Marin and Josip were fantastic!
- Dillon, 15/06/2026 17:50, Travelled with Family
Sail Croatia team Miranda and Matilda were fantastic guides taking care of every level of cyclers capability and entertaining us with stops along the way to talk about the islands and areas we were touring. The boat and crew were fantastic, boat was like new and crew were so accommodating to guests. The food was absolutely excellent.
- Paul, 15/06/2026 08:20, Travelled with Family
Fantastic. As hosts and cycling guides, Callum and Josko were first class. They were very supportive and ensured each ride was completed with safety in mind. They were knowledgeable about the areas we cycled through and provided snippets of the history that truly added value to the rides. Enjoyment of the rides and our overall holiday was paramount. They truly made a first class partnership that enhanced our experience no end. Although the crew were less engaged in one-to-one engagement within our daily activities they made the cruise experience a very enjoyable one and should also be commended.
- Andrew, 14/06/2026 20:59, Travelled with Family
Had a thoroughly enjoyable time cycling the spectacular routes along the coast. Our guides and staff were wonderful, the cuisine was really really good, and the hospitality exceptional. Also, the ports we visited gave us a true Croatian experience!
- John, 08/06/2026 01:05, Travelled with Family
We had an amazing trip. My cabin sheets were unscented which I needed for scent allergies. The cook took great care with food for my allergies. Ivan and Borna were wonderful guides. Showed us their beautiful country and kept us safe and moving on our bikes. Very kind and efficient! Thank you so much.
- Anonymous, 03/06/2026 09:28, Travelled with Family
I enjoyed the other people on the tour and the guides (Marin and Martin). I did feel that the boat used was not a proper one for this kind of cruise. Once the bikes were loaded there was little room left. I noted other boats when at dock that were roomier on the stern on the middle. Also, the breakfast buffet was poorly organized. Again, there was a lack of space forcing people into a small table area where only one person could get in and had to come back out into the same line. There should be access in the round and not at one of the eating tables. When parked alongside other boats there was no airflow. This became an issue when the air conditioning was not working. The crew was not very friendly, were smoking near the eating area and on their phones. There were no smokers on the tour so it was somewhat disgusting to have to inhale the crews cigarette smoke. They should go off the boat or to the upper deck if they want to smoke. The food was not of good quality. Needs improvement.
- Anonymous, 01/06/2026 11:09, Travelled with Family
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback with us. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed travelling with your fellow guests and that Marin and Martin helped make your experience a positive one. We will be sure to pass on your kind comments to them. We are sorry to learn that several aspects of the onboard experience did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments regarding the vessel layout, dining area configuration, air conditioning, food quality, and crew service. Guest comfort is extremely important to us, and we understand how these issues could have impacted your enjoyment of the cruise. Regarding your comments about the vessel size and onboard space, I can see that you travelled on one of our Premier ships. While these ships offer a comfortable cruising experience, we also offer a Premier Plus category for guests seeking additional space, larger cabins, and enhanced onboard amenities. Many of the larger vessels you may have seen during your cruise would likely have fallen within this category. Thank you again for your constructive feedback and recommendation. We truly value guest insights as they help us continue to improve our experiences.
Our premier plus Sail Croatia cycling vacation from Split to Dubrovnik on the Princess. Diana was outstanding. The crew of the boat and the guides for the tour could not have been better. I would highly recommend this tour to anybody that wants to enjoy a relaxing cycling vacation.
- Anonymous, 28/05/2026 06:57, Travelled with Family
This bike and boat cruise was perfect. Great food, amenities and staff along with beautiful sights and cycling enjoyment. Perfect balance of scenery, exercise and adventures.
- Anonymous, 27/05/2026 11:59, Travelled with Family
Having struggled over the last few years with what works for us as a holiday, my wife and I have bounced between exotic destinations and luxury beach holidays. We’ve found that neither are particularly fulfilling and, although we’ve always enjoyed ourselves, we feel that our experience has been lacking. We thought that we would leave our comfort zone by trying an activity holiday with a group of complete strangers. Having just finished a cruise with Sail Croatia, I can honestly say that, certainly for us, I feel that we’ve found what was missing. A holiday which was centred around our activity level but challenged us to push ourselves further. An experience which allowed us to form friendships with travellers from all over the world. A well led and curated cultural introduction, facilitated by guides (Marin & Olja) who love their country and job, while supporting their guests to bond, experience and enjoy their holiday. We would definitely recommend this holiday, company and guides.
- Ross, 25/05/2026 15:59, Travelled with Family
The Adriatic islands are now my favorite area - they have it all. The cruise/biking experience was icing on a marvelous cake. Lauren, Andro and crew took good care of the 17 of us with humor, insights and kindness. It’s obvious that the company has figured things out so itinerary can be adjusted as necessary. Wi-Fi worked great, a “WhatsApp” site, good food, fine accommodations. I’d note only that e-bikes should be considered essential due to the distances and grades - all but 2 in our group had them and were VERY grateful.
- Thomas, 25/05/2026 10:16, Travelled with Family
Staff on the ship was excellent. But what really made the trip special was Tonja and Eliana. Your lucky to have them as your guides.
- wally, 18/05/2026 05:40, Travelled with Family
Nice number of guests. Team leaders/tour mangers absolutely terrific, as well all the crew. Food amazing. Accomodation was very comfortable. Such a memorable trip. A great combination of traveling on a midsize boat, max. 32 guests, we had 17 which made the excursion so much more personable with guests and crew. Weather in first of May was decent. 20ish degrees.
- Stanley Androsoff , 11/05/2026 06:02, Travelled with Family
We were advised after we sailed about extra charges above those we paid for the trip, 50.00 per person port taxes and harbor charges. Why were surprised by these because sail Croatia didn’t tell us. Not very nice. To be paid in cash before final disembarking.
- Michael, 04/05/2026 16:54, Travelled with Family
Thank you for your 5-star review - we’re so pleased to hear that you and your group rated your experience so highly. We’re sorry to hear that the local payment came as a surprise. We do make every effort to ensure this cost is clearly communicated to all guests prior to booking. The local payment for Cycle Croatia cruises - currently €50 per person - is outlined in several places, including your online account, payment receipt, FAQs, and pre-departure information. This fee covers port charges and tourist taxes incurred throughout the week and is not a hidden cost. We understand that travel details can sometimes be overlooked, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us continue improving how we communicate important information to our guests.
The ship was lovely and cycle guides did a great job looking after us on the rides. ship staff also did a great job with friendliness and efficiency. The ship itself was impressive lovely cabins and great showers. Only critique cabins could be warmer on the cooler says. Heater controls made no difference.
- Michael, 04/05/2026 10:49, Travelled with Family
Excellent trip! The bike tour guides Andro and Josko were amazing and the boat crew did a phenomenal job! Would definitely recommend!!
- Courtney, 04/05/2026 07:25, Travelled with Family
- Don, 20/10/2025 07:45, Travelled with Family
We had a wonderful time , the all around service , organization and experience was 5 star. ⭐️ Our 2 guides, Tonka and Natasha were just great, knowledgable , helpful, fun and so kind. David was exceptional at all his duties , all the staff was first class . Thank you for a memorable week on the Afrodita Steve and Kari Towers.
- Steve, 20/10/2025 05:49, Travelled with Family
The entire crew on the Columbo was outstanding. Maren and Josip were great tour guides for the week and offering a lot of history to the p[laces we visited.
- Dave, 24/09/2025 13:48, Travelled with Family
The guides were first-rate. Marin, the cruise director, was conscientious, helpful, and friendly. We always knew what was happening and when. Josip, the cycling guide, kept us safe and made sure we enjoyed the rides. Our group included avid cyclists and people who had biked only rarely. We all had a great experience. The entire crew of the Columbo was efficient, friendly, and hardworking.
