Island Hopping Boat Excursion with Lunch (Trogir,Blue Lagoon, Šolta)

Trogir’s stone lanes, a long swim at Blue Lagoon, and lunch on the water make this an easy way to pack three very different Dalmatian stops into one day. I especially like the choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian lunch, plus the practical extras: snorkeling equipment, floating mattresses, fruit, and drinks during the trip. The stop in Maslinica adds a small-island feel that you will not get from Trogir alone.

The main trade-off is comfort. This is a full eight hours on a shared boat, with room for up to 48 people, and one recorded experience noted that the seats had no cushions and drinks were not handed out during the first ride to Trogir. Bring water for the opening stretch and expect a lively outing, not a polished yacht cruise.

Key points to know before you book

• Three distinct stops in one day: See historic Trogir, swim at Blue Lagoon, and visit Maslinica on Šolta.
• A proper lunch choice: Select fish, meat, or vegetarian food when booking.
• Useful water-time extras: Snorkeling equipment and floating mattresses are included.
• Drinks are part of the package: Water, soda, and wine are served during the trip, while beer costs extra.
• A large shared boat: The maximum group size is 48, which keeps the price reasonable but limits privacy.
• Weather matters: The trip can be moved or refunded if poor weather prevents departure.

Why this boat day works well from Slatine

At $57.28 per person, this is priced as a broad, all-day outing rather than a short sightseeing transfer. Your fare covers the boat, fuel surcharge, lunch, several drinks, snorkeling equipment, fruit, WiFi, and use of the onboard restroom. Add three coastal stops and the price is reasonable for visitors who want a simple day plan without arranging separate boats, meals, and beach time.

The meeting point is Bura Line in Slatine, at Put Duboke Garme 3. Slatine sits on Ciovo Island, so check your own route to the departure point carefully. The boat leaves at 10:00 a.m. and returns to the same meeting point, giving you a clear beginning and end to the day.

I like the way the route mixes sightseeing with time to swim. Many boat trips in this part of Croatia focus almost entirely on coves and beaches, while this one gives Trogir a full stop at the start. You get a taste of architecture and local streets before spending the warmer part of the afternoon in the sea.

The current rating is 3.7 from six reviews, so I would book with realistic expectations. The strongest reasons to choose it are the route, included food, and water activities. The weaker points are the basic seating and the possibility of a crowded boat.

Trogir gives the morning a cultural start

The first stop is Trogir, a UNESCO-listed old town with narrow cobbled streets enclosed by old city walls. You have about one hour and five minutes here, with no separate admission ticket required.

That is enough time to walk through the central lanes, take in the stone buildings, and look for artwork by local and visiting artists. The town is compact, which helps on a short stop. You can get a useful first impression without needing a long guided visit or a museum schedule.

I would use this hour for a purposeful walk rather than a sit-down meal. Follow the stone lanes, pause for photographs, and keep an eye on the departure time. Trogir rewards wandering, but a one-hour stop is not long enough for a slow lunch, several museums, and a relaxed café break.

This part of the trip also sets a good rhythm. You begin with streets and architecture, then move toward open water and swimming. If your priority is a detailed historical tour of Trogir, this excursion will feel brief. If you simply want to add the town to a day at sea, the timing is useful.

Blue Lagoon is the main swimming stop

The boat reaches Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjasi Bay, at about 2:15 p.m. You get roughly one hour and 40 minutes for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling. That is the longest stop, and it is likely to be the day’s central beach break.

Snorkeling equipment is available onboard, so you do not need to bring your own mask and fins. Floating mattresses are also included, which gives you another way to spend the stop if you would rather drift than swim continuously.

The appeal here is simple: clear coastal water, sun, and a generous block of time with no sightseeing agenda. You can split the stop between a swim, a little snorkeling, and time on the floating mattress. The schedule gives you enough room to enjoy the water without feeling rushed after only a quick photo stop.

Keep in mind that this is a popular focal point of the route, not a private cove reserved for your group. With up to 48 people on the boat, the atmosphere can be social. If you want silence and personal space, this may not be your ideal boat day. If you like having equipment, refreshments, and a set swimming window handled for you, it makes the outing easy.

Sun protection matters here. The supplied details do not list umbrellas or shaded seating, so bring whatever sun protection you normally use. A towel and dry change of clothes are also sensible for a day built around swimming, though they are not listed as included items.

Maslinica on Šolta adds a smaller island stop

After Blue Lagoon, the route continues to Šolta and the fishing village of Maslinica. You have about one hour to look around.

Maslinica gives the day a different character from both Trogir and Blue Lagoon. Instead of old-town lanes or open-water swimming, you get a small village setting with beaches, beach bars, restaurants, and street art made by local artists. It is a good place to slow down after the busier swimming stop.

