National parks of Dalmatia by bicycle and boat

 

Croatia has a beautiful and well-indented coast with thousands of islands, reefs and bays. Numerous romantic ruins, charming hills, countless natural beauties and phenomena are waiting to be discovered. We invite you to spend a week on a ship cruising between the mainland and the sea. Good cuisine, an open-minded crew and knowledgeable tour guides are expecting you. You will visit two national parks and the islands of Central Dalmatia, starting from Trogir. Highlights include UNESCO-Protected old town of Trogir, Primosten, Sibenik with its famous cathedral, Zadar, National Parks Krka-Waterfalls and Kornati Islands. Trogir can easily be reached via Split Airport.

Spend your days cycling, and nights on board of our motor yacht, which will be accompanying you throughout the whole trip. On a romantic motor yacht - your floating accomodation – you discover the charm of the Adriatic in your own special way.

You cycle off after a hearty breakfast. At midday meet the ship at a harbour for lunch. In the evening the ship will be waiting in the next harbour, so that you can enjoy fantastic cuisine as the sun sets, followed by a stroll through the historic harbour town. Finally, settle down in your cabin to sleep - or stay on deck under a thousand stars....

Schedule

Day 1 Trogir - Rogoznica (approx. 7-17 km/4-11 mi. by bicycle)
Individual arrival, either by car to Trogir or by plane to Split. After checking in on the motor yacht at Trogir and a first lunch on board, our first cruise starts leading us to Rogoznica. In the afternoon we will start a round tour cycling along the wide bay; you may also visit the idyllic village in 150m of altitude.

Day 2 (Sun) Rogoznica – Primošten – Šibenik – Skradin, 12 + 10 km (7 + 6 mi.)
In the morning you will bike to Primošten. Your motor yacht will then take you through a narrow passage to Šibenik. After visiting the famous cathedral, your ship will take off again and advance further and further up the Krka river. In the evening you will arrive in Skradin, from where you will explore the magnificent lower waterfalls of Krka in the national park of the Canyon of Krka, a geological peculiarity under protection. Here the Krka meanders the first 10 km through a flat region, the following 40 km through canyons and then 20 km through lakes, which are connected with the Adriatic.

Day 3 (Mon) Vodice – Murter – Telašćica (approx. 27 km/17 mi. by bicycle)
In the morning we cycle from Vodice to the island of Murter, which is connected with the mainland by a lift bridge. We will meet the ship for dinner in a romantic quiet harbor. In the afternoon we go on a cruise through the national park of the Kornati islands, an archipelago of crystal clear waters known for its diverse flora and fauna. In the peaceful atmosphere of the Telašćica nature park we go for a walk along the impressing cliffs of the island.

Day 4 (Tue) Island of Dugi Otok (approx. 30 km-65 km/19-40 mi. by bicycle)
Our bike tour begins in Telašćica Nature Park along a virtually traffic-free road. Along a panoramic road, we ride clear across the island. During the ride we’re treated to countless unforgettable vistas of the islands in the deep blue sea. We meet our ship in the harbor of Savar and have lunch. Afterwards the ship takes us to Zadar, which, for centuries, was the political, cultural and spiritual centre of Dalmatia. Our tour guide takes us on an extensive walk through the lanes of the lively old centre. 3000 years of history have left their imprint on the character of this town and there are many things to be admired: the mighty fortified walls with their bastions, the loggia but also the early Romanesque St. Donatus Basilica.

Day 5 (Wed) Island Pašman and Ugljan – Skradin (Cycle Tour approx. 35 km/22 mi. by bicycle)
During the breakfast the boat will cross over to Island Ugljan situated at the channel of Zadar. Today we will have lots of cycling time to discover the two islands which are now connected by a bridge. Beautiful views to the sea and the opposite mainland will be enabled while cycling along the east coast. Afterwards our boat will pass Sibenik and the lower course of the river Krka; cruise along the river windings until we will reach Skradin.

