Crew was very helpful. Food was excellent. Klara, our cuise director, was knowlegable, friendly and very helpful.
- Richard, 21/05/2026 06:23, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything about the trip was five stars. I couldn’t fault it. Special shout out to Sasha & Mate for making the trip and hikes so special.
- Adrian, 20/05/2026 17:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Fantastic
- Percy, 20/05/2026 14:42, Travelled with Friend/s
Calum was approachable, welcoming, entertaining, flexible and very patient with his tour group. Many thanks Mate, look forward to the tattoo! 👌🏻
- Anonymous, 20/05/2026 13:34, Travelled in a Couple
Our trip through the Croatia islands with Calum aboard Tempura was fun and educational. The trip was from Split to Dubrovnik visiting wonderful islands along the way. The crew was extremely hardworking and helpful. Our guide and leader for the week was Calum. If you are fortunate enough to have him as you cruise leader, know that you will have an amazing holiday. He was very knowledgeable about each stop as well as the history of each island/town we stopped in. He planned trips, dinners and events every day making the trip extra special for my wife and I!
- Carl, 20/05/2026 10:20, Travelled with Family
Wonderfully relaxing trip. Lots of things to see and explore. Easy to be as active as you want
- Larry, 20/05/2026 07:40, Travelled with Family
We arrived and felt very welcome immediately from the staff of the Esperanza Motor ship Dino was our cruise coordinator and was very informative through the whole trip. The staff did a wonderful job. I would recommend them anytime.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2026 21:02, Travelled with Friend/s
Truly the best time! Crew was top notch and Cezar and Kafhka were super friendly and mava our tour leader was the absolute best! Loved the whole experience!
- Oliver, 19/05/2026 17:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Had an awesome trip - the staff and tour guides were absolutely fantastic , would do it again in a heartbeat !!
- Darryl, 19/05/2026 17:20, Travelled in a Couple
My wife and I had a wonderful time on the Esperanza with an incredible guide and leader, Dino and an exceptional crew. My wife had a few dietary restrictions, and the chef and team accommodated it beautifully without adversely impacting the quality of food to us all. It was really fantastic!
- John, 19/05/2026 16:08, Travelled with Friend/s
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
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.
Boat crew were efficient. The two guides were knowledgable and helpful. Overall, the ride was fantastic with very good bikes and very amazing scenery.. HOWEVER, we did book and pay for a cabin with double bed. But instead got a single bed on one side and a bunk bed on the other side of the cabin which was dissapointing.
- Raymond Cooper, 19/05/2026 12:27, Travelled in a Couple
Hi Raymond, thank you for taking the time to review your Cycle cruise with us this season, and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed the cycling experience, scenery, bikes and found both our crew and guides knowledgable and helpful. It is a shame to read of your disappointment regarding the cabin bedding arrangement. We would like to clarify that bedding configurations are not guaranteed unless specifically requested and confirmed prior to departure. Upon reviewing the booking, we can see that a request for a double bed was not submitted by your travel agent at the time of booking, and therefore this was not something our team had been made aware of in advance. We always aim to accommodate guest preferences wherever possible and appreciate your feedback. Thank you again, it was a pleasure to have you join us!
We did the Elegance Dubrovnik-Dubrovnik cruise on Esperanza and had a fantastic time. Dino, our tour guide, was super professional, friendly, and communicative with the entire group and really made our trip memorable. He answered all our questions, gave excellent recommendations for dining & sightseeing, and managed the details of our transportation back to the airport flawlessly. Ivo and Mio also deserve special mention from the crew since they were particularly attentive and friendly throughout the cruise and helped those of us wanting to learn some Serbo-Croatian with patience and humor. Captain Jure was a total professional and clearly a skilled seaman as he guided us through some heavy seas on our return to Dubrovnik. Overall a fantastic visit to some of Croatia’s most beautiful spots with a wonderful ship & crew.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2026 07:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Very Enjoyable, even with the challenging weather conditions. Captain and crew were excellent as well as the Sail Croatia personnel.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2026 05:59, Travelled with Friend/s
Absolutely the best Dino and crew were fantastic. Could not have been better
- Dana, 19/05/2026 05:15, Travelled in a Couple
The boat was very well maintained and was pleased with the value. Marcos and Nika were amazing at spoiling us all week: while we wish the weather was a bit warmer we still really enjoyed all the stops that Marcos (captain) guided us to. He we very professional and we always felt in good hands. Nika did a great job keeping us all fed and the boat clean. Both were part of the group by the end of the week. Highly recommend Sail Croatia and Specifically Marcos and Nika
- James, 19/05/2026 01:09, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a great time on sail Croatia the whole staff was super from helping with all the activities and arrangements.
