Southern Dalmatia by Bike & Boat

South Dalmatia by Bike &
Boat

Day 1: Trogir (Embarkation) – Island Solta

Individual arrival by car to Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 3.5 mi./6 km away from the harbour of Trogir. After check in on the motor yacht between 2 and 2:30 pm, the first short cruise starts at 3 pm from Trogir to Island of Solta. The first night is spent in a quiet harbour in Solta with the opportunity to take a swim after a day of travel.

Day 2: Island Vis (20 miles / 31 km)

In the 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 2300 years ago. Vis offers a great combination of off-road trails and historical sights and incredible ocean views along the way. We have plenty of time to enjoy the island and spend the night here,

Day 3: Island Korcula (18.5 miles / 30 km)

In the morning we leave the island of Vis by boat and navigate to the harbour town of Veloa Luka on the Island of Korcul. Along the way we throw the anchor for a refreshing swim stop. Korcula is regarded as one of the most scenic islands in the Adriatic, abundant in beautiful landscapes and quaint villages nestled in the green. Once we arrive in Vela Luka we can enjoy a round tour on our bikes following a combination of wide gravel paths and asphalt road along the northern coast of the island before looping back and enjoying a flow trail south of the harbour back down to boat. The night is spent in Vela Luka.

Day 4: Hvar – Stari Grad – Jelsa – Stari Grad (14 + 12 miles / 22+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.

Day 5: Brac Island: Milna – Postira (18 miles / 29 km)

In the morning we cruise to the port of Milna on the island of Brac. Once we arrive on Brac, we start our bike tour from Milna, starting on the road and later turning off onto gravel tracks. Towards the end we enjoy a nice trail section before joining the road again down to the harbor town of Postira. On arrival in Postira there are many ways in which to enjoy the rest of the afternoon. The night is spent in the quiet harbour of Postira.

Day 6: Bike tour around Split or rafting (20 km /12 miles)

During the breakfast the boat brings us to the city of Split. 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 the heart of Split. The rafting group will be picked up from the boat by bus and are taken to Omis 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 afterwards. Bikers will enjoy a short but scenic ride including some nice trails through the green heart of Split 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.

Day 7: Šolta island – Trogir 12.5 miles / 20 km

In the morning, we once more cruise to the island of Solta, where there will be opportunity to take a part in a ride with a visitation to the local beekeeper Goran. Goran has true passion for bees and has worked with them his whole life. He teaches about the importance of bees and allows all his guests to try the delicious bee products. Our trails are lined with dry stone walls, numerous olive groves, locust bean, and fig trees. After our bike ride, we return to the boat to enjoy our last crossing, past the cliffs of Ciovo island and back to Trogir. The last evening aboard is celebrated in traditional fashion in the company of our fellow travellers and guides.

Day 8: Trogir (Disembarkation) or extension

After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Dalmatia/Croatia.

Premium Boat San Snova

The wooden motor cruiser San Snova, 31 x 8 m in size. This magnificent construction took shape over the course of three years and sets a milestone in the boat building scene in Croatia as it is the last wooden boat of its kind to be built there.

TECHNICAL INFO:

Launched: 2009
Length: 31 m
Wide: 8 m

THE CABINS

The 14 cabins are between 9-14 m², and are equipped with shower/WC, hair dryer and air conditioning. Double beds are 200 x 140 cm, twin beds: 200 x 90 cm

SERVICE

Bedding as well as emptying of the dustbin, fresh towels at mid-week

THE DECKS

Two masts, sunbeds and mats on the sundeck, big tables and chairs on deck in the shade

LANGUAGES ON BOARD

German, English

Note: occasionally (2025 on every date you see) this tour takes place parallel to our MTB–Tour on the same boat. This is perfect for travelers who wish to spend their holiday together, but do not share the same riding preference.

This itinerary is offered in the following three ways:
The E-Bike tour is a Deluxe Tour with top-quality accommodation. See here.
The Hybrid-Bike & Boat tour.
The MTBike & Boat tour takes place on both boats (not on every date). The Mountain Bikers will follow their own guide in a separate group from the Hybrid or E-Bikers.