When you set sail from Trogir—a town whose core is protected by UNESCO—you don’t just leave the shore; you leave the everyday behind. You abandon cars, concrete, and plans in front of the boat’s anchor, and head out to the sea that unites time into one great present. If you’re a yachtsman, you know exactly what I’m talking about. If you’re not—seven days at sea will take you there.

The route we bring you leads north from Trogir: through the Šibenik archipelago, Kornati National Park, untouched islets like Smokvica and Kakan, and back via Primošten and Stari Trogir bay. It’s more than a voyage—it’s a week of life attuned to nature, the gastronomic roots of Dalmatia, and the beauty of a sea that seems to remember everything.

Day 1: Trogir - Rogoznica (17 NM) — The path to silence 

Just as every good novel begins with a powerful first chapter, so too does a true nautical adventure start in a city whose past is visible in every stone. Trogir is more than a marina; it’s a sanctuary for the yachtsman’s soul. Before departure, a stroll through the old town is a must, along with a final espresso on the promenade, picking up fresh fish and vegetables at the market, and then checking equipment and supplies.

The sail to Rogoznica doesn’t take long—16 nautical miles. It’s enough time to get accustomed, get to know the boat if you’ve chartered it, and let the sea begin to set the pace. A gentle breeze, calm blue, salt in your hair—you already feel you’re in the right place.

Rogoznica reveals itself with a tranquil harbor face. Its  Marina Frapa has for years been synonymous with safety, top-notch service, and excellent logistics. But beyond the marina, Rogoznica offers a special nook of nature: Dragon’s Eye Lake. This ancient cryptodepression lake, according to legend created by the tears of an ancient creature, is today an unmissable stop for every explorer. The afternoon is reserved for your first proper swim, dinner on the waterfront with freshly prepared calamari and a sip of wine from local vineyards. With the first day, you already feel ready to return to yourself.

What to see and do in Rogoznica:

• Visit the Dragon’s Eye, a natural lake locals believe holds special energy.

• Swim at the pebble beach Šepurine.

• Dinner at Konoba Mario or in the marina with a view of the boats.

• Full provisioning—Tommy and Studenac supermarkets just minutes’ walk from the marina.

• Sports and pools available within the marina.

Marina Frapa also has fuel, electricity, water, and the energy of a serious start. Whether your boat has just arrived from charter or you’re a skipper for several weeks—get everything you need for the journey ahead here.

Day 2: Rogoznica – Šibenik (15 NM) — A harbor of history and flavors

The next morning, the route heads toward Šibenik—a port city where the Mediterranean is felt in the air, stone, water, and rhythm of its people. Sailing through the St. Anthony Channel, you enter a medieval scene. St. Nicholas’ Fortress greets you as gatekeeper—the entrance to urban magic.

Šibenik is one of the few Croatian coastal towns founded as an authentic Croatian settlement, without Greek or Roman origins. Its cobblestones tell stories of princes, bishops, and traders. Touring the Cathedral of St. James, built entirely of stone without wood or cement, is a must for any traveler.

A day in Šibenik is incomplete without a gastronomic adventure. Pelegrini restaurant, next to the cathedral, pairs local flavors with global techniques. Fresh white fish, homemade olive oil, hand-made pasta—all at the foot of historic stone walls.

After dinner, a stroll along the promenade brings you into the nautical rhythm. Šibenik feels like a city without the noise and pressures of city life—a truly restorative place.

What to do in Šibenik:

• Visit St. Michael’s fortress with views of the archipelago
• Walk to the Cathedral of St. James (UNESCO)
• Dine at Pelegrini, Croatia’s top culinary destination
• Shopping and refueling at Konzum, Plodine, and the fish market

D-Marin Mandalina in Šibenik is well protected marina, close to the center, and offers all the necessary infrastructure before venturing deeper into Kornati. 

Day 3: Šibenik – Smokvica (17 NM) The point of no return (to civilization)

The third day of sailing marks the entry into the heart of Kornati. Every cogwheel of digital life stops turning here. The signal weakens, the sounds of waves and cicadas become music, and the horizon—a theatre.

Smokvica is one of those coves you enter and never wish to leave. Your gaze reaches only blue cliffs and green macchia. On the lake, hidden among the rocks, is Konoba Piccolo—so simple in execution, so abundant in experience. The food centers on the daily catch and vegetables from their garden. Everything you eat here has been seen growing or swimming around you.

