Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac
From Split past the Makarska Riviera and the Neretva orchards, over the new Pelješac bridge to the walls of Ston and the Dingač vineyards.
- Distance
- 222 km (138 mi)
- Driving
- 3 h 04 min
- Suggested days
- 4
- Stops
- 7
- Countries
- Croatia
- Updated
- June 12, 2026
At a glance: 4-day road trip of about 222 km (138 mi) with 7 stops, from Split to Orebić. About 3 h 04 min of driving in total.
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Route description
Follow the coast road from Split south to Makarska, where the Biokovo massif rises straight behind the beaches. The Biokovo Skywalk and summit road are a worthwhile detour for confident drivers, but the road is narrow and unsuitable for motorhomes.
Beyond Ploče the Neretva delta spreads out in a patchwork of canals and mandarin orchards; in October and November stalls along the road sell fruit and juice. Turn off before the Bosnian border onto the new expressway to the Pelješac bridge, which avoids the Neum corridor and its border checks.
After the bridge, turn east to Ston and Mali Ston, joined by 5 km of medieval walls; walk a section, then eat oysters and mussels from the bay. Then follow the D414 west along the peninsula through wine villages.
At Potomje a narrow tunnel leads through the ridge to the Dingač slopes, home of Croatia’s best-known red; taste it in the village cellars. The road ends at Orebić, with beaches and a ferry across to Korčula for those who want to extend the trip.
Stop-by-stop itinerary
In driving order. Distances are estimates between consecutive stops.
- 1Start
Split
Croatia - 265 km
Makarska
Croatia - 367 km
Neretva Delta
NatureOpuzen, CroatiaA patchwork of mandarin orchards and canals where the Neretva reaches the sea. Stalls along the road sell fruit in autumn, and boat safaris run from local villages.
- 414 km
Pelješac Bridge
ViewsKomarna, CroatiaA 2.4 km cable-stayed bridge opened in 2022, linking southern Dalmatia to the rest of Croatia without crossing Bosnia and Herzegovina. There is no toll.
- 519 km
Walls of Ston
HistorySton, CroatiaMedieval walls climbing over the hill between Ston and Mali Ston, built to guard the salt pans of the Republic of Ragusa. Walk them, then try the local oysters.
- 640 km
Dingač Vineyards
FoodPotomje, CroatiaPlavac mali vines on scorching slopes falling straight to the sea, reached by a single-lane tunnel from Potomje. Cellars in Potomje offer tastings.
- 717 km
Orebić
Croatia
Suggested stages and overnight stops
4 days, split by driving time. Campsites from OpenStreetMap: check opening dates before you go.
- Day 1: Split → Makarska · 65 km · 0 h 54 minOvernight nearby, for example: Camp Riviera Makarska (1 km); Camp Makarska (2 km).
- Day 2: Makarska → Neretva Delta · 67 km · 0 h 56 minOvernight nearby, for example: Zuljana campsite (17 km); Camping VrelaCamping Vrela - Brijesta (13 km).
- Day 3: Neretva Delta → Walls of Ston · 33 km · 0 h 27 minOn the way: Pelješac Bridge.Overnight nearby, for example: Maslina (16 km); Auto Kamp Bambo (17 km).
- Day 4: Walls of Ston → Orebić · 56 km · 0 h 47 minOn the way: Dingač Vineyards.Overnight nearby, for example: Camping Nevio (2 km); Camping Lavanda (2 km).
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. July and August are the busiest months: book campsites early.
Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons
Practical notes for the road
- Croatia: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Road rules and fees change. Check official sources before you travel.
FAQs
How long is Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac?
4-day road trip of about 222 km (138 mi) with 7 stops, from Split to Orebić. About 3 h 04 min of driving in total.
How many days do you need for Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac?
We suggest 4 days: about 3 h 04 min of driving, which leaves time for the stops.
Where does Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac start and end?
It starts in Split and ends in Orebić.
Which countries does Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac pass through?
Croatia.
Where can you camp along Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac?
OpenStreetMap lists 83 campsites and motorhome stopovers within 20 km of the stops on this route. For example: Camping Stobreč Split, Camp Rožac and Camping Bunja.
When is the best time for Southern Dalmatia: Neretva delta to Pelješac?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
