Cycling from Split to Dubrovnik - self guided
Self guided cycling tour from Split to the "pearl of Adriatic" Dubrovnik This authentic weekly experience in south Croatia gets you behind the scene on Croatian lifestyle and Mediterranean culture. Discover best preserved Roman monuments in Split and stone quarries on the island of Brac, smell lavender fields on Hvar and enjoy the stillness of Korcula. Views on crystal clear water of the Adriatic sea, vineyards and picturesque towns on this tour will make your cycling holiday so unforgettable. Going along the Peljesac peninsula you’ll reach the pearl of Adriatic, an old town of Dubrovnik with gorgeous city walls and authentic people and lifestyle HIGHLIGHTS: Cycle the most beautiful areas of the Croatian coast, Discover beautiful Diocletian palace in Split, UNESCO world heritage site of Stari Grad, Brač,Pass along lavender fields to reach Hvar town Enjoy Korcula island Dubrovnik - the pearl of Adriatic
Cycle along the most beautiful areas of the Dalmatian coast!
You start your bike tour in Split, the city founded by Roman Emperor Diocletian that dates back to 300 A.D., Visit the island of Brač, Croatia’s third largest and the highest island in the Adriatic Sea. Brač is famous for its precious limestone, which was used to build Diocletian’s Palace in Split and the White House in Washington.
Bike along lavender fields to reach Hvar town
Discover stone quarries and stone masons, while cycling along sleepy villages of the island.Continue to cycle along ancient villages and coastal roads of island Hvar, the UNESCO world heritage site of Stari Grad and bike along lavender fields to reach Hvar town.Bike on the back roads of island Korčula and taste great homemade food, with Grk and Postup wine on a side. Discover Dubrovnik - the pearl of Adriatic.
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Self-guided Cycling from Split to Dubrovnik -6 days / 5 nights - Classic Hotels 3*/ 4*
Self-guided Cycling from Split to Dubrovnik - 6 days / 5 nights - Premiere Hotels 4*
Self-guided Cycling from Split to Dubrovnik - 6 days / 5 nights - Exclusive Hotels 4* / 5*
Itinerary
Upon your arrival in Split you will meet our representative and get familiar with the area, the most important sites and dining areas. You will get your bike fitted and a briefing on all bike routes and options.
The most important site of Split is Diocletian’s Palace, inscribed on UNESCO’s World heritage list. Locals have lived and still live in their homes, which are molded into the old walls of the Palace. Within the walls you will find numerous cafes and restaurants serving fresh Mediterranean food! In front of the Palace you might enjoy evening walks along its beautiful waterfront promenade.
Depending on your arrival, you can enjoy an easy, car-free 20 km bike ride or take a 80 km loop into the interior of the land.
Distance biked: 0-20 km, extra 80 km
Overnight: Split
Highlights: Diocletian’s palace, Marjan hill, Split
Peristil 3*
Marmont Heritage Hotel
Today you depart for island Brač, the biggest and highest of all central Dalmatian islands.
There you can expect various riding options and distances, from easy 25 km to big 80km+ loop rides, fisherman villages, museums and art gallery. Island Brac is famous for its stone – the White house in Washington and Diocletian’s palace are just some sites that were built with that stone! All the ancient villages and towns on Brac are kind of an exhibition of fine stone work!
Whatever you choose you will have great views on the mainland and ride along olive groves and vineyards!
Return to Split with the late afternoon ferry.
Distance biked: 0-80 km
Overnight: Split
Highlights: Island Brač, ancient inland villages and coastal towns, art galleries and museums, laid back island lifestyle
After the ferry ride from Split to Hvar, we suggest an easy morning 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 quiet, charming towns and roads where you will bike along beautiful gardens, the coast and olive groves. For the afternoon bike ride, take the famous and probably most beautiful road along lavender fields to reach town Hvar.
Distance biked: 20-60 km
Overnight: Hvar town
Highlights: Jelsa, Vrboska and many small villages, Stari Grad, UNESCO site of Stari Grad plain, museums, beaches, lavender fields, Hvar town
Start the day with another boat transfer. This time you depart for Island Korčula. Your bike ride on island Korčula is about 46 kilometres away from the town of Korčula. The island was very early populated, even before Greek times and evidences can be seen on your ride! During its history the Venetians chose the northern shores of the island to build a walled city that was of high importance to their power in that area. Thanks to them, we have now the most magnificent walled old town of Korčula that is still preserved and almost architecturally untouched for centuries, which will be your place to stay for the next 2 nights. Enjoy the scenic southern side of the island, with amazing views on beautiful hidden beaches and coves, ride along small villages and hamlets and stop in some of the few great local konoba (tavern) for amazing locally prepared food!
Distance biked: 46 km, extra ride 10 km
Accommodation: Korčula town
Highlights: private boat ride, Korčula town, island Korcula, coastal ride, charming little villages, vineyards, local restaurants
As you stay for another day in Korčula take a chance to explore the island of Korčula; its hidden coves, beautiful old towns, unique small villages and dark pine forests that cover the island. There are a few loop options today. Whatever you choose, you will be making your way past vineyards, olive groves and along the beautiful coast of the island. Taste 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 was born here and has started his life journey from Korčula?
Distance biked: 0-36 km, extra ride 20 km
Accommodation: Korčula town
Highlights: Korčula town, island Korčula, coastal ride, charming little villages, vineyards, local restaurants and wineries
Today after breakfast we will transfer you to Dubrovnik, where the tour ends. You might want to extend your stay in Dubrovnik and explore the historical sites along the magnificent walls that surround the old town!
Distance biked: 0 km
Accommodation: on your own in Dubrovnik
Highlights: Dubrovnik
Map
Here you can find tracks and accommodation.
Conditions
Price includes
- 5 day accommodation (bed & breakfast in 2 bedded rooms) in Split (2 nights), Hvar (1 night), Korčula (2 nights)
- Bike rental (alu 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
- Luggage transfers
- GPS navigation for your mobile phone
Not included in price
- Travel insurance
- Shuttles during the riding time
- All lunches and dinners
- Tips or any kind of gratitude
- Airport transfers (can be organized at additional cost)
- Accommodation in Dubrovnik (Day 6)
- E- bike supplement (180,00 €)
- Carbon road bike supplement (250,00 €)
