National Parks of Dalmatia
Croatia Bike + Boat Tours
Bike & boat Croatia through National Parks & the Islands of Central Dalmatia
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Overview
The perfect setting for a bike and boat tour, Croatia is a country with beautiful, well-kept coasts, and thousands of islands, reefs, and bays.
Numerous Roman ruins, charming hills, and breathtaking beauty awaits you here. Situated along the Adriatic Sea, Croatia stretches from the slopes of the alps, deep into the Pannonian Valley, all the way to the banks of the Danube and Drava Rivers.
You will discover the charm of the Adriatic in a very unique way as you cruise through the National Parks of Croatia.
Highlights
- Unique accommodations
- Regional cuisine
- Visiting two national parks
- Islands of Central Dalmatia
- Unesco protected old town of Trogir
- Primosten
- Sibenik (famous cathedral)
- Zadar
- Krka waterfalls
- Kornati Islands
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Itinerary
Day 1: Trogir (Embarkation) - Rogoznica
Day 2: Vodice - Island of Murter - Nature Park Telašćica, 16 mi. (26 km)
Day 3: Island of Dugi Otok - Brbinj - Zadar, 19 mi. (32 km)
Day 4: Islands of Ugljan and Pašman - Vodice, 20 mi. (33 km)
Day 5: Vodice - Skradin - National Park of Krka, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 6: Skradin - Šibenik - Primošten, 17 mi. (28 km)
Day 7: Island of Šolta - Trogir, 11 mi. (19 km)
Day 8: Trogir (Disembarkation)Day 1: Trogir (Embarkation) - Rogoznica
Start your Croatian adventure with embarkation in Trogir at 2 pm. By 3 pm, your boat will set sail for Rogoznica, a picturesque village on a small island connected to the mainland by a dam. Spend your first night immersed in the charm of Rogoznica.Day 2: Vodice - Island of Murter - Nature Park Telašćica, 16 mi. (26 km)
Begin your day with a breakfast cruise to the coastal city of Vodice. Embark on a bike tour across the island of Murter, linked to the mainland by a lift bridge in Tisno. Cycle along the waterfront, passing historic coastal villages, until you reach a jetty for a scenic cruise through Kornati National Park, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and rich marine life. Continue to Telašćica Nature Park, where you can explore stunning cliffs and a serene salt lake. Spend the night in this tranquil park, home to a unique family of donkeys.Day 3: Island of Dugi Otok - Brbinj - Zadar, 19 mi. (32 km)
After breakfast, cycle from Telašćica Nature Park along a scenic, traffic-free road on Dugi Otok Island. Enjoy panoramic views of neighboring islands and the deep blue sea. Meet your boat in Brbinj for a crossing to Zadar, the historic heart of Dalmatia. Explore Zadar's charming old town with its winding alleys and rich 3,000-year history. Overnight in Zadar.Day 4: Islands of Ugljan and Pašman - Vodice, 20 mi. (33 km)
Enjoy breakfast as your boat crosses the Zadar Channel to Ugljan Island. Spend the day cycling across Ugljan and Pašman Islands, connected by a bridge. Discover quaint villages, stone cottages, and fishing boats as you ride along the coast, taking in stunning sea and mainland views. Return to Vodice for the night.Day 5: Vodice - Skradin - National Park of Krka, 22 mi. (35 km)
Today’s highlight includes a cycling tour through remote Dalmatian villages to Skradin, nestled at the foot of Krka Canyon. In the afternoon, take a boat to Krka National Park and marvel at the spectacular Krka Waterfalls. Spend the night in the scenic town of Skradin.Day 6: Skradin - Šibenik - Primošten, 17 mi. (28 km)
After breakfast, sail from Skradin down the Krka River to Šibenik. Explore Šibenik, home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cathedral of St. Jacob. Continue to Primošten, where you'll bike to Rogoznica and back. Enjoy an evening in Primošten.Day 7: Island of Šolta - Trogir, 11 mi. (19 km)
Cruise to the island of Šolta in the morning. Cycle through lush farmland, olive groves, and fig trees to the village of Grohote. Return to Trogir by midday for a final exploration of its UNESCO World Heritage old town. Conclude your journey with a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers.Day 8: Trogir (Disembarkation)
Disembark from Trogir by 9 am. Choose between heading home or extending your stay to further explore Croatia.
