Island Hopping Boat Excursion with Lunch (Trogir,Blue Lagoon, Šolta)

Trogir’s stone lanes, a long swim stop in the Blue Lagoon, and a small fishing village on Šolta make this a varied day on the water. You’ll spend about eight hours aboard a boat, with three distinct stops rather than a single beach outing.

I like the mix of old-town wandering and clear-water swim time, and I like that lunch comes with a choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian food. Water, soft drinks, wine, snorkel gear, and floating mats are also included, which helps the $57.28 price cover more than the boat ride.

The main consideration is comfort and service during a full day afloat. Seat cushions are not listed as an amenity, and a report from one trip noted that drinks were not handed out on the ride to Trogir. Bring water for the outbound leg, and do not assume the boat has padded seating.

• Trogir gets just over an hour: enough for a focused walk through its UNESCO-listed old town, but not a long visit.
• The Blue Lagoon stop lasts about 1 hour 40 minutes: plan on swimming, sunbathing, or using the snorkel gear.
• Maslinica on Šolta offers a village pause: expect beaches, beach bars, restaurants, and local street art.
• Lunch and several drinks are included: choose fish, meat, or vegetarian food, and leave your preference when booking.
• The boat can carry up to 48 people: this is a shared excursion, not a small private cruise.
• The trip starts and ends in Slatine: meet at Bura Line, Put Duboke Garme 3, for the 10:00 departure.

Three Adriatic stops in one long day

This excursion is built around variety. You leave Slatine on Ciovo Island, visit Trogir, continue to the Blue Lagoon at Krknjaši Bay, then head to Maslinica on Šolta before returning to the same meeting point.

That combination is its chief appeal. You get a historic town, a swim stop, and a working island village in one outing, with the boat connecting places that would take more planning to visit separately. It is a full eight-hour commitment, though, and you should choose it for the whole day rather than expecting a quick boat ride.

The operator is Bura Line. The scheduled start is 10:00, and the maximum group size is 48. That capacity matters: you may be sharing the deck and onboard facilities with a sizeable group, especially during the summer season.

Trogir’s stone lanes and short visit

The first stop is Trogir, a UNESCO-listed old town known for its historic buildings, city walls, and narrow cobbled streets. You have about 1 hour and 5 minutes ashore, with no admission ticket required for the stop itself.

I’d use the time for a purposeful walk rather than trying to see every corner. Follow the lanes through the old center, look for details in the stonework and local art, and leave time to find your way back to the boat. The compact streets are part of the pleasure here, but they can also make a short visit feel brisk if you stop often.

There is a trade-off in the schedule. An hour is enough to get a feel for Trogir and take a short stroll, but it is not a leisurely town visit with time for a long meal or an extensive museum stop. If Trogir is your main reason for going, you may prefer to visit independently and spend longer. If you want a sampler alongside swimming and island time, this stop fits the day well.

One practical point: the boat ride to Trogir comes before the listed swim stop, and the timing of drink service is not guaranteed. Since water is included but a past trip noted that drinks were not handed out on this first leg, carrying your own water is sensible.

Krknjaši Bay: the main swimming break

The boat reaches the Blue Lagoon area, also called Krknjaši Bay, at about 14:15. You have roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes here, the longest stop of the day. That gives you a proper window to swim, sunbathe, or use the snorkeling equipment provided onboard.

This is the excursion’s clearest chance to slow down. You are not just stepping off for a quick photo; you have time to get into the water and enjoy the setting. Floating mattresses are included, too, offering another way to spend the stop without having to bring your own float.

The bay is described as a focal point of the area, but the exact conditions depend on the day. Sunshine, water temperature, and sea conditions can change, so treat the swim as a weather-dependent part of the outing, not a guarantee of perfect beach weather. The operator requires good weather for the trip to run.

Pack swimwear and a towel, and consider bringing sun protection. Those are practical suggestions for a long outdoor boat day, not provided amenities. Snorkel equipment is included, but the excursion details do not specify what type or range of sizes is available. If having a particular fit matters to you, ask Bura Line before booking.

Maslinica on Šolta: village life and a change of pace

After the lagoon, the boat continues to Šolta and Maslinica, a small fishing village. You have about an hour to explore. The village is noted for its beaches, beach bars, restaurants, and street art by local artists.

Maslinica makes a useful contrast with Trogir. Trogir is the historic town stop; here, the focus is a smaller island community and its waterfront atmosphere. You can take a stroll, look for the local art, or use the time for a drink or a short pause by the beach.

