July 10, 2019 - With SO many tours being offered, how to choose the best, and where to find tours that offer that little extra? Five of the best from the island of Hvar.
1. Looking for a wine tour? Do it in style with Wine and Waves
Hvar has a fascinating wine story dating back to the arrival of the Ancient Greeks back in 384 BC, and it has several indigenous grape varieties which only grow on the island. Wine tourism is an increasingly important business, and while there are several more traditional tours, if you want one in true style, check out Wine and Waves - a speedboat tour from Hvar Town which passes the gorgeous southern coast of the island, before heading to Zlatan Otok, one of Croatia's top wineries in beautiful Sveta Nedjelja, complete with underwater tasting room. But you are not finished yet, as there are two more unique tasting experiences to choose from - wine tasting in a cave by the water, and in this stunning vineyard above. Learn more about the tour.
2. Want to visit the Blue Cave? Why not do the Blue, the Green, inland Vis AND Palmizana in one?
The Blue Cave at Bisevo just off Vis is understandably one of the top attractions on the Adriatic, and it has become incredibly popular. Too popular, unfortunately, as tour groups now come from as far away as Split (and even further), and tourists can end up waiting a considerable amount of time in the sun. The standard tours take in the Blue and Green Caves and a swim on a beach on Vis. Not a bad day out, but you can do SO much better.
How about the Blue Cave, the Green Gave, a fascinating tour of inland Vis with its incredible military history and tunnels, with a final stop at idyllic Palmizana on the Pakleni Islands on the way back to Hvar Town? While others wait, your tour just gets better. The secret is an early departure from Hvar Town (8am) and the best local knowledge. Few tours on the Croatian coast pack in as much fun as this in one day. Find out more.
3. Heading to the beach? Check out six of the best by speedboat.
With so much to explore on Hvar and with limited time on holiday, how to get the most out of your stay? Take beaches, for example. Hvar's beaches are often listed among the best in the world in various lists - and with good reason. But finding the best ones takes time and transport. What if you could be given a selection of the very best, time to sample each, then head off and discover the rest - by speedboat!
The Hvar 6 beaches tour takes in six of the very finest beaches on Hvar and the Pakleni islands, all in one day. Starting and finishing in Hvar Town, travel in style to the very finest beaches on the Hvar coast. Learn more here.
4. Looking for a romantic spot for that special occasion? A Bohemian dinner with the best sunset on Hvar
Looking to impress a loved one?
Meet the Bohemian Romantic Sunset Dinner, the most intimate and romantic dinner setting for the 2019 season. And a setting which is faithful to those core natural Hvar values. A spectacular location on this sunniest of islands, with dinner timed to coincide with what is one of the most fabulous sunset vantage points on this incredible island. An intimate setting, with private table for just one couple (or maximum four people if you want to share the experience), set in total isolation in an olive grove whose oil bears testament to that Mediterranean diet UNESCO heritage. Learn more.
5. Arts and crafts - learn how to design your own coral jewellery
Not everyone wants to be on the beach, and there is plenty to do on the island if you are looking for something a little more stimulating. Hvar as a very lively arts and crafts scene, and one of the most interesting options to to learn how to design and make your own coral jewellery.
Mediterranean coral has been a traditional part of the region’s historical and religious heritage for millennia. Imbued with magical powers, coral legends abound with tales of hate and spells, of miraculous curative powers and more. Croatia’s most talented coral Jewel artists live and work right here on Hvar. Their boutique-gallery within the historic centre of the Old Town is world-renowned. They have created a unique coral jewellery workshop for travellers who are looking to experience something beyond the ordinary. Imagine the sheer pleasure of being able to transform natural objects and polished coral berries into unique and beautiful pieces of jewellery! While learning how to create your own coral piece, you will also learn about different types of coral, pearls and other naturally created gems, beads and stones. Learn more.
To learn more about the island, check out the Total Croatia Hvar in a Page guide.
