Pearls of Dalmatia

Dubrovnik to Split

Day 1: Dubrovnik
Day 2: Dubrovnik - Island Šipan - Island Mijet, 7 + 18 mi. (11 + 30 km)
Day 3: Islands of Lastovo and Korčula,18 mi. (28 km)
Day 4: Korčula Island: Korčula Town - Vela Luka, 38 mi. (60 km)
Day 5: Hvar Island - Stari Grad, 13 mi. (22km)
Day 6: Hvar Island: Stari Grad - Jelsa - Island Brač, 13 mi. (22 km)
Day 7: Brač Island: Milna - Postira, Split, 18 mi. (29 km)
Day 8: Split

All distances are approximate. Any and all planned itineraries are subject to change, even on very short notice, due to changing wind and weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, docking location changes, lock repairs, etc.

Day 1: Dubrovnik
Individual journey to Dubrovnik. Check-in on board starts between 2 and 2.30 pm at Gruž, the town port. At about 4.30 pm, a guided tour through Dubrovnik is offered, where you will learn interesting details of the town’s history and visit the most impressive sites. The boat will spend the night in Gruž offering the guests an opportunity to experience Dubrovnik’s nightlife

Day 2: Dubrovnik - Island Šipan - Island Mijet, 7 + 18 mi. (11 + 30 km)
First on the agenda is the nearby island of Šipan. Šipan is the largest of the Elaphiti Islands, yet still humble in size. A great place for your first bike tour. Then, boarding the boat once again, you enjoy a cruise to the green island of Mljet- known as the honey island. With 70 % of its landmass covered by woodland, it is the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Homer mentioned this lovely island in his epic poem “Odyssey”. He made it a home for the Nymph Calypso and the legendary Greek king Odysseus, who could not resist Calypso and stayed on Mljet for seven years. You cycle from Sobra to Pomena where our ship awaits us for dinner. Overnight stay in Pomena.

Day 3: Islands of Lastovo and Korčula, 18 mi. (28 km)
Today the ship takes you to the island of Lastovo. This island is one of the smaller inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. Emperor Augustus appreciated the mild climate, and in Roman times it was even named “Augusta Insula” after him. Today’s cycle tour takes us across this beautiful island. The gold-colored white wine “Marastina”, known even beyond Croatia’s borders, is grown here. Back at the boat, it’s time to cast off! A crossing takes you over to Korčula Island, regarded as one of the most beautiful islands in Dalmatia. The picturesque town of Korčula with its fishbone alleyways competes with Venice for the honor of being the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. It is here that you spend the night and enjoy a guided city tour packed with fascinating anecdotes concerning the history of the city and the island.

Day 4: Korčula Island: Korčula Town - Vela Luka, 38 mi. (60 km)
Your cycle tour will feature the charming island of Korčula. A mild Mediterranean climate and a broad variety of different landscapes will accompany you. Take your time, and remember to take a break to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighboring islands. Dinner is served on board to replenish your strength after an active day. Overnight stay in the sheltered bay of Vela Luka.

Day 5: Hvar Island - Stari Grad, 13 mi. (22km)
The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on Hvar Island. Make use of the time before the cycle tour starts and go for a little stroll through the city. Standing on the magnificent Renaissance Square you can enjoy a view up to the Spanish fortress towering high above the city. Today's bike tour leads from the city of Hvar through small villages and lavender fields to Stari Grad on the opposite side of the island. The descent to Stari Grad offers breathtaking views. After a lunch break, you cycle through the green planes of the island to the seaside town of Jelsa. After a break for coffee and ice cream, you continue the round trip back to Stari Grad where we spend the night.

Day 6: Hvar Island: Stari Grad - Jelsa - Island Brač, 13 mi. (22 km)
You start your bike tour from Stari Grad to the picturesque harbor town of Jelsa and back. At the harbor take a break, over an ice cream or coffee, or take a stroll along the water's edge. On your way back to the boat, you will cycle through the quaint town of Vrboska and the UNESCO heritage site of Stari Grad Plains: an ancient Greek agricultural site that dates back to the 4th Century BC. You'll then board the boat for lunch and cruise back to Brač: famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was, among others, used for the White House in Washington and in the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. 

Day 7: Brač Island: Milna - Postira, Split, 18 mi. (29 km)
The route follows the northern coastline of Brač from Milna to Postira with scenic views over the Dalmatian Islands and mainland. Then, for the last time in an eventful week, you enjoy a cruise back to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Split. A guided city tour offers the chance to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and learn about its transformation into the city it has become. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives you time to celebrate the success of the week with fellow travelers and tour guides.

Day 8: Split
After breakfast disembarkation by 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.