- Brian, 24/09/2025 05:32, Travelled with Family
The crew and guides that were on the Mali Ante were amazing. Especially Ivica and Saša our guides for the biking. They had a great understanding of the routes and were always looking out for everyone in the group. Couldn’t speak more highly of the both of them. The boat crew were amazing as well always willing to accommodate to our needs. Would definitely recommend to others. Thanks
- Eaden, 22/09/2025 18:34, Travelled with Family
Service , knowledge , guidance , communication and friendship by all crew was exceptional throughout our whole time together on Mali Ante
- Craig McNeill, 22/09/2025 16:49, Travelled with Family
Good itinery... Good equipment.. Knowlegable, competent, friendly Guides Great boat (Accomdation, Crew and meals) Altogether a great 7 days. Thank you
- clive, 22/09/2025 14:27, Travelled with Family
Miranda and Sanya at SC paced the week perfectly balancing between bike time, boat time and town time. They were more like coaches than guides for an old guy (no e bike for me). Highly recommend them.
- Tom, 18/09/2025 19:45, Travelled with Family
This was our seventh B & B trip and we had an excellent time. The staff and guides did an excellent job throughout the week. The food on the ship was very good. We used ebikes which I would recommend, they made the hills which there are many very easy to peddle up. There were not any panier bags on the bikes to carry anything in so I would recommend brining a small backpack or sling bike while riding.
- Michael & Janet, 16/09/2025 12:45, Travelled with Family
Bike leaders Sanja and Miranda provided great routes. They provided top drawer guidance, recommendations, bike support and were very flexible with us. Ship crew were friendly and ship was nice with friendly clothes lines.. island stops were amazing .
- Terry, 09/09/2025 07:15, Travelled with Family
The small sized ships allowed access to smaller, quieter, and less busy ports allowing access to the real charm of Croatia. We loved the varied destinations, ports, and rides. No two days were the same. It also allowed us to really interact with the other guests and get to know them well. Our guide’s knowledge of the area and its history was excellent and very informative.
- Jay, 09/06/2025 09:28, Travelled with Family
The islands were beautiful and the combination of sail and cycling was the best way of seeing them. We saw so many incredible and interesting things. The cycling was more challenging than I expected but the group and the guides kept us all going and the achievement of completing the rides on a pedal bike with the amazing views of the islands was special. We were lucky to be part of a small group of 8 passenger from UK and USA. Everyone got on so well and made a great group that added to the experience. Ivica was a great lead guide with so much experience and local knowledge, he was friendly and looked after the group. Calum kept the fun coming with good stories, playlists, and the best recommendations on where to eat and drink. The Dionis was a lovely boat with a very happy and friendly crew, we felt very comfortable and looked after. The meals on the boat were amazing and kept us fuelled up for the cycling. Our first cycling holiday but won’t be our last.
- Nick, 02/06/2025 12:43, Travelled with Family
The locations and crew were outstanding. Our guides Mario and Marin were full of knowledge and stressed safe riding. The crew on the boat were also very good. The booking process was less than stellar. My son and I were assigned a room with one double bed, not two singles. Since are large people, it did not work. He slept under the bed. Booking knew the assignment but would not/could not change it. Serious screw up by the office staff.
- Larry, 30/05/2025 15:08, Travelled with Family
Hi Larry, thank you for your review and for your kind words about our guides and crew – we’re delighted you enjoyed the overall experience. We regret to read about your booking experience. As outlined in our FAQs, cabin types vary by ship and are based on 2 people sharing – with configurations including twin beds, bunk beds, or one double bed. Whilst preferences can be requested at booking, we cannot guarantee specific layouts due to each ship’s unique cabin setup and limited availability. Final cabin allocations are confirmed a week before departure. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again.
Perfect blend of cruising, cycling and free time to get a beautiful experience of Croatia. Crew were very proficient and friendly. Size of the boat was nice with just 32 guests and 8 crew including cycling guides. Choice of islands and cycling routes were really excellent. Would have enjoyed more cycling too!
- Mark, 26/05/2025 12:31, Travelled with Family
- Anonymous, 16/05/2025 17:18, Travelled with Family
The staff could not have been more helpful, the guides were knowledgeable and were quick to make changes when the weather demanded it. However charging €40 for a bottle of sparkling wine that retails at £6 is outrageous.
