Croatia is simply beautiful, a land of stunning islands, rich history, Mediterranean vegetation and mild climate. Without a doubt, the best way to explore it is by bike. This guided cycling tour in Dalmatia starts in Rogoznica and ends in Primošten. During your tour, you will explore glorious coastlines, old villages and picturesque bays.
SWIMMING BREAKS: In good weather and depending on timings we will have regular swim stops while the vessel anchors in secluded bays or after the cycling before departure to the next island.
CYCLING ROUTE: The length of the daily cycling route is estimated and depends on local information and various detours or shortcuts that can be done en route. Sailing and cycling routes may be changed on the spot due to weather conditions and the capacity of the respective cyclists on board. Departure is during the morning hours, mostly after breakfast.
FOOD: Continental breakfast and either lunch or dinner. During our cycling routes, we recommend stops at local restaurants where you can sample the local specialities. These meals are not included in the price of the trip and are paid for by the customers. There is a possibility to book a captain's dinner, which is paid directly on the spot and is offered by the captain and your tour guide.
BICYCLES: Bike rental possible on request; The ship's managers are not responsible for any damage which may occur to personal bicycles during bike tours and transportation from land to the vessel and vice versa. A repair kit for personal bikes is obligatory.
Bike Hire 160 Euros
Ebike hire 260 Euros
Departures from the Split harbour Saturdays at 13:00 h. Check-in from 11:00; Check out at 09:00h
Great beaches (some of them hidden), vineyards, pine woods and cycling across the historic islands.
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Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Bike Course: Rogoznica – Primošten | Length: 14km | Total ascend: 180m Highest point: 150m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 2/5
Arrival at Split and check-in till 13:00. Departure from Split towards Rogoznica, followed by lunch and meeting fellow passengers. Rogoznica is a small peaceful village with beautiful beaches, encircled by karst terrain (limestone) and stone. Cycling by the coast road to Zmajevo Oko and further through the olive groves and vineyards towards Šarić Courts. Descend to Primošten and overnight.
Bike Course 1: Vodice - Murter | Length: 26km | Total ascend: 100m | Highest point: 45m Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 2/5
Bike Course 2: PP Telaščica | Length: 20 km | Total ascend: 250 m | Highest point: 90m Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5
Early morning cruise towards Vodice, a pleasant touristic village with plenty of bike routes. Cycle to Tribunj, a picturesque Dalmatian town, famous for donkey racing. Further to Tisno, a village situated on the island of Murter, connected with the land by a bridge. Ride along the sea and the pine forests to Murter village. Lunch on board and cruise to Dugi Otok. In the afternoon, we will visit the Telašćica Nature Park (entrance fee is not included, to be paid on the spot), a pleasant ride from Sali to Telašćica and back. Optional Captain's dinner onboard with an overnight in Sali.
Bike Course: Sali - Brbinj | Length: 28 km | Total ascend: 320 m | Highest point: 160 m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5
After breakfast, start cycling the main island road from Sali to the northern part of Dugi Otok Island. Dugi Otok is a true example of a place where opposites are evident, picturesque villages and secluded beaches collide with majestic cliffs and lush vegetation. This makes the ride unique. After arrival to Brbinj, lunch on board while cruising to Zadar - the city of 3000 years of rich history and cultural heritage. Free afternoon to explore the town. Overnight in Zadar.
Bike Course: Preko - Tkon | Length: 31 km | Total ascend: 140 m | Highest point: 45 m Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 1/5
The route runs through two islands. After breakfast, cruise from Zadar to Ugljan - the sunniest island in the Zadar archipelago. The route starts in Preko - the biggest village on the island and leads along the coastline to Kali and then to Kukljica. The islands Ugljan and Pašman are connected by the bridge. Pašman is the island without frontiers, the island of joy and happiness, of little people with big hearts. Join the ship in Tkon. Sail towards Vodice with a great view of the pearls of the Kornati islands. Overnight in Vodice.
Bike Course: Skradin - Šibenik | Length: 25 km | Total ascend: 270 m | Highest point: 175 m | Surface: 70% paved, 30% macadam road | Difficulty level: 3/5
Early morning cruise towards Šibenik with a panoramic view of the royal town as well as the fortress of St. Nicholas from the XVI century. The flow of the river provides a unique cruise experience towards Skradin, which lies at the point where the Krka River plunges into the Adriatic Sea. Enjoy a cycling tour to Krka National Park (entrance fee is not included, to be paid on the spot), which covers an area of more than 14000 acres on the central and lower part of the Krka river, whose seven waterfalls will leave you breathless. After a break, cruise to Šibenik, followed by a free afternoon for sightseeing in the oldest Croatian native city on the Adriatic. Dinner on board and overnight in Šibenik.
