Once you have been picked up from Hvar, this small-group tour begins with The French Fortress built by Napoleon’s troops, on St. Nicholas hill (which was used as a place of reconnaissance and lookout) and has a scenic view of Hvar town, the Spanish Fortress, Pakleni and Vis islands.

Tour continues driving through the green island of Hvar, passing through Brusje, where you will be able to walk through the lavender fields, (seasonal options June - July).

Onto the port of Stari Grad, these old roads are paved with amazing views. Then, approach the fascinating town of Stari Grad, once known as Pharia and Pharos the island’s capital. Continuing through the stone streets along the new Riva, stopping for a coffee, and visiting the fortress “Tvrdalj” once belonging to the poet Petar Hektorović. Hektorović dedicated all his life to his fortress and still boasts the original fish pond.

Continue through the well-known UNESCO protected areas (vineyards and olives), to the small charming town of Vrbovska. This town in Hvar is named for the many small stone bridges that connect the town over its narrow winding canal and the unique St. Mary of Mercy fortress - church.

Your next stop is for a wine tasting at one of the best vineyards on the island (either Tomić or Carić vinery).

As you head back, you will be treated with an authentic Dalmatian lunch/dinner in an abandoned ethno-eco village of Malo Grablje or an Olive grove Konoba (depends on availability).

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 (octopus on request).

Dessert:

Simple traditional desert with almonds

Beverage:

Local wine, water, grappa - local brandy made by our host

Points of Interest

• Fort Napoljun - Napolean

• Tvrdalj Castle

• Stari Grad Plain

• Fortress Church of St. Mary of Mercy

• Vrboska Otok Hvar

• Wine tasting
• Driver/guide
• Pickup and drop-off from your Hvar hotel, the bus station or the ferry port in Stari Grad
• Lunch
• Local taxes

• Gratuities

Enjoy this small-group tour encompassing scenic views, the towns of Stari Grad and Vrbovska, wine tasting (Carić, Duboković, Ventus or Tomić winery), lavender fields (seasonal June - July) and Authentic Dalmatian lunch/dinner in one of the villages. Menu: Fish dish: Dalmatian “Gregada” (Stew) with Potatoes or Meat dish: Dalmatian “Pašticada” (stewed beef dish) with gnocchi Dessert: Daily desert Beverage: Local wine, water

• Minimum drinking age is 18 years.
• Vegetarian, Meat or Octopus (Fish) option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
• If your hotel in Hvar town is not reachable by car we will meet you at Hvar Bus station.
• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.