North Dalmatia Bike and Boat
8 Days Starting and ending in Trogir, Croatia
Visiting: Trogir, Šibenik, Krka National Park, Murter Island, Zadar, Primosten
Tour operator:
Tour code:
NPD
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
14 - 36
Age range:
10-
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the North Dalmatia Bike and Boat tour, exploring the stunning landscapes and rich history of Croatia. Cycle through the picturesque Northern Dalmatian islands, visit medieval towns like Sibenik, Zadar, and Trogir, and marvel at the breathtaking views from the cliffs of Telascica Bay. Experience the natural beauty of Krka National Park's waterfalls and sail through the pristine waters of Kornati National Park. Enjoy guided walking tours, including a visit to the famous Cathedral of St. James in Sibenik, and cycle on the scenic islands of Ugljan and Pasman. This tour offers a perfect blend of cycling, sailing, and cultural exploration, all while staying aboard a comfortable premium boat.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Trogir To Board The Boat, Cross To Rogoznica
Location: Trogir
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Dinner
Individual arrival by car to Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 5km / 3mi away from the boarding harbour of Trogir. Taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from Split airport or hotel to the boat in Trogir. After check-in on the motor yacht from 2:00pm, the first small cruise begins at about 3:00pm from Trogir to Rogoznica. Relax on board and take in the stunning scenery as we cross to Rogoznica where we spend our first night - a village on a small island which is connected to the mainland by a dam. Later in the afternoon there is time to adjust the bicycles.
Day 2 : Cycle To Primošten, Cruise To Šibenik Then Skradin (20Km/12Mi)
Location: Šibenik
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning we cycle from Rogoznica to Primošten. From here the boat takes us to Šibenik at the mouth of the river Krka that flows into the Adriatic Sea. After visiting the old town and the famous Cathedral of St. James, a UNESCO World Heritage site known as the most beautiful religious building of the Adriatic Coast, we set off again. On the cruise we pass the lower course of the river Krka following the river bend until we reach Skradin. We spend our night in the port of the village.
Day 3 : Explore Krka National Park By Boat & Foot, Cruise To Vodice, Loop Cycle (36Km/22Mi)
Location: Krka National Park
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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 with its unique waterfalls. After exploring this lush green wonderland, we enjoy lunch before setting off on our bikes from Skradin to the well-known holiday town of Vodice.
Day 4 : Cycle To Murter Island, Cruise Through National Park Kornati & Telašcica (25Km/16Mi)
Location: Murter Island
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning we cycle from Vodice to Murter Island, which is connected to the mainland by a lift bridge in the town of Tisno. We cycle over the bridge and along the waterfront, passing by two old coastal villages, until we reach a small jetty. From here, we enjoy a spectacular sail through the Kornati National Park, an archipelago in crystal clear water, known for its rich aquatic life, until we reach the Nature Park Telašcica. In the evening, we take a walk through the park and along the island’s stunning cliffs. A salt lake and a family of donkey also characterise the nature park and make for a wonderful location to spend a quiet night.
Day 5 : Cycle On Dugi Otok Island, Cruise To Zadar And Explore On Foot (28Km/17Mi)
Location: Zadar
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast we start our bike tour from the Telašcica Nature Park, along an almost traffic-free panoramic road across the island of Dugi Otok. During the ride we are treated to unforgettable vistas of the islands in the deep blue sea. We meet the ship in Savar and board for a crossing to the city of Zadar, which for centuries was the political, cultural, and spiritual centre of Dalmatia. Once we arrive, there is the opportunity to take part in a walking tour during which you will find out all about this fascinating city while strolling through the winding alleys and the lively old town, characterised by 3,000 years of history. The night is spent in Zadar.
Day 6 : Cruise To Ugljan, Cycle On Ugljan And Pasman Islands, Cruise To Primosten (33Km/20Mi)
Location: Primosten
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
During breakfast the boat crosses to the island of Ugljan at the channel of Zadar. Today we have ample time to explore the islands of Ugljan and Pasman by bike. Recently the two islands have been connected by a bridge. Along the east coast we experience the beautiful views of the ocean and mainland opposite. After our bike tour, we sail back to the city of Primosten on the mainland. Here we can enjoy some time swimming and exploring the quaint sea-side village. The night is spent in Primosten.
Day 7 : Cruise To Solta And Cycle The Island, Return By Boat To Trogir (15Km/9Mi)
Location: Trogir
Accommodation Name: Boat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
In the morning our boat takes us to the island of Solta. Olive and fig trees and farmland surround the streets. The spicy smell of lavender and rosemary will follow us throughout the whole tour around the silent island until we reach the village Grohete. In the afternoon our last cruise takes us back to Trogir, where we have enough time for a stroll through the World Heritage old town of Trogir. In the evening we enjoy a celebration dinner with the crew and tour guides.
