Croatia Family Adventure
8 Days Starting and ending in Trogir
Visiting: Croatia
Tour Overview
Explore the stunning islands and coastline of southern Dalmatia on board a charming boat, with overnights in scenic ports and quiet bays. Each day brings a new island to discover either by bike or on foot or even by raft. There is also the option to remain on board, relax and take a swim or wander the streets of historic harbour towns. In the company of your guide and crew the activities are specifically geared towards the whole family ensuring that the experience is both informative and interactive with the right amount of walking or cycling. Through stories and legends the guide will help to bring to life the country’s cultural and natural treasures whilst also touching on Croatia’s eventful history.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Board The Boat At Trogir Near Split, Short Cruise To The Island Of Vis
Meals Included: D
Individual arrival by car to Trogir or by plane to Split airport, which is about 5km / 3mi away from the boarding harbour of Trogir. A taxi transfer can be booked on request for an additional cost from Split airport or hotel to the boat in Trogir. After check in on board the boat from 2:30pm, the first short cruise starts at about 3:00pm from Trogir to the island of Vis. On the way you can enjoy your first refreshing swim from the boat. Overnight on the island of of Vis.
Day 2 : Cycle And Swim On Vis Island (10Km/6Mi)
Meals Included: B, D
In the morning there's an adventurous bike tour which takes us past the old military tunnels which crisscross the island, on our way to the fortress of St George which played a significant role in the seafaring history of the island. Once back at the boat we cruise towards the island of Hvar and find a beautiful bay to anchor in for a long swimming break and for a peaceful night under the stars.
Day 3 : Explore Hvar Island
Meals Included: B, L
This morning we cross to Hvar Island, with its capital Hvar town. On arrival we'll take a city tour across the large Renaissance Square which is surrounded by the cathedral and many late Gothic palaces. We'll hike to the Spanish fortress that towers above the town, from where there is a fabulous view of the town and the surrounding islands. With lunch on board, we cast off from Hvar and anchor in the Pakleni Islands for a lengthy swim stop. In the afternoon we lift the anchor and cruise to the city of Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, where we will spend the night.
Day 4 : Swim And Cycle On Brac And Hvar Islands (13Km/8Mi Or 25Km/15Mi)
Meals Included: B, L, D
In the morning we cruise to the famous ‘Golden Horn’ Beach in Bol on the island of Brac, where we moor for the morning. Here you can choose between a variety of activities both in the water and on land (not included in the tour price), or just enjoy swimming and chilling on deck. During lunch on board, we cruise to the town of Jelsa on the island of Hvar where we'll take a bike tour along the beautiful seafront promenade through Vrboska, past the UNESCO Stari Grad Plains. Decide for yourself if you wish to do a longer or shorter version of the cycle tour. Enjoy the evening on board with a captains dinner and celebrate a successful day!
Day 5 : Walk On Brac Island (1.5Hr)
Meals Included: B
The morning is spent on board enjoying a longer cruise to Lovrecina Bay on the island of Brac. On arrival, big and small guests are invited to a game of beach Olympics. In the afternoon a 1.5 hour hike along the coast brings us to Postira. Here the sunset can be enjoyed at one of the many cafes or bars.
Day 6 : Cruise To Split, Optional Rafting Cetina Canyon Or Cycle Through Marjan Forrest Park
Meals Included: B
During breakfast the boat brings us to Split, where we have the choice to either to take a bus transfer to go rafting through the Cetina Canyon (not included in the tour price) or to explore the wonderful Marjan forrest Park in Split on foot along with an extended visit to the beach for a swim and games at the beach. In the afternoon we can explore the bustling city of Split. We enjoy an exciting tour through the UNESCO World Heritage old town, built adjoining the walls of the Diocletian Palace. The night is spent in Split.
Day 7 : Cycle On Solta Island To Goran For Beekeeper Talk, Cruise To Trogir (8Km/5Mi)
Meals Included: B, L, D
In the first half of the day we will cycle to Goran, a local beekeeper, to participate in an interactive workshop on bees, their purpose, products and the life of a beekeeper. Goran is an expert in capturing the fascination of young and old with his enthusiasm for the bees he keeps. We return to Rogac where the boat awaits. Lunch will be served on board during our last crossing of the week, as we return to Trogir. Along the way the anchor is dropped for an enjoyable dip in the sea directly from the boat. In the afternoon we'll walk through Trogir's UNESCO protected old town. Traditionally, the last evening is spent cheerfully with guests, crew and guides.
Day 8 : Trip Concludes In Trogir
Meals Included: B
Disembark after breakfast around 9am and individual departure, or a taxi transfer can be booked (on request for an additional cost) from the boat to Split airport or hotel.
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 nights boat -
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners (does not include drinks)* - the cook on board is a member of the crew. The meals begin with dinner on day 1 and end with breakfast on day 8. Some lunches may be picnics. *Note that the included lunches and dinners are n
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7 nights accommodation in a twin cabin below deck with ensuite facilities on board a premium boat (supplement applies for above deck or single cabin). If you are travelling by yourself you will be matched with another passenger. The compact cabins are con
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Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide
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21 speed hybrid bike rental with pannier (children's bikes available for a minimum height 120cm, trailer bicycles and children's bike seats on request for a supplement - limited supplies, 8-speed electric bikes available on most trips for a supplement - l
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Bed linen and towels
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Guided cycling or walking tours on the different islands
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Information pack including overview maps per cabin
What's Not Included
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Taxi transfer from the airport or your hotel to the ship (allow approx EUR20) - or reservation on request for an additional cost on embarkation and disembarkation days only, please ask our office for details
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Travel to and from Split (Trogir)
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Drinks on board and meals not included
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Upgrade to a cabin on deck or single cabin - supplement applies, please ask our office for details
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Entrance fees to museums and churches
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Water flat rate EUR25pp (adult) or EUR15pp (child up to 16) to be paid to the captain
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Optional Cetina rafting - booked and paid locally.
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Tips for the guide and crew (see pre departure information provided on booking)
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Travel insurance - mandatory *cruise cover may be required - check with your insurer
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Items of a personal nature
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Helmets - mandatory on all bike tours, you are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential), however we cannot guarantee their suitability and only adult sizes are avail
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Optional Bicycle insurance - can be booked on arrival and paid in cash locally. EUR10 per person for hybrid bike/children's seat/trailer bike, EUR20 per person for electric bike. Please note that normal travel insurance often does not cover loss or damage
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Transfers by bus or taxi during the trip - can be arranged for an additional local cost
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Secure parking space in Trogir - reservation essential, paid in cash locally to the tour guide. EUR30/week for a car up to 6m in length, EUR50/week for a car longer than 6m.
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Flat rate for bottled water and tourist taxes 60 euro per person for children up to age 16 30 euros (to be paid to the captain)
Grading
TRIP GRADING - INTRODUCTORY (1)
This tour is suitable for families and does not require any special physical fitness. The walks and cycles run along good routes, some of which are asphalted, and are not very demanding. If some activities require more physical fitness the guide will point this out beforehand. Helmet use is mandatory on all bike rides and you are strongly encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet.
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