Split to Dubrovnik - self guided bike tour

Split to Dubrovnik - self guided bike tour

Intro

Experience Croatia’s most iconic coastal and island landscapes on a self-guided cycling journey from Split to Dubrovnik. Pedal through ancient towns, sunny vineyards, pine forests, lavender fields, hidden coves and UNESCO sites as you move from island to island across the Adriatic.
Cycling this region is more than a journey—it’s a sensory experience: the scent of sage and rosemary rising from the hills, the taste of fresh seafood and island wines, the sound of village church bells and breathtaking views around every bend.

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Prices:

There are 2 type of accommodation: basic and standard.

Basic accommodation: apartments or B&Bs with private bathrooms, breakfast included

Standard accommodation: mix of 3* & 4* hotels and higher-quality B&Bs.

Basic accommodation                 Single supplement

April, May, October 1430 EUR         240 EUR

June, September    1520 EUR         300 EUR

July, August           1670 EUR         320 EUR

Standard accommodation           Single supplement

April, May, October  1630 EUR        400 EUR 
June, September     1720 EUR        480 EUR
July, August            1950 EUR        550 EUR           
 
Bike rental (rental basis 5 days)
• Hybrid bike: € 25/day
• Road bikes:
o CAAD Optimo €30/day
o Trek Emonda (carbon) €35/day
• E-bike: €35/day
 
INCLUDED
• Accommodation with breakfast
• Ferry tickets & water taxi transfers
• Luggage transfers (except very short walking distances near ports)
• Transfer to Dubrovnik on final day
• Bike delivery & fitting in Split
• GPX routes + navigation materials
• On-trip assistance if needed
 
NOT INCLUDED
• Flights
• Travel insurance
• Meals not listed
• Entrance fees for activities not in the program
• Shuttle services during cycling (unless specified)
• Tips

Itinerary

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Day 1 - Arrival to Split

Warm up ride: 20 km

Overnight: Split

Split is Croatia's vibrant coastal hub, built around the 1,700-year-old Diocletian's Palace, a living UNESCO World Heritage Site full of narrov stone streets, cafes and ancient Roman architecture. The waterfront Riva promenade buzzes with Mediterranean energy while the nearby Marjan forest park offers peacefull pine-covered hills overlooking the Adriatic.

Your ride: If you take the warm-up ride through Marjan Park, you'll cycle quiet roads lined with cypress and pine, pass stone chapels and enjoy panoramic viewpoints over Split, the Brač channel and the island you will soon explore.

Day 2 - Split -Hvar

Ferry to Stari Grad

Cycling: 42 km Elevation: 600 m

Overnight: Hvar town

Hvar Island blends history, agriculture, and dramatic nature.
 
• Stari Grad, one of Europe’s oldest towns (384 BC), still follows the geometric layout of its
ancient Greek founders.
• The surrounding Stari Grad Plain (Ager) is a perfectly preserved agricultural landscape of
olive groves, vineyards, and tiny stone walls—unchanged for 24 centuries.
• Inland villages like Velo Grablje and Brusje reveal Hvar’s past as a center of lavender
production, with terrace fields stretching down the hillsides.
The island’s central ridge offers sweeping views of endless sea, scattered islets, and rugged
coastline.
 
Your Ride
Cycle through the UNESCO plain and picturesque backroads, then gradually climb toward the lavender plateau. The ride finishes with one of Croatia’s most scenic descents—an unforgettable panoramic road dropping into sun-soaked Hvar Town, known for its Venetian architecture, waterfront restaurants and hilltop fortress.
 
Day 3 - Hvar - Korcula island
 
Water taxi to Vela Luka
 
Cycling: 58 km  Elevation: ~820 m
Overnight: Korčula town or Lumbarda
 
Korčula is often called the “Little Dubrovnik” for its medieval walled town, but the island offers much more:
 
• Vela Luka: A quiet harbor surrounded by olive groves and hills.
• Southern Coast bays (Prižba, Brna): A chain of turquoise coves perfect for swimming.
• Wine Villages (Čara & Smokvica): Birthplace of the indigenous Pošip white wine, with
endless vineyards carpeting the hillsides.
• Pupnat: One of the island’s oldest settlements, located near a ridge with dramatic views of the Pelješac Peninsula and open sea.
• Korčula town: A beautifully preserved medieval gem with narrow alleys, stone houses, and legends of Marco Polo.
 
Your Ride
You’ll pedal from the island’s quieter west toward its wine-rich center, passing olive trees, fig orchards, and stone hamlets. The southern coast’s winding road hugs cliffs above crystal-clear waters. The climb to Pupnat rewards you with breathtaking scenery before a smooth ridge ride leads toward Korčula town.
 
Day 4 - Mljet National park (day trip)
 
Catamaran to Mljet
Cycling: 20–35 km
Overnight: Korčula / Lumbarda
 
Mljet is Croatia’s greenest island—80% forested and deeply peaceful. The western part is protected as Mljet national park, home to:
• Two saltwater lakes (Veliko & Malo Jezero) with emerald water
• A serene forest road network
• Swimming spots with exceptionally clear water
• A tiny 12th-century Benedictine monastery on an islet in the large lake
• Traditional stone villages and quiet coves
Mljet is the perfect contrast to the busier islands: silent, shaded, and full of nature.
 
Your Ride
Choose between a relaxing loop around the lakes or a more challenging ascent into Mljet’s interior. Either way, the cycling is tranquil, scenic, and ideal for nature lovers. Return to Korčula in the afternoon.
 
Day 5 — Korčula - Pelješac Peninsula - Ston
Ferry to Orebić
 
Cycling: 50 km  Elevation: ~550 m
Overnight: Ston
 
Pelješac is renowned for its steep vineyards, crystal-clear bays, and traditional stone villages. The peninsula is Croatia’s most important wine region, known for Plavac Mali, the ancestor of California’s Zinfandel.
• Orebić: A town of sea captains, with beautiful pebble beaches and old captain’s villas.
• Dingač & Postup Region: Terraced vineyards clinging to steep hillsides above the sea.
• Coastal Road: Quiet stretches perfect for swimming in secluded coves.
• Ston: A medieval town famous for Europe’s largest stone walls (5.5 km) and centuries-old salt pans.
The landscape feels wild and unspoiled—mountains, vineyards, and the Adriatic stretching out endlessly.
 
Your Ride
Cycle seaside roads lined with grapevines, pass quiet hamlets, and enjoy panoramic Adriatic views.
The final kilometers lead into Ston, where you can taste local oysters, walk the ancient walls, or explore the historic saltworks.
 
 
 
Day 6 — Dubrovnik (end of tour)

Few cities impress like Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage jewel known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” Its marble streets, baroque churches, and massive stone walls rise dramatically above the sea.
Within the walls lie cafés, artisan shops, monasteries, and palaces. Outside the old town, the coastline offers hidden coves, viewpoints, and the lush Lokrum Island, just a short boat ride away.
 
Your Day
After your morning transfer, spend your final hours discovering this world-famous city, walking the full length of the walls, swimming below the cliffs, or relaxing in one of the charming stone piazzas.
 

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