Top 10 Day Trips from Split

1.Krka National Park Day Trip with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,321 reviews · 8h 30m · from $31Our pick

Travel from Split by air-conditioned coach to Krka National Park, where your English-speaking host explains the route before you explore on foot. Follow educational trails past waterfalls, watermills, and an Ethno village, then take a 30-minute river boat to Skradin for a swim and free time. Guides may include Tin, Lorena, Marija, Leo, or Bruno.

“Very good value for this tour. The park is amazing”

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2.Blue Cave, Vis & Hvar Full-Day Trip by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 976 reviews · 10 hours · from $147

Spend 10 hours speeding from Split to Biševo, Vis, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. You’ll visit the glowing Blue Cave, swim in clear Adriatic water, explore Komiža and Hvar Town, and travel with an English-speaking skipper and guide. The €18 to €24 Blue Cave ticket costs extra, and rough seas can change the route.

“Well organised, prompt and really friendly service. The boat was comfortable, spacious and clean. All the stops were great and good recommendations were given for each stop. The tour guide Angela and the skipper were great. Highly recommend booking this tour.”

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3.Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 925 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $49

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park with an English-speaking guide, see Skradinski Buk, ride by boat through the Krka canyon, swim in Skradin, and finish with local wine and optional homemade food. Guides such as Dario and Ernest are known for clear timing, Croatian stories, and plenty of free time.

“The tour was fantastic and very well planned. Ernest was very friendly and gave some really good insights about Croatia during the tour. Highly recommend it!”

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4.Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip & Boat to Skradin

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 763 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $31

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Dario, Darijo, Mate, or Rozana. Walk the forest trails to Skradinski Buk, visit old stone workshops and watermills, then take a 30-minute boat ride to Skradin for free time, food, and a swim.

“Informative, friendly and expert guide. Free time allowed to explore the national park at our leisure. Free time again to explore Skradin at our leisure with some recommended spots provided by our guide. And decided to jump at the opportunity for a wine tasting (€15 pp) in Skradin. Highly recommend”

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5.Split or Trogir: Blue Cave, Vis, and Hvar Speedboat Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 454 reviews · from $128

Spend 11 hours racing across the Adriatic from Split or Trogir with an English-speaking captain and crew. Visit the Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. You will swim, snorkel, explore narrow streets, and ride a covered speedboat, with guides such as Ella, Mia, Enzo, and Tomo reported on recent departures.

“Felt that a lot was covered in one day. Could have done without the final stop at the island as by that time most people were ready to head home.”

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6.Plitvice Lakes Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 389 reviews · 12 hours · from $57

Leave Split early for Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia’s famous chain of lakes and waterfalls. You’ll travel by air-conditioned coach, walk the wooden trails, see the Great Waterfall, and use the park’s boat and shuttle connections. Guides such as Mia, Ivanka, and Sanja often add history and practical help, though the tour is sold as unguided.

“Mia and Sonya were great guides! Told us lots of facts about the national parks and the different areas we went past on the bus! Also showed us some great spots around the national park and we had some free time at the end where we were free to explore where we wished in the national park”

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7.From Split or Trogir: Trogir and Blue Lagoon Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 218 reviews · from $67

Travel by speedboat from Split or Trogir to the old town of Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. You get about an hour in Trogir, 75 minutes to swim, and 75 minutes in the fishing village. English-speaking skippers such as Beri, Ivana, Thomas, and Ivan keep the outing friendly and flexible.

“Great experience! Berry was the perfect skipper and gave us the freedom to dictate where/when/how long we’d want to stay at said destinations. Highly recommend!!”

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8.Dubrovnik Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 120 reviews · 12 hours · from $82

Travel from Split to Dubrovnik by air-conditioned bus, then join an English-speaking guide such as Ivanka, Petar, or Tin for a walk along Stradun, Orlando’s Column, Sponza Palace, Rector’s Palace, and the old city walls. You’ll have free time for food, more sightseeing, or a beach walk before returning via Ston.

“Very informative guide enhanced the beautiful city. Pleased we picked a day when no cruise ships were in port.”

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9.Private Krka Waterfalls Day Trip from Split including Wine Tasting & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Bruno of Beautiful Day Private Tours & Transfers takes you from Split to Krka National Park in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. After the waterfalls, visit Mateo’s 500-year-old family winery in Plastovo for three wines, homemade Croatian food, olive oil, and a relaxed look at rural life.

“Beautiful tour of the waterfalls and the wine tasting was excellent! Our tour guide, Bruno, was knowledgeable and friendly.”

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10.Brac Island One-Day Trip with the Sailboat Nana – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Join Mario and Karla aboard the private sailboat Nana for an eight-hour trip from Omiš to Brač. Sail to Pučišća, swim in Konopljikova Cove, try snorkeling and paddleboarding, and eat a homemade Croatian lunch with drinks included. The crew can also let you take the helm.

“We had a beautiful day with Mario and Carla! They are warm, genuine people who were pleasure to spend the day with. Our comfort and pleasure was their primary concern. Their hospitality is unmatched. The personal touches were unbelievable! The home cooked lunch and home brewed beer and homemade wine was delicious. My young adult sons enjoyed learning to sail a little bit! Their suggestions for touring the town on the island Brac were excellent! This day really was very special and will be the highlight of our trip to Croatia”

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