Islandhopping Cycling Tours e-Bike & Boat Highlights of Dalmatia Plus | Guided bike tours in Croatia in comfort
Route from Dubrovnik / to Split Duration 8 days /7 nights Distance approx. 200 km Level 1 (E-Bike) Level 1 (E-Bike) Exclusive e-bike tours suitable for islandhoppers with a good basic level of fitness. The tours and the elevation meters are very manageable with an e-bike (30-60km and 400-700 elevation meters per day). Level 2 (E-Bike) Exclusive e-bike tours suitable for islandhoppers with endurance. The tours are long, but both the length and elevation can be easily mastered with an e-bike (60-130km and 400-1,000 elevation meters per day). Share via ... E-Mail Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Copy Link
Active holiday in comfort with the highlights of Dalmatia 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 e-bike or hybrid bike and 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 firsthand. The direction of this tour alternates each week. ATTENTION: Should your preffered travel date be unavailable, we recommend taking a look at our tour "Pearls of Dalmatia" which takes place paralell to this tour. The same tour itinerary is offered on board our premium boat Romantica. Book Now Highlights Culture: Korčula town, a Dalmatian architectural gem Nature: Mljet Island and its salt lakes Activity: A walk to the Spanish Fortress on Hvar Culinary: A special treat for the sweet-toothed: the paper-thin Palačinken Souvenir: Olive oil and honey from Dalmatia TO NOTE: This trip is already updated for the 2025 season. Itinerary, prices and services may vary compared to 2024:
Itinerary Accommodation Rental Bikes Dates & Prices Journey Extended Stay Things to note Itinerary Dubrovnik - Split Split - Dubrovnik Brač Hvar Šolta Korčula Mljet Lastovo Šipan Vis Trogir Pomena Split Hvar Stari Grad Jelsa Korčula Vela Luka Milna Dubrovnik Pučišća Trstenik Orebić Vis Airport Split Airport Dubrovnik MEDITERRANEAN Croatia Slovenia Monte- negro Bosnia Hercegovina 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. 2nd Day Dubrovnik – Island Šipan(aprx. 7 mi./11 km) Today is the perfect day to acclimatize to your holiday. In the morning we enjoy breakfast and a cruise towards the Island of Sipan with the possibility along the way for a swim directly from the boat. Šipan is the largest of the Elaphiti Islands, yet still humble in size. What it lacks in size, it makes up for in charm. The perfect place for our first bike tour and to get used to riding in a group. After a lot of firsts, the evening can be enjoyed in the peaceful island atmosphere. The night is spent on Sipan. 3rd Day Island Mljet – Island Korčula(aprx. 20 mi./33 km) A short morning cruise brings us to Sobra on 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. Our tour stretches almost the entire length of the Island from Sobra to Pomena where our ship awaits. We hop on board and enjoy a relaxing cruise to the picturesque town of Korčula with its fishbone alleyways. This small town 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 cycling tour leads us across the charming island of Korčula. A mild Mediterranean climate and a vast variety of different landscapes accompany us along the tour. Take your time and don’t forget to take a break to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighbouring islands. Dinner is served on board to recharge after a day full of activity. Overnight stay in the sheltered bay of Vela Luka. 5th Day Island Korčula- Island Vis(aprx. 20 mi./32 km) In the morning we leave the island of Korčula behind and enjoy a breakfast cruise to the island of Vis with a possible swim stop from the boat before arrival. Vis is the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia. A Greek colony called Issa settled on the island 2,300 years ago. Due to its strategic location it was a military zone until 1995 and prohibited for foreign tourists. In the afternoon we have the opportunity to explore the lovely island by bicycle. From the town of Vis we cycle once around the entire island with a coffee stop in the harbour of Komiža . The night is spent in the harbour of Vis. 6th Day Hvar Town – Stari Grad(aprx. 12 mi./20 km + 12 mi./20 km) The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on the island of the same name. Make use of the time before the bike tour begins to 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 Hvar town up a steady climb through small villages and lavender fields to the harbour town of Stari Grad on the opposite side of the island. The descent down to Stari Grad offers breath-taking views. After Lunch on the boat, we have the opportunity for a second, more leisurely ride to the town of Jelsa and back. Here we have time for an Ice cream and coffee before our ride continues through the picturesque town of Vrboska and through the ancient Greek plains, now a protected UNESCO heritage site, back to the artistic village of Stari Grad. The night is spent in Stari Grad. 7th Day Brač Island: Milna – Postira(aprx. 18 mi./30 km) In the morning we cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was used in part for the White House in Washington as well as for the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once on Brač, we start our bike tour from Milna to the picturesque harbour town of Postira. Our boat awaits us for lunch and the final cruise of the week to the UNESCO world heritage city of Split. On a guided city tour, we get the opportunity to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and learn about its transformation into the city it is today. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives us plenty of time to celebrate the wonderful week with fellow travellers and tour guides. 