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
My husband & I had the best time on this cruise for our honeymoon. The room we had was great, the staff were amazing & it was just such a relaxing time. We loved every minute of it- highly recommend!
- Nial, 19/05/2025 17:14, 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
The guides were amazing. The lead Marin was so knowledgeable . Ivan was excellent at keeping the group together and organizing on shore reservations and suggestion for meals. The food was great and the servers Polite and accommodating Highly recommend this cruise
- Paul, 19/05/2025 17:04, Travelled in a Couple
Excellent crew (especially the kitchen staff) good crew and very good tour guides. lots of fun and met some great people.
- Aaron , 19/05/2025 16:43, 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
The ship was beautiful, very well maintained and safe. Ante is an accomplished captain, very proud of his family’s ship and had us on the edge of our seats as we learned its history. He anchored up 3 times en route to let us jump in for a refreshing and relaxing swim. Our guides were awesome! Tonka and Lucija lead us all week, were fun and very knowledgeable, and kept us informed and organized. Their ‘stories’ of the islands and Croatian history were captivating! The group chat info was timely and a nice momento. Our crew were always prepared and ready to take care of us with cold drinks, hot coffee, meals, and wonderful friendly attitudes. Benjamin and Damir are a great team! And a special thanks to George, our chef. How he prepared what he did in his galley is a marvel to all! A yummy breakfast each morning and a three course meal for lunch were highlights for sure. We were powered up daily and ready to ride! My high expectations were exceeded! Do this trip - - go for it!
- Thom, 19/05/2025 16:35, 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
The intimate experience of a small ship was even better than we expected. You get to know the passengers and crew but also have time to spend on your own. The smaller ship allows for entry into smaller ports that you wouldn't get to experience on a large cruise line. Everything was great, from the cabin to the food, the swim stops, would honestly not have changed a thing. If you ever get the chance, I would highly recommend that everyone enjoy the Sail Croatia experience at least once!
- Rob and Carla Moorehead, 19/05/2025 14:01, Travelled with Family
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
Guides, ship's crew
- George, 19/05/2025 13:43, Travelled in a Couple
Such a great trip to do as a couple/friends/ family. The perfect mix of activities and relaxation
- Anonymous, 19/05/2025 12:02, Travelled in a Couple
I enjoyed the entire trip!
- Don, 19/05/2025 11:15, Travelled with Friend/s
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
So many great things. Crew- friendly, accommodating and fun Bike Trips - spectacularly beautiful, well planned and challenging. Ship- classy, comfortable cabins with lots of space and extremely well maintained. Food- 10/10. Everyday the kitchen went out of its way to create something delicious We both thought it would be a wonderful adventure but we were wrong it was spectacular. Croatia is a natural beauty and her people are simply wonderful. Thank you Sail Croatia for making this one of our trips of a lifetime. Cheers from Canada. Tony & Jan
- Tony, 19/05/2025 09:38, 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
A great way to see so much of the islands and ports at a leisurely pace. A wonderful blend of activity, moderate exercise, (if on an e-bike!), and relaxation. Plenty of opportunity to explore places on your own and enjoy dining at local restaurants. Ship’s crew and tour guides were very professional, friendly and really helped maximise the whole experience. The ship’s cabins are compact so don’t bring too much stuff. Everything on board was clean and well maintained with really good food. The crew and guides take great pride in the ship and country. Can’t wait to do another trip.
- Michael Hughes, 19/05/2025 07:20, Travelled in a Couple
Our guides, Dora, Josip and “J” were outstanding. They were accommodating, gracious, fun and worked very hard to be sure all passengers were safe and had a good time. The excursions were well planned and they always built in extra time for us to do what we want.
- Joe, 19/05/2025 06:25, Travelled in a Couple
The views from the ship and cabin were incredible as were the crew and people aboard!!! We sailed during the day for a few hours at a slow pace allowing us to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. At night, we were able to explore each of the ports on our own or join in group dinners or activities. It was the perfect mix. Can't wait to go on next cruise with Sail Croatia.
- Mary Smith, 19/05/2025 05:57, Travelled in a Couple
Excellent guides, wonderful food, terrific service and friendly engagement!
- Dennis, 19/05/2025 05:33, Travelled with Friend/s
We appreciated the way the entire trip was organized. The days flowed smoothly. Great communication. The boat was immaculately clean. Enjoyed the variety of activities. Staff was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable.
- Carrie, 19/05/2025 05:25, Travelled in a Couple
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 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
My wife and I didn't know what to expect, but the experience was first class. The tour guides - Anita and Mate, were fantastic and made for a great trip, as did the rest of the crew. Would certainly go with Sail Croatia again.
