Croatia Bike Tour
- Region: Rest of Europe
- Destination: Croatia
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Level: Active Rider
- Price From: $4695
- Single Supplement: $1150
| Jul 6 - Jul 11, 2013 | $4695 | Book Now |
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| Jul 20 - Jul 25, 2013 | $4695 | Call to book |
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Cycle along the stunning shorelines of the Dalmatian Coast. Climb through lavender fields on the island of Hvar. Visit charming ancient fishing villages in Korcula. Explore beautifully preserved medieval cities and UNESCO world heritage sites. Boat from island to island, experiencing the Adriatic by road and by sea on this cycling vacation in Croatia. You will never forget wandering through Dubrovnik’s narrow and storied streets, an evening dining at the local konoba, or the spectacular vistas that surround you. Delight your palate with tastings of the unique reds of the Peljesac peninsula and the freshest of local seafood.
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Tour by Day
Day One: Welcome to Split!
Your guides will meet you at the airport in Split where your cycling adventure will begin! Toast your arrival with a welcome drink and begin with the essentials: bike fitting and safety review. From here we’ll set off to ride along a quiet coastal road and be treated to our first glimpse of the stunning Adriatic. After a leisurely warm up, we’ll return to town with plenty of time to explore the historic city of Split, molded by centuries of diverse rulers. Tonight we’ll enjoy a true Croatian feast at a local restaurant that is a true hidden gem.
Meals: Light Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Split, Marjan Hill
Accomplished: 9.32 miles / 15 km
Day Two: Split and Hvar Island
Start the day with an exclusive walking tour of Diocletian’s palace. Built at the turn of the fourth century BC, the castle offers a fascinating glimpse into this era of local history. Following the tour, we’ll set off on a breathtaking two-hour ferry ride to Hvar Island. Arriving in Stari Grad, we'll stop for a quick lunch before we begin our first ride. Cycle through beautiful lavender fields and olive groves, and choose to ride or shuttle back to Hvar Town. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the charming family-owned Konoba Zlatna Skolijka.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Split, Stari Grad, Hvar Town
Accomplished: 15 - 20 miles / 24.5 - 32.5 km
Day Three: The Islands of Paklinski Otoci
Enjoy a relaxing breakfast while deciding whether to bike or kayak to the nearby islands, relax at the hotel’s spa, or explore the Venetian piazza in Hvar town. If cycling, enjoy a challenging yet beautiful climb up into the lavender fields. If kayaking, paddle the numerous bays and hidden beaches of the Paklinski islands. The island’s name refers to paklina (melted pine resin), which was manufactured in these bays and used for coating ships. Whatever choice you make today, we’ll all regroup for dinner overlooking one of the beautiful bays.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Hvar, Paklinksi Otoci (Optional sea kayaking - extra cost)
Accomplished: 12 miles / 19.5 km (Optional 21 miles / 34 km)
Day Four: The Vineyards of Korcula
Today our private boat takes us across blue waters to Korcula, an ancient Greek colony dating back the fourth-century BC. Landing on the west coast in Vela Luka, we’ll bicycle across the island to Korcula Town. Passing through miles of vineyards, we’ll stop to taste the famed local white wines and enjoy a picnic lunch with the Farac family. Here we'll also sample some of their homemade local products. Arriving at the fortified Venetian village of Korcula Town, the birthplace of Marco Polo, we’ll have the afternoon to relax on one of the Adriatic’s best beaches. The evening is yours to explore the pedestrian-only streets. Ask your guide for a recommendation for a favorite local dinner spot.
Meals: Breakfast / Picnic Lunch
Destinations: Vela Luka, Korcula
Accomplished: 29 miles / 46 km
Day Five: Loop Ride around Korcula
Wake up to watch the sun rise over the Adriatic or sleep in before enjoying an island breakfast. We’ll start the day with a loop ride to Pupnat, one of the oldest settlements on the island. Pedal back to Korcula Town and continue on a flat ride to the fishing village of Lumbarda where we will delight in a picnic lunch. Interested in some beach time? Your choice of sandy or pebbly awaits you. Tonight we’ll meet in Korcula Town for our final dinner.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Pupnat, Korcula Town, Lumbarda
Accomplished: 24 miles / 39 km
Day Six: Korcula to Dubrovnik
En route to Dubrovnik we’ll discover some of the secrets of the Peljesac peninsula—home to Croatia’s best-known red wines: Dingac and Postup. Stops along the way include a tasting of fresh oysters and a visit the town of Ston, known for the longest fortified city wall in Europe and ancient salt works. After a brief lunch in Mali Ston, we’ll shuttle to the stone walls of Dubrovnik, one of the world’s most beautifully preserved medieval cities. Meander through the narrow streets, exploring the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture before bidding farewell to a fantastic week.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Destinations: Peljesac, Ston, Mali Ston, Dubrovnik
Accomplished: no cycling today
