Compare Cycling Croatia's Dalmatian Coast by Exodus Travels vs Croatia Yachting Holidays Tour by Tourboks
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| Duration | 8 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 2,545 | $ 1,401 |
| Price Per Day | $ 318 | $ 175 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | N/A |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | No |
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| Meals Included | All breakfasts are included throughout. For breakfast, you can expect a continental buffet serving a wide selection of food from cold meats, cheeses, bread, and eggs to pastries, yoghurts, jams, and fruit as well as tea and coffee. Croatian cuisine is a mixture of fine seafood, grilled lamb, pizza, pasta and salads, with influences from central Europe, Italy, and other parts of the Balkans. A popular optional lunch spot in Pupnat (Korcula) is Mate restaurant. Lunch here is often a highlight of the trip. A selection of homemade produce is on offer with a drink and comes to around 155 kune (€20.50). Credit cards are not accepted. Another highlight in Korcula is an optional dinner on Day 5 at an agrotourism. Dinner here is around 200 kune (€26.50) for their set menu. Credit cards are not accepted. | N/A |
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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. Did you know you can travel by train to this trip? Find out more here Join us to celebrate Exodus’ 50th anniversary! Select departures of this trip feature extra inclusions to mark the occasion: a visit to Mljet Island, a local birthday celebration and a special edition Exodus kitbag. The selected departures on this trip start in Split on 11 May 2024 and 10 August 2024.Cycle along the spectacular Dalmatian coastline of Croatia |
Enjoy this tour that is specially designed for couples which prefer a relaxed lifestyle;people with love in sea, sailing and yachting! Renowned for its crystal-clear coves, wooden islands,vineyard-clad hills and picturesque harbor towns, the Croatian Coast is an adventurer's and yachter's paradise. Thanks to the mobility, comfort and cruising speed of our Luxury Motor Yacht ,all top Croatian Coast destinations like Mljet island- National Park, Hvar Island, Lastovo Island , Korcula Island , Vis island and unforgettable old city of Dubrovnik are within your grasp |
Day 1 Start Split; ferry transfer to Hvar
We start our Croatian adventure in Split, where we gather at the ferry port to take a service to Stari Grad on Hvar island. We then continue by road to Hvar town where we spend the first two nights. Please note: The ferry leaves at 2.30pm. The timings may be adjusted for logistical reasons. Accommodation: Labranda Senses (or similar)
Day 2 Circular ride exploring Hvar island, including Hvar town and a 5mi (8km) climb
Our first day is a circular ride exploring Hvar island. We start with a transfer to Stari Grad where we do our bike fitting before we cycle along an old Roman road to Vrbovska and then follow the coastal road towards the village of Jelsa. Here we take a break before heading back to Stari Grad for an optional lunch. 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. 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. Accommodation: Labranda Senses (or similar)
Day 3 Ride east along the island to the port of Sucuraj; ferry via mainland to Korcula
Today we start with a transfer to Jelsa and 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 if you don’t want to cycle up the hills. 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. 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. On Korcula, we take a 15-minute transfer to the small town of Lumbarda which will be our base for the next three nights. From June to September a ferry runs from Ploce to Trpanj, and from here we will take the bus to Orebic and then the ferry to Korcula. This shortens the time spent on the bus travelling from Drvenik to Orebic and makes the journey a bit more fun and picturesque. Accommodation: Hotel Borik (or similar)
Day 4 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 off the sandy beach on Przina or explore the charming town of Korcula at your own pace. There is an optional visit (with bikes) to the picturesque island of Mijet. Those choosing to explore Mljet and its national park will take a boat ride to Pomena, which is also the entrance for the Mljet National Park. Here you can enjoy a scenic short ride around the two lakes. Accommodation: Hotel Borik (or similar)
Day 5 Scenic ride on forested island of Korcula, from Vela Luka to Korcula town and on to Lumbarda
After breakfast, we begin 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 for 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. Accommodation: Hotel Borik (or similar)
Day 6 Ride through the vineyards of Peljesac Peninsula towards the mainland; transfer to Dubrovnik
After a ferry ride (approximately 20 minutes) to the Peljesac Peninsula, we follow this narrow and rugged finger of land. The route passes through olive groves, quiet villages, and vineyards hugging steep slopes that descend 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, a fortified town with Dubrovnik-style architecture. We should arrive in Dubrovnik in the late afternoon. We spend two nights in a hotel that’s a 10-minute public bus ride from the old town. This evening, we have a guided tour of Dubrovnik Old Town. Accommodation: Hotel Vis/Hotel Komodor (or similar)
Day 7 Free day to explore Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik exudes old-world charm. Right on the Adriatic, it has fine religious buildings surrounded by heavily fortified walls and a jumble of red-tiled roofs. The shelling of Dubrovnik by Serb troops in 1991 and 1992 outraged the world. Fortunately, over the last 15 years, great care has been taken to rebuild 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 people take an early evening stroll along the Stradun, the main street, which is covered in smooth shiny marble. Dubrovnik is beloved for its fine seafood, so what better way to end our Croatian experience than splashing out on a feast of freshly grilled fish within Dubrovnik's city walls? Accommodation: Hotel Vis/Hotel Komodor (or similar)
Day 8 End Dubrovnik
Enjoy your final breakfast of the trip this morning; an excellent chance to reminisce about the many adventures you’ve just enjoyed. If you’ve still got a little appetite for adventure, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay in Dubrovnik. Or if you’re ready to put up your feet, now’s the time to start your journey home.
