Elaphite Islands cruise from Dubrovnik: sailing, swimming, wine

Swim at three islands and sail back into the sunset with a glass of wine

An island-hopping cruise from Dubrovnik that sails along the city's Old Town walls and Lovrijenac fortress, then stops at three islands in the Elaphite archipelago for swimming and exploration. The boat carries bottled water, local red and white wine, and a choice of grilled fish, chicken or vegetarian lunch; you spend most of the day on Lopud, the largest island, where you can visit the monastery and rector's palace or walk to the popular Šunj beach. The return journey includes a sunset moment with wine on deck.

Step-by-step itinerary

Elaphite Islands and Dubrovnik cruise

• Swim, coffee, or walk on first island
• Visit summer house Skočibuha and swim
• Explore popular island and walk to Šunj beach
• Enjoy sunset cruise back to port

The Experience

The boat leaves Dubrovnik's port as a two-deck vessel with a qualified crew, and the first stretch is the reason most people book this tour: you sail directly along the walls of Dubrovnik Old Town and past Lovrijenac fortress, seeing the city from the water instead of from inside it. Cold juices and water are available throughout the ride, and the crew speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language.

The itinerary moves through three islands. The first stop is brief—time enough for a swim, a coffee or a short walk—before the boat reaches Šipan, one of the biggest islands in the archipelago, where you can visit the summer house Skočibuha and swim again. Lopud is where you spend most of the day. It's the most popular island in the Elaphites, and a short walk across it takes you to Šunj beach, one of the most visited spots in the chain. Lunch happens here: grilled fish with a choice of chicken or vegetarian alternatives, paired with local red or white wine.

The return to port is timed for sunset, when you're back on deck with a glass of wine as the light changes. The whole day runs seven hours. If you want a souvenir, the crew sells a Vivado reusable cup for €3 on board—you can keep it or return it for a full refund before you leave the boat.

What’s included

• Bottled water and local red and white wine throughout the cruise.
• grilled fish, chicken or vegetarian lunch.
• two restrooms on board.
• a qualified multilingual crew speaking English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Vivado

Is this one for you?Book this if your group wants a full day sailing together with swimming stops, lunch, and wine included—everything's coordinated so you stay with the same boat and crew rather than coordinating separate transport between islands.

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Top questions

What islands do you visit on the Elaphite Islands cruise from Dubrovnik?

The cruise stops at three islands in the Elaphite archipelago: a first island for swimming and a short walk, Šipan for visiting the summer house Skočibuha, and Lopud, where you spend most of the day and can walk to Šunj beach or visit the monastery and rector's palace.

Is lunch included on the Elaphite Islands cruise?

Yes, lunch is included and consists of grilled fish, chicken or a vegetarian meal, served with local red or white wine. Bottled water is also available throughout the day.

How long is the Elaphite Islands cruise from Dubrovnik?

The cruise lasts seven hours, starting with a sail past Dubrovnik's Old Town walls and Lovrijenac fortress, then moving through the three islands, and returning at sunset.

Can you swim on the Elaphite Islands cruise?

Yes, swimming is recommended at multiple stops, including the first island and Šipan, and you can reach Šunj beach on Lopud by taking a short walk across the island.

What facilities are on the boat?

The boat has two decks, two restrooms on board, and a qualified crew. Cold juices and water are available during the ride, and you can purchase a reusable cup for €3 if you want to keep your drinks with you.