Kvarner Bay E-Bike & Boat

Skill Level — Easy–Moderate

Rating a difficulty level of a tour is always the most difficult thing to do. This electric bike tour is offered on one of the ships in the Croatian fleet designed to accommodate as many electric bikes as passenger capacity. The majority of participants will be using an e-bike. For them, this tour could be easy, moderate, or difficult, depending on level of assistance they utilize! For those who will be riding a hybrid touring bike, you will work harder to keep up with the group on electric bikes. You will most likely find this tour moderate to difficult depending on your fitness level. Do note for every participant, this tour assumes that you are a cyclist and that you ride often. You will traverse heights of between 200 and 500 m with daily distances ranging between 20 to 45 km through mountainous terrain. Tours can be completed without any time constraints. Participants will need to master long and steep climbs which present little to no problem with the use of electric bikes. Streets are mostly asphalted with little traffic. At times, with your guides approval, you may be able to ride self-guided but there are no guarantees.

Airport Info

The closest airport to mooring location is Rijeka, on the Island of Krk, the same island as embarkation. However, as the flight connections to Rijeka are limited, we recommend that you book flights to Zagreb Airport and take part in the group transfers to Omisalj, point of embarkation. See below for more details and pricing section for prices.

Local Travel

Zagreb
If arriving to Zagreb airport, It is advised that you book the available collective group transfer to/from the port, available on embarkation and disembarkation day only. Transfers from the airport are at 12:15 pm. Transfers on the last day from Omisalj back to Zagreb airport start at 8 am. Do not book your return flight before 12 noon!
You may also request this transfer from Zagreb main station if you have arrived earlier and are already in Zagreb. This will be at 11:30 am. Transfers take approx. 2 hours. To be confirmed for these transfers, flight details are needed.

Rijeka
From the Rijeka airport, it is a short taxi ride to the ship or you take advantage of the transfer that is offered, on the day of embarkation and disembarkation. See pricing.

Climate

In terms of climate and weather, the Kvarner Bay region offers everything your heart desires. The bay and the Ucka mountain range in the hinterlands protects the region from cold air and weather extremes and plenty of sunshine and warmth can be enjoyed. The swimming season is long, going even into October. Do check local conditions before your arrival.

Day of Rest

You are free to set aside any day you wish to swim or spend on board the boat.

Recommended

1. Helmet use is mandatory on all bike rides. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. Rental helmets are available on board in limited number (reservation requested). First come, first served.
   
2. Due to steel construction of the ship, cruising locations, and other factors, WiFi signal speed and strength may not be what you are accustomed to and may not meet your expectations. If you are dependent on a strong, fast, and reliable signal at all times, please consider a personal hotspot.

Remarks

We believe that only children in a good physical condition and of a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the bike tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1,20 m (4 ft.).

Important to know

Travel Documents

It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit.  This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.

US citizens:  A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.

*Important note: Please check on the  European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.

Extra Stay

2-DAY PRE-TOUR EXTENSION in Zagreb
Saturday
A private transfer collects you at the Zagreb airport and brings you to the doorstep of your hotel. You will have time to freshen up after your journey. In the late afternoon your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel to take you on an interesting and inspiring walk through the Croatian capital. The old town, built by the Austro-Hungarian Empire, will charm you at every turn. During a three hour guided city tour, our local guide will enlighten you on the city in its current position and its former past. The Kaptol (the center of the Roman Catholic Church in Croatia) and Gardec (the upper old town) are of course included in the program. In the evening you will dine in a specially selected restaurant. The delicious local specialties will be a great way to end the day. Overnight stay in a hotel in the town center of Zagreb.
Sunday
After breakfast transfer to Omišalj for embarkation.

Extension Package Includes:

• 3 or 4 star hotel at the town center
• Guided sightseeing tour in Zagreb (entrance fees not included)
• Dinner in a local restaurant
• Transfer from Zagreb airport to your hotel
• Transfer from your hotel in Zagreb to Omišalj
• Local taxes

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