Bike & Boat

Pearls of Dalmatia · Croatia

From 1499 €

Blue-Sea-Discount

Islandhopping
Cycling Tours
Rad & Schiff Perlen Dalmatiens | Geführte Radreise in Kroatien

Route
from Split / to Dubrovnik

Duration
8 days /
7 nights

Distance
approx.
200 km

Level 4 / 5

Level 1 / 5
Cycling tours through predominantly flat terrain, mostly on paved bike paths or well-maintained roads. Suitable for cyclists who can handle several-hour-long bike tours.

Level 2 / 5
Cycling tours through gently rolling terrain with ascents of up to approximately 150 meters. Mostly on paved bike paths and low-traffic roads. Suitable for cyclists who enjoy multi-hour tours and can confidently handle descents.

Level 3 / 5
Cycling tours through hilly terrain with longer ascents of up to approximately 250 meters. Mostly on paved roads, occasionally on unpaved gravel paths. Suitable for cyclists who ride regularly and can confidently navigate varying surface conditions.

Level 4 / 5
Cycling tours through hilly to mountainous terrain with some steeper ascents of up to approximately 400 meters. Requires confident riding on winding descents, uneven asphalt, and occasionally gravel paths. Suitable for experienced cyclists accustomed to longer daily stages.

Level 5 / 5
Cycling tours through mountainous terrain with demanding ascents exceeding 500 meters. Requires excellent bike handling, even on descents with steep hairpin turns and unpaved paths. Suitable for highly experienced cyclists accustomed to challenging routes.

By Bike & Boat Through an Island Paradise Full of UNESCO Highlights

If you would like to experience the region of South Dalmatia in all its glory as well as Dubrovnik with its amazing city walls, this Bike & Boat tour is an excellent choice for you! Discover this sparsely populated area of Croatia on board a charming motor yacht. Breath-taking scenic experiences and cultural attractions await you. The highlights of the trip include the town centre of Dubrovnik and Split, both of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We cycle the islands of Mljet, Lastovo, Korčula, Hvar, and Brač and get the opportunity to experience sea and land, culture, and nature first-hand. The direction of this tour alternates each week.

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Highlights

Culture: The Old Town of Split built into Diocletian's Palace

Nature: Mljet Island and its salt lakes

Activity: A walk to the Spanish Fortress on Hvar

Culinary: Enjoy many delicious varieties of ice cream in Jelsa!

Souvenir: Olive oil and honey from Dalmatia

Itinerary

Split - Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik - Split

Individual journey to Split. Check-in on board starts between 2 and 2.30 pm at Split harbour. At about 4.30 pm, a guided city tour offers us the chance to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and to learn about its transformation into the city which it has become. The boat will spend the night in Split offering you an opportunity to experience the city by night.

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 cycle along the picturesque northern coastline of the island from Postira to Milna. Before descending to Milna to meet the boat, we can enjoy wonderful views across the Dalmatian islands. We board the boat and enjoy a relaxing cruise and replenishing lunch on our way to the artist’s town of Stari Grad on the Island of Hvar. On arrival we can participate in a second bike ride 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.

Today’s cycling tour leads us from Stari Grad to the capital city of Hvar on the opposite side of the Island. Our cycle tour leads us through the untamed lavender fields of the island and small villages all the while accompanied by incredible views across the Dalmatian coastline. On arrival, make use of the time and go for a little stroll through the city of Hvar before boarding the boat. Standing on the magnificent Renaissance Square you can enjoy a view up to the Spanish fortress towering high above the city. We board the boat for lunch and cruise to the harbor town of Vela Luka on the Island of Korčula for the night.

Today’s cycle tour leads us across the charming island of Korčula all the way to Korčula city. A mild Mediterranean climate and a broad variety of different landscapes await us here. Take your time and remember to take a break to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighboring islands. The picturesque town of Korčula with its fishbone alleyways competes with Venice for the honor of being the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. It is here that we spend the night and enjoy a guided city tour packed with fascinating anecdotes concerning the history of the city and the island.

In the morning we depart the bustling city of Korcula and make our way to the tranquil island of Lastovo. On our way we enjoy a swim stop directly from the boat and a delicious lunch before we set off to explore the island on our bikes. The island is one of the smaller inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. The Emperor Augustus appreciated the mild climate, and in Roman times it was even named “Augusta Insula” after him. The population of just over 800 still lives mainly from fishing in the waters rich in fish, agriculture and viticulture. The gold-coloured white wine “Marastina”, known even beyond Croatia’s borders, is grown here. A peaceful night in a secluded natural harbor is spent under a starry night sky.

In the morning we enjoy breakfast during a cruise to the green island of Mljet. Green because 70 % of its landmass is covered by woodland making it the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Homer mentioned this lovely island in his epic poem “Odyssey”. He made it a home for the Nymph Calypso and the legendary Greek king Odysseus, who could not resist Calypso and stayed on Mljet for seven years. After a refreshing swim stop from the boat and lunch on board we arrive in the harbor of Pomena and enjoy a round tour on our bikes through the Mljet National Park in the afternoon. The night is spent in the harbor or Pomena.

From Pomena, we cycle the length of this wonderfully vegetated island, enjoying the shade of the trees along the way. Our boat waits for us in the harbour of Sobra where we embark and enjoy the last cruise of the week with our destination being the grand city of Dubrovnik. After arrival in Dubrovnik there is plenty of time to explore the UNESCO world Heritage city and to take part on a guided city tour. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives you time to celebrate the success of the week with fellow travelers and tour guides.

After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual journey home or extended stay in Croatia.

Individual journey to Dubrovnik. Check-in on board starts between 2 and 2.30 pm at Gruž, the town port. At about 4.30 pm, a guided tour through Dubrovnik is offered, where we hear some interesting details of the town’s history and visit the most impressive sites. The boat will spend the night in Gruž providing the opportunity to experience Dubrovnik’s nightlife.

In the morning we cross over to the nearby island of Šipan. Šipan is the largest of the Elaphiti Islands, yet still humble in size. A great place for our first bike tour and to get used to riding in a group. After our first tour we board the boat and enjoy a cruise to the green island of Mljet. Green because 70 % of its landmass is covered by woodland making it the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Homer mentioned this lovely island in his epic poem “Odyssey”. He made it a home for the Nymph Calypso and the legendary Greek king Odysseus, who could not resist Calypso and stayed on Mljet for seven years. We arrive in the harbor of Pomena and enjoy a round tour on our bikes through the Mljet National Park. The night is spent in the harbor of Pomena.

In the morning our ship takes us to the Island of Lastovo. The island is one of the smaller inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. The Emperor Augustus appreciated the mild climate, and in Roman times it was even named “Augusta Insula” after him. Today’s cycle tour takes us across this beautiful island. The gold-coloured white wine “Marastina”, known even beyond Croatia’s borders, is grown here. Back at the boat it’s time to cast off! A crossing takes us over to the island of Korčula, regarded as one of the most beautiful islands in Dalmatia. The Picturesque town of Korčula with it’s fishbone alleyways competes with Venice for the honor of being the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. It is here that we spend the night and enjoy a guided city tour packed with fascinating anecdotes concerning the history of the city and the island.

Today’s cycle tour leads us across the charming island of Korčula. A mild Mediterranean climate and a broad variety of different landscapes accompany us on the tour today. Take your time, and remember to take a break to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighboring islands. Dinner is served on board to replenish our strength after an active day. Overnight stay in the sheltered by of Vela Luka.

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 and we board the boat for lunch. The afternoon can be used to explore the artistic seaside town and to visit the local galleries or museums. The night is spent in Stari Grad.

In the morning we start on a scenic bike tour from Stari Grad to the harbor of Jelsa and back. Jelsa is the perfect place for some ice cream and a coffee and on the way back to the boat we pass through the picturesque town of Vrboska and cycle through the ancient Greek plains which are now a protected UNESCO heritage site. On arrival in Stari Grad we board the boat for lunch and cruise to the island of Brač. The Island is 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. During the cruise we can stop for a refreshing swim stop directly from the boat before arriving in the harbor town of Milna. We will spend the afternoon and evening here.

