Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch
Dubrovnik, Croatia

Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch

Outty Ranking 92 4.9 · 10,656 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $4090+ Club
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92/100

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4.9/5

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Is Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch worth booking?

Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Dubrovnik, Croatia, from $40 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 10,656 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
92 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (10,656)
Duration
8 hours
From
$40 per person

Discover the best of the Elaphite Islands on a full-day cruise from Dubrovnik. Visit Koločep, Šipan and Lopud, with plenty of free time for swimming, relaxing and exploring the islands. Enjoy lunch with a choice of grilled hake, chicken fillet or a vegetarian option, along with drinks from the open bar. Make your day even more memorable with an optional Blue Cave experience by speedboat, available for an additional €20 per person. Swim in the spectacular Blue Cave and discover some of the most beautiful hidden spots around Koločep.

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover the best of the Elaphite Islands on a full-day cruise from Dubrovnik. Visit Koločep, Šipan and Lopud, with plenty of free time for swimming, relaxing and exploring the islands. Enjoy lunch with a choice of grilled hake, chicken fillet or a vegetarian option, along with drinks from the open bar. Make your day even more memorable with an optional Blue Cave experience by speedboat, available for an additional €20 per person. Swim in the spectacular Blue Cave and discover some of the most beautiful hidden spots around Koločep.

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional local guide
    • Bottled water
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Lunch
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
    • All activities
    • Full Day Boat Cruise
    • Carbonated beverages

    Not included

    • Hotel pick-up and drop off (if option is not selected)
    • Pickup less than 1000 m away from starting point is not available
    • Towels and Swimsuit
    • Pick up outside Dubrovnik city area
    • Lunch (if option is not selected)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Kolocep Island

      We stop for about 1 hour. Koločep Is perfect for swimming and diving. The clear sea is full of fish and seashells. This island is rich in hidden caves and high cliffs, perfect for exploring. During excursion you will be given a unique opportunity to explore the underwater of Koločep and a short break on the beach. Also, you can walk through Gornje and Donje Celo that are typical examples of Mediterranean place in south Dalmatia. Koločep has as much as 250 sunny days per year, which together with divine, clear sea and rich vegetation of pines and olives, makes it a heavenly island.

      60 minutes here

    2. Sipan

      We take a short break of 45 minutes in small port -Suđurađ. You can relax and have a coffee in old fisherman’s port, or you can do some quick sightseeing for that time! The Island is the biggest island, and it is in the Guinness book of the records by biggest number of olive trees on one island. It is historically very interesting. During the 15th century it was a chic summer getaway for the very best Dubrovnik’s families, many of whom built villas on the island. There’s late-Gothic Rector’s Palace and ruins of archbishop’s palaces. In Suđurađ, you will find many fisherman’s families who stayed on the island and kept their tradition for all those years. The reason for that is that island is furthest from town so tourism didn’t commercialize it. You will see how people are truly living on the island. Many small and big fishing boats, old stone houses and children selling seashells in the port. Šipan is known to be called “the Mediterranean as it used to be“.

      60 minutes here

    3. Lopud Island

      Enjoy 3 hours of you free time. This oasis of peace and beauty is attractive and popular because of the numerous sandy beaches, rocky paths through the mysterious old forests, olive groves and vineyards. Lopud is known for its old stone houses, rich historical culture and breathtaking views of the unforgettable sunsets which are sure to stir up the romance in any heart. The MUST on the island is to visit one of the oldest Botanic gardens in Europe, and spend your time on famous beach Šunj, where, according to a local legend, if you bathe with your loved one, you’ll never apart. There are also more then 30 small churches that you can visit on the island. You’ll find many cocktail bars, restaurants, shops, homemade olive oil, vine, and other traditional food and beverages to taste and buy. Lunch is organized on the boat and you can choose between grilled fish hake, grilled chicken file or mixed season grilled vegetables. Everything comes with mixed season salat.

      180 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Dubrovnik

    Our Boat is named Emili, it will be docked next to the bus stop. If you're having problems finding it contact us on our phone, Whats app and Viber supported. Boat departs at 9:00, but you need to be there at least 10 minutes before.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 40 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Our Boat is named Emili, it will be docked next to the bus stop. If you're having problems finding it contact us on our phone, Whats app and Viber supported. Boat departs at 9:00, but you need to be there at least 10 minutes before.

    Options you can book

    • Tour with pickup for Dubrovnik

      Lunch: Indicate the meal type for each traveler in the special requirements box at the time of check-out (Chicken, Fish, or Veg) Pickup for Dubrovnik City Area: In this ticket pickup only for Dubrovnik city area is included. Mokošica, Župa, Konavle etc pickup is not included. Pickup included

    • Tour without pickup

      Pickup is not included, please come to the meeting point Lunch: Indicate the meal type for each traveler in the special requirements box at the time of check-out (Chicken, Fish, or Veg)

    • Tour without lunch and pickup

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Dubrovnik Islands Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please enter the meal type for each traveler in the special requirements box at the time of booking (Choice of Grilled Chicken Filet w/ Vegetables, Grilled Hake w/ Vegetables, or Vegetarian)
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • The duration of transfers is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
    • Route and time schedule can be changed due to weather or other demanding conditions
    • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship/delayed flight/bus/taxi,booked a wrong date or similar
    • Not recommended for travelers with seasickness
    • For a refund in case of illness, please present a medical certificate, provided by a Doctor of Medicine (MD) employed by a registered medical clinic.
    • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10,631 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Value for money

    5 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    10,631 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    9,758
    4 star
    694
    3 star
    118
    2 star
    37
    1 star
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    carusol308 · October 2026

    Great day

    Amazing. Gran servicio a bordo!

    via Tripadvisor

    carlcJ8133YF · October 2026

    For sure would recommend.

    All great but would have liked another 1/2 hour or more at the small islands.

    via Tripadvisor

    117marissaw · October 2026

    Great day!

    We had a great day, this trip is amazing value for money! The crew was attentive and friendly, and the vibe on board was very friendly.

    via Tripadvisor

    LoriKemi · October 2026

    Nice experience; good value for money

    We enjoyed our excursion with Dubrovnik Islands Tour. The team communicated well pre-departure and was professional and friendly throughout the day. The timeline was good - we had enough time at every spot and the day didn’t feel too long. Pick up/Drop off from our hotel was on time and convenient. The boat was spacious and clean. The food and drinks on board were simple but good. Overall it feels like good value for money and we recommend this experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    jeremysX8706NR · October 2026

    Great value for money

    Would strongly recommend for a lovely day out

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $40 to $75
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    3,730
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Dubrovnik Islands Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.4 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Dubrovnik Islands Tours runs

    Why this scores 92

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)61
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubrovnik.

    How much does Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubrovnik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubrovnik is not rushed.

    Is Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 10,656 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Dubrovnik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch?

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    Around 3,730 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubrovnik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubrovnik and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubrovnik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Dubrovnik?

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    On Outty we rank every Dubrovnik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Walking Tour, Dubrovnik: 7 Caves & Blue Cave Speedboat Tour (4h), Dubrovnik: Sunset Kayaking & Snorkeling with water &wine. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Dubrovnik?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch?

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    Included: Professional local guide; Bottled water; Alcoholic beverages; Lunch; and Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected). Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop off (if option is not selected); Pickup less than 1000 m away from starting point is not available; Towels and Swimsuit; and Pick up outside Dubrovnik city area. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 72 listed pickup locations in and around Dubrovnik. Be ready about 40 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch?

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    Across 10,656 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, value for money, organization. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    What booking options are available for Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik with Lunch?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including Tour with pickup for Dubrovnik, Tour without pickup, Tour without lunch and pickup. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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