One hour is enough for a walk, a look at the local artwork, and perhaps a short break near the water. It is not enough to treat Maslinica as a full island visit, so I would think of it as a compact taste of Šolta. Lunch is included as part of the wider excursion, so you do not need to plan your day around buying a restaurant meal here.

The village stop is particularly useful if you want more than beach time. Trogir gives you formal old-town character, while Maslinica offers a smaller coastal community and contemporary local art. Together, they make the route feel more varied than a simple swim cruise.

Lunch, drinks, and what is actually included

Lunch is included, with a choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian food. Leave your preference as a note when booking. That small step matters, since the choice is part of the planning rather than something to assume you can arrange after boarding.

Water, soda, and wine are served during the trip. Seasonal fruit is offered toward the end, providing a light finish after the meal and swimming. Beer is not included, so budget separately if that is your preferred drink.

One practical point deserves attention: a recorded experience found that drinks were not handed out during the first ride from Slatine to Trogir. The general inclusion says drinks are served during the whole trip, but I would still bring a bottle of water for the opening leg. It costs little and avoids starting an eight-hour day thirsty.

The lunch choice adds real value at this price. A full day on the coast can become expensive once you add a meal, drinks, and equipment rentals. Here, the basic costs are bundled together, although you should not expect a fine-dining meal or a private dining setting.

Boat comfort and group size

The maximum capacity is 48 people. That helps explain the accessible price, but it also tells you what kind of experience this is. You are booking a shared excursion with a set route and a broad mix of people, not a quiet charter with a flexible schedule.

The boat has a restroom and WiFi, both useful on an eight-hour outing. Snorkeling equipment and floating mattresses are also available onboard, so you can pack lighter than you would for a fully independent beach day.

Comfort is the main concern. One experience specifically noted that there were no seat cushions, which can matter during a long day on the water. If you are sensitive to hard seating, consider bringing a small personal cushion if practical and allowed. You should also expect the ride to feel basic rather than luxurious.

The boat has a fuel surcharge included in the price, so there should be no separate fuel fee added to the advertised cost. Service animals are allowed, and the activity is near public transportation. Most people can participate, though the information does not provide detailed guidance for specific mobility needs.

Timing, weather, and cancellation rules

The trip starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends back at the Slatine meeting point after about eight hours. The Blue Lagoon arrival is listed for around 2:15 p.m., so the schedule leaves time for the opening ride, Trogir, lunch, and the later island stop.

Arrive ready for a full day rather than a short boat transfer. You will be moving between town streets, a swimming area, and a village, so wear clothes that work for both walking and water activities.

Weather can affect the trip. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. The experience also requires a minimum number of bookings, and if that number is not reached, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off uses local time.

Who should book this excursion

I would recommend this day to you if you want variety without arranging several separate outings. Families, couples, and small groups who enjoy a mixture of town walks, swimming, and easy sightseeing will get the most from it.

It also suits anyone who wants predictable costs. Lunch, non-beer drinks, fruit, fuel, snorkeling gear, a mattress, WiFi, and the restroom are all part of the package. That is a useful bundle for a summer day in Croatia.

You should think twice if your priority is privacy, quiet, or high-end comfort. The group can reach 48 people, the seating may be firm, and the route does not appear designed for long, unplanned stays at any one stop. It is also not the right choice if you want a detailed guided tour of Trogir, since the old town visit lasts just over an hour.

For swimmers, the Blue Lagoon stop is the strongest reason to book. For culture-minded visitors, Trogir and Maslinica provide enough variety to keep the day from becoming only a beach outing.

Should you book the Slatine to Trogir, Blue Lagoon, and Šolta route?

Book it if you want an affordable, full-day introduction to this part of the Dalmatian coast, with a UNESCO-listed town, a long swimming stop, and a small village visit in one schedule. The included lunch and drinks make the $57.28 price easier to justify, especially if you would otherwise pay separately for a meal and snorkeling gear.

Skip it if you need padded seats, a small group, or a flexible private itinerary. Bring water for the first ride, choose your meal in advance, and treat the boat as practical rather than luxurious. With those expectations, this is a sensible way to see several highlights from Slatine in one well-packed day.

FAQ

Where does the boat excursion start?

It starts at Bura Line in Slatine, at Put Duboke Garme 3, 21224, Croatia.

What time does the excursion begin?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 a.m.

How long does the experience last?

The excursion lasts approximately eight hours and returns to the original meeting point.

Which places does the boat visit?

The route includes Trogir, Blue Lagoon, also known as Krknjasi Bay, and Maslinica village on Šolta Island.

Is lunch included?

Yes. You can choose a fish, meat, or vegetarian meal. Leave your preference as a note when booking.

Are drinks included?

Water, soda, and wine are served during the trip. Beer is not included.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and floating mattresses are available onboard.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund.