Travel Details
Individual arrival in Omišalj on the island of Krk. (Approximately 6 km from Rijeka Airport)
Boarding takes place between 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. At 2:00 p.m., the first cruise aboard the boat to Rabac on the Istrian peninsula begins. The coastal town is surrounded by crystal-clear blue water, and numerous cafés along the waterfront promenade create a welcoming atmosphere. Explore the area on foot and get to know the boat and your fellow travelers. You will spend the night in Rabac.
Today's bike tour begins with a steady climb from sea level to the town of Labin. Once at the top, enjoy your first view of Kvarner Bay and its islands. Then cycle through the picturesque landscapes of Istria and small rural villages before returning to Labin for lunch. After enjoying your first locally prepared meal, you will descend to the boat in Rabac and continue your journey to the island of Cres, to the capital of the same name. A picturesque harbor town characterized by its Italian architecture. You will spend the night here.
After breakfast, today's bike tour begins, taking you from Cres town to Martinšćica. Here, your ship will be waiting for you for lunch and to take you to the island of Lošinj. If the weather is good, you can take a refreshing swim break on the way before your ship reaches the old seafaring and spa town of Mali Lošinj with its large harbor basin, numerous cafés, and colorfully painted house facades. Here, many beautiful cafés and bars invite you to enjoy a sundowner on the lively waterfront promenade.
The extensive promenade winds its way along many picturesque bays, taking you to the southernmost part of the island and the picturesque town of Veli Lošinj, where you will return to the ship for lunch. In the afternoon, you will cross over to the island of Ilovik, where you can enjoy a lovely walk or a swim in the sea.
After the crossing, enjoy a round trip through the diverse landscapes of the island of Rab. Starting from the old town, the tour takes us through varied landscapes, from coastal promenades to shady forests and secluded bays. After returning to the boat, you can enjoy some free time in this charming town, and in the evening, a guided tour of the town is on the program. You will spend the night in the town of Rab.
In the morning, you will travel to Krk, the capital of the island of the same name, with its beautiful old town. A round trip from the town of Krk will take you through the island's diverse landscapes, inland from the coast, through vineyards and small villages. Back in Krk, enjoy the evening exploring the narrow streets with your guide and then relaxing in one of the many beautiful terrace bars near the sea. You will spend the night in Krk.
Cycle over the island's ridge, covered with fragrant macchia, into a valley of vineyards and reach the museum town of Vrbnik in the northeast. Built on a rock over 50 m high in the middle of the vineyards, Vrbnik is home to the white Žlahtina wine. For lovers of superlatives, Vrbnik also offers the second narrowest alley in the world – a challenge for strollers. The rest of the route takes you across the island through old villages and lush vegetation to Omišalj – Rijeka comes into view. On the way, you can take a healing mud bath in Soline Bay. Afterwards, round off your eventful trip with a leisurely dinner and a final evening on board. Overnight stay in Omišalj.
After breakfast on board, disembarkation by 9 a.m. and individual journey home or extension of your Dalmatia vacation.
Tour Character
Bike tours through hilly to mountainous terrain with some steeper climbs up to approx. 400 meters in altitude. All tours, including the altitude differences, can be easily mastered with electronic assistance. Requires confident riding on winding descents, uneven asphalt, and occasionally on gravel paths. Suitable for experienced cyclists who are used to longer daily stages.
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Prices and dates
Services & Information
Included services
- 7 nights in cabins with shower/WC in the booked cabin category
- Program as per itinerary
- Bed linen and towels
- Half board: 7x breakfast, 9x lunch or dinner depending on the daily program
- Guided bike tours and sightseeing as per program
- Access to the RideWithGPS app for individual cycling (if desired)
- Overview maps of the individual cycling stages on board
- German and English-speaking tour guide
Services not included
Arrival and departure, visitor's tax, parking fees, transfers, bike rental, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, travel insurance, tips, drinks, and personal expenses.
Travel to Rijeka/Omišalj / Transfer
Nearest airport: Rijeka
Upon request and provision of flight number and arrival time, a transfer from the airport to the ship and back can be booked. Rijeka Airport – Omišalj Port – Rijeka Airport, price on request
Boarding 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Disembarkation by 9:00 a.m.
Minimum number of participants None, guaranteed departures.
The travel conditions of the tour operator apply: Boat Bike Tours, Aambeeldstraat 20, 1021 KB, Amsterdam.
Children Due to the demanding stages, we do not recommend this trip for children.
Bringing your own bikes For the trip you have booked, you will need a bike with derailleur gears in perfect technical condition, as the tours usually lead through hilly to mountainous terrain. We offer high-quality, well-maintained rental bikes. However, if you prefer to bring your own trekking bike, please check the condition of the brakes, gears, and tires before the trip and bring a repair kit and spare parts (e.g., inner tube). Please note that transporting your own bike on the plane incurs relatively high additional costs and there is a high risk of damage during transport. Due to safety regulations on the ships and to protect the health of our employees, it is not possible to bring your own e-bike. If you would like to ride an e-bike, please rent one from our stock. We advise against bringing your own road bike, as the narrow road bike tires are not suitable for the roads we travel on. The organizer accepts no liability for any damage to a bike you bring with you that is caused by loading, unloading, or transport.
Group pace On most bike & boat trips, you can choose between a trekking bike and an e-bike to participate in the daily tours. However, the guided group pace is based on the trekking bike riders. Anyone who rents an e-bike on a trekking bike trip is asked to be considerate of those who are riding without electronic assistance. We thank you for your understanding. This tour is primarily designed as a guided group tour. On this trip, we offer you the option of either joining your guides on the bike tours or completing the bike routes at your own pace using the free RideWithGPS route app for your smartphone and the GPS tracks and map material provided. Your tour guides will be traveling the same route as you. They will therefore be nearby and can be contacted by phone in case of emergencies, problems, or questions.
Timetable and program changes Changes due to weather, water levels, or technical conditions are always possible on boat trips.
Travel documents EU citizens (who do not have any special circumstances, e.g., dual citizenship, primary residence abroad, or provisionally issued travel documents) require a valid identity card or passport for this trip, which must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip. If you have a different citizenship or multiple citizenships, or if you have to comply with special legal requirements, please check the relevant visa and entry requirements with your consulate.
This trip is not suitable for people with limited mobility.
We recommend taking out international health insurance with repatriation, accident, baggage, and travel cancellation insurance.
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