8th Day Split (Disembarkation) After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia. Brač Hvar Šolta Korčula Mljet Lastovo Šipan Prežba Vis Trogir Pomena Sobra Split Hvar Stari Grad Bol Jelsa Korčula Vela Luka Vis Pučišća Dubrovnik Orebić Trstenik Airport Split Airport Dubrovnik MEDITERRANEAN Bosnia- Hercegovina Croatia Slovenia Monte- negro Bosnia Hercegovina Flughafen Split Flughafen Dubrovnik MITTELMEER Bosnien- Herzegowina Kroatien Slowenien 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 Insel Brač: Pučišća – Bol – Island Hvar(aprx. 14 mi./23 km) In the morning we cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was used in part for the White House in Washington as well as for the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once on Brač, we cycle from the picturesque harbour town of Pučišća, known internationally for its stone masonry college, across the island to Bol. Close by lies the famous “Golden Horn”, a popular Croatian beach famous for its unique shape. Water lovers can enjoy a swim here before we continue on by boat to Jelsa on the island of Hvar. 3rd Day Hvar Island: Stari Grad - Hvar – Island Vis (aprx. 12 mi./20 km) Today’s cycling tour on the Island of Hvar leads us from Stari Grad through lavender fields and small villages to the island’s capital, Hvar, on the opposite side of the island. Marvel at the magnificent Renaissance Square and enjoy a view up to the Spanish Fortress, towering high above the town. Make sure to take the time to go for a little stroll through Hvar town before boarding the boat for the next crossing. From Hvar we continue by boat to the island of Vis where we spend the night. 4th Day Island Vis – Island Korčula(aprx. 20 mi./32 km) Vis is the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia. A Greek colony called Issa settled on the island 2,300 years ago. Due to its strategic location it was a military zone until 1995 and prohibited for foreign tourists. Today we have the opportunity to explore the lovely island by bicycle. From the town of Vis we cycle once around the entire island with a coffee stop in the harbour of Komiža and a possibility for a traditional lunch along the way before returning to the boat. After the tour, the boat takes us to the harbour of Vela Luka on the Island of Korčula where we spend the night. 5th Day Korčula Island: Vela Luka - Korčula town (aprx. 37.5 mi./60 km) Today’s cycle tour leads us across the charming island of Korčula all the way to Korčula town. A mild Mediterranean climate and a vast variety of different landscapes await us on this spectacular island. Take your time and don’t forget to take a break to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighbouring islands. The picturesque town of Korčula competes with Venice for the honour of being the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Spend the evening wandering through the fishbone alleyways and soak up the atmosphere of this stylish town. A guided city tour will give you an overview of the city and its history. 6th Day Island Korčula – Island Mljet (aprx. 20 mi./33 km) A relaxing morning cruise brings us to the harbour of Pomena on the Island of Mljet. With 70% of its landmass being covered by woodland it is the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Homer mentioned this lovely island in his epic poem the “Odyssey”, making it the home of the Nymph Calypso and the legendary Greek king Odysseus, who, unable to resist Calypso, stayed on Mljet for seven years. Today’s ride takes place in the afternoon and stretches almost the entire length of the Island. We meet the boat in Sobra and cruise to the island of Sipan for the night. 7th Day Sipan Island – Dubrovnik (aprx. 7 mi./11 km) Sipan is the largest of the Elaphiti Islands, yet still humble in size. What it lacks in size, it compensates in charm. A great place for our last bike tour of the week. After returning to the boat we can look back on an eventful week whilst enjoying our last cruise to our final highlight of the week: the city of Dubrovnik! After our 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 provides plenty of time to celebrate the wonderful week with fellow travellers and tour guides. 8th Day Dubrovnik (Disembarkation) After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual journey home or extended stay in Croatia. Accommodation Harmonia (Deluxe) Harmonia is an elegant, brilliant-white motor yacht with excellent facilities and is part of our deluxe category fleet in Croatia. The spacious cabins, nine above deck and six below deck, are all air conditioned and include a tiled private bathroom with a shower, washbasin and WC. The comfortable saloon with its high-end furnishings and the vast sundeck with recliners and sunning mats fulfil even the highest expectations. A broad variety of refreshments can be ordered at the bar. At the stern of the ship a swimming platform provides easy access in and out of the sea making it possible to swim… Read More Rental Bikes 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 Gravel & Road Bikes Our gravel and cyclocross bikes can be ridden over a variety of terrain. These bikes run perfectly on smooth asphalt surfaces as well as on gravel trails. The frames are extremely robust while still light. The relatively wide tires provide good traction when cycling on loose surfaces. Cyclocross bikes allow for adventurous rides without compromise.… 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 E-Bikes Gravel & Road Bikes ACCESSORIES Services, Dates and Prices Should your preffered travel date be unavailable, we recommend taking a look at our tour "Pearls of Dalmatia" which takes place paralell to this tour. The same tour itinerary is offered on board our premium boat Pape Prvi. You can find the detailed overview to this alternative tour here: Pearls of Dalmatia 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. August 2024 23.08. Comfirmed departure 23.08. – 30.08. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Dubrovnik bis Split fully booked 1990,00 € on waiting list 02.08. Comfirmed departure 02.08. – 09.08. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Split bis Dubrovnik available 1790,00 € To Booking 16.08. Comfirmed departure 16.08. – 23.08. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Split bis Dubrovnik available 1990,00 € To Booking 09.08. Comfirmed departure 09.08. – 16.08. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Dubrovnik bis Split available 1790,00 € To Booking September 2024 20.09. Comfirmed departure 20.09. – 27.09. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Dubrovnik bis Split fully booked 1990,00 € on waiting list October 2024 04.10. Comfirmed departure 04.10. – 11.10. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Dubrovnik bis Split fully booked 1790,00 € on waiting list 11.10. Comfirmed departure 11.10. – 18.10. E-Bike & Boat Dalmatian Highlights PLUS Croatia Harmonia Split bis Dubrovnik fully booked 1790,00 € on waiting list
