Okrug Gornji to Split Introduction
If you are looking for an island stay close to Split. Okrug Gornji to Split is only a 30 minute drive and there are lots of great things to do in this area.
We booked a luxury apartment on the island of Ciovo in Okrug Gornji for 7 days and an apartment in the city of Split for 3 nights and it was the perfect mix.
Contents
- Okrug Gornji to Split Introduction
- About Croatia
- How to Book a DIY Holiday to Okrug Gornji and Split
- About Okrug Gornji
- Places to Visit
- About Split
- Things to Do in Split
- Our Overall Thoughts about Ciovi and Split
- Useful Links
About Croatia
Croatia is known as the jewel of the Adriatic Sea. It is an archipelago featuring beautiful beaches with crystal clear, blue waters, ancient cities and outstanding national parks.
It has also featured on the popular tv series ‘Below Deck’ and of course ‘Game of Thrones’.
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How to Book a DIY Holiday to Okrug Gornji and Split
✈️ Flights
There are loads of flights from the UK to Split with many airlines, including EasyJet, Ryan Air, Wizz Air and TUI, from airports around the country, so prices are generally competitive.
We booked with EasyJet.
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🏩 Accommodation
You can find a wide selection of accommodation for Ciovo on booking sites like Booking.com, Airbnb and Expedia.
Prices range from around £500 for an apartment to £3,500 for entire villas for 7 nights.
We booked a luxury apartment in Okrug Gornji with Booking.com at a great rate. The apartment was exceptional and was only £1200 for the week.
We also booked an apartment with Booking.com in Split for 3 nights. Again there is loads of choice from budget accommodation to luxury hotels.
⚠️ Costs of accommodation, food and drink are rising in Croatia since the introduction of the Euro.
🚎 Transfers
🚍There is a direct bus from Split Airport to Ciovo via line 37 bus.
🚖 Taxis cost around 10-13 Euros.
🚗We hired a car for the duration of the holiday, which we collected and dropped off at the airport, booked with www.rentalcars.com.
Our friends who joined us didn’t rent a car and they found taxis to be an easy and affordable way to get around. We also travelled by bus and taxi while in Split.
About Okrug Gornji
Okrug Gornji is situated on the beautiful island of Ciovo and is surrounded by pebbled beaches and clear waters.
🌟Tip: All beaches around Split have pebbles or gravel so we recommend purchasing rock shoes.
There is a bridge that connects Ciovo to the mainland. We drove to the mainland to shop at the supermarket as there are only small local shops on the island.
🏖️ Okrug Gornji bay surrounds a stretch of beach and it is great for swimming and snorkelling. There is also an inflatable aqua park for children. We found a gorgeous tiny beach close to our accommodation too.
🍽️Okrug Gornji is quiet and peaceful There are a number of lovely restaurants dotted around and a few small grocers and market stalls selling food. There isn’t much of a nightlife.
🛥️It is close to Okrug Donji and a water taxi or bus can take you to the nearby lively town of Trogir too.
Places to Visit
Trogir
An 11 minute drive from Okrug Gornji, Trogir is an old pretty town with amazing architecture – a mix of Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque buildings.
It has its own port, cobbled streets, many restaurants, and is extremely pretty and bustling.
Three Islands and Blue Lagoon
🛥️There are lots of boat trips from Trogir Port to other islands like Hvar, Brac and Pakleni.
If you’d like a more luxurious way to explore the Adriatic beyond day trips, consider booking a voyage with cruises like Sail Croatia Elegance cruises, which let you travel in comfort while visiting stunning destinations such as Hvar, Brac, and Korcula – combining island-hopping adventure with stylish onboard experiences.
We booked the ‘Three island and Blue Lagoon’ boat trip with ‘Get Your Guide’ that took us to 3 different islands and the Blue Lagoon.
We were provided with free drinks all day and a fabulous lunch at a restaurant located on the beach on one of the islands.
You can see more details about the trip on the link below. The exact trip we went on isn’t available anymore but you can find very similar trips on the Get Your Guide link below:
Krka National Park
Krka National Park covers 142 square km of natural beauty. The landscape is stunning and it has the most incredible waterfalls, including the famous Skrdinski Buk falls.
There are walking trails and boat trips down the river.
People were allowed to swim in the water a few years ago but entering the water has been prohibited since. It is definitely still worth the trip to see this awe inspiring area.
We drove ourselves but there are many organised trips available too, which you can book on sites like ‘Klook’, ‘Viator’ and ‘Get Your Guide’.
About Split
Split is a beautiful, ancient and vibrant city next to the coast. It is the second largest city in Croatia made up of a huge port, promenade, an amazing Old Town with a Diocletian Palace and a large new town.
The huge Diocletian’s Palace covers almost half of Old Split. It was built in the name of the Diocletian Roman emperor.
We thoroughly enjoyed the city part of our holiday. There is lots to see in Split including ancient architecture, beaches, restaurants and nightlife.
Things to Do in Split
Game of Thrones Tour
We took a ‘Game of Thrones’ tour around the ancient centre of Split, booked with ‘Get Your Guide’:
🌟This tour was extremely informative and enjoyable, with lots of fascinating facts about the city’s history as well as the tv programme!
Split Nightlife and Restaurants
Split Old Town is stunning at night. The city is buzzing with people enjoying the bars, restaurants and entertainment. There are lots of nightclubs, especially around the Bacvice Beach area.
🍽️Restaurants offer an abundance of fresh seafood and local specialties. Split is regarded as one of the top places in Croatia to experience traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
From slow-cooked Pasticada and Black Risotto to desserts like Kroštule and homemade gelato, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
🏖️Split Beaches
In Split, there is a city beach called Bacvice Beach, which we found was packed and not very nice.
You can take a bus or taxi to Marjan where there is a beautiful beach.
🌟 Tip: Here you can climb the hill in the evening to watch the sun set.
Our Overall Thoughts about Ciovi and Split
Okrug Gornji to Split was the perfect combination for a relaxing island and fantastic city stay.
Okrug Gornji is a wonderful, pretty and tranquil area.
Split city offered so much too. It has beautiful architecture, history, culture, beaches and vibrant nightlife. We had a fantastic family holiday.
The islands around Split are stunning and there are lots to choose from. Costs of flights and accommodation are reasonable for a popular tourist destination.
There are plenty of places to visit and things to do. This area of Croatia is definitely worth considering as your future holiday destination.
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