
Island-Hopping in Croatia
11 days of self-guided biking adventures on Croatian islands in the Adriatic Sea, complete with views of sail boats and swimming in sea coves, aromas of lavender and sage, and dinners in romantic coastal towns
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Reviews 1 Review4/5
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Family
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Activity Level Moderate
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Group Size Small Group
You would think it’s unheard off to go to a Croatian island for anything else but beaches and the sea! Well, you would be surprised. Adventurers, who are discovering the world through a frame of their handlebar, rave about aromas of sage and lavender on the Adriatic islands, quiet and undiscovered patches under fig trees, and views from above of mellow sail boats dotting the horizon. It’s hard to imagine how diverse a topography and vegetation of these islands really is and how exquisite your biking adventure will be. From lush pine forests and maquis, to cliffs and gentle sloping shorelines, to moon-like, deserted and bare mountain passes. Of course, there is the warm and healing Adriatic sea and numerous secluded white beaches – accessible only to boats or hikers. And you on a bike!
DAY 1: Arrive to Split, free day to enjoy Split and prepare for the adventure
DAY 2: In-take meeting and boat transfer to Supetar on the island of Brač
DAY 3: Ascend Vidova Gora (2,500 ft) and return to Supetar (28 miles)
DAY 4: Boat transfer to Hvar island via Split, afternoon circular bike trip (12 miles )
DAY 5: Bike from Stari Grad to Hvar town (12 miles)
DAY 6: Day for relaxing, exploring Hvar town
DAY 7: Boat to Korčula, bike through forests in search of isolated beaches (3 -10 miles)
DAY 8: Bike across Korčula island to the village Brna with a stop in Smokvica village (18 miles )
DAY 9: Bike from Brna back to Korčula town via Blato town (45km)
DAY 10: Boat ride to mainland, bike through the vineyards of Pelješac peninsula (14 miles )
DAY 11: Trip concludes in Dubrovnik
- Airport pickup in Split and drop-off in Dubrovnik
- All private land transfers according to the itinerary
- All boat transfers according to the itinerary
- accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast (twin/double room)
- Self-Guided booklet with detailed route description, maps and best travel tips
- Full equipment: TREK DS road bikes with panniers, helmet, lock, and repair kit (spare tire, pump, tools)
- Tourist tax and vat
- In-take meeting on day 1, logistical support, 24/7 emergency support
OPTIONAL:
- Accommodation in a private apartment – price quoted on request
- Half-board accommodation – price quoted on request
- Extended stay (in Split or in Dubrovnik) – price quoted on request
- Travel to Croatia
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Lunches, dinners, snacks, drinks
- Gratuity
- Day1 Welcome!
- Day2 Arrive to the island of Brač
- Day3 Bike to the top of the island
- Day4 Enjoy Hvar - the Sunny Island
- Day5 Across the island
- Day6 Day to relax!
- Day7 Beaches of Korčula awaits!
- Day8 Across the island to catch a sunset
- Day9 Linden tree avenue and terra rosa
- Day10 Off the island, on to a peninsula
- Day11 End of biking adventures

All accommodation is in 3-star hotels with breakfast (twin/double room). A price for half-board accommodation or private apartment can be quoted on requested.
- Shoes – sneakers or any appropriate shoes for biking
- Jacket – warm, wind & waterproof, softshell
- Comfortable clothes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, any other sun protection
- Water bottle (preferably reusable)
- First aid (a small basic kit with items such as bandages, antiseptic wipes, gauze, antibacterial ointment, sterile pads)
- The tour is considered to be moderate level of difficulty. There is an average of 19 miles of biking each day with some ascends and descends and some more challenging parts.
- A good physical condition is essential.
- You will be travelling with panniers attached to your bikes, so be ready to pack accordingly. You can keep your remaining luggage with our representative, who will deliver it on the day 10 when picking you up in Ploče.
- Breakfast is included in every accommodation. You will have a lot of opportunities to stop in local restaurants and shops all along the way for dinners, lunches and snacks.
- We advise that you start your trips early to allow enough time to stop often and enjoy the scenery!
- You will get bikes with full equipment – bike panniers, spare tire and repair kit, bike lock and helmet.
- Although unlikely, the weather can change rather quickly, so do not forget to bring your rain-covers and a change of clothes. The panniers you will be travelling with are waterproof.
- The tour is not appropriate for pregnant women and children under the age of 15.
- All customers are required to notify us before booking the tour of any medical conditions, as well as dietary restrictions. All medications can and should be brought to all activities in the program. If you suffer from any medical conditions, we strongly suggest that you consult your physician before booking a tour to receive an expert medical advice. We are more than happy to discuss and recommend the most suitable adventure for you based on your conditions, but cannot ultimately be responsible for your health.
We compiled a list of further thoughts and recommendations on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
This tour has everything one would expect from a paradise. We were really fortunate to be a part of awesome tour group operated by best tour travel company ever.