Day 1 Friday
WELCOME to Captain's Villa Sokol on Korcula Island from Dubrovnik Airport or your Accommodation. Arrival to Dubrovnik airport and Private chauffeur 20 minutes transfer to Cavtat- a small charming medieval town with harbour where your captain and Motor Yacht is awaiting . Welcome aboard drinks and refreshment, followed by fresh fruits, seafood canapés and cold platters of home-made delicacies.
After reception on motor yacht enjoy exhilarating 90 minutes ride to Marco Polo island- Korčula, and be docked on private jetty of Captain's Villa Sokol . Accommodation in a Captain's Villa apartments only 50 meters from the clear blue sea in Lumbarda village.Late get together and hand out of Agenda about our Week itinerary.
Day 2 Saturday- Mljet Island Croatian National Park.
Enjoy full breakfast on our Villa Balcony overlooking the stunning Lumbarda village bay and Adriatic sea. After the breakfast your Captain will escort you to Captain's Villa Private jetty and make a short briefing about safety, introduce you to amnesties of our Motor Yacht and our trip to top Croatian National park Island Mljet. For most people, Mljet is an island lost in the open sea, and the island is indeed hard to reach. But do not let this landscape - mentioned in the stories about Odyssey and St. Paul, as well as Benedictine monks, remain a secret for you. After boarding our Motor Yacht we are on Mljet in less than half hour exciting drive from Korcula. The National park is famous for its two salt lakes in the north end of the island and the 12-th century Benedictine monastery. Our intimate capacity only for 18 pampered guests and plenty of space to relax and unwind, will insure that this trip to Mljet Island is far above other commercial trips to the same island. We simply call it Mljet Exclusive, find it out why! Island Mljet is a place where we will Hike on Gravel roads surrounded with National park sea lakes, snorkel, swim or sunbathe and admire Adriatic fishes. Last but not least delicious Dalmatian lunch is awaiting on our Motor Yacht in peaceful bay served by your own Captain.Upon returning from beautiful Mljet Island Late afternoon at your leisure, or you can have a one and half hours hiking tour with us of nearby half island Peljesac and visit the best view from Franciscan monastery chapel of entire Korcula island archipelago.
Day 3 Sunday-Lastovo Island Croatian Park of Nature
Enjoy relaxing trip on our Motor Yacht Targa 44 ride approx 40 minutes to this Island paradise,...green island in the midst of the blue Adriatic open sea, surrounded by numerous small silver islands. An island and archipelago that like by a miracle escaped the blessings of civilization. Maybe the last piece of the former Mediterranean Homer came and Lord Byron took his inspiration from. Lastovo means a vacation in harmony with untouched nature, a vacation in the ambience of traditional architecture, a vacation where you will enjoy healthy and fresh island food from the fields and the crystal-clear sea, a vacation with wine already drunk by the roman emperors. The name of one of some dozen gardens of Eden in the Mediterranean on the list of prestigious World Wild Foundation - WWF. The Lastovo archipelago was declared a Nature Park in 2006.We will hike, explore, swim, snorkel and dine on Lastovo Island like Romans use to do.Upon returning from beautiful Lastovo Island, Late afternoon at your leisure. In the evening we are transferring you with our van you to a famous Seafood Restaurant MORE in Lumbarda village.
