North Dalmatia Bike and Boat
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 guides. 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 to Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 5km / 3mi away from the boarding harbour of Trogir. 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 2:00pm, the first small cruise begins at about 3:00pm from Trogir to Rogoznica. Relax on board and take in the stunning scenery as we cross to Rogoznica where we spend our first night - a village on a small island which is connected to the mainland by a dam. Later in the afternoon there is time to adjust the bicycles.
Day 2 : Cycle To Primošten, Cruise To Šibenik Then Skradin (20Km/12Mi)
In the morning we cycle from Rogoznica to Primošten. From here the boat takes us to Šibenik at the mouth of the river Krka that flows into the Adriatic Sea. After visiting the old town and the famous Cathedral of St. James, a UNESCO World Heritage site known as the most beautiful religious building of the Adriatic Coast, we set off again. On the cruise we pass the lower course of the river Krka following the river bend until we reach Skradin. We spend our night in the port of the village.
Day 3 : Explore Krka National Park By Boat & Foot, Cruise To Vodice, Loop Cycle (36Km/22Mi)
The magnificent port of Skradin is today’s starting point for our excursion by boat and on foot to the most famous part of the Krka National Park with its unique waterfalls. After exploring this lush green wonderland, we enjoy lunch before setting off on our bikes from Skradin to the well-known holiday town of Vodice.
Day 4 : Cycle To Murter Island, Cruise Through National Park Kornati & Telašcica (25Km/16Mi)
In the morning we cycle from Vodice to Murter Island, which is connected to the mainland by a lift bridge in the town of Tisno. We cycle over the bridge and along the waterfront, passing by two old coastal villages, until we reach a small jetty. From here, we enjoy a spectacular sail through the Kornati National Park, an archipelago in crystal clear water, known for its rich aquatic life, until we reach the Nature Park Telašcica. In the evening, we take a walk through the park and along the island’s stunning cliffs. A salt lake and a family of donkey also characterise the nature park and make for a wonderful location to spend a quiet night.
Day 5 : Cycle On Dugi Otok Island, Cruise To Zadar And Explore On Foot (28Km/17Mi)
After breakfast we start our bike tour from the Telašcica Nature Park, along an almost traffic-free panoramic road across the island of Dugi Otok. During the ride we are treated to unforgettable vistas of the islands in the deep blue sea. We meet the ship in Savar and board for a crossing to the city of Zadar, which for centuries was the political, cultural, and spiritual centre of Dalmatia. Once we arrive, there is the opportunity to take part in a walking tour during which you will find out all about this fascinating city while strolling through the winding alleys and the lively old town, characterised by 3,000 years of history. The night is spent in Zadar.
Day 6 : Cruise To Ugljan, Cycle On Ugljan And Pasman Islands, Cruise To Primosten (33Km/20Mi)
During breakfast the boat crosses to the island of Ugljan at the channel of Zadar. Today we have ample time to explore the islands of Ugljan and Pasman by bike. Recently the two islands have been connected by a bridge. Along the east coast we experience the beautiful views of the ocean and mainland opposite. After our bike tour, we sail back to the city of Primosten on the mainland. Here we can enjoy some time swimming and exploring the quaint sea-side village. The night is spent in Primosten.
Day 7 : Cruise To Solta And Cycle The Island, Return By Boat To Trogir (15Km/9Mi)
In the morning our boat takes us to the island of Solta. Olive and fig trees and farmland surround the streets. The spicy smell of lavender and rosemary will follow us throughout the whole tour around the silent island until we reach the village Grohete. In the afternoon our last cruise takes us back to Trogir, where we have enough time for a stroll through the World Heritage old town of Trogir. In the evening we enjoy a celebration dinner 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 da
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7 nights accommodation in a twin cabin below deck with ensuite facilities on board a premium boat (supplement applies for above deck or single cabin). If you are travelling by yourself you can be matched with another passenger or request a single cabin (e
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21 speed hybrid bike rental with pannier (mountain bike option available on select departures running parallel with standard itinerary, distances vary; 8-speed electric bikes available on most trips, limited supplies; - supplements apply). The guides will
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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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Travel to and from Split (Trogir)
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Upgrade to a cabin on deck or single cabin – supplements apply
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Drinks on board and meals not included
What's Not Included
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Tips for crew and tour guides (see pre departure information provided on booking)
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Drinking water extra- allow EUR25pp (adult), EUR15pp (child up to 16) - payable locally to the captain.
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Drinking water extra- allow EUR25pp (adult), EUR15pp (child up to 16) - payable locally to the captain
Accommodation
7 nights boat
Sample photos of the cabins. See additional photos above or ask our staff for your specific boat.
Grading
TRIP GRADING - INTRODUCTORY TO MODERATE (2)
The trip requires a basic level of fitness from participants, which they should have acquired from steady cycling. The tours take you up to a height of between 100 and 300m / 328 to 985ft above sea-level. The daily tours from 15 to 35km/9.5 to 21.5mi lead you through hilly and mountainous terrain and will be completed without any time-constraints. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs, during which you may need to push the bike. 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. We will traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled on outside the holiday seasons. 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 10 years, height minimum is 1.2m/4ft for hybrid bike or 1.5m/5ft for e-bike). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
What You Carry
During the cycle 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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