The Ciro Cycling Trail: Sarajevo to Dubrovnik
The Ciro Cycling Trail: Sarajevo to Dubrovnik
The Ciro Cycling Trail: Sarajevo to Dubrovnik
8 Days Starting in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and ending in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Visiting: Sarajevo, Tušila, Igman, Visočica, Bjelašnica, Boračko Lake, Mostar, Čapljina, Zavala, Dubrovnik
Tour operator:
Tour code:
359
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable cycling adventure along the Ciro Cycling Trail from Sarajevo to Dubrovnik. This tour invites you to explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia. Begin your journey in Sarajevo, delving into its cultural heritage before cycling through the Olympic mountain range of Bjelasnica. Traverse the scenic wine routes of Herzegovina and ride along the historic Ciro Austro-Hungarian railway. Discover the Zavala Orthodox monastery and the Vjetrenica Cave, and cross the rugged Dinaric Alps. Conclude your adventure in the enchanting city of Dubrovnik, where you can unwind in the Adriatic Sea's blue waters. Enjoy seamless travel with luggage transfers and cozy accommodations in 3-star hotels and family pensions, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free experience. With included meals and 24/7 phone assistance, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Sarajevo
Location: Sarajevo
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Sarajevo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depending on the time of your arrival you have the rest of the day to explore the numerous cultural riches of this magnificent capital city.
Day 2 : Igman War Route And The Olympic Experience 61Km
Location: Tušila, Igman
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Tušila
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cycle along a path from Sarajevo to Igman and Bjelašnica Mountain, the site of the men’s downhill and ski jump during the 1984 Olympic Winter Games. You cycle along the route over Igman connecting Sarajevo to the outside world during the war in the 1990s. Overnight in Tušila.
Cycling for the day: 61km, ?1,300m
Day 3 : Bjelašnica And Visocica Mountains 55Km
Location: Visočica, Bjelašnica
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Boracko jezero
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Starting from Tušila, you head through the Bjelašnica and Visocica mountain ranges to Boracko Lake, following a trading route used during the Ottoman era. The gentle asphalt road soon gives way to a more challenging and steep road on a stretch between the Bjelašnica and Visocica massifs through the heart of the Visocica range. You pass medieval tombstones and monuments of Bosnia’s turbulent history, reminders of what once was a mighty kingdom stretching all the way to the Dalmatian coast.
Cycling for the day: 55km, ?680m
Day 4 : Boracko Lake To Mostar
Location: Boračko Lake, Mostar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Mostar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
The day’s cycle starts with a strenuous climb from Boracko Lake followed by a spectacular ride across the Prenj Mountains. This is a challenging ride with switchbacks and climbing on a mix of gravel and secondary asphalt roads.
Day 5 : Mostar To Capljina
Location: Čapljina, Mostar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Capljina
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Leaving Mostar, we recommend a stop at Blagaj to see the spring that forms the Buna River, as well as the magnificent Blagaj Tekija Monastery, dating back to the 16th century, and perfectly poised on a 200m-high cliff.
Day 6 : Capljina To Zavala
Location: Čapljina, Zavala
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Zavala
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s cycle takes you through peaceful farmland, across old railway bridges and then into Hutovo Blato Nature Park. As well as taking time to enjoy the wild, wetlands of Hutovo Blato, you pass through former railway stations and get a feel for how this railway route once was. The day comes to a close in Zavala, where we highly recommend visiting Vjetrenica Cave, the largest in Bosnia-Herzegovnia, as well as the village’s 16th-century monastery.
Day 7 : Zavala To Dubrovnik
Location: Dubrovnik
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Dubrovnik
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
You begin your ride along Popovo fields, an area that was flooded regularly in the past and as a result, most of the old villages today are located up on the sides of the dry limestone mountains and ridges. Continue along the old train tracks towards Ivanica Border Crossing. The day comes to a close in the UNESCO, medieval city of Dubrovnik. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 8 : Departure
Location: Dubrovnik
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departure after breakfast, or extend your stay in Dubrovnik.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in comfortable 3-star hotels and family pensions, featuring private rooms with en-suite facilities, ensuring a cozy and relaxing stay throughout your cycling adventure.
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 5 packed lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
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Pre-departure Information Pack
A detailed pre-departure holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route is provided.
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Luggage Transfers
Experience seamless travel with luggage transfers from hotel to hotel on all cycling days, allowing you to focus on the scenic routes and enjoy the journey without the hassle of carrying your belongings.
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24/7 Phone Assistance
24/7 phone assistance by our local office representative is available.
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Airfare and Transfers
Airfare and connecting land transfers are not included.
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Additional Meals and Drinks
Lunches, dinners, drinks, and snacks beyond those specified are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
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Local Taxes and Entry Fees
Local tourist taxes and entry fees, payable on-site, are not included.
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Unlisted Items
Any items not explicitly listed as included are excluded.
Mode of Transport
Experience seamless travel with luggage transfers from hotel to hotel on all cycling days, allowing you to focus on the scenic routes and enjoy the journey without the hassle of carrying your belongings.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights in comfortable 3-star hotels and family pensions, featuring private rooms with en-suite facilities.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 7 breakfasts, 5 packed lunches, and 3 dinners.
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Is luggage transfer provided during the cycling days?
Yes, luggage transfers from hotel to hotel are provided on all cycling days, allowing you to focus on the scenic routes without the hassle of carrying your belongings.
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What kind of support is available during the tour?
The tour offers 24/7 phone assistance by a local office representative.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Are there any notable historical sites included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to historical sites such as the Zavala Orthodox monastery and medieval tombstones and monuments in Bosnia.
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and ends in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Natural Adventure was founded by people who love hiking and cycling in wild and wonderful places. Places that we want to keep that way. Responsible tourism has, therefore, been at the heart of what we do since the get go.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
In April 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 crisis, we launched the Support Local Communities Initiative. We have enabled an option when booking a tour for customers to make a donation to support our local partners. 100% of the donations go directly to our local suppliers.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Whether you’re travelling on your own, as a couple, a group of friends, or a family, our self-guided holidays allow you the freedom to choose your own holiday companions.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our self guided walking and cycling holidays typically include: Accommodation, Breakfasts, Luggage transfers, Detailed holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, road notes and maps, 24/7 phone assistance by our local representative and/or our central office
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We are part of the 'Safe Travels' initiative.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, as long as you can reach the next location.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Accommodations in double or twin rooms (solo travellers are usually accommodated in single rooms at an extra cost; we never mix and match)
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If possible, and entirely at the discretion of the Tour Operator, a change of the dates may be possible without charging an amendment fee, provided that it is requested at least 30 days before the departure date. In some cases, we will still have to pass to you any non-refundable charges imposed by our suppliers. In all other cases, change of dates will normally be treated as a cancellation.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All places have been carefully checked by us and their quality is regularly monitored. We have selected accommodations that offer friendly service, clean and comfortable rooms and local flavour.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
The Natural Adventure was founded in the UK in 2009, by Peter Duncan, former UK Chief Scout and BBC Blue Peter presenter, and Alex Pazderski, an avid hiker and acclaimed expedition kayaker. Both natural adventurers and keen explorers of wild places and trails, remote communities and responsible tourism partners, Peter and Alex founded our company inspired by the responsible travel values t
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Low Deposit
The Natural Adventure requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 42 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of the natural adventure charges.
Up to 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.