North Dalmatia Bike & Boat - Deluxe
North Dalmatia Bike & Boat - Deluxe
North Dalmatia Bike & Boat - Deluxe
8 Days Starting and ending in Trogir
Visiting: Croatia
Tour Overview
Explore the nature lover's paradise of North Dalmatia while staying on board a comfortable boat, your floating accommodation for a week. Cruising on crystal clear water, we anchor in quiet ports and in entrances of national parks from where we cycle through a myriad of landscapes. From the stunning island of Dugi Otok to the well preseved medieval towns of Sibenik, Zadar and Trogir, we also discover the unspoiled nature of some of Croatia's most famous national parks like Krka and Kornati. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the tour guide. The friendly crew will help you enjoy to the fullest this journey into Croatia's past and present.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Trogir To Board The Boat, Cross To Rogoznica
Individual arrival by car in Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 5km / 3mi away from the boarding harbour of Trogir. A taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from Split airport or hotel to the boat in Trogir. After check-in on the motor yacht from 2:00 - 2:30pm, the first small cruise begins at 3:00pm. Relax on board and take in the stunning scenery as we cross to Rogoznica - a village on a small island which is connected to the mainland by a dam. Along the way we stop for a swim directly from the boat. Dinner and overnight in Rogoznica.
Day 2 : Cruise To Vodice, Cycle To The Island Of Murter, By Boat To Telašcica Bay (27Km /17Mi)
In the morning the boat takes us to Vodice. We begin our first cycle at the popular resort and soon we cross the bridge to the Island of Murter. The boat awaits us in Slanica in the northwest of the island for the crossing to the island of Dugi Otok. On the way we pass the National Park Kornati, an archipelago in crystal clear water which is known for its rich marine life. Our destination is Telašcica Bay in the Telašcica Nature Park. In the late afternoon there is the opportunity to go for a short hike up to the impressive, white cliffs that fall steeply into the blue sea below. In the bay of Telascica we can spend the evening swimming from the boat and the night is spent in the peaceful setting of the Telascica Nature Park.
Day 3 : Cycle Across Dugi Otok Island, Cruise To Zadar (45Km/28Mi)
After breakfast we start our bike tour from the Telascica Nature Park, along the almost traffic free island of Dugi Otok to the Bay of Božava. Enjoy stunning panoramas en route to our destination, Božava village, surrounded by pine forests, Tamarisks and Agaves. In Božava the boat awaits our arrival and we cross to Zadar, which for centuries was the political, cultural and intellectual centre of Dalmatia. In Zadar you can take part in a walking tour to discover this fascinating city while strolling through the winding alleys and the lively old town, characterised by 3,000 years of history. Overnight in Zadar.
Day 4 : Cross To Preko, Cycle On Ugljan And Pašman Islands, Cruise To Vodice (33Km/ 21Mi)
During breakfast on board, we cruise to Preko on the island of Ugljan. from here we ride to Tkon on the island of Pašman. The two islands are connected by a bridge from where the first of the Kornati Islands can be seen. We cycle along the east coast of the island with views of the mainland. In Tkon we board the boat and cross to Vodice, a popular Dalmatian holiday destination on the mainland where we spend the night.
Day 5 : Cycle From Vodice To Skradin (35Km/22Mi), Visit The Krka Waterfalls
Today’s cycling tour leads along varied roads through remote villages in the Dalmatian inland to the beautiful port of Skradin, located at the foot of the Krka Canyon. In the afternoon, we take a small boat to the Krka National Park where have plenty of time to explore the unique and truly spectacular Krka Waterfalls on foot. The night is spent in the postcard town of Skradin.
Day 6 : Cruise To Šibenik With Time To Explore, Continue To Primošten
During breakfast the boat departs Skradin and cruises down the Krka River back towards the sea and the city of Šibenik. Here we have time to explore the city, home to the Cathedral of St Jacob, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the most beautiful sacral building on the Adriatic coast. Afterwards, we board the boat once more and enjoy a swim stop and lunch during our crossing to Primošten, where we spend the night.
Day 7 : Cycle To Trogir (40Km/25Mi)
In the morning our last bike tour for the week takes us from Primošten inland past rural villages to Trogir. Many magical views of the town and the island of Ciovo invite short breaks and photo stops. Back in Trogir there's time for an afternoon stroll through the World Heritage old town. In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner on board with the crew and tour guides.
Day 8 : Trip Concludes In Trogir (Close To Split)
Disembark after breakfast around 9am and individual departure, or taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from the boat to Split airport or hotel.
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 nights boat -
7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners (does not include drinks)*. The cook on board is a member of the crew. The meals begin with dinner on day 1 and ends with breakfast on day 8. *Note that the included lunches and dinners are not clearly labelled on the d
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7 nights in a double cabin below deck with ensuite facilities on a deluxe boat (above deck and single cabins also available - supplement applies). If you are travelling by yourself you can be matched with another passenger. The cabins on the boats are co
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E-Bike hire is included. If you prefer a Road or Gravel bike please advise at the time of booking. The guides will carry bike locks for the group when cycling, or individual locks can be provided on request if you decide to bike alone (limited supply).
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Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide
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Bed linen and towels
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Information pack including overview maps per cabin
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Entrance fees for the national parks (group visits only)
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Visitors tax
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Travel to and from Split (Trogir)
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Meals not listed as included, drinks
What's Not Included
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Drinks on board and meals not included
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Water flat rate EUR25pp (adult) or EUR15pp (child up to 16) to be paid to the captain
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Taxi transfer from the airport or your hotel to the boat (allow approx EUR20) - or reservation on request for an additional cost on embarkation and disembarkation days only, please ask our office for details
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Secure parking space in Trogir - reservation essential, paid in cash locally to the tour guide. EUR30/week for a car up to 6m in length, EUR50/week for a car longer than 6m.
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Water & Tourist Tax - flat rate EUR60pp (adult) or EUR30pp (child up to 16) to be paid to the captain
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Drinks on board and meals not listed as included
Grading
This is an e-bike tour. For cyclists using road or gravel bikes, we recommend that you are fit and comfortably able to cycle around 20kmph on the flat and 10kmph on the ascents. If you are unsure we recommend an e-bike.
Even for e-bikers, the trip requires a good level of fitness from participants to fully participate in the cycling, which you should have acquired from steady cycling. The tours take you up to a height of between 200 and 500m/656 and 1640ft above sea-level. The daily tours from 20 to 48km/12.5 to 30mi lead you through hilly and mountainous terrain and will be completed without any time-constraints. Participants also need to master long and/or steep climbs. We will traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled on outside of the holiday seasons.
You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike-tour. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the tour guides. It is considered suitable for fit beginners and active children (minimum height 1.5m/5ft for e-bike). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
Accommodation
7 nights boat
Sample photos of the boats and cabins. See additional photos above or ask our staff for your specific boat.
What You Carry
During the day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.
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Cancellation Policy
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