Dubrovnik: Segway – Hidden Bays & Promenade Guided Tour

Dubrovnik’s Old Town gets the attention, but this Segway tour takes you somewhere different: the coast west of the historic center. You’ll roll through Lapad, Gruž, Solitudo, and a string of bays and beaches, covering more ground than you could on foot. I like the varied route and the way guide Leo uses quiet paths, port roads, and seaside promenades rather than sticking to one sightseeing loop.

I also like the patient introduction for first-time riders. Several people needed only a few minutes to feel comfortable, and Leo is described as calm, funny, and encouraging. The main consideration is location: you meet at Hotel Uvala in Lapad, not in the Old Town, so you’ll need to make your way there. The tour also suits only riders who can manage a Segway and is not available to children under 10, pregnant women, wheelchair users, or people over 130 kilograms.

Key points at a glance

• A coastal route beyond the Old Town: Ride through Lapad, Gruž, Solitudo, Copacabana, Coral Beach, and Sunset Beach.
• A gentle start for beginners: Training comes before the group sets off, with time to practice under the guide’s supervision.
• A small group of up to 10: A compact group makes it easier to receive help and keep the ride relaxed.
• A useful first-day activity: The route helps you locate beaches, bars, restaurants, bays, and walking paths for later visits.
• A strong photography outing: Expect sea views, little docks, traditional Mediterranean houses, and several photo stops.
• A two-hour ride for $78: The price is fair if you value the guide, equipment, instruction, and distance covered in a short time.

Why this tour shows you a different Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik’s walled Old Town is essential, but it can also dominate your entire visit. This ride shifts your attention to Lapad and the coast around Gruž, where the pace is slower and the scenery is more open.

You’ll see small docks, boats, Mediterranean houses, wooded routes, beaches, and bays that are easy to miss if you stay near the city walls. The ride is less about entering monuments and more about seeing how Dubrovnik’s coastal neighborhoods fit together.

I especially like this as an early activity. It gives you a working map of the area. You can spot a beach for a later swim, note a restaurant along the Promenade, and see which paths you may want to walk after the tour. One rider used the outing to plan the rest of the stay, while another returned to the area for lunch and spent the afternoon there.

The tour has a 4.9 rating from 72 reviews, with praise focused mainly on the guide, the scenery, and the ease of learning the Segway. That is useful context. You are not paying for a major historic site or a long formal lecture. You are paying for an active way to cover a good stretch of Dubrovnik’s western coast, with a local person helping you make sense of it.

Starting at Hotel Uvala in Lapad

The meeting point is the lobby of Hotel Uvala at Masarykov put 5A. This is in Lapad, away from the Old Town, and the tour both starts and finishes there.

That arrangement is handy if you are staying in the Lapad area. If you are based in the Old Town, you’ll need transport to the meeting point. One rider reported paying €3.60 for a roughly 10-minute Uber ride, but prices can vary, so treat that only as a guide rather than a fixed fare.

Starting in Lapad also makes sense for the route. Instead of spending the first part of the tour crossing town, you get straight onto local streets and head toward the Promenade beside Lapad Bay.

Before riding, you receive a training session and helmet. The Segways are PT i2 models, and a small front bag is included. You must sign a disclaimer covering the general terms and conditions before training begins.

Learning the Segway before the ride

If you have never used a Segway, the first few minutes are the part to take seriously. The controls are simple, but the machine responds to your body position, so you need a little time to get used to starting, stopping, turning, and holding a steady line.

The guide does not rush this stage. Leo is repeatedly praised for giving nervous beginners enough practice and reassurance before leaving the hotel. One rider in her late fifties was anxious at first but became comfortable within about five minutes. A teenager also received patient help before the group set off.

That makes this a good choice for mixed groups. One person can be experienced while another is trying a Segway for the first time. The small group limit of 10 helps here, though your actual group could be much smaller. Some departures have been private-feeling, with only two riders and the guide.

You should still be honest about your comfort level. This is not a sightseeing vehicle where you simply sit back. You control the Segway and need to pay attention to the route, other people, walls, cars, and changes in surface. The ride includes pavements, roads, rough tracks, and forest paths, although the route has been described as manageable for beginners.

From Lapad Promenade to Gruž Port

Once everyone is comfortable, the ride heads down to the Promenade along Lapad Bay. This is a pleasant introduction to the neighborhood, with bars and restaurants lining the route.

The Promenade gives you an immediate sense of Lapad as a seaside district rather than just a hotel zone. You can note places to return to for a drink or meal, and you’ll have an early chance to get used to steering in a public setting.

From there, the route continues toward Gruž, Dubrovnik’s port. This part adds a more working side of the city. You’ll ride beside the sea, passing traditional Mediterranean houses and small docks with boats.

I like this change of mood. The tour does not show you only polished viewpoints. It connects the resort-like bay with a port area and residential streets, giving you a broader picture of western Dubrovnik.

There are scenic views and photo stops along the way, but the exact timing depends on the group. If you want photos, tell the guide early. The route is designed for pictures, and Leo has been praised for allowing time to stop rather than treating the outing as a race.

Forest roads, Solitudo, and the beach stops

After Gruž, you head through a forest road toward Camp Solitudo. The surface changes here, which is one reason the training matters. You are not confined to smooth pavement for the entire tour.

The route then reaches Copacabana Beach and Coral Beach. These stops give the ride a clear coastal focus, with open views and places to pause. The information supplied does not promise swimming time, so think of these as sightseeing and photography stops rather than a beach day.

