Dubrovnik luxury event ship sailing at sunset beside the Old Town city walls
Boat Tours

One Night Only — 10 July

Watch the festival fireworks light up the medieval city walls

This experience runs on a single night each year, the opening of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, and on no other date.

Dubrovnik

Unique Fireworks Night Experience

Unique Fireworks Night Experience

Dubrovnik Summer Festival opening, seen from the sea

Leave the crowded shoreline behind and take your place on the calm sea for a front-row view of the festival fireworks over the Old Town walls.

About This Experience

Experience the opening of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival the way almost no one else does — from the water. On the evening of 10 July, the festival is declared open above the Old Town and the sky over the medieval walls erupts in fireworks. On this private 2-hour boat experience you leave the crowded shoreline behind, cruise out beneath the floodlit city walls and take your place on the calm sea for an unobstructed, front-row view of the show. This experience runs on a single night each year — the opening of the festival — and on no other date.

Details

Duration
Approximately 2 hours on the evening of 10 July, timed around the Dubrovnik Summer Festival opening ceremony and the fireworks over the Old Town.
Departure Point
Gruž Harbour (Port Gruž), Dubrovnik.
Pickup Point
Boarding at Gruž Harbour (Port Gruž), Dubrovnik.
Itinerary
Boarding at Gruž → city walls panorama by sea → watching the festival opening fireworks from the boat → disembarkation at the Old Town City Port.
What's Included
- Private boat with skipper for the evening - A reserved viewing position on the sea for the fireworks - City walls panorama from the water - Disembarkation at the Old Town City Port
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks - Restaurant or VIP table reservations (arranged on request) - Gratuities
What to Bring
- A light jacket for the evening sea breeze - A camera - Flat, soft-soled shoes
Highlights
- A once-a-year view of the festival fireworks from the sea - The opening night of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival - Panorama of the illuminated medieval city walls - A finish in the heart of the Old Town

Itinerary

Unique fireworks night experience - pod boat tours

Boarding at Gruž, walls panorama by sea, the festival fireworks from the boat, and disembarkation in the Old Town City Port.

  1. Step 1

    Boarding at Gruž Harbour

    ⏱ 15 min

    Meet your skipper and board at Gruž Harbour for an early-evening departure.

    Dubrovnik Port Gruz
    Port
    15 min

    Gruz Port, Dubrovnik

    Boarding and departure

    Private-yacht embarkation point in Dubrovnik for a seamless Adriatic departure with Tendo-style service.

  2. Step 2

    City walls panorama by sea

    ⏱ 30 min

    Cruise out beneath the floodlit medieval city walls for a panorama of the Old Town from the water.

    Dubrovnik City Walls
    Highlight Museum

    Walls panorama from the sea

  3. Step 3

    The festival fireworks from the boat

    ⏱ 45 min

    Take your place on the calm sea for an unobstructed, front-row view of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival opening fireworks.

    Dubrovnik City Walls
    Highlight Museum

    Watching the fireworks over the Old Town

  4. Step 4

    Disembarkation at the Old Town City Port

    ⏱ 15 min

    Step ashore in the heart of Dubrovnik at the historic Old Town City Port, ready for dinner or a VIP table on request.

    Dubrovnik Old Town City Port
    Port

    Old Town City Port

    Disembarkation in the Old Town

    Historic City Harbour beneath the Old Town walls.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book this experience on any date?

No. This is a one-night-only experience available exclusively on 10 July, the opening night of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, when the festival fireworks light up the Old Town. It does not run on any other date.

What is the Dubrovnik Summer Festival?

The Dubrovnik Summer Festival (Dubrovačke ljetne igre) is Croatia's most prestigious cultural festival, held every year since 1950. For around 45 days each summer the Old Town becomes an open-air stage for theatre, classical music, opera and dance performed on fortresses, squares and historic palaces. The festival is ceremonially declared open in early July, and the opening night above the Old Town is traditionally crowned with fireworks.

Can you arrange dinner at a restaurant after the fireworks?

Yes. We can arrange a restaurant reservation for after the show. We recommend Kopun, a fine-dining restaurant set on a quiet Old Town square that revives forgotten Dubrovnik recipes. Just let us know when you book.

Can you reserve a VIP table for after the experience?

Yes. We can arrange a VIP table at Culture Club Revelin, set inside the historic 16th-century Revelin Fortress — one of the most spectacular club settings on the Adriatic. Availability is confirmed on request.

