discover kvarner bay

Bike & Boat Kvarner Bay
(8 days/7 nights, apprx. 122 mi/195 km by bike)

Guarded by the towering Velebit mountain range in the east and embraced by the Istrian Peninsula in the northwest lie the Kvarner bay islands.

Discover quiet coves of crystal clear water that surround the unforgettable landscapes of the Kvaner bay islands; green hills and rocky moon landscapes give way to small harbor towns rich with history and culture. Explore the charm of the Adriatic Sea for yourself by bike and boat on one of our wonderful motor yachts.

Each day on this bicycle tour begins with a well-rounded breakfast, leaving you fit to explore the diversity of the Kvarner bay islands with your guide. Be it the medieval city of Rab, the car-free road surrounded by blue sea on Dugi Otok or the contemplative life of the dwellers on the flower island of Molat, each day brings with it new discoveries.

During the evenings, you can relax and explore winding alleyways, typical for the Mediterranean, where you can find a great range of bars and cafés, waiting for you to sit and soak in the last of the sun’s rays. 

Our mountain bike cruise Kvarner Bay Standard will often run parallel to this tour on board the same ship, in which case one tour guide will be allocated per group.

For more and updated info visit www.islandhopping.com/en/kva

1st Day Omišalj (Embarkation) – Cres
Individual arrival in Omišalj, a nice little harbor village on the island of Krk. If you’re planning to arrive by car, we will organize a safe parking space for you. Check-in on the motor yacht between 2 and 2:30 pm. At aprx. 3 pm the ship takes us to the island of Cres in about four hours. On Cres we take a walk through the Venetian old town in the evening.

2nd Day Islands of Cres and Lošinj (aprx. 18 mi./28 km)
After breakfast we start our tour from the city of Cres to Martinšćica. The boat awaits your arrival and lunch is served during the cruise to the island of Lošinj. If the weather is good, the captain will arrange a swim stop along the way before tying off in the harbor wellness town of Mali Lošinj. The port with its colourful facades and numerous cafes offers its visitors a welcoming atmosphere for a relaxed evening.

3rd Day Islands of Lošinj and Molat (aprx. 12 + 6 mi./20 + 10 km)
We cycle along the seaside promenade to the south of Lošinj and visit the picturesque small harbor town of Veli Lošinj before we meet the ship for lunch. In the afternoon we cross over to the island of Molat where we can do another short cycling tour. We spend the night in a peaceful and secluded port on the island.

4^th Day Islands of Dugi Otok and Olib (aprx. 20 mi./32 km)
During breakfast the ship leaves Molat and takes us past many small islands to the “spice island” of Dugi Otok. Our bike tour starts in the bay of Božava which is surrounded by pine woods, agaves and tamarisk trees, and we ride on a road almost free of traffic. Our tour leads us at first to the northern most point of the island where the light house of Veli Rat stands proudly since 1849 fulfilling its duty in guiding sailors safely on their way. A ride along the islands “Road in the Sky” brings us to the peaceful harbor of Savar or Bribinj. There will be ample time for a swim break in the afternoon before continuing to the small island of Olib for the night.

5th Day Island of Pag – Rab (aprx. 21 mi./34 km)
After a crossing in the morning we reach the island of Pag. In the harsh but delightful landscape of the island we come across many fig and olive trees. Over the centuries the inhabitants have built numerous stone walls for protection against the wind. Starting from Mandre we cycle on the narrow peninsula until we reach the sea from where the ship takes us to Rab. The island of Rab is one of the sunniest places in Europe. The town of Rab, the fortified capital of the island, was built in the Middle Ages on a wedge shaped headland and marks one of the highlights of the trip. The four famous bell towers are the symbol of the adorned beauty of the town. There is plenty of time to explore the narrow alleys with their numerous cozy cafés in the evening.

6th Day Island of Rab (aprx. 15 mi./25 km)
Today we enjoy a round tour through diverse landscapes on the Island of Rab. Starting from the old town, our tour takes us through alternating landscapes from coastal promenades, to shaded forests and secluded bays. After returning to the boat we start our cruise towards the island of Krk. Along the way we hope to stop for a refreshing swim from the boat. We spend the evening in the historical town of Krk.

7th day Island of Krk (aprx. 28 mi./45 km)
We cycle over the ridge of the island which is covered by fragrant macchia to a valley of vineyards and then onwards to the small museum town of Vrbnik in the northeast. The town built on a 50-meter-high cliff and surrounded by vineyards is the home of the famous white wine Žlahtina. Another peculiarity that Vrbnik has to offer is the second narrowest alley in the world. The way leads us across the island through old villages and rich vegetation to Omišalj. On our way we have a chance to swim in the bay of Soline. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives you time to celebrate the success of the week with fellow travellers and tour guides.

8th Day Omišalj (Disembarkation)
After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.

Good to know

Itinerary changes
We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements. Sometimes the tour will be conducted in reverse order. You will find further details in your booking information package.

Level 2 – 3
The cycling routes require a basic level of fitness, which you should have acquired through regular cycling. The routes can reach an altitude of 200 to 500 meters. The daily routes of around 20 – 45 km/12 – 28 mi. will take us up through hilly and mountainous terrain and can be completed without time constraints. You will also come across some longer and rather steep climbs, where walking your bike is of course permitted. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs, during which they are, however, also permitted to push their bicycles. Upon consultation with your tour guides, it may be possible for you to cycle on your own along suitable, recommended routes.

