Island hopping by bike
CHECK IN: DUBROVNIK
CHECK OUT: DUBROVNIK
Day 1: SATURDAY – Dubrovnik - Arrival
The adventure starts on the very day of your arrival to Dubrovnik, one of the most
attractive cities of the Mediterranean, the centre of contemporary cultural and tourist events with unique political
and cultural history. The captain and the crew will give you a warm welcome. Dinner is served on board.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 2: SUNDAY – Biking in Konavle - Experience the unique natural beauty of the Konavle region
Throughout centuries region of Konavle has managed to maintain a traditional country-type of living along with
many chapels, cloisters, and summer houses that once hosted the Dubrovnik's highclass lords. Bike-tour
excursion will lead you through an oasis of vineyards and olive groves, as well as villages that still reflect the
traditional culture of old Dubrovnik. Our adventure biking program will start from village of Zvekovica with
macadam road towards crossroad to the village of Čilipi. Forrest of cypress trees, vineyards and olive groves
decorate the paths overlooked by the magnificent mountain of Snijeznica, and fortress Soko, dating from the
medieval Dubrovnik Republic. After short break and enjoyable view from tree hut on fertile Konavle valley we
will cycle towards village of Ljuta. You will have the opportunity of discovering old watermill where a local
inhabitant will explain a traditional way of flour making. Enjoy a welcome with local brandy in front of the mill
and snack of local delicacies . After short brake we will return to the ship. Lunch on board. Overnight in
Dubrovnik.
MEALS
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FINISH
ALTITUDE
DISTANCE
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TERRAIN
ACTIVITY TIME
HB and Snack in Konavle
Village of Zvekovica
Village of Ljuta
50 m
17 km
Moderate
Asphalt, macadam
3,5 Hours
Day 3: MONDAY – Biking on National Park Mljet - Discover the hidden island of “ Honey “
Island of Mljet is located on the south of the Adriatic coast in Croatia. This beautiful island is situated south of the
Pelješac peninsula from which it is divided by the Mljet channel. It was discovered by ancient Greco-Roman
geographers, who wrote the first records and descriptions around 6th century BC. Today, portions of the island
are considered a National Park, including the western part of the island, the Big Lake, the Small Lake and Soline
Bay.In the morning, we will sail out on a cruise from Dubrovnik to Pomena, a hidden port on the idyllic island of
Mljet. For many, Mljet retains its legend from the Odyssey and other tales as one of the islands "lost“ at sea, not
easily reached alone. You will have the opportunity to explore this famous historical spot. In the afternoon our
biking exploration tour will begin from port of Pomena towards entrance of the National Park Mljet. You will
explore interesting deep pine forests and untouched nature with hidden paths of National park Mljet while cycling
by two saltwater lakes, the most visited attractions on the island. Overnight stay in the port of Pomena. NOTE:
Entrance to the national park (cca 12€ (90 kn) pp+ cca 2€ (15 kn) pp for the boat across the lake to be paid on
spot.
MEALS
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FINISH
ALTITUDE
DISTANCE
LELVEL OF DIFFICULTY
TERRAIN
ACTIVITY TIME
HB
Port of Pomena
NP Mljet
30 m
14 km
Moderate
Asphalt, macadam
4 Hours
Day 4: TUESDAY – Biking on the island of Hvar - Enjoy in beautiful sandy beaches and many sunshine hours
Hvar is a Croatian island located on Dalmatian coast at the Adriatic. This beautiful island lies between the islands
of Brač and Korčula. Hvar’s location at the center of the Adriatic sailing routes had made this island an important
base for trade throughout the wider Mediterranean in the past. During the middle ages when the Venetians ruled
over most of the Adriatic, Hvar was a very important harbor to them. Today's journey takes you to the small
island settlements, fields and vinyards. We will ride along coastal gravel road from Jelsa towards Vrboska and
than on an old road towards Stari Grad. Stari Grad is one of Croatia's oldest towns dating back to 384BC when it
was a Greek colony called Faros. Riding bicycle around the Stari Grad will offer you the chance to learn about
long and turbulent history of this area. After exploring town, return back to Jelsa. Overnight stay in Jelsa.
