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Book with confidence
Why book this trip?Why book this trip?
Explore the beautiful Dalmatian coast by bike from Split to
Dubrovnik. Visit medieval towns, fishing
villages and plenty of vineyards while island hopping along
Croatia's coast.
Dubrovnik and Split - Spend time in the historic hearts of the
region's oldest cities
Hvar Island - Cycle through the beautiful countryside of one of
Croatia's scenic gems
Korcula Island - Explore the villages and vineyards of this
historic Island
Cycle the Dalmatian CoastCycle the Dalmatian CoastCROATIA
CROATIA - TRIP CODE - TRIP CODE CCDCCD
CYCLING
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ItineraryItinerary
Itineraries on some departure dates may differ, please select
the itinerary that you wish to explore.
Arrive in the seaside town Kastel Kambelovac, 10 kilometres from
Split. Our sea front hotel is ideally
located with great views over the bay and easy reach from the
airport as well as Split town and Trogir.
For those arriving on time our Leader plans to meet you in the
hotel reception at 7pm for the welcome
meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out
for dinner. There are no other activities
planned today, so you are free to arrive in Kastel Kambelovac at
any time. If you would like to receive a
complimentary airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into
Split Airport (SPU), which is 10
kilometres and 15 minutes drive from Kastel Kambelovac. Should
you miss the welcome meeting, your
Leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as
you catch up.
If your flight arrives earlier in the day, perhaps you might
choose to check in to the hotel then head to
nearby medieval harbour town of Trogir, wander the cobbled
streets and visit Saint Lawrence Cathedral.
Alternatively, you may wish to take advantage of the beach in
front of the hotel, and excellent restaurant
offering traditional dishes that is very popular with the
locals.
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Baletna Skola (or similar)
Grade: Comfortable Hotel
SI N G L E R O O M AVA I L A B L E
I N C L U D E DM E A L S
Breakfast: 7
T R I P STA F F
Explore TourLeader / Cycle
guideDriver(s)
T R A N SPO R T
BusBicycle
Boat
A C C O M M O D AT I O N
3 nightscomfortable hotel
4 nights simplehotel
C Y C L I N GG R A D E :
Moderate
G R O U P SI ZE :
10 - 16
DAY 1DAY 1 - Join trip Kastel Kambelovac - Join trip Kastel
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M E A L S PR O V I D E D : N O N E
Today we cycle 16 km to Split, lying on the eastern shores of
the Adriatic, Split's historic heart is centred
around the ancient Roman Palace of Diocletian, which dates back
to the early years of the 4th century
AD. After spending the morning exploring this beautiful town and
stopping here for lunch (not included)
we head for the port. We'll take a tour around this renowned
World Heritage Site, before boarding the
ferry to Stari Grad on the beautiful island of Hvar. After a two
hour journey, the ferry will get us in with
time to enjoy a late afternoon cycle to the picturesque harbour
town of Jelsa, where we spend the next
two nights. Here we will have time for some optional wine
tasting at one of the most famous wineries on
the island, Tomic wines, famed for its elegant red wine and
sumptuous Prosek - a local delight.
The Fontana hotel consists of a series of cabins nestled in a
wooded hillside on the outskirts of Jelsa. The
hotel has a swimming pool and great views of the bay from the
breakfast room. The individual rooms are
en suite and have a fan. We have graded the hotel as simple as
the cabins themselves are basic in their
finish and the décor looks dated.
Our total cycling distance today is approximately 32 kilometres
(300 metres total accumulated ascent).
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Fontana (or similar)
Grade: Simple Hotel
SI N G L E R O O M AVA I L A B L E
M E A L S PR O V I D E D : B R E A KFA ST
Today we have a full day to explore more of this beautiful
island by bike. Our day starts with a lengthy
ascent up to the highest point of the island, cycling past the
lavender fields that were once the workplace
of all of Hvar's inhabitants. Tourism is the main source of
employment now and it's easy to see why the
island attracts so many visitors as we finish our climb and
enjoy sweeping views across the island. Our
descent then takes us through the village of Brusje to the
charming town of Hvar. Here we will have
lunch (not included) and free time to explore the historic old
streets of this old Venetian town and take a
dip in the crystal clear water. In the afternoon we drive back
to Jesla. If you would like more time in the
saddle there is the option to cycle back to Jesla along a
different route on a quiet paved road through the
villages of Malo Grabjle and Veliko Graglje, encountering one
short, steep climb and beautiful scenery.