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Boats & Bikes
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Kapetan Jure
Comfort Class Boat
In the year 2000, Captain Anton started to build the Kapetan Jure. Anton originates from a seafaring family from Krilo, a seafaring town near Split. With his father also being a Captain, Anton's biggest dream is that his son will become a captain someday too. The fine detail etched into the wooden ship mirrors the seafaring affection of its captain. The spacious salon is decorated with shells, amphorae, and showcases full of sailor’s knots. At the bow, a mermaid keeps watch for the safe… Read More
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San Snova
Premium Class Motor Yacht
This ship, constructed entirely of oak, took 3 years to build by the Scherka familiy in their own carpentry workshop as a family project. The ship, 31m long and 8m wide, meets the highest expectations in regard to comfort, elegance, and style, combining romantic seafaring with modernity and functionality. Read More
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Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodation for 7 nights on your selected boat
- Daily breakfasts
- 2 days with lunch & dinner included and 5 days with either lunch or dinner included
- English-speaking tour guide
- 21 to 24-speed hybrid touring bike with rear rack & pannier bag
- Guided cycling tours as described in the itinerary
- Entrance fees for National Parks (group visits only)
- Overview map on board for daily tours
What’s Not Included
- Mandatory fee for unlimited water and tourist taxes, payable on board - €60 for adults & €30 for children up to age 16
- Drinks on board (tally sheet)
- Gratuities for crew and tour guide (optional)
- Bike Protection
- Travel Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
2025
Premium Class
Friday departures
Season 1: October 24, 2025
Season 2: October 3, 2025
Season 3: June 27, August 22 & September 12, 2025Season 1 Season 2 Season 3 Below deck | Twin/double $ 2674 £ 1363 $ 2,449 € 1604 Ft 670506 kr 242607 ₪ 6563 ¥ 270941 Mex$ 35418 NZ$ 2957 kr 19455 zł 7119 S$ 2341 kr 19059 CHF 1538 $ 1,756 $ 3090 £ 1575 $ 2,831 € 1854 Ft 775012 kr 280420 ₪ 7586 ¥ 313170 Mex$ 40939 NZ$ 3418 kr 22488 zł 8229 S$ 2706 kr 22029 CHF 1777 $ 2,029 $ 3507 £ 1788 $ 3,212 € 2104 Ft 879517 kr 318233 ₪ 8609 ¥ 355399 Mex$ 46459 NZ$ 3878 kr 25520 zł 9338 S$ 3071 kr 25000 CHF 2017 $ 2,303 On/above deck | Twin/double $ 3090 £ 1575 $ 2,831 € 1854 Ft 775012 kr 280420 ₪ 7586 ¥ 313170 Mex$ 40939 NZ$ 3418 kr 22488 zł 8229 S$ 2706 kr 22029 CHF 1777 $ 2,029 $ 3507 £ 1788 $ 3,212 € 2104 Ft 879517 kr 318233 ₪ 8609 ¥ 355399 Mex$ 46459 NZ$ 3878 kr 25520 zł 9338 S$ 3071 kr 25000 CHF 2017 $ 2,303 $ 3924 £ 2000 $ 3,594 € 2354 Ft 984023 kr 356046 ₪ 9632 ¥ 397628 Mex$ 51979 NZ$ 4339 kr 28552 zł 10448 S$ 3435 kr 27970 CHF 2257 $ 2,577 Below deck | Twin for single-use $ 3924 £ 2000 $ 3,594 € 2354 Ft 984023 kr 356046 ₪ 9632 ¥ 397628 Mex$ 51979 NZ$ 4339 kr 28552 zł 10448 S$ 3435 kr 27970 CHF 2257 $ 2,577 $ 4549 £ 2319 $ 4,167 € 2729 Ft 1140781 kr 412765 ₪ 11166 ¥ 460972 Mex$ 60260 NZ$ 5030 kr 33101 zł 12112 S$ 3983 kr 32426 CHF 2616 $ 2,987 $ 5174 £ 2637 $ 4,739 € 3104 Ft 1297539 kr 469485 ₪ 12700 ¥ 524315 Mex$ 68540 NZ$ 5722 kr 37649 zł 13777 S$ 4530 kr 36882 CHF 2976 $ 3,398 Above deck | Twin for single-use $ 4549 £ 2319 $ 4,167 € 2729 Ft 1140781 kr 412765 ₪ 11166 ¥ 460972 Mex$ 60260 NZ$ 5030 kr 33101 zł 12112 S$ 3983 kr 32426 CHF 2616 $ 2,987 $ 5174 £ 2637 $ 4,739 € 3104 Ft 1297539 kr 469485 ₪ 12700 ¥ 524315 Mex$ 68540 NZ$ 5722 kr 37649 zł 13777 S$ 4530 kr 36882 CHF 2976 $ 3,398 $ 5799 £ 2956 $ 5,312 € 3479 Ft 1454297 kr 526204 ₪ 14235 ¥ 587659 Mex$ 76821 NZ$ 6413 kr 42197 zł 15441 S$ 5077 kr 41337 CHF 3335 $ 3,808 Triple cabins are available.