MEALS
START
FINISH
ALTITUDE
DISTANCE
LELVEL OF DIFFICULTY
TERRAIN
ACTIVITY TIME
HB
Port of Jelsa
Stari Grad
350 m
26 km
Moderate
Asphalt
4 Hours
Day 5: WEDNESDAY – Biking in Bol and Makarska - Discover narrow stone paved streets and mountain
paths carved in Dalmatian karts
Makarska is a small town situated on the Adratic coastline at the south of Cratia, about 60 km southeast of Split, a
picturesque gem nestled between the mountain of Biokovo and the Adriatic Sea. In the morning, we set sail from
Hvar to the island of Brač, to a place called Bol. The town is famous for its beach ZLATNI RAT (GOLDEN
HORN), a natural phenomenon on the southern coast of the island. Another sandy beach, Bol, is situated one mile
away from the village of Bol with a view of the highest mountain on any of the Adriatic islands, Vidova Gora
(780 meters above the sea level). We will have the opportunity to bike along coast from village of Bol towards the
Golden Horn beach. In the afternoon the ship continues to the Makarska Riviera, to its centre, the city of
Makarska. Our biking tour will start from Makarska along coast towards beautiful bay of Tučepi. After short
break in Tučepi we will head back towards Makarska. Overnight stay in Makarska.
MEALS
START
FINISH
ALTITUDE
DISTANCE
LELVEL OF DIFFICULTY
TERRAIN
ACTIVITY TIME
HB
City of Bol
City of Bol
50 m
7 km
Moderate
Asphalt
1,5 Hours
HB
City of Makarska
Village of Tučepi
50 m
14 km
Moderate
Asphalt
3 Hours
Day 6: THURSDAY – Biking on island of Korčula - Discover the ancient Greek colony “Melaina Corcyra”
Island of Korčula is one of the most inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. Situated in central Dalmatian archipelago it
is separated from the Pelješac peninsula by a narrow strait. According to the legend this beautiful island was founded
by Trojan hero Antenor in the 12th century BC. After breakfast the ship will sail out east, around the island of Hvar
(its east end) and in the afternoon you’ll reach the straight of Pelješac and the town of Korčula, supposedly the
birthplace of Marco Polo. Located on a small headland with Venetian architecture, defensive walls and attractive pan
tiled roofs, Korčula often evokes memories of Dubrovnik. After the lunch our biking tour starts from the village of
Raćišće towards small village of Medvidnjak . Afterwards your bike trail will lead you towards s small village of
Lumbarda. Along your route you will enjoy the beautiful scenery of old stone houses and rich vegetation.With
Korcula's dense woodland and aromatic Mediterranean plants, it’s hard not to imagine you are in some latter-day
Garden of Eden. Lumbarda is small fishermen's village of around 1200 inhabitants. It is situated at the eastern part of
Island of Korcula. The village is built around small bay and on the hills behind it, and is surrounded by large sandy
vineyards. Enjoy some time at leisure to explore the area or take a dip in the refreshing Adriatic Sea. We will cycle
through numerous picturesque parts of Korčula island and then return to the port. Overnight stay in Korčula.
NOTE: Wine tasting optional to be organized.
MEALS
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FINISH
ALTITUDE
DISTANCE
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ACTIVITY TIME
HB
Village of Raćišće
Port of Korčula
150 m
25 km
Moderate
Asphalt
4 hours
Day 7: FRIDAY – Biking on Pelješac Peninsula - Old Roman province of Dalmatia
The Pelješac peninsula is situated in southern Dalmatia between the Bay of Neretva to the north, the Bay of Mali
Ston to the east, the Mljet channel to the south and the Peljesac channel to the west. Pelješac is the second largest
peninsula in Croatia spanning from the east side and the city of Ston to the top of the Lovište cap. The peninsula
is famous for its vineyards and cellars, and especially for its red wines Dingač and Postup (named after the
slopes on the southern side of the peninsula). In the morning with narrow asphalt road our biking tour will start
from the small beautiful village of Trstenik and continue towards picturesque village of Žuljana. Along with
scenic road loacated by the seaside you will pass by old vineyards and cute bays. After arriving in bay of Žuljana
with macadam roads the bicycle tour will continue to the beautiful bay of Vučine and pebbly beach, where you
can swim and enjoy in the clear blue sea. Through hidden uninhabited villages of Račići, Pivćići and Jeići we
will return back to the port of Trstenik. In the late afternoon we will continue to the port of SLANO. Overnight
stay.
MEALS
START
FINISH
ALTITUDE
DISTANCE
LELVEL OF DIFFICULTY
TERRAIN
ACTIVITY TIME
HB
Port of Trstenik
Village of Žuljana
100 m
16 km
Moderate
Asphalt, macadam
3 Hours
Day 8: SATURDAY – Dubrovnik - Departure
After breakfast departure from Slano for all clients with morning flights. Than the boat sails from
Slano to Lopud Island for a swim break. After break we sail below the mighty city walls of the Old
Town and by the magical Lokrum Island to the Port of Gruž for other individual departures. Have a
pleasant journey!