Day 5: Ferry to Korcula

Korcula
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Day 5: Ferry to Korcula

You have a few options in returning to Dubrovnik, from where you’ll most likely be flying out.

You can reverse the outbound portion, driving from Split back to Dubrovnik.

You can take a 6 1/2 hour ferry from Hvar to Dubrovnik

Makarska Coast 01
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You can see if Atlas Travel (there are agencies everywhere) is running a tour from Hvar to Dubrovnik so you can take advantage of the private hydrofoil as unfortunately there are no regular hydrofoils to/from Hvar and Dubrovnik

I prefer to split up the trip and spend the night on Korcula, a 3-hour ferry from Hvar.

To Do on Korcula

One of the largest islands in the Adriatic, Korcula is covered with dense pine forests and rumored to be the home of Marco Polo. Korcula Town, a quaint village surrounded by 13th century walls. You truly get a sense of how exquisite this medieval town is when you drive uphill and peer back down at this idyllic citadel perched on the sapphire blue sea. Korcula also possesses attractive beaches (some with actual sand) and a sensational coastline.

Makarska Coast 02
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Where to Stay on Korcula

While overnighting on Korcula isn’t a must, it’s a nice stop on your way back to Dubrovnik.

If you wish to just spend a few hours on Korcula, you can:

Take an afternoon ferry

Pre-arrange a hydrofoil with Atlas Travel

Rent a car, hop the car ferry to the tip of the Peljesac Peninsula and drive back (approx 4 hours)

If you wish to spend the night, the Hotel Korcula is the best on the island.