Sail and bicycle
Dalmatia from Trogir to Dubrovnik
September 6-13, 2008
Reverse trip
Dalmatia from Dubrovnik to Trogir
September 13-20, 2008
$1699 per person, double occupancy
Dalmatia from Trogir to Dubrovnik
September 6-13, 2008
Reverse trip
Dalmatia from Dubrovnik to Trogir
September 13-20, 2008
$1699 per person, double occupancy
| Please note: The dates for the September 6-13 trip are on the left of the itinerary. The dates for the September 13-20 reverse trip are on the right. Reverse Trip: Day 1 & Day 8 are swapped. Croatia  Free
from the oppression of old Yugoslavia and the Balkan wars, Croatia
is now regaining its once lofty position as one of Europe’s
favorite tourist destinations. Its ports are on the itinerary of
many Mediterranean cruise ships, it is a favorite of sailors, and
beach goers. It is blessed with sunny weather, the blue waters of
the Adriatic, beautiful mountains, and classic old cities and
villages. The remains of Roman, Venetian, Byzantine, and
Austro-Hungarian empires are prevalent throughout the region.
Today, Croatia is a modern, clean, secure, republic on the verge
of entry into the EU. If you love Italy and Greece, you will also
love Croatia. Many of its people speak English and all are tourist
friendly. Best of all, Croatia is much more affordable than most
of Western Europe. |
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We have developed a customized tour of the islands and mainland Croatia. Your tour combines the elements of cruising the islands, sightseeing in the beautiful port cities and quaint island harbors, and cycling tours of the islands. The tour will begin in Split and conclude in Dubrovnik. Your tour will take you through olive orchards, vineyards, medieval fortifications, green forests, fertile valleys, and subtropical parks. You will have free time to explore many ports with extra time in Korcula, Hvar, and Dubrovnik. The cycling will be less extensive than our previous bike and barge trips with shorter rides and half vs. full day itineraries. We will ride as a group with each rider free to proceed at his/her own pace. We will have two guides to lead both the cycling and walking tours. The guides provide a briefing and maps for each cycle tour. Each ride will include stops for refreshment and to visit interesting sights. |
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| Kapetan Jure Your Home for the Week  We
will be cruising the islands of the Croatian coast aboard the
“Kapetan Jure”. She is an 88 foot wooden motor yacht built in 2000
in a traditional Croatian motor sailor style. The ship has 15
passenger cabins with 11 twin bed cabins on the main deck and 4
double bed cabins below deck. Each cabin has a private bath. The
below deck area is air conditioned. The upper deck contains an
open sundeck and the main salon and bar where all meals will be
served.Your host is the affable captain Anton who is supported by a crew of five including steward and cook. You will be served three hearty and delicious meals each day including a hot lunch and multi course dinner. The boat remains in each port overnight so there is no motoring to disturb your sleep |
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| Trip Price Includes: * 7 nights aboard the motor yacht “Kapetan Jure” * Most meals in Croatia * Multi-speed tour bicycle * Bicycle tour guides. * All airport transfers and ground transportation * Daily Cabin Cleaning * Towel Change Midweek * 1 free for 10 paid passengers |
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| Day 1 Sept 6 |
Trogir Trogir - Split Individual arrival by car to Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 5 km/3 mi. away from the boarding harbour of Trogir. After check in on the motor yacht the first small cruise begins at 2 pm from Trogir to Split. Here you will undertake your first cycle tour to the Marjan mountain, a popular relaxation destination for the inhabitants of Split. After dinner your guide will accompany you on a walk through the old town of Split, which is built into the famous palace of the Roman Caesar Diokletian and is a world heritage site. Overnight stay in Split. |
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Olives Brac In the morning the ship will bring you to the island of Brac where you will embark in Supetar, the ferry port of the island and the starting point of the first bike today that will lead along the coast. Your ship will pick you up in Pucisca and you will have lunch during the next cruise to Povlja. Today’s second bike tour will begin with a long but moderate ascent to the mountain ridge of the island past mulberry, kiwi and fig trees, olive groves and vineyards. The follwoing descent to Bol rewards you for your steep with amazing panoramic views of the neighbouring island Hvar. The overnight stay is in Bol, close to the well-known “Golden Horn” that is supposed to be one of the most beautiful beaches of Croatia. |
