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Discover Croatia’s epic coastline and islands on this beginner-friendly guided mountain biking and sailing trip! Take in Croatia’s breathtaking nature and stunning shores, and explore ancient Greek settlements, old Dalmatian monasteries, and WWII monuments on some of Europe’s most scenic mountain biking trails. Unwind on Croatia’s finest beaches and party hubs, taste local wines and delicacies, and sleep on a catamaran under the starry Mediterranean skies!
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Please note that this itinerary is subject to change based on weather and other conditions. However, your guide will make sure to give you the best experience possible no matter what! Keep in mind that the itinerary is fully adaptable, this is just a suggestion.
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Make your way to Trogir, Dalmatia, and start your week-long adventure! Have lunch before embarking on your sailing trip to the island of Brač. After a safety briefing, board your catamaran and head for Milna, a traditional Dalmatian village on the island. Spend the afternoon sightseeing and enjoy a traditional dinner by the seaside.
Today your guide will take you on a trial run to assess your skill and fitness level. You’ll ride for 10 miles/15 km with an elevation up to 1640 ft/ 500 m.
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Head out for a 12-mile (20 km) bike ride from Milna to Blaca bay. The ride starts as a challenging uphill, but turns into a nice, rocky singletrack. Halfway down the trail, you’ll visit a 500-year-old monastery called the Blaca hermitage, a stunning landmark crafted fully in stone by monks. The ride ends on a beautiful beach, where a boat will be waiting for you.
After a swim break, depart to the island of Hvar, where you’ll spend the night in Stari Grad, an ancient Greek settlement and the oldest town in Croatia.
You’ll ride 12-30 miles/20-50 km depending on the weather conditions and groups preferences.
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Today, you’ll ride the trail from Stari Grad to the town of Hvar, cycling across UNESCO-protected ancient Greek fields. Your sailboat will wait for you in a bay nearby. The town of Hvar is one of Croatia’s best-known party hot spots. Spend the night there, or head directly for the island of Vis.
You’ll ride 12-30 miles/20-50 km depending on the weather conditions and groups preferences.
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After a filling breakfast, choose how to spend day 5. You can ride hard (not recommended if you partied hard the night before), or take it easy and visit the world-famous Stiniva beach, located in a picturesque cove surrounded by massive cliffs. Afterwards, you can choose to visit one of the many post-WWII bunkers on the island before heading out to do some evening wine tasting.
You’ll ride 12-30 miles/20-50 km depending on the weather conditions and groups preferences.
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Back to Brač! Brač is the highest island in the Adriatic, and today you’re going straight to the top! After a difficult uphill, ride some nice and long technicals. On your way back to the boat, visit a welcoming local family for some olive oil and wine tasting. Indulge in a local dinner there before heading back to your boat.
You’ll ride 12-30 miles/20-50 km depending on the weather conditions and groups preferences.
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One of the options for today is to head to Omiš, an ancient pirate town and Dalmatia’s MTB mecca! Here you can ride some terrific trails, enjoy thrilling rides. and drink one of the best beers in Croatia. Alternatively, this day can be taken into a totally different direction—Čiovo and Korčula, visits to these are possible as well! You’ll discuss this with your guide and your team once onboard.
You’ll ride 12-30 miles/20-50 km depending on the weather conditions and groups preferences.
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From Omiš, ride to Split or the medieval town of Trogir, depending on how fit you feel. If you’re up for it, you can take an optional bike ride to Čiovo, an island near Trogir, or explore Marjan hill, a 400-ft (123 m) high forest park with breathtaking panoramic views of Split and its surroundings.
You’ll ride 12-30 miles/20-50 km depending on the weather conditions and groups preferences.
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Disembark from your sailboat and head back to the airport. If you are going back to Zagreb and you want to see some epic waterfalls, stop by Plitvička Jezera, the most famous national park in Croatia. If you’re still in the mood for adventure, Zagreb has several mountain biking trails and a myriad of tourist attractions in the city!
