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Kvarner Bay by Bike + Boat

from/to Omisalj with Linda

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Route

Tour profile: Level 2-3

The cycling routes require a basic level of fitness, which you should have acquired by steady cycling. The routes can reach an altitude of 400 to 700 meters. The daily routes, of 30 - 50 km, cover hilly and mountainous terrain and can be completed without time constraints. You will also come across some longer and rather steep climbs, where walking your bike is of course permitted. The tour guides will inform you about the course of the tour in due time. You can also choose to skip a bike tour and spend a day sunbathing on the ship instead. The roads are mostly asphalted and there is little traffic outside of holiday periods. You can decide every day for yourself, whether you would like to cycle individually using the maps provided, or join one of the tour guides (or other individual participants).

  • Extension module 2 days Zagreb - PRE-tour available

    EXTENSION MODULE 2-DAYS ZAGREB (pre tour available)

    Take the time to extend your holiday by a few days in Zagreb , which on the one hand organizes adequate activities, and on the other hand offers you enough leisure time to discover Zagreb on your own.

    Day 1
    A private transfer collects you at the Zagreb airport and brings you to the doorstep of your hotel. You will have time to freshen up after your journey. In the late afternoon your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel to take you on an interesting and inspiring walk through the Croatian capital. The old town, built by the Austro-Hungarian Empire, will charm you at every turn. During a guided city tour, our local guide will enlighten you on the city in its current position and its former past. The Kaptol (the center of the Roman Catholic Church in Croatia) and Gradec (the upper old town) are of course included in the program. In the evening you will dine in a specially selected restaurant. The delicious local specialties will be a great way to end the day. Overnight stay in a hotel in the town center of Zagreb.

    Day 2
    Transfer to Omišalj after breakfast (if required to Pula in case of embarking for Islandhopping Istria; prices/additional fee on request).

    Included services 2-days:

    • hotel at the town center
    • sightseeing tour in Zagreb excl. entry fees
    • Dinner in a local restaurant
    • Transfer from Zagreb airport to your hotel and/or return
    • Transfer from your hotel in Zagreb to Omišalj and/or return
    • Taxes

    Price per person incl. breakfast:

    3*hotel:
    double room € price on request
    single room  € price on request

    4*hotel:
    double room € price on request
    single room  € price on request

Day 1: Omisalj – Cres

Individual arrival in Omisalj, a nice little harbor village on the island of Krk. If you’re planning to arrive by car, we will organize a safe parking space for you. Check-in on the motor yacht between 2 and 2.30 pm. At about 3 pm the ship takes us to the island of Cres in about four hours. On Cres we take a walk through the Venetian old town in the evening.

Day 2: Islands of Cres and Losinj, approx. 28 km

After breakfast we start our tour from the city of Cres to Martinšćica. The boat awaits your arrival and lunch is served during the cruise to the island of Lošinj. If the weather is good, the captain will arrange a swim stop along the way before tying off in the harbor wellness town of Mali Lošinj. The port with its colourful facades and numerous cafes offers its visitors a welcoming atmosphere for a relaxed evening.

Day 3: Islands of Losinj and Molat, approx. 20 + 10 km

We cycle along the seaside promenade to the south of Loðinj and visit the picturesque small harbor town of Veli Loðinj before we meet the ship for lunch. In the afternoon we cross over to the island of Molat where we can do another short cycling tour. We spend the night in a peaceful and secluded port on the island.

Day 4: Island of Dugi Otok and Zadar, approx. 32 km

In the morning the ship will take you to the spice island of Dugi Otok. In the bay of Božava, surrounded by pine forests, agaves and tamarisk trees, your cycling tour begins. First you will go to the northern tip of the island, where the Veli Rat lighthouse has been showing ships the right way since 1849. Then you continue your bike tour to the port of Savar or Brbinj. The afternoon offers enough time for an extensive bathing break. Afterwards you will head for the city of Zadar, which has been the political, cultural and spiritual center of Dalmatia for centuries. 3000 years of history characterize the cityscape here, and there is much to marvel at: the mighty fortress wall with its defense towers, the loggia, but also the early Romanesque basilica of St. Donatus.

