7 Night Cruises with Guaranteed Departures from Opatija
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7 night cruises with guaranteed departures from Opatija Enjoy the serenity of the glorious Kvarner Bay and surrounding islands with their numerous trails and paths. This is an amazing area of natural beauty where nature and tradition combine to provide amazing views of the islands providing you the welcome visitor with an experience for all your senses. Cycle and hike/walk (with guide) across the island where the ship waits to pick you up to take you onto the next island for you to explore on foot and by bike! ITINERARY: FEATURED SHIP: Traditional Ensuite MV KALIPSA or similar ROUTE: OPATIJA - KRK - RAB - PAG – ILOVIK – MALI LOŠINJ – CRES - OPATIJA Saturday Opatija - Krk (L) Check in at Opatija harbor between 11:00 till 12:00 with departure at 13:00h. Lunch on journey to Krk island and meet your fellow passengers and the crew. Krk is the largest of the Kvarner islands with immense variety of villages, gentle green promenades, bare rocky wilderness, tiny isles and hundreds od hidden bays and beaches. Walk through the old city centre, dominated by cathedral complex. Overnight in town of Krk. Sunday Krk - Rab (B, D) BIKE: Length: 30 km, Total ascend: 650 m, Highest point: 210 m Surface: 95% paved road, 5% macadam, Difficulty level: 3/5 Cycling tour through Mediterranean scented vegetation, olive groves and dry-stone walls to the biggest field on the island - Vrbnik's field with its famous golden yellow wine - the Žlahtina. Vrbnik is situated at almost 50 meters high rock and has the rich history. Here you will rest while tasting wine, cheese and prosciutto. Continue to Punat valley with spectacular view of the small island of Košljun. Return to Krk and sailing to Rab island, known as the 'island of love'. Here we spend the night in the harbor encircled by medieval walls, Romanesque church towers, churches and palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Monday Rab island (B, L) HIKE: Rab - Kamenjak – Rab BIKE: Rab - Sv. Mara – Rab Length: 11 km Length: 16 km Total ascend: 560 m Total ascend: 80 m Highest point: 401 m Highest point: 20 m Difficulty level: 4/5 Surface: 95 % paved road, Duration: 3 h 5% macadam Difficulty level: 1/5 Breakfast in the town situated under four church towers. Hike tour to the highest point of the island - Kamenjak hill and Straža peak (409 m) to enjoy the stunning views of the Velebit mountain to the east and Kvarner Bay on the west. You will just love it. Descend to the ship for lunch. Afternoon bike tour to the greenest part of the island and the largest forest area named Dundo. Swimming break in the picturesque bay St.Mara. Overnight in Rab. Tuesday Rab - Pag - Ilovik (B, L, CD) BIKE: Lun – Novalja HIKE: Ilovik island Length: 21 km Length: 6 km Total ascend: 300 m Total ascend: 180 m Highest point: 130 m Highest point: 90 m Surface: 100 % paved road Difficulty level: 2/5 Difficulty level: 2/5 Duration: 1,5 h Sailing to the neighboring island of Pag. Bike tour from small fishing village Tovarnele to Novalja. Cycling through a thousand years old olive trees and many stone walls that were built by the residents as protection against the wind. Be careful when cycling due to many wondering sheep. This island is world famous for its cheese so we highly recommend to taste it. Upon arrival in Novalja we continue our cruise to the island of flowers - Ilovik. Afternoon walk through the island absorbing scents of oleander, eucalyptus, palms, roses and other flowers. Optional Captain's dinner party on board with overnight in Ilovik. Wednesday Ilovik - Lošinj (B, L) HIKE: M. Lošinj - Sveti Ivan - V. Lošinj - M. Lošinj BIKE: Čikat peninsula Length: 11 km Length: 15 km Total ascend: 340 m Total ascend: 100 m Highest point: 225 m Highest point: 45 m Difficulty level: 3/5 Surface: 100 % paved Duration: 3 h road Difficulty level: 1/5 After breakfast, we leave for Mali Lošinj. Hike tour from Mali Lošinj to Sveti Ivan (250 m) hill where you can enjoy fantastic view to the southern part of the Lošinj archipelago. After relax, descend in the direction of Veli Lošinj, the picturesque village with colored houses and gardens. Return to Mali Lošinj to have lunch on board. Afternoon easy bike tour and visit one of the many bays surrounded by pine trees on the lovely Čikat peninsula. Overnight in Mali Lošinj with its famous waterfront and visit Museum of Apoxyomenos - the bronze statue of a young athlete. Free evening to explore the flavors and fragrances of traditional cuisine. Thursday Mali Lošinj - Osor - Cres (B, L) BIKE: Mali Lošinj – Osor Length: 22 km Total ascend: 200 m Highest point: 80 m Surface: 95 % paved road, 5% macadam Difficulty level: 2/5 Cycling to the small villages of Ćunski and Nerezine below the dominant highest peak of Lošinj - Osoršćica. After we continue to the old