DAY 2DAY 2 - Morning sightseeing in Split. Ferry to Hvar Island
and explore by bike - Morning sightseeing in Split. Ferry to Hvar
Island and explore by bike
DAY 3DAY 3 - Explore the historic old streets and abandoned
villages by bike on the beautiful island - Explore the historic old
streets and abandoned villages by bike on the beautiful islandof
Hvarof Hvar
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Our total cycling distance today is approximately 32 kilometres
(480 metres total accumulated ascent)
with an additioanl 32 kilometres (and 450 metres ascent) if you
chose to cycle back from Hvar. There is
one big hill today, the support bus is with us should you wish
to sit it out and just enjoy the downhills and
flatter sections.
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Fontana (or similar)
Grade: Simple Hotel
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This morning we drive to Stari Grad then board a catamaran, we
head next for the historical and fertile
island of Korcula, famed for its quality wine and its age-old
traditions. A gorgeous blend of red terracotta
roofs, stone cathedrals and marble streets, the old Venetian
town of Korcula is a photographer's dream,
we'll negotiate our way through the historic streets where there
are ample opportunities to sample local
cuisine at a Dalmatian style 'Konoba' restaurant (not included).
From here we take a leisurely cycle along
the coast to Lombarda, our home for the next two nights, with an
opportunity to experience an exquisite
cemetery as we ride into town. Lombarda is famed for its sandy
beaches, dramatic coastal views and
vineyards and an early finish provides an excellent opportunity
to enjoy these luxuries. There is a chance
for a swim and wine tasting at a local winery which is notorious
for Grk, a white variety indigenous to
Korcula and pairs well with sun and cycling.
Our total cycling distance today is approximately 13 kilometres
(156 metres total accumulated ascent)
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Borik (or similar)
Grade: Comfortable Hotel
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DAY 4DAY 4 - Ferry to Korcula. Afternoon cycling around the red
terracotta roofed villages and - Ferry to Korcula. Afternoon
cycling around the red terracotta roofed villages andmarbled
streets to the sandy beachmarbled streets to the sandy beach
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A full day's cycling tour of the island allows us to experience
the elegance of rural Korcula, as we slowly
make our way across the island to the small town of Cara, one of
the oldest settlements on the island. This
is a gentle climb of 16 kilometres, if you prefer you can skip
this and start at the top of the hill. We then
head downhill to the pretty coastal village of Zavalatica, where
the old traditions of fishing and farming
are still very much alive. Here we can swim, enjoy lunch (not
included) in a local restaurant and take in
the spectacular views of the crystal clear Adriatic Sea; on a
clear day one can hope to see Italy's Monte
Gargano. After lunch we cycle through the fertile landscape,
through vineyards with sweeping coastal
views, past the terracotta roofs of Pupnat, the smallest village
on the island, before joining the road
which takes us back to Lumbarda.
Our total cycling distance today is approximately 62 kilometres
(Total accumulated ascent 1150 metres)
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Borik (or similar)
Grade: Comfortable Hotel
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We depart Lumbarda after breakfast by bike for a short ride to
Korcula harbour. We'll cross over to the
Dalmatian mainland, to the thin, finger like strip of the
Peljesac Peninsula and then we will start our
cycling in Postup. A route along the coast allows us to cycle
through a landscape blanketed in rich
vineyards of Plavac Mali grapes - a local speciality. The end of
our ride is celebrated at the little-visited
but beautiful bay of Zuljana. A two hour drive takes us to the
hills that rise above Dubrovnik and to the
top of Mount Srd where we have the pleasure of seeing the old
city walls for the first time as we visit the
Imperial fort, well known for its crucial role in the Siege of
Dubrovnik when a handful of Croatian
soldiers successfully defended the fort and therefore kept the
vital high ground. The fort is now a
fascinating photographic war museum (optional visit) which
provides a vivid account of the war. We then
make our way to our hotel in Dubrovnik by road.
Our total cycling distance today is approximately 27 kilometres
(230 metres total accumulated ascent)
Our hotel is in the lively Lapad Bay area, close to many
restaurants and a public beach. Dubrovnik Old
Town is easily reached by a twenty minute public bus ride. All
rooms have ensuite facilities and we have
DAY 5DAY 5 - Full day's cycling on beautiful Korcula island -
Full day's cycling on beautiful Korcula island
DAY 6DAY 6 - Morning ferry to Orebic. Cycle to Zuljana, then
drive to Dubrovnik - Morning ferry to Orebic. Cycle to Zuljana,
then drive to Dubrovnik
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classified the hotel as simple due to the slightly tired décor
and furnishings.
