Luxury and Private Yacht Charter in Croatia
On board our carefully selected Boutique Yachts, Gulets and Mini Cruisers you will discover the breathtakingly beautiful islands of Croatia. Together with friends, family or ideal for corporate events. Rent a yacht with a professional crew all to yourself for an incomparably beautiful, authentic and exclusive travel experience.
Travel individually through the island paradise
Croatia is famous for its 1246 islands and their great variety and beauty. Sailing along the coastal paradise from island to island and from small fishing villages to the many legends of ancient places. The yacht is anchored in untouched bays surrounded by crystal clear water and you have plenty of time to swim, paddle, snorkel and escape from everyday life completely. In the evenings ashore you meet culture & people while strolling through the alleys of the picturesque villages and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.
Swiss quality on board & ashore
Arrive – unwind and relax. The professional crew spoils you with Mediterranean hospitality and makes sure that there is never anything missing at your seat at the first row in the nature. From VIP airport transfers to privately guided excursions to national parks, we offer everything as a tailor-made Swiss all-round service with our team on site.
VIP Transfer
Arriving carefree. A private VIP airport transfer to the Bluetrips – charter base on the day of check in and check out is included in the booking price. Also the transfers to the many excursion possibilities during your journey, we execute you completely privately and individually for example with the dinghy. Just lean back, we will take care of it.
Service on board
The crew makes the difference – welcome to your floating and private luxury hotel. Food and drinks are stylishly served by the professionally trained crew on board. The guest cabins are cleaned and prepared daily with great attention to detail.
Culinary delights on sea and ashore
Our own chef on board will put his heart and soul into preparing the finest local specialties and first-class dishes for you and will be waiting for you with sweet surprises in the late afternoon. Your crew will also be happy to arrange dinner ashore in one of the many charming, traditional and mostly family owned restaurants.
Water sports & leisure equipment
On our selected yachts, a large selection of leisure & water sports items is available. From complete snorkeling equipment to the very popular stand up paddle boards, water ski, wake board, donut ring and jet ski, there is something for every connoisseur or adrenaline junkie.
Excursions ashore
From privately accompanied historical or cultural tours, wine tastings and beautiful walks in untouched nature to canyoning or rafting adventures. Our Bluetrips team on site, together with carefully selected local partners, is happy to organize, book and implement additional activities on land.
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What does a typical day on board look like?
Your unique and personal itinerary through the island paradise of Croatia
There are many famous islands like Hvar, Korčula or Vis with their ancient places and lots of time to enjoy together in beautiful, lonely bays and lagoons. On a private boutique yacht trip you can also discuss spontaneously with the captain which island destination you would like explore next. We are happy to design individual sailing routes for our guests, travel through breathtakingly beautiful landscapes, follow the traces of ancient cultures and let ourselves be inspired by the Mediterranean flair.
Three popular sailing routes:
Our well selected yachts for you
Private Boutique Yacht Charter from Bluetrips are bookable on all listed Boutique Yachts, Gulets and Mini Cruisers. Only yachts that are regularly checked by Bluetrips and tested for highest quality with experienced, friendly and well-trained crew are available for our customers.
Some of our favourites for your recommendation:
Planning and reservation
Early planning with the whole family, good friends or for your corporate event is worthwhile to ensure the availability of your dream yacht and the preferred travel date. Send us a request and get our tailor made offer.
What are the advantages of a private boutique yacht trip?
- Ultimate comfort and privacy with the whole family and with friends on board
- To be served by a professional crew on board and ashore
- The private cook on board prepares delicious meals
- Every day a new island destination – exploring the old towns and places
- Swimming, bathing, snorkeling and sunbathing alone in azure blue, hidden bays
- Visit of national parks in breathtaking landscapes
- Overnight stay in quiet secluded bays at anchor and enjoy a jump into clear water in the morning
- Excursions such as wine tastings, city tours or other interesting country tours
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Are there additional costs to be expected?
In addition to the yacht charter price, there are the following costs if they have not been calculated in advance or are included in the offer: Food and beverages on board and ashore, rent of water sports equipment, marina, port, buoys and anchorage costs, arrival and departure to and from the yacht, fuel, entrance to national parks and nature reserves, excursions ashore such as bicycle rental or guided city tours, wages and food as well as tips for skipper & crew.
What is the daily schedule for luxury cruises?
It’s not even sunrise and part of the crew is already on their feet, preparing a varied breakfast buffet on quiet soles. Mostly there is the possibility to dive into the crystal clear water of Croatia before or after breakfast. The crew serves you fried eggs and your coffee with great pleasure and lots of love. After breakfast, the ship usually leaves and heads in the direction of the day’s destination. At noon we usually anchor and there is a three course menu served by the crew. There is plenty of time to relax or try out various water sports. In the evening you can either anchor in the lonely bays or in great antique towns which you can explore with great pleasure. On a luxury cruise you can concentrate on relaxing and enjoying your vacation, the crew takes care of almost everything, starting with buying the food, preparing and serving the food & drinks, cleaning the ship, route planning and navigation of the yacht.