Day 6 (Thurs) National Park of Krka – Island Zlarin (Cycle Tour approx. 31 km/19 mi.)
The magnificent port of Skradin is today’s start point for a wonderful morning cycle tour. We will cycle though forestry valleys to the Visovac- lake which is situated on the upper course of the river Krka. Here a bathing stop can be enjoyed. On calm roads and through introspective villages we will return to Skradin. In the afternoon we start from here to visit the most famous part of the National park of Krka with its unique waterfalls. Later on the boat will take us to the coral island Zlarin.

Day 7 (Fri) Island of Solta (approx. 15 or 40 km/9 or 25 mi. by bicycle)
In the morning our motor yacht will take us to island Solta. Olive and fig trees and farmland surround the streets. The spicy smell of lavender and rosmary will follow you throughout the whole tour around the silent island until we reach the village Grohote. During mid day our last cruise will take us back to Trogir. Here we will have enough time to visit the world cultural heritage and medieval old town. After dinner it is time to say good bye to crew and travel guides.

Day 8 (Sat) Departure
The guests are asked to check out after breakfast, i.e. at 9 am.

Alterations: We reserve the right to make alterations to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organisational requirements.

Bringing Children: We believe that only children in a good physical condition and of a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the bike-tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1,40 m (4.6 ft.)

Accommodation

Ship Romantica (all cabins with shower/toilet)

• Captain Jure's Romantica, our brandnew ship in Croatia, was launched only in May 2007.

• The ship is 32 m (35 yards) long and 7,6 m (8 yards) wide and possesses a solid structural steelwork which, as the name says, connects romance with modern design and functionality.

• Captain Jure pays a lot of attention to the elegant appaearance of his ship. 17 comfortably equipped double cabins with a size of 9-10 square meters also offer sufficient area to accommodate larger groups.

• The generous cabins feature updated decor. The far sun deck offers couch mats for sunbathing and relaxing.A feature of the ship is a platform at the tail of the ship, from which you can take a swim in the sea with easy access

Ship KAPETAN JURE (all cabins with shower/toilet)
The KAPETAN JURE is a 27-metre-long and 7-metre-wide comfortable and spacious wooden motor yacht that was built in 2000. 11 of the 15 cabins are on deck. 10 of these are furnished with the two beds arranged side by side, while one cabin has bunk beds. The remaining 4 cabins are below deck, and are furnished with a French bed (140 cm wide) and a porthole. Captain Anton and his crew form an experienced team, which knows how to pamper their guests with delicious specialties. The cabins have simple, but functional equipment and are furnished with two beds and a small wardrobe or an open shelf. There is enough space for sleeping and storing a sea bag or a travel bag. Due to the shape of the ship’s hull, the size of the cabins may vary. However, a price differentiation is made only with respect to cabins “on deck” and “below deck”.

Catering
The cook on board is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and two warm meals a day. The full board starts with the lunch on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.

Guided tour
The tour will generally be guided in German language. One of the guides will translate into English for non-German-speaking participants.

 

 

Dates & Price for 2013

Apr, 13 - Apr, 20	890 Euro pp on ship Kapetan Jure
Apr, 20 - Apr, 27	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Apr, 27 - May, 04	890 Euro pp on ship Kapetan Jure
May, 04 - May, 11	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
May, 11 - May, 18	890 Euro pp on ship Kapetan Jure
May, 18 - May, 25	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
May, 25 - Jun, 01	890 Euro pp on ship Kapetan Jure FULLY BOOKED
Jun, 01 - Jun, 08	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Jun, 08 - Jun, 15	890 Euro pp on ship Kapetan Jure
Jun, 29 - Jul, 06	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Jul, 13 - Jul, 20	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Jul, 27 - Aug, 03	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Aug, 10 - Aug, 17	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Aug, 17 - Aug, 24	890 Euro pp on ship Kapetan Jure
Aug, 24 - Aug, 31	1.020 Euro pp on ship Romantica
Aug, 31 - Sep, 07	890 Euro pp on ship Karpetan Jure
Sep, 07 - Sep, 14	1.020 Euro pp on the ship Romantica FULLY BOOKED
Sep, 14 - Sep, 21	890 Euro pp on ship Karpetan Jure
Sep, 28- Oct, 05	890 Euro pp on ship Karpetan Jure
Oct, 05 - Oct, 12	1.020 Euro pp on the ship Romantica
Oct, 12 - Oct, 19	890 Euro pp on the ship Karpetan Jure FULLY BOOKED

