Croatia: The Dalmatian Islands

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Don’t be fooled by knock-offs—this VBT vacation is authentic Croatia at its best! For more than 15 years, we’ve cycled Croatia’s Dalmatian Islands, discovering the best bike routes, waterfront accommodations, and pristine, turquoise beaches. Most importantly, we’ve dedicated ourselves to making friends across the archipelago, swapping stories with local skipp...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Cycle along the harbor of Postira, a beautiful village nestled between the ocean and hillsides graced by centuries-old olive and pine groves.
    • Visit a world-renowned stone-cutting school.
    • Connect with daily life in this stunningly beautiful region during two home-hosted meals.
    • Behold breathtaking views from Vidova Gora, the “summit of the Adriatic.”
    • Take a dip in the Adriatic at Zlatni Rat, Croatia’s most famous beach.

What's this trip about?

    Don’t be fooled by knock-offs—this VBT vacation is authentic Croatia at its best! For more than 15 years, we’ve cycled Croatia’s Dalmatian Islands, discovering the best bike routes, waterfront accommodations, and pristine, turquoise beaches. Most importantly, we’ve dedicated ourselves to making friends across the archipelago, swapping stories with local skippers, discovering hidden vineyards and olive groves—even pausing to pet local donkeys. With VBT’s deep Croatian roots, you have an invitation to share a home-cooked meal around the unpretentious kitchen tables of two local families. As VBT’s Croatian trip leaders guide you on spectacular cycling routes along the azure Adriatic coast, they’ll introduce you to their local friends along the way. When you join VBT on this seminal Croatian cycling vacation, you’re not a tourist—you’re family. 

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 22 people
Age range13 to 80 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySplit
End CityDubrovnik

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Cycling
  • Nature
  • Guided Group

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 22

Trip includes

    • Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
    • Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
    • Support Vehicle
    • Luggage Transportation
    • Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
    • Welcome Reception
    • Facilitated Cultural Experiences
    • Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1: Travel from Split to Brač Island / Warm-up ride / Welcome reception

Your VBT trip leaders and the rest of the group will meet at the hotel in Split.

Meet your trip leaders at the hotel at 8:30 a.m. Your baggage will be transported to the ferry in the VBT support vehicle at that time to ensure a place in line for our vehicle. Yo...

DAY 2: Cycle from Postira to Škrip and Pučišća / Visit stonecutters’ school / Home-hosted dinner

This morning’s ride will bring you to Škrip, the oldest settlement on the island and the source of the stone used at the stonecutter school we will see this afternoon. From there, the ride to Pučišća follows quieter roads along the scenic north coast and passes throug...

DAY 3: Vidova Gora / Rural villages / Milna

Today’s journey affords you some of the most spectacular views of your bike tour in Croatia. After breakfast, shuttle to the highest point on the island, Vidova Gora. This lookout, known as the summit of the Adriatic, affords breathtaking panoramas. From here, enjoy m...

DAY 4: Bol & Zlatni Rat Beach / Boat ride / Hvar town / Cooking lesson and home-hosted dinner

Bid farewell to your hotel in Brač and travel by coach across the top of the island to the base of Vidova Gora. From here, ride through easy terrain past the medieval settlements of Pražnica and Gornji Humac. These rustic hamlets illustrate how the island’s towns and ...

DAY 5: Hvar / Stari Grad

After breakfast, you’ll ride past fields of poppies, rosemary, and lavender. The ride starts with a steady climb of about four miles (6.5 km) to the village of Brusje and rewards you with views of a dramatic, sparsely inhabited landscape crisscrossed by a multitude of...

DAY 6: Vrboska / Jelsa / Pitva / Brusje

Today’s ride—certain to be a highlight of your bike tour of Croatia—is relatively flat. It carries you through verdant fields and quiet stone villages and along the narrow harbor between Vrboska and Jelsa.

Your first destination is Vrboska, an adorable harbor t...

DAY 7: Travel to Dubrovnik / VBT Bicycling Vacation ends

After breakfast, travel to the port of Dubrovnik, arriving at approximately 12:15 p.m. (total travel time is approximately three hours). Upon arrival to Dubrovnik’s port, you will shuttle with your VBT representative to the Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik, where your tour en...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,345
Price per day$478
Last Updated: 5/16/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with VBT Bicycling Vacations.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

VBT Bicycling Vacations Reviews & Ratings

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John S

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Outstanding guided bike tour of Croatia

Best guided tour ever. Fabulous biking experience. Gorgeous country. Exceptional guides

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Kim Sowinski

Nov 2023

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Cycling in Croatia

Superb trip! Croatia is more beautiful than I could have imagined! EBikes should have been aggressively recommended. We are seasoned cyclists, but could have enjoyed...

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Bob Rauner

Nov 2023

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Croatia & the islands of Brac & Hvar.

Great trip. The swims in the Adriatic, food, and history were amazing. I would suggest either the road bike or an eBike as this was the hardest bike trip we have don...

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Vince

Nov 2023

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Beautiful Country with the Nicest People

Beautiful country with the nicest people. Good challenging riding but also relaxin...

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Tour Operator

VBT Bicycling Vacations

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Since 1971, VBT has crafted immersive and authentic biking vacations for active travelers. When you travel with VBT, you’re not just another tourist—you’re a traveler. With us, you’ll experience your destination with the help of a local, bilingual trip leader with a passion for sharing their home with you. You’ll eat in local restaurants, stay in accommodations that have been family-owned for generations and cycle through vineyards, olive groves, and medieval villages. 


With VBT, you won’t just visit a place—you’ll immerse yourself in it. You might follow a centuries-old pasta recipe while taking a cooking class in Rome—or learn a folk dance in Croatia, followed by sharing a bottle of locally-produced Grk wine with your new friends. Exploring the world on two wheels lets you experience your surroundings on a deeper level.

 

VBT offers exceptional value without compromising on quality. Simply put, no other US-based active travel company offers an experience this rich for such a reasonable price. On our tours, you can see more sights, have more local experiences, and enjoy more delicious, authentic meals—all while staying in high-quality, boutique hotels and charming, family-run inns.

 

All you have to do is show up at the airport—we’ll handle the rest! From tour consultants who help you find the perfect vacation to expert local trip leaders who show you the best place for gelato, we take care of all the little details that make your trip memorable. We book your flights, arrange all your transportation and accommodations, and move your luggage between hotels. Our support vans are available to give you a lift up a hill or quickly fix a flat tire. VBT takes care of your travel details and creates unique itineraries so you can relax and enjoy your small-group vacation from start to finish.

 

Friendly camaraderie, cultural immersion, and casual comforts are the hallmarks of our vacations. Discover delightful people, beautiful hotels, foreign cultures, and fascinating lifestyles that will enrich your life and provide memories for years to come.

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VBT Cycling are renowned for offering exceptional guided and self-guided bicycle tours worldwide.

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Logistics

Accommodation

6 nights in 4-star hotels

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Meals Included

12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners

Age Requirements
13 to 80 years
Additional Information

This tour offers a combination of rolling terrain and moderate-to-challenging hills and is ideal for everyone from energetic beginners to experienced cyclists. Our VBT support vehicle is always available for those who would like a break from riding.

Daily Mileage: 6 - 35 miles| Biking: 1 - 5 hours| Group Size: 22

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