Comfort Class
Friday departure
May 9, 2025
Below deck | Twin/double $ 2090 £ 1066 $ 1,915 € 1254 Ft 524199 kr 189669 ₪ 5131 ¥ 211821 Mex$ 27690 NZ$ 2312 kr 15210 zł 5566 S$ 1830 kr 14900 CHF 1202 $ 1,373 On/above deck | Twin/double $ 2507 £ 1278 $ 2,296 € 1504 Ft 628704 kr 227482 ₪ 6154 ¥ 254050 Mex$ 33210 NZ$ 2772 kr 18242 zł 6675 S$ 2195 kr 17870 CHF 1442 $ 1,646 Below deck | Twin for single-use $ 3049 £ 1554 $ 2,792 € 1829 Ft 764561 kr 276639 ₪ 7484 ¥ 308947 Mex$ 40387 NZ$ 3371 kr 22184 zł 8118 S$ 2669 kr 21732 CHF 1753 $ 2,002 Above deck | Twin for single-use $ 3674 £ 1873 $ 3,365 € 2204 Ft 921319 kr 333358 ₪ 9018 ¥ 372291 Mex$ 48667 NZ$ 4063 kr 26733 zł 9782 S$ 3216 kr 26188 CHF 2113 $ 2,412 Extra Options
Bicycle options
Electric bike rental $ 275 £ 140 $ 252 € 165 Ft 68974 kr 24957 ₪ 675 ¥ 27871 Mex$ 3643 NZ$ 304 kr 2001 zł 732 S$ 241 kr 1961 CHF 158 $ 181 Discounts
Triple cabin (limited availbility), per person discount $ 333 £ 170 $ 305 € 200 Ft 83604 kr 30250 ₪ 818 ¥ 33783 Mex$ 4416 NZ$ 369 kr 2426 zł 888 S$ 292 kr 2376 CHF 192 $ 219 Quad cabin (limited availability), per person discount $ 667 £ 340 $ 611 € 400 Ft 167209 kr 60501 ₪ 1637 ¥ 67566 Mex$ 8832 NZ$ 737 kr 4852 zł 1775 S$ 584 kr 4753 CHF 383 $ 438 Children's discount, 16 years and younger $ 333 £ 170 $ 305 € 200 Ft 83604 kr 30250 ₪ 818 ¥ 33783 Mex$ 4416 NZ$ 369 kr 2426 zł 888 S$ 292 kr 2376 CHF 192 $ 219 Meals
Dietary restrictions (ex. gluten free, dairy free, vegan) $ 117 £ 59 $ 107 € 70 Ft 29262 kr 10588 ₪ 286 ¥ 11824 Mex$ 1546 NZ$ 129 kr 849 zł 311 S$ 102 kr 832 CHF 67 $ 77 Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
This tour is rated moderate. You will cycle a total of approximately 86 miles (142 km). Daily distances are not long but the routes can reach an altitude of 100 – 300 meters (328-985 ft). You will cover hilly terrain which can be completed without time constraints. You will also come across some rather steep climbs, where walking your bike is of course permitted. The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday periods. 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, but cannot be guaranteed. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend time on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bicycle tour. If you opt to participate on this tour using an electric bike, do note that the majority of the participants will be riding regular touring bikes and will, therefore, need more time to climb the hills and more rest stops.
Airport Info
The closest and most convenient airport to fly to is the airport of Split (SPU), located 6 km from your port of embarkation in Trogir.
Local Travel
As the airport is located quite close to your embarkation point in Trogir, you do have several options.
- From the airport, you can utilize public transportation. Bus number 37 leaves the main road in front of the airport in the direction of Trogir and takes about 15 minutes. A bus ticket costs +/- 8 kunas.
- Taxis are readily available and Uber has recently entered the Croatian market. A flat rate from Split Airport to all central Split destinations is +/- 90 Kn.
- If you would like an exclusive airport transfer between Split Airport and Trogir Port, you can book this in advance (only on embarkation/disembarkation day). Price on request.
Climate
The Dalmatian coast is the perfect place for a bike and boat tour. Governed by a Mediterranean climate, summers are quite warm and sunny and generally the driest of all seasons.
Day of Rest
Any day can be used as a day of rest on board ship.
Important to know
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to research travel requirements and 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, blank visa pages required for your destination (s), and any other requirement.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU citizens: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and the destination country.
EU-citizens: (without special situations like dual citizenship, main residence abroad or a limited-validity passport) are required to have a valid passport or ID-card, not expiring within six (6) months from the end of your tour.
*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
Additional nights with breakfast in Trogir or in Split can be arranged. The medieval town of Trogir has an almost museum-like character well worth extensive forays through the city and the surroundings. The wonderfully preserved old town is located on an island connected to the mainland and the island of Čiovo by bridges. Split is a vibrant port city, located between the mountains and the sea. It has stunningly beautiful beaches. We can also offer you an extension program in Sinj. The tourism site states that the town of Sinj and the Cetinska Krajina Region, is paradise of water, fields and stone, with rich culture and age-old tradition.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Island Hopping.
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- From the airport, you can utilize public transportation. Bus number 37 leaves the main road in front of the airport in the direction of Trogir and takes about 15 minutes. A bus ticket costs +/- 8 kunas.
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