Day 4 Monday-Dubrovnik old city
There is nothing like waking up on your Villa and enjoying breakfast knowing that today we cruise towards the UNESCO protected and spectacularly beautiful city of Dubrovnik. This Excursion is tailor made for our Captain's Villa Sokol Guests who seeks privacy, and intimate capacity as well as exceptional comfort on our spacious fifteen meter Motor Yacht, with leisure time of only 90 minutes pleasant ride to our destination “Pearl of Adriatic” –Dubrovnik. That simply means more quality time in Dubrovnik and less time for time-consuming road transfers and hustle-bustle of street traffic with other commercial tour operators. Included Dubrovnik walking tour with your private Tour Guide is a great way to learn about this wonderful city and participate in famous Games of Thrones private tour which is filmed exactly in Dubrovnik. Last but not the least after departure from Dubrovnik on nearby Elafiti Island your Captain will serve delicious Dalmatian lunch in peaceful bay. There will be plenty of time for swim and sunbathing before our exhilarating ride back to Korcula.In The evening we provide from our Villa a transfer to Korcula old town for summer cultural event a Moreska Traditional sword dance .Tickets are included.
Day 5 Tuesday-Vis Island and Blue Cave grotto on Biševo islet
Enjoy a full day of expedition and exploration on this all-inclusive trip to Vis Island and all of its local sites and natural treasures.
During the day, you’ll visit three of the most naturally alluring caves: the Blue Cave, Green Cave, and the Medvidina Cave. You’ll discover the hidden Stiniva Cove and it’s thirty-metre wide pebbled beach, and finally as our last stop you will visit the cultural rich, historical fishing town of Komiza.
FIRST STOP: GREEN CAVE.
This cave is famous for the small cracks in the ceiling, allowing beams of light to come through, leaving a trace in the sea throughout the cave. The cave is quite spacious, and its depth varies from three to five metres.
SECOND STOP: STINIVA COVE.
Located on the south side of the island, the cove characterised by a very narrow entrance, after which the cove widens to a beautiful, thirty-metre wide pebble beach, flanked by perpendicular rocks 35 metres high. No roads leads to the cove, so it’s natural beauty has been preserved.
THIRD STOP: ISLAND BIŠEVO BLUE CAVE.
Known for its many caves, the best known of which is the famous Blue Cave located in the Baluni cove.The cave is accessible only by a small rowboat. Local fishermen have known about the Blue Cave for generations, but Baron Eugen Rausoonet brought it to the world’s attention in 1884.
Its unique light effects of overflowing blue and silver nuances enchant visitors. When the sea is calm and the day is sunny, reflected sunbeams pass through the underwater entrance and illuminate the cave in a fascinating shade of blue, whereas submerged objects acquire a silverish glow when observed from the surface.
We are back home after this gorgeous day at sea at late afternoon, evening on your leisure.
Day 6- Hvar Island-Jet set summer destination
Our departure is only 60 minutes pleasant cruising from Captain's Villa Sokol on our luxurious Motor Yacht to island Hvar which is situated in picturesque nature, facing the southern, side of the world that has given it all Mediterranean attraction and cheerfulness; facing sea, that gave it splendid and repeatable history, Hvar is an inexhaustible treasury of the scenery, atmosphere and adventure. Its name derives from the Greek name for island and town, that stood where today Stari Grad (Hvar became an island’s centre in 13th century) stands - PHAROS.Hvar gained glory and power during Middle Ages being an important port within the Venetian, naval empire. Today, it is centre of island’s tourism and one of the favourite destinations in Dalmatian Riviera. After sightseeing of Hvar town old centre, cathedral,the arsenal Spanjol fortress and coffee and drinks with your private tour guide we shall depart for swim and snorkel in lovely beaches on nearby Pakleni island and have delicious Dalmatian lunch on the Yacht.On this evening we will escort you with our minivan to famous Agrotourism BIRE in Lumbarda village and festive wine tasting event.
Day 7 Thursday - Captain's Farewell Sunset cruise
Today on a last day with us you have full day at leisure or welcome to do whatever you please, It can be buggy safari excursions with our tour guides, sea kayaking or Wine tasting event in our famous Korcula island Winery - Agrotourism Bire. In the late afternoon we will depart for our Festive Dining Experience in one of the best remote Restaurants on Korcula Island.
Welcome and join us for this extraordinary and special dining experience, we will definitely exceed your expectations.
Day 8 Friday- BYE BYE day
After Full Breakfast service in our Villa you have a choice of a seaplane flight to Dubrovnik or Split airport or an private chauffeur transfer with our Mercedes van to Dubrovnik or Split airport for your home bounds flights.*
Note* : Please be advice that a transfer choice option depends of your flight details and timing or an accommodation destination. Please do send us your departure details at the time of the booking so we can all organised it smoothly for you.
