Kvarner Bay Bike and Sail

Lifestyle Biking Tour Croatia from $1812 NZD
(5/5) from 5 reviews

Guarded by the towering Velebit mountain range in the east and hugged by the Istria Peninsula in the northwest lie the Kvarner Bay islands. Quiet coves of crystal clear water surround green hills and rocky landscapes which give way to small harbour towns rich in history and culture.

Discover the charm of the Adriatic Sea by bike and boat on board a romantic motor yacht where each night you will stay in an ensuite cabin with air conditioning.

The day begins with a well-rounded breakfast leaving you fit to explore the diversity of the Kvarner bay islands on a guided bike tour. Be it the medieval city of Rab, the car-free road in the sky on Dugi Otok or the contemplative life of the dwellers on the flower island of Molat, each day brings with it new discoveries. Evenings are mostly spent in picturesque harbour towns with winding alleyways where a great range of bars and cafes can offer a relaxing evening.

Reviews for Kvarner Bay Bike and Sail - Tour

Global Cycling Adventures - Croatia biking tours

The guides and crew were exceptional on our tour. I can’t say enough about how pleasant they all were.

Courtney Fraser June 15, 2018

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I enjoyed the Croatia bike and sail tour very much - making new friends, learning to e-bike and the beautiful warm clear azure blue sea are great memories of the trip for me.

July 20, 2015

Croatia Biking Tour

This is a thank you and a huge recommendation to anyone interested in seeing Croatia the way we did with Global Adventure Guide. Everything about our trip in September was perfect, the boat, the guides, the food, the riding and Croatia itself was awesome. Our global adventure was brilliant!!

Ros New Zealand February 14, 2015

Croatia Biking Tour

The overall experience was wonderful. A mix of fantastic scenery, daily exertion on the bikes, excellent tour guides who blended history ,geography and language with ensuring all participants were treated well.

Kees and Monica Haverkamp Australia February 14, 2015

Croatia bike and sail tour

It was our first tour and was way above expectations---thank you

Bill & Christine June 20, 2012

Omisalj to Omisalj

Rijeka
  • Lifestyle
  • Grade
  • Please check availability with us before booking
  • Group size is 14-29
  • Tour prices are for a below deck cabin
  • Upper deck +EUR100pp (double/twin):
  • Single cabin +EUR400 below deck
  • Single cabin +EUR600 upper deck
  • EUR80 bike hire (21 speed hybrid)
  • EUR160 e-bike hire (2019)
  • EUR180 e-bike hire(2020)
  • This tour is guided in English & German
  • Ask for dates and prices on board the DELUXE boat.
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Kvarner Bay Bike and Sail Fitness and Preparation
We'll cycle off each morning after a hearty breakfast, and meet the boat later in the day at a different harbour. In the evenings, stroll through historic harbour towns. At the end of each day, settle in your cabin to sleep, or stay on deck under a thousand stars. The tour offers a moderate cycling challenge as the islands are hilly. From each harbour you climb to approximately 200-500m above sea level and then continue on rolling terrain along the island. Daily distances range from 20–45 km, with no time constraints. Total cycling approximately 190cm.

Full Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival Day: Omisalj to Cres

No cycling

Please make your own way to Omišalj, a small harbour village on the island of Krk. If you are arriving by car, we can organise a safe parking place for you. Transfers are also available (at extra cost) from Rijeka Airport or Zagreb by prior arrangement. Please board the yacht between 2pm-2.30pm as at 3pm we sail to the island of Cres, a journey of about four hours. In the evening we take a walk to explore this old Venetian town.

