From the time we got onboard to the time we left we were treated excellent, the crew were very pleasant and George the cook was amazing.
- Yvonne, 22/05/2025 17:04,
Our cycling trip was a great success, thanks to our amazing tour guide Ivica and the wonderful Anita! Huge thanks to you and the entire crew who made this journey unforgettable!
- Lihua, 22/05/2025 10:41,
Joined a friend on a Sail Croatia (cycling) trip, island hopping to 7 islands and riding every day with a guide. Efficient way to see a range of lovely islands but also to get out of the villages and see the countryside. Small enough group to be manageable. Knowledgeable guides, friendly crew. All round good time. Would 100% recommend.
- LIsa, 22/05/2025 07:33, Travelled with Friend/s
This was my first time on Sail Croatia cycling cruise, and it far exceeded anything I Imagined, The cycling routes were stunning, with breathtaking vistas. Immersed in the scent of lavender and rosemary along the way, and the olive groves lining the landscape.. What truly made the trip exceptional were the two cycling guides, Ivica and Anita. Their skill and attention to saftey helped me feel completely at ease. Ivica went beyond expectations with optional bonus rides and hikes. His deep knowledge of the area's routes and history added an unexpected layer of richness to the experience. Anita's warmth and knowledge of history and restaurant recommendations made them a great duo. The crew of the Mall Ante were warm, attentive and made us feel completely taken care of. I felt like part of the family. I already have reccomended Sail Croatia and I just got back two days ago. Thank you to everyone who made my solo trip the first of many cycling trips to come.
- Marianne, 22/05/2025 03:47, Travelled Solo
Great team providing the service!
- Anonymous, 21/05/2025 22:03, Travelled with Friend/s
The boat “ Mali Anti “ was more comfortable and larger than I expected. My cabin was large with wardrobe and cupboard space again more than I am used to on smaller boats . The shower and bathroom was clean and functional . The Crew were always around to help , immaculate in serving us and attending all our needs . The food was enjoyable and plenty bearing in mind we were cycling every day . I met many new friends and had a fun time which was again above my expectations. The crew who took us on our cycle trips , Ivica and Anita were brilliant. Helped us all from flat tyres repair , advice on restaurants, bars.interesting stories of the history of all the locations and islands they took us to . They made us safe and looked after us making the whole week just perfect The islands were stunning , cycling through beautiful villages , vineyards and deserved coffee stops meant I had such a fabulous holiday I am back home for 2 days and have booked again for next year!
- Alison, 21/05/2025 19:07, Travelled Solo
Mali Ante was my home away from home for 7 days and it’s like a bliss. My guides Ivica and Anita are very attentive and friendly. They made my trip such a pleasant experience.
- Ying, 21/05/2025 17:15, Travelled with Friend/s
Three reasons to go. Boat: Gorgeous comfy boat and cabin with such beautiful wood work with lots of places for the guests to spread out and relax. Bike: Awesome bike riding through all terrain with a close up view of each island. I am not a big bike rider but an relatively fit so found the rides enjoyably challenging. Never felt rushed. Ebikers went ahead and classic bikes hung back and paced themselves. And the food! Being a vegetarian I did not want to get my hopes up but boy did they impress me. Incredibly well prepared food. And with all the biking I had an appetite that was well satisfied. And consider yourself blessed if you get Ivan and Marin as your guides. Those guys took such good care of everyone - especially me being the only solo guest. And Marvin's historical briefings for each island was something I looked forward to each day! Thanks for the lifetime memories!
- Sandy, 21/05/2025 16:49, Travelled Solo
This trip was an incredible way to experience Croatia’s beauty, and the team aboard the Emanuel made it truly exceptional. Guides Tonka and Lucija were outstanding—organized, knowledgeable, and always approachable. Their enthusiasm and insight added so much to each destination and bike ride. Captain Ante and his crew were efficient, friendly, and always available to help, creating a relaxed and safe atmosphere on board. Chef George’s meals were a highlight—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, making every meal something to look forward to. From the stunning scenery to the expert guidance and warm hospitality, this was a perfect blend of adventure and comfort. Highly recommended!
- Tate, 21/05/2025 16:30, Travelled with Friend/s
Marin and Ivan, our cycling guides, are well informed, fun, and provide for safety on the rides. The crew of Princess Diana made the trip comfortable and served wonderful meals. I would easily take another trip with Sail Croatia. I have two suggestions….more frequent towel changes and coffee earlier th
- Debra, 21/05/2025 14:03,
Such a wonderful week. The tours, boat and staff were great. Anita and Ivica our tour guides were very helpful and courteous. It was a great way to see the beautiful Croatian islands. I highly recommend.
