Itinerary
E-Bike & Boat Highlights of Dalmatia Plus
from Dubrovnik to Split
8 days / 7 nights | Guided bike tours
up to aprx. 142 miles/233 km by e-bike | Level 1
If you would like to experience the region of South Dalmatia in all its glory as well as Dubrovnik with its amazing city walls, this e-bike and boat tour is an excellent choice for you! Discover this sparsely populated area of Croatia on board a charming motor yacht. Breath-taking scenic experiences and cultural attractions await you. The highlights of the trip include the town centre of Dubrovnik and Split, both of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We cycle the islands of Mljet, Vis, Korčula, Hvar, and Brač and get the opportunity to experience sea and land, culture and nature firsthand.
Our proud motor yacht Harmonia is your home for this unforgettable week. Welcoming, roomy cabins with private bathrooms, a comfortable sundeck as well as a stylish salon are all at your disposal onboard the ship.
The direction of this tour alternates each week.
Highlights of this bike and boat trip
✔ Dubrovnic, listet on the UNESCO world heritage list
✔ Split, listet on the UNESCO world heritage list
✔ The Diocletan's palace in Split
✔ The island Mljet and its salt lakes
Itinerary 2024
Day 1 (Fri): Dubrovnik (Embarkation)
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 we hear some interesting details of the town’s history and visit the most impressive sites. The boat will spend the night in Gruž providing the opportunity to experience Dubrovnik’s nightlife.
Day 2 (Sat): Dubrovnik – Island Šipan – Island Mljet (aprx. 7 mi./11 km + aprx. 15.5 mi./25 km)
In the morning we cross over to the nearby island of Šipan. Šipan is the largest of the Elaphiti Islands, yet still humble in size. A great place for our first bike tour and to get used to riding in a group. After our first tour we board the boat and enjoy a cruise to the green island of Mljet. 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. We arrive in the harbor of Pomena and enjoy a round tour on our bikes through the Mljet National Park. The night is spent in the harbor of Pomena.
Day 3 (Sun): Pelješac Peninsula: Trstenik – Orebić – Island Korčula (aprx. 15.5 mi./25 km)
During breakfast a short cruise brings us to the harbour of Trstenik on the Pelješac Peninsula. Pelješac can be recognised from far away with its impressive 3280 ft./ 1.000m high Sv. Ilija mountain range. The famous local wines named Plavac and Dingač originate from this unique wine region where vineyards can be found firmly rooted into the steep mountainside. Today's bicycle ride takes us along the coastline from Trstenik to Orebić where the boat will wait for us with a delicious lunch (a short 4km distance of the tour is ridden on gravel roads to avoid the traffic of the busy main road). With lunch on board, we set off towards 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 we spend the night and enjoy a guided city tour packed with fascinating anecdotes concerning the history of the city and the island.
Day 4 (Mon): Korčula Island: Korčula town – Vela Luka (Cycling aprx. 37.5 mi./60 km)
Today’s cycle tour leads us across the charming island of Korčula. A mild Mediterranean climate and a broad variety of different landscapes accompany us on the tour today. 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 our strength after an active day. Overnight stay in the sheltered by of Vela Luka.
Day 5 (Tue): Island Vis (aprx. 20 mi./32 km)
In the morning we leave the island of Korčula behind and enjoy a breakfast cruise to the island of Vis with a possible swim stop from the boat before arrival. Vis is the furthermost inhabited island from mainland Croatia. A Greek colony called Issa settled on the island 2,300 years ago. Due to its strategic location it was a military zone until 1995 and prohibited for foreign tourists. In the afternoon we have the opportunity to explore the lovely island by bicycle. From the town of Vis we cycle once around the entire island with a coffee stop in the harbour of Komiža . The night is spent in the harbour of Vis.
