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Dalmatian Coast D8 — Split toDubrovnik.

Distance

600 km

Duration

3 days

Climb

4,200 m

Rating

4.9 / 5

445 reviews

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Curated by Rider · Updated Jun 2026

Overview

Dalmatian Coast D8 — Split to Dubrovnik.

Three days along Croatia's legendary Jadranska Magistrala, the Adriatic Highway. From Diocletian's Palace in Split, hug sea-cliff roads through the Makarska Riviera, cross the Pelješac Peninsula wine country, transit Bosnia's Neum corridor, and arrive in Dubrovnik — the Pearl of the Adriatic. One of Europe's most scenic coastal rides.

Quick facts

SurfacePaved

Distance600 km

Days3

Total climb4,200 m

Fuel stops2 along route

DifficultyModerate

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Day-by-day

3 days, 3 moods.

A suggested split across 3 days with 21 waypoints to discover along the way.

DAY 01

Split — Diocletian's Palace → Brela — Overnight

6 stops

Split — Diocletian's PalaceStart · Start at the Roman palace waterfront. Fuel up on the outskirts before hitting the coastal road south.

Omiš Canyon & Cetina RiverScenic Point · The Cetina river slices through a dramatic limestone gorge into the sea. Short stop for photos from the bridge.

Baška VodaFuel Stop · Fuel and coffee in this small riviera town. The road narrows and hugs the cliff face ahead.

Makarska Riviera — TučepiScenic Point · The Biokovo massif towers 1,762m straight up from the sea. One of Europe's most dramatic coastal contrasts.

MakarskaRestaurant · Lunch on the Makarska promenade. Excellent seafood. Swim if time allows — water is crystal clear.

Brela — OvernightOvernight · Overnight in Brela. Beautiful pebble beaches and pine-shaded waterfront. Book ahead in summer.

DAY 02

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BrelaStart · Morning depart south. Light traffic before 9am on the coastal road.

Gradac Beach ViewpointPhoto Spot · Sweeping view of the southernmost riviera beach. The road curves beautifully here.

Ploče Ferry TerminalFuel Stop · Last Croatian fuel before the Bosnia & Herzegovina (Neum) corridor. Keep your passport ready.

Neum — Bosnia & HerzegovinaRestaurant · Bosnia's only sea access (9km of coast). Cheap fuel, cigarettes and coffee. Passport control both ends.

Ston Salt PansScenic Point · Medieval walls protecting Europe's oldest active salt pans. One of Croatia's hidden gems.

Pelješac Peninsula — ViganjScenic Point · World-class windsurfing spot. The Pelješac road twists above the channel with Korčula island opposite.

Pelješac — Dingač Vineyard RoadScenic Point · The steep Dingač vineyard road — Croatia's most famous red wine grown on near-vertical cliff slopes.

Dubrovnik — OvernightOvernight · Overnight in Dubrovnik. Stay outside the walls (Lapad/Babin Kuk) — parking is impossible inside. Book well ahead.

DAY 03

Dubrovnik Old Town → Dubrovnik

7 stops

Dubrovnik Old TownStart · Morning walk of the old town walls before tourist crowds arrive. Ride to Srđ Hill viewpoint for the full panorama.

Srđ Hill PanoramaPhoto Spot · 412m above the old town. The full Dalmatian archipelago spread below. Best photo of the entire trip.

CavtatRestaurant · Charming small town 15km south. Lunch on the harbour. Much quieter than Dubrovnik and equally beautiful.

Konavle ValleyScenic Point · Fertile inland valley behind Dubrovnik. Traditional stone villages, watermills, and peacocks at Konavoski Dvori.

Konavoski Dvori Watermill RestaurantRestaurant · Historic watermill turned restaurant on a river. One of Croatia's most atmospheric dining experiences.

Prevlaka PeninsulaScenic Point · Southernmost tip of Croatia at the Montenegro border. Military fortress ruins and open Adriatic views.

DubrovnikEnd · Return to Dubrovnik. End of the Dalmatian coast journey. Sunset over the Adriatic from the city walls.