Day 1:
Split – Island Of Šolta (approx. 25 km / 15 miles of cycling)
Check in up until 13.00 h in Split harbour. Our first destination is the island of Šolta. Next to walled-in fields you can see olive groves, fig trees, and carob trees. The many lavender and rosemary plants give the island its spicy scent. In the evening you will ferry over to Brač Island and spend the night in the harbor of Milna, whose picturesque natural stone houses form the border of a deep bay.

Day 2:
Island Of Brač (approx. 45 km / 28 miles of cycling)
This first stage begins with a long, but even climb to the crest of a hill, past mulberry and fig trees, pine forests, olive groves and vineyards. The famous Vugaca (white) and Murvica (red) come from this island. The white marble visible here was used for, among other things, the White House in Washington. The breathtaking panoramic views of the neighbouring Island of Hvar on the descent to the beach at Bol are well worth the effort of the ascent. In Bol one can see the Golden Horn (Zlatni Rat), a sand spit whose point turns from one side to the other with the wind. After a break for swimming and a stroll through Bol township, we sail further to the Island of Hvar, the longest Adriatic island, where we anchor for the night in Jelsa harbour.

Day 3:
Island Of Hvar
The Island of Hvar is above all famous for its multi-coloured fields of rosemary and lavender. It is sometimes called the lavender island. Olives hang on the trees, and in Autumn the oranges shine in the sun. The clear blue sea contrasts beautifully with the ancient towns and villages of Hvar. Hvar also receives more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the Adriatic (2718 hours a year). This leg of journey makes its way through the many small villages on the island with their picturesque stone houses. The tour stops at the historical Hvar town. As well as the Cathedral the town contains many late Gothic palaces. There is an opportunity to visit the cathedral and the historical Theatre. In the evening the ships moves to the Island of Vis.

Day 4:
Island Of Korčula (approx. 45 km / 28 miles of cycling)
The peaceful and secluded gardens of Cypress trees here make Korčula perhaps the most beautiful of the Adriatic islands. The cycling tour continues to Blato, a town which like Rome was built on seven hills. We continue over a 300m / 980 ft high street to Smokvica, which along with Venice, proclaims to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. The destination is the medieval town of Korčula with its narrow winding streets. Here we spend the night on board the ship.

Day 5:
Island Of Mljet National Park (approx. 20 km / 12 miles of cycling)
The Island of Mljet is also known as Honey-Island. In the twelfth century Benedictine created a monastery here, beautifully secluded, and surrounded by pine and oak forests. Today this area is a National Park and the highpoint of any tour of Dalmatian. The pine forest here is one of the most spectacular in the Mediterranean region. On the bikes we tour around the saltwater-lake, in which there is actually another island. The ship brings you that evening to the Pelješac peninsula.

Day 6:
Pelješac Peninsula – Makarska (approx. 30 km / 18 miles of cycling)
Pelješac is a peninsula where the life is very much as on an island. In the morning the cycle-tour leads you into the backcountry and past the most famous wine growing area in Dalmatia (the delightful Dingač comes from here) and on to Orebić. On an idyllic day we cycle on until we get to a climb that brings us up to almost 1,000 ft above sea-level. From here you will enjoy a magnificent view to the neighbouring Island of Korčula. A downhill route of almost 4 miles leads us to Lovište, a small town in the north of the island, where lunch will be served on the ship. Our vessel brings us to popular holiday resort of Makarska at the foot of 5,500 ft high Biokovo mountain range. The rocks of that impressive mountain make Makarska coastline impressive as they reach high above the waterline.

Day 7:
Omiš – Split (approx. 58 km / 36 miles of cycling)
Another bike tour on the mainland leads us from Omiš along the valley of the Cetina river right underneath the Mosor Mountain. We will pedal through landscapes with ever changing scenery while small and quiet roads lead us back to the city of Split. In Split you can take a tour of the important Roman Diocletian-Palace. After a relaxed city walk in this world-wide unique historic town return to your boat.

Day 8:
Split
After breakfast disembark for your onward travel.

Departures from SPLIT on SATURDAYS at 1.00pm (check in 11.00am)

Deck Categories:
On Deck Twin Share (with ensuite)
On Deck Single (with ensuite)
Under Deck Twin ( with ensuite)
Under Deck Singel (with ensuite)

• On Deck Cabins are situated on main and top deck
• Two towels for personal use per person supplied
• Towels can be rented for €3 & beach towels €4 per week
• Ships vary in size with most carrying between 20 - 40 passengers
• Most Twin Cabins are bunk beds. Double beds on request basis but not guaranteed
• Rates for non cycling passengers available on request
• Group Prices Available – minimum numbers apply
• The Captain reserves the right to change the route in the case of bad weather conditions or emergency
• Departures are guaranteed, but Cruise Company reserves the right to cancel departures with less than 10 participants
• Meal & Drink Supplements are available and can be requested in advance
• This cruise may not be suitable for persons with restricted mobility
• Prices are correct at time of print, all fares are subject to availability


Supplement costs per person :

• Fuel Surcharge NZD$108 - prepaid with tour
  
• Visitor & Port Taxes €16 - paid in Croatia
  
• National Park Entrance *€10 – 15 - paid in Croatia
  

*Price varies with season & park

Home to the world's best kept secrets - Croatia

About Croatia
Boasting an incredible 1,778km of coastline (5,790km if you count the islands), Croatia is defined by blue seas, gorgeous pebble beaches, rolling green hills, mountain ranges, golden Renaissance cities and a delightful nature - widely reputed to offer visitors greater value and with far fewer crowds than most European hot spots. Croatia's offshore islands are arguably amongst the most beautiful in the world; over 1,100 of them are uninhabited.

The scenery includes mesmerizing historical architecture such as age-old castles and stone churches, vineyards, olive groves and rolling hills of lavender and flowers as well as mountain ranges.

Geography
Croatia's coast is divided into the regions of Istria, Kvarner and Dalmatia. Istria is the northernmost tourist region in Croatia and offers a beautiful coastline as well as a green interior.

The Kvarner region, thanks to its favourable climate, has a 150 year tradition in elite and health tourism.

Dalmatia is Croatia's largest tourist region and is home to Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage List city.

Food
Seafood is a specialty along the coastline, unsurprisingly! Also, like in many Mediterranean countries pizza, pasta and meat dishes are commonly on the menu. Croatian beers are of a high quality and virtually every region produces its own varieties of wine.

When to visit
April to September are the best months to visit Croatia weather-wise. The high season is from July to August but by September and October the prices are generally reduced and crowds have thinned out.