Things to do in Hvar
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Hvar to Blue Cave & Vis: Speedboat Tour with SnorkelingYou’ll set off from Hvar by speedboat with a small group, stopping to swim in hidden coves and explore the famous Blue Cave on Biševo island with a local guide. There’s time for snorkeling at Budikovac Island, plus a relaxed lunch stop right by the water (not included). Expect laughter, salty air, and moments that stick with you long after you’re back on land.
Hvar: Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands Speedboat with SwimYou board a speedboat at 10:30 in Hvar's main port and visit the Green Cave by swimming or small boat, spend an hour at Stiniva Cove (a cliff-backed beach), enter Biševo's glowing Blue Cave, explore a skipper-chosen hidden bay, and finish at Palmižana beach in the Pakleni Islands before returning at sunset. Snorkels, water and skipper are included; cave entries cost extra and are subject to weather.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Blue Cave and several other swimming spots in one day without renting a boat or figuring out logistics yourself—the skipper handles navigation, timing and route changes based on weather and crowds, which is what keeps the day flexible instead of rigid.
Hvar & Pakleni Islands: Boat Tour with Red Rocks SwimYou’ll ride along Hvar’s coast with a local crew, swim beneath dramatic Red Rocks, snack on fruit under open sky, and drift between two peaceful Pakleni Island bays. Expect laughter, salty air, and moments you’ll replay long after you’ve rinsed off the sea.
Hvar: Blue Cave & Green Cave Swimming Tour with SnorkelingYou swim in two sea caves, snorkel at a lagoon, relax on a remote beach, and visit five island stops in one full day. Snorkeling gear and water are included, and the guide handles the route and timing. The boat leaves from Hvar town and returns there in the evening.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see the Adriatic's most famous sea caves and swim at multiple island stops without arranging your own boat. Plan for a full day on the water with several entries and exits from the boat—that's what makes visiting five islands in one trip possible.
Hvar: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Speedboat Tour with SnorkelingYou board a speedboat in Hvar and visit five islands and two sea caves in one day, including the famous Bisevo Blue Cave at the hour when the light turns the water electric blue. You swim at Stiniva Cove and Budikovac Island, snorkel in a turquoise lagoon, and have lunch and free time in the Pakleni Islands. The skipper handles navigation and timing; you bring sunscreen and a willingness to be on the water for most of the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main Adriatic highlights — the Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, and the Pakleni Islands — in one day without renting a car or buying separate ferry tickets. The speedboat and fixed itinerary mean you hit five places and have time to swim at each one, which is what makes a full-day island tour possible from Hvar.
Half-day sailing Hvar and Pakleni islands: small group yachtA half-day sailing tour from Hvar on a comfort yacht with a maximum of 8 guests, departing morning or afternoon. The route goes to the Pakleni islands with two swim stops in protected bays, plus a safety briefing at the start and a professional skipper guiding the whole experience. Children from age 1 are welcome; bring your own food and drinks.Is it for me?Reach secluded islands by water and swim in two different bays without the rush—your small group gets the skipper's full attention and a flexible route that adapts to conditions.
Snorkeling Hvar: Red Rocks, Pakleni Islands & Private BoatA private boat snorkeling tour from Hvar explores the Red Rocks, Dubovica Beach, the Green Lagoon and Pakleni Islands over 8 hours, with a local captain, snorkeling gear and hotel pickup included. The boat size and group limit vary by vessel — choose from five options ranging from 8 to 14 passengers. The itinerary is fully customizable: you decide which stops matter most and how long to stay at each one.Is it for me?Book the smaller vessel if your group wants to explore shallow coves and hidden bays; choose the larger boat if you prefer a more stable platform for less confident swimmers.
Hvar: Blue Cave, Green Cave & Vis Island Private Boat TourYou board a private boat in Hvar and spend the day swimming in the Blue and Green caves, exploring Stiniva Cove's collapsed-cave cliffs, and snorkelling at Budikovac Island's lagoon. Lunch happens in a secluded bay accessible only by boat. Snorkelling gear and a skipper are included; the route adjusts to what you want to do — cliff jump, relax, or mix both. You return to Hvar in the afternoon or evening depending on how long you book.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the caves and coves around Hvar and Vis without arranging a group tour or renting your own boat — the skipper handles navigation and knows which spots work best depending on conditions and what you want to do that day.
Hvar Island: Self-Guided E-Bike Tour with Fortress & VillagesYou’ll pedal past lavender fields and through silent stone villages on Hvar Island’s self-guided e-bike tour, pausing for fortress views and swims at pebbled beaches. Taste local food in seaside Milna and let your route unfold at your pace—with maps, helmets, and bike gear included so you can just focus on what catches your eye next.
Hvar: Cycle Tour Stari Grad, Vrboska & Jelsa with Wine CellarYou’ll cycle from Stari Grad through ancient plains, quiet fishing villages like Vrboska, and shady pine forests to Jelsa—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Taste homemade wine in a family cellar, pause for coffee in sunlit squares, and feel Hvar’s rhythms up close.