Day 6 (Wed): Island Hvar: Hvar Town – Jelsa – Stari Grad (aprx. 24 mi./40 km)
The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on the island of the same name. Make use of the time before the bike tour begins to 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 takes us from the Hvar town up a steady climb through small villages and lavender fields to the harbour town of Jelsa on the opposite side of the island. The descent down to Jelsa offers breath-taking views. After Ice cream and coffee in Jelsa, our ride continues through the picturesque town of Vrboska and through the ancient Greek plains, now a protected UNESCO heritage site, to the artistic village of Stari Grad where our boat awaits our arrival. The night is spent in Stari Grad.
Day 7 (Thu): Brač Island: Milna – Pučišća (aprx. 24 mi./40 km)
In the morning we cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was used in part for the White House in Washington as well as for the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once on Brač, we start our bike tour from Milna to the picturesque harbour town of Pučišća. Climbing our way over the island we have spectacular views across the Dalmatian coast. Along the way we take time to interact with the locals before continuing along the coast from Postira to Pučišća where our boat awaits us for lunch and the final cruise of the week to the UNESCO world heritage city of Split. On a guided city tour, we get the opportunity to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and learn about its transformation into the city it is today. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives us plenty of time to celebrate the wonderful week with fellow travellers and tour guides.
Day 8 (Fri): Split (Disembarkation)
After breakfast disembarkation until 9 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.
Please note: All cycling distances stated above are approximate only.
Itinerary changes: We reserve the right to make changes to the planned itinerary due to changing wind and weather conditions as well as organizational requirements.
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MS Harmonia
MS Harmonia (Deluxe)
(all cabins with shower/toilet)
At 38 x 8.3 m the MY Harmonia is an elegant, pearly-white motor yacht. This two masted beauty meets the highest expectations with her 16 luxurious guest cabins including tiled bathrooms with shower cabins/WC.
The salon and numerous sun mats and beds on deck are at the guest’s disposal. With the bathing platform at the stern, taking a dip in the sea is uncomplicated – unrestricted bathing fun is guaranteed. The Harmonia is the second boat of the Serka family that enriches our Islandhopping deluxe fleet. The experienced crew and the captain offer a warm-hearted and considerate service, leaving no wish unattended to.
Travel Dates & Prices 2024
E-Bike & Boat Highlights of Dalmatia Plus - MS Harmonia
Blue Sea discount
100 Euro discount per person for all departures in July and August (except voyages starting in June and ending in September).
The offer is valid from 01.05.24 for all new bookings until 31.05.24 and cannot be combined with other discounts such as child discount and discount for 3rd/4th person in a cabin.
Travel Dates and Prices 2024 per Person
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Travel Dates
Prices 2024 per Person in €
S. 1
S. 2
S. 3
S. 4
Twin Below Deck
1690,-
1790,-
1890,-
1990,-
Supplement On Deck
250,-
250,-
250,-
250,-
Season 1
Apr 12 - Mai 03
Season 2
June 28 - Aug. 9 / Oct. 4 - Oct. 18
Season 3
Mai 10 - Jun 21
Season 4
Aug 16 - Sep 09
Optional services / Notes
Supplement cabin on deck
250,- €
Supplement single cabin below deck
600,- €
Supplement single cabin on deck
800,- €
E-Bike/week
225,- €
gravel or road bike/week
180,- €
Bike insurance /week
25,- €
* All-round carefree package (arrival by car)
on r.
* Private airport transfer/p. pers./way
on r.
- * on request
- Minimum number of participants: 14
Services included
- 8-day trip on a motorized yacht with crew
- 7 nights in a twin cabin below deck with shower/toilet
- 2 x full board and 5 x half board
- Guided cycling tours as described in the itinerary
- Overview-maps for the daily tours (on board)
- City tour in Dubrovnik, Korčula and Split
- Bed linen and towels
- English speaking tour guide
Not included in the tour price:
- Journey to Dubrovnik/from Split
- Flat rate for bottled water and tourist taxes 60 euro for adults or 30 euro for children up to age 16 (to be paid to the captain)
- Beverages on board (tally sheet; to be paid to the captain)
- Meals and beverages ashore
- Entrance fee for sights not included in the tour price
- Taxi ride from Dubrovnik airport to the ship (aprx. 40 euro/ride)/from ship to Split airport (aprx. 20 euro/ride)
- Travelling by car: public guarded parking (Dubrovnik/prices displayed on site)
- Tips for crew and tour guides
Price reductions
With three or four people sharing a cabin, we allow a 50 % discount on the basic tour price for the third and fourth person, regardless of age.
