My husband and I did the Bike and Boat Southern Route May 1-11, 2025. I can't say enough good things about this trip, from the crew; the outstanding organization of the biking from storing the bikes, fitting the bikes, loading and unloading the bikes (wait until you see how they do it!); and most of all, the rides (even coming down from one summit in the pouring rain). Our guides, Miranda and Lucija, were outstanding. Personable, patient, knowledgeable, strong riders. Great food as well. Cabins were simple but quite serviceable. And Croatia! What a gorgeous, fascinating country. Take any bike and boat tour with Sail Croatia and you won't be disappointed.
- Kathy, 17/05/2025 21:27, Travelled in a Couple
Very good balance of activities VS relaxation. Wonderful guides and crew. Food was amazing. Group we travelled with had similar interest and were also amazing. I am recommendating to friends and family. We are hoping to travel again with Sail Croatia.
- France, 16/05/2025 19:47, Travelled in a Couple
Thankyou for making my first cruise and first cycle tour such a wonderful memorable experience! Onboard service was fantastic-crew are friendly and helpful. Special mention to chef who cooked up the most delicious (albeit oversized portions) every day. Cycle guides were fantastic - making sure everyone had a safe, enjoyable ride each day. Each ride was perfectly paced with adequate rest stops along the way. My only criticism (and it's an admin one which is why the overall trip still gets 5 stars) is the info provided with regards to tipping. In the pre-departure info tipping is suggested at $40-$105. I expected this was for the crew and guides combined. However when we received the 2 envelopes, the attached note stated that expected tip per guest is $105 for the crew only. A separate envelope was provided for the guides tips! I was not the only guest surprised by this as others expressed the same and the impact this had on travel budgets. This should have been clearly communicated.
- ANEEKAH, 16/05/2025 09:45, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Aneekah, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that your first cruise and cycle tour with us was such a memorable one! We're pleased to know you enjoyed the service onboard, the delicious meals prepared by our chef, and the care and guidance provided by our cycle team — we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to them. We really appreciate your feedback regarding the tipping information. To clarify, our pre-departure information outlines that tips for the crew are shared evenly among all crew members, and a separate tip is suggested for the Tour Manager (or cycle guides). The suggested amount of €40–€105 for the crew members and a separate amount for the Tour Manager (cycle guides) is a guide only and tipping is completely at your discretion. Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us — we hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
Our two bike guides were the best! Each day the trips were challenging but fun! Having an e bike made the uphill climbs manageable. Touring a different island each day and having the crew get the bikes off and back on the boat made it convenient. The food was good and the crew were great. I’d take another Sail Croatia trip again.
- Mary, 16/05/2025 01:37, Travelled in a Couple
We had a wonderful time on the Split to Dubrovnik Sail Croatia bike tour.! Sanja and H took us on daily delightful bike rides explaining the history and uniqueness of each island we visited. The crew kept the ship spotless and were attentive to our every need. Our meals were delicious and went far beyond the usual fare. We really enjoyed getting to know our crew and fellow participants!
- Vicki, 15/05/2025 16:29, Travelled in a Couple
We had a lovely friendly welcome aboard the ship Afrodita from Sanja and Hrvoje who were super guides throughout our visit. Both guides were very knowledgeable and had plenty stories to tell on our journey. Andre, our on board host, what can I say...he was superb. Andre was attentive and always ready to serve and help, nothing ever appeared to be too much trouble. He interacted with the guests in a friendly yet professional manner. He quickly learned all the guests names and greeted and acknowledged us each time we met which made us feel more like friends than guests. Our chef always made delicious food and was very creative when it came to my vegetarian dishes. The other crew members, Christiana, Ivan, and Randy worked industriously and tirelessly to ensure our comfort and safety. My husband and I had a wonderful balance of activity and relaxation in beautiful surroundings. I would definitely recommend this trip to friends and family (and strangers if they will listen)
- Debby, 15/05/2025 09:33, Travelled in a Couple
Our guide Tonka was fantastic. The boat was clean and the crew was friendly and extremely competent. The group size was too large for me (30) and we ended up having to stop for long periods while we waited for non-e-bike riders to catch up. I found this frustrating and believe the two bike types need to be separated in mountainous terrain. We had a sun deck on our boat but there were no chairs or any way to sit on it. It only had permanent sunbathing pads fixed to the deck. That was a disappointment as there was not seating anywhere outside for the entire group. The boat maintenance needed a bit of improvement as multiple lights in our cabin did not work and the air conditioner never cooled the room. Croatia was gorgeous and the ride routes were fantastic. Food was good and the bikes were very comfortable and well maintained. I would not use Sail Croatia again unless they separate the bike types and have smaller group offerings or split the group with two lead guides.
- Thann, 14/05/2025 15:05, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Thann, thank you for your 4-star review. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the stunning Croatian scenery, the quality of the bikes, the meals served and that Tonka and our crew made a positive impression. We value your insights and will be reviewing the points you've raised regarding group sizes, bike type separation, deck seating, and cabin maintenance. Feedback like this is essential in helping us maintain the high standards we strive for. We're continually reviewing our operations to ensure the best possible experience for all guests, and your input helps us refine how we manage mixed-ability groups on tour and improve our overall services. Thank you again for your comments — they help us create a better experience for all our guests.
This was the best vacation that we have had so far. A great Mix of challenge and relaxation. The crew and guides were amazing. Will definitely come again and let our friends know how great the trip was.
- Krista, 14/05/2025 11:11, Travelled with Family
A group of 7 went on the boat and bike tour Everything about the tour was excellent the islands we visited where amazing ( we did the split to Dubrovnik) All the staff on the ship where excellent all 6 of them worked together very well nothing was too much trouble for them they work extremely hard The ship was very basic cabins abit small not much room for storage of clothes but the bed was comfortable always hot water for showers 6 of us was on upper deck cabins the 1 in lower deck which we he has paid the extra as in his room there was only the door he could open to let in fresh air he had a problem with damp all his clothes felt wet and it was also a lot colder down there It did not spoil his holiday the biking tour was great not very hard but nice to go out in the morning to see the beautiful islands Food was good I told them I needed my food very hot ( due to health problems) which they did do for me Need a card machine on board as it’s cash only
- Fiona, 14/05/2025 05:57,
From questions at booking right through the end of the cruise this was by far one of the best vacations we ever had.. the crew was attentive, enthusiastic and downright amazing, The itinerary was a perfect balance of activity, downtime and sightseeing. We will be back!
- Mary, 14/05/2025 05:33, Travelled in a Couple
The sailboat was lovely and the crew worked hard to maintain the boat and accommodate the guests’ needs. Food was delicious and the portions were big. Cycling was a great way to see some of the islands along the Dalmatian coast. The cycle team kept everyone safe and did a great job showing us the sights and explaining the history or each island. I would highly recommend this tour!
- Christine, 14/05/2025 04:12,
The entire cycle tour from Split to Dubrovnik was fantastic. We went to 7 islands. The organization, accommodations, e-bikes and the guides and crew were amazing and competent. The entire week was great. Our cycle guide Ivica was awesome and so organized and friendly. The staff went over and above to make the week great. I would happily go again!
- Susan, 13/05/2025 12:56, Travelled with Friend/s
I went with a couple friends (all in our 20s) and had an amazing experience. The bike rides made seeing Croatia so much better than I imagined, the views got better each day and our guides Miranda and Josip were so friendly and helpful. The boat and crew were great and we met so many fun people on board. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to visit Croatia!
- Evelyn, 12/05/2025 22:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Many things made our trip great: 1. The clean ship 2. The friendly and helpful crew 3 . The good food 4. Mariah and Mario the bike leaders 5 Good quality bikes 6. Stunning landscapes and villages.
- Carolyn, 12/05/2025 13:26, Travelled in a Couple
We had a great biking trip from Split to Dubrovnik aboard the Pricezza Diana. Our 2 guides, Ivan and Mario, made the trip fun, informative and enjoyable. They even managed to guarantee the weather. Good nourishing food on board. 5 stars for Sail Croatia. (May 3-10, 2025)
- Cathy, 12/05/2025 08:33,
The views, the crew, the leaders, the boat, the cycling, the swimming off the boat, the stops, the food, my fellow travellers.
- Lesley, 12/05/2025 06:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Well organized, fantastic food, wonderful guides
- Anonymous, 12/05/2025 05:54, Travelled with Friend/s
The guides were entertaining and fun, the ride itself was doable for anyone with a bit of biking, the food was excellent, and Croatia was stunning at every turn! Our fellow travelers were truly an amazing group — all positive and great fun! I’m trying to talk friends into going. With multiple routes available I might just join them!!
- Betsy, 12/05/2025 05:18, Travelled in a Couple
Crew where very great, friendly and profesional. The bike rides where very organised and beautiful. The E bikes where in very good condition and what i like mosted is that those where safe to ride. Tonka and Anita did a great job of keeping us safe and together.
- Anonymous, 10/05/2025 15:22, Travelled in a Couple
The Sail Croatia itinerary and guides were top notch. There was a fun plan touring our daily destination by bike, with lots of free time. Our guides were so helpful and informative of local culture, history and dining experiences. The boat was clean & luxurious. The onboard meals were fantastic, staff were friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend Sail Croatia, I will be returning for another adventure!
- Anne, 09/05/2025 13:15, Travelled in a Couple
My third time with sail Croatia. Best boat. Best crew. Best guides, and by far the best FOOD. The cook was so much better than the other ships I was on. Big compliments to the chef!!! Well done.
- Karre, 06/05/2025 16:00, Travelled with Family
Awesome trip What an amazing time we had on Emanuel with 29 on board. Our guides Josko and Ana were brilliant and passionate about their country and history which was shared with us at stops along the way. Great crew and Ben our waiter/bar tender is an amazing young man who worked non stop to make sure everyone was fed and watered. The meals George produced were great. The whole trip was amazing, E-bikes the best, cycling the islands an experience not to be missed and great company of the other 27 passengers. This trip is up there as one of the better holidays we have had. We'll certainly recommend it to others. Thanks for a memorable holiday.
- Tony and Anne, 06/05/2025 15:35, Travelled in a Couple
The crew on MS Emanuel were fantastic. The captain owns the boats d you can really tell in the way he personally runs the ship as well as in the crew he has hired. Perhaps even more notable were our guides. Our lead guide, Jobsko was really great. You can feel his leadership from the first time he speaks to address the group. He was great at the cycle route planning and nimble execution to respond to issues along the route. He always had everyone’s safety and comfort top of mind. He explained everything clearly and answered all questions until everyone was clear and ready. Josip was also paired with a second guide who is working her way up. It was great to see him mentoring her and giving her the opportunity to lead and get the experience and confidence she needs to move up. As a team the entire crew a d guides worked well together and with all needed communications to ensure the guests had the best trip possible. M
- Kim, 06/05/2025 14:10, Travelled in a Couple
Our Cycling Croatia Cruise with Sail Croatia exceeded our expectations from the quality of the boat and bikes, the professional staff and our exceptional guides. Tonka was our lead and her communication and preparedness made each of our rides enjoyable and rewarding. We had fun, laughs and met so many wonderful people, it could not have been better. Thank you for the memorable experience.
- Sheila, 06/05/2025 01:38, Travelled in a Couple
The bike guides, Tonka and Anita were fantastic as well as the boat crew. Loved the stories and history lessons. Comfortable accommodations on the boat and good meals. Beautiful rides with some challenging spots. Beautiful country. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire week.
- Judy, 05/05/2025 19:29,
The combination of sailing to see the landscape and biking through the country side was superb. Loved be educated by tour guides on history of Croatia.
- Enedina , 05/05/2025 19:21, Travelled with Friend/s
Josko and Ana were absolutely fantastic guides. We had the most wonderful time. They took us to amazing places that we will never forget. We really enjoyed the short stories that they shared with us about the histories from towns/islands that we cycled and sailed through. We were well informed every day about our cycling routes and they always made it such a fun briefing. They were always professional and respectful. We would highly recommend them and would love to go on another cycling tour again. We also loved meeting all of the crew. Special shout out to Benjo our bartender and waiter who worked tirelessly for 8 days. There was nothing that was too hard for him and he always worked with a smile on his face. Such a lovely young man. We had many, many laughs with him. George our chef excited us day after day with amazing food. Well done it was delicious. Overall we had the time of our lives. Thank you.
- Kelly, 05/05/2025 15:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Tour guides Tonka and Anita made this the best tour I’ve ever been on. They truly care about making it the Magical experience it was. My daughter and I had a wonderful time. I recommend this biking tour to anyone. Thank you for the memories!! Susan
- Susan, 05/05/2025 12:57, Travelled with Family
Firstly Josko and Ana created a fun, informative, considerate and expertly supported experience. We felt extremely secure in their leadership. Secondly the whole group were inclusive, fun and we very quickly felt like we had known each other forever. Thirdly the Captain Ante and crew who were all so friendly and helpful, made sure our holiday was smooth and comfortable, with lots of swim stops and perfect timing. And finally the scenery, rides,and weather were all breathtaking ( literally as I was on an analogue bike !!) A truly life changing experience - would definately recommend . Thank you .
- Heather, 05/05/2025 11:10, Travelled in a Couple
The cycle experience was amazing. Great bikes, easy to use, even for late 60 year olds relatively new to ebikes. Each day was another 'wow' experience. Josko and Ana great tour guides who each day explained what could expect the following day and also during the cycle. The islands were fantastic, not too busy in mid April, weather for us was brilliant..21-33 each day and fine Our negatives were beds not very comfortable. The food was varied some great, some not so,
- Dianne , 05/05/2025 08:48, Travelled in a Couple
A great week on board Emanuel, excellent team onboard looking after us. This holiday exceeded our expectations. Ana and Josh the leaders were totally professional and. great fun, giving us a fabulous week of cycling trips, and dealing expertly with unexpected emergencies.
- Wendy, 05/05/2025 04:20,
Everything was perfect
- Anonymous, 05/05/2025 01:13, Travelled in a Couple
The crew definitely, the food , the stops on the islands and the very knowledgeable tour guides Miranda and Josip definitely made this trip our top one.. should be on everyone’s bucket list!
- Linda , 02/05/2025 10:52, Travelled in a Couple
The Sail Cycle is one of my favorite holidays to date. The Emmanuel was clean, comfortable and the crew went out of their way to make us feel at home. Chef George’s meals were not only delicious but also kept us energized for each ride. Our guides Miranda and Josip were friendly, helpful and always ready with a fun fact about Croatia. They kept us informed about the day’s plans and ensured everything went smoothly. I can’t recommend this trip enough. It was truly an unforgettable experience filled with adventure, great food, and even better people.
- Priyanka, 29/04/2025 19:46, Travelled with Friend/s
The itinerary was excellent as was the cycling with great scenic routes that allowed us to see parts of the country we would not otherwise have done. The weather and amazing group of people were the icing on the cake. What was less good was the interstaff bickering which at times bordered on unprofessional and was making some guests feel a little uncomfortable Finally it should be stressed to guests to absolutely not jump from the top deck which is slippy and one guest really badly bruised herself in slipping off
- Anne, 28/04/2025 06:33, Travelled in a Couple
Hi Anne, thank you for your 4-star review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the itinerary, scenic cycling routes, and the great group atmosphere—it’s wonderful to know these made your experience special. We’re sorry to hear that some onboard interactions made you feel uncomfortable. While the crew onboard were newly formed and still finding their rhythm, we agree professionalism must always be maintained, and we will share this with the relevant teams. Regarding the safety concern, we appreciate you highlighting it. Our onboard representative does cover this during the welcome briefing, and signage is visible and in place on the top deck. Thank you again for your helpful review.
We loved the Sail Croatia Biking adventure. Well organized, safe, good bikes, great guides and boat crew.
- Hilde, 06/02/2025 00:51, Travelled in a Couple
The entire trip could not have been any better.. The Entire staff from our Captain to the Cook, the wait staff & our bike guides made this trip one of the best. Thank you!!
- Michelle, 20/11/2024 04:01,
Miranda, Tonka, Ivica x 2, Ilija, Ivan, Miro, Mate. Everyone was so kind and helpful. We had the most interaction with our guides Miranda and Tonka and with our server Miro...they were so wonderful. There was nothing they would not do for us...rolled with the punches...gave us everything we needed...and more! The cabins were a good size, lots of storage and lots of hot water. The itinerary was perfect and we got to see lots of places both on and on the bikes. We had some travel problems but not one issue while on the cruise. Loved it!
- Carolyn, 16/11/2024 19:53, Travelled with Friend/s
I loved Ivice (our ride leader) and Anita (the sweep/story teller extraordinaire). Ivice made every ride fun and kept an eye on each one of us to make sure we stayed safe! The rides were beautiful and the terrain provided a great workout. When the weather looked iffy, Ivice and the captain came up with an alternate plan that was also fun and rewarding. The e-bikes were terrific; powerful yet easy to use! Anita always brought interesting stories each day and planned some really fun activities for the evening. Since I have been back I have raved about both of these people and recommended the trip to a number of people. I apologize for the delay in submitting this review but I did not return to the states for 34 days. Both of these people are true assets to your company and I can’t say enough good things about each of them! Thank you for a fabulous vacation and please let them know how much we loved being on vacation with them!! With deep affection, Ginnie Daine
- Ginnie, 05/11/2024 21:33, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a great time. Was a bit disappointed with our cabin as it was below deck, but we should have booked way in advance to get an above deck one. The staff were fabulous Ivan and Lucija were lovely and helped everyone on board if they had any issues. Will certainly recommend this trip to friends.
- Anonymous, 21/10/2024 22:29, Travelled with Friend/s
nice group 50 to 80 years old friendly people. Great bike rides on beautiful island boat ok, no sailing - there are no sails. friendly and helpfull staff
- Susanne, 20/10/2024 15:19, Travelled with Friend/s
- manager and staff on the boat were fabulous- Friendly and helpful. Always available. - Bike tour guide- fun, patient and helpful. - location of the tour was great.
- Anonymous, 19/10/2024 16:58, Travelled in a Couple
Our guides Miranda and Tonia were the best! They were encouraging and helpful and knowledgeable! The boat was nice however I might mention a few things they could improve. Be more transparent about pricing of drinks. Choices of breakfast food could be better. Like more fruit and better toaster. Squeegee for showers to help with humidity in the rooms. Better WiFi in rooms. The ports were amazing and captain was great at parking the boat! I love Croatia and the people who live there are friendly and kind! We will be back!
- Demetria, 18/10/2024 10:01, Travelled with Friend/s
Excellent manager Ana, cycle guide Dora and crew. They couldn't have been more helpful. Itinerary promptly and smoothly rearranged if necessary according to circumstances eg weather. Definitely recommend this trip with Sail Croatia.
- sylvia, 18/10/2024 09:52, Travelled in a Couple
I throughly enjoyed my sail and cycling tour. The cycling leaders (Maria and Jay) and crew staff were wonderful. They kept us all safe and comfortable on the cycling routes and on the ship. They were there for us to make recommendations for our free time. I will highly recommend Sail Croatia to friends and family!
- Joan, 17/10/2024 12:02,
The boat was handsome and comfortable. The food was delicious. The crew was responsive and funny and kind. And the islands were a sight to behold.
- Anonymous, 17/10/2024 07:16, Travelled with Family
Our cruise was soooo much fun! Our hosts Ivica and Anita were the best, and I miss them. It was hard to leave. They did a superb job of planning, leading, nurturing, creating a fun and caring atmosphere. We were traveling as a group of 16 who already knew each other. The combination of the wonderful boat with a room of our own, and the energetic excursions to see the countryside made this the best vacation we have ever taken. I'm telling my friends and family that they just HAVE to do it. - Susan
- Susan, 16/10/2024 12:42, Travelled with Friend/s
The guides and crew members, lead by Lujica and Ivan, we professional, knowledgeable and courteous. We would recommend Sail Croatia to our friends !
- Anonymous, 16/10/2024 02:49, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a fabulous time meeting people from several countries. The Princess Diana was clean and comfortable and the guides and crew were friendly, knowledgeable and very welcoming. The daily schedule allowed for cycling, exploring the towns and either relaxing or swimming. There was plenty to eat and the food was well prepared and quite good overall. We learned about Croatian history, customs and culture from our extremely knowledgeable guides who made us feel that we were welcome guests in their country. The e-bike s were good quality and easy to get used to. I would recommend this tour to anyone at a reasonable level of fitness. Some rides were strenuous, but well worth the effort. Bravo Sail Croatia, well done!!
- Laurel, 15/10/2024 19:42, Travelled in a Couple
This holiday was a total knock out and far exceeded my expectations. Our two guides, Marin and Mila, were fantastic. They are both passionate about: cycling, Croatian history and maintaining the authentic side of Croatia. Both had safety top of their list - even adapting rides for me as I am afraid of heights. The food was great and as much as I enjoyed the cycling - which was my main reason for booking this holiday - I also enjoyed all of the walks and talks on Croatian history. Without doubt I'll be back!
- Vicky, 15/10/2024 19:14, Travelled Solo