This week was undoubtably one of the best of my life. The staff (massive shout out to Mateo and the Mlini crew) and our host Elena were an unbelievably good vibe and made the trip so much fun. There's nothing quite like waking up hung over and recovering by looking out onto a beautiful Croatian island. I didn't do too many of the additional activities but just sitting on the boat and chatting was some of the highlights for me. 10/10 would recommend to everyone who likes to have fun and socialise. A lot of our boat were solo travellers too so don't let that stop you if you're feeling nervous! Thanks again guys.
- Georgey, 22/05/2025 14:05, Travelled with Friend/s
I had high expectations for my sail Croatia experience as friends have had a great time beforehand, my experience was blown out of the water! The activities were great and the crew on board were fantastic. Mateo looked after us so well and went above and beyond, Frane and Stipe were great also plus our fantastic chef! Elena was the perfect rep for my experience, she was honest about the value of things, gave great tips and advice and was the perfect mix of fun and professionalism. I cannot rate her highly enough, she really helped make Sail Croatia an unforgettable experience.
- Zavier, 22/05/2025 13:57, Travelled with Friend/s
The four of us set out to Croatia from Canada via Prague. From the moment we arrived the staff greeted us with humour and. Assistance. The entire trip we were able to relax and enjoy the wonderful cruise and scenic views. It was a wonderful way to spend my 50th birthday with my spouse and best friends. Throughout the cruise we were updated about excursions and opportunities to visit sites.
- Chad, 22/05/2025 08:02, Travelled with Friend/s
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
Great team providing the service!
- Anonymous, 21/05/2025 22:03, Travelled with Friend/s
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
From the moment we stepped onboard it was a surreal experience. Our fabulous cruise director Ioana was so much fun very informative and helpful and was super engaged with all the passengers and crew alike. The rest of the crew were fantastic Evo and Al keeping us well hydrated and the Chef and Sous Chef served us delicious food everyday. We loved all the islands we stopped at and swims along the way were great fun. Finally Captain George was very approachable and we felt we were in very safe hands … we loved the Captain’s dinner and hearing all about the history of the Olimp and his boating background. Highly recommend this ship and cruise and would love to be back on board thanks to all the crew 🤩
- Annette, 21/05/2025 16:34, Travelled with Friend/s
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
The ship was in great shape and the Captain very skilled. the crew worked hard to make our week a fun/safe time and they succeeded. However, meals are a big part of our annual boat and bike trips. Here they failed. The meals were far too heave generally and the BBQ night was substandard with much meat and few veggies...and they were buried under all that meat. The meal was awful. Equally as bad was the captains dinner of steak that was unchewable...oh, the coffee was worse than any I had in the Navy and I didnt thimk that woukd ever be possible...undrinkable sludge..this boat & bike towr tour 7th as a group. It was the also the first to not put out a nice happy hour food spread...only pretzels and biscuits. All in all, I won't recommend this trip .
- Dennis, 21/05/2025 13:13, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to review us! We’re delighted to hear that you found our Captain very skilled, our crew hardworking, and the ship in a great condition. It’s always rewarding to know our team contributed to a safe and enjoyable experience. We're truly sorry to learn that the food during the Captain's dinner and BBQ did not meet your expectations. We understand how important meals are in shaping the overall travel experience. Your comments regarding the menu containing too much meat and poor quality of coffee are especially valuable, and we’ll be sharing them with our team as we work to refine and expand our offerings to better cater to a wider range of dietary preferences and expectations. While we regret that your experience didn't leave you feeling confident to recommend us based on the meals provided, we appreciate your honesty. Feedback like yours plays a crucial role in helping us to improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future with enhancements that reflect your input.
To be honest our skipper, Simona, made our « Croatian Girls Afloat « holiday such a special experience. My friends and I have been celebrating our 60th birthdays having met at the start of high school. We don’t see each other very often so to have Simona look after each of our needs was wonderful. A mix of terrified of the ocean to wanting to sail, paddle board and practice yoga, Sim was able to cater for all of our needs on a beautiful catamaran Sundance. She even took part in our yoga practice and cooked a special langoustine meal for us. Amazing sailing skills for a young lady who took very good care of us all. We couldn’t recommend her more highly or the team from Sail Croatia who were extremely professional. Thank you.
- Susie, 21/05/2025 06:35, Travelled with Friend/s
My expectations were exceeded at every level. Our guides Marin and Ivan were fun, approachable, and very knowledgeable. Their different styles in leading complimented each other very well and made us feel safe and special. The kitchen staff, Chef Marco and Sous Chef Maria prepared wonderful and delicious meals each day and young Ivan and Karlo delivered breakfast, lunch and cocktails with a smile and genuine enjoyment. The PD crew were all top notch and got us to each destination without worry! Bravo! The undulating Croatian countryside I saw from the ship and aboard my E-Bike (highly recommend) was breathtaking and beautiful!! The deep blue Adriatic Sea was stunning against an impressive mountain coast. The the cities we visited were historical wonders and each beautiful in their own way. My shipmates were amazing and I feel a few long time friendships have been born on this intimate experience! Zivjeli!!!
