Dalmatia by Sailboat
A sailboat cruise to the Dalmatian islands is an experience that combines the beauty of sailing with the discovery of breathtaking landscapes and a thousand-year-old culture. The sailing vacation with Skipper Armatori is a small adventure through the crystal-clear waters of Dalmatia, where you will discover isolated beaches, hidden bays, and secret coves—places where nature still expresses all its unspoiled beauty.
From Split to Dubrovnik, passing through enchanting islands like Hvar, Korčula, and Mljet, sailing enthusiasts can immerse themselves in a perfect mix of relaxation, fun, and culture. Our cruises offer the unique opportunity to sail south, touching renowned boarding points and exploring the green heart of the islands, their food and wine traditions, and vibrant nightlife scenes.
Each island tells a story, from that of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who chose Split to build his imperial palace in 305 AD, marking the beginning of a tradition that boasts over 1700 years, to Dubrovnik, the blue pearl of southern Dalmatia, with its UNESCO World Heritage historic centre. Dalmatia’s history intertwines with the adventure of discovering fascinating lands, making every sailing cruise a journey through time.
Dalmatia boasts an ancient tradition of 1700 years! In 305 AD, the Roman Emperor Diocletian chose Split to build his imperial palace.
Even today, the residence is the historic centre of Croatia’s second-largest city. It continues to be chosen as a tourist destination for its history, entertainment, and the splendid green-hearted islands surrounding it.
Split, Trogir, Kastela, and Primosten are the main marinas for embarking southward, and Dubrovnik marina for northward navigation, in a scenario that embraces the colours and lights of the most authentic Mediterranean: from Brač, Solta, Vis, Hvar, Korčula, Lastovo, Dubrovnik, and to the incredible natural park of Mjlet.
Southern Dalmatia is one of the most appreciated areas for sailing, island entertainment, and nightlife, such as in Hvar, Korčula, and Split.
It is one of the most connected and easily accessible areas both by air to Split and Dubrovnik with Ryanair, Easyjet, Vueling, Volotea, and Croatia Airlines, and from Ancona, with various fast ships and catamarans with Jadrolinija and Snav.
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CROATIA ITINERARY
Hvar
Hvar is one of the most important actors in the film of your cruise. At the same time, it is close and cosmopolitan, historic and naturalistic. The town of Hvar is a sophisticated and chic tourist destination, offering a vibrant nightlife. There are numerous bars and restaurants against a historic skyline formed by the 15th-century Clock Tower, the Renaissance Cathedral of St. Stephen, and the ancient city walls.
From Hvar, the sailboat will take you to discover the island’s most beautiful and isolated beaches, such as Malo Zaraće or Dubovica Beach. It will also take you to the nearby Pakleni Islands, with sinuous shapes stretching out over the sea, creating numerous narrow bays rich in diverse panoramas and beaches.
The island is also called the “Madeira of Croatia” for the hidden paradise to venture into: famous are the lavender fields that mix their aromas with those of the expanses of aromatic plants between valleys and inlets down to beaches lapped by breathtaking waters.
Brač – Solta – Vis
Brač
It’s a dream experience to sail along the famous Golden Horn Beach near the village of Bol. This narrow tongue of white pebbles extends over the deep water for a few hundred meters, and changes shape according to the varying tides and winds that brush it.
Brač is an island with numerous attractions. It is known for its white stones, the same ones used to build Diocletian’s Palace and, more recently, employed in constructing the presidential White House.
Solta
This island will welcome you to the small port of Maslinica for a vacation in a relaxing and quiet oasis. Less touristy than Hvar and Brač, it’s a place where you can immerse yourself in history, the slow daily life of the island, and its numerous beaches. Don’t miss a sailboat visit to the nearby islets from Santo Stefano to Smerduglia.
Vis
preserves a certain mysterious charm due to its remote location and long being a Yugoslav military base. According to the WWF, the recent opening to tourism has kept local customs and landscapes unchanged, making Vis the last natural paradise of the eastern Mediterranean.