Meals: Dinner

DAY 2

The islands of Cres and Losinj

Cycling: 28 km

After breakfast our first bike ride leads us from Cres to Martinšćica where we'll meet the boat. As we sail to the island of Lošinj lunch will be served on board. If the weather is good there will be time for a swim stop before we continue to the large harbour of Mali Losinj, which boasts numerous cafés and colorful houses. A relaxing evening can be spent in the town's welcoming atmosphere.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 3

The islands of Losinj and Molat

Cycling: 20 km + 10 km

Along a coastal track we cycle to the south of Losinj and visit the small picturesque harbour of Veli Losinj before meeting the boat for lunch. In the afternoon we cross over to the island of Molat for one more short bike ride. Our overnight stay is in the quiet harbour of Molat.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4

The islands of Duji Otok & Olib

Cycling: 32 km

During breakfast on board, the boat will cruise past many small islands to the ‘spice island’ of Dugi Otok. Today’s ride will be along a road almost free of traffic and will start in the bay of Božava which is surrounded by pine, agave and tamarisk trees. Firstly we ride to the northernmost point of the island where the light house of Veli Rat (built in 1849) stands proudly. We continue along the island’s ‘Road in the Sky’ to the peaceful harbour of Savar or Bribinj. There will be plenty of time for a swim in the afternoon before continuing to the small island of Olib for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5

The islands of Pag and Rab

Cycling: 34 km

After a morning cruise, we reach the island of Pag, with it’s harsh but delightful landscape boasting many fig and olive trees. Over the centuries the inhabitants have built numerous stonewalls for protection against the wind. Starting from Mandre, we cycle along the narrow peninsula until we reach the sea, where the boat will be waiting to take us to the island of Rab, one of the sunniest places in Europe. The town of Rab, the fortified capital of the island, was built in the middle ages on a wedge-shaped headland, and marks one of the highlights of the trip. The four famous bell towers are the symbol of the adorned beauty of the town. After dinner we can explore the narrow alleys with numerous cosy bars and cafés.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6

The island of Rab

Cycling: 25 km

We cycle along the coast to the east side of the island, an area with craggy rocks and virtually no vegetation, which reminds us of a lunar landscape. The road leads us to a bay with a sandy beach, which is rather typical of the Kvarner islands. At lunch time the boat will be waiting for us in the harbour directly in front of the old town of Rab. This afternoon after a swim we sail over to the neighbouring island of Krk, where you will spend the evening in its historical town.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7

The island of Krk

Cycling: 45 km

Our ride takes us over the ridge of the island, covered by fragrant macchia, to a valley of vineyards, and then onwards to the small museum town of Vrbnik in the northeast. The town, built on a 50m high cliff and surrounded by vineyards, is the home of the famous white wine, Žlahtina. Another peculiarity that Vrbnik has to offer, is it has the narrowest alley in the world. The trail takes us across the island through old villages and rich vegetation to Omišalj, where Rijeka will be within view. On the way, we can take time out for a refreshing swim in the bay of Soline. We spend our last night on the boat in the harbour of Omišalj.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8

Departure Day: Omisalj

No cycling

Time to say goodbye to stunning Kvarner Bay. Check-out is after breakfast by 9am please.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions:

Tour Includes:

  • 7 nights on a motor yacht in a cabin with ensuite & air conditioning
  • Meals: 4 x full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) & 3 x half board (breakfast and lunch or dinner)
  • Bed linen and towels
  • English-speaking tour guide (for guided cycling tours)
  • Cycling maps for each day’s tour provided on board

Tour Excludes:

  • Flights, travel visas, Travel Insurance
  • Meals ashore (3 lunches OR dinners)
  • Bike hire: trekking bike or e-bike
  • Optional bike insurance
  • Group transfer (set times) from/to Zagreb on days 1 & 8 only (extra cost)
  • Transfer from/to Rijeka town or airport on days 1 & 8 only (extra cost)
  • Visitor’s tax (€30pp) & bottled drinking water charge (€20pp) payable directly
  • Drinks (apart from water) on board
  • Zagreb extension package (available on request)
  • Car parking (available at extra cost)
  • Extra nights Omišalj
  • Tips for the tour guides and crew