Semi Supported tours

Bike and Kayak tour Croatian Islands

Tour Start
Split

Type
Semi-Supported

Duration
8 D

Level
Level 2 - Recreational

TOUR INFO

Enjoy cycling and kayaking, discover cultural sights and gastronomy of the most beautiful Croatian region - Dalmatian coast and Islands.

Spend two evenings in Split, walk along the streets of once great and important Roman site, dating back to 300 A.C Besides Diocletian’s palace, you will visit and bike along another UNESCO World Heritage site; Stari Grad plain on the Island Hvar. Cycle along lavender fields to reach famous and “trendy” town of Hvar. Ride along Korčula Island and discover its natural beauties, monasteries, gastronomy, old fisherman villages and ancient stone architecture.
Our guides will take you for a kayak tour along Marjan peninsula in Split as well as small group of Islands located in front of Island Hvar called Pakleni Islands. Another sea kayaking tour will take place around Korčula archipelago. Continue exploring and cycling along peninsula Pelješac, before you reach your final destination; Dubrovnik - the pearl of Adriatic.

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HIGHLIGHTS: 
 

  • Discover best of Croatian islands by bike and kayak!  
  • Visit Croatian historical towns: Split, Hvar, Korčula, Ston and Dubrovnik
  • Lavender road of Hvar, wine area of Korčula and Pelješac
  • Guided sea kayaking tour from Split, Hvar with its Pakleni islands archipelago and Korčula
  • Local expertise

GENERAL TOUR INFO: 
 

  • Number of nights: 7
  • Tour commences: Split, Croatia. Start between 9 and 11 AM (time can be adjusted)
  • Tour ends: Dubrovnik, Croatia. After breakfast
  • Average daily cycling distance: 30 km (supported upon previous agreement!)
  • Road Surface: paved
  • Suitable for families: yes


ITINERARY

  • 1
    Day 1

    Diocletian’s palace and Split town

    Upon your arrival in Split you will meet our representative and get familiar with the area; most important sites and dining areas, get your bike fitted and get explanation of all the bike routes and options. Most important site of Split is Diocletian’s Palace, now recognized on UNESCO’s World heritage list. The locals have their real homes molded in the old walls of the Palace and inside of it you will find numerous cafes and restaurants serving fresh Mediterranean food! In front of the Palace you might enjoy evening walk, along its beautiful waterfront promenade. Depending on your arrival, you can enjoy easy, car-free 17 km bike ride or go for a 40 km inland loop.

    Meals: -
    Distance biked: 17 km  -  Long option: 60 km, unsupported cycling (easy bike routes)
    Overnight: Split
    Highlights: Split, Diocletian’s Palace, coastal roads of Marjan hill


  • 2
    Day 2

    Sea kayaking in Split

    Today you are going for a 4 hour scenic sea-kayak adventure around Marjan peninsula. This is a perfect paddling experience for all beginners, as we keep close to the shore. After an introduction in paddling techniques and safety, we’ll start on our way around the peninsula. As the scenery changes from secluded bays in shaded pine forests to pebble beaches, we`ll stop for a dip in one of the bays - a perfect location for snorkeling as well! Explore the “wild side” of Split from the sea level perspective, just minutes away from busy city center! Don`t forget to pack your swimming gear as we stop for a swim and snorkeling in one of Marjan’s secluded coves.

    Meals: Breakfast
    Activity: Guided sea kayak 3 - 4 hours tour
    Distance biked: optional
    Overnight: Split
    Highlights: Sea kayak trip Split


  • 3
    Day 3

    Lavender roads, UNESCO sites and Hvar town

    Welcome to Island Hvar. For the morning ride we suggest easy ride around the UNESCO site of Stari Grad. Stari Grad (Old town) is an ancient Greek colony dating back to 400 B.C. Besides historical sites you will discover quite charming towns and roads where you will be cycling, passing next to private gardens, along the coast and olive groves. For the afternoon bike ride, take the famous and probably most beautiful road along the lavender fields to reach town Hvar. Once in Hvar town, enjoy a well-deserved coffee or aperitif at one of the most beautiful Venetian style piazzas in the Mediterranean and watch the world go by.

