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ROAD - Croatia
Grade: B
RIDE PROFILE Av. daily distance: 45km (28 miles) No. of days cycling: 5 Vehicle support: 100% Terrain and route: 90% tarmac (may be pot-holed), 10% gravel road. Route is a good mix of flat riding and steady hills and is mainly on quiet roads. TRIP DETAILS Group: min. 1, max. 16, plus leader and local guides. Accommodation: 7 nights hotels. Food: all breakfasts included.
Cycling the Dalmatian Coast
Secluded beaches, wonderful old towns, tranquil islands and the walled city of Dubrovnik
ith 1778km of coastline and 1185 offshore islands, the Dalmatian Coast is one of the true wonders of Europe. Said to have the clearest waters in the Mediterranean, and undoubtedly packed with historic and cultural interest, cycling through its islands is a unique experience. From our arrival in Split almost until we reach Dubrovnik, our journey takes place on the long and beautiful islands of Hvar and Korcula, travelling by bike and ferry. The scenery alternates between seaside villages, tiny mediaeval walled towns and lovely quiet pebble bays, set against a backdrop of pine forests and mountains. Our final leg takes us to the red roofs of Dubrovnik, the proud port city that once rivalled Venice in wealth and influence. We have two nights here to soak up the atmosphere of this uniquely preserved destination.
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Day 1 Fly to Split; transfer by ferry to pretty port town of Jelsa on island of Hvar. 2 Circular ride exploring lovely island of Hvar, including Hvar town with its exquisite Venetian architecture. 3 Ride east along narrow part of island with views of both coasts, heading to port of Sucuraj; ferry via mainland to Korcula, our base for next three nights. 4 Scenic ride on forested island of Korcula, from Vela Luka to Korcula Town.
Dubrovnik harbour
8 DAYS
5 Free day in Korcula for relaxation. Optional visit (with bikes) to picturesque island of Mljet. 6 Ride through the vineyards of Peljesac Peninsula towards the mainland. Continue to Dubrovnik by bus. 7 Full free day in Dubrovnik to explore this beautifullypreserved walled city. 8 Fly to London.
Trip code MVJ " 8 days Sun to Sun Trip Code 2008 MVJ819 MVJ821 MVJ823 MVJ825 MVJ836 MVJ837 MVJ838 MVJ840
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Start 11 May 25 May 08 Jun 22 Jun 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 05 Oct
End 18 May 01 Jun 15 Jun 29 Jun 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 12 Oct
Flight Land inc. only 859 649 859 649 899 649 899 729 929 729 899 729 899 729 859 649
No Local Payment All departures guaranteed ¤ Prices are £ sterling per person ¤ Recommended carbon offset £4 ¤ Optional single supplement £105 ¤ Land only start Jelsa day 1, end Dubrovnik day 8 ¤ Insurance £26
BIKE HIRE
Croatia: Author mountain bikes with front suspension £60, paid on booking From UK: £95, paid on booking
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