Children up to age 16 receive a discount of 25 % on the basic tour price (not combinable with the 50 % discount); Surcharge for single cabin use will be added.
Rental bikes
E-Bikes: Clients who wish to be supported by a tail-wind and seek to hire an e-bike will receive a high-quality pedelec, powered mainly by a Bosch motor capable of covering long distances, and characterized by their light weight and great components. Alternative drive systems may also be used. Standard components of our e-bikes in varying frame sizes include, 28 inch hollow chamber rims with puncture-proof touring tires, high-quality derailleur gears and break systems, a carrier and a sturdy bike stand, touring saddle as well as mudguards and a pannier rack. Unfortunately there is no possibility to reserve one particular bike-brand in advance.
Hybrid Bikes: Those choosing to rent a hybrid bike will receive a reliable, low maintenance, aluminum frame bike in the suitable size. Our hybrid bikes are equipped with 28 inch hollow chamber rims with puncture-proof touring tires, high-quality derailleur gears and break systems, a carrier and a sturdy bike stand, touring saddle as well as mudguards and a pannier rack. Unfortunately there is no possibility to reserve one particular bike-brand in advance.
Pannier: For the duration of the tour we supply you with a waterproof pannier by Ortlieb, a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc. The use of our the panniers is free of charge.
Requirement to wear a helmet
Helmet use is mandatory on all cycle tours. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own (well-fitted) helmet. Rental helmets are available in limited numbers (reservation requested).
Own e-bikes are not allowed
E-Bike Level 1
E-bike tours suitable for Islandhoppers with a good basic level of fitness. The tours and the elevation gain are very manageable with an e-bike (25-60 km and 400-700 m of elevation per day)
Guided group pace
On our e-bike tour programs, the riding pace is determined by the cyclists on e-bikes. Guests who are taking part on these tours on a gravel bike should have the necessary physical condition to keep up with this pace. We thank you for your understanding.
Children
We believe that only children in a good physical condition and with a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the cycle tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1.20 m (4 ft.) for hybrid bicycles and 1.50 m (4.5 ft.) for e-bikes. Helmets must be worn by all children up to age 16 in Croatia.
Catering
The on-board chef is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering consists of 2 x full board and 5 x half board. It starts with the dinner on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.
Language
Due to our international audience all Islandhopping tours are conducted bilingually, in English and German.
Transfers
Private airport transfer between Dubrovnik airport and Gruž harbor: price on request (min. 2 pax)
Private airport transfer between Split harbor and Split Airport: price on request (min. 2 pax)
How to get to Dubrovnik or Split
Your embarkation harbour will vary, depending on the direction of your tour, between Split and Dubrovnik. Please check your booking confirmation for the harbor relevant to your tour.
Arrival by plane
Please be aware, when booking flights, that your tour will either start in Split and end in Dubrovnik or viceversa. Please check your booking confirmation for the harbor relevant to your tour. The direction of your tour can be seen on your booking confirmation. We recommend booking a ‘multi-stop’ flight.
The airport of Split (SPU) is situated about 23 km Split port. You may take a taxi from the airport to the boat (aprx. € 20,–/way).
The airport of Dubrovnik is situated about 15 km from the port of Gruz in Dubrovnik, your port of embarkation. You may take a taxi from the airport to the boat (aprx. € 40,–/way). Please make sure, that your flight arrives not later than 2.30 pm if you want to participate at our guided tour through Dubrovnik.
To investigate and book a suitable flight you can for example use the following websites:
– www.opodo.com
– www.flights.com