Coral Beach is described as especially striking, and the route near it gives you a chance to see a quieter side of the coast. You may find the contrast appealing after the streets and port. The ride keeps moving, though, so do not book this expecting a long stay at each beach.

For photographers, this is one of the best parts of the tour. You’ll have sea views, boats, wooded tracks, and changing angles along the coast. A phone is enough for quick pictures, but keep it secure while riding. The small front bag is useful for light items, though the tour does not promise storage for large belongings.

The seaside walking trail and little bays

The return route takes a walking trail beside the sea. This is where the tour earns its title, with small bays appearing along the coast as you move back toward the Promenade.

A Segway lets you cover this stretch faster than walking, but you still get the chance to stop for pictures and take in the views. The combination of gentle paths, water, and small inlets gives the ride a more relaxed feel than the port section.

You should expect a sightseeing ride, not technical off-road riding. The route includes a mixture of roads, pavements, rough tracks, and forest paths, but the focus is scenery and access to several coastal areas. Riders who already have Segway experience may find the terrain easy. Beginners should stay alert and follow the guide’s pace.

The final stop is Sunset Beach before you return to Hotel Uvala. This gives the outing a clear finish and adds another coastal viewpoint without requiring a separate trip. It also makes the route practical for later planning. If a beach or bay catches your eye, you can return on foot or by local transport after learning where it is.

What Leo adds to the ride

The guide matters a lot on an activity like this. Without a good guide, a Segway ride can become a simple circuit with little local character. Leo is described as relaxed, patient, friendly, and easy to talk with.

His role is not limited to safety instructions. He points out areas to visit, places to eat, and local details about Dubrovnik and the surrounding region. He has also shared tips about wine areas, which can be useful if you plan to explore beyond the city.

The strongest praise centers on his ability to read the group. Beginners receive encouragement without being made to feel awkward, while experienced riders can move along at a comfortable pace. That balance is important because the tour can attract families with teenagers, couples, and mixed-age groups.

The language listed for the tour is English. The group size is limited to 10, and a smaller group may allow more conversation and flexibility at stops. You should not assume every departure will be private, but the limit keeps it from becoming a large convoy.

Is $78 a fair price?

At $78 per person for two hours, this is not the cheapest way to see Lapad. You could walk sections of the coast for less, and local transport can take you between parts of Dubrovnik without the cost of a guided activity.

The value comes from combining several things in a short time: a Segway, instruction, helmet, guide, local suggestions, and a route linking Lapad Bay, Gruž, Solitudo, Copacabana, Coral Beach, the seaside trail, and Sunset Beach.

If you would otherwise spend a half-day finding these places yourself, the price makes more sense. You cover a lot of ground, learn the layout, and still have time afterward to return to a favorite area. The value is also stronger for first-time visitors who want an active introduction rather than a standard walking tour.

For a family or couple, compare the total price with what you would spend on several short taxi rides and separate visits. If you mainly want historic buildings and formal stories, spend your money in the Old Town instead. This tour is best for coast, movement, scenery, and practical local tips.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour, and you can reserve now and pay later. In heavy rain, the tour is postponed, so check the forecast and keep some flexibility in your schedule.

Who should book it, and who should skip it

I would suggest this tour to couples, families with older children, and friends who like active sightseeing. It is particularly useful at the start of a Dubrovnik stay, when you want to find beaches, restaurants, bays, and neighborhoods to revisit.

It also suits people who have never ridden a Segway but are willing to practice. The training is designed to help beginners, and the route has been manageable for riders aged 11 and 14 as well as adults.

You should skip it if you want a slow historical tour, dislike balancing on a moving vehicle, or have mobility needs that make Segway riding unsuitable. The tour is not for children under 10, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with mobility impairments, or anyone over 130 kilograms.

Rain can also interrupt plans. In heavy rain, the ride is postponed rather than simply carried on in poor conditions.

Should you book this Dubrovnik Segway tour?

Book it if you want to see the coast beyond the Old Town, cover plenty of ground in two hours, and get useful ideas for the rest of your stay. The combination of Lapad’s Promenade, Gruž Port, forest paths, beaches, and small bays gives you a side of Dubrovnik that a city-center walking tour will not provide.

I would book it early in the holiday, especially if you are staying in or near Lapad. You’ll leave with a better sense of where to eat, which beaches to visit, and which seaside paths deserve more time.

The main catch is the meeting point and the price. You must reach Hotel Uvala yourself, and $78 is a premium for a short activity. But for an easy, guided way to see a wide stretch of Dubrovnik’s western coast, with a patient guide and strong photo opportunities, it is a sensible choice.

FAQ

Where does the Dubrovnik Segway tour start and finish?

The tour starts and ends in the lobby of Hotel Uvala at Masarykov put 5A in Lapad.

How long does the Segway tour last?

The tour lasts two hours.

What places does the route visit?

The route includes the Lapad Promenade, Gruž and its port, Camp Solitudo, Copacabana Beach, Coral Beach, a seaside walking trail with small bays, and Sunset Beach.

Is training included for first-time Segway riders?

Yes. A training session is included before the ride begins, along with a helmet and a Segway PT i2.

How many people can join the tour?

The tour is limited to 10 participants.

Who cannot take part?

The tour is not suitable for children under 10, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, wheelchair users, or people over 130 kilograms.