- Nic, 19/05/2025 00:30, Travelled in a Couple
Many aspects: Being early in season we had it all to ourselves. Our small group of 14 made it very fun and social. The boat was clean and well maintained and the crew knew their business. Breakfasts and lunches were good in fact overtop. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. Our hiking guides were gracious and knowledgeable. Everything was smooth and organized. My only issue was WiFi/internet access wa spotty at best.
- David, 18/05/2025 13:07, Travelled in a Couple
The crew our tour representative Vicko the personal touch. We only had 16 guests on our boat. The food was 👏 amazing. I loved all the islands and villages we visited. Vicko recommended certain trips and each one was a great experience. Vicko energy and knowledge and enthusiasm was brilliant. I have been recommending sail Croatia to all my friends and family. It was a truly memorable 40th anniversary trip. We will most definitely sail with sail Croatia again. Do more islands. Wish I was back on board now. We also made new friends who since we left have been messaging which is lovely. This is because it was a small intimate group and vicko encouraged mixing together at breakfast and lunch. I loved when we all hired bikes and cycled together around the national park. Well done to our captain the crew and our amazing tour guide Vicko. I hope to meet you all again. Thank you sail Croatia your service is excellent.
- Christina , 18/05/2025 08:03, Travelled in a Couple
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
I was initially undecided about doing a group sailing trip, but am very glad I did. Klara and the Almissa team did a fantastic job making sure we were looked after, fed, and entertained. The Stari Grad wine tasting and morning swim stops were the highlights. Klara went out of her way to ensure we knew exactly what was happening when, and you never felt it was a nuisance asking for help. There was a good mix of ages and mostly Australians, Kiwis & Americans in the group. Would recommend.
- Katie, 17/05/2025 09:37, Travelled Solo
We had a great time with the Sail Croatian Wine cruise. Vicko was tremendous!
- Tommy, 17/05/2025 00:13, 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
- Anonymous, 16/05/2025 17:18, Travelled with Family
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
It was great to be part of a small group of travellers who all had similar interests and spoke English as our first language. I like how breakfast and lunch were provided. The food was well prepared and fresh. It was also nice to have the bar option. The room was a good size and the daily room cleaning service was appreciated. It would have been nice to have a laundry service. Another trip we recently took offered one small load of laundry for the week. I also appreciated the swimming stops. I noticed the other boats around us had snorkels and fins and SUP boards. That would have been great too. Inflatable SUP boards don’t take up any room. Overall a great experience.
- Tim, 16/05/2025 06:00, Travelled in a Couple
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
The staff were top notch, accommodations very comfortable and I want to give a special shoutout to Mate our hiking guide and Anita our tour guide. They truly were a team and did an excellent job of keeping us informed with daily briefings covering our hike for the day and historic things to see and places to have dinner. The great friends we met will not be forgotten!! Thank you all!
- Monica, 15/05/2025 19:58, 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
First was the team supporting us. Sonja and Hrvoje did a great job leading (and following) the bike ride. They provided a nice route and lots of information about each island. Plus good suggestions for where to get dinner and explore. Andrea made each meal a real pleasure. His attention to our needs was top notch. He and our cook provide food that tastes great, was got and freshly served. Our crew was friendly, curtious and always helpful. They worked so hard and made our ship clean and beautiful. Finally, the captain shows us amazing skill as he parked the so or took of for our next destination. A true master! Sail Croatia is a fantastic your organization and everything from our state rooms to our food to our last day party provided memories to be charged. I highly recommend you sail with them on your next Adriatic vacation.
- Rudy, 15/05/2025 16:25, Travelled in a Couple
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 had a lovely friendly welcome aboard the ship Afrodita from Sanja and Hrvoje who were super guides throughout our visit. Both guides were very knowledgeable and had plenty stories to tell on our journey. Andre, our on board host, what can I say...he was superb. Andre was attentive and always ready to serve and help, nothing ever appeared to be too much trouble. He interacted with the guests in a friendly yet professional manner. He quickly learned all the guests names and greeted and acknowledged us each time we met which made us feel more like friends than guests. Our chef always made delicious food and was very creative when it came to my vegetarian dishes. The other crew members, Christiana, Ivan, and Randy worked industriously and tirelessly to ensure our comfort and safety. My husband and I had a wonderful balance of activity and relaxation in beautiful surroundings. I would definitely recommend this trip to friends and family (and strangers if they will listen)
- Debby, 15/05/2025 09:33, Travelled in a Couple
Our guide Ivica and Martin were exceptional! Ivica went out of his way to ensure everyone on board had a great experience at all times. He set up an extra bus tour in Dubrovnik and also got up early in the morning to accompany two passengers to the ferry and to ensure they got to were they needed to go! Martin, for his first trip was also great. He told several stories and shared many facts about the history of Croatia. Both men made the trip fantastic. The entire crew aboard the Mali Ante made each and every one of feel at home. The food was great and the two chefs were amazing!
- James, 14/05/2025 22:02, Travelled in a Couple