Once we enter the village, you’ll see groups of huddled stone houses and roofs covered in a type of tile used in the Mediterranean since the Roman days. Regarding architecture, the village has preserved its authentic, traditional Mediterranean feel, which is so rare and so valuable. Stopping in this village is opportunity to buy local homemade lavender souvenirs. After the village we will be driving through the lavender fields and dry stone walls. After a while tour brings us to the St. Roko chapel. A place with amazing view at Stari Grad town and Stari Grad Plain (UNESCO).
Some 5 km from Brusje there is a village Velo Grablje, founded in the 14th century. Stone houses and courtyards still capture your attention with its fascinating architecture, while walking within its narrow streets you will feel the breath of pass times. Today the village is nearly abandoned having but a few permanent villagers, although it was rich and prosperous place, famous for its good wine and olive oil production. Honey production was well known as well, together with lavender oil being the leading one in Europe of the time.
Only few kilometers down the road from Velo Grablje lies the village of Malo Grablje, less than one square mile in area. Beginning in the 14th century, generations of residents produced olive oil, wine, and lavender oil in the hills overlooking the Adriatic Sea. But in the early 20th century, blight destroyed the town's olive trees and grape vines. This forced most of the residents of Malo Grablje south to the more modern town of Milna, where they invested their profits from previous harvests in alternative industries like fishing. By the 1960s, the town was mostly abandoned, and as of 2011, there were officially zero recorded residents.
After visiting Malo Grablje we will arrive in Milna, once in the past used to be their harbor wher they used to keep fishing boats and gear, but today mostly focused on tourism.
Back to Hvar town and visit to Fortica fortress. The construction of this fort began after 1278, when Hvar came under Venetian rule. The medieval castle, together with the town walls, represented a unique defense system for the town of Hvar. By 1551, a new Renaissance fort, similar to the one today, was built on the site of the old Gothic castle. The fort was severely damaged in 1579 due to an explosion in a gunpowder warehouse. Repairs were only completed at the beginning of the 17th century, when new buildings and bastions were built. The last buildings were erected during the 18th and 19th centuries during Austrian rule, when Fortica got its present appearance. This place offers beautiful view on Hvar harbor and surrounding islands. Please note that we are not entering inside of the castle but we will spend time in the area in front of it which offers almost the same experience.
LUKA was exceptional! He was very knowledgeable and took his time explaining everything to us and answering all of our questions. We especially appreciated that the tour truly was a hidden gem tour, seeing things that we would never normally see on a regular tour of HVR town. I recommend LUKA‘s tour to anyone looking for an exceptional experience.
This tour was a very cool way to spend a couple of hours exploring and learning about Hvar. You go up in elevation and cruise your way through winding roads and hills, among olive groves and lavender bushes, learning about life and history on the island of Hvar. Petar was a great and personable guide. He was very informative about where and when to meet him in Hvar town and did everything the tour promised. We saw so many cool things and lookout points you cannot get just being by the port 10/10
Luka our tour guide, took us to all the hidden areas in Hvar. We loved all the facts and would highly recommend it. Thank you for sharing a little piece of Hvar with us.
Great tour with a knowledgeable and friendly host, great way to see some more traditional parts of the island.
Great guide providing history of the country and land with his personal touch. Also exposed us to local culture and sites.
Awesome. Lucas was a real nice young man who resided on the island since birth. Open air the only way Loved it.
Our guide Luka was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Hvar, the lavender farming and has personal connection to the villages. Highly recommended!
Petar is a wonderful guide! He’s very knowledgeable & enthusiastic about his birthplace. The tuk tuk is a comfortable & fun experience that gives you a great introduction to Hvar!
Fun and easy way to tour more of Hvar than just the port and surrounding area. Luka was knowledgeable about the history but also informative about norms and culture of the Croatian people. A great way to spend a couple of hours in Hvar.
We had an amazing Tuk Tuk tour around Hvar with Petar! He was very friendly and passionate about the island. He took us to beautiful hidden spots that we would never have found on our own and shared interesting local stories along the way. If you’re visiting Hvar and want to explore beyond the usual tourist places, this tour is definitely worth it. Highly recommended! 😊
This tour was the perfect way to experience parts of the island that we never would have discovered on our own. The electric tuk tuk was comfortable, fun, and ideal for taking in the incredible scenery along the way. Petar was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about Hvar. We visited beautiful viewpoints, charming old villages, lavender fields, and other hidden spots while learning about the island’s history, culture, and local traditions. The stops felt well-paced, and there were plenty of opportunities for photos and to simply enjoy the views. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Hvar, especially if you want to get beyond the main tourist areas and experience some of the island’s real character. A memorable, relaxing, and genuinely enjoyable experience from start to finish.
Highly recommended!! We booked this Tuk Tuk Tour after a friend recommended it, and we are so glad we did. Petar was an amazing guide, him being local to Hvar really made the experience special. He showed us beautiful scenic hidden spots we never would have found ourselves and shared interesting local stories and recommendations along the way. Petar is super friendly, relaxed, and made the whole tour really enjoyable. Definitely one of the highlights of our time in Hvar!
Normally I dont write reviews but this tuk tuk tour is not to be misssed. I had a great time. Thank you Petar!
We booked this experience because we were staying in Ivan Dolac and the journey from Hvar Town to Ivan Dolac made us curious about the other places in Hvar. The tour was super fun and informative and we had a really good time with our tourguide as well. It was fascinating to learn of all these places that we had no knowledge of before coming to Croatia! Would highly recommend this tour to people who enjoy exploring the hidden gems of a new country.
We did the tour with Petar who was incredible and had a lot of knowledge as a local. We didn’t hire a car for our trip but still wanted to see as much as we could and a Tuk Tuk was a unique way to do this. I would highly recommend if you are in Hvar, thank you Petar for an incredible experience!
We had an amazing experience on the Hvar Eco Tuk Tuk tour! It was the perfect way to explore parts of the island we never would have discovered on our own. The views were absolutely stunning, from the lavender fields to the hidden panoramic spots overlooking the coastline. A huge thank you to Petar, who made the entire tour unforgettable. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about Hvar and its history. He shared so many interesting local stories and recommendations that made the experience feel personal and authentic. You can really tell he loves what he does. The tuk tuk itself was fun and comfortable, and the whole tour had a relaxed, adventurous vibe. If you’re visiting Hvar and want something unique beyond the usual tourist spots, I’d highly recommend this experience — especially with Petar as your guide!
We had such a lovely afternoon with Luka. He was very knowledgable and fun. The tour was delightful, we stopped at a small local stand with the most delicious honey. Luka showed us around Lavender museum and explained everything about history of two small island villages. Would definitely recommend. :)
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