What kind of shoes do I wear on board?
In principle, every guest can wear the shoes in which it is comfortable, except shoes with heels are expressly not allowed. However, the shoes should have a white sole with no profile, otherwise they will leave dark stripes on the deck and with profile soles small stones will always be carried on board. Our recommendation is to be barefoot on the one hand and just bring two pairs of shoes with you. One to explore the land and the other to wear on board.
What is a cabin charter?
With a cabin charter you book only one or more cabins. You spend a week with other people with whom you share some common ground and joy: You love to travel and discover new things, have an affinity for classic sailing & motor yachts and simply enjoy being at sea and make new friends while enjoying the passion of yachting to the full. Travel individually but not alone. Cabin charters are usually offered on luxury cruises, but can also be booked on selected dates on catamaran sailing trips.
What is a private charter?
With a private charter, you rent the entire yacht for your family and friends to be among yourselves. Whether active to sail along on sailing yachts, catamaran or also on our luxury cruises to be spoiled all around. Perfect to celebrate anniversaries or other festivities or just to enjoy life to the fullest.
Advantages of a crewed yacht charter?
The crew makes the difference! On our luxury sailing cruises a professionally trained crew is on board which consists of between three and six crew members. A captain, who is responsible for the ship, plans the route taking into account the weather, takes care of the well-being of the crew & guests. A cook, he takes care of all purchases of drinks and food, prepares a great breakfast buffet, at noon he conjures a light three course menu out of the small galley and optionally with full board also a delicious dinner – tailored to the wishes of the guests. The hostess will be happy to serve all popular drinks and food and after a few days she will read the wishes of the guests from their eyes and will do her best to make their journey as comfortable and carefree as possible. She is also responsible for the cleanliness inside the ship. The sailor is the right hand of the captain, supports him actively in navigating and mooring the ship and is responsible for the cleanliness of the deck. In short, you can fully orientate yourself on enjoying & relaxing, your crew will take care of everything else to make your trip unforgettable.
Where does the journey start?
Usually our trips in Dalmatia start in Trogir near Split. With “One – way – routes” it can be also in Dubrovnik or to another starting point.
Can I collect miles?
Yes, this is possible on sailing-, catamaran- and motor boat trips with skipper. For luxury sailing cruises with more than two crew members it is unfortunately not possible. It is also possible to arrange specific mileage cruises.
Who decides about the route?
With a private charter we can respond even more to the wishes of the group and try to reach all the destinations that are desired. With cabin charter there is usually a “fixed route” which is determined by the captain, of course we also try to respond to individual wishes as good as possible. It applies with each kind of the journey however: Safety first, it can occur thus that there can be plan changes because of weather situations, which the captain & Skipper decides alone.
What is a Gulet?
A gulet is a traditional wooden boat with two masts, which have been handmade in Turkey more than a hundred years ago. It has much charm and warmth, simply uniquely inviting and to feel like at home by so much love for detail. Gulets usually have between three and six cabins, are often under engine, but also have sails and as soon as the wind conditions are right they are set. They score points with full service on board, a large outdoor area with sun deck and outdoor al fresco dining table and often have a huge open air lounge.
What is the difference between half board & full board?
Half board includes a breakfast buffet & a 2 to 3 course lunch. Full board includes breakfast & lunch and dinner served on board. Our recommendation is half board, so you can discover even more about culture, culinary delights and people during short excursions ashore.
Activities outside the yacht?
A sailing cruise or catamaran sailing trip can be perfectly combined to explore the country, for example with rented bicycles or scooters. Go for hiking, kayaking, diving, windsurfing or simply to go shopping. Actually, almost everything is possible, activities can be optionally organized for one day or more days.
Are towels & bed linen provided?
Yes, bed linen & towels are included. Depending on the offer you have booked, the number of towels per person varies.
How is the living together with the crew or skipper?
The crew on the luxury cruises are professionally trained and are on duty when necessary and withdraw when not needed. This is also the case with our Bluetrips skippers. The crew & skippers have a separate cabin.
What is a boutique sailing yacht?
A boutique sailing yacht is a particularly exclusive accommodation that stands out from other yachts with high service and exceptional design. Boutique sailing yachts are mostly privately owned and operated by the owners themselves and are maintained and highlighted by their family atmosphere. Our award winning Boutique Sailing Yacht LUOPAN is one of the most beautiful and best maintained in the Adriatic.
How are the cabins equipped?
All cabins are equipped with towels & bed linen. On luxury sailing cruises all cabins have their own en suite bathroom with hair dryers and many other accessories. They also have 220V power outlets and air conditioning and closets.
