Dalmatia — 7 days from Split (ACI Marina Split)
The classic 7-day South Dalmatian charter loop departing from ACI Marina Split.
The trail
Not for navigation — always consult official nautical charts and pilot books.
Report this trailWhat to expect
Covering approximately 150 NM round-trip, the route visits Milna (Brač), Hvar Town, Stari Grad, Pomena (Mljet National Park), Korčula Town, Biševo (Blue Cave) and Vis, returning via Maslinica (Šolta). Short crossings of 10–33 NM, warm clear waters June–September, and a mix of lively towns, medieval walled cities, a national park and quiet anchorages make this one of the most popular charter routes in the Mediterranean.
Places you'll go
Day 1 · MarinaSplit (ACI Marina Split)
Well-protected ACI marina · 30 min from Split International Airport · Online reservable berths
Day 1 · Anchorage · 1 nightMilna, Brač
10 nmSheltered bay on Brač island · Free anchorage option at Milna Bay
Day 2 · Town quay · 1 nightHvar Town
17 nmFamous nightlife and restaurants · Venetian architecture and old town · Lavender fields nearby
Day 3 · Town quay · 1 nightStari Grad, Hvar Island
12 nmAncient Greek colonial town · UNESCO World Heritage Plain · Quieter alternative to Hvar Town
Day 4 · Anchorage · 1 nightPomena, Mljet National Park
28 nmMljet National Park entry point · Saltwater lakes within the park · Benedictine monastery on island in the lake · One of the greenest islands in Croatia
Day 5 · Town quay · 1 nightKorčula Town
15 nmMedieval walled old town · Birthplace of Marco Polo (claimed) · Sword dance (Moreška) performances · Excellent local wine
Day 6 · AnchorageBiševo (Blue Cave)
33 nmFamous Blue Cave (Modra Špilja) · Dramatic blue light effect inside the cave · Snorkelling around the island
Day 6 · Marina · 1 nightVis Town
5 nmUnspoilt island, long off-limits as Yugoslav military base · Excellent seafood restaurants · Ancient Roman and Greek ruins · Local Vugava wine
Day 7 · AnchorageMaslinica, Šolta
32 nmQuiet village anchorage on Šolta · Šešula Bay free anchorage nearby · Good swimming and snorkelling
Day 7 · MarinaSplit (ACI Marina Split)
10 nmReturn to base · Diocletian's Palace nearby for final evening
When to go
Good to know
Nearest airport to Split (ACI Marina Split): Split (SPU) · ~20–25 min to the base.
Provisioning for 2–10 crew over 7 days — see the Galley cookbook for boat-friendly recipes and what a week's shop actually looks like.
Charter price isn't shown here — it varies by boat, season and operator. Get a quote directly from a charter company for this base before you book.
Crew briefing
Seven days of island-hopping from Split — party nights in Hvar, tranquil national park walks on Mljet, Blue Cave at Biševo, medieval old town of Korčula, and a lazy return via Maslinica. June and September offer the best value and fewest crowds. Budget €500–900 for the week's marina fees if mixing paid berths with free anchoring. Airport transfers to the boat can be arranged for ~€35–55 (4 pax).
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