Evenings on Smokvica mean complete peace. There is no light pollution. Just you, the boat, and thousands of stars wiping away everything you once thought important. It is a night reminding you of essential human joys.

What to do in Smokvica:

• Dinner with freshly prepared scorpion fish, calamari, and Swiss chard.
• A signal-free overnight—you’re unplugged from the world and reconnected with nature.
• Swimming in a crystal-clear, almost tropical sea.

The island has neither shops nor provisioning points—whatever you didn’t bring from Šibenik, you won’t find here.

Day 4: Smokvica – Levrnaka (12 NM) – A white beach, a blue soul

The fourth day brings a new dimension of beauty - Lojena Cove on Levrnaka Island. This beach, covered in white pebbles of turquoise shine, is so clean and soft you almost want to apologize for disturbing perfection. The water here is like a silver mirror from which fish and sun reflections emerge.

The day is reserved for rest, swimming, diving, and lounging. Afterwards, you anchor on the other side of the island, where Konoba Levrnaka provides a full-on Kornati hospitality experience. Though there’s neither signal nor concrete, there’s wine, oil, bread, and fish—and all of this is sacred for how real it is.

Plan for the day:

• Swimming at Lojena Beach
• A light walk to Konoba Levrnaka, with a top offering of Kornati cuisine
• Overnight in peace and a return to simplicity: a book, silence, a horizon undisturbed

This is the heart of your journey, figuratively and geographically, a moment when you truly feel what it means to slow your pace to the rhythm of the waves and your breath.

Day 5: Levrnaka – Žakan – Kakan (20 NM) – Mediterranean zen

The fifth day is all about hedonism and pure relaxation. First, you stop on Ravni Žakan Island to enjoy lunch at their exclusive tavern with a view that can’t be bought. Prawns, white fish, and perhaps octopus are served, all accompanied by good wine and a silence broken only by the sound of clinking glasses.

Then you retire to the cove on Kakan Island. Potkućina Bay—a soft shelter for both boat and soul—offers unrealistically clear water and an underwater world teeming with life. The perfect end to the day is when the sun sets, you swim in the warm sea, dinner is prepared on deck from yesterday’s supplies, and everything you love most is right there—on a few square meters of your boat.

Plan for the day:

• Masked swimming—the sea here teems with fish
• Dinner on board with what you brought from Žakan or Šibenik
• Complete peace, seabirds, and panoramas without light pollution

The island has no infrastructure, but that is what makes it the perfect place for contemplation.

Day 6: Kakan – Primošten (12 NM) – At sea, but close to town

The sixth day brings a return to civilization, but with comfort fully retained. Primošten is a place that looks like a postcard: stone houses huddle on the peninsula, vineyards cascade toward the sea, and the main church watches over the open sea as if counting the boats that come and go.

You can moor in the harbor or stay at anchor and come ashore by tender. A stroll through the old town, swimming at Mala and Velika Raduča beaches, lunch at Konoba Mediteran, and a glass of local wine from the vineyards surrounding Primošten are highly recommended.

The last night outside your home port, though close to land, still carries the scent of the free sea and the special silence that those on land rarely hear.

Primošten itinerary: 

• Anchor in the city harbor or in Marina Kremik (south of town)
• Dinner at Konoba Mediteran—lamb under the bell and local Babić wine
• Walk to St. George’s Church for panoramic views of the entire archipelago
• Stock up your boat for the final day’s return to Trogir.

Day 7: Primošten – Stari Trogir Cove (20 NM) – The farewell anchor

The last day, yet you don’t want it to end. Stari Trogir Cove is the perfect pause - a final moment where the boat rests before the ultimate return. Swim among ancient Roman villa ruins slowly sinking into the sea, prepare your last onboard lunch, or simply let the gentle breeze carry your silent gratitude for all the experiences gathered.

Then, back to Trogir. The  marina welcomes you once again; the city beneath palms and church bells brings you full circle.

Returning home — but forever changed

Seven days at sea shift your perspective. This journey blends it all: the security of calm sailing, the thrill of untouched nature, the peaceful silence of Kornati, the rich culture of coastal towns, easy accessibility, and the purest essence of the Mediterranean: simplicity. As you step back on land in Trogir, you’ll likely glance out to sea one more time and whisper, “I’ll be back soon.” Because the Adriatic you’ve sailed through isn’t just a route anymore - it’s become a part of you