Croatia has an easy-going lifestyle, great hospitality, delicious food and wine, and of course a beautiful and diverse landscape. The Istrian peninsula is on the western side of Croatia and is the largest peninsula, attracting over 4 million visitors every single year. Istria has a unique natural beauty, with photogenic medieval towns, fishing villages, and charming towns, including Rovinj, Poreč, and Motovun, to name a few. The Dalmatian coast extends from Zadar to Dubrovnik and is 200 miles long. There are many charming old towns and attractions one can visit, which have Venetian and Greek origins. The town of Dubrovnik is the most visited old town, known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” It was developed in the 13th century as an important seaport for the Mediterranean Sea. The old town of Hvar was once a naval base of the Venetian empire, and it now offers an amazing gastronomic and cultural experience in Croatia. The Adriatic Sea is a natural wonder, caressed by the currents of the Mediterranean waters and, with more than 1,000 islands to discover, you can have an unforgettable experience in Croatia.

On the Istrian coast, you can hire a yacht with a large group and start touring Cape Kamenjak and the nature reserve of Premantura. The Brijuni National park is composed of 14 islands with incredible waters, which are also great for snorkeling. For a 3-day yacht charter in Croatia, Porec, Rovinj, and Pula have spectacular rugged coastlines and scenic beaches that can be included in your itinerary.

The nearby islands of Split are not only great for daily charters, but are always included in week-long itineraries because of the numerous coves and anchorages for all types of yachts. Keep in mind that Trogir is also an alternative location to begin or end a sailing route in Croatia with a yacht, as it is situated on the coast of Kastela bay and has vey old historic traditions. All levels of divers as well as a lot of people come here to discover the underwater corals, sponges, lobsters, and octopi, making it a great way to top-off your island-hopping adventure in Split.

If you want to go a little further, you can visit Vis, Komiza, Korcula, or Hvar during your week yacht charter in Croatia. Do not miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the island’s culture and enjoy the stunning cuisine. It is worth mentioning that Hvar is known for its parties and world-class restaurants. One can also marvel at the historic Centre, with rare Dalmatian palaces, walled towns, and gothic architecture, dating back to the 13-century. The Pakleni islands are easily accessible from Hvar, which has a couple of fantastic restaurants on the seaside.

If you go even further down the Adriatic Coast in Southern Dalmatia, you will come across the lovely town of Dubrovnik. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, also featured in Game of Thrones. If you rent a yacht in Dubrovnik for a day trip, you will have the option to explore the Elafiti islands, consisting of Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan. For longer itineraries, you can even extend to the Balkan gem of Montenegro, where you will dock into Kotor Bay. The beauty of Croatia is that all yachts provide an authentic experience under sunny weather and promise safe sailing conditions. Croatia offers a backward sailing route as well, from Split to Dubrovnik or from Dubrovnik to Split, with multiple destinations, such as Milna and Komiza that meet halfway.