Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner
Overview
The island of Hvar offers many original and hidden places, together with stunning views, like Pakleni and the neighbouring islands. Enjoy the spectacular views and the scenery of amazing Hvar. Get in touch with rural life of the island of Hvar and 3-course lunch/dinner in the village.
"Peka" – traditional meal prepared under the iron bell covered with the ash. We can offer you meet (lamb and veal) or Octopus Peka, baked with vegetables. Vegetarian meal available. Peka can be made for minimum of 2 people. Please specify.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 3-course lunch or dinner
- Local Driver/guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Please contact us to schedule the exact time of meeting you when staying somewhere we can meet by car. Meet the guide/driver in front of the Hotel or any other accommodation on a driveway, where we can meet by car. Pick up is free of charge. If you will not confirm your pick up with us, we will wait for you on a centrally located point (Bus station). If your Rental House, Apartment or any other Hotel Accommodation is not listed and can be reached by car, please contact us for pick up and we'll try to arrange a pick up for you. If your Cruise ship, ferry, or any other ship arrives in Hvar city Port we will meet you on a Meeting Point at Hvar Bus station, which is only 5 minutes walk from the Hvar city port.
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21450, Hvar, Croatia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Your tour begins at the French Fortress built by Napoleon’s troops, on St. Nicholas hill (which was used as a reconnaissance site and lookout) and has a scenic view of Hvar town, the Spanish Fortress, Pakleni and Vis islands. You will continue with a drive through the green and rural island of Hvar, passing through Brusje, where you will be able to walk through the Lavender fields, (seasonal options June - July).
Continue along an old island road "paved" with amazing views. Pass by perfect views of the island's deepest bays, and eventually reach the fascinating village of Velo Grablje founded in the 14th century. Explore the village's stone houses and courtyards as you admire the area architecture, walking the narrow streets as you absorb the settlement's timeless charms. Today the village is nearly abandoned, but a few permanent villagers remain. Although it was once a rich and prosperous place, famous for its good wine and olive oil production. Honey production was also well known in the village as well, together with lavender oil being the leading one in Europe of the time.
As you leave Velo Grablje, continue to the abandoned village of Malo Grablje and then finish the day with authentic Dalmatian lunch or dinner (depending on the time of day). A sample menu is below.
Sample 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers (minimum of 2 people) to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- 3-course lunch or dinner.
- Local Driver/guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 3-course lunch or dinner
- Local Driver/guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers (minimum of 2 people) to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