Today’s bike tour leads us along the northern coastline of Brač from Milna to Postira with beautiful views across the Dalmatian Islands and across to the mainland. Then, for the last time in an eventful week, we enjoy the cruise to the UNESCO world heritage city of Split. A guided city tour offers us the chance to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and to learn about its transformation into the city which it has become. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives you time to celebrate the success of the week with fellow travelers and tour guides.

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

Accommodation

Romantica (Premium Class)

The Romantica is a beautiful steel motor yacht whose name perfectly describes the atmosphere on board – seafaring romanticism combined with modern day amenities. Close attention to detail plays a key role on board the Romantica.

The saloon and the outdoor deck areas are furnished in style with many decorative details. For example the dining tables in the saloon with wooden inlays of nautical symbols and the accompanying upholstered benches in sun-yellow leather. The sundeck provides comfortable sunning mats and a number of shaded seating areas on the ships deck are perfect places to rejuvenate…

Rental Bikes

Our Hybrid Bikes

For our hybrid bike tours, we use reliable, low maintenance hybrid bikes with aluminum frames in various sizes. Twenty years of experience in bike tourism has given us the knowledge and confidence to select the right components for the requirements of an Islandhopping tour. Our bikes ensure a carefree riding experience for our cycling enthusiasts.…

Our E-Bikes

All our 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 our fleet are equipped with other motor systems. With an Islandhopping e-bike, you will be able to climb almost any hill with ease. They are a true set of wings for anyone who needs a little ‘tail wind’ to make their ride that little bit more enjoyable. …

Islandhopping Pannier

For the duration of the tour we supply you with a waterproof pannier by Ortlieb, a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc. To ensure that bike panniers remain water proof they have to be closed tight.

The use of our Islandhopping panniers is free of charge.

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Our Hybrid Bikes
Our E-Bikes
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Services, Dates & Prices

The below calendar lists the basic cruise price per person. The final cruise price depends on cabin type, cabin occupancy and any additional optional services. The prices for additional optional services are listed below the travel calendar. The green checkmark indicates that the trip is secured.

Time Period	Tour	Country	Accommodation	Route	Availability	Price from The final price is dependent on the type of cabin, the number of guests staying in the cabin and any additional services booked.
May 2025
02.05. Comfirmed departure 02.05. – 09.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	fully booked	-	on waiting list
09.05. Comfirmed departure 09.05. – 16.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	< 3 Cabins left	1749,00 €	secure last spots
30.05. Comfirmed departure 30.05. – 06.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	fully booked	-	on waiting list
23.05. Comfirmed departure 23.05. – 30.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	fully booked	-	on waiting list
16.05. Comfirmed departure 16.05. – 23.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	fully booked	-	on waiting list
June 2025
13.06. Comfirmed departure 13.06. – 20.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	< 3 Cabins left	1999,00 €	secure last spots
06.06. Comfirmed departure 06.06. – 13.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	< 3 Cabins left	2249,00 €	secure last spots
27.06. Comfirmed departure 27.06. – 04.07.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1999,00 €	To Booking
20.06. Comfirmed departure 20.06. – 27.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1999,00 €	To Booking
July 2025
04.07. Comfirmed departure 04.07. – 11.07.	Bike & Boat -150 Euro Blue Sea Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1999,00 €	To Booking
18.07. Comfirmed departure 18.07. – 25.07.	Bike & Boat -150 Euro Blue Sea Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1499,00 €	To Booking
25.07. Comfirmed departure 25.07. – 01.08.	Bike & Boat -150 Euro Blue Sea Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1499,00 €	To Booking
11.07. Comfirmed departure 11.07. – 18.07.	Bike & Boat -150 Euro Blue Sea Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1749,00 €	To Booking
August 2025
01.08. Comfirmed departure 01.08. – 08.08.	Bike & Boat 150 Euro Summer Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	fully booked	-	on waiting list
15.08. Comfirmed departure 15.08. – 22.08.	Bike & Boat 150 Euro Summer Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1749,00 €	To Booking
08.08. Comfirmed departure 08.08. – 15.08.	Bike & Boat 150 Euro Summer Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1499,00 €	To Booking
29.08. Comfirmed departure 29.08. – 05.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	fully booked	-	on waiting list
22.08. Comfirmed departure 22.08. – 29.08.	Bike & Boat -150 Euro Blue Sea Discount Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1999,00 €	To Booking
September 2025
19.09. Comfirmed departure 19.09. – 26.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	fully booked	-	on waiting list
12.09. Comfirmed departure 12.09. – 19.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	fully booked	-	on waiting list
05.09. Comfirmed departure 05.09. – 12.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	fully booked	-	on waiting list
October 2025
10.10. Comfirmed departure 10.10. – 17.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	< 3 Cabins left	1999,00 €	secure last spots
24.10. Comfirmed departure 24.10. – 31.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1499,00 €	To Booking
17.10. Comfirmed departure 17.10. – 24.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1749,00 €	To Booking
03.10. Comfirmed departure 03.10. – 10.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	fully booked	-	on waiting list
April 2026
10.04. Comfirmed departure 10.04. – 17.04.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
24.04. Comfirmed departure 24.04. – 01.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
17.04. Comfirmed departure 17.04. – 24.04.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
May 2026
29.05. Comfirmed departure 29.05. – 05.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
22.05. Comfirmed departure 22.05. – 29.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
01.05. Comfirmed departure 01.05. – 08.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1849,00 €	To Booking
08.05. Comfirmed departure 08.05. – 15.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1849,00 €	To Booking
15.05. Comfirmed departure 15.05. – 22.05.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
June 2026
12.06. Comfirmed departure 12.06. – 19.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
05.06. Comfirmed departure 05.06. – 12.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
26.06. Comfirmed departure 26.06. – 03.07.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1849,00 €	To Booking
19.06. Comfirmed departure 19.06. – 26.06.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
July 2026
24.07. Comfirmed departure 24.07. – 31.07.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
03.07. Comfirmed departure 03.07. – 10.07.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1849,00 €	To Booking
10.07. Comfirmed departure 10.07. – 17.07.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
17.07. Comfirmed departure 17.07. – 24.07.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
31.07. Comfirmed departure 31.07. – 07.08.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
August 2026
07.08. Comfirmed departure 07.08. – 14.08.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
21.08. Comfirmed departure 21.08. – 28.08.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	2099,00 €	To Booking
28.08. Comfirmed departure 28.08. – 04.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	2349,00 €	To Booking
14.08. Comfirmed departure 14.08. – 21.08.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1849,00 €	To Booking
September 2026
04.09. Comfirmed departure 04.09. – 11.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	2349,00 €	To Booking
11.09. Comfirmed departure 11.09. – 18.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	2349,00 €	To Booking
25.09. Comfirmed departure 25.09. – 02.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	2349,00 €	To Booking
18.09. Comfirmed departure 18.09. – 25.09.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	2349,00 €	To Booking
October 2026
23.10. Comfirmed departure 23.10. – 30.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1599,00 €	To Booking
02.10. Comfirmed departure 02.10. – 09.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	fully booked	-	on waiting list
09.10. Comfirmed departure 09.10. – 16.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Split bis Dubrovnik	available	1849,00 €	To Booking
16.10. Comfirmed departure 16.10. – 23.10.	Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia	Croatia	Romantica	Dubrovnik bis Split	available	1849,00 €	To Booking

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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 (lunch can also be a picnic)
Guided cycling tours as described in the itinerary
City tour in Dubrovnik, Korčula, and Split
Bed linen and towels
English speaking tour guide

Journey to Dubrovnik/from Split (or vice versa)
Flat rate for water and tourist taxes 60 euro per person / 30 euro per child up to age 16 (to be paid to the captain)
Beverages on board (tally sheet; to be paid on board)
Meals and beverages ashore
Entrance fee for sights are not included in the tour price
Travelling by car: public guarded parking (Dubrovnik/prices displayed on site)
Tips for crew and tour guides
SGR Insolvency protection (5€ per person)

⇒ SGR Insolvency protection (mandatory consumer contribution SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme: € 5 per person - will be specified separately on the booking confirmation)

Surcharge for a cabin above deck	250 euro per person
Surcharge for a double cabin for single use below deck (limited)	50% surcharge on the tour base price
Surcharge for a double cabin for single use above deck (limited)	50% surcharge on the above deck cabin price (tour base price + above deck surcharge x 1,5)
Special dietary requests (lactose free / gluten free / vegan)	70 euro per person (payment on board)
Rental bike with Ortlieb pannier	E-bike: 245 euro/week Hybrid bicycle: 80 euro/week
Limited liability protection in the event of theft and damage of the rental bike (not insured: grossly negligent damages)	E-bike: 30 euro/week Hybrid bicycle: 20 euro/week
All-round carefree package (arrival by car)	Prices and Information see: Motorist Care-Free Package (Dubrovnik - Split)
Transfer between Dubrovnik airport and Gruž harbour in Dubrovnik (min. 2 people, on embarkation and disembarkation days only - minimum 2 persons)	35 euro per person
Transfer between Split harbour and Split Airport (min. 2 people, on embarkation and disembarkation days only - minimum 2 persons)	45 euro per person
Exclusive transfers	Prices on request
Additional nights (B&B) in Dubrovnik or Split	Prices and information see: Additional Nights Dubrovnik Additional Nights Split

Journey to Dubrovnik/from Split (or vice versa)
Tourist taxes and Basic-drink-package (drinking water, tea and filter coffee):
80 euro/person. For children up to age 16: 40 euro/person (to be paid to the captain)
Beverages on board (tally sheet; to be paid on board)
Meals and beverages ashore
Entrance fee for sights are not included in the tour price
Travelling by car: public guarded parking (Dubrovnik/prices displayed on site)
Tips for crew and tour guides
SGR Insolvency protection (5€ per person)

⇒ SGR Insolvency protection (mandatory consumer contribution SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme: € 5 per person - will be specified separately on the booking confirmation)

Surcharge for a cabin above deck	250 euro per person
Surcharge for a double cabin for single use below deck (limited)	50% surcharge on the tour base price
Surcharge for a double cabin for single use above deck (limited)	50% surcharge on the above deck cabin price (tour base price + above deck surcharge x 1,5)
Special dietary requests (lactose free / gluten free / vegan)	70 euro per person (payment on board)
Rental bike with Ortlieb pannier	E-bike: 252 euro/week Hybrid bicycle: 80 euro/week
Limited liability protection in the event of theft and damage of the rental bike (not insured: grossly negligent damages)	E-bike: 28 euro/week Hybrid bicycle: 14 euro/week
All-round carefree package (arrival by car)	Prices and Information see: Motorist Care-Free Package (Dubrovnik - Split)
Transfer between Dubrovnik airport and Gruž harbour in Dubrovnik (min. 2 people, on embarkation and disembarkation days only - minimum 2 persons)	On request
Transfer between Split harbour and Split Airport (min. 2 people, on embarkation and disembarkation days only - minimum 2 persons)	On request
Exclusive transfers	On request
Additional nights (B&B) in Dubrovnik or Split	Prices and information see: Additional Nights Dubrovnik Additional Nights Split

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).
Children up to the age of 16 receive a discount of 200 euro on the tour base price (double occupancy, not combinable with other discounts). When travelling with children, we recommend our Multi-Adventure Tours in Greece and Croatia which are specifically curated for families and offer family-friendly pricing.
If this is your second Islandhopping tour booked directly with us, you will receive our Welcome-back-discount of 3% on the basic tour price.
If this is your third or more Islandhopping tour booked directly with us, you will receive our Loyalty-discount of 5% on the basic tour price.

Arrival - How to get there

Port of Embarkation Split or Dubrovnik

Your embarkation harbour will vary between Split and Dubrovnik, depending on the direction of your tour. Please check your booking confirmation for the harbour relevant to your tour.

Embarkation, will take place between 2:00 and 2:30 pm.

Arrival by car to Split or Dubrovnik

Adress for Navigation System Split:

Obala kneza Domagoja, 21000, Split, Croatia

Adress for Navigation System Dubrovnik:

Obala Stjepana Radića 39, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia

If you are planning on arriving by car, we have a special care-free package available with a prearranged place to park your car, a transfer to the boat as well as well as transport back to your car at the end of your Islandhopping tour. This must be arranged in advance. Prices and more informations can be found under under following links.

Care-Free Package Split-Dubrovnik Care-Free Package Dubrovnik-Split

Arrival by plane

Airport Split:

Split Airport (SPU) is situated about 23 km from Split Port

Airport Dubrovnik:

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is situated about 15 km from the port of Gruz in Dubrovnik, your port of embarkation. Please make sure that your flight arrives not later than 2:30 pm if you want to participate at our guided tour through Dubrovnik.

From the airport to the harbour

You can take a taxi from the airport to the boat (Split Airport– Split Habour: approx. 20 euro/direction; Airport Dubrovnik – Harbour Gruz in Dubrovnik: approx. 40 euro/direction).

Exclusive airport transfers between Split Airport and Split Port or Dubrovnik airport and the port of Gruž in Dubrovnik are available on request. Prices can be found under “additional bookable services”. If you would like an exclusive airport transfer, please contact our office by email or phone: Contact us!

Embarkation
by car
by plane
Airport - Harbour

If you would like to extend your trip

Additional nights in Dubrovnik

We would be happy to arrange additional nights with breakfast in Dubrovnik. The medieval city of Dubrovnik is like an open-air museum and is certainly at the top if the list of places to visit in the Mediterranean. The true charm of the city can be found in the historic old town which was built on a headland and has been UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. The monumental city walls protect the cultural treasures which lie within.

Aerial view of Dubrovnik old town and city walls

Additional nights in Split

We are happy to arrange additional nights with breakfast in the historical city centre of Split. The city of Split with its legendary Diocletian Palace is located about 30 km from Trogir and is definitely worth a visit. Incredible cultural treasures blend with lively city life and the long promenade, excellent shopping facilities and great restaurants will leave a lasting impression on you.

Motorist Care-Free Package
for all tours starting from Dubrovnik

If you are planning on arriving by car, we have a special care-free package available. This includes a prearranged place to park your car, transport to Dubrovnik as well as a transfer back to your car at the end of the journey.

Motorist Care-Free Package
for all tours starting from Split

If you are planning on arriving by car, we have a special care-free package available with a prearranged place to park your car, a transfer to the boat in Split as well as well as transport from Dubrovnik back to your car in Kaštel Stari at the end of your Islandhopping tour.

Additional nights Dubrovnik
Additional nights Split
Care-Free Package 1
Care-Free Package 2

Important information

LEVEL 4 / 5
Cycling tours through hilly to mountainous terrain with some steeper ascents of up to approximately 400 meters. Requires confident riding on winding descents, uneven asphalt, and occasionally gravel paths. Suitable for experienced cyclists accustomed to longer daily stages.

Distance:
28 - 60 km per day

Elevation:
200 - 500 meters of elevation per day

Road condition:
The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday periods. On the island of Hvar, a short section runs along unpaved gravel and field tracks.

Traffic:
Traffic is to be expected in and around coastal towns. The island of Pašman also has some road sections with slightly higher traffic.

Infrastructure:
There are no designated bike paths in Dalmatia, so the bike tours take place on public roads, preferably on quiet side streets.

Relevant for all levels:
Safe cycling skills and familiarity with road traffic are prerequisites for taking part in our tours. All tours, including the elevation gains, can be mastered more easily with electronic assistance. Anyone renting an e-bike should already have experience and be confident in handling e-bikes, as these bikes are significantly heavier and faster than conventional bikes.

Individual cycling
This tour is primarily a guided group tour. Upon consultation with your tour guides, the possibility to cycle on your own along recommended, suitable routes, may present itself. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike tour.

Due to our international audience all Islandhopping tours are conducted bilingually, in English and German.

We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements.

On our regular cycling tours the riding pace is determined by the cyclists on regular bicycles. We ask guests who have reserved an e-bike to be mindful of this and to acknowledge that also the regular cyclists need time to rest and longer to climb the hills. Thank you for your understanding.

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).

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 ith their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1.30 m (4.3 ft.) for hybrid bikes.

For the best tour experience with children, we recommend our Multi-Adventure tours in Croatia or Greece. We are convinced that these itineraries provide the best all-round experience for each individual family member when travelling as a family.

The tour which you have booked requires a bike with a fully functional set of gears. Islandhopping can offer you high quality, fully serviced rental bikes perfect for the terrain of this tour.

Should you however wish to bring your own hybrid bicycle with you, please make sure to check the condition of your breaks, gears, and tires and don’t forget to bring along a puncture repair kit and the essential spare parts for your bike (e.g. brake pads and spare tubes). Your bike should be in prefect mechanical working order.

We do not allow private e-bikes on board of our boats. This decision has been made due to health and safety regulations. If you wish to ride an e-bike for the duration of your tour, please get in touch with us about the rental options.

Liability disclaimer: Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH. Will not be held liable for any damages caused to private bikes during loading, unloading or other logistical handling thereof.

Please do not forget that the ship is your hotel as well as a machine, which has to be maintained and operated – day and night. A certain level of noise is therefore inevitable.

The on-board chef is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering consists of 2 x full board and 5 x half board. Catering starts with the dinner on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.

What Our Guests
Have To Say

My experience was 5 stars or more stars if I could add more. Our guides*** were fantastic. Great knowledge of Croatia and the islands we visited. They knew Croatian customs and history. They took great care in communicating with us every day. Safety number 1. I will never forget their humor! The crew of the Romantica were very efficient and friendly.

We really enjoyed everything about our trip with Islandhoppers.
Our room was great, the staff and guides fantastic and the whole experience was so enjoyable.

All staff were fantastic. The Guides were passionate, knowledgeable and attentive.

The bikes were well maintained and suited to the terrain.

Overall a great experience visiting a beautiful part of the world.

Perhaps one suggestion is to make it an e-bike only tour. One or two in our group seriously overrated their fitness and underrated the terrain.

This is the 4th trip with radweg and all have been very good. Coming from New Zealand its important that you are confident in the company you are booking with. They have never let us down. Accommodation was excellent as were the bikes

Fun times! Boat was terrific, excellent food and drinks, comfortable well maintained bikes, great hospitality by the crew, and two friendly and knowledgable guides. Would have liked coffee earlier (not until 730) but a small quibble...i highly recommend this tour and the operators

The staff on the boat were superb!! *** were very helpful, responsive and gave us a Croatian perspective as we cycled and boated. We have already recommended the trip to other friends!

Our guides were hardworking and dedicated to our having a great experience. Everything was as described and expected.
This is our second tour with your company and we will book with you again in the future.
Thank you very much

It was a great trip with wonderful guides and crew.
The planned tour was changed due to weather conditions with the guides trying very hard to make the alternatives enjoyable and good cycling.
Lively (if a bit too loudly) discussions were held in the evening with the other guests.

The overall experience was wonderful. The cycling guides were very professional and I felt safe and looked after the whole time. The routes were interesting and very scenic. As a ride leader myself, I really appreciated their expertise in handling a large group. The eBikes were comfortable and easy to use.
The ship's crew were all very helpful and polite. The meals were very good (although a few more vegetables would have been welcome).
I particularly enjoyed being able to swim off the boat.
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We had a great week in Croatia. The tour guides were excellent. Knowledgeable and patient. The crew on the boat were all great. The boat was a little old, but it was comfortable. The food was marginal, but plentiful. The islands were lovely. There was a lot of variety to see and experience. We were very happy to have chosen ebikes, as even though we are experienced riders, we would have found the rides very challenging on regular bikes.

I would just like to say that I really enjoyed my Island Hopping trip. Our guides - *** - were absolutely the best. They were well organized and were totally focused on making the trip fun while ensuring our safety at all times. I would only add that I think this should be an all e-bike trip - due to the elevation - the four members of our group who chose regular bikes switched to electric for some of the days. The Romantica accommodations were pretty basic, but we weren't expecting luxury - …

Pearls of Dalmatia · Croatia

By Bike & Boat Through an Island Paradise Full of UNESCO Highlights

Highlights

Itinerary

Accommodation

Romantica (Premium Class)

Rental Bikes

Our Hybrid Bikes

Our E-Bikes

Islandhopping Pannier

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Arrival - How to get there

Port of Embarkation Split or Dubrovnik

Arrival by car to Split or Dubrovnik

Arrival by plane

From the airport to the harbour

If you would like to extend your trip

Additional nights in Dubrovnik

Additional nights in Split

Motorist Care-Free Packagefor all tours starting from Dubrovnik

Motorist Care-Free Packagefor all tours starting from Split

Important information

What Our GuestsHave To Say

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