Blue Lagoon and Solta Island from Split-Private Tour

Trogir’s old stone streets, a swim in the Blue Lagoon and a shipwreck beneath the water at Nečujam give this private speedboat trip from Split a good mix of town, coast and sea. The route also visits Šolta, a quieter island where small harbors and a historic castle offer a different feel from the famous swimming stop.

I like that you can shape the day around your group instead of following a large tour’s fixed pace, and that snorkel gear and bottled water are included. One thing to weigh: lunch costs extra, and the advertised five to eight hours is a broad range, so your time at each stop may depend on the day’s schedule and your preferences.

The highlights at a glance

• Trogir gives the trip a historic start: You have an hour to walk its UNESCO-listed center and stop for coffee.
• The Blue Lagoon is made for a swim: Krknjasi Bay is a scenic place to cool off, with an hour set aside for swimming and snorkeling.
• Šolta has more than one harbor to explore: Maslinica pairs a fishing-village feel with Martinis Marchi castle and a new marina.
• Nečujam’s shipwreck adds an underwater goal: The bay is described as Šolta’s deepest, and snorkel equipment is provided.
• It is private for your group: The boat tour is for up to seven people, with a driver-guide and port pickup and drop-off.
• Lunch is your own expense: Stomorska offers an optional traditional Dalmatian restaurant with a sea-facing spot.

A private day out from Split

This tour uses a speedboat to link Split with Trogir and Šolta’s coastal villages. The private format means your group, not a boatload of strangers, shares the day with the skipper. That can make the trip feel more relaxed, especially if you want to linger at one stop or keep a family outing moving.

The listed price is $901.14 per group of up to seven. At full capacity, that comes to about $129 per person before lunch, which can be good value if you want a private boat and guide rather than simply a seat on a shared excursion. For a smaller group, the per-person cost rises quickly, so compare it with other private outings before booking.

The tour is advertised as lasting about five to eight hours, with a 9 am start and a return to the meeting point. The timed stops add up to roughly five hours, plus the short start and the boat travel between locations. The length of the ride and any flexibility in the schedule can affect how the day feels, so ask the operator about the expected return time if you have evening plans.

Past trips have been led by skippers named Luka, Ivan, Josip, Roco and Marco. The names give you a sense of the team, but you should not assume a particular skipper will be assigned to your departure. The practical point is that the experience is shaped in part by the person at the helm: families have valued clear local explanations, a comfortable ride and a skipper who adjusts to their group.

Trogir: an hour among stone streets

The first substantial stop is Trogir, a UNESCO-listed historic town. You have about an hour to see its center, admire the architecture and take a coffee break. It is a useful contrast with the rest of the day, which is mostly about island villages and time on the water.

An hour is enough for a short walk and a pause, but not for an in-depth visit to every historic sight. If Trogir is high on your list, keep your expectations focused: enjoy the streets and the town’s old-world character, then return to the boat when it is time to move on. The tour does not specify a guided walking tour, so think of this as independent time in town rather than a formal history lesson.

Krknjasi Bay: swim in the Blue Lagoon

Next comes the Blue Lagoon at Krknjasi Bay, with about an hour for swimming and snorkeling. The clear water is one of the trip’s central attractions, and this stop gives you a chance to trade the boat seat for a swim. Snorkel equipment is included, so you do not need to bring your own gear to take part.

This is a natural stop for anyone who wants time in the water, but it is not a full beach day. An hour goes quickly once you are getting ready, swimming and drying off. Bring swimwear and whatever personal items you prefer for a boat outing; the included water is useful, but lunch and other extras are not part of the price.

Maslinica: a village, a castle and a marina

On Šolta, Maslinica offers a change of pace. The stop is described as a small fishing village, with historic Martinis Marchi castle and a newer marina. The combination makes it an appealing place to look around and take photos, rather than simply another swim break.

You have about an hour here. That is enough to get a feel for the harbor and see the castle from the village setting, though the tour information does not promise an interior visit or a castle tour. Keep that distinction in mind if you are hoping to explore the building itself. The main value is seeing a compact island settlement and its waterfront in the middle of a boat-focused day.