- Ken, 19/05/2026 00:34, Travelled with Friend/s
I travelled as a solo passenger but needn't have worried. From the offset it was the friendliest group of passengers, staff and crew i have ever met. The 2 Sail Croatia leaders, josko and Lauren , were outstanding and nothing was too much trouble, managing to change my picky carnivorous diet to a vegetarian one after 2 days. It was exactly the same with the crew of our boat, the "Dionis"- a very comfortable and ideally sized boat for the holiday- bigger boats around seemed too big and cold compared to the smaller boats. The excursions and cycle routes were absolutely ideal. Most of our 15 passengers opted for the E-bikes but 4 of us had the normal calf powered versions, which didn’t detract from the enjoyment. We had the chance to have a swim stop most days and after a chilly 10 minutes swim, the scorching onboard showers were a very pleasurable welcome experience. This was my first time as a solo traveller on a group trip but i now see it as the only way forward in future
- Simon, 18/05/2026 22:09, Travelled Solo
Hi Team! The holidays were incredible! Loved it from the first day till the last. Very nice crew, always open for questions, ready to help and present to laugh and have a good time while staying professional. Marin was a great host/guide/friend helping organizing everything and making sure we were enjoying ourselved as much as possible. A big thank you to everyone who made these fabulous holidays possible! I will 100% recommend this!
- Edouard, 18/05/2026 19:53, Travelled Solo
Excellent. Calum was our tour guide on the boat Tempera, he was very knowledgeable, very friendly and couldn’t do enough to assist in what ever we needed.
- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 19:11, Travelled with Friend/s
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
This was by far the best vacation I have ever taken. We were on the MS Almissa with our amazing crew (Marin, Caesar, and Kafka) for 7 days and they could not have made the experience any better. By the end of the trip we had made so many new friends, including the crew. The destinations were amazing and Marin, our tour manager, gave us so many great recommendations in each stop. We spend most nights out on the town, but the post-dinner hang outs on the boat with new friends are some of the most memorable of the whole trip. Happy to be leaving the trip with new friends (including our amazing crew).
- Adam, 18/05/2026 16:29, Travelled with Friend/s
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
Great crew, great fellow tourers! The itinerary was excellent. The bikes were garbage. You should not offer a tour where cycling is a feature and then provide bikes that were selected on cost only. Our tour leader spent far too much time trying to keep the bikes operational.
- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 13:32, Travelled in a Couple
Great time. Crew was awsome and very helpful. Maybe the ship could use more swimming floats and serve more traditional Croation food for lunch.
- Alan, 18/05/2026 10:28, Travelled with Family
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
This was one of the best travel experiences of our lives. The boat was beautiful, the others travellers were great, the biking and scenery was spectacular and the guides and crew made every effort to make sure everything was excellent. Ivica was an excellent tour guide and made sure that we were all together and had exciting, enjoyable and safe bike rides. Ana made sure that no one was left behind and provided excellent information on the places we visited along with a few myths, legends and ghost stories😀. Ana and Dan (sp) were excellent bartenders and servers and made sure we stayed hydrated and were well fed. The food was excellent and we were served some traditional croatian food that was better than we had in restaurants on shore after our trip. My compliments to the chef!! We would definitely recommend this trip. Once you have tried a small boat experience you will not want to go back to the big cruise lines
- Keith, 18/05/2026 07:46, Travelled in a Couple
Myself, my wife and 9 friends had an absolutely brilliant week, sailing around Croatia on a perfectly sized boat (30 passengers). The accommodation was great, the food delicious and the amount of hiking spot on. Some hikes were challenging some were easy but it was a great balance. The guides were friendly, informative and looked after us just right. I highly recommend the trip to active folks who want to see the sun, sea and Croatia.
