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The 10 Best Wine Tours & Tastings in Hvar Island, Dalmatia
Claiming to be the sunniest spot in all of Europe, the Croatian island of Hvar is the perfect destination for tourists seeking the beauty of Mediterranean beaches without the crowds associated with more well-known destinations. Pathways lined with lavender vines lead to secluded coves, small fishing villages and local vineyards, and ferries and catamarans carry visitors across the calm, blue waters to the surrounding islands, all worthy of exploration.
Restaurants in Hvar Island
1. Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Explore the vineyards of Hvar island and visit two of Croatia’s most esteemed winemakers on this full-day, small-group tour. Enjoy four to five wine tastings at each site, including Prošek, the original Dalmatian wine, and enjoy the unique setting of an underwater wine cellar with views of the sea floor. Once you've worked up an appetite, experience an authentic Dalmatian 3-course dinner in the rustic and charming village of Malo Grablje or in an Konoba in Olive grove.
Inclusions: Pick up and drop-of from your Hvar hotel, Hvar Bus station, or Stari Grad Ferry Port, Driver/guide, 2 x wine tastings with light snacks, 3-course dinner/late lunch, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By aspin11
We had the best time on our Amazing Hvar tour! The guides were so friendly and made the trip awesome! We got picked up in the Hvar port and cruised through the islands making many stops along the way! We stopped at various beaches for lunch and drinks and swam/snorkeled as our guide dove for caviar and octopus to show us! We would have never seen such amazing spots without this tour! This was our favorite part of the honeymoon!
2. The Best of Hvar Small Group Tour with Wine Tasting and Dinner
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Enjoy this small-group tour encompassing scenic views, the towns of Stari Grad and Vrbovska, wine tasting (Carić or Tomić winery), lavender fields (seasonal June - July) and Authentic Dalmatian lunch/dinner in an abandoned ethno-eco village or an Olive grove Konoba. Menu: Appetizer: Local cheese and smoked ham with island extra virgin olive oil, marinated fish Main Course: Peka – traditional meal with lamb or mixed lamb and veal under the iron bell covered with the ash. Dessert: Simple traditional desert with almonds Beverage: Local wine, water, grappa – local brandy
Inclusions: Local taxes, Wine tasting, 3-course dinner, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from your Hvar hotel, the bus station or the ferry port in Stari Grad, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Fatemeh M
Me and my husband went on the wine tasting tour with Dinko as our guide that Urška arranged and it was amazing! Both the guided tour, the winery and the winery’s and best of all the Dalmatian dinner in the abandoned village. We truly recommend this activity. Also we felt very safe as it was just us and the Dinko in the car and not so crowded the places we went to :) thanks so much for the amazing tour of you beautiful island Hvar!
3. Hvar & Pakleni Islands Unique Private Boat Tour from Split
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore Hvar town with his jetset life, superyachts, Cultural sightseeing and great terraces for a drink.. Swimming in amazing turquoise waters of palmizan bay at Pakleni islands. try the local food and discover the hidden beauty of Palmizan island. ending the day with a winetasting in fishing village Milna on island Brac.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Drinks on board, Wine tasting, Professional guide, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Round-trip by Rib Speedboat, Eventually pickup from Hotel meridien Luv or Radisson Blu (in consultation)
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By s0bieskii
Petter, the owner of Waterworld will take you to places where endorphins burst into your bloodstream. I was on a trip to 6 islands and the Blue Cave was one of the best days in my life, at the very beginning of the trip we met dolphins that swam with our boat and you could admire them, we stopped the boat for a while and the dolphins made us jump out of the water. The rest of the trip was also amazing and I recommend it 200%, the best part is the person of Petter who is a great guy and he can tell time. The boats have loudspeakers that play great music that Petter mixes himself. If you are worried about seasickness, I need to calm you down because on fast boats where we sneak through the waves, I totally do not feel any bad symptoms and I am susceptible to it. I highly recommend 100% satisfaction and a smile on your face guaranteed throughout the trip!