- Jacqueline Duff, 21/05/2025 09:46,
Loved visiting some of the islands in Croatia on a bike. Our crew was amazing and very helpful.
- Janet, 20/05/2025 15:15, Travelled with Friend/s
What a blessing to be able to experience the beauty of the Dalmatian islands. The highlights were the bike rides! Tonka and Lucija were amazing guides with all the information required to enjoy each trip and also safe rides. Never felt unsafe on the roads. Islands are gorgeous and the bike rides gives a full sensory experience! It's definitely the best way to visit Croatia! Ante, the captain, and his crew were excellent! The only thing to improve is the morning coffee and having tea at anytime of the day part and included in the package. We were on the lower deck, and it was quiet if you have this as a priority on your trip. The group was excellent and made friends for life. Highly recommend Sail Croatia!
- Marie-Noelle, 20/05/2025 14:14, Travelled in a Couple
We had such an amazing time on the Princeza Diana with Marin and Ivan and the rest of the crew. The biking was very safe thanks to Marin and Ivan and the views were stunning. Marin was very particular in keeping us in line which was a good thing - safety first. We all had so much fun!! The islands had some of the best views I have ever seen and without cycling to the top, most visitors would never see these views. Our meals were amazing and all the crew members were friendly and met all our needs. They all worked so hard. Our rooms had a good amount of space and were very clean. I loved the upper deck with the loungers. We ended up having a few yoga classes thanks to Jan (one of the guests). I would highly recommend Sail Croatia. I miss everyone already and we have only been home 3 days. THANK YOU SAIL CROATIA!!!
- Shelley L., 20/05/2025 12:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Knowledge of the guide Lola Attitude of the tour leaders Quality of the equipment Itinerary Cleanliness of the ship The company
- Julie, 20/05/2025 06:11, Travelled with Friend/s
We had an incredible experience with Sail Croatia’s e-bike tour! The scenery was stunning, the boat was beautiful and owned by the captain who clearly took pride in it. The food was consistently delicious. I especially loved our head guide, Tonka — she inspired confidence, kept everyone safe and organized, and brought such competent energy to the whole trip. I think they are lucky to have her as an employee — she’s an absolute treasure. The entire crew was friendly and professional. Highly recommend this adventure!
- Alana, 19/05/2025 21:24,
Could not have asked for a more amazing trip!! Marin and Ivan were fantastic as was the rest of the crew!! Also loved the group on this trip! Miss them already!! We had a blast seeing all the beauty Croatia offers!! Wonderful cycling, food, sites... LOVED my time with Sail Croatia! Highly recommend!!
- Carol, 19/05/2025 19:00,
We travelled on the Princess Diana from Dubrovnik to Split. From the start, the guides ( Marin and Ivan) greeted us warmly and were very friendly throughout the trip. Marin was excellent at organising the rides and explaining the history of the particular island. By the end of the trip we felt that we had a real understanding of Croatian history in these islands. Ivan was great in encouraging us on the rides and doing a lot of the organisational work behind the scenes. They made a great team. Outside of the cycling, we had most interaction with the two waiters/barmen ( Ivan and Karlo) who worked so hard - especially at meal times - and stayed up late to serve us drinks after we came back from dinner. Special mention also to Marko and Maria for our “plentiful” meals everyday - prepared in that tiny kitchen. We didn’t have much interaction with the other crew members although they were super efficient at docking and getting the bikes off the ship. A great team throughout.
- Sue, 19/05/2025 18:55, Travelled in a Couple
The staff and crew on the Mali Anti are wonderful. Attention to detail fantastic. Rooms spotless and surprisingly spacious and very comfortable beds. Risk assessments and daily briefing are first class. Food was varied and delicious. The cycling was superb with amazing routes to gorgeous Croatian villages. But the hills were long! When they say 4/5 difficult they mean it! Electric bikes looked a tempting option. But very pleased to still achievable the 100 miles on my classic bike.
- Sarah, 19/05/2025 17:11, Travelled in a Couple
Staff, crew, food
- Barbara , 19/05/2025 16:41, Travelled with Family
It's just such good fun. It's a beautiful place and we were lucky to have great weather and even luckier to have great company. The food was a minor miracle, our cook provided such delicious meals day after day. Our two guides were great and the ships crew looked after us really well. And by the way the cycling was the icing on the cake.
- Sandra, 19/05/2025 16:37, Travelled in a Couple
Our experience on Sail, Croatia aboard Princeza Diana was exceptional on every level! From the crew -special nod to Ivan and Marin-, to the food, small group nature of the trip and the exceptional friends we made a board, we will remember this trip for the rest of our lives! The food was delicious, the pace of the biking activities was extremely enjoyable, and the views and vistas encountered on each unique island were unmatched in any travel we've ever done. This experience will change the way we travel forever and we are so thankful for the memories made this past week.! Placing us on a ship with like-minded, similar aged people was the special touch that will leave our memories enhanced. We highly recommend taking an E bike. As we felt safe and well looked after while enjoying our vacation.
- Penny and Jimmy Darragh, 19/05/2025 16:22, Travelled with Friend/s
Our leaders, Marin and Ivan P were absolutely terrific and made it a superb trip. They were organized and efficient and had great senses of humor. One thing that detracted a WEE bit from the trip was the lack of black tea and good coffee. There are those in our group that are tough to be around until they are caffeinated and yet they get up early so it was difficult having to wait until after 7:00. On all the premier plus type of trips we have taken in the past decent quality tea and coffee were provided all day via machines or at the bar.
- Holly, 19/05/2025 14:32, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a fabulous time on our week with Sail Croatia. The cycling was as challenging as you wanted to make it. Well organized. You see the most spectacular views on the rides. Small town coffee stops. Excellent food on board - we always looked forward to our meals! Crew were friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!
- Colin, 19/05/2025 13:56, Travelled in a Couple
Great ship, crew, fellow travellers, bikes, islands, guides and food. A true experience of the wonderful Croatian Islands.
- Debbie, 19/05/2025 13:50, Travelled in a Couple
The week was great fun. The organisation was smooth and the trip leaders were knowledgeable and always on hand to answer questions.. The islands were amazing and the swimming was fabulous. We had e-bikes which made the steep hills very manageable. The ships crew were great and we felt in safe hands with the Captain sailing the boat. All in all a great experience and would definitely recommend it.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2025 09:45, Travelled in a Couple
Amazing locations, great food, perfect balance between keeping active and relaxing
- Anonymous, 19/05/2025 09:41, Travelled in a Couple
Every member of the staff was great! The 2 guides, Marin & Ivan did an awesome job of leading our bike trips on each island. Marin told us the history of Croatia and each island. Ivan entertained us with his humor! They both were very professional and safety conscious. Finally, the islands were so beautiful while biking through the country side. I road an e-bike and I’m so glad I did.
- Linda, 19/05/2025 08:14, Travelled in a Couple
We had a great week cycling round Croatia’s islands. Tour guides Ivica and Anita were superb. Ships crew were all great. Itinerary was excellent, cycling in the morning, navigating to a new island in the afternoon then exploring new ports. Bikes were fine, better than expected. Cabins and food on board were ok, although understandably not luxurious. Recommend getting e-bikes because Croatia is hilly.
- Carole , 19/05/2025 07:45, Travelled in a Couple
Wonderful crew and the experience suited all levels of fitness with challenges for those who wanted it and easy riding for those who didn’t. Service on board the ship was great and the cabin was spacious and comfortable. Plenty of time to explore the islands after riding. Bike riding gave a great opportunity to see more of the islands. Food was plentiful and excellent. Care was given to those with special requirements. Loved Sail Croatia
- Linda, 19/05/2025 05:49,
Everything was very well organised.The boat crew were friendly and made sure we were comfortable. The tour guides Ivica and Anita were fantastic. Ivica went out of his way to give us better and more bike riding experiences while ensuring we were safe from strong winds etc by changing the itinerary to suit. Anita was very knowledgeable about local sites. All the crew were very cohesive and jolly, the food was great and plentiful and we had a wonderful experience. Their love for their job and their beautiful country shines through. We'll be back !
- Maria, 19/05/2025 05:14, Travelled in a Couple
The guides and crew on our trip made for a perfect week on Emanuel. Tonka and Lucy were wonderful guides. Very informative at each daily briefing, and then throughout the rides they made sure everyone always knew what was ahead. The routes chosen were fun with gorgeous scenery. Our food in the ship was very good. Service was great. All in all fabulous week in the Croatian islands.
- Kim, 19/05/2025 05:13, Travelled in a Couple
The staff were superb! Our bike guides, Josef and Jay, were experienced and made sure we saw all the sites while staying safe as we bicycled around the various islands. The scenery was breathtaking! And the water is so clear. Even though it is early in the season and the water was cold, we still enjoyed the swim stops. Food was excellent and the cook and waiters accommodated my lactose free diet. We had breakfast and lunch on the ship and dinners were generally in the small towns. Rooms are small but there are plenty of places on the ship to hang out. Such a fun trip!
- Lisa, 19/05/2025 04:04,
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
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