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Hvar is a versatile island that you can explore for months, and you still might not get to see ALL the gems this island hides. However, most visitors don’t have that much time on their hands in Hvar, so they, naturally, want to visit as many beautiful locations as possible in the short timeframe. For that reason, we have compiled a list of places on Hvar Island and its surroundings that are an absolute must-see. The best thing is that all these must-see places around Hvar can all be encompassed by a single day tour that leaves from Hvar town: the famous Blue Cave tour.

Blue cave tours can generally depart from Split, Hvar, or Vis, and it is also sometimes advertised as the Five Islands tour or the Four Islands tour, depending on the itinerary. While branding might be different, all tours generally cover similar areas, Vis island and its surroundings and Hvar with its surroundings. The Blue Cave group tour from Hvar costs about 100 euros per person (high season) + entrance fees for the caves. From Split, due to greater distance, the cost is significantly higher.  Private tours from Hvar can cost anywhere from 550 euros up, with gasoline and skipper included in the price. There is also a Blue Cave entrance fee, which varies depending on the time of the year.

You can see a detailed price list for the Blue Cave here (prices updated in Jan 2026): Tickets include the boat ride inside the Blue Cave, as well as entry to the multimedia exhibition at the Blue Cave Visitor Center.

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Source: Nauticki centar Komiza. 

Also, if you wish to visit the Green Cave, the entrance will cost you around 8-12 euros (the exact price for summer 2026 yet to be announced). Other spots that are typically included in the Blue Cave tour are Stiniva Beach, Pakleni Islands (Palmižana bay), and, if there is time, some hidden bays on Vis Island. The duration of the Blue Cave tour is generally around 10 to 12 hours for departures from Split or 8 hours for departures from Hvar. We advise departures from Hvar, as you will not waste much time on the ride.

If you have arrived in Hvar town, the chances are you will see Blue Cave tour signs in the street and might find yourself puzzled over which tour to select. The options are limitless and depend on your preferences.

WHICH TOUR OPERATOR TO SELECT FOR THE DAILY BLUE CAVE TOUR

How to find a good tour operator for the Blue Cave tour from Hvar? You will notice there are many different companies offering their Blue Cave tours around Hvar, Split and other areas. While for many the price is the most important factor when deciding on which tour to select, we remind you that it can hide some drawbacks, too.  Bear in mind that usually there is a reason behind reduced pricing, especially in high season. While with quality tour providers you might need to book days in advance, cheap Blue cave tour operators might offer discounted rates because there is not much more they can offer.  If they don’t have quality boats, staff, and a well-worked-out itinerary, the best way to attract guests is price dumping.

This takes us to the second relevant factor, the reviews. This might seem like stating the obvious, but it is worth reminding that authentic, user-generated reviews are the single best indicator of the quality of the service. Some tour operators do not have a TripAdvisor site, which means that they have nothing to lose if a guest is unsatisfied and if the service quality was poor. If you hop to this tour operator’s Trip Advisor site, you will notice that there is a lot of feedback from the customers and that the feedback itself is overwhelmingly positive. Reviews might also help you plan your itinerary a bit more in detail, as many customers mention the highlights of their trip to the Blue Cave.

WHICH LOCATIONS TO VISIT ON YOUR BLUE CAVE TOUR

Choosing which locations to visit on your Blue Cave tour highly depends on whether you choose a private or a group option. Expectedly, the private Blue Cave tour is very customizable and thus offers more flexibility.

PRIVATE TOUR: 

Private tours usually cost between 400 and 1000 euros and can depart anytime you prefer. However, we recommend departing around 9 or 9:30 from Hvar, as this will give you the upper hand over the many group tours that all depart from Hvar at 10:30. If you select a private boat tour, you can arrange the itinerary on the go, just chat with your skipper and tell him what your preferences are. The absolute highlights are Blue Cave and Stiniva, so we definitely recommend visiting those two. The others vary according to your preferences. Here is a list of possible options you can choose from, mix and match in order to create your perfect itinerary:

KOMIZA An idyllic little town on the southern side of Vis island. Komiza used to be a fisherman village and was recently a filming location of Mamma Mia 2. Here you can take a walk across the old town, explore the little alleyways and enjoy good local restaurants like Jastozera.