4. Hvar Gastro and Wine Private Day Trip from Split
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
To eat intelligently is an art. This unique tour gives you the opportunity to eat delicious food (gregada - the local seafood dish), drink premier wines and enjoy visiting one of the most beautiful Croatian islands, Hvar. This tour is designed with your maximum comfort in mind, as you will travel in a comfortable air conditioned minivan and enjoy the benefits of having your very own driver and guide. Don't miss this opportunity to eat well on one of the most beautiful islands of Croatia!
Inclusions: Food tasting, Meals as per itinerary, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities
5. Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a unique small group gastronomic experience of tasting Mediterranean chocolate from local herbs and fruit with a Chocolatier, along with sipping on Croatian wines produced by professional winemakers. It is the perfect combination with a bit history and health benefits.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Wine tasting, Chocolate tasting, Driver/guide, Local guide, Pickup and drop-off from your Hvar hotel, the bus station or the ferry port in Stari Grad
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Fatemeh M
Me and my husband went on the wine tasting tour with Dinko as our guide that Urška arranged and it was amazing! Both the guided tour, the winery and the winery’s and best of all the Dalmatian dinner in the abandoned village. We truly recommend this activity. Also we felt very safe as it was just us and the Dinko in the car and not so crowded the places we went to :) thanks so much for the amazing tour of you beautiful island Hvar!
6. Local Life Tour
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
"Local Life Tour provide an long lasting experience that reveals the true life of the local population. Take a break from fast way of living and for a half day enter in the century old tradition what we will bring close to you."
Inclusions: Guided tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Authentic Mediterranean meal, Private transportation
Reviewed By katydavissong
We had an absolutely incredible day on our cycle tour of Hvar. The highlight of the island! Grgo is the kindest person and tells the amazing story of this island through history and his family's experience. The bikes were great and the entire day was so well orchestrated. We never would have been able to experience Hvar like this on our own. At the end of the day, we got to sample his amazing wine and treats from Hvar. I highly recommend this company for a truly enjoyable and memorable experience.
7. Mesmerizing Hvar South Shore wine tasting with RIB speed boat
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
You will travel in excellent RIB Flyer 747 boat which is partly covered from the sun. Boat has big sunbed on the bow. Snorkeling gear, soft drinks, travel insurance, captain and fuel are included in the price. Our recommendation is to start around 10:30am and travel as follows: - First stop is beautiful Green Lagoon near town of Milna, where you can feed the fish and take swim and snorkel. - Second stop is Zaraće, one of a kind 2 horn bay where you can also enjoy swimming and snorkeling. -Third stop is Dubovica bay with beautiful beach and beach bar (This is No1 place on Trip Advisor in Hvar)You can even swim and snorkel in hidden underwater cave! -Fourh stop is natural phenomena Red Rocks, where you can swim and snorkel inside of 2 caves. -Last stop is picturesque town of Sveta Nedjelja where you can have local specialties and taste the best wines in the entire Croatia. Wine cellar is actually bellow the sea!
Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Soft drinks, Travel insurance, Music, Life jackets
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Reviewed By nathalie-pich
It was wonderful, very surprising, beautiful ! The boat was great and the crew really nice. We discovered a lot of incredible areas , the sea was mervellous.
8. Quad Squad HVAR ISLAND!
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Renting experience has always been popular amongst tourists. What makes our offer special is owner's personal recommendations and secret places to visit! Upon return, Kristijan will greet you with a small gift of appreciation to thank you for using our service! See you soon!!!
Inclusions: 2 helmets are included in price!, MAP! Detailed map of Hvar Island will be provided upon arrival with owner's personal recommendations on where to go and what to see!
