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Southern Dalmatia encompasses a stunning chain of islands stretching from Solta to Mljet, and this unique cycling trip captures the highlights with an ideal balance of activity, culture and relaxation. Experience the beautiful island of Korcula with its picturesque old town, the untouched beauty of Vis, and trendy Hvar with its Venetian architecture. In the company of a cycling guide, this stimulating journey explores towns and landscapes, many of which are on UNESCO's world heritage list. Aboard a comfortably appointed deluxe wooden motor yacht, there is ample time between cycles to swim in the azure waters and soak up the ambience of seaside towns.
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Day 1
Board the boat at Trogir, cruise to Vis Island
Individual arrival to Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 4mi/6km away from the harbor of Trogir. We can assist with an arrival transfer on request (not included, please ask for our rates). After check in on the motor yacht between 2.00pm and 2:30pm the first cruise starts about 3.00pm from Trogir to the island of Vis where we spend the night.
Meals: D
Day 2
Cycle on Vis Island, overnight Island of Korcula (32km/20mi)
Vis is the furthermost island from mainland Croatia. A Greek colony called Issa has been on the island 2,300 years ago. Due to its strategic location it was a military zone until 1995 and prohibited for foreign tourists. Today we have the opportunity to explore the lovely island by bicycle. After cycling the boat takes us to the Island of Korcula. Overnight stay in Vela Luka.
Meals: B,L
Day 3
Cycle Korcula Island (60km/37.5mi)
Today we discover the island of Korcula by bicycle and enjoy our lunch break in one of the local restaurants. The calmness and remoteness, the vast vegetation and cypress gardens have given shape to probably the most beautiful Dalmatian island. Our cycle tour leads us via the village of Blato, like Rome build on seven hills, along a pass across Pupnat bay and finally to Korcula town, where we have time to take a walk through the wonderful old town with its narrow “fishbone like” alleys. We stay overnight in Korcula town.
Day 4
Cruise to Hvar and cycle to Stari Grad (20km/12.5 mi.)
In the morning the boat cruises to the island of Hvar while we enjoy our breakfast. Before arriving at the island Capital we have time for a swim from the boat and a relaxed lunch at anchor. Once on land we have time to soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Renaissance Square of Hvar town and enjoy the view up to the Spanish Fortress situated high above the city. Our ride takes us from the city of Hvar to the most beautiful view points on the island and past fragrant wild lavender fields to the town of Stari Grad. Stari Grad is the second largest settlement on the Island of Hvar and well known for its protective harbour and beautiful stone facades. The night is spent here.
Meals: B,D
Day 5
Morning cruise then cycle the Island of Brac from Milna to Postira (30km/18mi)
In the morning we cruise to the island of Brac, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was used in part for the White House in Washington as well as for the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once on Brac, we start our bike tour from Milna. Throughout our tour today will be rewarded with fantastic views over the neighboring islands before descending to the harbor of Postira. Here we can enjoy a relaxing afternoon with time to swim and a quite evening in this sleepy seaside town.
Day 6
Cruise to Omis with optional rafting Cetina Canyon, cruise to Split or Trogir (44km/27mi)
During breakfast the boat brings us to Omiš. Today you have the choice either to take a bus transfer to go rafting through the Cetina Canyon (not included in the tour price) or to enjoy a bike tour around Omiš. The bike tour takes you once around the outskirts of the canyon with great views over the river and back down towards the sea. The rafting group will be picked up from the boat by a bus and are taken to Omiš for the excursion. From here they will follow the river downstream in the rafts gaining a unique perspective of the canyon and its flora and fauna. Participants of the rafting trip return by bus to the boat. In the afternoon we cruise to Split or Trogir depending on docking availability and spend the night.
Meals: B
Day 7
Cycle from Rogac on Šolta, return to Trogir (20km/12.5mi)
After crossing over to Rogac on the island of Šolta, our last cycle stage commences. Walled fields, numerous olive groves, locust bean and fig trees line the roads and the herbaceous smells of lavender and rosemary will accompany us along the way. Our boat awaits us in Rogac and we can enjoy our last crossing back to Trogir where, if time permits, we can take a tour of the old town which is a World Heritage site. The last evening aboard includes a farewell dinner where you will have the chance for a last get-together with your crew and guides.
Meals: B,L,D
Day 8
Trip concludes in Trogir (close to Split)
Disembark after breakfast by 9.00am and individual departure, or a taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from the boat to Split airport or hotel. The medieval city of Trogir has an almost museum-like character and is certainly a city not to be missed when travelling through Croatia. Its charm is largely thanks to its wonderfully preserved old town, which covers an entire peninsula and is UNESCO World Heritage listed. Trogir is a city perfect to stroll and explore, with many small alleyways which periodically open onto spectacular squares. It is also an ideal point to take excursions to the surrounding areas, such as the neighbouring city of Split. We would be happy to arrange additional nights in Trogir before or after your trip, please ask our consultants.
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Upper Deck Twin Cabin
All cabins feature air conditioning, tiled bathroom with hairdryer, mirror, shower cubicle, washbasin, WC and hairdryer. The beds are either double (200*160cm), single / twin (200*90cm).
Lower Deck Double Cabin
During the tour, you will be provided with an Electric or E-bike. These bikes are designed to make cycling easier. The pedalling ‘boost’ provided by an e-bike opens up more options, allowing people of different fitness levels to cycle together or to allow less fit cyclists to take on routes that they may otherwise consider too tough for their current capability. You will be provided with a pannier to carry your gear during the day. The bikes do not have water bottle holders.
You have the option to hire either a road or gravel bike. (request at time of booking). These are 21 speed bikes with hand brakes. You will be provided with a pannier to carry your gear during the day. Helmets are not supplied but are mandatory on all bike tours - you are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential), however we cannot guarantee their suitability.
The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday periods. On the islands of Hvar and Korcula, some short sections lead over unpaved gravel and field tracks. There are no designated bike paths in Dalmatia, so the bike tours take place generally on quite public roads. There will be traffic around the coastal city of Split, as well as in the town of Hvar.
GRADE 3 - This is an e-bike tour. For cyclists using road or gravel bikes, we recommend that you are fit and comfortably able to cycle around 20kmph on the flat and 10kmph on the ascents. If you are unsure we recommend an e-bike. Even for e-bikers, the cycle tours require a good level of fitness from participants, which you should have acquired from steady cycling. The tours will take us up to a height of 200 to 650 m above sea-level. The day-tours from 12 to 37.5 mi. (20 to 60 km) will take us through hilly and mountainous terrain and will be completed without any time-constraints. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs. We will traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled on outside of the holiday seasons. 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. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the tour guides. It is considered suitable for fit beginners and active children (minimum height 1.5m/5ft for e-bike). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
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