Hvar is the week’s bright centrepiece—waterfront dinners, a lively promenade, and the Pakleni Islands just offshore for calm, clear-water swim stops.
Getting there is half the pleasure. The route steps through Mljet and Korčula at a comfortable pace, adds Vis for quieter bays, and returns via Mljet and the Elaphiti Islands so the final day feels easy rather than rushed.
Key Points
- A 7-day itinerary beginning and ending in Dubrovnik.
- Highlights include Mljet National Park, Korčula Old Town, Vis (optional Biševo / Blue Cave), and Hvar Town & the Pakleni Islands.
- The order can be reversed as a loop depending on weather, berth availability, and the rhythm you prefer.
Who is it Suitable For?
Great fit if you want one “proper” Hvar evening while keeping most of the week relaxed and swim-led.
- Ideal for couples and small groups who enjoy a mix of quiet anchorages and a few nights ashore.
- Also works very well for first-time guests who want a classic selection of islands without feeling like you’re constantly on the move.
Practical Details
- Duration: 7 days / 7 nights
- Embarkation/Disembarkation: Dubrovnik
- Best time: May–October
- Flexibility: This is a sample itinerary — the final routing depends on weather and berth availability.
- Onboard services: What’s included is defined once a specific yacht is selected.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Dubrovnik → Elaphiti Islands → Šipan (Luka Šipan)
- A gentle first cruise with an optional swim stop around Koločep or Lopud.
- Overnight in Luka Šipan for a calm start and an easy dinner ashore.
Day 2 — Šipan → Mljet (Polače or Pomena)
- Continue south-to-north with time to pause in a bay for a swim.
- Overnight beside Mljet National Park for an early, easy start the next day.
Day 3 — Mljet → Korčula (Korčula Town)
- Morning in Mljet National Park (cycling around the lakes is a favourite).
- Arrive to Korčula Old Town for an evening ashore.
Day 4 — Korčula → Vis (Komiža)
- An open-water day that’s rewarded with clearer water and a more laid-back feel.
- If conditions suit and you’d like the excursion, detour to Biševo (Blue Cave).
Day 5 — Vis → Hvar (Hvar Town / Pakleni Islands)
- Spend the afternoon around the Pakleni Islands for swimming and a relaxed lunch stop.
- Choose your evening style: berth in Hvar Town for waterfront dining, or stay in the Pakleni Islands for a quieter overnight.
Optional adjustment: If you prefer the calm of an anchorage but still want Hvar’s restaurants, we can base the yacht in the Pakleni Islands and visit Hvar Town by tender for dinner and a stroll (conditions and local regulations permitting).
Day 6 — Hvar → Šćedro (swim stop) → Mljet (Pomena)
- Break up the return with a swim stop around Šćedro or a south-coast bay (conditions permitting).
- Overnight in Pomena, ideal for a quiet evening and an early start back toward Dubrovnik.
Day 7 — Mljet → Elaphiti Islands → Dubrovnik
- A final swim stop near Lopud or Koločep before returning.
- Arrive Dubrovnik in good time for a comfortable final evening.
Distances (approx. miles)
- Dubrovnik → Luka Šipan (via Elaphiti): 10–15
- Luka Šipan → Mljet (Polače/Pomena): 20–25
- Mljet → Korčula Town: 15–18
- Korčula Town → Vis (Komiža): 32–38
- Vis (Komiža) → Hvar Town: 17–22
- Hvar Town → Mljet (Pomena): 40–50
- Hvar Town → Mljet (Pomena): 40–50
- Mljet (Pomena) → Dubrovnik (via Elaphiti): 28–35