Bike Course: Šibenik Bike Tour | Length: 20 km | Total ascend: 120 m | Highest point: 50 m | Surface: 85% paved road Difficulty level: 1/5
After breakfast, bike towards the Fortress of St. Nicholas, located at the entrance of the St. Anthony Channel and built in the middle of the 16th century as a defence from Turkish attacks from the sea. Riding along the coast path with the beautiful views of the royal city Šibenik. Visit the Fortress which has recently been listed on the UNESCO world heritage list. Continue to two small salty lakes, Vela and Mala Solina used for salt production. Pass by the tourist village Solaris and stop for swimming on one of the beaches. Return to Šibenik, have lunch on board and cruise towards Trogir, the real Dalmatian pearl with the best-preserved Romanesque-Gothic city. Overnight in Trogir.
Bike Course: Čiovo Bike Tour | Length: 26km | Total ascend: 350m | Highest point: 210m Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5
After breakfast, start cycling across the last island of the tour - Čiovo. The first part by the coast until Slatina is flat, followed by the ascend to the church of our Lady of Prizidnica, dating from 1546, situated between steep cliffs just above the sea, on the southeast side of the island. Descend back to Slatine and ascend to the highest point of the island with the unique view of Split, Kaštela and neighbouring mountains. Return to Trogir to have lunch on board during the cruise to Split. Free afternoon in Split for sightseeing. Overnight in Split.
An early breakfast before your final goodbyes to new friends and the crew.
Legend: B – breakfast, L – lunch, D – dinner
Croatian 'comfort class' cruiser
These 'comfort' cruises are run on a small variety of vessels, all of very similar standard, but the actual vessel isn't usually confirmed until 2 weeks before the cruise.
All of the vessels are very comfortable, and the cabins have airconditioning and en-suite bathrooms. All the vessels carry around 40 passengers (maximum).
Steel hulled vessels with modern traditional look offer accommodation in air-conditioned,spacious en-suite cabins with double or twin beds, hair dryer and safety deposit box. Ships are from 29to 35m in length with cabins 8 to 14m2 in size.
Included services: buffet breakfasts, three course lunches, Captain’s dinner, English speaking tour manager on board, one guided tour, daily cabin service, mid-week fresh set of towels and bed linen, luggage handling.
The images here are examples of these vessels, and their cabins and decks.
Most vessels have a few triple cabins. These either have a double bed and a single bed, or sometimes a double and a single bunk.
Dream
| Built | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Cabins | 20 |
The MS Dream is a premium ship that was buit in 2017. This ship accommodates 40 passengers in 20 cabins located on lower and main decks. All cabins are fully equipped and include a safety deposit box, fire alarm, emergency lights and internal communication for announcements by the Cruise Director or Captain. In addition, each cabin has life jackets, desk and a window (main deck cabins) or port hole (lower deck cabins).
The bathrooms on board the ship are fitted with a toilet, shower, sink and hair dryer. There is plenty of outdoor space for passengers - there is a lovely spacious restaurant and bar area with TV as well as an outdoor lounge area. The sun deck is perfect for sunbathing with plenty of sun-loungers for all passengers and a shaded area too. The ship has a rear platform with ladders for easy access to a dip in the sea.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
Includes
Buffet breakfasts
Three course lunches OR dinner
Captain's dinner
Professional bike guide
Daily cabin service, mid-week fresh set of towels and bed linen
Luggage handling
Tea and coffee are included with breakfast and after lunch and will be available from the bar at other times
Water from dispenser
Free WiFi onboard
Excludes
Bike rental possible on request
Hybrid (regular) bike rental £160/week
E-bike rental £260/week
Saddle bag rental £38/week
Bike Handling fee 20 euro/bike/week - payable on board
Port fees and taxes
Guests bringing their own bicycles are required to bring the following:
- A bike lock, especially important when the bicycle is stored near the vessel or left unattended during swim stops
- A repair kit
- Tools for assembly/disassembly if needed
- A helmet, which is strongly recommended for all cycling activities
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Guests bringing their own e-bikes must also bring:
- A battery charger
- The battery key, to allow battery removal from the frame
If the battery cannot be removed, the bicycle becomes significantly heavier, which places unnecessary strain on the guides and crew.