town of Osor situated at a narrow channel between Mali Lošinj and Cres islands. In Roman times, Osor was an important center of trade on the route to the ports of Northern Adriatic. Departure to the town of Cres during lunch. Free afternoon in Cres with overnight. Friday Cres - Lovran - Opatija (B, L) BIKE: Cres Bay HIKE: Lovran – Opatija Length: 15 km Length: 8 km Total ascend: 130 m Total ascend: 80 m Highest point: 30 m Highest point: 15 m Surface: 100 % paved road Difficulty level: 1/5 Difficulty level: 1/5 Duration: 2 h Traditional Ensuite typical cabin Enjoy morning cycling around Cres town. Time at leisure at the numerous seaside cafes and small shops in Cres. Buying souvenirs and olive oil. Lunch is served as we depart towards the mainland and stop at Lovran for a lovely walking tour on the Traditional Ensuite famous Franz Joseph promenade, better known as the Lungomare. Enjoy the numerous cafes and restaurants in Opatija or at the nearby fisherman's village of typical dining area Volosko. Overnight in Opatija. Saturday Opatija (B) Disembark after breakfast. Legend: B – breakfast, L – lunch SWIMMING BREAKS: In good weather and depending on timings we will have regular swim stops while the vessel anchors in secluded bays or after the cycling before departure to next island. CYCLING ROUTE: The length of the daily cycling routes is estimated and depends on local information and various detours or short cuts that can be done en route. Saili ng and cycling routes may be changed on the spot due to weather conditions and capacity of the respective cyclists on board. Departure is during morning hours, mostly after breakfast. BICYCLES: bike rental possible on request; Cruise Line / Captain is not responsible for any damage which may occur to personal bicycles during bike tours and transportation from land to the vessel and vice versa. FOOD: Continental breakfast and either lunch or dinner. During our cycling routes, we recommend stops at local restaurants where you can sample the local specialties. These meals are not included in the price of the trip and are paid by the customers. There is a possibility to book a captain's dinner, which is paid directly on the spot and is offered by the captain and your tour guide. BIKE RENTAL INCLUDES BIKES EQUIPPED WITH BOTTLE HOLDER, BAG CARRIER, SMALL BAG (14x8x8 cm) & HELMET EXAMPLE MODELS OF RENTED BIKES: FRAME 700 Alloy COLOR Matt black FORK Suntour matt black nex CHAINWHEEL Shimano T4010E866CL3/48T OCTALNIK 175 CG B.B PARTS Shimano BB-ES300B*126 PEDAL Alloy SP-823 CHAIN Z 9000 REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano DEOREKRD591SGSL FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano ALIVIO 4000TSM6 SHIFTING LEVERS Shimano ALIVIO SLM 4000 FREEWHEEL Shimano CS HG 20091134 RIMS X ALT X3 double wall TIRES CST 40-622 SALVO HIGH PROTECTION 5 mm BRAKE V Brake Shimano ABRT 4000 FC14SL CARRIER TANGSHAN HLJY -F4-28 BLACK WHEEL SIZE 20“ PEDALASSIST Up to 25km/h DISPLAY Panasonic Side Lcd MOTOR Panasonic 36v ASSISTANCE LEVELS 4 Assistance levels GEARS Shimano Nexus 8 Speed Hub Gears a BREAKS Magura Hs22 Hydraulic End V – Brake BATTERY 540wh/15ah/36v CHARGER 36v Panasonic Sharger FORK Sr Suntour Nex Suspension Fork 63mm TYRES Svhwalbe Maraton Plus ANTI-THEFT Abus Frame Lock PREDECTION ANTI If taking part in biking activities, each individual is responsible for him/herself and agrees to abide to the decisions and instructions given by the guide who reserves the right in changing the itinerary according to weather conditions and group’s abilities. DATES & PRICES 2020 Light Bike & Hike Croatia Cruise 2020 A B C D Departures from OPATIJA Saturdays at 13:00h / May 02, 09, 16, 30; Jun 06; check in from 11.00h, check out till 09:00h Oct 03, 10; Sep 05, 12; PRICE PER PERSON in DBL/TWN CABINS IN EUR Sep 26; Sep 19; TRADITIONAL ENSUITE 1105 UPPER/MAIN DECK 478 536 609 704 LIGHT BIKE & HIKE TRADITIONAL ENSUITE 446 504 536 646 1025 LOWER DECK * Bike & hike cruise with professional bike guide. Recommended equipment biking shoes, backpack, extra clothes, rain/sun protection. Repair kit for personal bikes obligatory. * Nordic walking poles are included in the price of the cruise! OBLIGATORY SUPPLEMENT VISITOR’S TAX & PORT FEES To be paid on the spot: EUR 40. - per person per week SHIP CABIN TYPE DESCRIPTIONS UPPER/MAIN DECK CABINS ARE ALLOCATED ACCORDING TO AVAILABILITY! Lower deck cabins are in the hull of the ship below the main deck. Wooden ships, cabins with private shower/toilet, mostly bunk beds, air-conditioned salon. TRADITIONAL ENSUITE Included services: Continental breakfasts & lunch OR dinner according to daily activities, unlimited water from water dispenser, professional guide, complimentary WiFi REDUCTIONS & SUPPLEMENTS Triple Share Cabin Adults on 3rd bed in a triple cabin – 30% Child Discount Children under 10 years – 50% 50% surcharge on twin share price.