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Adriatic (or similar)
Grade: Simple Hotel
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This morning you have the option for a final ride or relax in
Dubrovnik. If you chose to cycle the route
takes you through the beautiful Dalmatian countryside, heading
out towards Cavtat and starting our ride
with a gradual ascent along a tarmac road with panoramic views
over the Konvale Valley. The olive
growing region of Croatia, as well passing through green groves
the roads are also lined with ghostly
Cypress Trees; standing guard over the valley and it's
travellers. We will have a drink break in an idyllic
village on the banks of the river Ljuta, before making our way
through the valley to Cavtat where we
finish our last ride and have lunch (not included). Returning to
Dubrovnik, the afternoon is then free to
enjoy the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. Once described by George
Bernard Shaw as paradise on earth, the old
medieval town of Dubrovnik still retains a unique atmosphere and
charm, with its wealth of monasteries,
museums and medieval buildings. A walk around the entire
circumference of the city walls offers some
great views out over the rooftops and alleyways of the old city
and the tranquil waters of the Adriatic.
Our total cycling distance today is approximately 34 kilometres
(387 metres total accumulated ascent).
A C C O M M O D AT I O N :
Hotel Adriatic (or similar)
Grade: Simple Hotel
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DAY 7DAY 7 - Optional cycle through the villages of the
Dalmatian Coast or relax in Dubrovnik - Optional cycle through the
villages of the Dalmatian Coast or relax in Dubrovnik
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The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Dubrovnik.
There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart
from Dubrovnik at any time. If your flight
is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are
available at our hotel. If you would like to
receive a complimentary airport transfer today, you need to
depart from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) which
is a 25 kilometre and 40 minute drive from Dubrovnik.
We suggest adding an additional night if you wish to further
explore the ancient city of Dubrovnik,
UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Trip informationTrip information
Croatia
Climate
The Croatian Adriatic has a Mediterranean climate with mild
winters and warm, dry, sunny summers.
There is a chance of sporadic rain in spring and autumn, though
generally it is in the form of short
showers. Thunderstorms can occur in summer, generally helping to
cool the air. Hvar Island gets the
most sunshine in summer with 10-12 hours each day, followed by
Split, Korcula Island and Dubrovnik
with around 7-8 hours. Temperatures from May to October are
generally in the low to mid 20's (in °C),
but can reach into the 30's (in °C) in July and August. Trip
itineraries with boat cruises can
occasionally be disrupted due to bad weather.
Time difference to GMT
+1
Plugs
2 Pin Round
Religion
Roman Catholic
Language
Croatian
Optional activities
The following excursions and/or activities are usually available
and may be arranged locally. Estimated
costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person
basis unless shown otherwise, and may
depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct
as of the date these tour notes were
originally issued but may change at any time due to currency
fluctuations. Please note: These activities
DAY 8DAY 8 - Trip ends Dubrovnik - Trip ends Dubrovnik
Climate and country informationClimate and country
information
Budgeting and packingBudgeting and packing
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are booked and paid for direct with the supplier and do not form
part of your Explore holiday contract.
Korcula - Moreska sword dance show 16 Euros
Lumbarda - Winetasting 8 Euros
Pupnat - typical lunch 17 Euros
Hvar - winetasting in local winery 20 Euros
Dubrovnik countryside cycle - 40 Euros
Dubrovnik - City wall walk 15 Euros. Cable Car 15 Euros
Clothing
When cycling: quick drying cycle tops, padded cycle shorts,
lightweight wind and water proof jacket and
warmer breathable layers where local conditions require.
General: Pack essentially for hot or mild weather depending on
the time of the year.
Footwear
If you are not bringing cycle shoes then try to bring
stiff-soled shoes as these are better for cycling -
transmitting your energy into the pedals more efficiently. This
becomes more relevant and recommended
the more demanding the grade and distances to cover. SPD cycle
shoes are not well suited to trips that
combine sightseeing with cycling.
Comfortable shoes, trainers, sandals or flip flops are useful
when not on the bike.
Luggage
20kg
Luggage: On tour
We recommend you bring a daypack and one main piece of luggage
(total allowance: 44lb/20kg) which
will be transported between hotels while you cycle. Check the
bike details section to see if a pannier or
handlebar bag is provided on the bike.
