Dubrovnik Countryside: ATV Tour, Arboretum & Brunch

Summary

Ride ATVs through quiet villages, taste homemade wine, see Dubrovnik’s hills

You’ll ride an ATV through Dubrovnik’s countryside with a local guide, stopping in tiny villages and up on rocky hills where you can see all the way to Zaton Bay. Taste homemade prosciutto, cheese, and wine at a family farm after touring an old olive oil mill — and maybe catch yourself smiling at something simple like laundry flapping in the sun.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel so small out there, honestly. We started in Orašac — this little village just outside Dubrovnik — and it was all stone houses and sleepy dogs at first. Our guide, Ivan, handed me a helmet and grinned like he knew I’d be nervous (he was right). The ATVs rumbled to life and suddenly we were bouncing down dusty tracks with wildflowers brushing our ankles. The air smelled like pine and something sweet I still can’t name.

Ljubač was even quieter than Orašac — just a handful of houses, some laundry flapping on a line. Ivan pointed out where his aunt lives (she waved from her garden), then told us about the old road built back in 1810 that never really got finished. He had this way of talking that made you want to listen; not too much history, just enough to make you look at the stones differently. We stopped at a high point only the ATVs could reach — I tried to take a photo but honestly it didn’t do the view any justice. You could see Zaton Bay curving away below us, sunlight flickering on the water.

After all that dust and wind, brunch felt like a reward. We sat under an olive tree at someone’s family farm (I think it was Ivan’s cousin?), eating prosciutto and cheese that tasted saltier than anything from home. There was homemade wine too — not fancy but warm going down — and they let us try fresh olive oil straight from an old wooden press. Someone’s grandma brought out soda for anyone who wanted it instead of wine. It felt good to just sit there for a bit, hands still buzzing from the ride.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV tour and countryside exploration

• Start adventure in Orašac village
• Explore Ljubač village and surroundings
• Visit elevated viewpoint over Zaton bay
• See 19th century unfinished road

Top questions

How long is the Dubrovnik countryside ATV tour?

The exact duration isn’t listed, but expect several hours including stops for brunch and sightseeing.

Is lunch included in the ATV tour?

Yes, traditional prosciutto and cheese brunch is included along with homemade wine or soda.

Do I need a driver’s license for the ATV?

Yes, drivers must have a valid driving license for this tour.

Are solo riders allowed or do I have to share an ATV?

You can choose between solo or shared ATV options when booking.

Is hotel pickup included?

No mention of hotel pickup; tour starts in Orašac village near Dubrovnik.

What should I wear for the ATV ride?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dusty; helmets are provided by the guide.

Is this tour suitable for kids or people with health issues?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues.

Will we visit any famous landmarks?

You’ll see panoramic views over Zaton Bay and visit an old olive oil mill; no major tourist sites but lots of local history.

What’s included

Your day includes an ATV ride through Dubrovnik’s countryside with a licensed local guide, stops at quiet villages like Ljubač, entry to an old olive oil mill with tasting, homemade prosciutto and cheese brunch with local wine or soda—all before heading back full (and probably still a little dusty).