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Split
Brač
Hvar
Pelješac
Mljet
Korčula
Hvar
Šolta
Split
Day 1 - Split - Brač
Bike Course: Supetar - Pučišća
Length: 25km | Total ascend: 380m | Highest point: 90m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 2/5
Check-in is from 11:00 a.m. in Split harbor. Departure at 1 p.m., followed by lunch on board on the journey to the island of Brač. Upon arrival in Supetar, cycle tour through the coastal road to the island’s northern part. Pass by the fishing villages Splitska and Postira and arrive in one of the most beautiful small settlements in Europe, Pučišća. Free afternoon for sightseeing in this charming village, well known for its long stonemason tradition. Overnight in Pučišća. (L)
Day 2 - Brač - Hvar
Bike Course: Pokrivenik - Sućuraj
Length: 32km | Total ascend: 450m | Highest point: 350m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5
Breakfast and morning cruise towards the longest Croatian island, Hvar, with a view of Biokovo mountain. The cycling tour starts in a small picturesque bay Pokrivenik. It ascends to the route’s highest point and then descends to the eastern point of Hvar island, Sućuraj, where the ship will be waiting. After lunch on board, cruise towards Pelješac peninsula and charming settlement Kučište. Captain’s dinner onboard (included on Premium Superior and Premium vessels). Overnight in Kučište. (B, L, CD)
Day 3 - Hvar - Pelješac
Bike Course: Kučište - Trstenik
Length: 30km | Total ascend: 800m / 580m | Highest point: 540m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 4/5
Today’s ride could be called the wine-panoramic route. After breakfast, start riding towards Orebić, the city of seafarers and captains. The first few kilometers are ascending and descending with the unique viewpoints of the Korčula archipelago. After Orebić, ascend to the vineyard region with the most famous varieties of Croatian wine. Cross the tunnel Dingač to the south side of Pelješac and continue riding through vineyards to Trstenik. Overnight in Trstenik. (B, D)
Day 4 - Pelješac - Mljet - Korčula
Bike Course: National Park Mljet
Length: 18km | Total ascend: 120m | Highest point: 45m | Surface: 80% paved road, 20% macadam road | Difficulty level: 1/5
During breakfast, cruise from Trstenik to Mljet island, the lush green island known as Honey-island. Mljet National Park (entrance fee to be paid locally). Mljet is of unique charm, featuring two connected saltwater lakes, lush flora, a unique appearance of indented coastline, cliffs, numerous islets, and always green plants of the surrounding hills. Cycle around the saltwater lake, inside which there is another island with the Benedictine monastery from the 12th century. Swim break in the saltwater lakes and return to the vessel for lunch. Afternoon cruise towards Korčula, and upon arrival, time at leisure to explore the town of Marco Polo. Overnight in Korčula. (B, L)
Day 5 - Korčula
Bike Course: Korčula - Pupnat - Smokvica - Prižba - Blato - Vela Luka
Length: 55km | Total ascend: 750m | Highest point: 340m | Surface: 100% paved | Difficulty level: 4/5
After breakfast, start with the longest route of the week, passing through the entire island of Korčula. Ascend to Žrnovo village and then to the oldest settlement on the island, Pupnat, the route’s highest point. Descend to the south side of Korčula and road ride between one of the island’s most beautiful bays with steep cliffs above it. Continue the ride through numerous olive groves and vineyards of one of the most famous grape varieties, Pošip. Short break in the charming village of Smokvica. Descend to the sea and refresh in one of the numerous hidden pebbly beaches. Ascend towards the viewpoint above town Blato and finally descend towards Vela Luka. Dinner on board and overnight in Vela Luka. (B, D)
Day 6 - Korčula - Hvar
Bike Course 1: Hvar - Stari Grad
Length: 23km | Total ascend: 450m | Highest point: 410m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 3/5
Bike Course 2: Stari Grad - Jelsa - Vrboska - Stari Grad
Length: 22km | Total ascend: 110m | Highest point: 85m | Surface: 85% paved road, 15% macadam | Difficulty level: 1/5
Early morning cruise from Vela Luka to the town of Hvar, with breakfast on board. Short sightseeing of Hvar, a fairy tale city with great architecture, beautiful nature, and a mild climate. Cycle from Hvar to the other side of the island, Stari Grad. Pass through numerous lavender fields and enjoy the view of neighboring islands and the mainland. Lunch on board in Stari Grad. Easy afternoon ride up to two of Hvar’s pearls, Jelsa and Vrboska. Pass through Stari Grad Plain, where the ancient Greek land division has been preserved to these days, with the road and plots divided equally. Overnight in Stari Grad. (B, L)
Day 7 - Hvar - Šolta - Split
Bike Course: Stomorska - Maslinica
Length: 36km | Total ascend: 450m | Highest point: 135m | Surface: 100% paved road | Difficulty level: 2/5
The last day starts with a morning cruise from Stari Grad to the island of Šolta. After breakfast, start cycling from Stomorska to the island’s highest point, Gornje Selo. Enjoy the views on both sides of the island and the scents of Mediterranean plants. Continue to Maslinica on the west part of the island. Short break and return to Stomorska. Lunch on board and cruise towards Split. Free afternoon for sightseeing and enjoying the infamous Diocletian city. Overnight in Split. (B, L)
Day 8 - Split
After an early breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to the crew and your new friends. Check out by 9 a.m. (B)
B Breakfast, L Lunch, D Dinner, T Tasting, CD Captain's Dinner