Bike cruise in Croatia

Flight from Montreal to Dubrovnik. Transfer to Split hotel.

Cycle route: Supetar – Pucisca | Length: 25 km | Total ascent: 380 m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 2/5

Arrival in Split and check-in from 11 am. Cruise departs at 1 pm, followed by dinner on board on the way to the island of Brac. On arrival in Supetar, take a tour by road bike along the coast to the northern part of the island. Pass through the fishing villages of Splitska and Postira and arrive in one of Europe’s most beautiful small villages – Pucisca. Free afternoon to visit this charming village, renowned for its long tradition of stone-cutting. Overnight in Pucisca.

Bike route: Pokrivenik – Sucuraj | Length: 32 km | Total ascent: 450 m | Highest point: 350 m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5

Breakfast and morning cruise to Croatia’s longest island – Hvar, with views of the Biokovo mountain range. The bike tour starts in a picturesque little bay, Pokrivenik. It begins with a climb to the highest point of the route, then down to the easternmost point of the island of Hvar – Sućuraj, where the boat will be waiting. After lunch on board, cruise to the second largest Croatian peninsula – Peljesac and a charming village, Kuciste. Captain’s dinner on board (included in Premium categories). Overnight in Kuciste.

Bike route: Kuciste – Trstenik | Length: 30 km | Total elevation gain: 800 m | Highest point: 540 m Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 4/5

Today’s ride could be called the wine-panoramic route. After breakfast, set off by bike for Orebic, the town of sailors and captains. The first few kilometers are uphill and then downhill, offering unique views of the Korcula archipelago. After Orebic, climb up to the wine-growing area with Croatia’s most famous wine varieties. Cross the Dingac tunnel to the south side of Peljesac and continue through the vineyards to Trstenik. Overnight in Trstenik.

Bike route: Mljet National Park | Length: 18 km | Total ascent: 120 m | Highest point: 45 m | Surface: 80% paved, 20% macadam road | Difficulty level: 1/5

Breakfast cruise from Trstenik to Mljet, the green island also known as Honey Island. Mljet National Park (entrance fee payable locally) is a beautiful area of unique charm, with two connected saltwater lakes, lush flora, a unique appearance of indented coastline, cliffs and numerous islets and evergreen plants from the surrounding hills. Tour the saltwater lake, inside which lies another island with the 12th-century Benedictine monastery. Refresh in the saltwater lakes and return to the ship for lunch on board. Afternoon cruise to Korcula and, on arrival, free time to explore the town of Marco Polo. Overnight in Korcula.

Bike route: Korcula – Pupnat – Smokvica – Prizba – Blato – Vela Luka | Length: 55 km | Total ascent: 750 m | Highest point: 340 m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 4/5

After breakfast, set off on the longest route of the week through the entire island of Korcula. Climb to the village of Zrnovo, then to the island’s oldest settlement – Pupnat, the highest point of the route. Descend to the south side of Korčula and skirt one of the island’s most beautiful bays with sheer cliffs above. Continue through numerous olive groves and vineyards of one of the most famous grape varieties, Posip. Take a short break in the charming village of Smokvica. Descend to the sea and cool off on one of the many hidden pebble beaches. Climb to the viewpoint above the town of Blato and finally descend to Vela Luka. Dinner on board and overnight in Vela Luka.

Bike routes: 1. Hvar – Stari Grad | Length: 23 km | Total ascent: 450m | Highest point: 410m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5

2. Stari Grad-Jelsa-Vrboska-Stari Grad | Length: 22 km | Total ascent: 110m | Highest point: 85m | Surface: 85% paved road 15% macadam road | Difficulty level: 1/5

Early morning cruise from Vela Luka to the town of Hvar, with breakfast on board. Short visit to Hvar, a fairytale town with great architecture, magnificent nature and a mild climate. Cycle from Hvar to the other side of the island – Stari Grad. Ride through lavender fields and enjoy views of neighboring islands and the mainland. Lunch on board in Stari Grad. Easy afternoon ride to two of Hvar’s pearls – Jelsa and Vrboska and through the Stari Grad Plain, where the ancient Greek division of land has been preserved to the present day with a system of evenly distributed roads and plots. Overnight in Stari Grad.

Bike route: Stomorska – Maslinica | Length: 36 km | Total ascent: 450 m | Highest point: 135 m | Surface: 100% asphalt | Difficulty level: 2/5

The last day begins with a morning cruise from Stari Grad to the island of Šolta. After breakfast, start cycling from Stomorska to the island’s highest point – Gornje Selo, enjoying views on both sides of the island and the scent of Mediterranean plants. Continue to Maslinica, on the west side of the island. Take a short break and return to Stomorska. Lunch on board and cruise to Split. Afternoon free for sightseeing and Diocletian’s city. Overnight in Split.

Disembarkation from the ship

Coach trip: 80km, overnight in Split, Route Split, Cetinja River, Split

An early breakfast before your final farewell to new friends and crew. Disembarkation from the ship.

BEGIN FREE SERVICE – pick-up from port.

Half-day excursion to the Cetina River (options for rafting, canyoning, zip-lining, etc.).

Dinner. Return to Split. Free time. Dinner at hotel in town. Night in Split

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Krka National Park for a visit.
Lunch ($).
On the way back to Split, stop in Sibenik to visit St. James Cathedral.
Return to the hotel.
Supper on your own ($).

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from the hotel.
Route towards Bosnia and Herzegovina, passing through Medžugorje.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Mostar included.
Visit to the city of Mostar.
Arrival at the hotel
Dinner at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to Ston. Visit to the saltworks including a visit to the village of Veli Ston and a bit of free time to have a coffee, a light lunch, etc.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to the Franciscan Monastery of Dubrovnik.
Free time for lunch, return to the hotel, and free time for dinner.

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for the return flight to Montreal.