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CRUISING and BIKING CROATIA TOUR DAYS: 08 DAYS / 07 NIGHTS TOUR STYLE: SMALL GROUP TOUR (Min 02) DEPARTURES: GUARANTEED DEPARTURES TOUR NAME: CRUISING AND BIKING CROATIA TOUR DAYS: 08 DAYS / 07 NIGHTS TOUR STYLE: SMALL GROUP TOUR (min 02) DEPARTURES: GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DUBROVNIK – KONAVLE – MLJET – HVAR – BRAČ – OMIŠ – KORČULA - PELJEŠAC PENINSULA – DUBROVNIK TOUR SUMMARY: Croatia is a country with more than a thousand islands, islets and rocks, and the most beautiful of them are included in this cruise. Your first and last port is Dubrovnik, known for its historical core surrounded by walls and fortresses and its contemporary cultural influence. The cycling tour takes you through vineyards, olive groves and villages of Konavle that still preserve the traditional culture of Dubrovnik. Once you set sail, you reach Mljet Island, the one mentioned in stories of Odysseus, St Paul, Benedictines and Mediterranean monk seal. Macadam road takes you through island villages and fields all the way to Stari Grad, one of the oldest Croatian cities. After the short ride on Brač Island, continue to Makarska for another cycling tour of the day. Spend the evening enjoying the stroll along the waterfront in Makarska that offers many places of entertainment. The city of Korčula on the island bearing the same name and its red roofs resemble the city of Dubrovnik. The last cycling tour of the cruise is on Pelješac Peninsula well known for its beautiful vineyards, coves and clear sea. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Cruise along Croatian coastline and relax on extraordinary beaches and crystal clear azure sea Visit old fishing villages, historical ports and places to have fun Experience the unique natural beauty of the Konavle region Discover the hidden island of “Honey” Enjoy in beautiful sandy beaches and many sunshine hours on the island Discover narrow stone paved streets and mountain paths carved in Dalmatian karst Discover the ancient Greek colony “Melaina Corcyra” Old Roman province of Dalmatia TOUR SPECIFICS: The cycling on this island hopping cruise adventure is classed as Moderate the group size may vary from 2 to 10 guests on average during the biking tours The bicycles used are a mix of Hybrid and Mountain bikes, and have 10+ speeds The average daily duration of cycling is approx. 2.5-3 hrs The average daily cycling distance is approximately 20km/12miles The longest 1 day distance is 25km/15 miles. The shortest 1 day distance is 7km/4.5 miles The terrain you will be cycling on is a mix of asphalt and gravel. Elevation gains are modest and manageable. All cycling is optional and if you don't feel like cycling on a particular day you don't have to. TOUR PRICE: Per Person on a twin sharing basis DEPARTURE DATES 2015 Lower deck Upper deck 20 June -on request USD 1830 USD 1430 USD 1940 USD 1540 18 July 15 August USD 1900 USD 1500 USD 2060 USD 1560 22 August 03 October USD 1650 USD 1250 USD 1770 USD 1370 Single Supplement: USD 880 per single Optional: Full board supplement: USD 150 per person #233-11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond V7A 5H9, BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from anywhere in North America: 1 866 978 2997 TOUR LODGING INFO: 07 Nights Accommodation will be provided on a twin sharing basis CITY NIGHTS CRUISE Cruise 07 Nights MY Mali Ante TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: - 07 nights accommodation on board MY Mali Ante based on twin or double share cabins - Daily breakfast except arrival day - Daily lunch on board except arrival & departure day - Arrival and departure transfers - Transportation and sightseeing as per itinerary - Roam 2, Roam 3, female Rove bicycles equipped with bottle holder and helmets - Services of english speaking guides - Towel replacement once a week - Tourist and harbour taxes - Visit and snack at Konavle house - Water on board TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: - International or domestic air fares - Meals not mentioned as being included - Tipping, personal expenses, personal gear - Entrance fee NP Mljet and transfer within Mljet NP - Wine tastings - Visa fees - Items of personal nature - Travel insurance TOUR ITINERARY: DAY 01, SATURDAY: DUBROVNIK Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to the city of Dubrovnik to board “Mali Ante” mini cruise. Overnight and dinner on board. DAY 02, SUNDAY: BIKING IN KONAVLE (B, L) Throughout centuries region of Konavle has managed to maintain a traditional country-type of living along with many chapels, cloisters, and summer houses that once hosted the Dubrovnik's highclass lords. This bike excursion will lead you through an oasis of vineyards and olive groves, as well as villages that still reflect the traditional culture of old Dubrovnik. Our adventure biking program will start from village of