What places will we visit?

The places you visit depend on the specific private boat tour, yacht route, weather conditions and the time available on the water. Each product page lists its own suggested itinerary and main highlights.

For Dubrovnik private boat and yacht experiences, routes may include islands, secluded bays, swimming stops, coastal towns, caves, Boka Bay, Montenegro coastline or other points of interest depending on the selected tour. Final routing is agreed before departure and may be adjusted by the captain for safety and sea conditions.

Can the private boat route be customized?

Yes. Most private boat tours and yacht experiences can be customized within the confirmed duration of the tour. You can usually adjust the balance between sightseeing, panorama cruising, swimming, lunch, time ashore and direct transfer time.

The final route always depends on yacht availability, weather, sea conditions, port rules and, for cross-border routes such as Dubrovnik to Montenegro, border formalities.

What private boat tour versions and combinations are available?

Private boat tours from Dubrovnik can be arranged in different versions depending on the selected product, yacht or speedboat class, destination, duration and preferred pace. Some routes are focused on swimming and hidden bays, others on coastal sightseeing, island hopping, lunch stops, transfers or cross-border yacht routes such as Dubrovnik to Montenegro.

Combinations are possible when they fit safely within the confirmed tour duration. The final plan is agreed before departure and may be adjusted according to weather, sea conditions, port rules and captain recommendation.

What is the price on this boat trip and do you need to prebook

Prices you can view under the options tab. You can choose to reserve now and pay later for this tour. 

What is a difference between your boat classes (medium, high, executive, luxury)

At first, the difference is in the size of the boat, which represents how many people feel comfortable on such a boat to enjoy the sea. Then, if you are not already familiar, the ships have different equipment and designs. 

Most medium-class boats are with outboard motors up to 6.5 meters long. Then come high-class boats with inboard engines, which is not necessarily the case.
The biggest difference between medium and high-class boats is in the equipment and design. The high-class speedboat is mostly sporty and recommended for up to 4 people, while the medium class is recommended for 2 people.

Executive boats are 8-9 meters in size, newer years with outboard or inboard engines, but all have toilets. In the Executive class of boats, we are talking about luxury speedboats of recent years with a lot of equipment and an attractive appearance.

Motor yachts are 9 - 11 meters long, with a saloon, flybridge, kitchen, and stern for swimming. Executive motor yachts are 11 - 14 meters long, but more recently built.

Luxury yachts are a story by themselves, this is really about great luxury for people who demand such a service.

If you are not sure what kind of boat you want, consider that the captain of the boat is responsible for providing you with the best possible service. All our captains are professionals and will do everything for you to have a great time.

Is boat shaded

Yes, shade is a must when enjoying Dubrovnik waters!

In case of bad weather would you offer me a full refund.
  • All our boat tours and private excursions are 100% refundable if canceled by us due to unfavorable or unsafe weather conditions.
  • WE WILL CONTACT YOU as soon as the captain knows – you can also contact us to find out if you have any doubts about the weather.
  • We make every effort to contact you a reasonable amount of time before the tour (we will call, email, and text you) but sometimes we do not cancel until the last minute due to unpredictable weather nowadays. If we do not contact you, please head to the tour as normal.
  • Our Master Captains are professionals and safety is our number 1 concern.
  • You can reschedule your trip for a later date with no expiration or receive a full refund. Your cancellation email will have instructions on how to re-book your trip or request a refund.
We would like to book your boat for a whole day. Do you do private event? Do you have a contact info ?

Yes we do a private events. You can contact us via email : cs@tendo.hr or via our contact page
 

Please send us all informations about your requirments
 

We are visiting Dubrovnik in April / October / November and we would like to know if you privide day tours during this month. Thank you!

In April / October / November boat tours really depends on the water conditions. In case the tour can't be done due to weather conditions we will always either issue a full refund or try to postpone the tour to the next day. 

Is there bathroom / toilet on boat.
  • Medium-class boats are not equipped with toilets. 
  • Some of the high-class category speed boats have toilets. 
  • All executive-class speedboats have toilets and some have bathrooms also.
  • Motor yachts, Executive motor yachts, and Luxury yachts have bathrooms (more than one)
What is you cancellation policy
  • Cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour in order to receive a full refund.
  • No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of your scheduled cruise, or no-shows.
How much does a private boat or yacht tour from Dubrovnik cost?