- Jimmy, 20/05/2025 18:55, Travelled with Friend/s
The location was amazing, the boat was perfect and our skipper, Simona was the best !
- jenny , 20/05/2025 18:51, Travelled with Friend/s
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
1) the elegance of Queen Jelena 2) the staff could not do any more to make the whole experience memorable 3) the food was excellent quality 4) the Islands were spectacular 5) extremely well organised 6) like minded passengers
- David, 20/05/2025 12:59, Travelled with Friend/s
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
I was looking for a trip with a combination of relax and adventure and the Sail Croatia Explorer itinerary delivered it. You get into a routine of breakfast, swim stop, lunch then explore the island. Our rep did a wonderful job of explaining each island coming up and possible excursions. I liked how we didn’t have to commit to excursions before the trip. We could play it by ear day by day. He pointed out key points of interests and made great recommendations of places to eat. The only feedback I would give for the cabin is to install an exhaust fan in the bathroom. The shower makes the room steamy and since we were on the lower deck, we couldn’t open the porthole. The AC unit was turned off at night and without the flow of air, towels and bathing suits did not dry quickly. I would also make sure guests aware to bring more cash than they think they need. Excursions, bar tab and tips are all paid in cash.
- Nicole, 19/05/2025 22:37, Travelled with Friend/s
The entire staff, from the captain down, was excellent, doing their very best to give us an enjoyable experience. The boat was in excellent condition, and very clean. The cycling guides, Miranda and Lola, were always asking what the passengers preferred in cycling routes, and then delivering what was requested. They genuinely wanted to make us happy. Even Matilda, who was in training to be a cycling guide, helped with any difficulty we encountered.
- Dennis, 19/05/2025 20:05, Travelled with Friend/s
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
I enjoyed the entire trip!
- Don, 19/05/2025 11:15, Travelled with Friend/s
From the moment we arrived to the moment we left nothing was too much trouble for the crew and guides. Everything was explained to us for the next day and again on the morning. The food was good and plentiful. The cabins are small but you aren't in them that often so you can live with that. Small observation by all my group was that it would have been good to be able to buy snacks along with drinks eg crisps, nuts etc as we were advised we could not bring any food on board. Loved it all!
- Helena , 19/05/2025 11:00, Travelled with Friend/s
Excellent guides, wonderful food, terrific service and friendly engagement!
- Dennis, 19/05/2025 05:33, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew and guides went out of their way to ensure we had an unforgettable experience. The rides were spectacular. The countryside beautiful. We were all sad it came to an end.
- Andre, 19/05/2025 04:16, Travelled with Friend/s
What a great week!! Really enjoyed the trip. Great staff onboard, Good communication (daily talk by Dino plus WhatsApp) for the days activities and port information.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2025 00:54, Travelled with Friend/s
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!
I spent a week on the Mali Luka sailing and cycling the islands of Croatia with friends. We had the most amazing time from the minute we arrived on board. Every member of staff went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience ever. Miranda and Lucija were kind, helpful, funny and provided us with the best experience often telling us interesting stories along the way. Our captain, Ivan, did a splendid job making sure we had the best weather for our trip. Dinko and Halim provided an excellent dining experience with delicious food and excellent service. Whist the sailors Tonci, Toni and Zdravko were helpful and friendly whenever we needed anything. We were amazed at how efficiently the team worked together throughout the trip, especially when transferring our bikes to and from the ship. We had an incredible time and would certainly recommend Sail Croatia and the amazing staff on the Mali Luka.
- Paula Stega, 16/05/2025 07:25, Travelled with Friend/s
Great crew Great boat Great country
- Kevin, 15/05/2025 13:24, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew, guides & boat were fabulous. The pictureques coastline & islands we visitied were asolutely amazing. A fun & engaging time was had with fellow travellers who were from Australia, Canada & USA. The onboard catering was excellent although not sure we needed dessert after every meal. A bowl of fresh fruit would have sufficed. As an Aussie coffee lover, the machine coffee & its cost made be worth some tweaking. A barista style coffee machine would be the only improvement I could recommend on our cruise.
- Miriam, 15/05/2025 09:46, Travelled with Friend/s
A fantastic holiday around the beautiful Croatian islands with Sail Croatia. The e-bikes made the island tours relaxing and the routes were well thought out with plenty to see along the way, with our excellent guides explaining everything before, during and afterwards. Back onboard, we were well looked after by the crew and staff, who could not do enough to make the holiday extremely enjoyable.
- SB, 15/05/2025 09:44, Travelled with Friend/s
We were able to reserve your beautiful Esperanza to include all all of our friends (sold out). Best 7 days! The crew was outstanding. Service, bartenders, chef, captain and the deck hands were truly amazing!
