Dalmatian Coast & Islands

Your journey begins in the heart of Split, a city that pulses with life within the ancient walls of Diocletian’s Palace. Before you even start the engine, immerse yourself in the labyrinthine streets where Roman history and modern life collide. We recommend an early morning stroll along the Riva promenade, grabbing a coffee as the city awakens. Once you're ready to drive, the route takes you on a scenic loop around Marjan Hill, a forested park offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the surrounding islands. The road here is narrow and winding, a perfect warm-up for the coastal roads to come. From Marjan, you'll navigate through the city's traffic and onto the Jadranska Magistrala (Adriatic Highway), heading south. The transition from the bustling city to the open coastal road is a moment to savour, with the turquoise Adriatic Sea stretching out to your right.

The Makarska Riviera is where the Dalmatian Coast puts on its most dramatic show. The Biokovo mountain range, a colossal wall of limestone, plunges almost vertically into the sea, creating a backdrop of staggering scale. The Jadranska Magistrala clings to the cliffs, a ribbon of asphalt suspended between the mountains and the sea. The road here is a driver’s delight, with a series of sweeping curves and breathtaking vistas at every turn. Be sure to stop at one of the many viewpoints to take in the views of the islands of Brac and Hvar. For the ultimate view, take a detour up the Biokovo Nature Park road to the Skywalk, a glass-floored platform that juts out over the abyss. The road up is narrow and challenging, but the reward is a view you will never forget.