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Šibenik · Embarkation
Board in Dubrovnik and spend the first evening inside the walls of the Pearl of the Adriatic — the Stradun, the city ramparts at dusk, dinner ashore. Night in port.
Route · 14 nights (15 days)
The Grand Voyage — Dubrovnik to the Kornati
A 14-Day One-Way Yacht Charter from Dubrovnik to the Kornati
The Grand Voyage is our most ambitious itinerary — a fourteen-night, one-way yacht charter that sails the length of the Croatian coast, from the walled city of Dubrovnik to the labyrinth of the Kornati islands. Embarking in Dubrovnik, you cruise the Elaphiti Islands and the green national park of Mljet before crossing to remote Lastovo and the wine island of Korčula. The route lingers over the oyster beds of Mali Ston, the Blue Cave of Biševo and the fishing harbour of Komiža on Vis, then works north through Hvar, the golden beaches of Bol, the Roman core of Split and the medieval streets of Trogir. The final days reach the Krka waterfalls at Skradin and the otherworldly, uninhabited Kornati archipelago — eighty-nine islands of bare white stone and impossibly clear water — before disembarkation in Šibenik. Two full weeks aboard allow the journey to breathe: time to swim every day, to know each island, and to experience the whole of Dalmatia in a single, unforgettable voyage.
Why This Route
Route Highlights
- The complete coast in one voyage — Dubrovnik to the Kornati, nothing skipped
- Three national parks (Mljet, Krka, Kornati) plus Lastovo nature park
- Two full weeks, with built-in days at anchor to slow down where you want to
- A true one-way passage: the scenery is entirely different on the last day from the first
Day by Day
Your Itinerary
Each stop is the captain's starting point — fully customisable to weather, sea state and your wishes.
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Šibenik → Dubrovnik & Šipan (Elaphiti Islands)
A gentle first cruise to Šipan, largest of the Elaphiti Islands — citrus groves, a sleepy harbour and a calm anchorage to settle into the rhythm of the trip.
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Šipan → Mljet
On to Mljet, a third of it national park: two saltwater lakes, a Benedictine monastery on its own islet, and pine forest down to the water. Swim, walk, and dine on fresh fish.
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Mljet (at anchor)
A full day on Mljet. Kayak the lakes, cycle the park trails, take the tender to a hidden cove. The first of the voyage's unhurried days.
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Mljet → Lastovo
Cross to Lastovo, one of the most remote and unspoilt islands in the Adriatic — a protected nature park, some of the darkest night skies in Europe, and barely another boat in sight.
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Lastovo → Korčula
North to Korčula, its walled medieval town said to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. Sunset on the ramparts, and the island's Pošip and Grk white wines straight from the source.
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Korčula → Mali Ston → Vis
Begin with a morning at Mali Ston on the Pelješac peninsula, where the oysters come straight from the bay, then make the longer crossing west to remote Vis.
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Vis (Komiža & the Blue Cave)
A full day on Vis — the Blue Cave on neighbouring Biševo by tender at the right hour, quiet coves all to yourself, and a seafood dinner in Komiža.
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Vis → Hvar
Across to Hvar, anchoring off the Pakleni Islands for the best swimming on the coast before Hvar Town's celebrated evening on the promenade.
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Hvar → Bol (Brač)
Round to Bol on the island of Brač, beneath Zlatni Rat — the shifting golden cape that's Croatia's signature beach. Windsurf, swim, and an evening on the lively waterfront.
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Bol → Split
Cruise to Split. An afternoon inside Diocletian's Palace — a living Roman quarter of bars and markets — and dinner in one of the city's best kitchens.
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Split → Trogir
A short hop to Trogir, a UNESCO-listed island town of Venetian palaces and narrow stone lanes. A relaxed day and an evening stroll along the riva.
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Trogir → Skradin (Krka National Park)
North to the mouth of the Krka and up the estuary to Skradin. Take the tender or park boat to the Skradinski Buk waterfalls for a freshwater swim, then a riverside dinner.
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Skradin → Kornati Islands
Out to the Kornati archipelago — eighty-nine islands of bare white karst and impossibly clear water, a wild contrast to where the voyage began two weeks earlier. A final night at anchor under the stars.
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Kornati → Šibenik · Disembarkation
A short final leg to Šibenik. Breakfast aboard, a last look at the UNESCO Cathedral of St. James, and disembarkation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the The Grand Voyage — Dubrovnik to the Kornati yacht charter route?
The The Grand Voyage — Dubrovnik to the Kornati route is 14 nights (15 days). It departs from Šibenik and returns to Šibenik. Like every Splendid Yachting itinerary it is fully flexible — your captain adapts each leg to the weather, sea state and your wishes.
Which stops does the The Grand Voyage — Dubrovnik to the Kornati route include?
This itinerary visits Šibenik, Dubrovnik & Šipan, Mljet, Lastovo, Korčula, Vis, Hvar, Bol, Split, Trogir, Skradin and Kornati Islands — 12 curated stops in total. Each stop is the captain's suggested starting point and can be swapped, shortened or extended.
Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes. Every Splendid Yachting route is a starting point, not a fixed schedule. Your captain tailors the daily plan to sea conditions, your pace and special requests — from hidden anchorages and beach clubs to Michelin-level dining ashore.
When is the best time to sail this route in Croatia?
The Croatian charter season runs from May to October. June and September offer warm seas with fewer crowds, while July and August are peak summer. We plan and book this route year-round for the season that suits you best.
Which yacht can I charter for the The Grand Voyage — Dubrovnik to the Kornati route?
Any crewed motor yacht in the Splendid Yachting fleet can run this itinerary — from intimate 14–18 metre yachts for six guests to 40 metre-plus superyachts. Sara will match the right yacht and crew to your group size and budget.
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