- Anthony, 18/05/2026 07:08, 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
What can I say! This trip was beyond expectations! The Crew (Tea and Daniel ,Captain and crew guys) and Bike and Tour Guides (Ivac and Ana) could not be better. Food was exceptional (Thanks Chef and staff) ! They all cared about our experience!! We had a fun group of like travelers who cycled everyday! Weather was superb! Croatia is amazing!! Do this experience!
- Peter, 18/05/2026 05:10, Travelled with Friend/s
The tour was well organized and the guides were very friendly and helpful. It was a great way to see a good part of the country. The boat was clean and equipped to make the time on board comfortable. The meals were very good. Beyond expectations. Overall, a very fun and enjoyable trip
- David, 18/05/2026 04:51, Travelled with Friend/s
We loved our week aboard the Tempera! The islands, our activities and our host Callum were fantastic! We’d highly recommend the Explorer experience to enjoy the Croatian islands.
- Josh, 18/05/2026 04:42, Travelled in a Couple
We were not 100 percent confident that we would be fit enough or enjoy the experience but we absolutely enjoyed the trip. The tour guides, 2 of them, treated us like family and protected on the roads. The boat, Emanuel, with their captain and crew were a well tuned group. The food on board was excellent! The ebike made the fitness level almost irrelevant, as we watched our 72 year old female group mate keep up with the front guide.
- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 03:45, Travelled in a Couple
Excellen trip. Superb organization. Amazing guides and staff. Beautiful scenery with amazing cycling. Delicious food. Exceeded all expectations.
- Robert, 18/05/2026 03:25, Travelled with Friend/s
We took the Sail Croatia Explorer Cruise from Dubrovnik to Split and we had the Time of our Lives. Our entire crew was amazing from Vicko our Representative who was incredibly personable and knowledgeable about the area. Every morning he provided us with the details of all the local spots to visit and directions on how we could get there. As well as providing amazing stories and history about the area, Our Bartenders Damir & Niksa were so friendly and attentive if we ever needed anything they were there to provide & provide a good time. Our Chefs Vlado & Daki we so amazing at preparing Gluten Free meals for my wife to fit her dietary needs and never made her feel like she was missing out on a meal. Even though we had an itinerary change due to weather our sailors and captain made us feel safe and kept us informed of the changes as soon as possible. The entire crew was so amazing and the excursions prepared even with a change were so engaging and amazing. We would do this every year!
- Chris & Maura, 17/05/2026 12:24, Travelled in a Couple
I can't recommend Sail Croatia enough! We booked a bareboat charter 8 months in advance for a week on Night Sky, a 45 foot Beneteau. The boat was in great shape and sailed well. It kept 6 of us comfortable for a week as we sailed through the islands and made many stops. Will definitely book with them again!
- Chris, 13/05/2026 22:07, Travelled with Friend/s
A great trip!! Particular shout out to Tonka and Elena for their care and guidance on our e-bike expeditions and other activities throughout the island. The crew was extremely service oriented and the food was excellent. We would definitely book another trip with Sail Croatia.
- Anonymous, 13/05/2026 21:57, Travelled with Friend/s
Our 7 day cruise and excursions on the Romantic Star absolutely wonderful. The food was fantastic, the accommodations were top notch and the crew was phenomenal. Captain Ivan was a pleasure as well as his crew. Anita, our tour guide, was simply amazing. She made us feel at home on the ship as well as on our excursions. She stole the hearts of everyone in our group of 16. She made an amazing trip even more wonderful. A vaccination we will never forget. Thank you all so much!
- Robert, 13/05/2026 19:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Excellent. The cook was exceptionally talented.
- Anonymous, 13/05/2026 13:55, Travelled with Friend/s
We traveled as a group of 16. Anita the tour director was a superstar. Far exceeding any and all expectations I had. I had some health issues while traveling and she made sure I got to medical help in the local village as well as coordinating a ferry ride to the Split hospital. Anita made me feel like family. The boat was very clean and the crew made sure any need that came up was addressed. The food was good. The Captain exuded confidence and made sure the guest knew he was in control of the ship at all times, I highly recommend the Romantic Star. I am sure your experience will be as satisfying as mine was.
