Dubrovnik to Split with a stop on the Makarska Riviera
The road from Dubrovnik to Split passes the Makarska Riviera, a line of pebble beaches with the Biokovo mountain right behind them. On a hot day it is the obvious place to stop for a swim.
We usually stop in Makarska itself or in Brela, depending on what you prefer: a town promenade with cafés, or a quieter beach under the pine trees.
At a glance
- Route
- Dubrovnik – Pelješac Bridge – Makarska or Brela – Split
- Planned time
- Around 7 to 8 hours
- Best for
- Summer days, swimming and lunch
- Price
- Price on request
- Vehicles
- VW Passat, up to 4 passengers · VW Caddy, up to 6 (4 with full luggage)
Stops along the way
Pelješac Bridge
The first part of the drive goes north from Dubrovnik and over the bridge, without a border crossing.
Makarska or Brela
Makarska has a long promenade, a harbour and plenty of places for lunch. Brela is smaller and known for its beaches and clear water. Two to three hours is enough for a swim and a meal.
Split
About an hour from the riviera. We drop you off at your accommodation or the ferry port.
Good to know
Bring swimwear and a towel in your hand luggage so you don't have to open the suitcases. The stop can be shorter or longer; tell us when you need to be in Split.
Other transfers
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Dubrovnik – Split via Ston
Walk the walls of Ston or have oysters in Mali Ston, then cross the Pelješac Bridge to Split.
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Dubrovnik – Split via Počitelj and Mostar
A longer day inland: the stone village of Počitelj, time in Mostar, then on to Split.
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Dubrovnik – Korčula via Ston
Across Pelješac with a stop in Ston and time among the vineyards, then the short ferry to Korčula.
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Dubrovnik – Zadar via Ston and Šibenik
A long coastal day north, with Ston in the morning and Šibenik in the afternoon.
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Dubrovnik – Budva via Perast and Kotor
Into Montenegro along the Bay of Kotor, with stops in Perast and Kotor before Budva.