Hvar to Blue & Green Cave: Private Day Trip by SpeedboatYou’ll ride a private speedboat from Hvar with a local skipper, swimming at Budikovac Island and exploring both the Blue & Green Caves (tickets extra). Relax over lunch on Pakleni Islands’ sandy beach before cruising back—with plenty of time to soak up sun, sea air, and those unreal colors.
Hvar eTuk Tuk tour: lavender fields and stone villagesAn electric tuk-tuk tour of Hvar starting from your hotel, visiting the abandoned stone village of Malo Grablje, the lavender fields that define the island, and ending at Fortica Fortress overlooking the town. Your guide speaks English, German or Croatian, points out the viewpoints worth stopping for, and includes a honey tasting sample along the way. Entrance to the fortress costs extra if you go inside.Is it for me?Choose this if you're traveling solo or with one other person and want to reach lavender fields and villages that regular tour buses can't access—the eTuk Tuk's size opens narrow roads and keeps stops intimate.
Hvar & Pakleni Islands: Kayak Rental with Snorkeling GearYou’ll start right from Hvar’s harbor with all your kayak gear sorted — life jackets, dry bags for your stuff, even snorkeling masks if you want them. Paddle across clear water to Pakleni Islands at your own pace, stop at quiet beaches or swim under shady pines, then head back whenever you’re ready. It’s freedom with just enough guidance to feel safe.
Snorkeling Hvar: Pakleni Islands & Red Cliffs private boatA private boat tour from Hvar to the Pakleni Islands, Red Cliffs and South Shore beaches, with snorkeling gear, guide and seven hours of swimming stops. Your skipper Gordan navigates to hidden coves and a sea cave with a tall ceiling and tiny beach inside, plus optional swims at Dubovica beach (which has a snorkeling cave of its own) and Zaraće beach. Water and ice are on board; lunch can be arranged at a family restaurant in Mlini bay, though it costs extra.Is it for me?The boat departs from Hvar port itself, so you don't need a car or transport to the marina—pickup and drop-off are included. If you're staying in town or arriving by ferry, this settles the logistics and puts you on the water within the morning, swimming at stops a larger tour boat cannot reach.
Hvar Blue & Green Cave Tour: Stiniva Beach, Palmižana LunchYou’ll speed across the Adriatic from Hvar to swim in Vis’s Green Cave, float beneath Stiniva’s cliffs, and watch sunlight turn Biševo’s Blue Cave electric blue—all with a local guide who knows every cove. Lunch at Palmižana Bay lets you unwind before heading back salty-haired and sun-warmed.
Hvar: Island Tour with Wine & Olive Oil TastingYou’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.
Hvar: Eco Tuk Tuk Tour to Lavender Fields & Abandoned VillagesYou’ll ride an eco tuk tuk from Hvar town into quiet hills scented with wild lavender, guided by a local who knows every twist in the road. Walk through abandoned villages where history lingers in stone walls, breathe in Adriatic views from high above, and end your day with memories that feel both peaceful and oddly personal.
Hvar Wine Tasting: Small Group, Winery Visit & TastingA small-group wine tasting on Hvar begins with pickup from your hotel or the ferry port, then a scenic drive across the island to the Dalmatian region's most important wine area. You visit a working winery with a guide, taste local wines including Plavac Mali—the indigenous grape of the region—and learn how the island's strong wind and sun shape the harvest. The experience lasts 2.5 hours and includes the driver, tasting, and olive oil sampling.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want the tasting before lunch, or the afternoon slot if you prefer a late-day activity—both work the same way, and the pickup from your hotel or ferry port means you don't need to find the winery or arrange your own ride across the island.
Blue and Green Cave Speedboat Tour Snorkel Four IslandsA 7-hour speedboat tour from Hvar Town visits the Blue Cave, Green Cave, Stiniva Beach, Budikovac Island and the Pakleni Islands with snorkeling equipment and an English-speaking guide included. The boat departs Hvar Town and returns there the same day; you swim and snorkel at each stop, entering sea caves lit by reflected sunlight and exploring turquoise lagoons. Bottled water is provided; food and drinks are not.Is it for me?The tour runs for 7 hours on the water with swimming at every stop, so it suits travelers comfortable with a full day of boat time and multiple water entries. If you want to see sea caves and island lagoons but do not want to rent your own boat or navigate the Adriatic yourself, the guide and the fixed itinerary handle both.
Hvar Wine Tour: Private Tasting at Duboković WineryA private wine tour of Hvar that starts with a scenic drive through inland villages, lavender fields, and the protected Greek-era settlement of Hora, then moves to Duboković winery in Jelsa for a tasting of award-winning red wines and macerated olive oils in the winemaker's family cellar. The tour includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, wine tasting, bottled water, and three hours on the island. Minimum age is 18.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the island's history and winemaking story without translation. This works for anyone who wants to understand what they're tasting instead of just moving through a list.
