SPLIT - ROGOZNICA/PRIMOSTEN - VODICE - KORNATI ISLANDS/DUGI OTOK - ZADAR - ZLARIN - KRKA - SPLIT

Travelling to a new port every day, this truly unique trip allows you to indulge your love of the freedom cycling brings, whilst exploring the best of Croatia effortlessly. The Coastal Route takes in more of the mainland ports and also the Krka National Park. If you are looking for 7 days of exploration and discovery then our Sail & Cycle trips are for you.

Departure Day: Saturdays (May & September)
Departure Time: 1PM
Finish Time: 9AM the following Saturday
Note it is possible to finish on Friday evening as the boats will dock in Split around 5pm.

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Itinerary

Day 1 (Saturday) Split - Rogoznica/Primosten

Departure from Split harbour at 1pm. We sail out of Split and spend the afternoon swimming in a quiet bay, before enjoying an early dinner on the boat. The boat will overnight in the ports of Rogoznica or Primošten (depending on the situation in the port) - both are small villages that offer remarkable wine - the famous 'Babic' wine - and are both relaxing harbours to spend your first night onboard.

Day 2 (Sunday) Rogoznica/Primosten - Vodice (approx. 15km/9 miles of cycling)

After an early breakfast, we cycle from Rogoznica to Primosten (or vice versa), which includes a climb of about 250 metres before we again make our way down to the ship, where you can take a refreshing dip in the crystal clear water. Late afternoon, we sail to Vodice, a cosy harbour town, with a small park and many narrow winding streets.  Here we enjoy dinner onboard the boat and overnight in Vodice.

Day 3 (Monday) Vodice - Kornati Islands - Dugi Otok (approx. 30km/19 miles of cycling)

We start the day by cycling from Vodice to the island of Murter, which is connected to the mainland by a drawbridge.  The cycling today covers about 30km but without any major climbs. In the afternoon we sail out through the Kornati National Park, a group of small islands which are well-known for their great diversity of flora and fauna.  We also visit the Telascica nature park on the southern island of Dugi Otok, which boasts fantastic views from the 100 metre high cliffs.  Overnight and dinner onboard in Telascica on Dugi Otok.

Day 4. (Tuesday) Dugi Otok - Zadar (approx. 35 km/21 miles of cycling)

From the beautiful Telascica Park, we cycle along the beautiful panorama that is the length of Dugi Otok and has magnificent views to the west beyond the Adriatic, as well as to the east, where on a clear day, you can see the Velebit Mountains on the mainland. If you are feeling energetic, you can ride all the way to Brbinj, with  a climb of about 380 metres. Alternatively, you can ride a shorter route in the Telascica nature park and take a slightly later departure by boat from Brbinj.  In the afternoon, we sail towards the charming city of Zadar which historically has been the region's cultural and political hub.  Enjoy the evening in Zadar and experience the mix of the old town and the modern art installations – ‘Monument To The Sun' and a water organ which is played using the sea waves. Overnight onboard in Zadar port.

Day 5 (Wednesday) Zadar - Zlarin (approx. 30 km/19 miles of cycling)

We start the day with a short boat ride to the island of Ugljan which is linked to the island of Pasman.  We will stop in the small port of Preko and from here, we cycle down small roads to Tkon where the ship awaits.  During the ride, you can eat lunch in one of the small towns we pass through.  In the afternoon we sail on to the idyllic island of Zlarin. The island is one of the few islands that does not allow cars so is perfect for cycling! Overnight and dinner onboard in Zlarin.

Day 6 (Thursday) Zlarin - Krka National Park (approx. 30 km/19 miles of cycling)

We sail from Zlarin into Sibenik, where you can visit St James Cathedral, a UNESCO protected structure blending Gothic and Renaissance styles, and St Nicholas Fortress, which has beautiful views over the city and beyond. A barbecue lunch can be taken at a traditional style cafe before continuing through Krka National Park with its stunning waterfalls, which you can explore via the many wooden bridges along or over the waterfalls, and visit the small museums. Overnight in Skradin port.

Day 7 (Friday) Krka National Park - Trogir - Split (approx. 45 km/28 miles of cycling)

Early in the morning, we sail to Primosten to begin our last day on the bikes. There is a long rise from Primosten up to the plateau which gives you a spectacular view over the bay and of your descent down to Trogir. The old town of Trogir is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From here, the boat will then take you back to Split for your last night on the boat. In the evening, you can explore the fascinating Diocletian’s Palace before returning to your boat in the harbour.

Day 8 (Saturday) Split

Disembark after breakfast. Whether you are continuing on your exploration of the region on one of our Balkan Road Trips or simply catching a flight home - bon voyage!