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Guests Hvar During breakfast crossover to Stari Grad on the island of Hvar. The destination for your morning tour are the picturesque harbours of Jelsa and Vrboska. Afterwards you will return to Stari Grad for lunch. The afternoon’s cycling tour leads you along the almost traffic free pass road through small villages to the town of Hvar. Once arrived in the town of Hvar you will undertake a guided tour around the town across the large Renaissance square which is lined with cathedral and many late gothic palaces. You will also climb to the Spanish fort. Here you will enjoy an amazing view over the ocean and the Paklenica Islands. |
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Korcula Korcula In the morning you will sail to the island of Korcula. The peacefulness and remoteness of luscious gardens with large cypresses dominate the appearance of perhaps the most beautiful Dalmatian island. Firstly you will cycle from Vela Luka, passing by Blato, which like Rome, was built on 7 hills, to Brna. Here the ship is already awaiting you for lunch. Afterwards you will cycle on the old pass roads past the Pupnat Bay and finally you will reach Pupnat, from where the boat will bring you to Korcula town that vies with Venice for the title of the birth place of Marco Polo. Overnight stay in Korcula. |
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Flowers Peninsula Peljesac and Mljet Pelješac impresses visitors even from afar with its Sv. Ilja Mountain, which rises almost 1000 metres from the sea. After a short cruise in the morning you will take a cycle tour into the inland of the island past the famous winegrowing region of Dalmatia (the excellent Plavac and Dingac wines come from here) to Trstenik. During lunch you cross over to the green, wooded island of Mljet, which is also known as the honey island. In the 12th century Benedictine monks founded a beautifully situated monastery, which you will see on your short cycle trip. The local pine forest is one of the most beautiful of its kind in the entire Mediterranean region - Ulysses is said to have spent seven here. Today this region is a national park and the highlight of every Dalmatian journey. |
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Sunset Mljet and Sipan After breakfast you will explore the island of Mljet, starting in Pomena. In Sobra, the ferry port of the island, the ship will be awaiting you and bring you to Sipan, one of the Elafiti islands. During the afternoon a short bike tour leads you through green forests, fertile valleys and subtropical parks until you will reach the other end of the island. In the evening you will return to the ship where you will have dinner. |
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Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Early in the morning final crossover to Dubrovnik. With your guides you will cycle to a place which offers a spectacular view of the Old Town of Dubrovnik. After your return to Dubrovnik you will be taken on a tour by a local guide who will explain you the history of this interesting and world-famous city. At night you have the opportunity to explore on your the lively city of Dubrovnik with the picturesque alleys, numerous stairways and countless bars. |
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Kapetan Jure Disembarkation Breakfast and depart the Kapetan Jure. Disembarkation till 9:00am and individual departure. |
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General Information Alterations We reserve the right to make alterations on the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions as well as organizational necessities. Requirements (level 2-3) The bike-tours require a basic level of fitness from participants, which they should have acquired from steady cycling. The routes can reach an altitude of 200 - 500 metres. The day-tours will take us 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 they are, however, also permitted to push their bikes. 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 traveled on outside the holiday seasons. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the other participants. Bringing children We believe that only children in a good physical condition and of a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the bike-tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1,40 m (4.6 ft.) Catering The cook on board is a member of the crew and prepares a hearty breakfast and two warm dishes a day. Participants: * Minimum: 24 participants * Maximum: 30 participants Booking To check for availability or book this tour, please call Beyond Boundaries Travel or email info@beyondboundariestravel.com |
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