Do I tip?
In this context, there is often uncertainty, but yes, of course, in Croatia tipping is also common. In the restaurant, hotel or in the coffee bar you give approx. 10% of the invoice costs if you are satisfied. In the same way it behaves also with the cab driver or the crew and Skipper on yachts. With satisfaction it belongs to the customs approx. 10% of the charter price as tip value to appreciations.
Which route will we travel?
Starting from Trogir east to the National Park Kornati or west to Korćula and back. We also offer “One-way-trips”, which start in Trogir and end in Dubrovnik or in reverse order. Depending on the route, the most varied islands and cities are visited, such as Šibenik, Šolta, Brać, Hvar, Vis, Split Mljet, Lastovo. And many other untouched beauties of the country. Here are some itineraries samples.
Well, what can we say – we had the trip of a lifetime. Croatia is stunning and the people are so friendly, the water was so warm and clear and the seafood, no make that all the food, was delicious. Luopan was incredible and being on her, with our children and their partners, along with Sue’s sister and her husband, exploring Croatia’s stunning islands and being able to stop whenever we wanted, to just jump into the crystal clear water for a refreshing swim, was incredibly relaxing and good for the soul. What made it extra special though – to quote Becky (although we all thought exactly the same thing), “The best holiday I have EVER had, anywhere!” – was the crew. From Markus taking us waterskiing/wakeboarding before breakfast (Sue and I were so chuffed to still be able to monoski well into our fifties, 9 years after we last did it), to Petra’s extra attentive service – after 2 days all Peter had to do was look at Petra and she brought him a perfect G&T and Lucija’s incredible food (we have had dishes in Michelin starred restaurants that were inferior to her creations, especially, for me, her ravioli). We were spoilt rotten, with nothing being too much trouble. We were all really sad to leave on Sunday morning. It was the perfect way to celebrate our 30th anniversary. We cannot wait to enjoy the unique hospitality of Luopan again.Thank you for recommending her, we were not disappointed! I also want to thank you for sorting out Alka, Maha and the wine tasting which we all enjoyed enormously. Richard, July 2019
Dear Markus, Sue and I just wanted to thank you, Petra and Lucija for making our 30th wedding anniversary celebration so beautiful. It was perfect. We all felt very spoiled on board and the way you all took care of us without too much effort made it incredibly relaxing. It was so good to be able to put life on hold and enjoy the time to the fullest with the people who are most important to Sue and me in this world. I know that Luopan is your and Petra’s baby, but we felt incredibly privileged to be able to call her our home for a week. Hopefully we will have the luck to spend another week with you in the future.
Best regards, Richard & Sue.
Dear Petra, Dear Lucy, Dear Markus
Thank you very much for this great week with you on the ship! It was simply fantastic!
Top food, great crew and a beautiful ship!
Croatia is a country you have to see!
You are really great, I hope to see you again on the LUOPAN! <3
Greetings from Switzerland
Martina & Sandro
An amazing week at sea with Markus, Petra & Lucy. No better way to see the Dalmatian coast. Days spent snorkeling, paddle boarding, or simply relaxing with evenings filled exploring and dining in breathtaking coastal communities with incredible history and friendly people. The boat is gorgeous with all the creature comforts needed for a luxury vacation. I can’t say enough about the food and crew. Professional and fun team that goes above and beyond to customize the itinerary to meet your group’s need. The only downside of a week on Luopan is vacations before and after may pale in comparison.
Our week on Luopan with Markus, Petra & Lucy was phenomenal. The boat is gorgeous, the food is outstanding, the itinerary delightful – but all theses wonderful aspects were outshined by this amazing crew. Their professionalism, kindness and generosity of spirit is a blessing I will forever be grateful for. These 3 are real gems. Take a trip on Luopan if you want to see a beautiful country, meet its equally beautiful people but most importantly to be in the presence of an incredible team that make the experience one you will cherish always.
Can’t say enough about how amazing this trip was. Markus, Petra & Luce were incredible. Beautiful, inspiring, relaxing and a whole lot of fun. The boat was gorgeous. The food was amazing and the cruise perfectly organized. If you are looking for the perfect way to visit and sail in Croatia, Luopan and her crew will take great care of you!❤️
We spent two fantastic weeks on the beautiful classic boutique sailingyacht LUOPAN. That was pure relaxation! We anchored in lonely bays, bathed in the crystal clear sea and let the on-board chef spoil us with culinary delights. Many thanks to the great crew: Markus, Petra and Andriana!
It was awesome!!! We were allowed to sail through the waters of Croatia on the beautiful sailing ship LUOPAN during four wonderful days of deep relaxation. A huge thank you to Markus & Petra, who have left us with nothing missing, and Andriana, who rounded off the picture with culinary highlights. An unforgettable journey with many exciting encounters!