Our proud motor yacht Harmonia is your home for an amazing week, spacious cabins with private bathrooms, a comfortable sundeck as well as a stylish salon await your visit.

 If you would like to experience the region of South Dalmatia thoroughly, not wanting to do without Dubrovnik and its amazing city walls, this sail and cycle trip is an excellent choice. Accompanied by our charming motor yacht, we get to know this sparsely populated part of Croatia. Breathtaking scenic experiences and cultural highlights await you. The highlights of the trip are the town centre of Split and Dubrovnik which are listed as UNESCO’s world heritage sites. We cycle the islands of Brač, Hvar, Korčula, Lastovo, Mljet and Šipan and experience the interaction of sea and land, culture and nature close up and personally.

NOTE: The direction of this tour alternates each week.

DAY TO DAY ITINERARY 

Day 1 (Sun) Embarkation at Dubrovnik

Individual journey to Dubrovnik. Check-in on board starts between 2 and 2.30 pm at Gruž, the town port. At about 4.30 pm, a guided tour through Dubrovnik is offered, where we hear some interesting details of the town’s history and visit the most impressive sites. The boat will spend the night in Gruž offering the guests an opportunity to experience Dubrovnik’s nightlife.

2nd Day (Mon) Dubrovnik –  Mljet Island (aprx. 17.5 mi./28 km)

In the morning we cross over to the green and forested island Mljet – known as the honey island. With 70 % of its landmass covered by woodland it is the most forested island in the Mediterranean region. Homer mentioned this lovely island in his epic poem “Odyssey”. He made it a home for the Nymph Calypso and the legendary Greek king Odysseus, who could not resist Calypso and stayed on Mljet for seven years. We cycle from Sobra to Pomena where our ship awaits us for dinner. Overnight stay in Pomena.

3rd Day (Tue) Islands Lastovo and Korčula: Korčula town (aprx. 17.5 mi./28 km)

Today our ship takes us to the Island of Lastovo. The island is one of the smaller inhabited islands in the Adriatic Sea. The Emperor Augustus appreciated the mild climate, and in Roman times it was even named “Augusta Insula” after him. Today’s cycle tour takes us across this beautiful island. The gold-coloured white wine “Marastina”, known even beyond Croatia’s borders, is grown here. Back at the boat it’s time to cast off! A crossing takes us over to Korčula Island, regarded as one of the most beautiful islands in Dalmatia. The Picturesque town of Korčula competes with Venice for the honor of being the birthplace of the famous expl

orer Marco Polo. Use the evening to wander through the fishbone alleyways and soak up the vibes of this stylish town. A guided city tour will give you an overview of the city and its features.

4th Day (Wed) Korčula Island: Korčula town – Vela Luka (aprx. 37.5 mi./60 km)

Today’s cycle tour leads us across the charming island of Korčula. A mild Mediterranean climate a

nd a broad variety of different landscapes accompany us on the tour today. Take your time, and remember to take a break

to enjoy the view over the deep blue sea and neighboring islands. Dinner is served on board to replenish our strength after an active day. Overnight stay in the sheltered by of Vela Luka.

5th Day (Thu) Island Hvar: Hvar Town – Stari Grad – Jelsa (aprx. 22 mi./35 km)

The day starts with a relaxing cruise to Hvar town on Hvar Island. Make use of the time before the cycle tour starts and go for a little stroll through the city. Standing on the magnificent Renaissance Square you can enjoy a view up to the Spanish fortress towering high above the city. Today’s bike tour takes us from the city of Hvar through small villages and lavender fields to Stari Grad on the opposite side of the island. The descent to Stari Grad offers breathtaking views. After a lunch break on board we continue cycling to Jelsa, where we will also spend the night.

6th Day (Fri) BračIsland: Bol – Pučišća (aprx. 14 mi./23 km)

We cruise to the island of Brač, famous for its radiant, precious limestone that was, among others, used for the White House in Washington and in the construction of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. Once we have arrive on Brač, we start our bike tour from Bol to the picturesque harbor town of Pučišća. We will spend the afternoon and evening here. Enjoy the serenity of the town, famous internationally for its stone masonary college.

7th Day (Sat) Brač Island: Pučišća – Split (aprx. 16 mi./25 km)

Our last bike tour leads us along the northern coastline of Brač from Pučišća to Supetar. Then, for the last time in an eventful week, we enjoy a cruise back to the UNESCO world heritage city of Split. A guided city tour offers us the chance to see inside the former Palace of Emperor Diocletian and to learn about its transformation into the city which it has become. A cheerful evening meal on board the boat gives you time to celebrate the success of the week with fellow travelers and tour guides.

8th day (Sun) Split Disembarkation

Disembarkation by 9 am. Individual trip home or extend your stay in Croatia.

RATING – Moderate to Intermediate

A good level of fitness is required. The daily routes of 20-50 km cover hilly terrain but can be completed without any time constraints. You will also come across some longer and rather steep climbs, where you might have to push your bike. You can skip a bike tour and spend a day swimming and sunbathing from the ship if you wish.

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.

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AIRPORT / TRANSFERS

The nearest airport is Dubrovnik, 30 minutes by taxi from the dock (approx. $50)

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YOUR MOTOR YACHT – Deluxe ship Harmonia

At 38 x 8.3 m the MY Harmonia is an elegant, pearly-white motor yacht. This two masted beauty meets the highest expectations with her 16 luxurious guest cabins including tiled bathrooms with shower cabins/WC.  The salon and numerous sun mats and beds on deck are at the guest’s disposal. With the bathing platform at the stern, taking a dip in the sea is uncomplicated – unrestricted bathing fun is guaranteed. The Harmonia is the second boat of the Serka family that enriches our deluxe fleet. The experienced crew and the captain offer a warm-hearted and considerate service, leaving no wish unattended.

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SCHEDULE  & PRICE

Departure Dates 2020:    Most Sundays from April 12 to October 18

This tour includes: 

• Accommodation in a twin cabin with private facilities
  
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner on 4 days; 2 meals per day on the other 3
• 7 days of escorted cycling
• City tour in Split, Korcula and Dubrovnik
• Entrance fees as described
  
• 21 speed trekking bicycle with pannier and full insurance
• Daily overview maps 
  
• Multi lingual German / English speaking tour guide

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Optional Services: 

Additional night (B&B) near Dubrovnik: from $65 CAD /person in double room and $80 CAD in single room

Not Included: 

• taxi to/from Dubrovnik Airport (approx. 40.00 Euro)
• alcoholic & soda drinks aboard the boat (tally system)
• local harbour tax of 40.00 Euro (paid to captain)
• gratuities to guide and crew
• some lunches ashore
• Helmets. These are mandatory and may be rented for free aboard ship, however we recommend you bring your own.