discover kvarner bay

E-Bike & Boat Kvarner Bay Plus
(8 Days/7 Nights, approx. 119 mi/190 km )

This boat & bike cruise matches activity with comfort. Your comfortable home during this amazing week will be our proud motor yacht Anđela Lora. Carefully decorated roomy cabins, bathrooms with separate a shower, a comfortable sundeck as well as a stylish salon are all waiting to accommodate you.

Guarded by the towering Velebit mountain range in the east and embraced by the Istria 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 by bike and boat!

Each day begins with a well-rounded breakfast, leaving you fit to revel in the unique diversity the Kvarner bay islands offer on a guided bike tour. 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.

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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.

2^nd 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 by bicycle)
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. Finally we stay overnight in a quiet harbor of Molat Island.

4th day Island of Dugi Otok (aprx. 26 mi./42 km by bicycle) – Zadar
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. We ride on a road almost free of traffic. Our ride along the islands “Road in the Sky” takes us to Sali, where the boat awaits us for a sail to Zadar, which, for centuries, was the political, cultural and spiritual centre of Dalmatia. 3000 years of history have left their imprint on the character of this town and there are many things to be admired: the mighty fortified walls with their bastions, the loggia but also the early Romanesque St. Donatus Basilica. In the evening our tour guide takes us on an extensive walk through the lively city centre.

5th day Island of Pag – Rab (aprx. 12 mi./20 km by bicycle)
After a long 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 Novalja 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. After dinner we can explore the narrow alleys with numerous cosy cafés.

6th day Island of Rab (aprx. 13mi./22 km by bicycle)
Get to know the charming island of Rab on a lovely ride around the island. At lunchtime the ship awaits us in the harbor directly in front of the old town of Rab. We cruise to Jablanac near the picturesque Zavratnica fjord. Later on the ship takes us over to the neighboring island of Krk where we spend the evening in the historical town of Krk.

7th day Island of Krk, (aprx. 28 mi./45 km by bicycle)
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 Zlahtina. 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.

E-Bike Level 1 / Hybrid Bike Level 2 – 3
Our cycle tours are suitable for both: hybrid and e-bikers. You should decide beforehand, which bicycle you wish to rent. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or to spend time on board the boat, instead of taking part on a planned cycle tour.

Requirements for hybrid bikers (level 2-3): The cycle tours require a basic level of fitness from participants, which they should have acquired from regular cycling. The tours will take us up to a height of 200 to 650 m above sea-level. The day-tours from 12 to 37.5 mi. (20 to 60 km) will take us through hilly and mountainous terrain and can be completed without any time-constraints. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs, during which they are, however, also permitted to push their bicycles. We traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely frequented outside the holiday seasons.

Requirements for e-bikers (level 1): E-bike tours suitable for Islandhoppers with a good basic level of fitness. The tours and the elevation gain are very manageable with an e-bike (30-60km and 400-700 m of elevation per day).

Group riding pace:
On our e-bike tour programs, the riding pace is determined by the cyclists on e-bikes. Guests who are taking part on these tours on a regular bicycle should have the necessary physical condition to keep up with this pace. 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 1,20 m (4 ft.) and 1.50 m (4.5 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 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

Deluxe Ship Andela Lora (shower/toilet in each cabin)

The 2012 finished Andela Lora is an extraordinary elegant steel ship. With an impressive length of 40 m and a width of 8.50 m, it is one of the largest ships in our Croatian fleet.

17 spacious guest cabins with air conditioning as well as shower/toilet are at the guest’s disposal. The ship has a swimming platforn at the stern, which enables an easy access to the sea .

In addition to that the Andela Lora offers a cozy salon on the top deck and numerous comfortable spaces to relax on the sun deck.

For more information about the Andela Lora please visit: www.inselhuepfen.com/en/andela-lora

Basic tour price per person (in a double cabin below deck *Prices refer to the 2022 season*)

•  from 1,690 euro (deluxe boat Andela Lora)

Included services

•  8-day trip on a motorized yacht with crew
• 7 nights in a twin cabin below deck with shower/toilet
• 4 x full board and 3 x half board
• Guided cycling tours as described in the itinerary
• Overview-maps for the daily tours (on board)
• Plus-tour specials
• English speaking tour guide

Additional optional services (on request)

• A shared twin cabin
• Surcharge for a cabin above deck: 150 euro/1.125 kn person
• Surcharge for a double cabin for single use below deck: 500 euro/3.750 kn
• Surcharge for a double cabin for single use above deck: 700 euro/5.250 kn
• Rental bike with Ortlieb pannier: hybrid bicycle: 80 euro/600 kn per week; e-bike: 180 euro/1.350 kn per week (limited, on request)
• Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike: hybrid bicycle: 10 euro/75 kn per week; e-bike: 20 euro/150 kn per week (not insured: grossly negligent damages)
• A safe parking space: motorcycle: 30 euro/225 kn per week; car up to 6 m in length: 50 euro/375 kn per week, vehicle longer than 6 m: 100 euro/750 kn per week (on request, to be paid on-site to the tour guide)
• In case of train arrival: Collecting transfer from Rijeka train station to Omišalj: 25 euro person/190 kn per way (reservation requested). Please note, that it is not possible to take your own bike in trains.
• Transfer from/to Rijeka airport (on embarkation and disembarkation days only): 15 euro/115 kn person/way
• Collective transfer from/to Zagreb 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/450 kn per person/way and 60 euro/450 kn per bicycle/way (reservation required two weeks in advance, booking incl. complete transmission of flight details)
• Customized transfer (on request)
• 2-day extension module Zagreb transfers from Airport Zagreb – Hotel Zagreb // Hotel Zagreb – Boat in Omišalj (when booked pre Kvarner Bay Tour) or transfers Boat in Omišalj – Hotel Zagreb // Hotel Zagreb – Airport Zagreb (when booked post Kvarner Bay Tour), 1 night in a 3 or 4 star hotel; guided sightseeing tour in Zagreb (entry fees for sights not included), dinner in a local restaurant; price per person: 3 star hotel in a double room: 330 euro/2.475 kn; single room: 370 euro/2.775 kn; 4 star hotel in a double room: 380 euro/2.850 kn; single room: 450 euro/3.375 kn (People driving independently, without the need of a transfer, receive a discount of 60 euro/450 kn off all prices mentioned)
• Additional night incl. Breakfast in Omišalj (prices on request)

Not included in the tour price

• Journey to Omišalj /Krk Island – Flat rate for bottled water, Visitor’s tax and local charges 50 euro/375 kn for adults or 25 euro/190 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 tour guides and crew

For more and updated info please visit www.inselhuepfen.com/en/kvp

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

Direct booking of the E-Bike & Boat Tour Kvarner Bay

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