Group riding pace
On our regular cycling tours, the cyclists on regular bicycles determine the pace. We ask guests who have reserved an e-bike to be mindful of this and to acknowledge that the regular cyclists need time to rest and take longer to climb the hills. We thank you for your understanding.

Requirement to wear a helmet
Helmets are mandatory on our bike tours. It is advised to bring your own, well fitted, helmet with you as our rental helmet numbers are limited (reservation required).

Bringing Children
We believe that only children with a good physical condition and previous bicycle tour experience and a minimum age of 10 are able to master the cycle tours with their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1.30 m (4.3 ft.) for hybrid bikes and 1.50 m (5 ft.) for e-bikes. In Croatia there is a helmet duty for all children up to age 16.

Catering
The on-board chef is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering consists of 2 x full board and 5 x half board. Catering starts with the dinner on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.

Language
Due to our international audience all Islandhopping tours are conducted bilingually, in English and German.

Comfort Ship Linda (shower/toilet in each cabin)

At 31 x 6 m the Linda is a sleek wooden motor sailor built in 1955 and fully refurbished in 2006. She hosts 14 friendly guest cabins each with own shower and WC. The spacious and tastefully furnished salon with its wooden tables and cushioned benches provides a welcoming atmosphere. The large rooftop sundeck is laid out with padded sunning mats offering you a great space to switch off and relax in.

The captain and his united crew are eager to welcome you on board for a recuperative vacation. The crew, who have been working together for many years, takes care of their guests touchingly and is looking forward to preparing an unforgettable holiday for you.

For more detailed information about the Linda please visit: https://www.inselhuepfen.com/en/linda/

Basic tour price per person (in a twin cabin below deck *All prices refer to the 2023 season*)

– from 1.240 euro (comfort ship Linda) 

Included services

· 8-day trip on a motorized yacht with crew

· 7 nights in a twin cabin below deck with shower/toilet

· 2 x full board and 5 x half board

· Guided cycling tours and sightseeing as described in the itinerary

· Overview-maps for the daily cycling tours (on board)

· Bed linen and towels

· English speaking tour guide

· Tourist taxes

Additional optional services (on request)

• Shared twin cabin (on request)
• Surcharge for a cabin above deck: 150 euro/ 1.130,18 person
• Surcharge for a double cabin for single use below deck: 400 euro/3.013,08 kn (limited, on request)
• Surcharge for a double cabin for single use above deck: 600 euro/4.520,07 kn (limited, on request)
• Rental bike with Ortlieb pannier: hybrid bicycle: 80 euro/602,76 kn per week; e-bike: 180 euro/1.356,21 kn per week (limited, on request)
• Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike: hybrid bicycle: 10 euro/75,35 kn per week; e-bike: 20 euro/150,69 kn per week (not insured: grossly negligent damages)

· A safe parking space: motorcycle: 40 euro/301,38 kn week; car up to 6 m in length: 60 euro/ 452,07 kn week, vehicle longer than 6 m: 120 euro/ 904,14 kn week (to be paid on-site to the tour guide)

· Transfer from/to Rijeka airport (on embarkation and disembarkation days only): 20 Euro/ 150,69 kn per person/way (minimum 2 persons)

· Transfer from/to Rijeka train station (on embarkation and disembarkation days only): 30 Euro/ 226,04 kn per person/way (minimum 2 persons)

· Collective transfers between Zagreb and Omišalj on day of embarkation/disembarkation only (11:30 am from Zagreb Center or 12:15 pm from Zagreb Airport / return transfer from Omišalj to Zagreb Airport starts at 8 am: 60 euro / 452,07 kn person/way and 60 euro/ 452,07 kn bicycle/way (reservation required two weeks in advance, booking incl. complete transmission of flight details – minimum 2 persons)

· Exclusive transfers: on request

· Additional night on Island Krk: on request

· 2-day extension module Zagreb in a 4 star hotel, price per person: in a double room: 400 Euro / 3.013,80 kn in a single room: 480 Euro/ 3.616,56 kn (People driving independently, without the need of a transfer, receive a discount of 100 Euro/ 753,45 kn  off all prices mentioned) – Detailed Itinerary on request.

· 3-day extension module Varaždin und Trakošćan in a 3 star hotel, price per person: in a double room: 530 Euro/ 3.993,29 kn in a single room: 595 Euro/ 4.483,03 kn // in a 4 star hotel, price per person: in a double room: 570 Euro/ 4.294,67 kn in a single room: 655 Euro/ 4.935,10 kn (People driving independently, without the need of a transfer, receive a discount of 100 Euro/ 753,45 kn off all prices mentioned) // Transfer from/to Zagreb before/after the program: 60 Euro/ 452,07 kn per person/way – Detailed Itinerary on request.

Not included in the tour price

· Journey to Omišalj/Krk Island

· Flat rate for bottled water 25 euro/ 188,36 kn or 15 euro/ 113,02 kn for children up to age 16 (to be paid to the captain)

· Beverages on board (tally sheet; to be paid to the captain)

· Meals and beverages ashore

· Tips for crew and tour guides

For more and updated info please visit: https://www.inselhuepfen.com/en/kva

If you would like to book this trip directly, please follow this booking link:

Direct booking of the Bike & Boat trip Kvarner Bay

If you have any questions about this trip before booking, please contact us by email at:
info@cyclecroatia.com