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What you get on this adventure:
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- Two experienced MTB guides with extensive local knowledge of the area
- An experienced skipper
- Six days of mountain biking
- Accommodation on a spacious sailboat (Aura 51 or Saba 50) for 7 days
- Traditional Croatian breakfast on board every day
- 4 cooked meals (The group has 4 cooked meals included and they can choose the ratio of lunches and dinners. For example, 3 dinners and 1 lunch.)
- Fruit, snacks, and water for daily outings
- Water and juice on board
- Welcome drinks (local wine and craft beer)
- Sheets and towels
- Harbor fees
- Boat fuel
What’s not included:
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- Bicycle and helmet rentals (available for an additional fee)
- Transportation from Zagreb to Trogir and back (available for an additional fee)
- Alcoholic beverages onboard (apart from welcome drinks)
- Transfer from airport to marina
- Some meals
- Travel and medical insurance — optional, but highly recommended
- Guide gratuities — optional, 10-15% recommended
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Renting a charter boat means you have the freedom to make your own schedule and go wherever the wind and desire take you. Charter offers additional flexibility and custom itinerary adapted to your group, as well as a chance to upgrade to a bigger sailboat. You will either board the Saba 50 or the Aura 51 sailboat, both accommodating 8 guests throughout 4 double cabins.
Your guides and skipper will help you create an itinerary that suits your travel needs and wishes. They will handle the boat for you and recommend routes and places to visit. They know where you can anchor and get supplies, find privacy or enjoy the Croatian party scene.
Let us know which dates work best for you and we will give you an estimate of the prices and options for that period. Prior to payment, we will send you a charter agreement and corresponding invoice. The price includes a skipper, two guides, fuel, harbor fees, cleaning, sheets and towels, breakfasts, 4 warm meals, and fruit, water and snacks for daily outings. There will be a fridge onboard filled with food you’ll eat for breakfast.
The final price of the tour depends on the chosen dates, possible upgrades and add-ons. Invite your family and friends who also love boating and reduce the cost per person!
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This tour is beginner-friendly in terms of mountain biking, but at least some experience riding on gravel roads is a must, as well as a decent fitness level. You will need to be able to bike consistently on varied and sometimes steep terrain. Even the beginner tours will take you up to a height of 200 to 500 m (650-1,650 ft) above sea level. Remember, there’s no rush, and in case the trail is too challenging for you, you can always push your bike.
You will need to be able to bike consistently on varied and sometimes steep terrain on gravel roads. This tour will teach you all about Croatian undulation—you’re always either climbing or descending, with little to no flat ground.
First day, your guide will take you on a 10-mile/15-km trial tour to test your skills and fitness levels. The rest of the week, you will ride for 12-30 miles/20-50 km daily. You can also rent an e-bike to make things significantly easier!
There are rides ranging from natural blue to double black diamond trails. With two experienced guides, you can explore different types and levels of biking trails in the area. Split into two groups and mix & match the routes according to your skill and preference!
If you want to take a day or two off, feel free to stay on the catamaran or go on another outdoor adventure like hiking or kayaking (not included in the cost of the trip).
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It is preferable you have some basic mountain biking experience, like riding on gravel roads. However, if you know how to cycle (this is a must) and have an adventurous spirit, your guide will explain the different mountain bike techniques and body positions to get you feeling comfortable on the trail. And as there will be two guides onboard, you can split into two groups according to your skill and preference. Another option is that you simply spend the day on the boat or explore the islands on foot on your own. Also consider renting an e-bike, which will make things a lot easier!
If you’d prefer riding on paved roads, E-Bike and Sail Along the Croatian Coastline might just be what you were looking for. It’s an adventure led by the same guides, where you’ll get to visit the same islands as with this tour.
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Yes! You can come with your friends and family and enjoy the Dalmatian coast together. Your children or other members of the family that don’t mountain bike can stay on the boat and relax under the Mediterranean sun or explore the shore on foot while you ride. There’s no age minimum if you’re coming on a private tour.
In case your family would rather pedal along paved roads, check out our Cycle and Sail tour in Croatia!
