Southern Dalmatia Bike+Boat
from/to Trogir
The Islands of Southern Dalmatia
This Bike & Boat tour in Southern Dalmatia leads through unique, small towns and beautiful island landscapes. Experience the islands of Brač, Korčula, und Šolta as well as the beautiful lavender island of Hvar. Stroll around Hvar town with its mighty fortress and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the artist town of Stari Grad. The UNESCO World Heritage cities of Trogir and Split are two more highlights this tour has to offer and will inspire with their beauty and incredible history. Be sure to taste a variety of the Dalmatian specialties, especially the regional wines, referred to locally as ‘gods droplet’.
Dates 2025:
Arrival: Friday
Duration: 8 days
Dates:
Season 1: April 25.
Season 2: May 09./23., Aug 15., Oct 17.
Season 3: May 30., June 06./13./20., Aug 29., Sept 05./19.
Min.number of participants: 14 persons
1st Day: Trogir (Embarkation) – Island Solta
Individual arrival by car to Trogir or by plane to Split Airport, located about 3.5 mi./6 km away from the harbour of Trogir. After checking in on the motor yacht between 2 and 2:30 pm, the first cruise from Trogir to the island of Šolta begins at 3 pm. The first night is spent in a quiet harbour on the island of Solta with the opportunity to take a swim after a day of travel.
2nd Day: Island Vis (aprx. 20 mi./31 km)
This morning we enjoy a cruise during breakfast to the Island of Vis. Vis is the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia. A Greek colony called Issa inhabited the island 2,300 years ago. Due to its strategic location it was a military zone until 1995 and prohibited for foreign tourists. Today we have the opportunity to explore the lovely island by bicycle. We have plenty of time to enjoy the island and spend the night here.
3rd Day: Island Korčula (aprx. 18.5 mi./30 km)
In the morning we leave the island of Vis by boat and navigate to the harbor town of Vela Luka on the Island of Korčula. Along the way we throw the anchor for a refreshing swim stop. Korčula is regarded as one of the most scenic islands in the Adriatic, abundant in scenic impressions and quaint villages nestled in the green. Once we arrive in Vela Luka we can enjoy a round tour from Vela Luka to the village of Blato and back again. The night is spent in Vela Luka.
4th Day: Island Hvar: Hvar Town – Stari Grad – Jelsa – Stari Grad (aprx. 14 mi./22 km + aprx. 12 mi./20 km)
The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on Hvar Island. Make use of the time before the cycle tour starts and go for a little stroll through the city. Standing on the magnificent Renaissance Square you can enjoy a view up to the Spanish fortress towering high above the city. Today’s bike tour takes us from the city of Hvar through small villages and lavender fields to Stari Grad on the opposite side of the island. The descent to Stari Grad offers breathtaking views. After a lunch break we continue start off on a second cycling tour through the green planes of the island to the seaside town of Jelsa. After a break for coffee and ice cream, we continue the round trip back to Stari Grad where we spend the night.
5th Day: Brač Island: Milna – Postira (aprx. 18 mi./29 km)
In the morning we cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was, among others, used for the White House in Washington and in the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once we have arrived on Brač, we start our bike tour from Milna to the picturesque harbor town of Postira. At first we cycle inland through small villages and past local architectural relics before hugging the coast with spectacular views across the channel to the mainland. On arrival in Postira there are many ways in which to enjoy the rest of the afternoon. The night is spent in the quiet harbor of Postira.
6th Day: City of Split (Rafting in Omiš) (aprx. 10 mi./17 km)
During breakfast the boat brings us to the city of Split. The old town of Split, built adjoining the famous palace of the Roman Caesar Diocletian, is a UNESCO world heritage site. Today we have the choice either to take a bus transfer to go rafting through the Cetina Canyon (not included in the tour price) or to explore the wonderful Marjan forest Park in Split by bike. The rafting group will be picked up from the boat by a bus and are taken to Omiš for the excursion. From here they will follow the river downstream in the rafts gaining a unique perspective of the canyon and its flora and fauna. Participants of the rafting trip are brought back to the boat in the bus after the activity. Cyclist will enjoy a short but scenic bike tour through the green heart of Splits accompanied by an extensive swim break at a local beach. In the afternoon we can explore the bustling city of Split again together as one group. Overnight stay in Split.