Equipment
On all Explore cycle holidays we strongly recommend you bring
along and wear your cycle helmet. In
case of an accident resulting in personal injury, certain
insurance policies are invalidated in cases where
a helmet was not being worn. Cycle glasses to protect against
dust, pollen and the sun, padded cycle
gloves and a water bottle or water delivery system (e.g.
camelback or platypus) are also useful. You may
choose to bring your own gel seat cover for added comfort. If a
handle bar bag or pannier is not provided
(check bike details) then you may like to bring a small rucksack
to wear while cycling. Other items to
consider bringing are a sunhat and sun cream, torch, earplugs
and insect repellent. Please carry some or
all of your cycling equipment e.g. helmet as part of your hand
luggage.
Tipping
Explore leader
Tipping isn't compulsory, and we work hard to ensure that our
leaders all receive a fair wage. You may
however, want to recognise a leader that has done a great job or
really added to your trip by giving them
a tip. We're often asked about the recommended amount. It is a
tricky one, and down to personal
preference, but we would recommend £15 to £20 per person per
week as a guideline.
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Local crew
Although voluntary, tipping is a recognised part of life in this
region of the world. Some local staff will
look to members of the group for personal recognition of
particular services provided. Accordingly, you
should allow approximately £20 of local currency for
tipping.
In order to make things easier for you, the Explore Leader may
organise a group's tips kitty and if this is
the case, they will account for it throughout the trip.
Croatia
Food and drink
The costs for meals may vary depending upon location, type of
restaurant and number of courses
eaten and so the prices given are an average guide. Local
restaurants located off the beaten track
may be less expensive, whereas an upmarket restaurant located in
the centre of a major city may
charge more.
Dinner price
£18
Beer price
£2
Water price
£1.5
Foreign Exchange
Local currency
Croatian Kuna.
Recommended Currency For Exchange
Pound Sterling, US Dollars and Euro cash can all be exchanged
for the local currency.
Where To Exchange
Most major towns and cities - your Explore Leader will advise
you on arrival. Only exchange
money at reputable places like banks, ATM's and official Forex
Offices.
ATM Availability
Most towns and cities have ATM's for cash withdrawal.
Credit Card Acceptance
Generally accepted throughout including most restaurants and
hotels.
Travellers Cheques
Travellers Cheques can only be exchanged in banks.
Transport Information
Bus, Bicycle, Boat
Accommodation notes
Transport, Accommodation & MealsTransport, Accommodation
& Meals
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Hotel Fontana
The Fontana hotel consists of a series of cabins nestled in a
wooded hillside on the outskirts of Jelsa. The
hotel has a swimming pool and great views of the bay from the
breakfast room. The individual rooms are
en suite and have a fan. We have graded the hotel as simple as
the cabins themselves are basic in their
finish and the décor looks dated.
Hotel Adriatic
Our hotel is in the lively Lapad Bay area, close to many
restaurants and a public beach. Dubrovnik Old
Town is easily reached by a twenty minute public bus ride. All
rooms have ensuite facilities and we have
classified the hotel as simple due to the slightly tired décor
and furnishings.
Government Travel Safety Advice
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advisory for up-to-date information
and advice about your destination: safety and security, entry
requirements, health, local laws and
customs. For UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
advice click here.
For more information from Explore about travel advice, click
here
Under 18 immigration guidance
Please note that some countries require proof of parental
consent when travelling overseas with under
18s. Please check requirements with the relevant embassy or
consular office well in advance of travel if
this applies to your party.
Price Guarantee
Once your booking has been confirmed we guarantee the price will
not increase, whatever the
circumstances. Before booking please ensure you have read our
important tour pricing
information.Booking Conditions
Visa and Passport Information
Croatia: Visas are not required by UK, Australian, New Zealand,
US or Canadian citizens. Other
nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular
office.
If you do require assistance in obtaining a visa then you may be
able to apply through Explore's
recommended visa service in the UK, Travcour. See
www.travcour.com to download the relevant visa
application for your trip, if applicable (UK citizens only),
along with details of how to apply for your visa
through Travcour. The Team at Travcour will be happy to answer
specific questions relating to visa
applications, please call them directly on 0208 5431846.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession
of a full passport, with the correct validity
for your chosen destination.
Booking conditions
Essential InformationEssential Information
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Before booking your Explore trip, please ensure that you read
both our Essential Information and
Booking Conditions.
Transfers
Find out more about Trip Transfer Terms and Conditions before
you book.
Booking a land only package with Explore
Customers who have chosen to book on the ‘Land Only’
arrangements of our tour, please ensure that you
have checked your tour specific ‘Joining Instructions’ prior to
booking your own travel arrangements.
Your joining instructions can be found below in the dates and
prices information.
You may also be eligible for the Free Explore Transfer.
