Where to Go Private: the 15 Best Dubrovnik VIP Tours

1.Elaphiti Islands On The Luxury Pirate Ship Karaka Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,082 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $67Our pick

Spend 6 to 9 hours aboard the Karaka, a handsome replica of a 16th-century Dubrovnik merchant ship. Swim around Koločep and Lopud, visit Šipan, and add optional honey, olive oil, or wine tastings. Guides such as Daniela, Andreja, Indira, and Darko lead the day in English.

“We highly recommend this tour. The islands were beautiful and the crew were friendly and helpful. The boat was also spacious and clean. The sea was just warm enough for a swim at each of the islands.”

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2.Luxury Blue Cave and Elaphiti Islands Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 796 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about four hours on a catamaran for up to 16 people, visiting Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves and Šunj Beach on Lopud. Snorkel gear, waterproof bags, a restroom, and up to three drinks are included. You must be able to swim from the boat to some stops.

“Beautiful boat ride but in the write up they never told us they would be stopping for lunch so we didn't have as much time in the water as we would have liked. There were also no noodles which would have been pretty helpful.”

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3.Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Island Luxury Pirate Ship Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 678 reviews · 8 hours · from $65

Spend eight hours aboard the Karaka, a spacious replica merchant ship, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. An English-speaking guide such as Indira explains island life and local history, while you choose between walks, farm tastings, wine, swimming, and lunch.

“It was fun way to experience the different island around Dubrovnik! On the two first islands, they offered guided tours and some tasting (not included in the price but not expensive) or you could just walk around by yourself for about an hour. On the last island we stayed for about 3 hours and we had great lunch offers at two different resturants. Would highly recommend this boat tour!”

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4.Blue Cave Premium Half-Day Tour with Panoramic Old Town View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 430 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Join a small boat crew from Dubrovnik’s Old Town Harbor for Blue Cave swims, snorkeling at Koločep, drinks on board, and about an hour at sandy Šunj Beach. Crews such as Vinnie, Mario, Dino, and Catalina are known for friendly help in the water. Bring a towel and expect an active trip.

“The most fun day on a small boat with a great group of people. The staff we’re lovely and enhanced the trip significantly”

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5.Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 355 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Captain Šime, also called Simon, takes your private group of up to seven from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and possibly Šipan aboard a Cap Camarat 7.5. You choose the pace, swim in caves, visit Šunj Beach, and enjoy drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, and a GoPro.

“Had a lovely half day on the boat. Simon was great company and shared anecdotes and history of Croatia. Would definitely recommend.”

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6.From Dubrovnik: Premium Three Island Cruise with lunch and drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $48Best value

Spend about eight hours cruising from Dubrovnik to Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep with lunch, water, soft drinks, and wine included. You’ll have the longest stop on Lopud, enough time for Šunj Beach, and shorter visits to two quieter islands. Hotel pickup is offered within Dubrovnik.

“Had so much fun visiting the islands and eating their local foods and drinking their local wines!!!!”

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7.Bosnia Day Trip: Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls by Luxury Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $72

Travel from Dubrovnik into Bosnia and Herzegovina by air-conditioned minibus, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, a walking tour of Mostar, and time at Kravice Waterfalls. Expect a long day, border checks, local history, and extra fees for the waterfall and tourist tax.

“Our favourite trip from Dubrovnik (we did 3 in total). Worth the smaller tour group size as time to get through border controls is much shorter. Mostar was definitely worth a visit and cheap to buy any souvenir's. Well worth the time it takes to get there and back! Our tour guide from Dubrovnik (Olja) was fantastic - very knowledgeable and kept everyone entertained during our day trip!!”

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8.Elafiti Islands Private Luxury 4-Hour Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a private four-hour speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to Kolocep and Lopud. With a skipper such as Ante, Antun, Pavo, or Maro, you’ll visit the Blue Cave, Green Caves, and Sunj Beach, with drinks and snorkel gear included. Expect a flexible outing, plus a cash fuel surcharge.

“We had a great time with our friendly skipper Anthun. We chose to visit a beach with a couple of clubs available and of course, the blue cave. Even though it might seem like a small entrance to the cave, you will be surprised that the inside is as big as a midsize school bus. Quite beautiful, highly recommended!!”

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9.Sunset and Wine / Dubrovnik Sunset Tour and Premium Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Marko guides you from Dubrovnik Bridge to the quiet Ombla spring and Mount Srđ, where you’ll see the Old Town, Elafiti islands, and Bosnian mountains at sunset while tasting local Croatian wine. Pickup is offered, and the private tour runs about two hours.

“Marko was a truly wonderful tour guide. He was passionate and knowledgeable, giving us insight into not only everyday life, but Dubrovnik as whole. We also got to sample some of the amazing local wines, which was an added treat!”

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10.Luxury Private Boat Tour to Elaphiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Dubrovnik with Captain Robert on a private boat for up to six people. Spend four to eight hours visiting Elafiti Islands, and possibly Mljet, with time for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, caves, village stops, and a restaurant lunch arranged ashore. Drinks and equipment are included.

“This tour was the highlight of our trip! Robert, the owner of the boat took us to wonderful places, where we swam in caves, snorkeled and enjoyed the beautiful views. We stopped at an amazing lunch spot and spent the day on the water, reveling in the beauty. Robert is wonderful - personable, polite, knowledgeable. We had an amazing day. Five stars and we highly recommend this tour!!”

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11.Private luxury speedboat tour-Islands, caves, beaches, snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Dubrovnik with a private skipper such as Toni or Roko for a flexible speedboat day among caves, beaches, and islands. Swim in Koločep’s Blue Cave, stop for lunch on Šipan, walk Lopud, relax at Šunj, or choose the longer Mljet option.

“From start to end everything was just perfect Tony was the best and made it a bespoke trip I would definitely recommend very good value for money too”

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12.Blue & Green Cave Experience: Drinks, Snorkeling & Šunj Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

From Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik Speedboat Tour takes you to Lopud’s sandy Šunj Beach and Koločep’s Blue and Green caves. You get about two hours at each stop, plus beer, white wine, water, and snorkeling gear. Boat operator Tom is noted for being helpful. Lunch is not included.

“Great day on the water for swimmers and non-swimmers alike. Small group and beautiful views made this my favorite day so far in Croatia!!”

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13.Croatia Luxury Villa and Yacht Combo Package on Korcula Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $5,805

Spend seven nights in a luxury villa in Lumbarda on Korčula with Captain Zoran’s team, then cruise by private motor yacht to Mljet, Lastovo, Dubrovnik, Vis, Hvar, and Brač. Expect homemade meals, guided walks, swimming stops, and a small group of up to 12 people.

“Firstly, if you are unsure or hesitate about booking this 7 night adventure. Don't be!! This will be the best part of your trip. If your looking for a boutique holiday experience then you are in the right place. The Korcula Adventures team is small, highlRead more”

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14.Luxury Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $102

Join Goran of Simply H for a private two-hour drive through Dubrovnik’s best viewpoints. You’ll see Franjo Tuđman Bridge, the Ombla River, and Mount Srđ before tasting Miloš Rose, Pošip Matuško, and Dingač Matuško at sunset.

“More than I expected Goran was extremely generous in sharing his knowledge of Dubrovnik serving me like royalty with superb wine & scenery. The unexpected places we visited were exceptional I learnt so much and cannot wait to return. It was perfect.”

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15.Luxury Private Elaphiti Islands boat tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Gruž Port with a private skipper such as Loren or Dominik for a 4 to 8-hour speedboat trip through the Elaphiti Islands. Swim at Šunj Beach, explore the Blue Cave and Three Hidden Caves, and add Šipan and Sikirica Beach on the full-day route.

“Would absolutely recommend this tour! We had the boat to ourselves (group of 5) and Loren made the experience so enjoyable. Communication was great, we were sent instructions on where to meet the night before. The experience was so fun with lots of places to explore. We were able to swim in the water and loren provided life vests and goggles. Will book again on our return to Dubrovnik :)”

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