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Stari Grad · Hvar Island · Croatia
8 Day Cycling Tour the Dalmatian Coast
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Cycle along the spectacular Dalmatian coastline of Croatia. Known to have the clearest waters in the Mediterranean and undoubtedly packed with historical and cultural interest, the Dalmatian Coast is one of the true wonders of Europe. We follow some of the best cycling routes the area has to offer with much of the tour taking place on the long and beautiful islands of Hvar and Korcula, travelling by ferry between the islands. The scenery alternates between seaside villages, tiny medieval towns, and pretty pebble bays. We end our journey in the fascinating Unesco city of Dubrovnik where we spend two nights soaking up the atmosphere of this uniquely preserved city.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Enjoy cycling along Croatia's spectacular Dalmatian coastline
- Explore the mainland and islands on two wheels
- Chance to wander around the narrow streets
- Discover the UNESCO city of Dubrovnik
- See the beautiful islands of Hvar and Korcula
- Spend two nights soaking up the atmosphere of preserved city
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Split
Sightseeing at Diocletian's Palace. Start Split; ferry transfer to Hvar. Start Split; If arrival times allow, there will be time to look around the old quarters of the city and a visit to the UNESCO Diocletian Palace, we may have time for dinner or a snack before we get back to the Split ferry port to take an evening ferry to Stari Grad on the island of Hvar. We then continue by road to Hvar town where we spend the first two nights.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 2
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City/Town Tour. Circular ride exploring the island of Hvar, including Hvar town and a 8km climb: Our first day is a circular ride exploring the island of Hvar. We start with a transfer to Stari Grad where we do our bike fitting before we start cycling along an old Roman road to Vrbovska and then follow the coastal road towards the village of Jelsa.
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Here we take a break before heading back to Stari Grad for an optional lunch.
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Cycling. After lunch, we continue our ride back to the town of Hvar. We will cycle up a challenging hill to a viewpoint overlooking the island of Brac with breathtaking views.
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Local Flavor. When we return to Hvar, we will have a chance to wander around the narrow streets of this quintessential Dalmatian town. Rather like a mini Venice, the streets of Hvar are marbled and there are elegant gothic palaces and cathedrals inside the city walls.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 3
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Cycling. Ride east along the island to port of Sucuraj; ferry via mainland to Korcula. Today we start with a transfer to Jelsa and we ride east along the narrow part of the island with views of both coasts as we head to the port of Sucuraj. The road is generally quiet and there are a couple of challenging climbs today to get you warmed up, however, the support vehicle will be available for anyone who doesn’t want to cycle up the hills.
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Sightseeing. Heading east, we have wonderful views of the mountainous mainland and the turquoise waters and we pass small villages, olive groves and tiny vineyards on our way to Sucuraj.
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Local Flavor. From Sucuraj we take a ferry to Drvenik on the mainland, transfer by bus to Orebic, then catch another ferry to Korcula which is the historic centre of the island and on the Peljesac Channel. It is also known for its cultural and historical heritage with a long tradition of seafaring, shipbuilding and stone-masonry, as well as being the birthplace of the adventurer and traveller Marco Polo.
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Local Flavor. Once on Korcula, we have a short 15min transfer to the small town of Lumbarda which will be our base for the next three nights.
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Meals included: breakfast.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 4
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Relaxation & Fun. Free day in Lumbarda; optional visit (with bikes) to picturesque island of Mljet: Today we have a free day to relax in Lumbarda, go for a swim at the sandy beach on Przina or explore the charming town of Korcula at your own pace.
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Boating at Mljet Island. There is an optional visit (with bikes) to the picturesque island of Mijet. Those choosing to explore Mljet and its famous national park will take a boat ride to Pomena, which is also the entrance for the Mljet National Park. Here you can enjoy a very scenic but short ride around the two lakes.
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Meals included: breakfast.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 5
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Cycling. Scenic ride on forested island of Korcula, from Vela Luka to Korcula town and on to Lumbarda: After breakfast, we will start our circular ride on the forested island of Korcula. We start with a transfer to Vela Luka and from here we ride to the pretty village Brna near Smokvica before transferring to Pupnat where we will have lunch. From here we get back on the bikes and cycle all the way back to Lumbarda after a great exploration of the island. Today is a busy day and there are some hills, but we will use the support vehicle where necessary.
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Meals included: breakfast.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 6
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Eco Tour. Ride through the vineyards of Peljesac Peninsula towards the mainland; transfer to Dubrovnik.: After a short ferry ride (approx 20 minutes) to the Peljesac Peninsula, we follow this narrow and rugged finger of land. The route passes through olive groves, quiet villages, and the famous vineyards hugging the steep slopes descending to the clear waters of the Adriatic. We complete our ride along an easy unpaved track to the tiny cove at Zuljana. From here the traffic levels increase so we take our support vehicle to Dubrovnik. En route, there is a short stop at the small historic settlement of Ston, an example of a fortified town and Dubrovnik-style architecture.
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Dubrovnik
City/Town Tour. We should arrive in Dubrovnik in the late afternoon. We spend two nights in a hotel which is a 10-minute public bus ride from the old town of Dubrovnik. This evening we will have a guided tour of the Old Town of Dubrovnik.
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Meals included: breakfast.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 7
Dubrovnik
City/Town Tour. Free day to explore Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik exudes old-world charm. Located right on the Adriatic, the fine religious buildings surrounded by heavily fortified walls and the jumble of red-tiled roofs make this a truly enchanting place. The shelling of Dubrovnik by Serb troops in 1991 and 1992 outraged the world.
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Local Flavor. Fortunately, over the last 15 years, great care has been taken to re-build the damaged parts of Dubrovnik and the city has now returned to its former glory. The old town, or Stari Grad, is filled with cobblestone streets, fountains, churches, palaces and museums — all built from the same light-coloured stone. There are no motor vehicles in the quiet city, but at night the streets come alive as locals and visitors take an early evening stroll along the Stradun, the main street, covered in smooth shiny marble. Dubrovnik is famous for its fine seafood, and what better way to end our Croatian experience than splashing out on a feast of freshly grilled fish within Dubrovnik's city walls.
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All accommodation - 7 nights hotels.
Day 8
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End Dubrovnik. Trip ends in Dubrovnik.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
- All transport and listed activities - Tour leader throughout - Local bike hire
Not Included
- Travel Insurance - Single accommodation (available on request for 5 nights only) - Visas or vaccinations - Flights
Meeting & Pickup
The start hotel is located on the Island of Hvar. The start point is rather difficult to get to so we recommend joining the group transfer. You have 3 options to join the group: (1) At Split airport. (2) In central Split in the afternoon. In this case please call the leader on the day the group arrives to get all the information about where to meet. (3) At the ferry port in Split. The ferry port is a small place so it’s easy to find the group. You should be there at 7.30 pm, and the ferry leaves at 8.30 pm. You should meet by the quay to Stari Grad, Hvar. Please let us know which option is most suitable for you as we need to inform our leader where and when they can expect you.
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Before Booking
The start hotel is located on the Island of Hvar. The start point is rather difficult to get to so we recommend joining the group transfer. You have 3 options to join the group (1) At Split airport. (2) In central Split in the afternoon. In this case please call the leader on the day the group arrives to get all the information about where to meet. (3) At the ferry port in Split. The ferry port is a small place so it’s easy to find the group. You should be there at 7.30 pm, and the ferry leaves at 8.30 pm. You should meet by the quay to Stari Grad, Hvar. Please let us know which option is most suitable for you as we need to inform our leader where and when they can expect you.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 16 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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