Highlights
Split – Diocletians Palace UNESCO World Heritage Site
Trogir – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Korčula – birth place of the great explorer, Marco Polo (UNESCO tentative list)
Dubrovnik – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Central and south Dalmatia on two wheels, well why not! You will be hopping through busy small towns in order to cycle on quiet coastal roads. There will still be time to visit some of the cultural sites like Diocletian’s Palace and famous City Walls of Dubrovnik or to enjoy a refreshing swim and a glass of the tasty ˝Grk˝ vine.
Itinerary / 8 days
Arrival to Split airport and a public bus transfer to Trogir.
Exploring Čiovo Island just a small bridge away from Trogir with beautiful views on the Island of Šolta and Split.
Public bus transfer to Split. Some free time to roam the cobbled streets of the Diocletian’s Palace before taking an afternoon catamaran to Korčula.
Leisure cycling day to visit the nearby village of Lumbarda famous for the sandy beach Pržina. Possible swim and a vine tasting on return in Milina Bire vinery also known for the Grk vine.
Today we embark on a cycling tour around the central part of eastern Korcula, discovering the old villages of Žrnovo and Pupnat that dominate the fertile fields, vineyards and olive growths of Korcula interior.
Depending on the period of travelling, morning public bus or catamaran to Dubrovnik.
Relaxing day in Dubrovnik for visiting the City Walls, taking a cable car to Srđ or sail to the Lokrum Island for a tranquil swim or a walk in its botanical garden.
Circular cycling route in Konavle region a serene agricultural area in the hinterlands of Dubrovnik. End of the tour in Grude village, followed by a tasting of local wine and products. Return transfer to Dubrovnik.
Public bus to Dubrovnik airport (optional taxi). Departure flight.
Cycling profile
Number of days cycling: 4
Level: easy to moderate / self-guided
Average daily distance: 35 km / 21,5 miles
Terrain: medium altitude differences (up to 500m); mostly paved roads, with segments of well maintaned gravel roads
DATE | Price per person in DOUBLE ROOM |
Price per person in SINGLE ROOM |
---|---|---|
April | 540€ | 790€ |
May | 560€ | 820€ |
June | 590€ | 880€ |
July | 640€ | 960€ |
August | 640€ | 960€ |
September | 560€ | 880€ |
October | 540€ | 790€ |
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
2 nights in Trogir, 3* hotel, Bed & Breakfast service
3 nights in a small family run bed and breakfast in Korčula
2 nights in a small family run bed and breakfast in Dubrovnik
All accommodations are small family run hotels/bed and breakfast in walking distance to the major cultural sites. All accommodations have en-suite bathrooms.
Eating & drinking
All breakfasts are included throughout. This program will give you a chance to taste the gastronomical Mediterranean cuisine mixed with lamb and veal meat, potatoes, cheese, local grown vegetables and fruits recommended by our local representatives.
Vaccinations and Visa
Visas are not required by the following nationalities: British and other EU countries, Nationals of Australia, New Zealand, United States and Canada. Other nationalities should check with the relevant authorities. There are no specific health risks.
Holiday style
This program is dedicated to nature lovers who like to do medium difficulty cycling, usually up to 45km distance, with altitude difference of a maximum 500m. Cycling rutes follow mostly paved roads, with segments of well maintaned gravel road
Some cycling experience is desirable, although anyone with a reasonable level of fitness can do the program.
If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to call us
More info
Guides:
This is a self-guided holiday but if you want our expert local guide please contact us for details. More about our guides on https://vmd.hr/eng/about-us/our-guides/
Weather & seasonality
This cycling tour will mostly follow seaside roads and some of them will take you to the inner parts of the Island of Korčula. Climate can be various but our tours are run in periods when the weather is usually stable, be sure to be ready for sun, rain and wind. Strong north wind ˝Bura˝ can be quite unpleasant so make sure you pack some warmer wind stoppers but also a hat and sun glasses for the strong Adriatic sun.
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