Split to Dubrovnik: 7 Day Road Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Split

Walk the lanes around Diocletian’s Palace and the Riva. Leave the car outside the historic centre.

0–0.5 hours driving · Overnight: Split

Day 2: Split → Omiš

Drive to Omiš for the old town and Cetina river mouth. Book activities such as rafting separately in suitable conditions.

0.5–1 hours driving · Overnight: Omiš

Day 3: Omiš → Makarska

Take short beach stops along the coast to Makarska. Explore the harbour on foot in the afternoon.

1–1.5 hours driving · Overnight: Makarska

Day 4: Makarska

Plan a restful beach day. Allow a separate half-day for Biokovo after checking vehicle access and ticket conditions.

0–1 hours driving · Overnight: Makarska

Day 5: Makarska → Ston

Drive to Ston and explore the walls and town. Shorten the stepped walk in hot weather and try local lunch options.

2–3 hours driving · Overnight: Ston

Day 6: Ston → Dubrovnik

After parking, reach Dubrovnik’s old town on foot or by bus. Visit the walls during cooler hours.

1–1.5 hours driving · Overnight: Dubrovnik

Day 7: Dubrovnik

Walk the old-town lanes early. If adding a boat trip such as Lokrum, keep its return time clear of your flight.

0–1 hours driving · Overnight: End of itinerary

Before you drive

Check routing via the Pelješac Bridge in navigation. Central Dubrovnik parking can be expensive; confirm parking with your accommodation.

Estimated budget for two

Illustrative October 2026 planning allowances, not live prices or quotes. Two adults, one rental car, a shared mid-range room and 6 nights. Flights, visas, insurance upgrades, deposits and one-way rental fees excluded. Peak season and major activities may exceed these amounts.

• Room per night: 90–180 EUR
• Car per day: 40–80 EUR
• Food for two per day: 50–90 EUR
• Fuel for the trip: 70–130 EUR
• Visits, parking and toll allowance: 100–220 EUR

Total range including 10% reserve: 1474–2882 EUR

Midpoint estimate / per person: 2178 / 1089 EUR