Stomorska: a harbor break and optional lunch

Stomorska is another small Šolta village, with about an hour planned for the stop. The tour suggests an optional lunch at a traditional Dalmatian restaurant with a first-row sea view. That makes this the natural place to eat, but lunch is not included in the tour price.

A meal will use up some of your time ashore, so decide what matters more to your group: a sit-down break or a longer visit elsewhere. If you plan to order lunch, remember that the published tour length is approximate. The experience is private, which gives your group a better chance to discuss preferences with the skipper, but no exact meal duration or menu is specified.

Nečujam: snorkeling over a shipwreck

The final listed stop is Nečujam, described as the deepest bay on Šolta. Its shipwreck is the distinctive draw, and the bay is another place to swim or snorkel using the provided equipment. For people who like having a purpose to a swim, looking for the wreck gives this stop a different focus from the open-water break at the Blue Lagoon.

The tour information does not give details about the wreck’s depth, condition or visibility, so treat it as a snorkeling opportunity rather than a guaranteed close-up encounter. Water conditions can affect what you see. Still, having both the lagoon and a shipwreck stop in the same day gives the outing variety, especially if your group enjoys time in the sea.

What the private format is worth

A private boat is the main reason to choose this experience over a shared trip. You travel only with your own group, up to seven people, and the driver-guide takes you between the stops. This setup suits families, friends or a couple who value privacy and want the option to adjust their pace.

The trip also includes port pickup and drop-off, fuel surcharge, taxes and handling charges, bottled water, and snorkeling equipment. Those inclusions make the advertised price easier to assess: you are not paying just for transport, but for the boat, skipper, route and basic snorkeling gear. Lunch remains extra, and there is no stated guarantee of which guide or boat you will have.

The operator’s boats have been described as clean and comfortable, and one family group found there was enough room and shade under a roof for a comfortable day. Boat models and layouts can vary, so do not treat that as a promise about every departure. If shade, seating or space is especially important to you, ask the operator what vessel is planned for your date.

Who should book this trip

This outing is a strong fit if you want several coastal experiences in one day without organizing separate transport to Trogir and Šolta. It works especially well for a group of friends or a family that enjoys swimming, short town visits and time aboard a boat. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and families have found the private format useful for keeping the day comfortable for different ages.

It may be less suitable if your main goal is a long, detailed visit to Trogir, a full day on one beach, or a meal included in the price. The schedule visits several places, so each stop is relatively brief. You can also expect a substantial part of the outing to be travel by speedboat, not time on land.

The tour has a five-star rating from 18 reviews, with all recommending it. The praise centers on friendly, flexible service, clean boats, capable skippers and beautiful stops. Those are meaningful strengths for a private trip, though the relatively small number of ratings means it is sensible to focus on the practical fit for your group as well as the score.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a private day that combines Trogir’s historic center with swimming and snorkeling around Šolta. The Blue Lagoon and Nečujam shipwreck provide the water time, while Maslinica and Stomorska bring the village stops. At the full group size, the price is easier to justify; for a smaller party, decide whether privacy and flexibility are worth the higher share per person.

Before booking, check the expected duration and ask about the planned boat if you have specific comfort needs. The start is at 9 am, the tour returns to its meeting point, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure. If that schedule and extra lunch cost work for you, this is a practical way to see several sides of the Split coast in one outing.

FAQ

How much does the private tour cost?

The listed price is $901.14 per group, for up to seven people. Lunch is not included.

How long does the tour last?

The approximate duration is five to eight hours. The listed stops total about five hours, plus boat travel between locations.

What time does the tour start?

The tour starts at 9 am.

Where does the tour end?

It ends back at the meeting point.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates, with a maximum group size of seven.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included. Stomorska has an optional traditional Dalmatian restaurant with a sea view.

Which places does the tour visit?

The route includes Trogir, Krknjasi Bay or the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica, Stomorska and Nečujam on Šolta.

Is a driver-guide included?

Yes. A driver-guide is included. The particular skipper may vary.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted.