Route from Split / to Dubrovnik Duration 8 days / 7 nights Distance approx. 200 km Level 2 -3 Level 1 Easy cycling tours suitable for islandhoppers who are confident on their bikes but prefer riding on flatter terrain (15-30km and 200 elevation meters per day). Level 1 - 2 Easy to moderate cycling tours through hilly terrain suitable for islandhoppers who have a good basic level of fitness (20-35km and up to 200-400 elevation meters per day). Level 2 Moderate cycling tours through hilly terrain suitable for islandhoppers who cycle regularly and feel comfortable with longer climbs (25-40km and 300-500 elevation meters per day). Level 2 -3 Moderate to demanding cycling tours through hilly to mountainous terrain suitable for islandhoppers who like a challenge (30-50km and 400-700 elevation meters per day). Level 3 Demanding cycling tours through hilly and mountainous terrain suitable for islandhoppers who can take on steeper climbs (30-60km and 400-800 elevation meter per day). Share via ... E-Mail Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Copy Link
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. Book Now 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 Accommodation Rental Bikes Dates & Prices Journey Extended Stay Things to note Itinerary Split - Dubrovnik Dubrovnik - Split Brač Hvar Šolta Korčula Mljet Lastovo Šipan Prežba Trogir Pomena Split Hvar Stari Grad Milna Jelsa Korčula Vela Luka Lastovo Postira Dubrovnik Sobra Airport Split Airport Dubrovnik MEDITERRANEAN Bosnia- Hercegovina Croatia Slovenia Monte- negro 1st Day Split (Embarkation) 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. 2nd Day Split – Island Brač: Postira – Milna – Island Hvar: Stari Grad – Jelsa – Stari Grad (aprx. 18 mi./29 km + aprx. 12 mi./20 km) 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. 3rd Day Hvar Island: Stari Grad - Hvar – Island Korčula (aprx. 14 mi./22 km) 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. 4th Day Island Korčula: Vela Luka – Korčula City (aprx. 37.5 mi./60 km) 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. 5th Day Island Korčula - Lastovo (aprx. 17 mi./28 km) 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. 6th Day Mljet Island: Mljet National Park (aprx. 16 mi./30 km) 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. 7th Day Mljet Island – Dubrovnik (aprx. 20 mi./33 km) 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. 8th Day Dubrovnik (Disembarkation) After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual journey home or extended stay in Croatia. Brač Hvar Šolta Korčula Mljet Lastovo Šipan Prežba Trogir Pomena Split Hvar Stari Grad Milna Jelsa Korčula Vela Luka Lastovo Postira Dubrovnik Airport Split Airport Dubrovnik MEDITERRANEAN Bosnia- Hercegovina Croatia Slovenia Monte- negro 1st Day Dubrovnik (Embarkation) 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. 2. Tag Dubrovnik – Island Šipan – Island Mljet(aprx. 7 mi./11 km + aprx. 18 mi./30 km) 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. 3rd Day Islands Lastovo and Korčula: Korčula town (aprx. 17.5 mi./28 km) 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. 4th Day Korčula town - Vela Luka(aprx. 37.5 mi./60 km) 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. 5th Day Island Hvar: Hvar Town – Stari Grad (aprx. 13 mi./22 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 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. 6th Day Hvar Island: Stari Grad – Jelsa – Stari Grad – Island Brač (aprx. 13 mi./22km) 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. 7th Day Island Brač: Milna – Postira(aprx. 18 mi./29 km) 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. 8th Day Split (Disembarkation) After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia. Accommodation Romantica (Premium) 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… Read More 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.… Read More 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. … Read More 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. … Our Hybrid Bikes Our E-Bikes ACCESSORIES 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. April 2025 18.04. Comfirmed departure 18.04. – 25.04. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1499,00 € To Booking 25.04. Comfirmed departure 25.04. – 02.05. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split available 1499,00 € To Booking May 2025 30.05. Comfirmed departure 30.05. – 06.06. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik < 3 Cabins left 1999,00 € secure last spots 16.05. Comfirmed departure 16.05. – 23.05. 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 23.05. Comfirmed departure 23.05. – 30.05. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split fully booked - on waiting list 02.05. Comfirmed departure 02.05. – 09.05. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1749,00 € To Booking June 2025 27.06. Comfirmed departure 27.06. – 04.07. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1999,00 € To Booking 06.06. Comfirmed departure 06.06. – 13.06. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split 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 13.06. Comfirmed departure 13.06. – 20.06. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1999,00 € To Booking July 2025 18.07. Comfirmed departure 18.07. – 25.07. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split available 1499,00 € To Booking 25.07. Comfirmed departure 25.07. – 01.08. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik fully booked - on waiting list 04.07. Comfirmed departure 04.07. – 11.07. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split available 1999,00 € To Booking 11.07. Comfirmed departure 11.07. – 18.07. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1749,00 € To Booking August 2025 15.08. Comfirmed departure 15.08. – 22.08. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split available 1749,00 € To Booking 22.08. Comfirmed departure 22.08. – 29.08. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1999,00 € To Booking 08.08. Comfirmed departure 08.08. – 15.08. Bike & Boat 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 available 1999,00 € To Booking 01.08. Comfirmed departure 01.08. – 08.08. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split fully booked - on waiting list September 2025 12.09. Comfirmed departure 12.09. – 19.09. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split available 1999,00 € To Booking 19.09. Comfirmed departure 19.09. – 26.09. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik 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 03.10. Comfirmed departure 03.10. – 10.10. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Split bis Dubrovnik available 1749,00 € To Booking 10.10. Comfirmed departure 10.10. – 17.10. Bike & Boat Pearls of Dalmatia Croatia Romantica Dubrovnik bis Split available 1749,00 € To Booking 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