Hvar: Island Tour with Wine & Olive Oil Tasting

Hvar’s old roads, family cellars and a taste of the island

You’ll wander Hvar’s winding old roads, pause at hilltop views above town, sample rare wines and herb-infused olive oils inside a family cellar in Jelsa, and meet locals who love sharing their stories as much as their harvests. Expect easy pickup and drop-off plus those small sensory moments that stay with you long after you leave.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hvar island tour with tastings

• Start from Hvar town
• Visit Napoleon fortress viewpoint
• Drive through villages and lavender fields
• Stop at St. Roko’s Chapel viewpoint
• Wine and olive oil tasting at Duboković Winery
• Return to hotel via new road

The experience

I didn’t expect to be out of breath before we’d even tasted any wine, but that first stop at the Napoleon fortress above Hvar town did it. I mean, 250 meters up sounds like nothing until you’re standing there, wind tugging at your shirt, looking down at the tangled streets and the islands scattered like coins. Our guide, Toni, pointed out the Paklinski islands and told us how locals used to signal each other with mirrors from up here. I tried to picture it, sunlight flashing across the water, but mostly I just felt small in a good way.

The drive inland is where Hvar really surprised me. The old road twists through stone walls and sleepy villages. We passed lavender fields that weren’t quite in bloom yet (Toni joked they’re always late when you want to show them off), but you could still catch hints of something herbal on the breeze if you cracked a window. At St. Roko’s Chapel we stopped again, not for long, just enough time to stretch our legs and stare out over Stari Grad Plain. It’s a UNESCO site but honestly it just looked peaceful, all those little plots divided by ancient lines. Someone’s dog barked in the distance. Otherwise it was quiet.

Ivo Duboković met us at his winery in Jelsa. He shook my hand with both of his, which made me laugh because I never know what to do with my other hand in those moments. His cellar is more like a cave than anything fancy: cool air, stone walls, bottles stacked every which way. We tried his Medvid red first (I’m not a wine expert but even I could tell it was special) and then he brought out these tiny spoons of olive oil flavored with wild herbs and citrus peel. The rosemary one kind of knocked me sideways. I keep thinking about that taste days later. Ivo told stories about vines up near St. Nicolas peak that are older than most people’s grandparents. He seemed proud but also sort of shy about it.

The ride back was quicker (new road this time), everyone a bit quieter maybe from the wine or maybe just full from all those flavors lingering on our tongues. Pickup and drop-off were easy, no stress there. Anyway, if you want a day trip from Hvar town that feels more like visiting someone’s home than ticking off sights, this is probably it.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle, entry fees for all stops along the route through Hvar island’s central villages and viewpoints, guided tastings of local wines and aromatized olive oils at Duboković Winery in Jelsa (with plenty of bottled water), plus all taxes covered so you can just relax into each moment without worrying about logistics.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00 and 16:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 34 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

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Top questions

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 does the Hvar wine & olive oil tour last?

The tour takes most of the day including stops for tastings and sightseeing before returning to your hotel.

Is hotel pickup included on this Hvar day trip?

Yes, pickup from your accommodation is included for convenience.

What wineries are visited during this tour?

You’ll visit Duboković Winery in Jelsa with tastings led by owner Ivo Duboković.

Are food or snacks provided during the tasting?

You’ll taste several local wines along with a variety of aromatized olive oils at the winery.

Does the tour visit any UNESCO sites?

Yes, there’s a stop overlooking Stari Grad Plain which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Is this tour suitable for children or infants?

The tour welcomes all ages. Infants can use strollers or specialized seats if needed.

What is included in the price of this Hvar wine tour?

The price covers bottled water, all fees and taxes, wine tasting, olive oil tasting, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.

How many people are on each tour group?

This is typically a small-group experience so everyone can enjoy personal attention during tastings.