Experience Dalmatian Coast and Islands

Bike & Boat National Parks of Dalmatia
(8 days/7 nights, aprx. 104 mi./167 km by bicycle, Level 3 / 5)

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 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 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 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 Islands of Ugljan and Pašman (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 visit the coastal city of Šibenik and stay there for the night.

5^th Day Šibenik – Skradin – National Park of Krka (aprx. 20mi./32 km)

Today is a real highlight! After the morning crossing to Skradin, located at the foot of the Krka Canyon, we explore this area by bike. 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 Skradin – Primošten (aprx. 17 mi./28 km)

Enjoy your breakfast on a morning cruise to Primošten. Relax and enjoy your stay on board. After a swimming stop the lunch is served on board. Today’s cycle tour starts in the afternoon from Primošten, first to Rogoznica and then back to Primošten. You will spend the night in the harbor there and have some time to explore the town.

7th Day Island of Šolta – Trogir (aprx. 10 mi./16 km)

In the morning, we cruise to the island of Šolta. Olive and fig trees as well as lush farmland border the streets. The spicy smell of rosemary follows us throughout the whole tour around the tranquil island until we reach the village Grohote. At mid-day, we enjoy our last cruise back to Trogir. Here we have enough time to visit the UNESCO World Heritage old town. Our last dinner gives us time to reminisce on the week that past and to say goodbye to fellow travellers, the crew, and tour guides.

8th Day Trogir (Disembarkation)

After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am followed by individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.

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.

Level 3 / 5
Cycling tours through gently rolling terrain with ascents of up to approximately 200 meters. Suitable for cyclists who enjoy multi-hour tours and can confidently handle descents.

• Distance: 16 – 33 km per day
• Total elevation: 100 – 400 meters of elevation per day
• Road conditions: The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday periods.
• Traffic: Traffic is to be expected in and around coastal towns. The island of Pašman also has some road sections with slightly higher traffic.
• Infrastructure: There are no designated bike paths in Dalmatia, so the bike tours take place on public roads, preferably on quiet side streets.

Relevant for all levels: Safe cycling skills and familiarity with road traffic are prerequisites for taking part in our tours. All tours, including the elevation gains, can be mastered more easily with electronic assistance. Anyone renting an e-bike should already have experience and be confident in handling e-bikes, as these bikes are significantly heavier and faster than conventional bikes.

Individual cycling
This tour is primarily a guided group tour. Upon consultation with your tour guides, the possibility to cycle on your own along recommended, suitable routes, may present itself. 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.

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).

Children

We believe that only children in a good physical condition and with a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the cycle tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1.20 m (4 ft.) for hybrid bicycles and 1.50 m (4.5 ft.) for e-bikes. There is a helmet duty for all children up to age 16 in Croatia.

When travelling with children, we recommend our Multi-Adventure Tours in Greece and Croatia which are specifically curated for families and offer family-friendly pricing.

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/

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Direct booking of the Bike & Boat tour Nationalparks of Dalmatia

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