On Friday, 12 June 2026, a half-day excursion by boat to the island of Šipan will be organised, with tasting of local products and possibility for swimming.
Šipan is the largest (16.5 km2) island of the Elaphite archipelago and is located 17 km north-west of Dubrovnik. There are two main willages on the island: Suđurađ in the east and Šipanska Luka in the west.
Numerous crops are grown on the island, including olives, figs, almonds, citrus fruits and carob. Šipan holds the Guinness World Record for the most olive trees in relation to the size of the island.
Šipan also has a rich religious tradition; there are 43 churches, which once served the locals as protection against pirate attacks.
Attendees will visit the Goravica family farm, who grow olives and vine and also has a factory with a drive for processing carob into carob powder.
For more information about the farm, please visit https://greencaptain.hr/en/green-captain/.
Excursion Plan
- departure time from Valamar Lacroma Hotel: 12:30 pm
- the journey from Dubrovnik harbour takes about an hour
- lunch on the boat
- visit to the Goravica family farm
- local products tasting
- free time
- return time to Valamar Lacroma Hotel: approx. 7:00 pm
Walking Tour
Another option to consider is joining a guided walking tour through the city’s historic Old Town, where an experienced local guide can share fascinating stories and cultural insights.
🌟 Walking Tour Plan – Discover the Old Town
📍 Meeting Point:
Our guided walking tour begins at the iconic Pile Gate, the historic western entrance to the Old Town.
🕒 Meeting Time:
Please arrive by 3:00 PM to meet your guide and check in. The tour will begin promptly.
⏳ Duration:
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore the city’s rich history, architecture, and hidden stories.
* Please register for the excursion or walking tour when you register for the Conference