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Croatia Bike Cruise

Croatia Bike Cruise

From EUR €850

Description

This guided cycling tour in Dalmatia starts and ends in Split exploring amazing coastlines, medieval towns, old villages and picturesque bays. Highlights include great beaches, vineyards, pine woods, cycling across the historic islands and exploring Mljet National Park. Croatia is a land of stunning islands, rich history, Mediterranean vegetation and a mild climate. Without doubt, the best way to explore it is by bike.

Trip Name
Croatia Bike Cruise
Days
8
Overview
These 'comfort' cruises are run on a small variety of vessels, all of very similar standard, but the actual vessel isn't usually confirmed until 2 weeks before the cruise. All of the vessels are very comfortable, and the cabins have airconditioning and en-suite bathrooms. All the vessels carry around 40 passengers (maximum). The vessels are all family run and provide plenty of space.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Saturday. Split -Supetar -Pučišća
Bike Course:-BIKE: Supetar -Pučišća Length: 25 km Total ascent: 380 m Highest point: 90 m Surface: 100% paved road Difficulty level: 2/5 Arrival in Split and check-in from 11:00. Departure at 13:00 followed by lunch on board on the journey to the island of Brač. Upon arrival in Supetar, cycle tour through the coastal road to the northern part of the island. Pass by the fishing villages Splitska and Postira and arrive in one of the most beautiful small settlements in Europe - Pučišća. Free afternoon for sightseeing of this charming village, well known for its long stonemason tradition. Overnight in Pučišća.
Day 2 - Sunday. Pučišća -Pokrivenik/Jelsa -Sućuraj - Kučište
Bike Course: Pokrivenik -Sućuraj Length: 32 km Total ascent: 450 m Highest point: 350 m Surface: 100 % paved Difficulty level: 3/5 Breakfast and morning cruise towards the longest Croatian island - Hvar with the view of Biokovo mountain. The cycling tour starts in a small picturesque bay Pokrivenik. It starts with ascending to the highest point of the route and then descends to the eastern point of Hvar island - Sućuraj, where the ship will be waiting. After lunch on board, cruise towards the second biggest Croatian peninsula - Pelješac and a charming settlement Kučište. Captain's dinner onboard (included on Premium categories). Overnight in Kučište.
Day 3 - Monday. Kučište –Trstenik
Bike Course: Kučište –TrsteniK Length: 30 km Total ascent: 800 m Highest point: 540 m Surface: 100% paved Difficulty level: 4/5 Today’s ride could be called the wine-panoramic route. After breakfast, start riding towards Orebić, the city of seafarers and captains. The first few kilometres of ascending and then descending with the unique viewpoints of the Korčula archipelago. After Orebić, ascend to the vineyard area with the most famous varieties of Croatian wine. Cross the tunnel Dingač to the south side of Pelješac and continue riding through vineyards to Trstenik. Overnight in Trstenik.
Day 4 - Tuesday. Trstenik - Mljet –Korčula
Bike Course:National park Mljet Length: 18 km Total ascend: 120 m Highest point: 45 m Surface: 80 % paved, 20% macadam Difficulty level: 1/5 Cruise during breakfast from Trstenik to Mljet island, the lush green island also known as Honey-island. Mljet National Park (entrance fee to be paid on the spot) is a beautiful area of unique charm, featuring two connected saltwater lakes, lush flora, a unique appearance of indented coastline, cliffs and numerous islets as well as always green plants of the surrounding hills. Cycle around the saltwater lake, inside which there is another island with the Benedictine monastery from the 12th century. Refreshment in saltwater lakes and return to the vessel for lunch on board. Afternoon cruise towards Korčula and upon arrival, time at leisure to explore the town of Marco Polo. Overnight in Korčula.
Day 5 - Wednesday. Korčula -Vela Luka
Bike Course: Korčula -Pupnat -Smokvica -Prižba -Blato -Vela Luka Length: 55 km Total ascend: 750 m Highest point: 340 m Surface: 100 % paved Difficulty level: 4/5 After breakfast, start with the longest route of the week passing through the entire island of Korčula. Ascend to Žrnovo village and then to the oldest settlement on the island - Pupnat, the highest point of the route. Descend to the south side of Korčula and road ride between one of the most beautiful bays of the island with steep cliffs above it. Continue the ride through numerous olive groves and vineyards of one of the most famous grape varieties, Pošip. Short break in the charming village of Smokvica. Descend to the sea and refresh on one of the numerous hidden pebbly beaches. Ascend towards the viewpoint above town Blato and finally descend towards Vela Luka. Dinner on board and overnight in Vela Luka.
Day 6 - Thursday. Vela Luka -Hvar -Stari Grad
Bike Course: 1.Hvar -Stari Grad 2. Stari Grad-Jelsa-Vrboska-Stari Grad BIKE 1: Length: 23 km Total ascent: 450m Highest point:410m Surface: 100% paved Difficulty level: 3/5 BIKE 2: Length: 22 km Total ascend: 110m Highest point: 85m Surface: 85% paved 15% macadam Difficulty level: 1/5 Early morning cruise from Vela Luka to the town of Hvar, with breakfast on board. Short sightseeing of Hvar, a fairy tale city with great architecture, beautiful nature and a mild climate. Cycle from Hvar to the other side of the island - Stari Grad. Pass through numerous lavender fields and enjoy the view towards neighbouring islands and the mainland. Lunch on board in Stari Grad. Easy afternoon ride up to two Hvar's pearls - Jelsa and Vrboska and through Stari Grad Plain where the ancient Greek land division has been preserved to these days with the system of roads and plots equally divided. Overnight in Stari Grad.
Day 7 - Friday. Stari Grad - Stomorska –Split
Bike Course: Stomorska-Maslinica Length: 36 km Total ascent: 450 m Highest point: 135 m Surface: 100 % paved Difficulty level: 2/5 The last day starts with a morning cruise from Stari Grad to the island of Šolta. After breakfast, start cycling from Stomorska to the highest point of the island - Gornje Selo, enjoying the views on both sides of the island and the scents of Mediterranean plants. Continue to Maslinica on the west part of the island. Short break and return to Stomorska. Lunch on board and cruise towards Split. Free afternoon for sightseeing and enjoying the Diocletian's city. Overnight in Split.
Day 8 - Saturday - Split
Disembarkation in Split. Breakfast followed by check out at 9:00 am.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
27-04-202404-05-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
27-04-202404-05-2024EUR €1,000Main Deck Cabins
04-05-202411-05-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
04-05-202411-05-2024EUR €1,000Main Deck Cabins
11-05-202418-05-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
11-05-202418-05-2024EUR €1,000Main Deck Cabins
18-05-202425-05-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
18-05-202425-05-2024EUR €1,000Main Deck Cabins
25-05-202401-06-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
25-05-202401-06-2024EUR €1,000On Deck Or Upper Deck Cabins
01-06-202408-06-2024EUR €1,050Below Deck Cabins
01-06-202408-06-2024EUR €1,150Main Deck Cabins
21-09-202428-09-2024EUR €1,050Below Deck Cabins
21-09-202428-09-2024EUR €1,150Main Deck Cabins
28-09-202405-10-2024EUR €1,050Below Deck Cabins
28-09-202405-10-2024EUR €1,150Main Deck Cabins
05-10-202412-10-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
05-10-202412-10-2024EUR €1,000Main Deck Cabins
12-10-202419-10-2024EUR €850Below Deck Cabins
12-10-202419-10-2024EUR €1,000Main Deck Cabins

Inclusions

    • Bike cruise with professional guide.

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