Split to Dubrovnik

Day 1: Split
Day 2: Split - Island of Brač: Postira - Milna - Island of Hvar: Stari Grad - Jelsa - Stari Grad, 18 + 12 mi. (29 + 20 km)
Day 3: Hvar Island: Stari Grad - Hvar - Island Korčula, 14 mi. (22 km)
Day 4: Island Korčula: Vela Luka - Korcula City, 38 mi. (60 km)
Day 5: Island Korčula - Lastovo, 17 mi. (28 km)
Day 6: Mljet Island: Mijet National Park, 16 mi. (30 km)
Day 7: Mijet Island - Dubrovnik, 20 mi (33 km)
Day 8: Dubrovnik

Day 1: Split
Individual journey to Split. Check-in on board starts between 2 and 2.30 pm at Split Harbour. At about 4.30 pm, you will go on a guided city tour of Split which will give you the chance to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and to learn about its transformation into the city which it has become. The boat will spend the night in Split offering you an opportunity to experience the city by night.

Day 2: Split - Island of Brač: Postira - Milna - Island of Hvar: Stari Grad - Jelsa - Stari Grad, 18 + 12 mi. (29 + 20 km)
The boat will cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was, among others, used for the White House in Washington and in the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. On arrival in Brač, you will cycle along the picturesque northern coastline of the island from Postira to Milna. Before descending to Milna to meet the boat, you can enjoy wonderful views across the Dalmatian islands. You will then board the boat and enjoy a relaxing cruise and replenishing lunch on your way to the artist’s town of Stari Grad on the Island of Hvar. On arrival, you will participate in a second bike ride through the green planes of the island to the seaside town of Jelsa. After a break for coffee and ice cream, continue the round trip back to Stari Grad where you will spend the night.

Day 3: Hvar Island: Stari Grad - Hvar - Island Korčula, 14 mi. (22 km)
Today’s cycling tour leads you from Stari Grad to the capital city of Hvar on the opposite side of the Island. Your cycle tour leads you through the untamed lavender fields of the island and small villages all the while accompanied by incredible views across the Dalmatian coastline. On arrival, make use of the time and go for a little stroll through the city of Hvar before boarding the boat. Standing on the magnificent Renaissance Square you can enjoy a view up to the Spanish fortress towering high above the city. You will then board the boat for lunch and cruise to the harbor town of Vela Luka on the Island of Korčula for the night.

Day 4: Island Korčula: Vela Luka - Korcula City, 38 mi. (60 km)
Today’s cycle tour leads you across the charming island of Korčula all the way to Korčula city. A mild Mediterranean climate and a broad variety of different landscapes await you here. Take your time, and remember to take a break to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighboring islands. The picturesque town of Korčula with its fishbone alleyways competes with Venice for the honor of being the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. It is here that you spend the night and enjoy a guided city tour packed with fascinating anecdotes concerning the history of the city and the island.

Day 5: Island Korčula - Lastovo, 17 mi. (28 km)
In the morning, you depart the bustling city of Korcula and make your way to the tranquil island of Lastovo. On your way, enjoy a swim stop directly from the boat and a delicious lunch before setting off to explore the island on your bikes. The island is one of the smaller inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. Emperor Augustus appreciated the mild climate, and in Roman times it was even named “Augusta Insula” after him. The population of just over 800 still lives mainly from fishing in the waters rich in fish, agriculture, and viticulture. The gold-colored white wine “Marastina”, known even beyond Croatia’s borders, is grown here. A peaceful night in a secluded natural harbor is spent under a starry night sky.

Day 6: Mljet Island: Mijet National Park, 16 mi. (30 km)
In the morning, enjoy breakfast as the boat cruises to the green island of Mljet. It is green because 70% of its landmass is covered by woodland making it the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Homer mentioned this lovely island in his epic poem “Odyssey”. He made it a home for the Nymph Calypso and the legendary Greek king Odysseus, who could not resist Calypso and stayed on Mljet for seven years. After a refreshing swim stop from the boat and lunch on board you arrive in the harbor of Pomena and enjoy a round bike tour through the Mljet National Park in the afternoon. The night is spent in the harbor or Pomena.

Day 7: Mijet Island - Dubrovnik, 20 mi (33 km)
From Pomena, you will cycle the length of this wonderfully vegetated island, enjoying the shade of the trees along the way. Your boat will be waiting in the harbour of Sobra where you embark and enjoy the last cruise of the week to the grand city of Dubrovnik. After arrival in Dubrovnik, there is plenty of time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage city and to take part in a guided city tour. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives you time to celebrate the success of the week with fellow travelers and tour guides.

Day 8: Dubrovnik
After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.

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