Minimum: 16 participants
Maximum: 30 participants

Accommodation	Double cabin below deck per person; all 17 cabins have private shower/toilet and an individual adjustable air conditioning system. 8 double cabins are below deck, 4 of them have seperate beds. 9 cabins are situated above deck, 4 of them have seperate beds. Single beds are approx. 200 x 90 cm (78 x 35 inches) and double beds approx. 200 x 160 cm big.(78.7 x 64 inches)
Days/nights	8 days/7 nights
Included services	8-day-trip on a motor yacht with a crew of four 7 nights on a motor yacht in a double cabin with shower/toilet 7 x full board on the ship Bed linen and towels English-speaking tour guide 7 guided cycling tours as described in itinerary Entrance fees of the National parks Maps of the single cycling trips
Additional optional services	Charge for a cabin on deck: 50 Euro/person Charge for a single cabin below deck: 300 Euro (on request limited offer Charge for a single cabin on deck: 400 Euro (on request, limited offer) 1/2 cabin may be booked 21-speed trekking bike rental with bicycle bag: 70 Euro OR E-Bike i:SY Flyer ECO with 8-gear-hub-shifting and saddle bag: 140 euro (limited number) Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bikes: 21-speed trekking bike: 10 euro/week or E-bike: 20 euro/week (not insured: deliberate damage) A safe parking space: 40 Euro (to be paid on-site) Additional night (B&B) near Trogir: from 40 Euro /Person in double room and 50 Euro in single room Taxi transfer airport – ship in Trogir (one way Euro 25)
Difficulty	Level 2: The bike routes require a basic level of fitness, which you should have acquired by occasional or daily cycling. The routes can reach an altitude of 100 – 300 metres. The daily routes, of 10-45 km (6-28 mi.), cover hilly terrain and can be completed without time constraints. You will also come across some rather steep climbs, where walking your bike is of course permitted. The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday-periods. You can decide every day for yourself, whether you would like to cycle individually, using the maps provided, or join one of the tour guides (or individual participants).
Additional costs	Individual arrival and departure to Split Visitor’s tax and local charges 20 Euro/adult or 10 euro/children up to age 18 (to be paid to the captain directly on boarding) Drinks on board (tally sheet) Tips for crew and tour-guides
Reductions	If you book this tour until 31/01/2013 you will receive a price reduction of 5 % off the basic tour price. Children under 18 sharing a cabin:-25% discount on basic price 3rd person sharing a cabin:50% discount on basic price Further the third person doesn’t have to pay the on deck charge. These cabins are furnished with a French bed and a single bunk bed above.
Extra nights in Trogir or Split	Would you like to be in Trogir some time before your tour or would you like to enjoy Dalmatia for some more days after your tour?  In that case we suggest, to extend your holidays for some more days in Trogir - your embarkation and disbarkation port.  The medieval town of Trogir is almost like a museum and belongs surely to the most worth seeing places in Croatia. The primal reason for that is its marvelously preserved old town, built on an island, which rates among the world heritage. Furthermore countless cafes invite you to relax with some coffee, icecream or a piece of cake. Trogir is also an ideal starting point for excursions to the next-door Split. Please contact us for more information about different hotel options.
Cancellation fees	60 days or more before the beginning of the trip: 10% of the trip price (25 € per person minimum) 59 – 31 days before the trip begins: 30% of the trip price 30 – 21 days before the trip begins: 50% of the trip price 20 – 11 days before the trip begins: 70% of the trip price 10 – 1 days before the trip begins: 90% of the trip price. We urge you to consider effecting a travel cancellation cost insurance.  Before the trip, please also find out about your medical and accident insurance and about luggage insurance or travel liability insurance, if necessary.