Cycling boat Croatia

Outline programme and itinerary:

Day 1: TROGIR – ROGAČ – MILNA (L)

Cycling route: Rogač – Maslinica – Rogač | Length: 20 km | Highest point: 280 m | Difficulty: 1/5. Boarding in Trogir from 11:00. Departure at 13:00, followed by lunch on board during the crossing to the island of Šolta. After arriving in Rogač you cycle through charming countryside towards the coastal town of Maslinica. After sightseeing you ride back to Rogač, where the ship is waiting for you so that you can continue your adventure. Depending on conditions in the harbour, an alternative cycle route on the island of Šolta can be chosen: Stomorska – Gornje Selo – Maslinica – Stomorska.

Departure for Milna on the island of Brač.

Overnight stay in Milna or Stari Grad, depending on conditions.

Day 2: MILNA – STARI GRAD – JELSA – HVAR (B, L)

ROUTE 1: Stari Grad – Jelsa – Vrboska – Stari Grad

Length: 22 km | Total ascent: 110 m | Highest point: 85 m | Difficulty: 1/5 | Surface: 85% asphalt, 15% gravel/macadam. ROUTE 2: Stari Grad – Hvar, length: 23 km | Total ascent: 450 m | Difficulty: 3/5 | Surface: 100% asphalt. An early-morning crossing from Milna to the town of Stari Grad with breakfast on board. From Stari Grad you ride across the Stari Grad Plain (a preserved ancient Greek division of land) towards two pearls – Jelsa and Vrboska. Enjoy the stunning landscape, lavender fields and views of the surrounding islands and the mainland. Return to Stari Grad and lunch on board. After lunch we continue our cycle tour and head for the historic town of Hvar, known for its architecture, beautiful nature and mild climate. Free time follows to explore Hvar. Overnight stay in Hvar or Vela Luka (depending on conditions in the harbour).

Day 3: Hvar – Korčula (B, D)

Cycling route: Vela Luka – Korčula | Length: 55 km | Highest point: 850 m | Difficulty: 3/5. You start the day in Vela Luka and set off on a picturesque cycling route across the island. You ride through lush vineyards, olive groves and charming villages, heading for the historic town of Korčula. Discover medieval architecture, lively local culture and the beautiful waterfront of Korčula town. After a day full of cycling and sightseeing you stay overnight in one of the harbours on Korčula, depending on current availability (main harbour in the town centre / Dominče harbour / ferry harbour 3 km away).

Day 4: Korčula – Mljet National Park (B, L)

Cycling route: Mljet National Park | Length: 18 km | Highest point: 160 m | Difficulty: 1/5. During breakfast we sail from Korčula to the island of Mljet – a lush green island, also known as the “honey island”. A swimming stop is planned in the morning, followed by lunch on board. Mljet National Park (the entrance fee is mandatory for all guests) is a magnificent area with salt lakes, lush vegetation, cliffs, islets and an indented coastline surrounded by evergreen hills. You can look forward to cycling around a salt lake, in the middle of which lies another island with a 12th-century Benedictine monastery. The afternoon is free for exploring the park individually.

Overnight stay in Pomena or Polače.

Day 5: MLJET NP – TRSTENIK – KUČIŠTE (B, D)

Cycling route: Trstenik – Orebić – Kučište | Length: 32 km | Highest point: 500 m | Difficulty: 3/5. Today's route can be described as a panoramic wine road. After breakfast you set off from Trstenik and ride through picturesque vineyards on the southern side of the Pelješac peninsula. You pass through the Dingač tunnel and continue into the famous wine region, known for the best varieties of Croatian wine. You descend towards Orebić, a town of sailors and captains, enjoying unique views of the archipelago by the island of Korčula along the way. You finish the day with a short climb followed by a descent to the finish. Overnight stay in Kučište.

Day 6: KUČIŠTE – SUĆURAJ – PUČIŠĆA (B, L)

Cycling route: Sućuraj – Pokrivenik | Length: 32 km | Highest point: 470 m | Difficulty: 2/5. After breakfast follows a morning crossing to the longest Croatian island, Hvar, during which you will have a view of the Biokovo mountains. You disembark at the eastern tip of the island of Hvar, where the cycling tour begins. The route leads through picturesque countryside with views of the coast. You climb to the highest point of the route and then descend into the peaceful bay of Pokrivenik, where the ship will be waiting. During the crossing to the island of Brač you enjoy lunch on board. Overnight stay in the village of Pučišća – a picturesque place like something from a postcard, where the art of stonework meets the calm beauty of the Adriatic Sea.

Day 7: PUČIŠĆA – POSTIRA – TROGIR (B, L)

Cycling route: Pučišća – Postira – Supetar | Length: 25 km | Highest point: 360 m | Difficulty: 2/5. Set off on a picturesque cycling tour from Pučišća; begin with a scenic ride to the village of Postira. Ride through charming villages and along coastal paths, enjoying the calm beauty of the island of Brač. Continue the cycling adventure to Supetar, the largest town on the island, known for its beautiful beaches and historic architecture. After sightseeing in Supetar you return to the ship for lunch and enjoy a relaxed crossing back to Trogir. On the way you can reminisce about the experiences of the whole day and enjoy views of the coast.

Overnight stay in Trogir harbour.

Day 8: TROGIR (B)

Early breakfast, followed by check-out from the ship and farewell to the crew. Insurance: please note that we need your full details for every tour (first name, surname, date of birth, ID or passport number, personal ID number, telephone contact, e-mail address). We recommend taking out annual travel insurance that includes tour cancellation cover (indicative price 150 EUR). This is an annual policy valid for all trips in the year and we can arrange it for you. Annual insurance is very advantageous and necessary for people over 70. It is important for us to know whether you already have another type of insurance.