Tour de South Dalmatia Islands Bike Tour
Duration:
8 Days
Difficulty: Med/High
From
$3004
This South Dalmatia Islands bike tour off the mainland of Croatia, will have you in awe of the beauty of Adriatic Europe. The azure waters have to be seen to be believed, coupled with centuries old quaint villages on beautiful remote islands, and the grand old World Heritage listed town of Split, is a combination to be found nowhere else.
You will be sailing aboard a premium, spacious and air-conditioned ship (see more on the ships used on these tours), the perfect way to explore this coastal paradise. Enjoy a morning dip before heading out for your daily guided cycling tour on these stunning islands, including world heritage listed islands of Korcula and Hvar. Gourmet meals are provided and included on board as per the inclusions below, and are typical Croatian cuisine. The on board bar provides the ideal way to end the day with a G&T on the deck watching the stunning Dalmatia sunsets.
The cycling is graded medium/difficult, with mainly easy days around 20-40kms, but mixed with 2 cycling days that include 400m ascents (Day 3 & 6 see itinerary description below). Some cycling experience or training is recommended. The tours are fully guided and supported.
What We Love About this Bike and Boat Cycling Tour in Croatia
- Visit the stunning island of Hvar and wander amongst the Spanish buildings
- Experience why the World Heritage-listed old town of Split has become a must-visit in Europe
- Cycle around the most beautiful of the Dalmatian Islands, Korcula
- Swim from the back of your ship in the temperate, crystal clear waters of the Adriatic
- Enjoy the social atmosphere on board and the always fun 'Captains Dinner' on the final night
Bike & Boat Cycling Tour in Croatia Dates & Prices
Please refer to the calendar section below for up-to-date prices, live availability and real-time tour dates.
Please note prices do vary depending on the departure date, so check the calendar below and note the price when you click on the date.
- Single cabin supplement applies.
- Guests can elect to share a same sex cabin to avoid the single supplement subject to availability
You are welcome to BYO bike or can hire as follows:
- Quality hybrid bike $A150
- E-bike $A500 (noting this is a hybrid bike tour and the pace and guiding will be for hybrid bike riders)
Special dietary requests (lactose-free/gluten-free/vegan), surcharge: 70 euros (must be communicated in advance and payment made on board.
What's Included in Your bike & boat Cycling Tour in Croatia
- 8-day trip on a premium ship (as above or equivalent) with full crew
- 7 nights in a private cabin on board your sailing ship
- 2 x full board and 5 x half board (option to have a picnic for lunch)
- Quality hybrid bikes or e-bikes available for hire (or BYO), loaded/unloaded daily for you
- Guided cycling tours and sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- Local English-speaking tour guide
- Overview maps for the daily tours (on board) if required
- Bed linen and towels
- Environmentally friendly cycling water bottle
- Lightweight cycling t-shirt ideal for wash and wear on tour
Trusted Operator
This tour is delivered by a quality 3rd party tour operator in the location. Tour de Vines has tested and quality assured the tours on offer in this destination.
The operator reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements. Sometimes the tour will be conducted in reverse order. You will find further details in your booking information package.
Cycling
Safe cycling skills and familiarity with road traffic are prerequisites for taking part in our tours. Anyone renting an e-bike should already have experience and be confident in handling e-bikes, as these bikes are significantly heavier and faster than conventional bikes.
This tour is primarily a guided group tour. Upon consultation with your tour guides, the possibility to cycle on your own along recommended, suitable routes may present itself. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike tour.
Helmets are mandatory. It is advised to bring your own, well-fitted helmet with you as rental helmet numbers are limited (reservation required).
Catering
The on-board chef is a member of the crew and prepares breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering consists of 2 x full board and 5 x half board. Catering starts with dinner on the arrival day and ends with breakfast on the departure day.
Languages
Due to our international audience, all tours are conducted bilingually, in English and German.
When is the best time of year to visit Croatia?
Croatia tour dates are selected based on the best time to visit the beautiful islands. The coast has a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine year-round. Winter is the wet season and summer is the peak season.
What if I want a break from riding?
We encourage all guests to join in and cycle with the group however, on any given day you can always elect to stay aboard the ship, read a book on the sun deck, explore the village the ship is docked in, or get some shopping in at the unique local markets.
Is there anywhere in Trogir you would suggest to stay near where we board the boat?
Here are a couple of recommendations (more budget, well-located options):
- 3 star - Hotel Concordia: https://concordia-hotel.net/
- 3 star - Hotel Tragos: https://www.tragos.hr/en/
Or in Split (which is only 20 mins drive away, well worth staying a night before or after):
- 3.5 star - Hotel Slavija: http://www.hotelslavija.hr/ (best option)
What is the start and end point of this tour?
This sail and cycle tour in Croatia starts and ends in the gorgeous port town of Trogir.
Trogir is located only 20 minutes by transfer from Split, which has an international airport as well and intercity bus transfers (from Zagreb or Dubrovnik) so it is easily reached. Local bus or taxi are quick and easy.
We do recommend a night pre-tour in Split or Trogir, which are both wonderful places to explore, making your embarkation on the first day quick and easy.
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