The price depends on the selected route, tour duration, boat or yacht class, group size, season, fuel requirements and any optional services such as lunch, transfers, guides or special arrangements.

Shorter Dubrovnik boat tours usually have a different price structure than full-day private yacht routes or cross-border experiences such as Dubrovnik to Montenegro. For tailor-made routes, we confirm the final price in the personalized offer before booking.

Do we only cruise by boat, or can we also stop ashore?

Both options are possible on most private boat and yacht tours. Some guests prefer a relaxed panorama cruise with swimming stops, while others want time ashore for sightseeing, lunch or a short walk in a coastal town.

Stops ashore depend on the selected destination, local docking options, weather, sea conditions and the total tour duration. The captain and operations team will help shape a realistic route for the time available.

How many guests are joining you on the boat?

All our boat tours are private, without joined travellers. We can accommodate the number of guests permitted by the specific boat's licence, so please tell us your group size and we will recommend the best option.

Do you prefer a sleek, fast speedboat for exploring caves, or a large motor yacht with a shaded cabin and lounge decks?

Please contact us with your preferences and group details. We can offer everything from sleek speedboats for cave hopping to large motor yachts with shaded cabins and spacious lounge decks, and we will help match you with the right boat.

Are you celebrating a special occasion, like a birthday, honeymoon, or anniversary?

If you are celebrating a special occasion, please let us know in advance. We can help arrange special touches on board such as balloons, candles, drinks, and other decorations to make the experience more personal.

Why choose Tendo luxury travel

Tendo luxury travel is a regional expert and leading specialist for holiday planning and provision of complete tourist services in southern Dalmatia, the Dubrovnik area, and wider. Our business is based on quality presentation and complete tourist offers, professional and individual service oriented to client wishes and needs. 

We are an active member of UHPA ( ACTA /Association of Croatian Travel Agencies) which guarantee of the service quality and authenticity of products and services. We’re taking special care of our clients during their stay at their destination or use of our services and we are always at your disposal ready to help and share useful and helpful information.

Throughout the past, we had countless satisfied and returning clients which present our success and pride and we hope that you will become one of them in a near future. Our goal is satisfied clients and professional service which goes beyond your expectations!

You can count on our kind and knowledgeable staff to offer you the attention, care, and service necessary to have a trip that is both memorable and trouble-free.

Where can I learn more about your agency?

Our business is based on quality presentation and complete tourist offers, professional and individual service oriented to client wishes and needs. You can read reviews about our agency on our Reviews page or on official our TripAdvisor page.
 

 

What do you have in your offer?

Offer program
Includes the most tourist products and services in Croatia and we would like to point out the services :

Private boat tours


Tendo Luxury Travel is an industry leader when it comes to providing speedboat tours in the Dubrovnik region. Participate in our Private Cave Tours as well as our Private Boat Trips to the Islands in the Area. We will make arrangements for an enjoyable day spent at sea in the vicinity of Dubrovnik, and you will have the option of paying a private visit to one of the islands in the area. There are a variety of boat rental alternatives available, ranging from moderate to high to luxury. To create the ideal day at sea for you, one that you will never forget, we will not only show you the greatest areas to swim and snorkel but also recommend the best eateries on the islands.

If you decide to go with our company to find a boat rental service in Dubrovnik, you will only be one click away from a memorable experience on the water in this city.

Tailor-made private excursions

Private day tours/excursions in Dubrovnik are taken by one or more passengers (all in the same party) on the date of their choice, subject to schedules and availability. In other words, our private excursions in Dubrovnik are just you (and/or your group) and adriaticGlobal.Net guide or/and driver/skipper - there are no join-in travelers. Private excursions offer the following benefits : they are flexible with itinerary, so you can enjoy trip planning with your own tour guide, and enjoy boats & vehicles that cater to only you for sightseeing popular attractions in comfort way.

Yacht and boat charter

We all dream of the right day on a boat! Would you like to engage in the adventure of exploring the Adriatic sea and enjoying its true beauty by boat? The Adriatic Sea has over 1000 islands and that's why it is often called the nautical paradise, and most southern part of the Adriatic sea, is well known as the most exciting one.

The actual advantages of a brand new yacht charter would be the flexibility to visit in which you want, within the cruising a part of the yacht, moreover as accomplish what you want after you need. To realize a charter vacation on the Adriatic coast, you will need to rent a yacht to explore 1000 (one thousand) islands on the Croatian side of the Adriatic, starting from Dubrovnik, Hvar, Kornati, Split, Zadar, Brijuni, Pula, Rovinj.

