Southern Dalmatia Plus

Croatia Bike + Boat Tour

 We are so excited to be offering this tour and one other called National Parks of Dalmatia Plus that are especially designed for cyclists who desire electric bikes. If you have always desired to cycle in Croatia but have worried about the mountainous terrain, you need worry no longer. You can experience Croatia and will conquer the hills with a little help! You will not be denied the breathtaking views that these mountain climbs provide.  The E bikes used on these tours are top quality Swiss Flyers and have been described as having a constant tail wind at your back. Your accommodations for this cruise, the  Princess Diana,  was especially built for E- Bike tours. This ship is the biggest and most comfortable boat in the Island Hopping fleet.  It will be a pleasure to enjoy the islands and the southern Dalmatian coast with this ship. There are 1185 Islands, islets and rocks protecting the Croatian Coast. They are the remains of old mountains engulfed by the sea during the last ice age, their summits running parallel to the coast, separated by channels of turquoise sea. These isles, like pearls in the middle of the crystal clear water, are mostly uninhibited. Out of the 1185 islands only 66 are populated.

Dalmatia is a region located along the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea in Croatia. It has become the new hot place to travel to. USA TODAY listed Croatia as one of the “six destinations to keep on your radar" back in 2006. Tourism in Dalmatia has been rising since 2005 due to its many spectacular beaches, the tempting waters of the Adriatic, the many coves, islands and channels as well as national parks and favorable climate. The wonderful bike routes on this tour in Southern Dalmatia, the smallest and most sparsely populated region in Croatia, will take you past unique little towns and through the beautiful island countryside

The islands of Brac, Solta, Hvar and Korcula, the mainland and the culture will be featured.  The  cycle tours will be longer than the itineraries of the other Dalmatian tours we offer and therefore can also be appealing to the hybrid cyclist who desires a challenge.

Skill Level

This tour requires a basic level of fitness acquired from steady cycling. The tours will traverse heights of between 200 and 500 m with daily distances ranging between 20 to 55 km through mountainous terrain. Tours can be completed without any time constraints. Participants will need to master long and steep climbs which present no problem with the use of the E bikes. Streets are mostly asphalted with little traffic. You can chose each day to cycle on your own with the maps and information provided or to join the two tour guides and group.

Where You’ll Stay

Aboard the new and specially designed, Princess Diana, a Comfort Plus class boat.

What’s Included

• 8 days/7 nights in accommodations in double cabin with a crew of four
• 7 x Full board
• English speaking tour guide
• 7 guided cycling tours as described in itinerary
• Bed linen and towels
• Daily cycling route maps
• Limited number of helmets available
• E bike with 8 gear hub shifting with pannier
• 21 speed hybrid bicycle also available for this tour (discount available, see pricing) with pannier

What’s Not Included

• Individual travel to embarkation point
• Visitor’s tax and local charges (€20 to be paid to the captain)
• Drinks on board (tally sheet is utilized)
• Taxi transfer from Split airport to the ship in Trogir (one way approximately, €20)
• Bicycle protection (€10 to €20/bike)

Tour Dates

• May 19, June 2, June 16, June 30, September 1, September 15, September 29, October 13 and October 27, 2012.

Tour Boats

• Princess Diana

Day-To-Day Itinerary

1. Trogir - Island of Solta, 12 mi. (20 km) 
2. Islands Brač and Hvar, 12 + 12 mi.  (20 + 20 km) 
3. Islands Vis and Korcula, 20 mi. (32 km)   
4. Island Korcula, 33 mi. (52 km)  
5. Islands of Hvar and Brac, 32 mi. (50  km) 
6. Cetina Canyon,  14 + 16 mi. (22 + 25 km)
7. Omis-Split-Trogir,  19 + 9 mi. (30 + 15 km)
8. Disembarkation at Trogir

*All distances are approximate. The above planned itinerary is subject to change due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, etc.

DAY 1:  Trogir - Island of Solta, 12 mi. (20 km)
Individual arrival  to Split airport which is about 5 km/3 mi. away from the harbor of Trogir.  After check in on the Princess Diana from 11 am, this amazing journey will begin with lunch. At 1pm, the boat departs Trogir.  After crossing over to Maslinica on the island of Solta, the first cycle tour begins. Walled fields, numerous olive groves, locust bean and fig trees line the roads. The smells of lavender and rosemary permeate the air.  In Stomorska, you will meet the boat again to travel to Split where a guided tour throught this world cultural heritage town will be enjoyed in the evening.