- Jeff, 12/05/2026 18:10, Travelled with Friend/s
My wife and I had a fantastic time traveling from Dubrovnik to Split ! Everyone on the crew were amazing! Lola, are cruise director was very attentive and friendly and she went out of her way to help us in any way ! Pamela and Lucy were both very helpful especially serving us cocktails! The one thing I wish was that the A/C was room controlled ... most of our cruise the captain controlled the air. Overall, highly recommend our trip to everyone ! The time flew by so fast !
- Anonymous, 12/05/2026 16:19, Travelled in a Couple
Accommodations were great and Capt Ivan and crew were very professional. Our tour director Anita was also very informative and went out of her way to make sure everyone on board had a excellent experience!
- Alec, 12/05/2026 14:17, Travelled with Friend/s
The fellow passengers were an absolute treat to spend a week with The coordinator Vedran was the best you could have and the crew looked after everyone like we were the only ones on board A must do if you every come to Croatia
- William , 12/05/2026 13:56, Travelled in a Couple
Service was amazing, courteous and friendly. All aspects of the tours were well planned interesting, organized and executed in a timely manner. Food was outstanding, although some of the portions could have been a bit smaller. Ships crew were courteous friendly and helpful. Ship was well maintained, very clean and in excellent working order. I would happily sail with Sail Croatia again.
- John, 12/05/2026 11:54,
I so many things made this Cruise incredible. Let me start with the tour director Dino who is a constant source of energy, smiles, good humour and professionalism. The rest of the crew were very thorough, friendly and expert in their different fields. The captain "Gorgeous" George is truly a Master Mariner and no surprise that he comes from generations of seafarers. The food was outstanding. Drink selection was okay and locations that we visited were excellent and the daily highlight was the swim stops. I thoroughly recommend the "Olimp" vessel cruise through Sail Croatia to anybody looking for a 7 day five-star Croatian cruise experience.
- Peter, 12/05/2026 08:41, Travelled in a Couple
Had a great trip…the guide staff were experienced and knowledgeable…always ready to help, lead, inform, suggest alternatives and more. The boat’s crew including the captain, the sailors, the cook and the other staff provided a smooth boating experience and wonderful meals. The bikes were well maintained and easy to use. Convinced us it’ll soon be time to buy an “e” bike at home.” We have no reservations in recommending Sail Croatia!
- Tony, 12/05/2026 07:58, Travelled in a Couple
Big shout out to Dino (Tour Rep) and the entire crew fr making the week so enjoyable. Dino couldn’t do enough for us and was always on hand to help us out no matter what the ask. The quality of the boat and the crew especially the Dining room and bar team, such an efficient and friendly service. Would definitely recommend this as a great way to spend a week in Croatia.
- Aiden & Caroline, 12/05/2026 06:06, Travelled in a Couple
So the Boat is absolutely beautiful and the meals were outstanding…. All of the Crew went above and beyond… so accommodating… especially Tea and Danny….our cycling guides were awesome… especially Tonka who was so knowledgeable, funny and always had a plan b as needed…. Also big shout out to our Captian who could park that boat on a dime
- Andrea, 12/05/2026 00:39, Travelled in a Couple
We had wonderful time cruising from Island to Island on the Mali Luka and enjoyed the cycling excursions led by Ivica and Sasha. The food, accommodations and staff on board were first rate, and I would highly recommend the trip to anyone who enjoys a great adventure. Thank you again to the captain and crew for a great week!
- Gordon, 11/05/2026 21:13, Travelled in a Couple
Although the entire experience was outstanding I do have a couple of points: 1.) As an experienced cyclist, I had no issues but I did see some areas of saftey that could be improved. There was confusion throughout the day as directions were, at times, incomplete and vague. 2.) Food was another issue as items at breakfast would run out and the main course lunches were mediocre. 3.) Coffee is always an issue for me and yours was the worst. (Sorry) 4.) I didn't understand why we couldn't pay our bar tab with a credit card. Many were short on cash and had to rush to an ATM. 5.) Whatsapp feature was great, would of been nice to get the days briefing in advance of actual briefing at 8:30 so we could follow along and have questions prepared. All in all our tour guides were friendly and well informed about the areas we visited and I would recommend this tour to friends The boat was immaculate and comfortable. Great way to see Croatia for the first time.
- Thomas , 11/05/2026 15:21, Travelled in a Couple
