Of the three main Elafiti islands (along with Lopud and Sipan), Kolocep is the closest to Dubrovnik. The two main villages on the island are Gornje (Upper) Celo and Donje (Lower) Celo. The island is also the smallest, and has a population of around 300 people. Once called Calaphodia, Kolocep came under the control of the Republic of Ragusa (Dubrovnik) in the 11th century.
The “middle” island of the Elafiti trio, Lopud is home to just over 200 people although is considered the most developed of the three islands. Its name stems from the Greek name for the island, Delaphodia, although it was also named Lafota by the Romans who once had a settlement there. The island became part of the Republic of Ragusa in the 11th century.
Šipan is the largest of the main Elafiti islands, and there are two main villages on the island – Sudjuradj, on the southeastern tip of the island, and Sipanska Luka, on the western side, each centred around a bay. Unlike Kolocep and Lopud, Sipan isn’t car free – although it is still a relatively quiet and peaceful island.
We made a special video to show you all the places that you are going to enjoy on this tour