- Rene, 14/05/2025 20:13, Travelled with Friend/s
The overall experience was outstanding! The tour leaders, Anita and Mate, engaged positively with everyone as they introduced us to beautiful Croatia. The crew of the Salve de Mare were professional, friendly, and contributed to the overall wonderful trip.
- Heather, 14/05/2025 13:28, Travelled with Friend/s
All i can say is how great the holiday was from start to finish - from the great crew - Andre,H,Sanja and the rest of the crew and how great our fellow travellers were - what a week :) have already recommended it to various friends who are booking for next year
- paul, 14/05/2025 07:28, Travelled with Friend/s
The whole crew was an attentive, fun, hardworking group, which added to the great experience. The food was beyond expectations, it was a friendly environment and the agenda and information about upcoming stops was perfect. Our group had an amazing time. Highly recommend.
- Michael, 13/05/2025 22:35, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a great experience with Sail Croatia on the Explorer Cruise on the Tempera. The crew was amazing and went above and beyond!! Dino was very organized, and his communication and suggestions for local restaurants and highlights were very helpful. Max and Milan were so personable and were always willing to help. Frankie, the captain, was great as well as the cook and kitchen support, who were also great about offering gluten-free options. And the crew, Peter and Thomas, were wonderful as well! Overall, a great experience and memories were made that will last a lifetime :) We would highly recommend this experience.
- Faith, 13/05/2025 13:09, Travelled with Friend/s
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
The whole cruise experience was amazing! Dino, Max, Milan and everyone on the crew went out of their way to make sure we all had the best time- from the itinerary, food, service, communication and the swim stops- we loved all of it. It was the best way to see a lot but relax along the way without worrying about anything, Thank you!
- Anonymous, 12/05/2025 22:15, Travelled with Friend/s
We had the best experience on Sail Croatia Tempera. The ports, the food, the swim stops were all great. Our cruise director Dino was fabulous. He gave us so much information, selected some great restaurants and kept us up to date in the group chat. Max and Milan were the best server and bartender. The crew became our new friends by the end of the week, we hated saying goodbye.
- Lisa, 12/05/2025 15:47, Travelled with Friend/s
I organized this trip 14 months ago in Feb 0f 2024 for 37 of my nearest and dearest to travel for a week on The WIne Cruise Esperanza . This exceeded all expectations !! From the boat , the crew , the food the excursions and wine tastings and of course our Cruise Manager Mia was outstanding . I can't say enough about how wonderful everything was every day . It was late April and the beauty was that it was early in the season so the weather was perfect and it was not real crowded wherever we were . All the little islands are different and have their own personality . I can't recommend this enough and think everyone should add Croatia to their list of places to visit
- Cindy, 12/05/2025 15:17, Travelled with Friend/s
Sights, e-bikes. History
- Geary, 12/05/2025 12:06, Travelled with Friend/s
This hike cruise was fabulous! Amazing ship and crew, tasty food and our hiking guides Lola and Ilona were just awesome, the hikes were stunning everyday with optional add on activities if we wanted to do them. The other guests made the cruise so sociable, I have belly laughed a lot! To be honest the whole experience was better than I could have imagined - there’s no doubt I’ll book again! Can’t wait to come back and explore Croatia more! Especially if we can have Lola and Ilona again, they really made the week special!
- Kaye, 12/05/2025 11:32, Travelled with Friend/s
The personnel are top notch. Extremely flexible and proactive. Liked how trip plan was modified to avoid bad weather. Seems guest scheduler's are careful to group similar age and fitness levels together. Crew very courteous, respectful and friendly. Considering returning for northern sail.
- Robert, 12/05/2025 08:12, Travelled with Friend/s
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 crew was the highlight of our experience, skipper Anna and host Daniel made it a memorable experience, Our swim stops and overnight stays were well thought out and made for a pleasant experience. Most of all was the friendly, professional and efficient service of the crew, Anna and Daniel went above and beyond.
- Richard, 09/05/2025 13:41, Travelled with Friend/s
It was a wonderful adventure to a region of this world I had not considered venturing to before. The ship took great care of us on board and Mia, our official cat herder, did a fantastic job of steering us through a series of wonderful excursions focused both on culture, as well as the local vineyards!
- John, 06/05/2025 19:07, Travelled with Friend/s
Anita and Tonka as well as the crew on the boat made this an incredible trip! The bike rides included a good mix of challenge as well as “Story Time” to learn about the area and sights we were seeing. I really appreciated their mix of humor and kindness on the trip. These two ladies truly made this a memorable experience. I’d highly recommend this trip. For those worried about the biking aspect, the e-bikes are a great option.
- Eric, 06/05/2025 12:54, Travelled with Friend/s
The Captain, Crew and Cruise manager were fantastic.
- Mike, 06/05/2025 05:30, Travelled with Friend/s
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