Croatia · Beach & Island

Golden Horn Beach & North Shore of Hvar Island Private Boat Tour

9 Hours Round trip from Makarska Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private 9-hour speedboat tour to Brač and Hvar islands
  • 02 Visit the famous Golden Horn beach on Brač
  • 03 Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe in turquoise Adriatic waters
  • 04 Stop at Zečevo islet for snorkeling and beach time
  • 05 Explore the charming village of Vrboska, known as "Little Venice"
  • 06 Enjoy free time for coffee or sightseeing in Jelsa
  • 07 Take in the dramatic cliffs and clear sea at Mala Stiniva bay
  • 08 Flexible itinerary with a private skipper

Discover the beauty of Golden Horn on Brač island and explore the quieter northern shore of Hvar on this private full-day boat tour. Cruise across the Adriatic with your skipper and enjoy a flexible day that combines famous beaches, hidden bays, charming island villages, and time to swim, snorkel, and relax.

Visit the iconic Golden Horn beach, snorkel in the clear waters around Zečevo islet, stroll through Vrboska and Jelsa, and finish with time in the striking Mala Stiniva bay. With the freedom of a private speedboat and the option to adjust time at each stop, this is a great way to see several highlights in one day at your own pace.

Golden Horn is a beautiful pebble beach protruding almost half a kilometer into the turquoise sea in a V-shape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hvar, Brač
Languages Croatian, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Our tour starts with a panoramic 50-minute cruise to our first stop, The Golden Horn beach on Brac island. It is one of the most famous beaches on the Adriatic. Golden Horn is a beautiful pebble beach protruding almost half a kilometer into the turquoise sea in a V-shape. What makes this beach unique is its shape which visibly changes depending on the direction of the wind and tidal movement. Here you will have plenty of free time to swim, snorkel and sunbathe. Your skipper will drop you off at a small pier on the beach and meet you there when it is time to head to your next stop.

"Remaining time will be allotted to panoramic cruise."Our next stop is Zečevo islet, only 10-15 minutes away from Golden Horn. Zečevo is an unpopulated islet in the archipelago of Hvar and it is protected as a significant landscape. It prides itself on untouched nature and crystal-clear turquoise seas. It is a perfect spot for snorkeling. There is also a beach bar that you can visit if you want to wind down a bit.After enjoying beach fun on Zečevo, we head to Vrboska village on Hvar island. Vrboska is a small tranquil village situated along a narrow fjord-like bay. Since the bay goes through the middle of the village, numerous bridges connect its two sides. Because of that fact, Vrboska is nicknamed "Little Venice." We usually recommend our guests a spot for lunch. After lunch, you can wander through Vrboska's small charming streets and enjoy the calmness of the village.After lunch, we head to Jelsa town, where you have some free time for a coffee or do a bit of sightseeing. Jelsa is an ancient town on Hvar island with numerous historical monuments that speak about its rich history.Our last stop is in Mala Stiniva bay on Hvar island. Mala Stiniva is a picturesque stone bay with cliffs that vertically drop to the sea below. It is a stunning sight and a place that leaves no one indifferent. The sea is crystal-clear, and the cliffs are a great cliff jumping spot.After Mala Stiniva, we head back to Makarska harbor. A panoramic cruise during which you can wind down as you take in the spectacular views of the islands and scenic Makarska Riviera coastline is a perfect way to end our day.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Makarska 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • 100€ skipper fee / 200€ for 2 crew members with Premium option
  • Fuel cost

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Pets allowed
  • Usual start is at 09:00 AM at our meeting point in Makarska harbour. Please make a request if you want a pick-up in your local marina. Pick-ups are usually from 9:00 until 9:15 AM.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Makarska, HR
Tour start
Makarska, HR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Makarska.

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