Reviewed · BLUE CAVE TOURS
from Split- ** 5 island tour with visiting Blue Cave, Hvar**
The big draw here is the chance to pack five island experiences into one long day. From Split, you reach Biševo’s Blue Cave, swim near Vis, spend beach time at Budikovac, cruise past the Pakleni Islands, and finish with two hours in Hvar. It is a brisk, sea-focused tour rather than a slow island stay.
I like the variety and the practical setup: boat, crew, fuel, insurance, fresh water, and snorkeling gear are included. I also like that the crew kept the day enjoyable when weather changes disrupted the planned schedule. The drawback is the pace. You spend about 10 hours on the water, with only 30 minutes at Stiniva and roughly one hour at Budikovac, so this is not a relaxed beach holiday.
In This Review
- Key points at a glance
- Five islands, one very full day from Split
- Blue Cave on Biševo comes first
- Stiniva Bay gives you only 30 minutes
- Budikovac is the main swimming break
- The Pakleni Islands are a moving viewpoint
- Two hours in Hvar make the day more flexible
- What the $162 price really covers
- Boat comfort, weather, and the body factor
- The crew and the practical flow
- Who should book this island tour?
- Should you book it?
- FAQ
- Where does the tour start and finish?
- How long does the experience last?
- Which places does the tour visit?
- Is the Blue Cave ticket included?
- What equipment and services are included?
- What should I bring?
Key points at a glance
- Blue Cave on Biševo: Your first major stop, with about an hour for the cave visit and surrounding views.
- Stiniva on Vis: A short 30-minute stop for swimming, snorkeling, photos, or a quick look at one of Croatia’s most famous bays.
- Budikovac swimming time: About an hour at a blue lagoon suited to swimming, sunbathing, and a simple beach break.
- Pakleni Islands by boat: A scenic half-hour passage through small islands and clear water.
- Hvar with two hours free: Enough time for lunch, coffee, a cocktail, shopping, and a walk through town.
- Fast, full-day format: The $162 price covers the boat and core equipment, but not the Blue Cave entrance ticket.
Five islands, one very full day from Split
