8 Self-Guided Tours in Split to Book Before You Arrive

1.Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,519 reviews · 12 hours · from $58Our pick

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park by bus, then spend about four and a half hours exploring at your own pace. The trip includes a panoramic boat ride and electric train ride, plus English commentary and clear park directions from guides such as Sanja, Luka, or Lovro. Park admission costs extra and must be paid in cash euros.

“My Partner and I usually prefer to travel on our own. This time we booked a tour for the convenience and it turned out amazing! While I usually prefer my quiet, I really enjoyed our travel guide Sanja - she was warm, funny and engaging. One of the nicest guides I have met so far! Thank you for the great trip, Sanja :)”

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2.Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park on a full-day bus or van trip with a 7:30 am start and about four hours in the park. The tour includes panoramic boat and electric train rides. You can explore independently, while guide-led options may also be available. Guides on different departures have included Sanja, Klara, Sandra, Lovro, and Vice.

“Incroyable excursion aux cascades de plitvice! Le temps n’était pas de la partie malheureusement mais le paysage restait tout de même magnifique Nous remercions infiniment Klara notre guide qui a fait en sorte que notre journée soit inoubliable et c’était reussi”

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3.Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 170 reviews · 1 day

Set off from Bonj Beach in a sit-on-top single or tandem kayak for a self-guided day around Hvar and the Pakleni Islands. Staff explain safety, share a route map shaped by the weather, and provide dry bags, life jackets and snorkel masks. Plan for a 40 to 60 minute paddle each way to many of the best island stops.

“Nice activity! Really nice to explore the nearby islands with the kayak !”

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4.Hvar Island Self-Guided E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 3 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $72

Set off from Antonio Rent in Hvar Town on a private, self-guided e-bike outing. Staff fit your bike, explain its pedal-assist controls, and send a suggested Google Maps route with stops and local tips. Choose a shorter loop or a longer ride to Stari Grad, then explore villages, beaches, and viewpoints at your own pace. Bikes, helmets, and a lock are included.

“Really enjoyed our E bike tour around Hvar. Made stops for breakfast and lunch and got to enjoy the beach at.Milne. Beautiful water to swim in. Enjoyed a fabulous lunch at. Mali Milne. Completed the tour with another beach stop just outside of. Hvar town.”

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5.Hvar Island Self-Guided E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 1 day · from $75

Start from Antonio Rent in Hvar Town and ride a charged e-MTB on a self-guided route to Brusje, old stone villages, Milna and island beaches. Your bike comes with a helmet, lock and phone holder, and local staff share route advice. You can add a longer ride toward Stari Grad; fortress entry costs extra.

“Amazing day spent cycling around the beautiful island of Hvar with the route and recommendations from the tour company. The guys there were amazing and the bikes were top notch. Thanks!”

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6.Private Hvar Island E-Bike Tour (Self-Guided)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $76

Set off from Hvar with an e-bike and a Google Maps route from Outdoor Hvar. Ride at your own pace through Malo Grablje and Velo Grablje to Stari Grad, with steep island roads, hilltop views, and time to stop along the way. Jadran has helped with bike setup and route advice.

“Perfect way to explore hvar. The bikes were great full of power with you needed for the hills. He gave us a great path on Google maps to follow to Stari Gard. It was so beautiful and peaceful riding through the lavender fields. Almost no cars on the road most of the way. I would recommend E bikes and this operator to anyone. He even provided us with bottles of water and we felt very comfortable. And the views from of high in the hills were breathtaking.”

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7.Self-guided mountain bike tour (non-electric)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · from $42

Set out from Hvar Outdoor with a non-electric MTB, helmet, and a mobile route with local recommendations. Ride historic roads toward Malo Grablje, Velo Grablje, Stari Grad, and Vidikovac, taking in lavender fields, mountain views, and rural Hvar at your own pace. The seven-hour private outing includes some steep climbs and descents.

“Really great equipment. Staff was helpful in discussing the difficulty of the routes. A beautiful ride overall.”

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8.Self-Guided Walking Tour of Hvar’s Historical Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $11Best value

This self-guided VoiceMap tour takes you through Hvar’s Old Town, from Saint Stephen’s Square and its Venetian landmarks to the Riva and Hvar Theatre. Expect about an hour to 75 minutes of GPS-led audio, with offline maps and playback you can use at your own pace. The route covers local traditions, island history and views toward the Pakleni Islands.

“One hour tour of Hvar with excellent directions and enough history to feel like you know more about it.”

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