Island hopping (6 Islands) private tour from Trogir or Split

A private boat gives you a full day to move between swimming coves and island villages without having to follow a large group’s pace. The route links the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica, the Pakleni Islands, Hvar town, and Milna, with a lighthouse stop near Trogir to start.

I like two things in particular: you get time for both swimming and town visits, and the skipper can adjust the day to suit your group. Snorkeling gear, bottled water, fuel, and safety equipment are included, so the basics are covered.

The trade-off is the scale of the day. Six stops in about 11 hours means plenty of time on the water, but lunch, drinks, and personal expenses are extra. If you prefer a slow day in one place, this route may feel overfull.

The short version

• Private boat for up to seven: The listed price is per charter, not per person. At a full group of seven, it works out to about $152 per person before food and drinks.
• Six stops, varied pace: Expect a lighthouse, swim time, village visits, Hvar town, and more coves, rather than a full day on any one island.
• Swimming is built in: The Blue Lagoon and Pakleni Islands are the main stops for a swim and snorkel, and gear is provided.
• Two hours in Hvar: You have time to explore the old town and walk up to Fortica for a view over town.
• A skipper can alter the plan: A trip led by Joshep was adjusted to find calmer, quieter bays, with lunch in Milna. Confirm your assigned skipper and discuss priorities before departure.
• Food is on you: Lunch and island drinks are not included. There are restaurants at bays in the Pakleni Islands, and Milna is another possible lunch stop.

A long day from Trogir or Split

The tour starts at 8 am and lasts about 11 hours, returning to the meeting point where you began. It is a private outing, so only your group takes part. That matters on a busy coast: you are not trying to keep pace with a boatload of strangers, and you can tell the skipper what matters most to you.

The route has six stops, but the time on shore and in the water is only part of the day. The stated stop times add up to about seven hours and 15 minutes, leaving the rest for travel between places and the transitions that come with a full-day boat trip. Bring a little patience for the ride itself, especially if your group would rather linger than move on.

The charter price is $1,067.24 for up to seven people. Split among a full group, that is roughly $152 each, a fairer comparison than treating the price as a solo ticket. With fewer passengers, the per-person cost rises. Fuel is included, as are water and snorkeling equipment, but meals and drinks ashore are not.

First stop: the Čelica lighthouse

The day begins with a brief stop at Čelica island, where you see a lighthouse. It is listed for 15 minutes, so think of it as a quick opening pause rather than a major visit. The stop helps break up the trip and gives you a first taste of the islands before the longer swim and village stops.

There is no admission charge. Keep expectations in proportion to the time: the main value is the short look and the chance to get settled into the day, not an extended walk or tour.

Blue Lagoon: an hour for swimming

Next comes Krknjasi Bay, also called the Blue Lagoon. You have about an hour here for swimming and snorkeling in the clear water. Snorkeling gear is supplied, which saves you from packing your own if you do not have it, though you may prefer to bring a personal mask if fit is important to you.

An hour is a useful first swim, but it is not a lazy half-day at the beach. If you want to float, snorkel, and dry off without watching the clock, remember that the route has several more stops. This is one reason to tell the skipper early if swimming matters more to your group than ticking off every planned visit.

Maslinica: coffee and a village pause

Maslinica, on Šolta, is described as an old fishing village and a good place for morning coffee and a short wander. The stop lasts an hour, enough to stretch your legs and get a feel for a different pace from the open-water stops.

This is a welcome change of scene. A boat day can otherwise blur into coves, swims, and more coves. Here, you can step ashore, have a coffee at your own expense, and explore a little before heading back out. Do not expect a long village visit: the schedule gives you an hour, and you still have the rest of the islands ahead.

Pakleni Islands: coves, swimming, and lunch options

The two-hour stop at the Pakleni Islands is one of the day’s longer breaks. The area is known for clear water and bays suited to swimming and snorkeling. Restaurants in the bays offer a chance to sit down for lunch, but the meal and drinks are not part of the charter price.

Two hours gives you more room to choose how to spend a stop. You can swim, relax by the water, or eat, though fitting in all three may depend on where the boat stops and how your group uses the time. Ask your skipper about the plan and restaurant options rather than assuming a particular bay or meal arrangement.