DAY 2:  Islands Brač and Hvar, 12 + 12 mi.  (20 + 20 km)
Brač is famous for its shiny white marble,also used for the White House in Washington and the Reichstag of Berlin. Today is for exploring the western shores of this, the third largest island of the Croatian coast. The cycle route is from Supetar to Milna where the boat awaits for a crossing to Stari Grad on the island of Hvar. After a short guided tour through Stari Grad, founded as a Greek colony named Faros, the route will lead over a 1300 ft./400 m pass to the capital of the island. The old town of Hvar is definitely worth seeing with its large scale Renaissance square, cathedral and many late Gothic palaces.  Also worth a visit is the Spanish fortress.

DAY 3:  Islands Vis and Korcula, 20 mi. (32  km)
Vis is the most remote island from the Croatian mainland. Already more than 2.300 years ago it was a Greek colony named Issa. Due to its strategic and beneficial location, Vis was a military area until 1995 and not accessible to foreign tourists. From the saddle of a bicycle, you will have the opportunity to enjoy this lovely island. Vis has always been an island of fishermen and winegrowers. Komiza  is considered the cradle of fishing in the Adriatic, and in times gone by, the Komiza fishermen where well known in all Mediterranean harbors as experts in their field.  Later, once on board again, the destination is Vela Luka on the island of Korcula.

DAY 4:  Islands of Korcula, 33 mi. (52 km)
On today’s cycle tour you will get to know another part of the island of Korcula. Starting from Prigradica you will experience silence and remoteness on one of the  most beautiful islands of Dalmatia. Lunch will take place in a typical dalmatian Konoba on the island. Afterward you will cycle back to the sea to Račišće. The boat will await  to cross over to the town of Korcula where there will be ample opportunity to explore this main town on the island. It is a typical medieval walled Dalmatian city, with its round defensive towers and cluster of red-roofed houses.

DAY 5:  Islands of Hvar and Brac, 32 mi. (50 km)
Hvar is known as the lavender island of Croatia and chosen to be the tenth most beautiful island of the world. You will be enticed by Hvar’s charms during today's cycle tour from Sucuraj to Jelsa. The idyllic port of Jelsa will beckon for an ice cream break before leaving for  the island of Brac in the afternoon. From Bol you  will cycle to the other side of the island where an incredible view of the town can be enjoyed.  Magical panoramic views of the neighboring island of Hvar will reward the effort. Destination is Pučišća where you can enjoy the pretty port with a glass of wine at the end of the day.

DAY 6: Islands of Brac - Cetina Canyon, 14 + 16 mi. (22 + 25 km)
In the morning, the cycle route is from Bol to the other side of Brac Island. Breathtaking views of the town and the neighboring island of Hvar are the rewards for the climb. The desitination is the picturesque harbor of Pucisca.  During lunch, a  cross over to Omis, a small town and harbor situated at the mouth of the Cetina River. It is surrounded by massive gorges. In the past, Omis was notorious because of the pirates of Omis. The ancient town of Omis, the towering churches and Omis fortresses are silent stone reminders of the power and the might of tjese  infamous pirates. On its way towards the sea the river Cetina has in the course of centuries cut a magnificent canyon in the mountains surrounding it. You will cycle into the deep valley of the Cetina River and return to Omis while passing versatile country sides. You have the opportunity to take part on an optinional two hour rafting tour on the River Cetina. In the afternoon,  cycle to Split. Afterwards the travel guide will lead  through the world cultural heritage old town of Split with its famous Roman Diocletian Palace.

 DAY  7: Omis - Split - Trogir, 19 + 9 mi. (30 + 15 km)
After breakfast, you can either cycle through the hinterland to Split or go by boat. From Split, you can enjoy  your last bike ride that leads to the Marjan Mountain, a popular relaxation destination or the inhabitants of Split. The Princeza Diana awaits for the last cruise to Trogir. In the afternoon, there will still be plenty of time to stroll through the old town of Trogir. This is a city with 2300 years of tradition. It's rich culture is interspersed with the influence of the Greeks, Romans and Venetians. Trogir is rich in palaces, churches, towers and fortresses and is also know as "THE STONE BEAUTY". The town is enclosed in 15th-century walls. Tiny medieval streets wind through the enchanting town revealing hidden restaurants and eye-catching galleries. A wide seaside promenade snakes around the town, culminating in a charming port full of sailboats.

DAY 8:  Disembarkation at Trogir
Disembarkation until 9 am and individual departure.

Please note:  Tour operator reserves the right to make changes to the planned route due to changing wind and weather conditions and when required by organizational necessities.

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