Split & Trogir: Private Boat Tour to Hvar, Brač & Šolta Islands

Summary

Relaxed island hopping from Split with real local insights

You’ll set off from Split or Trogir with a local skipper who knows every curve of these islands—Hvar’s lively harbor, Brač’s quiet beaches, Šolta’s hidden coves. Swim where you want, eat fresh fish overlooking turquoise water, and let someone else handle the route for once. There’s space to relax or laugh with friends—and maybe you’ll come back thinking about that salty air long after.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private boat tour from Split and Trogir

• Start at Split or Trogir
• Explore Hvar coastline
• Relax at Robinson Beach, Brač
• Dine at Terasa Ciccio, Brač
• Visit Gornja Krušica Beach, Šolta

Top questions

How many people can join this private boat tour?

You can choose boats for 6, 10, or 11 people depending on your group size.

Which islands are included in this tour from Split?

The tour visits Hvar, Brač (including Robinson Beach), and Šolta (like Gornja Krušica Beach).

Is lunch included on this private boat trip?

No set lunch is included but you can stop at places like Terasa Ciccio on Brač for fresh local food.

Are snorkeling equipment and bottled water provided?

Yes, both are included during your day trip from Split or Trogir.

Can infants or small children join this boat tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller onboard.

Is pickup available for this private boat tour?

The tour starts from Split or Trogir docks; public transport options are nearby but hotel pickup isn’t specified.

What type of boats are available for booking?

You can choose between a 22 ft mid-sized boat (up to 6), a 24-27 ft speedboat (up to 11), or a luxury 33 ft yacht (up to 10).

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water and use of snorkeling equipment throughout your journey. You’ll have your choice of comfortable boats sized for your group—from mid-sized options for six up to larger speedboats or even a luxury yacht—and get a fully customizable itinerary led by an experienced local skipper who handles everything so you can just enjoy each island stop at your own pace.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, we almost missed the dock in Split because I got distracted by the smell of fresh bread from a bakery across the street. Our skipper, Luka, just grinned and waved us over—no stress at all. The boat (we picked the mid-sized one since it was just four of us) felt solid but not flashy, which I liked. There was this early-morning saltiness in the air that clung to my skin as we pushed off toward Hvar. Luka chatted about his childhood summers on Šolta Island while steering us out of the harbor—he made it sound like everyone here has some secret cove up their sleeve.

The sea was calmer than I expected for late spring. We stopped first at a little bay near Brač—Robinson Beach, I think? It’s quiet there except for gulls and distant laughter from another boat. The pine trees smelled sharp in the sun. I tried snorkeling but mostly floated around listening to my friend argue with Luka about who makes better rakija (I still don’t know). Lunch at Terasa Ciccio above the water was simple grilled fish and cold white wine; nothing fancy but somehow perfect after swimming. I probably had too much bread but nobody cared.

Šolta came later in the afternoon when things slowed down—Gornja Krušica Beach is pebbly and clear, hardly anyone around except two kids skipping stones. The light felt softer there, maybe because of the cliffs or just because we were tired. Luka pointed out a fisherman he knew and told us how octopus hides under rocks (I’m not sure if he was joking). On the way back to Trogir, I realized how easy it is to forget time out here—my phone stayed zipped away all day. That’s rare for me.