    Meals: Breakfast
    Distance biked: 45 km  -  Short option: 20 km, car/van support (during the climb)
    Overnight: Hvar town
    Highlights: Jelsa, Vrboska, UNESCO site of Stari Grad plain, beaches, lavender road, Hvar town


  • 4
    Day 4

    Sea kayaking Hvar

    After leisure breakfast you set off to the group of small islands called Pakleni Islands. The origin of the name goes back to old days when the islands were the main source of rosin for local shipbuilders. Today, just like then, the islands are covered with thick pine woods providing refreshing shade even during the hottest summer days. The route through narrow straits and along the islands reveals small hidden pebble beaches where you can enjoy the privilege of having, at least temporarily, a beach of your own, where you can swim, snorkel and relax. Returning back to Hvar around 2 PM. Overnight is Hvar town.

    Meals: Breakfast
    Activity: Guided sea kayak 3-4 hours tour
    Distance biked: optional 20 km
    Overnight: Hvar town
    Highlights: Sea kayak tour Hvar, Pakleni islands


  • 5
    Day 5

    Speed boat to Korčula Island

    After the private boat transfer, start with your bike ride on Island Korčula, about 46 kilometers to the town of Korčula.  Island was very early populated; even before Greek times! During the history it was chosen by Venetians as a spot to build their important walled city on the northern shores of the island. Therefore, nowadays, thanks to that, we have the most magnificent walled Korčula Old Town still preserved and almost intact for centuries where you spend next 2 nights. Enjoy the scenic south side of the island, with amazing views on beautiful hidden beaches and coves, ride along the small villages and hamlets and stop in some of the few great local Konoba (taverns) for most amazing locally prepared food!

    Meals: Breakfast
    Distance biked: 46 km, car/van support today for the bike ride
    Overnight: Korčula town
    Highlights: private boat ride, Korčula town, Island Korčula, charming stone villages, vineyards, local restaurants


  • 6
    Day 6

    Sea kayaking Korčula

    As you stay for another day in Korčula take a chance to explore the island of Korčula from the sea; its hidden coves, beautiful coastal villages surrounded with dark pine forests that cover the island. Guided sea kayaking tour takes you along islets scattered between Korčula, Lumbarda and Orebić. Besides monastery on Badija, stone quarries of Vrhnik you will enjoy crystalline waters and tranquility of Korčula’s archipelago. As for the cycling, there are few loop options today. Whatever you choose, you will be making your way past vineyards, olive groves and along beautiful coast of the island. Taste the traditional food; like homemade gnocchi, homemade macaroni, pašticada... and other meals which have been traditionally prepared by the locals for centuries... Some of the best Croatian white wines are produced on this island, which will just add flavor to your lunch or dinner. Did we mention Marco Polo lived here, and has started his life journey from Korčula?

    Meals: Breakfast
    Activity: Guided sea kayak 3 - 4 hours tour
    Optional distance biked: 36 km  -  Short option: 24 km  -  Long option: 85 km unsupported cycling (easy bike routes)
    Overnight: Korčula town
    Highlights: Korčula town, east side of Island Korčula, pebble and sandy beaches, vineyards


  • 7
    Day 7

    Pelješac peninsula and Dubrovnik

    Today, for your final ride, you will be cruising along Pelješac peninsula. You will be riding along vineyards of Dingač and Postup, made from the Plavac Mali vines, close cousin to Zinfandel of California, and Primitivo from Calabria. There are many wineries which can be visited along the ride. Enjoy the great views Pelješac is offering you, Mljet and Korčula Island on your right and mainland on your left. The ride today has a couple of hills, coastal rides, vineyards… Your final bike destination is Ston, from where you will be transferred to Dubrovnik. Ston, salt producing village on Pelješac peninsula was built in the 14th century town and has with the longest city walls in Europe - 5.5 km. Ston was important town for Dubrovnik Republic, which was the strongest and most prosperous in the 14th century which you are about to see!

    Meals: Breakfast
    Distance biked: 60 km, van support today during the ride
    Overnight: Dubrovnik
    Highlights: Peninsula Pelješac, Ston and Dubrovnik


  • 8
    Day 8

    From Dubrovnik to...

    Today after breakfast the tour ends. You might want to extend your stay in Dubrovnik and explore the historical sites along with magnificent wall that surrounds the old town!

