Skradin Itinerary: The Best of the Town and the National Park

Departure from ACI Marina Skradin

ACI Marina Skradin is like a gateway to another world. Located at the mouth of the Krka River, it’s exactly the place where a landlubber first gets a taste of true seafaring excitement. The air smells of pine trees and the sea, the seagulls are squawking, and you know your vacation is just beginning. Does that mean we can calmly toss all the worries we’ve been carrying in our backpacks from home overboard? Absolutely.

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A 7-Day Itinerary for Skradin and the Surrounding Area

This itinerary is the perfect balance between relaxation and exploration. Grab your swimsuit, sunglasses, and a strong stomach—this is going to be a wild ride.

Day 1: Departure from Skradin, heading toward Primošten

I’m taking the helm. My yacht from Skradin is bobbing on the waves, and I feel like Captain Jack Sparrow, even though so far I can barely tie my shoelaces. We’re heading toward Primošten, which is about 21 nautical miles away.
As we approach the peninsula, we’re greeted by white limestone houses with red roofs. We drop anchor and go explore the town. The 15th-century Church of St. George is nice, but I’m more interested in the vineyards in Bucavac. The stone walls here create the illusion of lace wrapped around the vines. “It looks like God himself built this in his spare time,” a local winemaker remarked with a smile as he poured me a glass of Babić. We end the day on Mala Raduča Beach. Feet in the sand, wine in hand. What more could you ask for?

Day 2: From Primošten to the island of Šolta

In the morning, we weigh anchor and sail 17 miles to Šolta. An island known for its honey, olives, and tranquility. While Venetian merchants once toiled here, counting gold coins and building Renaissance structures, today, in the port of Maslinica, we’re counting nothing more than the frappés we’ve drunk.
We anchor in the sheltered bay of Šešule. The water here is so clear that you can see every sea urchin sharpening its spines on your heels. We spend the evening in an authentic tavern. The fish on my plate gives me a slightly reproachful look, but it tastes divine.

Day 3: Trip to Hvar and relaxation on Palmižana

On the third day, we’ve got a 20-mile trip to Hvar ahead of us. The island that never sleeps. But let’s be honest—why squeeze into crowded clubs and pay a fortune for drinks when you can throw your own party on board?
We’ll stroll through the historic center, check out St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Hvar Theater to satisfy our cultural curiosity. But then we’ll quickly head off to the Pakleni Islands. Palmižana is our destination. Hidden coves, turquoise water, and divine tranquility. Time has stood still here.

Day 4: Exploring the island of Brač and the town of Milna

A short drive (8 miles) takes us to Brač. I decided I wasn’t going to just lie around like a beached sperm whale, so we set off for the island’s highest peak, Vidova Gora. Huffing and puffing uphill in the summer heat is like trying to breathe in a steamy sauna, but the panoramic view of the Adriatic is worth it.

In the afternoon, we head to the town of Bol and the famous Zlatni Rat beach. I put on my snorkel and go explore the underwater world. The little fish here dart between the tourists’ legs with such grace that even many a Prague taxi driver might envy them.

Day 5: Visit to Rogoznica and Dragon’s Eye Lake

On the fifth day (25 miles), Rogoznica welcomes us. A fishing village that hides one big secret—Dragon’s Eye Lake. Swimming in a saltwater lake with several colorful layers? Sure, let’s do it. The water buoys you up like a cork. In the afternoon, we lounge on the pebble beach at Šepurina, and I wonder if I ever want to go back to the office at all.

Day 6: Historic Šibenik and St. James’s Cathedral

On the second-to-last day, we sail 27 miles to Šibenik. A city of fortresses. The Fortresses of St. Michael and St. Nicholas look like they could withstand even the apocalypse.

But the highlight is St. James’s Cathedral (UNESCO). I stand in front of it and think to myself that the builders would probably have a heart attack if they saw how we’re taking duck-face selfies in front of their life’s work today. The sunset over Šibenik, viewed from the deck of our boat, is cheesy as hell, but that’s exactly what you want on vacation.

Day 7: Return and Krka National Park

The last 10 miles back to Skradin. We’ve come full circle. We hand over the boat (luckily without a scratch) and head to Krka National Park. Boats aren’t allowed there because of a low bridge, but the hike is well worth it. Skradinski Buk, a cascade of 17 waterfalls, roars like a jet engine taking off. Lush greenery and turquoise water everywhere. The perfect ending to the whole week.