Dubrovnik Day Trip from Split: Private Car & Walking Tour

Split to Dubrovnik in a Day: Skip the Bus, Keep the Guide

You get picked up at your hotel, driven to Dubrovnik in a private car, guided through the old town for 90 minutes (or explore freely if you prefer), then have the afternoon free to eat and explore before returning to Split with photo stops along the way. No group, no schedule pressure, just the drive and the day on your terms.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day trip from Split to Dubrovnik

• Pick up at specified location
• Drive to Dubrovnik
• Guided walking tour of old town
• Free time to explore and relax
• Return drive to Split

The experience

Most people take the crowded coach from Split to Dubrovnik and spend half the day waiting in a parking lot. This one picks you up where you're staying, gets you there in a private car, and leaves the return timing to you instead of a schedule. The drive south along the Dalmatian coast takes about two hours each way, and your driver handles all of it. You just watch the limestone cliffs drop toward the sea.

Once you arrive in Dubrovnik, a guide meets you at the old town entrance and walks you through the main streets and squares for 90 minutes. You'll hear the history behind the stone walls and the narrow alleys, the kind of detail that makes the place click into focus instead of just looking postcard-pretty. If you'd rather skip the guided part and wander on your own, that's an option too. The choice is yours before you book. After the walking tour ends, the rest of the day is free. Lunch, a swim at Sveti Jakov Beach, sitting in a café watching the light change on the harbor, whatever you want.

On the way back to Split, the driver stops at a couple of scenic spots so you can stretch and take photos without feeling rushed. The whole day is just you and whoever's traveling with you, no group waiting, no one else's pace to match. Private transportation means the car's air-conditioned, the route is direct, and fuel and tolls are already paid.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Split location to Dubrovnik.
• fuel and tolls.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• 90-minute guided walking tour of Dubrovnik's old town (optional, you can explore independently instead).
• free time in Dubrovnik for lunch, swimming, or rest.
• scenic photo stops on the return drive to Split.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:55

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 40

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats available

Operated by Beautiful Day Private Tours & Transfers

Is this one for you?Pick this if you're staying in Split and want to see Dubrovnik without renting a car or joining a group bus: the private pickup and return timing mean you control the day instead of fitting into someone else's schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the drive from Split to Dubrovnik?

About two hours each way on the coastal road south through Dalmatia.

Is the walking tour included or optional?

It's optional. You can choose a 90-minute guided walk of the old town or explore on your own instead.

What time do I need to be ready for pickup?

Pickup time is arranged with you in advance at your specified location in Split.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation, fuel, tolls, and the air-conditioned vehicle. The walking tour is included if you choose that option.

How much free time do I have in Dubrovnik?

After the guided tour ends (if you take it), the rest of the day is yours. You return to Split whenever you're ready within the day trip window.

Are there stops on the way back?

Yes, the driver stops at a few scenic locations along the return route so you can rest and take photos.

Can I swim or visit Sveti Jakov Beach?

Yes, Sveti Jakov Beach is in Dubrovnik and you have free time to visit it during your afternoon in the city.

Is this suitable for families with young children?

Yes. Specialized infant seats are available, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels.