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Split to Dubrovnik

Nikos and the Salve de Mare crew did a great job to make us feel welcome. They provided good communication and service throughout the trip.

- Anonymous, 27/05/2026 15:43, Travelled in a Couple

Greatest way to see Croatia

Calum was a great guide that kept everyone happy. Nano and all the crew of the Contessa was were awesome. The small ports access and not fighting the crowds of big cruise ships was great. I would do this exact trip with the exact group again.

- Anonymous, 27/05/2026 09:27, Travelled in a Couple

Terrific Tempera

The journey through the Croatian Islands from Dubrovnik to Split was amazing. The Sail Croatian representative on board Tempera had very detail knowledge of locations and activities. Tempera crew were friendly, engaging and added to a great holiday with well planned swim stops. Amazing holiday.

- Anonymous, 27/05/2026 07:25, Travelled in a Couple

Sail Croatia

Wonderful experience with Sail Croatia. Loved sailing on a smaller vessel and stopping at the different islands for lots of time to explore and relax.

- Anonymous, 27/05/2026 03:13, Travelled in a Couple

Olimp passenger from Split to Dubrovnik May 17-24, 2026

Wonderful, a 5 for sure

- Anonymous, 26/05/2026 15:47, Travelled in a Couple

Dr Robinson

We traveled on the esperanza. Fabulas Dino ower rep was so good . Telling us of good restaurants. Organising tours . And was always available when needed . The bout was clean and staff wonderful .

- Anonymous, 26/05/2026 15:45, Travelled in a Couple

Excellent wine tour

We started in Dubrovnik and island hopped north to Split over seven days. Excellent trips, tastings, scenery, cabins, food and company. Klara our guide was fabulous and absolutely made the holiday with her energy and humour. Highly recommended!

- Clare, 26/05/2026 15:00, Travelled in a Couple

First voyage on the Contessa!

We recently finished a Sail Croatia cruise aboard the Contessa, and overall it was a fantastic experience. The weather took a little while to come good, but once it did, the trip really turned into something special with beautiful stops, great swimming spots, and an awesome atmosphere onboard. The Contessa is a newer ship, and while there were definitely a few early “gremlins” to work through, the crew handled everything professionally and always did their best to make sure guests were looked after and having a good time. You could tell the team genuinely cared about creating a great experience. A special mention has to go to Tino the sailor, who was an absolute standout throughout the trip. Friendly, very hardworking, and he really helped make the cruise memorable (including getting the hot tub going!) Big credit as well to Cal for keeping the vibe fun and social the entire week. Overall, despite a few small hiccups that come with a new vessel, we had an amazing time!!

- Todd, 26/05/2026 14:52, Travelled in a Couple

Wonderful Memories

We had an amazing week onboard Olimp cruising from Split to Dubrovnik. Our thanks to the entire crew who were wonderful and help make this a cruise to remember!!

- Anonymous, 26/05/2026 14:20, Travelled in a Couple

Great cruise!

The cruise on the Olimp was fantastic. All the crew performed magnificently. The food was superb and getting to know the fellow passengers was lots of fun. I would recommend this cruise for a great holiday.

- Ray, 26/05/2026 13:08, Travelled in a Couple

Good

Brill

- Joe, 26/05/2026 07:06, Travelled in a Couple

Magical Olimp

We had a wonderful seven days aboard the Olimp sailing from Split to Dubrovnik. The captain, crew and Sail Croatia representative ensured that it was a life long memory.

- Anonymous, 26/05/2026 05:22, Travelled in a Couple

Brilliant holiday

We sailed on The Romantic Star on a wine cruise. We had daily wine tastings in beautiful different places and plenty of wine to sample. The lunches on board and The captains dinner were delicious. We had a lower cabin as no upper ones left and it was very quiet and spacious. Klara our guide really made the trip. She was funny, helpful, organised and gave us detailed information about what we were doing on a daily basis, restaurant suggestions and was always on hand to help. The ship had plenty of seating areas if you wanted to be quiet and some lovely semi shade areas on the upper deck. I would recommend this trip .

- Kate, 26/05/2026 05:10, Travelled in a Couple

Exceptional trip

We had an incredible trip, absolutely loved the Olimp and our cabin. The food was amazing and the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Vicko was fantastic, very informative and approachable. Loved every minute.

- Christina, 26/05/2026 03:55, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing voyage through Croatian islands

My wife and I had the most amazing week cruising on the Olimp from Split to Dubrovnik. The sites, the crew, the boat, the food and our fellow travellers were wonderful. Truly a week to remember

- Jim, 26/05/2026 03:39, Travelled in a Couple

Lovely active week led by friendly knowledgeable locals

This was our second time island hopping and cycling with Sail Croatia. We had a wonderful time. The accomodations was super and we were well looked after by the boat crew and our tour guides Sasa and Ivica. Sasa and Ivica were very friendly and personable, We were comprehensively briefed each morning about the upcoming ride and any social arrangements. The rides were a good mix of easy rides with only a few challenging rides. Well done again. We are thinking of booking our third trip.

- Alan Maurice, 26/05/2026 00:43, Travelled in a Couple

A fantastic experience

Made to feel at home. Great balance of navigating to new places, cycling, eating, relaxing and exploring new places.

- Anonymous, 25/05/2026 15:04, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing adventure!

My wife and I had such a blast on our Sail Croatia cruise. The crew was amazing, and Mirin was an incredible guide the whole way. It was the perfect mix of being able to relax when we wanted, explore on our own, or join in on group excursions onboard. We ended up making friends with everyone on the cruise, and by the end we were all so close that we were genuinely sad to leave. It was an unforgettable experience and we would highly recommend it!

- Damian, 25/05/2026 14:55, Travelled in a Couple

The best way to see the Croatian coast

This was a unique and marvellous way to enjoy a lovely part of the Adriatic coast. Our sailing vessel was beautiful and crewed by an exceptional team. The biking/ tour guides were spectacularly well prepared and made this trip wonderful .

- Stewart, 25/05/2026 14:04, Travelled in a Couple

Another beautiful boat bike trip around Croatia

We arrived in Split during a deluge but the welcome on board Mali Luka from crew & fellow guests was warm. Cabins are sparsely furnished but clean and functional- not a lot of cupboard space so pack a bag that can be opened and accessed from under bed. Comfy bed & cotton bedding. Clean cosy en-suite bathroom. Meals on board plentiful with drinking water available whilst galley open and fruit bowl. Complementary tea and coffee would have been nice. Bikes and cycling was great. Many using e-bikes which were good in the heat & on steeper climbs. Swim stops scheduled for most days. 3 course lunch on board after cycling was a great time to informally chat with other guests. Our guides Ivica and Sassa were next to none with helpful info about the route, local history and things to see, do and eat after The daily ride. We travelled around many islands and mainland small towns during the week as well as the cycling so this type of holiday is just The perfect way to see & experience Croatia.

- Jennie, 25/05/2026 13:20, Travelled in a Couple

Mrs

Wonderful people and staff on our boat!

- Anonymous, 25/05/2026 13:19, Travelled in a Couple

Wonderful Memories

After doing much research my husband and I chose Sail Croatia and the lovely vessel Contessa. The boat is beautiful and cabins are very well appointed and comfortable. The crew was absolutely amazing, I can’t say enough about them. They are kind and beautiful people. Calum, Tino, Petra, Charlie, Nenad, Bane, Marko, Joy, Zeljana, and Captain Slavko were wonderful. Whatever excursion you were interested in, Calum would plan for you. He was always there to help you. He took us to fun and interesting wineries! This was definitely a trip I would recommend. Thank you Sail Croatia for having the best boat and crew!

- Chandra, 25/05/2026 13:13, Travelled in a Couple

Great experience on board and on land

Mario and Matilda were amazing. They were personable and patient and they were attuned to our needs as hikers. The food was delicious and the Chef was delightful. We are vegetarians/pescatarian eaters and he was so very accommodating and creative. The hikes were lovely and challenged us but provided the most unbelievable vistas of Croatia. The ship, Mali Ante, was clean and stable due to the Captain's skill at maneuvering the ship. Special mention to Ivan in the dining hall. He was always pleasing and cheerful and his service was impeccable. Croatia is a beautiful country made more so by the staff of Sail Croatia. Thanks!

- Earl, 25/05/2026 12:32, Travelled in a Couple

Great time

Had a wonderful cruise on the Salve Di Mare. Nikos was a great host, the crew was a delight, and we had a great group that we met while on the boat. Would recommend to anyone to do it.

- Adam, 25/05/2026 11:16, Travelled in a Couple

Book it!

An exceptional week onboard the Salve Di Mare cruising from Split to Debrovnik. Wonderful staff, especially Nikos our Tour Manager. Food was outstanding - thanks to the chefs! Book it - you won’t regret it!

- Samantha, 25/05/2026 10:54, Travelled in a Couple

Awesome

Had a fantastic week aboard the Almissa from start to finish. We had the best crew, the best swim stops, port visits and fellow passengers. It was everything we expected and more. The ship was like one big family for the entire week. We have already recommended it to others.

- Nikki, 25/05/2026 10:32, Travelled in a Couple

Awesome cruise

Our first cruise with Sail Croatia and in Croatia. Our boat, Salve Di Mare, was really impressive, comfortable, well maintained and our below deck cabin was larger than we expected. Our fellow guests were a fantastic bunch and everyone had a great time. The crew were a highlight of the cruise, especially Marco and Vlaho, our bar staff/waiters, who made sure everyone was looked after. The food was delicious and we were sad to leave the ship. Our tour guide, Nikos, was the best and ensured everyone had a great trip. I would definitely recommend this cruise and would happily book another cruise with this company.

- Alan, 25/05/2026 09:54, Travelled in a Couple

Life changing

This bike sail was recommended by my sister who did it two years ago. We are by no means active at home but wanted to challenge ourselves by doing something active and adventurous. I can seriously say this was one of the best experiences I have ever had. The guides Marin and Olja were just exceptional. They looked after the group like we were precious cargo. The bike rides were amazing, exhilarating and great fun. We chose e-bikes as did most of the group and there was a wide range of experience from very little to very experienced cyclists but we had no problems keeping up. We really enjoyed being part of a group. We got on so well and have made many new friends. I have come home renewed with enthusiasm to get more exercise and have now bought an e bike. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. It is not luxury but it is great fun and loads of adventure

- Anonymous, 25/05/2026 09:52, Travelled in a Couple

A fabulous adventure

We highly recommend this trip. It is superbly well organised, the guides and crew were lovely and the boat was fine. The islands that we rode through were so beautiful and interesting. The bikes were sturdy and reliable and well serviced. I needed a smaller bike because I’m small and that was provided easily. All good. Lots of happy memories. Do it!

- Karen, 25/05/2026 05:46, Travelled in a Couple

Dream come true!

Absolutely fantastic! The fellow passengers and crew made this trip! The food was fantastic and the swim stops were my favorite thing to do onboard. Croatia is beautiful and the itinerary was wonderful!

- Mary, 25/05/2026 05:40, Travelled in a Couple

Croatia Tour

Great vacation and The sail tour was the highlight.

- Angela, 25/05/2026 04:39, Travelled in a Couple

Luxury Hike Cruise

It was the perfect blend of relaxation on board and moderately challenging hikes. The Salve di Mare was spacious and comfortable, our cabin was cosy and well equipped, the food was amazing, and the crew were lovely. Our hiking guide and tour manager were excellent. It was a great holiday - not cheap, but worth the money.

- Sue, 24/05/2026 14:40, Travelled in a Couple

Note of appreciation

We would like to express our sincere appreciation for the outstanding work done by the crew of the Emmanuel during our experience aboard the boat. We would especially like to highlight the exceptional work of the two guides. They were always ready to help, highly professional, and at the same time very personable and approachable. Their dedication truly went above and beyond our expectations and made our experience even more memorable. We would also like to recognize the excellent work of our guide, Marine. Hi extraordinary knowledge of the history of his country and his unique way of sharing it with us were truly remarkable. At times, we felt as though we were attending a fascinating history class. His passion was evident in every explanation, and it greatly enriched our journey. Please extend our gratitude to the entire team for making this such a wonderful experience. Kind regards, Valerie LeBel Roger Pelletier

- Valerie & Roger, 23/05/2026 09:19, Travelled in a Couple

A walk in the sun

One of the best holidays I've had. Great location, super ship, wonderful crew and guides whose organisational skills made sure everything was very smooth. The ample and excellent food complimented the week. The best compliment is to say I'd love to do it all again.