Day 8 : Trip Concludes In Trogir (Close To Split)
Location: Trogir
Meals Included: Breakfast
Disembark after breakfast around 9am and individual departure, or taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from the boat to Split airport or hotel.
What's Included
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners (does not include drinks). The cook on board is a member of the crew. The meals begin with dinner on day 1 and end with breakfast on day 8.
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Accommodation
7 nights accommodation in a twin cabin below deck with ensuite facilities on board a premium boat. Supplement applies for above deck or single cabin.
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Bike Rental
21 speed hybrid bike rental with pannier. Mountain bike option available on select departures. 8-speed electric bikes available on most trips, limited supplies; supplements apply.
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Experienced Crew
Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide.
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Bed Linen and Towels
Bed linen and towels are provided.
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Information Pack
Information pack including overview maps per cabin.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees for the national parks (group visits only).
What's Not Included
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Travel to and from Split (Trogir)
Travel to and from Split (Trogir) is not included.
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Cabin Upgrades
Upgrade to a cabin on deck or single cabin – supplements apply.
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Drinks on Board
Drinks on board and meals not included.
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Drinking Water and Tourist Tax
Drinking water and tourist tax - EUR60 per adult, EUR30 per child up to 16 - payable locally to the captain.
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Tips
Tips for crew and tour guides.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory.
Cruise cover may be required - check with your insurer. -
Entrance Fees to Attractions
Entrance fees to attractions (individual visits) are not included.
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Helmets
Helmets are mandatory on all bike tours.
You are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet.
A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential), however, we cannot guarantee their suitability. -
Optional Bicycle Insurance
Optional bicycle insurance can be booked on arrival and paid in cash locally.
EUR10 per person for hybrid bike, EUR20 per person for mountain bike or electric bike. -
Taxi Transfer
Taxi transfer from the airport or your hotel to the boat (allow approx EUR20) - or reservation on request for an additional cost on embarkation and disembarkation days only.
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Secure Parking
Secure parking space in Trogir - reservation essential, paid in cash locally to the tour guide.
EUR50/week for a car up to 6m in length, EUR100/week for a car longer than 6m. -
Items of a Personal Nature
Items of a personal nature are not included.
Accommodation
7 nights boat. Sample photos of the cabins. See additional photos above or ask our staff for your specific boat.
Grading
TRIP GRADING - INTRODUCTORY TO MODERATE (2)
The trip requires a basic level of fitness from participants, which they should have acquired from steady cycling. The tours take you up to a height of between 100 and 300m / 328 to 985ft above sea-level. The daily tours from 15 to 35km/9.5 to 21.5mi lead you through hilly and mountainous terrain and will be completed without any time-constraints. Participants will also need to master long and steep climbs, during which you may need to push the bike. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike-tour. We will traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled on outside the holiday seasons. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the tour guides. It is considered suitable for fit beginners and active children (minimum 10 years, height minimum is 1.2m/4ft for hybrid bike or 1.5m/5ft for e-bike). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
What You Carry
During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.
Mode of Transport
Individual arrival by car to Trogir or by plane to Split airport. Taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from Split airport or hotel to the boat in Trogir.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of bike is provided for the tour?
A 21-speed hybrid bike with a pannier is provided. Mountain bikes are available on select departures, and 8-speed electric bikes are available on most trips, though limited in supply and with an additional supplement.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners. Drinks are not included. Meals begin with dinner on day 1 and end with breakfast on day 8.
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Is there an option to upgrade the cabin?
Yes, you can upgrade to a cabin on deck or a single cabin, but supplements apply.
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What is the level of difficulty for the cycling tours?
The trip is graded as introductory to moderate. It requires a basic level of fitness, with daily tours ranging from 15 to 35 km through hilly and mountainous terrain. Participants may need to master long and steep climbs and can choose to bike alone or join the tour guides.
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Are helmets provided for the bike tours?
Helmets are mandatory on all bike tours. You are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. A limited number of rental helmets are available on board, but reservation is essential, and we cannot guarantee their suitability.
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What should I carry during the cycling day?
You will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone, and water. A small daypack that can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.
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Is travel insurance required for this tour?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory. Cruise cover may be required, so check with your insurer.
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Are entrance fees to national parks included?
Yes, entrance fees for the national parks are included for group visits only.
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Can I book a taxi transfer from the airport to the boat?
Yes, a taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from Split airport or your hotel to the boat in Trogir.
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What happens if I don't want to cycle on a particular day?
You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat instead of taking a planned bike tour.
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How fit do I have to be?
Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.
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What happens if something goes wrong?
On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.
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I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?
Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
UTracks allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform utracks, 70 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
UTracks requires a minimum deposit of 250 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.