We enjoyed our daily cycling trips on e-bikes on the major islands from Split to Dubrovnik. Miranda, Matilda and Lola took good care of our group while cycling and provided good info about each location. Any equipment issues were handled promptly. The water was a spectacular shade of blue but a little cold in mid May for swimming. We sailed on Dionis and appreciated the hard working crew and spacious cabin.
- Ed, 20/05/2025 06:45, Travelled in a Couple
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
Delightful week long trip on the Salve di Mare. Vicko was our tour manager and had great recommendations. The accommodations were very clean and well maintained. Would definitely recommend!
- Nicole, 19/05/2025 22:11, Travelled with Family
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,
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
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
We enjoyed our Split to Dubrovnik cruise; a great itinerary with lovely ports of call. The crew on board were exceptional - Max and Milan especially were so friendly and attentive - they really made us feel welcome. The cruise director, Dino, worked hard to help us with port stops and excursions. Overall, a great trip but there are definitely a few things that could be done to improve the experience: for instance, tea and coffee should be available throughout the day - we had to pay 3.50 euros for each cup of tea, and the trip excursions were very expensive eg we paid 60 euros each for the Vis tour which had 8 of us crammed into a closed landrover and those in the back unable to see anything out of the window or hear anything the driver said. The food on board ship was very carbohydrate heavy - very few veggies eg menu on day 2 was: starter = pasta, main course = rice and bit of meat, dessert = semolina type pudding. I was craving some fruit and veg! Overall a good experience though.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2025 17:27, Travelled with Friend/s
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
Service
- Jacob, 19/05/2025 15:48, Travelled with Friend/s
One of the best trips we've ever been on. The crew and guides were the best. Marin and Ivan took care of all of our needs and kept us safe, while showing us their beautiful country. Great bike tours, great food and everyone was so friendly. Only 16 cabins. So a great size to get to know everyone. The islands and tour routes were breathtaking. The combination of regular bikes and e-bikes made it enjoyable for everyone. There are hills. Unless you are a very strong cyclist, do your self a favour and arrange an e-bike. I couldnt give a higher review. It was perfection.
- Paul, 19/05/2025 15:16,
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 13:44,
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
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
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
The crew on the boat. The incredible views on the bike rides. The people we met on the boat.
- Seth, 19/05/2025 09:04,
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
Good organization. Bikes in good shape. Clean cabin.
- Anonymous, 19/05/2025 06:03, 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
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,
The knowledge of the crew was amazing and was a lot fun to be around.
- Yash, 19/05/2025 05:49, 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
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,
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