Meet your guide and your team at the yacht in Dubrovnik harbor Gruž between 2 and 2:30 pm. By going on a guided city tour with your group, you will get the chance to get to know the city and explore some interesting details of the town’s history, visiting the most impressive sights. The yacht stays docked in Gruž, giving you the opportunity to experience Dubrovnik’s nightlife.
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Begin your island-hopping adventure in Dubrovnik, also known as the Pearl of the Adriatic. From here, you will board a deluxe yacht which will take you from one Croatian island to the next—from Mljet, you’ll go to Korčula, Vis, Hvar, and Brač, and end up in the once-Roman city of Split. During the day, you will cycle through these islands, go on guided city tours, and unwind in the Mediterranean sun and sea. Your home for the week is a luxury yacht with plenty of facilities and entertainment. Should the dates of this tour not suit you, and you already fell in love with the route, worry not. Check out our other option, from Split to Dubrovnik—it’s the same route, just the other way around, with different dates.
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In the morning, cross over to the nearby island of Šipan, the largest one of the Elaphiti islands, yet still quite small. This is a great place for your first bike tour and to get used to riding in a group. Get back to the yacht and set sail towards the green island of Mljet. Mljet is 70% covered with dense woodlands, and it’s the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Even Homer, the legendary Greek poet, mentioned Mljet in his epic “Odyssey” poem. He made it the home of the Calypso nymph and the Greek king Odysseus, who, unable to resist Calypso, stayed on Mljet for seven years. Arrive in the harbor of Pomena, enjoy a round tour on your bike through the Mljet National Park. Night is spent in the harbor of Pomena on Mljet.
Distance: 7 miles / 11 km + 15.5 miles / 25 km
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During breakfast, a short cruise brings you to the harbor of Trstenik on Pelješac. Pelješac can be recognized from far away with its monumental 3,280-foot (1,000-meter) high Sv. Ilija mountain range. This is also a famous wine region (featuring the famous local wines Plavac and Dingač), where vineyards can be found firmly rooted into steep hills. Today’s cycling takes you along the coastline from Trstenik to Orebić where a boat will wait with a delicious lunch (a short section is ridden on gravel roads to avoid traffic of the busy main road). Set off towards Korčula island and stop in the city of Korčula, a city competing with Venice for the honor of being the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Spend the evening wandering through the fishbone-shaped old city (designed to reduce the effects of wind and sun, providing its citizens with sheltered and comfortable accommodation), and soak up the atmosphere. A guided city tour will give you a good overview of the city and its interesting history.
Distance: 15.5 miles / 25 km
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Today’s cycling tour takes you across the charming island of Korčula. The island features a mild Mediterranean climate and a vast variety of various landscapes. Take your time exploring this wonder of an island, enjoy the views of the deep blue sea and the neighboring islands. Dinner is served onboard to recharge after a day full of activity.
Distance: 37.5 miles / 60 km
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Leaving Korčula behind, enjoy a breakfast cruise to the island of Vis with a possible swim stop from the boat before arrival. Vis is the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia. Its history goes 2,300 years back, when it was a Greek colony called Issa. Due to its strategic location, it was a military zone until 1995, prohibited for foreign tourists—but today, you have the opportunity to explore this lovely island by bike. From the town of Vis, cycle once around the entire island with a coffee stop in the harbor of Komiža. The night is spent in the harbor of Vis.
Distance: 20 miles / 32 km
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The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on the eponymous island. Make use of the time before the bike tour begins and go for a stroll through the wonderful town. Marvel at the magnificent Renaissance Square and enjoy the view up from the Spanish Fortress, rising high above the town. Today’s bike tour takes you from Hvar town up a steady climb through lavender fields and cute hamlets all the way to the harbor town of Jelsa on the other side of the island. After ice cream and coffee in Jelsa, continue your ride through the picturesque town of Vrboska and through ancient Greek plains, now a protected UNESCO heritage site, to the artistic village of Stari Grad where your boat is anchored.
Distance: 24 miles / 40 km
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In the morning, cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was used in part for the White House in Washington as well as for the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once there, cycle from Milna to the charming harbor town of Pučišća (internationally known for its stone masonry college). Climbing your way over the island offers spectacular views across the Dalmatian coast. Along the way, take time to interact with the locals before continuing along the coast from Postira to Pučišća, where the boat waits for lunch and final cruise to Split. Once you reach this UNESCO world heritage city, take a guided city tour. Discover the Palace of Roman Emperor Diocletian and learn about its transformation into the city that it is today. A cheerful evening meal on board provides the chance to party and celebrate the wonderful week behind you.
Distance: 24 miles / 40 km
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After breakfast, it’s time to disembark the yacht until 9 am. If you need any recommendations, your guides can arrange further explorations of Croatia! Just let us know if you’d like to prolong your tour.
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This tour takes place in two directions, either from Dubrovnik to Split OR from Split to Dubrovnik. The tour’s route is otherwise identical and price includes the same things regardless of the direction.