- Colin, 12/05/2025 10:14, Travelled with Family
What a fantastic time we had, not being a cyclist riding the EBikes was the best thing. We were able to take in all the views that each day gave us. Our cycle guides Josko and Ann were simply the best. Loved the tales we were told at many stops. Thank you also to our crew, Ben our waiter was amazing one person to look after 29 of us. We will be back
- Stephen , 06/05/2025 06:32, Travelled with Family
The crew went to great lengths daily to address any questions or concerns. The food was great and if you liked your morning eggs other than was offered, the cook took orders. The cycling staff was very attentive to your safety and to each person physically being able to do days planned route. All in all great service for an affordable price.
- Jim, 28/04/2025 09:55, Travelled with Family
Marin and Mila were great guides on all of the rides. The food was very good, and the captain and crew did a great job. I would very much look forward to going on a future bike and sail cruise.
- Brendan, 15/10/2024 19:15, Travelled with Family
Brilliant format. Some exercise, great scenery and hospitality from the Croatians. Good food on-board and in the towns. Lovely friendly and interesting other guests/passengers. Excellent crew and travel guides.
- Alistair, 02/10/2024 16:29, Travelled with Family
The cabins were cold and the first nigt on board the boat we could hardly sleep due to the chill in the cabin. We could not control the tempreture in the cabin. The cabin had lower standard than we expected. The food served on board was not good.Breakfast was good but lunch and grill could have been better.. I had the feeling during the trip that we were alwayes in a hurry. and the cykling tours not relaxed.Not much time for fotos or to observe the scenery etc. Nevertheless we enjoyed the trip.The staff was friendly and helpful at all times.
- Pall, 26/09/2024 17:53, Travelled with Family
Hi Pall, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your trip and found our staff friendly and helpful, though we're sorry to learn that some aspects didn't meet your expectations. Regarding the temperature in your cabin, we’d like to mention that the AC units onboard also have a heating function. Our Onboard Rep would have been more than happy to assist with this, had they been made aware of your discomfort. We appreciate your feedback on the meals. While breakfast met expectations, we'll pass your comments on to our team regarding the lunches served. In terms of the cycling pace, our Cycle cruises are designed for the more active traveler who enjoys a faster-paced itinerary. However, for those seeking a more relaxed experience with plenty of time to take in the scenery and capture photos, we offer other options such as our Explorer or Elegance cruises. These might be more suited to a leisurely travel experience in the future. Thank you again for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back onboard soon for another adventure.
Bartul and Miranda were the best guides! They did a great job discussing the history and culture of the areas we were biking through. They were charismatic, patient, fun and genuinely interested in everyone on the ship. The presentations of the upcoming bike rides were informative and prepared us well for the difficulty of each ride. Bartul and Miranda went above and beyond to make our vacation amazing!
- Zach, 09/09/2024 17:02, Travelled with Family
The people, staff, Biking, Swimming, and the Croatian towns we visited, The whole package was wonderful.
- Vincent, 26/06/2024 01:20, Travelled with Family
The ability to see the Islands of Croatia by boat and bike was great. The people are honest, hardworking and wonderful. The boat crew and cycle leaders did a great job even though this was a larger group. The conversations with the other travelers were informative and educational!! It was an awesome experience!!
- John, 17/06/2024 10:47, Travelled with Family
Everything. The guides were terrific, the accommodations excellent and the food fantastic.. great rides, beautiful scenery, wonderful restaurants; everything we could ask for. A special shout out to Miranda and Ivcia; the captain. And crew, especially Mario.
- Nicholas, 03/06/2024 09:24, Travelled with Family
The weather was beautiful and perfect for cycling. Meeting so many amazing and interesting people (both guests and crew) made for a wonderful experience too. There is no shortage of chef prepared food both on the ship and at any of the port of calls. It is possible to gain weight on a cycling tour! Our guides Karolina and Mila are a dynamic duo! Karolina is dedicated and professional and made certain that we were safe and understood our plans for the day. Mila was a fountain of information at each stop or historical sight. All in all a fantastic trip where you will make some new friends, some of whom will be friends for life.
