Unravelling Hvar’s history

In this Local Life story, find out what life looked like before the arrival of the first visitors and a completely new way of life on Hvar. Following the many hidden trails of the island, discover the traditional Mediterranean ways of older generations who lived an entirely different rhythm of life.

Feel like a tour might be too long, too short, or just not the perfect mix for your group? Maybe too heavy on history and light on nature, or just simply not enough wine! This bespoke Experience allows us to craft the perfect itinerary so that your day is as unforgettable as you want it to be.

This unique botanical garden has recently sprung up in a remote Hvar village, with an abundance of wild plants that testify to the biodiversity of the island of Hvar and the traditional diligence of the islanders and their coexistence with nature. Let us introduce you to these innovative locals who will show you the secret life of Hvar's wild plants with a guided tour of this special place.

Deep in the village of Vrbanj, Konoba Bratanić is not a restaurant, nor simply a wine tasting room, nor any other type of catering establishment. It is a place for storytelling, where the depths of past Mediterranean eras are brought to life.

This private tour takes you far back into the island’s history. Visit Grapčeva Cave, the most significant prehistoric site in the Adriatic, before heading back for a guided stroll through the abandoned ethnovillage of Humac, stopping by the small ethnographic museum, church, and ancient herb distillery which are otherwise closed to visitors.