- Anonymous, 22/05/2026 12:47, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing week on Salve di mare

An unforgettable trip! The sail & hike itinerary from Dubrovnik to Split was expertly led by Mate and Saša, whose love and pride for Croatia shone through every story and hike. They were informative, entertaining, and perfectly balanced. The islands were stunning with crystal-clear waters, charming villages, and breathtaking views from clifftop vantage points. On board, the food was fresh and generous, cabins surprisingly spacious and spotless, and the crew professional and welcoming throughout, with Marko and Vlaho taking excellent care of us all week. Will hopefully return to experience a different Sail Croatia itinerary!

- Kim, 20/05/2026 09:32, Travelled in a Couple

great experience

Had a fantastic week on Mali Ante with our guides Mario and Matilda who worked together professionally to manage our group. We had some challenging weather for our hikes which did cause some plans to change, but all was done with our safety and comfort in mind. I would highly recommend this 1 week sailing trip.

- Anonymous, 19/05/2026 15:23, Travelled in a Couple

Holiday

It was a really good holiday. Mario and Matilda were excellent guides the crew the Cook and the Captain were really helpful and really good people. People the only fault I could find was most boats I’ve been on have free tea, coffee available and afternoon snacks the places us we visited and the hiking that we went on we made all the easier by the crew and the tour guides we both really enjoyed it. The tip situation where we were supposed to have a blank envelope so it was at Unknown what cabin the tips came from did not happen the envelope had everyone’s room number on and name. I really feel like this needs clarifying from yourselves as you have already said the staff are well paid and tipping is optional and the amounts that were suggested from yourselves for per person I believe for far too high and I believe no amount should be suggested i.e. top end or bottom end for tips as this is down to the individual of what they can afford without feeling pressurised this tainted the holida

- Michael Davies, 19/05/2026 13:29, Travelled in a Couple

Marijana, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-05-21:

Thank you for your 5 Star review and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable holiday and that our Sail Croatia guides, the Captain, crew and Cook helped make your experience so memorable. We will be very pleased to pass on your kind comments to them all. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the tipping guidance and the process. We are sorry to hear this aspect left you feeling uncomfortable and impacted your experience. While tipping is entirely optional with amounts provided simply guidance only, we understand your concerns and the importance of maintaining discretion for guests who choose to tip. Your comments have already been shared internally with our Operations team as we continually review how this information is communicated via our website and onboard based on customer feedback. Thank you again for travelling with us and for providing such thoughtful feedback.

Absolutely fantastic

My husband and I were a little concerned as we hadn't ridden a bike for many years and we are both in our early 60's. We are fit and healthy and adventurous. We were also concerned we may be the eldest in the group and didnt want to hold anyone up on the bike rides. We loved it. The E bikes made it so easy. The guides were fantastic.and just so great at their jobs. We rode everyday and are now going to book another E bike tour. we are hooked. All the other guests were around our age and we all had a ball. The food was excellent. The rooms were great and the beds comfortable each with our own ensuites. The only down side was the alcohol on board was very expensive and you cant take any on board.

- Lisa, 19/05/2026 08:50, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing Experience

Wow! From the moment we stepped on board ‘Olimp’ we both knew we had made the right choice choosing Sail Croatia. All of the crew, tour manager (Vedran) and the Captain all made us feel like family and went above and beyond to make our whole experience a memorable one. We made the decision to do a small boat cruise rather than a huge ship, and it was the best! The cabins were spotless and very comfortable. No trouble sleeping at all onboard. Meals on board were delicious each day and five star in my opinion. The Captains Dinner was amazing. So much fun and laughter. Great food and drinks. We will be recommending Sail Croatia to all of our friends who are thinking about going on a cruise. Thankyou all again for a memorable holiday that we will never forget. Until we meet again Colin and Deborah

- Deborah, 19/05/2026 06:27, Travelled in a Couple

Dino

Absolutely the best Dino and crew were fantastic. Could not have been better

- Dana, 19/05/2026 05:15, Travelled in a Couple

Wonderful week!

