From Split: Imotski Lakes & Dalmatian Hinterland Day Trip

Explore the wild landscapes of Dalmatia’s hinterland on a premium trip, featuring Imotski’s Blue and Red Lakes, a rural horse ranch visit, and a multi-course traditional lunch in the countryside.
Leave the coast behind and experience a different side of Dalmatia on this full-day premium tour from Split. Travel into the rugged Dalmatian hinterland, a region shaped by stone, wind, and tradition, where dramatic karst landscapes and authentic rural life still define the rhythm of the day.

Depart from Split in the morning aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned bus. As the scenery shifts from the Adriatic coast to the inland countryside, your guide introduces the history, lifestyle, and cultural identity of Dalmatia’s hinterland.

The first stop is a peaceful visit to a family-run horse ranch set in the open countryside. Meet the horses in their natural environment, hear a short introduction from the host, and enjoy time for photos and a relaxed break. This stop offers an authentic glimpse into rural life far from busy tourist routes.

Continue to the town of Imotski to explore its most famous natural landmarks. Visit viewpoints overlooking the Blue Lake, whose appearance changes dramatically with the seasons, and the Red Lake, one of the deepest sinkhole lakes in Europe, surrounded by striking red cliffs. Along the way, your guide shares local legends and explains how these lakes shaped life and traditions in the region.

The experience concludes with a premium, multi-course traditional lunch at a local agrotourism estate. Enjoy regional specialties prepared using local ingredients, including prosciutto, cheese, homemade bread, a traditional main course such as peka or slow-cooked meat with side dishes, dessert, and water. Served in a relaxed rural setting, this meal is a true highlight of the day and an essential part of the Dalmatian hinterland experience.

After lunch, sit back and enjoy a scenic drive back to Split, arriving in the late afternoon.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.