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Dalmatia’s mild Mediterranean climate boasts perfect weather year-round. Tours are scheduled to fit with the seasons and ideal cycling conditions. When the weather does not cooperate, your guide will know the correct course of action to take. Whether that’s shifting to a more favorable location or postponing until conditions approve, your guide will know just what to do. In the event of predictably bad weather, you will be contacted prior to the trip to discuss suitable alternatives.
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Here’s what you’ll need:
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- Biking helmet — rental available
- Comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture-wicking or synthetic material, for a week of mountain biking
- Mountain bike or e-bike — rental available
- Spare clothes
- Beachware and a bathing suit
- Sneakers or sport shoes
- Light rain jacket
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle or hydration bladder
- Biking gloves are optional but recommended
- Personal toiletries (including sunscreen)
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.
Regarding laundry, you can wash your clothes by hand on the boat or you can pay for laundry service on one of the islands.
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Don’t worry about transporting your bikes to Croatia! You can either rent a mountain bike or an e-bike with your guides, but we warmly suggest renting an e-bike—this is your vacation, and you should enjoy it without overdoing it. But your guide will still keep you challenged, no worries about that!
You can rent a standard aluminium bike (Giant Trance 1.5 27,5”) for an added fee of around $350 USD per week. A premium high-end carbon 29” enduro bike is also available upon request, such as Santa Cruz Hightower, S-Works Stumpjumper or Orbea Rallon.
If you’d like to make the tour easier, Focus Sam² 6.8 29″ e-bike can be rented for $560 USD per week. Premium e-bikes are available upon request, such as Specialized Turbo Levo, S-Works Turbo Levo or Santa Cruz Heckler. With an e-bike, you will be able to climb almost any hill with ease.
If you’re interested, please contact us.
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Group sizes and prices:
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- It takes a minimum of 2 participants for this tour to run. The maximum number of participants is 8 people for both Saba 50 and Aura 51.
- This is a group tour, but private tours and tours for larger groups can be arranged, just contact us!
- If you’re a solo traveler, you’re very welcome to join the tour, but you will have to book the whole cabin and pay the single supplement fee.
- It takes a minimum of 2 participants for this tour to run. The maximum number of participants is 8 people for both Saba 50 and Aura 51.
Min. age requirements:
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- For group tours, if you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- There is no age minimum for private tours, though, so if you’d love to bring your young ones along, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements!
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Aura 51 is one of the most luxurious and modern catamarans in the Adriatic, considered a floating five-star hotel. It’s a spacious and comfortable sailboat, offering a wonderful opportunity to have the most relaxing experience on sea—there is privacy between the saloon, front or rear deck, and the lounge deck. Aura 51 is a fully equipped sailboat, and it promises an unforgettable experience! There are 6 cabins all together (accommodating up to 8 guests throughout 4 double cabins with ensuite bathrooms, and your guides and the crew in the 2 smaller middle cabins), so you can be sure that there will also be plenty of space for chilling and hanging out.
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Fountaine Pajot Saba is a beautiful, spacious sailboat, the perfect sanctuary after a day of exploration. With 6 cabins onboard, there’s space for 8 participants in 4 double cabins with ensuite bathrooms, while the 2 smaller middle cabins are occupied by your guides and the crew. The sailboat features a well-equipped kitchen and a cozy living area, making you feel right at home on the water. Though Saba is an older version of Aura 51, it’s refitted every year to ensure it remains luxurious and comfortable.
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To get to the start of this tour, most people fly into Split Airport and take a taxi or bus to Trogir about 10-15 minutes away. Other options include Franjo Tudman Airport in Zagreb and Dubrovnik Airport, both about 3.5 hours away from Trogir,.
You will meet your guide and check in at the SCT Marina Trogir at 4pm on Day 1. The sailboat will return to the Trogir harbor at 5pm on the last night. Checkout is at 9am on the last day.
If you choose to arrive in Zagreb, you can spend your first day exploring Medvednica by bike. On your last day, you can go back to Zagreb and visit National park Plitvička jezera along the way or fly back from Dubrovnik.
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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!
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