Zvekovica with macadam road towards crossroad to the village of Čilipi. Forrest of cypress trees, vineyards and olive groves decorate the paths overlooked by the magnificent mountain of Snijeznica, and fortress Soko, dating from the medevial Dubrovnik Republic. After short break and enjoyable view from tree hut on fertile Konavle valley we will cycle towards village of Ljuta. You will have the opportunity of discovering old watermill where a local inhabitant will explain a traditional way of flour making. Enjoy a welcome with local brandy in front of the mill and snack of local delicacies . After short brake we will return to the ship. Lunch and overnight on board in Dubrovnik. DAY 03, MONDAY: BIKING ON NATIONAL PARK MLJET (B, L) Island of Mljet is located on the south of the Adriatic coast in Croatia. This beautiful island is situated south of the Pelješac peninsula from which it is divided by the Mljet channel. It was discovered by ancient Greco-Roman geographers, who wrote the first records and descriptions around 6th century BC. Today, portions of the island are considered a National Park, including the western part of the island, the Big Lake, the Small Lake and Soline Bay.In the morning, we will sail out on a cruise from Dubrovnik to Pomena, a hidden port on the idyllic island of Mljet. For many, Mljet retains its legend from the Odyssey and other tales as one of the islands "lost“ at sea, not easily reached alone. You will have the opportunity to explore this famous historical spot. In the afternoon our biking exploration tour will begin from port of Pomena towards entrance of the National Park Mljet. You will explore interesting deep pine forests and untouched nature with hidden paths of National park Mljet while cycling by two saltwater lakes, the most visited attractions on the island. Overnight stay on board in the port of Pomena. NOTE: Entrance to the national park ( 12€ (90 kn) pp+ 2€ (15 kn) pp for the boat across the lake to be paid on spot. #233-11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond V7A 5H9, BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from anywhere in North America: 1 866 978 2997 *Barbeque Dinner – supplement on board ship DAY 04, TUESDAY: BIKING ON THE ISLAND OF HVAR (B, L) Hvar is a Croatian island located on the Dalmatian coast. This beautiful island lies between the islands of Brač and Korčula. Hvar’s location at the center of the Adriatic sailing routes had made this island an important base for trade throughout the wider Mediterranean in the past. During the middle ages when the Venetians ruled over most of the Adriatic, Hvar was a very important harbor to them. Today's journey takes you to the small island settlements, fields and vinyards. We will ride along coastal gravel road from Jelsa towards Vrboska and than on an old road towards Stari Grad. Stari Grad is one of Croatia's oldest towns dating back to 384BC when it was a Greek colony called Faros. Riding bicycle around the Stari Grad will offer you the chance to learn about long and turbulent history of this area. After exploring town, return back to Jelsa. Overnight stay on board in Jelsa. DAY 05, WEDNESDAY: BIKING IN BOL AND MAKARSKA (B, L) Makarska is a small town situated on the Adratic coastline at the south of Cratia, about 60 km southeast of Split, a picturesque gem nestled between the mountain of Biokovo and the Adriatic Sea. In the morning, we set sail from Hvar to the island of Brač, to a place called Bol. The town is famous for its beach ZLATNI RAT (GOLDEN HORN), a natural phenomenon on the southern coast of the island. Another sandy beach, Bol, is situated one mile away from the village of Bol with a view of the highest mountain on any of the Adriatic islands, Vidova Gora (780 meters above the sea level). We will have the opportunity to bike along coast from village of Bol towards the Golden Horn beach. In the afternoon the ship continues to the Makarska Riviera, to its centre, the city of Makarska. Our biking tour will start from Makarska along coast towards beautiful bay of Tučepi. After short break in Tučepi we will head back towards Makarska. Overnight stay on board in Makarska. DAY 06, THURSDAY: BIKING ON ISLAND OF KORČULA (B, L) Island of Korčula is one of the most inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. Situated in central Dalmatian archipelago it is separated from the Pelješac peninsula by a narrow strait. According to the legend this beautiful island was founded by Trojan hero Antenor in the 12th century BC. After breakfast the ship will sail out east, around the island of Hvar (its east end) and in the afternoon you’ll reach the straight of Pelješac and the town of Korčula, supposedly the birthplace of Marco Polo. Located on a small headland with Venetian architecture, defensive walls and attractive pan tiled roofs, Korčula often evokes memories of Dubrovnik.
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