- Stuart, 27/05/2024 11:26, Travelled with Family
Staff, crew, guides and fellow consumers all awesome. The sea and land and activities -superb. Food was great.
- Daniel, 30/04/2024 20:05, Travelled with Family
This is an excellent way to see Croatia. We enjoyed a stunning boat that catered to our every want/need. The crew was exceptional, food spectacular and the accomodations were excellent. The entire crew was focused on making this a memorable crusie along with the opportunity to see so many sights and experience what Croatia has to offer. The biking tour was excellent. As an avid cyclist you can get to experience some new challenges with incredible scenery. The small number of people on board made it easy to make friends from all parts of the world. We met so many wonderful people and made some lifelong friends along the way.
- Mike, 29/04/2024 08:13, Travelled with Family
We always felt safe and supported when on the boat or riding on the islands. The guides were fantastic and made the trip fun and informative. The bikes were good quality. The rides were challenging and fun and always very interesting.. The food was always fresh and tasty. The cabins were clean and comfortable. Our dock positions were always convenient. Croatia was a beautiful place to do this type of trip I’”d recommend this company for travellers.
- Michelle, 09/10/2023 00:53, Travelled with Family
Mt wife and I enjoyed our cycling trip from Dubrovnik to Split. The boat crew and Sail Croatia team were very accommodating and the sites we visited were splendid. My only complaint was my wife and I asked for a twin bed but were given two singles when one of the Sail Croatia guides had a room to himself in a double bed. That was not right. Other than that the trip was a wonderful experience.
- Frank, 02/10/2023 04:54, Travelled with Family
Hi Frank, thank you for sharing your 5-star experience with us! It's wonderful to hear the crew and Sail Croatia team were helpful and friendly, we will pass your comments on, thank you. We agree, the islands are simply breathtaking - it's great to know you enjoyed the sites. I have checked our correspondence and can see we advised that bedding requests cannot be confirmed due to the individual setup of each ship and reiterated that bedding can either be twin beds or a double bed. It's great to hear that this didn't detract from your overall enjoyment Frank, and you were able to enjoy your time on the cruise and in Croatia. Thank you for joining us this season and we hope to welcome you back for another Cycle adventure.
The trip was well planned and executed. We loved seeing different islands and we loved exploring them on bike. It's a perfect way to get a workout and experience the area. The guides (Marin and Nina) were awesome and took great care of us while making it fun and teaching us history. I would highly recommend this trip anyone who likes to get off the beaten path. Super fun ship mates too.
- Randy, 25/08/2023 16:41, Travelled with Family
We are Canadians working and living in the Netherlands. Avid cyclists, we wanted to spend time in Croatia in the cities of Split, Zadar and Dubrovnik, but also experience the islands and coastline you hear and read about. A boat with bikes for day trips, was the perfect solution. We'd eat breakfast between 7:30 & 8:30 eCh morning, and meet at the bikes for 9 am. We'd typically bike until around noon when we,'d return to the boat for a swim and lunch, followed by R&R on board as we sailed for our next gorgeous town. We'd have the late afternoon/evening to explore and find supper and then back to the boat only to repeat it again the next day! The food on board was excellent and the staff were top shelf! Cabins were comfortable - all you can hope for. We had a tour Director and a Bike Guide ... both were professional, observant to needs, and positive energy. They were a joy. So don't heistate ... it's well worth the money!
- Jeff, 14/08/2023 17:58, Travelled with Family
Enjoyed the trip, the food, the great tour guides, the country with a wonderful group!
- Anonymous, 14/08/2023 09:45, Travelled with Family
Facilities Friendly service Locations Cycling
- Brett, 03/07/2023 06:32, Travelled with Family
Beautiful scenery, great food on ship and excellent cycle guides.
- Bob , 29/05/2023 19:43, Travelled with Family