Day 5: Islands of Pag and Rab, approx. 34 km

In the morning we reach the island of Pag. In the harsh but delightful landscape of the island we come across many fig and olive trees. Over the centuries the inhabitants have built numerous stone walls for protection against the wind. Starting from Novalja we cycle on the narrow peninsula until we reach the sea from where the ship takes us to Rab. The island of Rab is one of the sunniest places in Europe. The town of Rab, the fortified capital of the island, was built in the Middle Ages on a wedge shaped headland and marks one of the highlights of the trip. The four famous bell towers are the symbol of the adorned beauty of the town. There is plenty of time to explore the narrow alleys with their numerous cosy cafés in the evening.

Day 6: Island of Rab, approx. 25 km

Today we enjoy a round tour through diverse landscapes on the Island of Rab. Starting from the old town, our tour takes us through alternating landscapes from coastal promenades, to shaded forests and secluded bays. After returning to the boat we start our cruise towards the island of Krk. Along the way we hope to stop for a refreshing swim from the boat. We spend the evening in the historical town of Krk.

Day 7: Island of Krk, approx. 45 km

We cycle over the ridge of the island which is covered by fragrant macchia to a valley of vineyards and then onwards to the small museum town of Vrbnik in the northeast. The town built on a 50-meter-high cliff and surrounded by vineyards is the home of the famous white wine Zlahtina. Another peculiarity that Vrbnik has to offer is the second narrowest alley in the world. The way leads us across the island through old villages and rich vegetation to Omiðalj. On our way we have a chance to swim in the bay of Soline. The last evening aboard takes place traditionally and includes the communal dinner and a last get-together in a cosy atmosphere with crew and tour guides.

Day 8: Omisalj

After breakfast disembarkation until 9 a.m. and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Due to changing wind and weather conditions as well as organizational requirements we reserve the right to make changes of routing and program.

Services

  • 7 nights in a double cabin below deck with shower/toilet 

  • 2x full board and 5x half board

  • Bed linen and towels 

  • Guided cycling tours as described in itinerary

  • Maps with daily routes on board

  • English-speaking tour guide

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

    Season / Period
    Type
    S1   03.05. - 10.05.24
    S3   17.05. - 24.05.24
    S3   14.06. - 21.06.24
    S2   28.06. - 05.07.24
    S2   05.07. - 12.07.24
    S2   12.07. - 19.07.24
    S2   19.07. - 26.07.24
    S2   26.07. - 02.08.24
    S2   02.08. - 09.08.24
    S2   09.08. - 16.08.24
    S3   16.08. - 23.08.24
    S3   23.08. - 30.08.24
    S3   13.09. - 20.09.24
    S3   20.09. - 27.09.24

    Extras

    Water (obligatory / payable on spot)
    Adults 60
    Children until 16,99 years 30
       
    Discount extra bed
    3rd Person in 3-Bed-Cabin (0-99 years) -50%
        only possible on ship LINDA  
    Children up to16 years in own cabin -25%
       
    Rental bikes
    21-speed 80
    E-Bike 225
    Gravelbike 180
    Insurance against theft/damage (trekkingbike) 10
    Insurance against theft/damage (e-bike or Gravelbike) 25
       
    Extra Nights + packages
    Extra package 2 nights Zagreb pre tour on request
       
    Transfers/Parking
    Transfer Airport/Hotel Zagreb City - Harbour * on request
    Parking spot (payable locally)  
         Motorcycle 40
         Car 70
         Vehicle over 6 m 120

    *Transfer just available on days of embarking and disembarking.

    Time for departure (day of embarking):
    From Zagreb City: 11.30 am, from Airport Zagreb: 12.15
    Time for departure (day of embarking): 8 am 


    Best - Price - Guarantee

    If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
    All prices per person in EUR

    Ship

    Welcome aboard the comfort ship LINDA !

    Captain Damir’s Linda is a spacious wooden motor yacht. She was built in 1955 and renovated in 2004/2005. The spacious saloon can accommodate 32 guests, and the middle sundeck is constructed in a way that meals can also be served outside. The upper deck measures 131 sq ft./ 40 square meters and is big enough for sunbathing.


    Cabins

    Showers and toilets are provided in each cabin.

    • Main deck: Three cozy cabins below deck are equipped with separate beds and two portholes each. Another one has got a double bed with an additional bunk bed above the large bed, so that they can also be booked by three persons.
    • Upper deck: On deck there are ten double cabins. Six of those have a double bed and four double cabins are equipped with separate beds.

    Catering

    The cook on board is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and and or two warm meals a day. The catering consists of 2x full board and 5 x half board. Catering starts with the dinner on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.