An excellent week away on the hiking cruise. Such a well organised and fun week - Mate & Sase were great leaders. All the crew on the boat were so friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. The boat was so clean and well maintained. Everything was perfect!

- Lesley, 18/05/2026 20:33, Travelled in a Couple

Great trip

Awesome. Calum the rep on the Tempera was very good. We had a good mix of passengers and the crew were very responsive. For the price we paid I couldnt ask for more.

- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 20:19, Travelled in a Couple

croatia rocks!!

joska and Lauren were fabulous and the crew of Dionis. there were some blips but they sorted it out. the bikes had issues and i would suggest not using that supplier agsin

- Carol, 18/05/2026 18:30, Travelled in a Couple

The highlight of our European Holiday

We joined the crew of the Princezza Diana in beautiful Split, Croatia and over the next 7 days, made our way to Dubrovnik. Our amazing hosts and guides, Tonka and Elena, assisted by the ship's Captain and crew, made our journey memorable in a very positive way. We saw spectacular scenery and did some challenging and fun rides each day. Tonka and Elena made sure everyone was safe and that we learned about what we were seeing. The bicycles provided were high-quality and in great condition. Flyer was the brand of the e-bikes we used. We met some wonderful people from all over the world on our trip, It's a vacation experience I suspect we will do again. A word of caution: Unless you're an avid (perhaps even hardcore) cyclist, plan on renting the e-bikes. The hills you will climb are both long and steep - but beautiful!

- Keir & Kim, 18/05/2026 18:18, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing Week

Our week on the Almissa Explorer Cruise was amazing! From the crew, meals, swim spots and guests onboard, everything was perfect! The cabins were well equipped and very cute - we had an above deck one. Excursions were well planned and a lot of fun!

- Sue, 18/05/2026 17:05, Travelled in a Couple

Great Experience

We absolutely loved our 7 night Sail Croatia hiking trip. Our guides, crew and captain did an amazing job.. I loved that the food was flavorful and healthy. The hikes were perfectly planned, organization was spot on and the crew and chef did a fantastic job of making the boating aspect smooth and seamless.

- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 16:44, Travelled in a Couple

Happy hikers

We had a wonderful time Mata and Sasa were great guides and made the hikes a great experience We loved the quality of the boat a lovely very clean cabin and lovely food every day The whole team gave us a wonderful holiday many thanks to everyone

- Mark, 18/05/2026 13:35, Travelled in a Couple

Croatia’s Best

It was a great experience. The scenery was outstanding - every island had so much to offer. The guides Miran and Johhny were awesome. They kept the group safe and we learned a lot about the history of each island and Croatia in general. They treated everyone like family. The ship, Emanuel, was great- rooms were good, sun deck on the top is nice. We were fed well- breakfast and lunch every day. I enjoyed the authentic Croatian cuisine at lunch. The cooks made outstanding meals.

- Monica, 18/05/2026 10:12, Travelled in a Couple

The best week!

My husband and I chose sail Croatia for our honeymoon and it was the perfect week. We did the northern split hiking route on the mali ante with Mario and Matilda and it was perfect! The crew was SO kind and truly just a joy to be around. Mario and Matilda work awesome as a team and made you feel like part of the group every single day. They are so kind and educated, and it’s obvious they love what they do. I cannot recommend those two enough as guides! I can only hope when we come back we get lucky enough to have the same team onboard. It was so much fun! The hikes were awesome. The swim spots were perfect. It was honestly the best week.

- Caity, 18/05/2026 09:08, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing time.

This trip was everything I could hope for. From our guides Mario and Matilda to the crew of the Mali Ante. Everything we did was a blast. Tons of hikes and crazy weather and lenty of swim stops.

- Derek, 18/05/2026 08:56, Travelled in a Couple