7th Day: Šolta Island – Trogir (aprx. 12.5 mi./20 km)
In the morning, we once more cruise to the island of Šolta, where there will be the opportunity to take part in a bike ride to the local beekeeper Goran. Goran has a true passion for bees and has worked with them his whole life. He teaches about the importance of bees allows all his guests to try the delicious bee products. We cycle past walled fields, numerous olive groves, locust bean, and fig trees which line the roads. The scent of rosemary accompanies us along our tour around the island. After our bike ride, we return to the ship to enjoy our last crossing, past the cliffs of Čiovo Island and back to Trogir. Once we arrive, there will be plenty of time to visit the Old Town of Trogir, listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. The last evening aboard is celebrated in traditional fashion in the company of our fellow travellers and guides.
8th Day: Trogir (Disembarkation)
After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am followed by individual trip home or extended stay in Dalmatia/Croatia.
Important Information
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. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend time on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike-tour.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION:
YOUR ShiP – SAN SNOVA
At 31 x 8 m the wooden motor yacht, San Snova, took to the water in 2009 and has worked exclusively with Islandhopping ever since. The construction took shape over the course of three years and set a milestone for the boat-building scene in Croatia, as it is the last wooden boat of its kind to have been built. The 14 guest cabins are air-conditioned with a shower and WC. The crew on board pay special attention to cleanliness and maintenance of the ship and radiate a friendly and inviting atmosphere to the guests.
Group riding pace
On our regular cycling tours, the cyclists on regular bicycles determine the pace. We ask guests who have reserved an e-bike to be mindful of this and to acknowledge that the regular cyclists need time to rest and take longer to climb the hills. We thank you for your understanding.
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 1.30 m (4.3 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.
YOUR BICYCLES:
21-speed ladies or gents
E-Bikes
- Quality brand bicycles
- Touring bikes with derailleur
- Odometer
- 1 Ortlieb-pannier bag
Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike bookable:
hybrid bicycle: 20 euro/week; e-bike: 30 euro/week (not insured: grossly negligent damages)
ATTENTION:
–Bringing own e-bikes not allowed on our ships!
–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).
ARRIVAL INFORMATION:
Airport
- next airport: Split (SPU)
Parking
- A safe parking space:
motorcycle: approx. 50 euro/week
car up to 6 m in length: approx. 78 euro/week
vehicle longer than 6 m: approx. 130 euro/week
(to be paid on-site to the tour guide)
Transfer
- Transfers bookable- see Prices
- 8-day trip on a motorized yacht with crew
- 7 nights in a twin cabin below deck with shower/toilet
- 2 x full board and 5 x half board (option to have a picnic for lunch)
- Guided cycling tours and sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- Overview-maps for the daily tours (on board)
- Bed linen and towels
- English speaking tour guide
Ship San Snova | Season 1 | Season 2 | Season 3 |
2-bed cabin lower deck | 1.499,- | 1.749,- | 1.999,- |
2-bed cabin above deck | 1.749,- | 1.999,- | 2.249,- |
2-bed cabin for single use lower deck | 2.249,- | 2.624,- | 2.999,- |
2-bed cabin for single use above deck | 2.436,- | 2.811,- | 3.186,- |
Flat rate for local taxes + bottled water
Adults: 60 Euro per person/week
Child up to 16 years: 30 Euro per person/week
(to be paid to the captain)
Discounts additional bed/children
With three persons sharing a cabin (limited availability), we offer a 200 euro discount per person on the tour base price (not combinable with other discounts). Triple cabins are equipped with a double bed and a single bed (mainly a bunk).
Children 16 years and younger receive a discount of 200€ off the tour base price (double occupancy, not combinable with other discounts).
Additional bookable
Rental bikes | ||
21-speed | 80,- | |
E-Bike | 245,- |
Additional nights Trogir incl. breakfast | upon request |
Transfer on arrival-/departure day | price per person/way |
Airport Split – Trogir harbor | upon request |
Operator: Inselhüpfen/Zeitreisen
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