Split to Dubrovnik: Mostar & Family Lunch in Hardomilje

One family's kitchen, one river, one road from Split to Dubrovnik

You start at your Split hotel, drive to Mostar to walk the Old Bridge and bazaar, then head into the hills to a family home in Hardomilje village for a homemade lunch and time by the Trebižat River. The van takes you onward to Dubrovnik in the late afternoon. Hotel pickup, lunch, snacks, and transport are all included; the day runs full but doesn't feel rushed.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Pick up at hotel in Split
• Drive to Mostar
• Guided tour of Old Bridge area
• Free time for shopping and visiting
• Visit family home in Hardomilje village
• Enjoy local lunch with homemade delicacies
• See Trebižat River waterfalls
• Drive to Dubrovnik

The Experience

The Trebižat River runs so clear you can see the brown trout moving below the surface. That's the detail that stays with you after this day trip from Split — not the postcard views, though there are those, but the fact that you'll swim in water so clean it tastes like nothing, and then sit down to lunch in a village home where the food on your plate was grown in the garden you just walked through. The drive starts at your hotel in Split, heads inland toward Mostar, and doesn't rush.

Mostar's Old Bridge — the Stari Most — is the kind of landmark that photographs don't prepare you for; it's smaller than you expect and older-feeling, and the bazaar around it moves at its own pace. You get time to walk, to look, to buy something if you want. After that, the van takes you into the hills toward Hardomilje, a village where the family who runs this trip lives. They're not tour operators performing hospitality; they're people who decided to open their home and show how they actually eat. Lunch is homemade — the kind of meal that takes hours to make and tastes like it. The Trebižat River is right there, cold and swimmable in summer months if you brought a swimsuit.

The whole day is structured around two things: seeing the landmarks that matter (the bridge, the old town, the bazaar) and then stepping out of the tourist loop entirely for a few hours. You're back in the van by afternoon, heading toward Dubrovnik, arriving with enough daylight left to settle in. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't navigate the drive yourself; the driver is your guide for the day.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Split.
• private luxury van or minivan transport.
• professional driver-guide for the full day.
• guided sightseeing tour of Mostar's Old Bridge and Old Town bazaar.
• free time for shopping in Mostar.
• visit to the family home in Hardomilje village.
• homemade lunch with local specialties.
• access to the Trebižat River for swimming (summer months).
• snacks during the day.
• fuel surcharge.
• transport onward to Dubrovnik.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Private Tours Travel Agency

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see Mostar and reach Dubrovnik in one day without renting a car or piecing together transport — the fixed itinerary handles the driving and timing, and the stop at a family home gives you a real meal and a break from the usual tourist circuit.

Traveler reviews

5.00★★★★★★★★★★

5 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

How long is the drive from Split to Mostar?

The itinerary doesn't specify exact drive time, but Mostar is roughly 140 km inland from Split, so expect around 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic and stops.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is it?

Yes. Lunch is served at the family home in Hardomilje and consists of homemade specialties made from ingredients grown on the property — the family emphasizes organically grown food and traditional recipes.

Can children go on this trip?

Yes. Infants can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A child rate applies when a child shares the trip with two paying adults.

Is swimming in the Trebižat River included?

Swimming is available during summer months if you want to go in, but it's optional. Bring a swimsuit if you're interested.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Split; private van or minivan transport; driver-guide for the day; lunch at the family home; snacks; and fuel surcharge.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to Dubrovnik after the trip?

No. The van takes you from Hardomilje to Dubrovnik as part of the day trip, so transport is covered the whole way.

Is this trip suitable for people with mobility issues?

The itinerary notes it's suitable for all physical fitness levels, though the day involves walking through Mostar's Old Town and bazaar, and time in the village. If you have specific mobility concerns, confirm details before booking.

How many people travel together on this trip?

The reference content doesn't specify group size, but the vehicle is described as a luxury van or minivan, suggesting small groups rather than large coach tours.