It is a wild and rugged island, calcareous and mountainous, rich in inlets, caves, and beaches often accessible only by boat.
You can sail from the exclusive Stiniva Bay, which squeezes a small beach between two rocks, to the Blue Cave on the nearby island of Biševo, with a blue so intense it colours the rocky walls surrounding it. The cave is one of the places that can only be reached by boat.
Korčula – Lastovo – Mljiet
Korčula
It is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean. It offers numerous attractions, such as the building that would legendarily have been Marco Polo’s birthplace.
With the sailboat, you can reach the island’s northern part, where most beaches are. More than ten bays in the Vela Luka area host pebble and sandy beaches, some with natural pools with shallow waters.
Lastovo
A gem set in the centre of the Adriatic, like Vis, has recently opened to tourism. In Lastovo, you’ll find a timeless atmosphere, experiencing the slow life of the island between traditional and naturalistic landscapes: the holm oak woods, olive groves, and karst rocks until you dive into the sea surrounding it with its numerous beaches.
The most famous beach in Lastovo is Skrivena Luka, or “Hidden Bay. ” This protected natural harbour is in the island’s deepest bay, covered with olive trees and extending to the blue sea. It is perfect for sailing.
Also, by boat or catamaran, it’s possible to navigate among the infinite rocky islets, almost all uninhabited, that create a vast archipelago of which Lastovo is the main island.
Mljiet
Mljiet is an emerald island entirely covered in green that has exerted its charm since antiquity; even Ulysses stayed on the island for seven years in his Odyssey homeward. The island is a little affected by mass tourism, attracting people to its national park’s unspoiled nature.
You can visit the park by bicycle or on foot to the lakes nestled in a marine valley, the Great Lake and the Small Lake (Veliko and Malo Jezero), which emerge from the dense woods. The lakes, of karst origin, are salty due to their connection to the sea through Soline Bay and are a natural phenomenon of worldwide importance. At the centre of the Great Lake emerges the small Island of St. Mary, the emblem of the National Park.
If you prefer to dive into the sea, the beaches of Mjlet, immersed in greenery, will amaze you with their variety of sand, rock, and cliffs. The main villages also have classic terraces and small wooden piers to moor the boat. The most frequented remains the sandy bay of Saplunara, in the southeastern part of the island.
Dubrovnik
Formerly known as “Ragusa of Dalmatia“, spent two centuries under Venetian rule, becoming a maritime Republic until the nineteenth century. Various dominations have occurred in the last two centuries, from the Napoleonic Empire to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. These have left rich testimonies in the city’s architecture.
It has earned the title of the blue pearl of southern Dalmatia. It is one of the most scenic Croatian tourist destinations. The monumental historic centre has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Fascinating churches, palaces, and fountains overlook the marble-paved streets.
Dubrovnik’s historical and suggestive scenery, such as the medieval walls welded to the cliff, has made it the ideal setting for many films and TV series, including Game of Thrones.
Dubrovnik is surrounded by numerous coves and Blue Flag beaches lined with white pebbles. The most iconic beach is Copacabana on the Lopad peninsula, where you can try various water sports.
For a moment of quiet, you can reach the nearby uninhabited island of Lokrum by sailboat, visit a medieval Benedictine monastery, or relax on the calm and sandy Šunj Beach.
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Discover the Dalmatian Islands by Sailboat with Skipper Armatori
Ready to set sail for your summer vacation adventure and discover the Dalmatian Islands? Whether you’re a single person looking for fun, a group of friends who want to go on a sailing vacation, a family or a group of families, we have the perfect solution. With a wide range of sailboats, motorboats, and catamarans, we offer tailored cruises for every need, ensuring an exclusive experience among the wonderful Dalmatian islands. Contact us now, without obligation, to discover all the options we have to offer. The Dalmatian islands are waiting for you for a fun vacation with Skipper Armatori!
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