled out Milna as a good lunch stop, so your skipper may adjust the order or use it for food depending on the day.

The tour description gives the skipper room to customize, but it does not promise a particular restaurant or wine tasting arrangement. Treat those as possible parts of the stop, not fixed inclusions.

What the Private Boat Adds

The private charter is the central reason to choose this experience. You pay $1,067.24 for the boat, for up to seven people, rather than buying separate seats for a large shared group.

For seven people, that works out to about $152 per person. For four people, it is about $267 each. For only two people, the same charter becomes expensive. I would consider this tour strongest for a family, group of friends, or two related groups who can fill most of the boat.

A private group also makes the long day easier to manage. You can talk with the English-speaking skipper about swimming time, shore visits, and the order of stops. The supplied feedback specifically points to itinerary changes made for the group, including finding more peaceful bays and stopping in Milna for lunch.

That flexibility is not a guarantee that every request can happen. Weather, sea conditions, distance, and the fixed number of stops still shape the day. But it is more useful than a standard group trip where everyone follows the same clock.

What Comes With the $1,067.24 Price

The package includes the private boat, professional English-speaking skipper, fuel, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, full safety equipment, and wind jackets.

The wind jackets are especially practical. Even on a warm day, an open boat can feel cool when moving across the water. You should still dress for sun and swimming, but the jackets give you an extra layer when the boat is underway.

You pay separately for personal expenses, lunch, and drinks on the islands. That distinction matters because the tour includes several places where you may want to eat or stop for a drink. Budget for those costs before you set out.

The price is not a bargain for a small party. It becomes more reasonable when seven people share it, especially if you value a private schedule and the ability to adjust the plan. If you mainly want one beach and a short boat ride, this tour gives you more than you need. If you want six different stops in one day, the cost has a clearer purpose.

The Long Day Requires Some Stamina

An 11-hour boat excursion is demanding. You will spend much of the day in sun, wind, and motion, with shore stops breaking up the time.

The tour is not recommended for people with serious back problems or for children under two. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The tour is near public transportation, but the supplied details do not specify a particular pickup arrangement beyond the meeting point in Split or Trogir.

You should be comfortable getting on and off a boat, walking during the Hvar and village stops, and managing a busy schedule. The day includes several changes of setting, not long periods of rest.

Weather also matters. This activity requires good conditions. If poor weather cancels the trip, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time, but changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted.

Who Will Get the Most From This Tour

I would choose this for a group that wants variety and does not want to spend a vacation day arranging separate ferries, beach visits, and village stops.

It suits:

• Groups of friends who can share the cost among five to seven people
• Families with older children who can handle a full day
• Couples who strongly prefer a private boat and can accept the higher per-person price
• Swimmers who want several chances to get in the sea
• First-time visitors who want a broad introduction to the islands
• People who appreciate a skipper-led plan that can change with the day

I would think twice if you want a slow beach day, dislike boat travel, or prefer to explore one town in detail. Hvar gets two hours, and the villages receive about an hour each. This is a sampler with substantial swimming time, not an in-depth tour of any single island.

Should You Book the Six-Island Charter?

Book it if you have a near-full group, want a private boat, and like the idea of mixing swimming, villages, Hvar, and lunch in one ambitious day. The most valuable feature is not simply the number of stops. It is the ability to adjust the day with your skipper, as shown by the peaceful-bay and Milna lunch experience described in the feedback.

Skip it if your group is small and price matters, or if you would rather spend a whole day in one quiet bay. The schedule is full, lunch is extra, and six stops mean you will only get a short taste of several places.

For the right group, this is a practical way to cover a wide section of the Dalmatian Coast without sharing the boat with strangers. Just arrive ready for a long day, budget for food and drinks, and decide in advance which matters most to you: swimming, Hvar’s fort, village time, or a relaxed lunch.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts from either Trogir or Split. The start time is 8:00 a.m., and the activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 11 hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The private charter is for up to seven passengers. Only your group participates.

Are swimming and snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, full safety equipment, wind jackets, and fuel are included.

Are lunch and drinks included?

No. Lunch and drinks on the islands, along with personal expenses, are not included.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The activity requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor conditions, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund.