This summer is the perfect opportunity if you’ve never visited the Adriatic Coast. Whether you’ll be sailing the whole Adriatic or only the Croatian Coast, you’ll have a great time without a doubt. It’s not by chance that this part of Europe is one of the most famous summer destinations – it’s perfect for sailing due to the many charming islands, luxurious marinas and amazing swimming spots.
Before you start your vacation on the Adriatic Coast, check out yacht charters in Croatia for the ultimate comfort. Chartering a boat won’t only guarantee you a luxury vacation, but also maximum flexibility and freedom when sailing. You’ll be able to reach beautiful bays and sea caves that you couldn’t reach by public transport or car.
Best places to anchor on the Coast
Croatia offers a number of great vacation spots on its Coast thanks to the large number of tourists that visit every year. If you’re considering catamarans for charter in Croatia, you’ll easily reach any location on the Coast. First, start by travelling to Istria, the land of good food and amazing wine. By anchoring near Pula, you can visit Rt Kamenjak – the best swimming spot in this region.
By travelling a little bit more to the south, you can reach the marina in Opatija, the city most known for its beautiful promenade on the Riviera. From Opatija, you can explore the town of Rijeka and other great spots such as Novi Vinodolski.
Further to the south, you should visit marinas in Trogir and Primošten – make sure to try Dalmatinski Pršut and amazing wine sorts. Not far from Trogir is the main city of the Dalmatia region, Split, in which you can discover the Diocletian’s Palace and the old town core. Close to Split is the town of Omiš with the estuary of the river Cetina, ideal for day trips.
Island-hopping on the Adriatic Coast
Aside from visiting amazing marinas on the Adriatic Coast, make sure to stop at some of the charming Croatian islands. On your way from Istria, stop at Cres, the island of great lamb meals and luxury marinas, or even the islands of Lošinj.
Since Croatia has a really rugged coastline, you’ll easily sail from one island to another. Island-hopping is the most popular in Dalmatia, and thanks to the catamaran, you’ll only need to sail for a short time between each. Combine the islands of Brač, Hvar and Korčula for the ideal Dalmatian experience – each and every one of them has its perks and natural beauty. Visit olive orchards or local wineries in which you can get a wine-tasting tour.
Exploring Croatia by boat allows you to discover secret bays and beaches that aren’t full of crowds like coastal beaches. A lot of Croatia’s marinas are quite luxurious too. When visiting Croatia, you can plan your whole trip ahead, but make sure to leave some room for unexpected places you discover along the way.