Included:
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- An experienced, English-speaking cycling guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 8-day e-bike and boat tour from Split to Dubrovnik or Dubrovnik to Split
- Most meals — 2x full board & 5x half board
- Accommodation aboard the Harmonia yacht with crew for 7 nights
- Bed linen and towels
- Overview maps for the daily tours
- City tours in Dubrovnik, Korčula, and Split
- SGR Insolvency Protection (5 euros)
Add-ons
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- Single supplement — 50% of the tour base price (this depends on availability and season), let us know prior to booking if interested
- E-bike rental — $255
- Gravel bike rental — $210
- Limited liability protection for e-bike rentals (theft and damage covered, grossly negligent damage not) — $30
- Cabin above deck — $265 per person
- Private transfers (minimum 2 persons) between Dubrovnik Airport & Gruž harbor or Split Airport & Split harbor — let us know prior to booking if interested
- All-round carefree package (car airport transfers, accommodation prior to embarkation, transfer to ferry port, etc.) — let us know prior to booking if interested
- Special dietary requirements — $75, to be paid on board
- Additional nights near/in Dubrovnik or Split — let us know prior to booking if interested
Not included:
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- Transportation to the starting point (Split or Dubrovnik)
- Flat rate for drinking water and tourist taxes (€60 per person, €30 for children up to the age of 16, to be paid to the captain)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary & snacks, meals ashore
- Beverages on board (tally sheet; to be paid to the captain)
- Entrance fee for sights not included in the tour price
- Guide and crew gratuities — optional
- Travel and medical insurance
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This e-bike & boat tour in Split and Dubrovnik is suitable for cyclists with a good basic level of fitness. The tours and elevation gain are very manageable with an e-bike. You can expect between 30-60 km (18-37 miles) with 400-700 m (1,310-2,300 ft) of elevation gain per day.
The riding pace is determined by cyclists on e-bikes. Should you take part in this tour on a gravel bike, you should have the necessary physical condition to keep up with this pace.
Only children with good physical condition, previous bicycle tour experience, and a minimum age of 10 can join. Please note that the minimum height for a rental e-bike is 1.50 m (4’9”). Follow-me bikes, bike seats, and bike bungees can also be hired for accompanying children. For more information about your child joining, please contact us.
Want to see what else there is on offer in Croatia? Check out this cycling tour of the Croatian coast, mountain biking along the coast or an active holiday in Croatia.
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Here’s what you’ll need:
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- Comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture wicking or synthetic material
- Helmet (mandatory to wear) — please bring your own, well-fitted helmet, rental ones are limited (reservation required)
- Padded cycling shorts — recommended
- Week’s worth of relaxed leisure clothing
- Swimming gear
- Long-sleeved sweater or sweatshirt
- Waterproof jacket
- Sneakers or sport shoes
- Sunglasses
- Plenty of water, water bottle or hydration bladder
- Daypack with snacks
- Biking gloves are optional but recommended
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, etc.)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Due to safety regulations on the ship, it is not allowed to bring your own e-bike. By renting it with your guides, you will get high-quality, fully serviced rental bikes perfect for the terrain of this tour. You can bring your own bike seat and pedals, and your guides will be happy to assist you in attaching these to your rental bikes.
It is not advisable to bring your own tour bike, as the pace is oriented towards e-bike riders. If you want to bring your own bike on the trip, it’s recommended you bring a bike that meets the technical requirements to keep up the pace with the higher speed of e-bikes. In addition, your bike will need to have good tires (e.g. Gravel Bike or Cyclocross Bike). Before traveling, please check the condition of brakes, gears, and tires as well as bringing repair kits and essential spare parts (e.g. inner tube). Your bike must be in top technical condition. Please keep in mind that transporting your own bike will result in additional costs when flying.
Wearing a helmet is mandatory and it’s recommended you bring your own, well-fitted helmet. Rental helmets are available, but in a limited capacity, so reservation is required should you need it.
E-bikes
All rental e-bikes are high quality pedelecs, most of which are fitted with Bosch motors with extra battery range. They are characterized by their relatively light weight and great components. Some of the fleet is equipped with other motor systems. They are a true set of wings for anyone who needs a little ‘tail wind’ to make their ride that little bit more enjoyable.
Gravel bikes
Gravel and cyclocross rental bikes can be ridden over a variety of terrain. These bikes run perfectly on smooth asphalt surfaces as well as on gravel trails. The frames are extremely robust while still light. The relatively wide tires provide good traction when cycling on loose surfaces. Cyclocross bikes allow for adventurous rides without compromise.
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Group sizes & pricing:
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- Depending on the number of people, there can be between 1 and 3 professional guides per trip.
- It takes a minimum of 14 people aboard a yacht for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 36 people.
- The price of the tour is based on sharing a cabin below deck, but it’s possible to upgrade to a cabin above deck.
- While solo travelers are welcome, please note that a single supplement is mandatory (50% of the tour price, and this depends on availability and season). It’s not possible to join as a solo traveller and share a cabin with another guest. If interested in joining solo, please let us know before booking!
- If not enough participants sign up, your guides reserve the right to cancel the reservation. Your guides will let you know as soon as possible, at least three weeks prior to the start of the trip.
Min. age requirements:
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Only children with a good physical condition, previous bicycle tour experience and a minimum age of 10 can join. Please note that the minimum height for a rental e-bike is 1.50 m (4’9”). Follow-me bikes, bike seats, and bike bungees can also be hired for accompanying children.
- Children up to the age of 16 are eligible for a 200-euro discount (double occupancy). This is not combinable with other discounts. As there’s limited availability, please let us know if you’re interested prior to booking and we’ll get back to you!
If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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Depending on which direction of the tour you choose (Split to Dubrovnik OR Dubrovnik to Split), you can either fly into Split Airport (SPU) or Dubrovnik Airport (DBV).
If you’re boarding the Dubrovnik towards Split e-bike and boat tour, your journey begins between 2 and 2:30pm on Day 1 in Gruž, Dubrovnik’s port.
If you’re boarding the Split towards Dubrovnik e-bike and boat tour, your journey begins between 2 and 2:30pm in Split’s harbor.
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Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
The price of the tour includes the 5 euro SGR Insolvency Protection. This is mandatory consumer contribution called the SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme.
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