Private transfers on land and sea

Transfers with the boat - Transportation from the airports to the islands (direct). Your captain will pick you up and transport you directly to your destination, making your transfers a unique experience. Depending on the length of your stay, we may also transport you back to the airport. Avoid standing in line for the ferry. You decide to book a private transfer, so the entire boat is reserved just for you. You might take a private car from the port where you arrive at your destination to your residence, and then have the same car take you back to the port when you leave. We cover all major destinations such as : Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korcula, Hvar, Brac, Vis, Kornati, and Split in the Croatian part of the Adriatic, and we can organize transfers from Croatia to Montenegro (Budva, Kotor, Porto Montenegro, Porto Novi) or Montenegro to Croatia. 
Check our private boat transfer offer

Transfer with the car - If you are traveling with family, in a group, or on business, for example, and you would prefer your own vehicle to go straight to where you need to go with a registered driver, then a private transfer may be the ideal choice for you. With a private service, you can make arrangements to meet your driver at a location that has been predetermined in advance, pre-book seats for youngsters, or pre-book space for more luggage. We cover all major destinations such as : Dubrovnik, Split, Zagreb, and Rovinj in the Croatian part of the Adriatic, and we can organize transfers from Croatia to Montenegro and Italy

Check our private ground services (car transfers) offer.

Corporate travel events

Tendo Luxury travel is a full-service agency offering complete tour planning for individuals and groups of all sizes. We will provide you with professional tailor-made tours and destination services. As your partner, it is our duty to make your group event fun and memorable, therefore we will help you to plan your next event from start to finish and achieve your objectives by designing imaginative special events, fun-filled tours, and unique theme parties that make a lasting impression.

How do a pay for confirmed reservation?

Payment with credit card / OFFLINE

If you choose this method of payment, our customer service will send you a calculation and credit card authorization form,  you will need to fill it in and return it to the agency by email. Be advised that only a signed form authorizes us to charge the booking balance of your reservation according to the chosen payment terms. For security reasons, you can call us to dictate your credit card number. Upon charging your credit card, the same amount is converted into your country's currency according to the exchange rate of credit card associations. There is a possibility of a slight difference from the original price stated on our website due to this conversion!

Payment with credit card / ONILE

In co-operation with our business bank Raiffeisenbank Austria, we have provided you with online credit card payment. If you choose this payment method, upon granted inquiry our customer service will send you an email, quote, and link for credit card authorization pages through our payment gateway secured with an SSL key : https://pos.adriaticglobal.net. Clicking on a link you will be redirected to adriaticGlobal.Net TA pages on which you must enter the required information and follow the application instructions to complete the payment. adriaticGlobal TA and Raiffeisenbank Austria guarantee the security of your online purchases by using 3D safety standards laid down by Visa International (Verified by Visa) and MasterCard Worldwide (MasterCard Secure Code).

Payment from abroad via bank transfer:

This method of payment refers exclusively to foreign customers/guests. If you choose to pay by bank transfer, please transfer the confirmed amount of service to the account of Tendo luxury travek agency.
Our bank beneficiary details are :

Full name of receiving bankRaiffeisenbank Austria d.d. / https://www.rba.hr
Full address of receiving bankPetrinjska 59, 10000 Zagreb, Croati
Full name of beneficiaryTendo d.o.o.
Full Address of beneficiaryAndrije Hebranga 106A, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Iban CodeHR2524840081107216972
Account No.1107216972
SWIFTRZBHHR2X

PayPal payment

We accept payments with PayPal. Please inform us if you like to process payment via the PayPal service.

Notes:

  1. Certain payment options do not apply to all products and services.
  2. Transaction fees are paid by the customer/guest and it is included in prices.
  3. After payment is done, the customer/guest may be asked to send confirmation of payment by e-mail.
  4. After payment is done, the customer/guest may be asked to send confirmation of payment by e-mail.
  5. The moment of reception of payment confirmation or credit card authorization form will be considered as accrued benefit and confirmation of reservation
What is the current currency of payment in Croatia?

The euro

As of 01 January 2023, the currency of Croatia is the euro.

What is your cancellation policy?

For all our services mostly you can cancel up to 48-24 hours before the tour check-in. Always In case of client illness, physical condition, accident, or injury prior to service star agency will in good manners offer a full refund.

Do you offer any discounts?

Yes! Contact us to find out more about discounts.

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