Experience Dalmatian Coast and Islands

Bike & Boat National Parks of Dalmatia
(8 days/7 nights, approx. 88 mi/140 km by bike)

Croatia is known for its beautiful coast with thousands of islands, reefs and bays. Numerous romantic ruins, charming hills, countless natural beauties and phenomena are just waiting to be discovered! 

Good cuisine, an open minded crew and knowledgeable tour guides are all expecting you on one of our most laid back tours.
We will visit two National Parks and the islands of Central Dalmatia, starting from Trogir.

The highlights include the UNESCO protected old town of Trogir, Primošten, Šibenik with its famous cathedral, Zadar, National Park Krka waterfalls and Kornati Islands. On a romantic motor yacht, our floating accommodation, we will discover the charm of the Adriatic in our own unique way.

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1st Day (Fri) Trogir (Embarkation) – Rogoznica 

Individual arrival either by car to Trogir or by plane to Split. After checking in on the motor yacht between 2 and 2:30 pm in Trogir we head off on our first cruise at 3 pm to Rogoznica – a village on a small island that is connected to the mainland by a dam. Here we spend our first night.

2nd Day (Sat) Vodice – Island of Murter – Nature Park Telašćica (aprx. 16 mi./26 km)

In the morning we enjoy our breakfast during a morning cruise to the seaside city of Vodice. From here we start our bike tour to the island of Murter, 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 cruise through the Kornati National Park, an archipelago in crystal clear water, known for its rich aquatic life, until we reach the Telašćica Nature Park. 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.

3rd Day (Sun) Island of Dugi Otok – Brbinj – Zadar (aprx. 19 mi./32 km)

After breakfast we start our bike tour from the Telašćica Nature Park, along a virtually traffic-free, panoramic road across the island. During the ride we’re treated to countless unforgettable views of neighbouring islands, breaking through the deep blue sea. We meet the ship in Brbinj 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.

4th Day (Mon) Islands of Ugljan and Pašman – Vodice (aprx. 20 mi./33 km)

During breakfast, the boat crosses the channel of Zadar to the island of Ugljan. Today there is plenty of time to cycle across and explore both the islands Ugljan and Pašman, connected by a bridge, with their quaint villages characterized by stone cottages and fishing vessels. As we cycle along the east coast, we can enjoy beautiful views of the sea and the mainland. After our bike tour, we revisit the coastal city of Vodice, this time for the night.

5th Day (Tue) Vodice – Skradin – National Park of Krka (aprx. 22 mi./35 km) 

Today is a real highlight! 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.

6th Day (Wed) Skradin – Šibenik – Primošten (aprx. 17 mi./28 km)

During breakfast the boat departs Skradin and makes its way 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 ship and navigate to Primošten where we undertake a bike tour in the afternoon to Rogoznica and back. The night is spent in Primošten. 

7th Day Island of Šolta (aprx. 9 mi./15 km)
In the morning our motor yacht takes us to the island of Šolta. Olive and fig trees and farmland surround the streets. The spicy smell of rosemary will follow us throughout the whole tour around the silent island until we reach the village Grohote. During mid day our last cruise takes us back to Trogir. Here we have enough time to visit the world cultural heritage old town. After dinner it is time to say good bye to crew and travel guides.

8th Day Trogir (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 planned itinerary due to changing wind and weather conditions as well as organizational requirements. Our tours are dependent on weather conditions and the final decision is that of the captain.

Requirements: Level 1 – 2
The bike routes require a basic level of fitness, which you should have acquired by occasional or daily cycling. The routes can reach an altitude of 328 ft. to 985 ft/100 to 300 meters. The daily routes of 9 to 22 mi./15 to 35 km will lead through hilly terrain and can be completed without time constraints. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs, during which they are, however, also permitted to push their bicycles. The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday periods. This tour is primarily a guided group tour. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bicycle-tour.

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. Children that are younger than 16 years are obliged to wear a helmet by the Croatian law.

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 4 x full board and 3 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.

Premium Ship San Snova (shower/toilet in each cabin)

The wooden motor sailor San Snova, 31 x 8 m in size, took to the water in 2009. This magnificent construction took shape over the course of three years and sets a milestone in the boat building scene in Croatia as it is the last wooden boat of its kind to be built.

The 14 guest’s cabins are welcoming and equipped with air conditioning and a private shower/WC. The salon and its wooden finish provides a comfortable and friendly atmosphere, supported by the many seating arrangements on deck as well as the possibility to lie comfortably on the sun deck.

The crew on board pay special attention to cleanliness and maintenance on board and radiate a friendly and inviting atmosphere to the guests on board.

For more detailed information about the San Snova please visit: https://www.inselhuepfen.com/en/san-snova/

Comfort Ship Kapetan Jure (shower/toilet in each cabin)

The Kapetan Jure is one of the smaller boats in our Croatian fleet. The hundreds of tours which she has operated for Islandhopping however, make her one of the most seasoned ships in our fleet. Built as a traditional wooden boat, the attention to detail and nautical flair on board are a declaration of the owner, Anton’s, passion for the sea. The cozy saloon is decorated with shells, amphora and seamen’s knots and at the bow of the boat a mermaid insures safe passage. The Kapetan Jure offers comfortable cabins, four below deck and eleven above deck. A spacious seating arrangement can be found on deck and upholstered sunning mats are available on the sundeck. Sunbathe, or just relax with a book in one of the comfortable nooks on board after an active bike tour. A true highlight is jumping from board in a secluded bay for a refreshing swim!

For more detailed information about the Kapetan Jure please visit: https://www.inselhuepfen.com/en/kapetanjure/

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Direct booking of the Bike & Boat tour Nationalparks of Dalmatia

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