An hour is still a brief visit, so you will need to choose what matters most. It is enough for a compact wander, but not much time for a long restaurant meal and a swim. Lunch is included during the excursion, though the exact serving time and location are not specified. Do not plan on a second full meal in Maslinica unless you are comfortable keeping the visit very short.

The village stop is a worthwhile part of the route if you enjoy seeing more than the best-known swimming spot. If your priority is simply to spend as long as possible in the water, the stop takes time away from the lagoon. The value depends on whether you want a varied day or a beach-focused one.

What the $57.28 price covers

At $57.28 per person, the price includes a boat outing of about eight hours, lunch, drinks, seasonal fruit, snorkel equipment, floating mattresses, Wi-Fi, and a restroom onboard. Fuel costs are included as well. For a full day with food and several practical extras, that is a useful bundle.

Lunch comes with a choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian food. Leave your preference when booking, rather than waiting until the day of the trip. The included drinks are soda, water, and wine, served during the trip. Beer is not included, so budget separately if you want one.

The price does not tell you exactly how much time the boat spends underway or where lunch is served. The three listed stops add up to just under four hours, leaving the rest of the day for travel between islands and time aboard. That is normal for a multi-stop boat route, but it helps set expectations: this is both a boat day and a shore-stop day.

The value is strongest if you will use the swim equipment, eat the included meal, and appreciate seeing three places without arranging separate transport. It is less compelling if you want a private, quiet cruise or long stretches in one location. With a capacity of 48, expect a shared excursion and plan accordingly.

Comfort and small details worth knowing

A restroom onboard is a welcome practical feature during an eight-hour outing. Wi-Fi is also listed as included, though the details do not promise a particular connection speed or coverage while the boat is moving.

Seat cushions are not listed among the included features. One report described the seats as lacking cushions, which is worth considering if you have a sensitive back or find hard seating uncomfortable. The boat is also a place where you will spend time between stops, so comfort is not a minor detail.

Drinks are included, but the timing of service may vary. Because one account described going without drinks on the initial trip to Trogir, I would bring a small bottle of water rather than rely on service from the moment you board. You can still make use of the included water and other drinks when they are served.

The departure and return point is Bura Line at Put Duboke Garme 3 in Slatine, on Ciovo Island. The tour ends back there. Make sure you are comfortable reaching Slatine for a 10:00 start; the provided details do not specify transport to the meeting point.

Who will get the most from this excursion

This trip suits you if you want a little of everything: a historic center, a substantial swim stop, and a short visit to an island village. It also suits people who value an included lunch and drinks, since those can make a full day out easier to budget.

Families and mixed-age groups may appreciate the variety, but the boat’s capacity and the full-day schedule are worth weighing. The activity information says most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. It does not give specific details about step-free access or assistance getting on and off the boat, so ask the operator if those points matter to you.

The excursion is not the best fit if you want a quiet, small-group sailing trip, an extended visit in Trogir, or hours on one beach. It is also less suited to anyone who dislikes hard seating or wants guaranteed drink service from departure. The sea and weather shape the day, and poor conditions can lead to a different date or a refund.

Should you book the Slatine boat trip?

I would consider booking if you want a practical way to combine Trogir, a long swim stop, and Maslinica without arranging the route yourself. The included meal, water, soft drinks, wine, snorkel gear, and floating mats add real value at $57.28, particularly if you plan to use them.

Go in with realistic expectations: Trogir and Maslinica are short visits, the boat may carry as many as 48 people, and the ride itself takes up a notable part of the day. Bring water for the initial leg, be ready for unpadded seats, and choose your lunch option when booking. If those trade-offs suit you, this is a well-rounded way to spend a day among the islands.

FAQ

How long is the excursion?

The trip lasts about eight hours.

Where does the boat leave from?

The meeting point is Bura Line, Put Duboke Garme 3, in Slatine, Croatia.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 am.

Does the trip return to Slatine?

Yes. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long do you spend at each stop?

You spend about 1 hour and 5 minutes in Trogir, 1 hour and 40 minutes at the Blue Lagoon, and 1 hour in Maslinica on Šolta.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included, with a choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian food. Leave your preference when booking.

Which drinks are included?

Soda, water, and wine are included. Beer is not included in the price.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment and beach floating mattresses is included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

If poor weather leads to cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund. The tour may also be canceled if its minimum number of participants is not met.