Exclusions: Consuming any kind of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
Reviewed By marcoh338
I could not be more pleased with my experience of renting a scooter from Real Hvar. Kristijan is a wonderful, kind man. He supplied me with a map and gave wonderful suggestions for routes to explore the island. I had such a great time that I extended my rental one extra day. He also recommended an out-of-the-way authentic restaurant run by a local family and it was the best meal I’ve had on my trip. I never would have discovered it had he not told me about it. The scooter was reliable and ran well. He even delivered it to my Airbnb as part of an arrangement with my host. It was so convenient. Kristijan also gave me his number and was easily reachable to answer any questions. I feel confident to recommend renting from Real Hvar!
9. Discover hidden beauties on private boat trip from Split and Brac
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
A great way for families and groups of friends to spend the day out on the sea discovering hidden beauties on the Adriatic that are difficult to find on your own. The skipper and guide will happily reveal hidden gems of the Adriatic. The route is entirely up to you, whether you are interested in swimming from the boat or sightseeing a fun day awaits. Visit interesting locations such as the magical Blue Cave on the Island of Bisevo, the Green Cave, former army tunnels with a history tour on the Island of Vis, the Island of Hvar, or the famous Golden Cape on the Island of Brac. We will glady suggest the most suitable route based on your group's desires.
Inclusions: Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Fuel
Reviewed By karinfassina
My husband and I stayed in Split for a week and in celebration of our wedding anniversary, my birthday and the pregnancy of our first child, we decided to go on a boat tour and after a lot of research on the internet we came across SeaYou which had really good reviews. As our trip was out of season and during Covid, we had trouble finding a group for the tour, however Marina from SeaYou was very helpful and kept in touch with us regarding all our options. We decided for a Private tour and although we were not planning to spend much on our trip, the tour was worth every penny. We simply had an amazing and unforgettable day and this was due to the great service we received throughout. Since getting in touch with Marina and organising the tour; the skipper’s (his name is Sinisa) concern with us and my pregnancy - he was so careful all the way to make sure the boat wasn’t too fast or too bumpy so I wouldn’t get nauseous or suffer any impacts; and the lovely caring guide Anita, always checking on us, offering water during the day, providing jackets for the wind, checking if the speed of the boat was ok for me etc. Anita also organised a cake with candles at the restaurant where we had lunch in Hvar to celebrate my birthday! The restaurant was recommended by Anita and Sinisa and it was really good. We took a bit longer than expected in Hvar and the crew ensured us that there was no problem in delaying our return a bit. We had a lovely return journey watching the sunset! The boat was spacious and clean, there was great background music during the tour, wi-fi and free bottled water. The crew was very professional, informative and helpful - they took pictures for us and went above and beyond to ensure we had the most amazing experience. We promised we’ll come back next year and we can’t think of a better company to go on a boat tour with in Croatia! Definitely recommend SeaYou, Marina, Anita and Sinisa specifically - THANK YOU SO MUCH!
10. Scooter Adventure HVAR ISLAND!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Renting experience has always been popular amongst tourists. What makes our offer special is owner's personal recommendations and secret places to visit! Upon return, Kristijan will greet you with a small gift of appreciation to thank you for using our service! See you soon!!!
Inclusions: 2 helmets are included in price!, MAP! Detailed map of Hvar Island will be provided upon arrival with Kristijan's personal recommended route, with more than one option available!
Exclusions: Consuming any kind of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
Reviewed By marcoh338
I could not be more pleased with my experience of renting a scooter from Real Hvar. Kristijan is a wonderful, kind man. He supplied me with a map and gave wonderful suggestions for routes to explore the island. I had such a great time that I extended my rental one extra day. He also recommended an out-of-the-way authentic restaurant run by a local family and it was the best meal I’ve had on my trip. I never would have discovered it had he not told me about it. The scooter was reliable and ran well. He even delivered it to my Airbnb as part of an arrangement with my host. It was so convenient. Kristijan also gave me his number and was easily reachable to answer any questions. I feel confident to recommend renting from Real Hvar!