    Meals: Breakfast


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3* and 4* accommodation

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Prices and Dates

CLASSIC (3* and 4* accom.)  2025
Period 01.04.-28.04. 29.04.-28.05. 29.05.-28.06. 29.06.-31.08. 01.09.-30.09. 01.10.-31.10.
Price per person      3,080.00 €      3,430.00 €      3,700.00 €      3,960.00 €      3,780.00 €      3,270.00 €
Single supplement         695.00 €         960.00 €      1,235.00 €      1,345.00 €      1,145.00 €         855.00 €

The price includes: 

  • 7-day accommodation and breakfast
  • Bike rental (road, hybrid or tandem bike) + lock, pump, spare tube, helmet and patch kit, rear rack bag
  • Our assistance which consists of bike fitting, detailed briefing with description of places you will be visiting en route, lunch options, marked map with options for shorter or longer route
  • All the ferry tickets and private boat transfers
  • 3 guided sea kayak tours
  • Luggage transfers
  • Car/van support on days 3,5 and 7 which are harder cycling days
  • GPS navigation for setup on mobile phones - (please note we do not provide mobile phone or phone adapter for the bike)
  • Bike water bottles (to be kept as a souvenir), small bike bag and a helmet
  • Travel planning assistance, pre-tour information, pre-post tour hotel/travel reservations or suggestions
  • Carefree holidays experienced with the best adventure company in Croatia

 

The price does not include:

  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Airport transfers
  • E-bike supplement (180,00 €)
  • Tips or any kind of gratitude
PREMIERE (4* accom.)  2025
Period 01.04.-28.04. 29.04.-28.05. 29.05.-28.06. 29.06.-31.08. 01.09.-30.09. 01.10.-31.10.
Price per person      3,500.00 €      3,920.00 €      4,330.00 €      4,660.00 €      4,480.00 €      3,840.00 €
Single supplement         710.00 €      1,320.00 €      1,670.00 €      1,870.00 €      1,830.00 €      1,245.00 €

The price includes: 

  • 7-day accommodation and breakfast
  • Bike rental (road, hybrid or tandem bike) + lock, pump, spare tube, helmet and patch kit, rear rack bag
  • Our assistance which consists of bike fitting, detailed briefing with description of places you will be visiting en route, lunch options, marked map with options for shorter or longer route
  • All the ferry tickets and private boat transfers
  • 3 guided sea kayak tours
  • Luggage transfers
  • Car/van support on days 3,5 and 7 which are harder cycling days
  • GPS navigation for setup on mobile phones - (please note we do not provide mobile phone or phone adapter for the bike)
  • Bike water bottles (to be kept as a souvenir), small bike bag and a helmet
  • Travel planning assistance, pre-tour information, pre-post tour hotel/travel reservations or suggestions
  • Carefree holidays experienced with the best adventure company in Croatia

 

The price does not include:

  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Airport transfers
  • E-bike supplement (180,00 €)
  • Tips or any kind of gratitude
EXCLUSIVE (4* and 5* acom.) 2025
Period 01.04.-28.04. 29.04.-28.05. 29.05.-28.06. 29.06.-31.08. 01.09.-30.09. 01.10.-31.10.
Price per person      4,530.00 €      5,070.00 €      6,060.00 €      6,150.00 €      6,090.00 €      5,060.00 €
Single supplement      1,975.00 €      2,460.00 €      3,230.00 €      3,325.00 €      3,295.00 €      2,475.00 €

The price includes: 

  • 7-day accommodation and breakfast
  • Bike rental (road, hybrid or tandem bike) + lock, pump, spare tube, helmet and patch kit, rear rack bag
  • Our assistance which consists of bike fitting, detailed briefing with description of places you will be visiting en route, lunch options, marked map with options for shorter or longer route
  • All the ferry tickets and private boat transfers
  • 3 guided sea kayak tours
  • Luggage transfers
  • Car/van support on days 3,5 and 7 which are harder cycling days
  • GPS navigation for setup on mobile phones - (please note we do not provide mobile phone or phone adapter for the bike)
  • Bike water bottles (to be kept as a souvenir), small bike bag and a helmet
  • Travel planning assistance, pre-tour information, pre-post tour hotel/travel reservations or suggestions
  • Carefree holidays experienced with the best adventure company in Croatia

 

The price does not include:

  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Airport transfers
  • E-bike supplement (180,00 €)
  • Tips or any kind of gratitude

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