    Languages on board

    German, English

    Bicycle

    Rental bikes incl. Panniers

    We provide the following bikes on board:

    • 21-speed trekking bikes (men’s and women’s frames in four different frame sizes: 46 cm and 52 cm for women, 56 cm and 60 cm for men.).
    • E-bikes
    • tagalongs, child seats, ...

    If you do not want to do without your own saddle or clipless pedals, you are welcome to bring them with you and have them mounted on your rental bike by your tour guide on site.


    E-bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelecs

    Our e-bikes are high-quality pedelecs, which are characterized by a relatively low weight and good equipment. With an e-bike, even steep inclines can be climbed almost effortlessly. So now cyclists with different fitness levels can go on tours together! 


    Additional insurance (bookable/payable on site)

    Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike (not covered: intentional damage):

    21-speed trekking bike: € 10,- /week
    Electric bike: € 20,- /week

    Useful

    Arrival - Parking - Departure

    Arrival by plane

    Airport: Rijeka (RJK) / Pula (PUY) / Zagreb (ZAG) / Pula (PUY) / Triest (TRS) 


    Arrival by car

    Parking near the ship landing station, payable locally (reservation necessary) see "Dates and Prices" for details.


    Arrival by train

    Train station: Rijeka
    If you plan your arrival by train, please be informed that there is no direct connection by train to Omisalj. Unfortunately bikes are not allowed in the train from Munich to Rijeka.


    Arrival by bus

    During the touristic season there are constant buses to over 50 spots in Croatia, within also to Rijeka. Please find the timetable at www.touring.de.


    Transfers

    From/to train station/airport see via "Dates and Price". Reservation within flight dates necessary.


    Participants

    Minimum: 14


    Additional information

    Helmets
    Helmet use is mandatory on all bike rides. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. Rental helmets are available on board in limited number (reservation requested).

    Bringing children
    The cruise offered here is especially for children an unforgettable experience. If you book a three-bed cabin, you receive a 50 % discount on the basic tour price. Please note that we have 21-gear- children’s bikes only for body sizes above 1.50. For smaller children we offer trailer bikes or children’s seats (by request). Please note that children under the age of 16 are obliged to wear biking helmets.

    Bringing own bike
    Please be informed that only bringing normal trekking-/touring-/city-bikes is allowed. It is NOT possible to bring own E-bikes - those have to be rented; depending on availability.

    Videos

    Travel stories

    5,7 of 6 Stars | 5
    We loved our bike boat trip in Croatia! The ship was comfortable with everything you need! The on-board food was absolutely amazing! Our tour guides Anna and Kristopher we outstanding, very knowledgeable and helpful!...D.W. 10/22
    5.9 03.10.2022 | Dolena W. Kvarner Bay by Bike + Boat

    Amazing cycle tour!

    We loved our bike boat trip in Croatia! The ship was comfortable with everything you need! The on-board food was absolutely amazing! Our tour guides Anna and Kristopher we outstanding, very knowledgeable and helpful! Having a credit card machine on the ...
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
    • Accomodation 5
    • Board 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 6
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
    • Price-performance ratio 6
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    6 14.09.2018 | Susan N. Kvarner Bay by Bike + Boat LINDA

    Excellent tour!

    This was my first cycling tour and it completely met my expectations. The descriptions were all very accurate and the entire experience, staff, accommodations, cycling was excellent. It was also very reasonably priced.
    • Overall satisfaction 6
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 6
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
    • Price-performance ratio 6
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    5.6 29.09.2015 | scott miner M. Kvarner Bay by Bike & Boat

    comments

    a few things that could be improved:1. Despite numerous attempts I never received a confirmation time for my transfer from Zagreb. This was very frustrating!2. Upon arrival at the boat we were offered a choice of two cabins. We selected the upper ...
    • Overall satisfaction 5
    • Booking handling 5
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Luggage transport 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 5
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
    • Price-performance ratio 5
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    5.5 08.09.2015 | Patrick F. Kvarner Bay by Bike & Boat

    Island Hopping in Kvarner Bucht

    This was an excellent tour. I tried an e-bike for the first time and was impressed, but would have preferred a bike with larger wheels. The food on board was absolutely magnificent and the service from all of the staff, including our very knowledgeable ...
    • Overall satisfaction 5
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Route description 5
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 5
    • Bicycle + equipment 4
    • Price-performance ratio 6
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