Cycling tours listing
Dalmatian cycling & cruising adventures (Croatia)
DEPARTURE DATES:
7 April, 12 and 26 May, 15 and 22 September, 6 October
Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Solta, Hvar, Mijet islands and Peljeseac Peninsula on the bike and lying on the sun chair on the deck of the ship. We go on land with the bikes on different harbors and towns and while we cycle enjoying wonderful views the ship sails to the next harbor. After the cycling we go on pleasant walks in the towns and visit restaurants with local traditional Mediterranean cuisine. You can skip the cycling and choose to explore the variety and natural world of the islands at your pace.
Highlights:
♦ Solta island – famous for its mountainous relief, untouched nature, rich vegetation and flora, typical Adriatic villages and towns with rich history
♦ Hvar island – the 3-rd biggest island in The Adriatic sea well-known for its rich vegetation and peaceful coves and islets filled with a multitude of pleasant scents
♦ Korcula town – the administrative center and historic heart of Korcula island which, together with Venice, proclaims to be the birth place of Marco Polo
♦ Mljet island – a national park and one of most beautiful Adriatic islands
Itinerary:
Day 1. Split - Solta Island
Arrival in Split. Check-in the ship from 11:00 h to 13:00 h and accommodation in the cabins. You sail towards the closest island Solta. In the evening you will ferry over to Brac Island and spend the night in the harbor of Milna, whose picturesque natural stone houses form the border of a deep bay. (approx. 25 km / 15 miles of cycling)
Day 2. Brac Island
The first stage begins with a long, but even climb to the crest of a hill. The breathtaking panoramic views of the neighbouring island of Hvar on the descent to the beach at Bol are well worth the effort of the ascent. After a break for swimming and a stroll through Bol, the ship heads for Hvar. It anchors for the night in Jelsa harbour. (approx. 45 km / 28 miles of cycling)
Day 3. Hvar Island
This stage makes its way through the many small villages of the island with their picturesque stone houses. The tour stops at the historical city of Hvar. There is an opportunity to visit the cathedral and the historical Theatre. In the evening the ships moves to the island of Vis. (approx. 25 km / 15 miles of cycling)
Day 4. Korcula Island
The tour travels to Blato, a city which like Rome was built on seven hills. We continue over a 300m / 980 ft high street to Smokvica. The destination is the medieval town of Korcula. Here we spend the night on board the ship. (approx. 45 km / 28 miles of cycling)
Day 5. Mljet island National Park
On the bikes we tour around the saltwater-lake, in which there is actually another island. The ship brings you that evening to the Peljesac peninsula. (approx. 20 km / 12 miles)
Day 6. Peljesac Peninsula - Makarska
In the morning the cycle-tour leads you into the backcountry and on to Orebic. On an idyllic way we cycle on until we get to a climb that brings us up to almost 1,000 ft above sea-level. A downhill of almost 4 miles leads to Loviste, where lunch will be served on the ship. Our boat brings us to popular holiday resort Makarska (approx. 30 km / 18 miles)
Day 7. Omis - Split
Another bike tour on the mainland leads us from Omis right underneath the Mosor Mountains. Small and quiet roads will lead us back to the city of Split. After a relaxed city walk in this world-wide unique historic town return on our boat. (approx. 58 km / 36 miles)
Day 8. Departure
After breakfast transfer to the airport for departure.
Included in the price: ►7 nights accommodation on the ship in twin-bedded cabins on deck with private WC and shower ►half board (breakfast and dinner most days, sometimes breakfast and lunch depending on the cycling route for the day) ►local English-speaking bike guide throughout the tour.
Not included: ►international flight tickets ►transfers airport-ship-airport ►tourist tax 20 Eur per person/per week paid on spot upon embarkation ►entrance fees for the sights ►tips ►insurances ►alcohol drinks ►meals not mentioned above ►other personal expenses.
Other expences: ►bike rental - 110 EUR per person/per week (bikes are equipped with helmet, bottle holder and small bag) ►supplement for single use of cabin - 50 % of the cabin cost ►transfer Split airport / ship - 60 EUR per car (1-3 pax) one way
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