A previous outing with skipper Joshep included a change of plan to reach quieter, more peaceful bays. That is a useful example of what private charter flexibility can mean in practice, but it is not a guarantee that every day will follow the same route or that Joshep will be your skipper. If calm swimming spots are a priority, say so at the start.

Hvar town: two hours ashore

The tour allows two hours in Hvar town, on Hvar island. You can explore the old town and walk up to Fortica, whose viewpoint looks over the town. That is the main shore visit of the day, and it offers a contrast to swimming stops and small village pauses.

Two hours is enough for a focused visit, not an exhaustive one. If you want to see the fort, leave time for the walk and the view rather than spending the whole stop browsing town. You may need to choose between a leisurely meal, a longer wander, and the fort, depending on your pace.

Admission to the listed stops is free, but personal spending is not included. Keep some money aside for anything you buy ashore, including food and drinks.

Milna on Brač: a final village stop

The last listed stop is Milna, on Brač, described as a fishing village set in a distinctive bay. You have an hour to explore and can arrange wine tasting. The information does not specify a tasting venue or whether tasting costs extra, so ask before making it part of your plan.

Milna can also be a practical place for lunch if your skipper adjusts the schedule. One outing included a lunch stop there, even though the standard route gives two hours for the Pakleni Islands and one for Milna. That flexibility is useful, but it also means you should be clear about your priorities: a long meal, more swimming, and time in Hvar all compete for hours.

What the private format is worth

A private charter is most valuable when your group has different interests or wants room to change the pace. You can let the skipper know if you would rather spend more time swimming, make a longer meal stop, or keep the planned route. The tour description specifically presents the charter as flexible, and an itinerary change has been made to find peaceful bays.

Still, flexibility does not make an 11-hour day unlimited. Six stops demand decisions. If you linger at one, another may need to be shorter. I would choose two or three priorities before boarding, then treat the remaining stops as a bonus rather than expecting an equal amount of time everywhere.

The English-speaking skipper handles the boat, and fuel is included. Bottled water, snorkeling equipment, wind jackets, and full safety equipment are also provided. That is a sensible package for a day on the water, though you should bring anything personal you rely on, such as your preferred sun protection or a towel. Those personal items are not listed as included.

Who should book this trip

This tour suits a group that wants a full day on the water and likes variety: a little village time, two substantial swim opportunities, Hvar town, and a taste of Brač. It is especially appealing if you can fill most or all of the seven seats, since the price is charged per boat.

It may be less suitable if you want a quiet day in one cove, dislike long boat outings, or need a very slow schedule. The tour is not recommended for children under two or for people with serious back problems. Children must be accompanied by an adult, while most other participants can take part.

The four-review rating is five out of five, but that is a small pool of feedback, so it is better read as an encouraging sign than a guarantee. The specific praise available points to peaceful swimming bays, the skipper’s ability to adapt the route, and a good lunch stop in Milna. Those details match the tour’s strongest selling point: a private boat can make the day feel more personal than a fixed group excursion.

Practical details before you go

The start time is 8 am, and the activity ends back at the meeting point. It can depart from Trogir or Split, so confirm the exact starting point for your booking. Confirmation is provided at booking, and the activity has a mobile ticket.

The tour depends on good weather. If poor weather cancels it, you are offered a different date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time; cancellations or changes made later are not accepted. Cut-off times follow local time.

Should you book it?

Book this if you want a private, varied island day and your group values swimming, scenic boat time, and a couple of hours on shore more than a slow, unhurried visit to one place. The best value comes when you fill the boat and agree on priorities with the skipper before leaving.

Skip it if your budget is tight, you would rather not pay separately for lunch and drinks, or you know you will resent moving on after a short stop. The appeal here is not six deep explorations. It is a flexible day linking several different places, with enough time to swim, eat, and walk around if you make deliberate choices.

FAQ

What time does the tour start, and how long does it last?

It starts at 8 am and lasts approximately 11 hours.

Where does the tour start and end?

It departs from Trogir or Split and ends back at the meeting point where it began. Confirm which departure point applies to your booking.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers a private charter for up to seven passengers. Only your group participates.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the private boat, an English-speaking skipper, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, full safety equipment, wind jackets, and fuel.

Are lunch and drinks included?

No. Lunch, drinks on the islands, and personal expenses are not included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You will be offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the tour starts.