Tour description

Day 1 Trogir - Day 2 20 km Primošten - Šibenik -

Day 3 20 km National Park of - Vodice

Day 4 27 km Island - Nature Park Telašćica

Day 5 25 km Island of - Day 6 33 km National Parks Light Islands of , Pašman and Zlarin Croatia has a beautiful and well-indented coast with thousands of islands, reefs and Day 7 15 km Island of Šolta - Trogir bays. Numerous romantic ruins, charming hills, countless natural beauties and phe- nomena are waiting to be discovered. Our tour to the national parks is our "green" Day 8 Trogir Harbour journey in Croatia and also one of the easiest.

Here, the breathtakingly beautiful landscape takes pride of place. The islands are Tour Details 2020 generally only thinly populated, so that, except for Trogir, Šibenik and Zadar, you will not pass through any larger towns. The ship takes you up the Krka ord almost Departures: as far as the spectacular waterfalls and into the . South of Dugi Saturdays from April 25 - October 10 Otok Island, you go on an unforgettable cruise through the National Park,

Cost: $ 2295 per person where countless small islands lie, like pearls on a chain, one close to the other . Above deck cabins add: There are two versions of this trip to the National Parks. This one the ‘light’ version $350 per person has lesser mileage per day. The other has higher mileage and superior boats. Single cabin surcharge add: Below deck: $795 (limited) Above deck: $1095 (limited) Fact Sheet

Bike Rental: $175 Includes : E-Bike Info :  7 nights below deck accommoda- Length: 8 days / 7 nights tion, with most meals included  E-bike rental: $350 Grade: Moderate / Intermediate  Limited supplies on boat, reserva-  Daily maps and guide tions recommended

Starts/Ends: Trogir Harbour  Entrance fees to National parks  Cube Hybrid or i:SY Flyer models available (depending on tour)

Acve Journeys Contact: 1-800-597-5594 or 416-236-5011 Email: info@acvejourneys.com ITINERARY Day 1 Trogir - Rogoznica 15 km Individual arrival to Trogir and embarkation at 2pm. After checking in our first cruise is at 3pm and takes us to Rogoznica. In the afternoon we will start a round tour cycling along the picturesque bay.

Day 2 Primošten – Šibenik – Skradin 20 km In the morning we cycle from Rogoznica to Primošten. From there the boat takes us to the city of Šibenik located where the Krka River flows into the . After visiting the famous cathedral and the lovely old town we set off again. On the cruise we pass the lower course of the river Krka fol- lowing the river bend until we reach Skradin where we spend the night.

Day 3 National Park of Krka - Vodice 20 km The magnificent port of Skradin is today’s starting point for our excursion by boat and on foot to the most famous part of the Krka National Park - its unique waterfalls. In the early afternoon our boat takes us to the harbour of Vodice, a well-known holiday town on the Dalmatian mainland. From here we mount the bicycles again for a round trip.

Day 4 Islands of Murter - Nature Park Telešćica 27 km In the morning we cycle from Vodice to Murter Island, connected to the mainland by the lift bridge at . We cycle along the water front pass- ing by two very old coastal villages, until we reach a small landing, where the boat takes us on a cruise through the National Park Kornati, an archi- pelago in crystal clear waters which is known for its rich aquatic life. Our destination is the Nature Park Telašćica. In the evening a walk through the park leads us along the stunning cliffs of the island. The famous Silver Lake - known by movies of Winnetou - is also located in the Nature Park.

Day 5 Island of Dugi Otok - Zadar 25 km After breakfast and a short crossing to Sali, today’s cycling leads us along a virtually traffic-free and panoramic road. We ride across the whole island. During the ride we’re treated to countless unforgettable vistas of the is- lands in the deep blue sea. We meet our boat for a crossing to Zadar, which for centuries was the political, cultural and spiritual centre of . Our guide takes us on an extensive walk through the myriad lanes of the lively old centre. 3,000 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. Do- natus Basilica.

Day 6 Islands of Ugljan, Pašman and Zlarin 33 km During breakfast the boat crosses to the island of Ugljan at the channel of Zadar. Today we have a lot of time to explore both of the islands of Ugljan and Pašman by bicycle. They have been connected by a bridge. We cycle along the East Coast, always with beautiful views to the mainland and the ocean. Afterwards our boat cruises to the coral island of Zlarin.

Day 7 Island of Šolta - Trogir 15 km In the morning our motor yacht takes us to the island of Šolta. Olive and fig trees and farmland surround the streets. The spicy smell of rosemary fol- lows us throughout the whole tour around the silent island until we reach the village Grohote. During mid day our last cruise takes us back to Trogir. The afternoon offers enough time to visit the world cultural heritage and medieval old town of Trogir. After dinner it is time to say good bye to fel- low travellers, crew and guides.

Day 8 Departure Our trip is over after breakfast, disembarkation by 9 am. **We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements.

What to Expect Getting There  It is most convenient to fly to the What will the weather be like? airport of Split which is about 6 km The weather should be nice and warm during the day, definitely t-shirt weather, from your port of embarkation in but you should bring a jacket or fleece for cooler morning and evenings. Trogir.  Please make sure you choose a flight How many hours of cycling a day? that arrives before 1:30 pm as boat You will cycle up to 6 hours a day. We return back to the boat for lunch, so you leaves at 3pm for the first cruise. can opt to do only half a day if you desire.  From the airport in Split you can take a taxi to the Harbour in Trogir, How fit do I need to be? approx. 20€. The fitter the better. Dalmatia is hilly, so you will have a combination of short and longer ascents and descents.

What are the accommodations like? Cabins are spacious with twin or double beds with A/C, shower and toilet in each room. Meals are served either in the main lounge or outside on deck. There is ample room to move about.

How to book your holiday Good To Know  Contact our office to make sure there is space available. One of our travel planners will walk you through the entire process. Premium Boats (2) There are 10-15 cabins, with double & twin beds.  Download the reservation form from our site and send in com- pleted form by fax or email. Once this is done, your space is Below deck cabins have portholes. The interior of the cab- confirmed and a pre-departure packet will be sent.

ins is funconal and bright including a bathroom with toilet and a shower, air-condioning & hair dryer. The cabins are  A deposit is required immediately, and final payment is due 60 days prior to the trip departure. Terms & conditions are outlined small but funconal. Lots of outdoor space to use as well. in our Reservation Form.

 Plan your air travel as soon as possible. Extras:  We encourage you to purchase travel insurance, either through Visitor’s tax and unlimited bottled water for the us or a travel insurance provider directly. week to be paid to Captain: 50€ per person  Ensure you are in proper health for the trip chosen. Contact us, Tips for crew and guides for more information on vaccinations, inoculations, and fitness requirements.