Joining Tour Abroad
Customers booked on the ‘Land Only’ arrangements will receive a
Free Transfer, provided you arrive and
depart on the tour only itinerary start and end dates. The
complimentary transfers will be arranged from
the Explore designated airport or train station to your trips
joining point, and then back from the ending
point to the designated airport or train station. Generally the
airport or station that Explore have
selected will be the one that is closest to the town or city
where the trip starts, or the one nearest to the
joining point. It will be either an airport or train station but
not both.
The exception to this rule is customers who are booked on a tour
where the joining and ending point is at
the designated airport or train station.
Free transfers are not available for Self-Guided, Polar,
Tailormade or Tours for Churches customers.
If you are not eligible for the Free Transfer then you will need
to make your own way through to the
joining and ending point. On a majority of our tours Explore
will be able to provide a private transfer at
an additional cost. Please ask for a quote at the time of
booking.
For more information regarding the Explore Free Transfer click
here
Insurance
It is a condition of booking with Explore that you have adequate
valid travel insurance. It is your
responsibility to arrange appropriate travel insurance and
ensure you have read and understood the full
terms and conditions of your travel insurance policy to ensure
that you are covered for all activities you
intend to undertake whilst on the tour, including all optional
activities. Your Insurance Policy must fully
cover you for medical expenses and emergency repatriation to
your home country. Please ensure your
policy includes medical emergency helicopter evacuation in the
event of illness or injury and covers the
entire duration of your holiday. If you are trekking at altitude
please ensure that there is no upper
altitude limit which may limit or exclude cover for your trip.
The cost of many of our Polar Voyages will
exceed the capped amount covered by standard insurance premiums
and you will be required to pay an
additional premium to cover the full value of your trip. Please
ensure that you are covered for the full
amount of your holiday cost, as insufficient cover could
invalidate a claim under the policy. Medical and
repatriation insurance cover is not mandatory for UK residents
who are travelling on trips within the
United Kingdom.
Read more information about what travel insurance is
required.
Flight information
Explore offers a wide range of flexible flying options to make
joining and leaving our trips easy. Read
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more about them here.
Flight Information
You are able to book this tour on a 'land only' basis or as a
‘flight inclusive’ package. Your flight inclusive
package will be fully protected by the Civil Aviation Authority
(CAA) ATOL protection scheme.
Booking a flight inclusive package with Explore
We have a good selection of flights not only from London but
from many regional airports around the UK
allowing us to compare fares between scheduled carriers as well
as low cost and charter airlines. Our
dedicated flights team will match the best flight options to
your arrival and departure airport.
On our website we display a UK flight inclusive package guide
price which is generally based on a London
departure. To avoid paying supplements or to secure your
preferred flight option, we recommend
booking as early as possible, especially for peak travel
dates.
Croatia
Vaccinations
Nothing compulsory, but we recommend being up-to-date with your
routine vaccination courses and
boosters as recommended in the UK including protection against
measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus,
diphtheria, hepatitis A, typhoid and polio. Tick-borne
encephalitis protection is recommended by some
medical sources at certain times of the year. Ticks are most
active between spring and late autumn. Please
check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor
prior to departure. The above is not an
exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and
travel health advice can be found by
following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at Explore Travel Health and
from your local healthcare provider.
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and
should be confirmed by you before
travelling.
General cycling information
On this trip we cycle 220 km over six days (an average of 37 km
per day). The roads are mainly
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quiet and paved. The terrain is gently undulating with some
steep inclines. Some customers find the
hills challenging but due to the short nature of them and
overall cycling distances we have graded
the route as moderate. A support vehicle accompanies the
rides.
Bike included
21 gear Polar hybrid bike. Electric bikes (e-bikes) are
available for an additional cost.
Bike information
Your included bike is a 24 gear Polar Avalanche or Shadow hybrid
bike and will be the correct
frame size for your height. A 3.5 litre handlebar bag and water
bottle holder are included as well as
the facility to fit your own pedals or saddle if you wish to
bring them. A support vehicle
accompanies the rides throughout the trip. We provide spare
parts and take care of the day to day
maintenance. All you need to bring is your own helmet.
Electric bikes (Scott) are available for an additional cost for
the duration of the holiday. Please
contact us for more details or to request your e-bike.
Cycling grade
Moderate
Additional InformationAdditional Information
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Why book this tripUnlike many other operators, we include the
hire of your bike in the overall cost of the holiday:
you don't need to bring your own or pay extra to hire one
locally. We also provide a support
vehicle, spare parts and take care of day to day bike
maintenance. All you need bring is your
own helmet.
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