Conquer Croatia's coastlines and islands of the Adriatic

Enjoy cycling through the area of Split and the islands of Šolta, Brač, and Hvar! You will be accommodated in Split all week, so you may enjoy strolls along the long, palm-fringed waterfront and participate in local lifestyles every evening! Be sure to check out the local bars and konoba (taverns)!

Split is one of the oldest Roman towns in the Adriatic, and it was once used as Emperor Diocletian’s luxury retreat in 3rd century AD. Over time, though, Split became the vivid town it is today, inviting you to explore its natural beauties, sights, and vibrant nightlife!

Each day, you can choose between easy coastal rides or climbs up to 700 m with distances from 6-50 miles (10-80 km). On every tour, you’ll learn about the Greek, Roman, and Venetian ties to Croatian culture, and you’ll have the chance to try delicious olive oils, wines, and Mediterranean cuisine– considered to be one of the healthiest in the world.

Brač is the highest island in the Adriatic sea, and Croatia’s third largest island! This island is recognized for fishing, vine and olive agriculture, and its precious limestone that was used to build Diocletian’s Palace in Split and the White House in Washington DC!

Along tranquil roads on Šolta, you’ll feel like you stepped back into a time of simple, traditional life. On the island of Hvar, discover the ancient villages and quiet coastal roads, the UNESCO world heritage site of Stari Grad, and pedal along fragrant lavender fields to Hvar town.

We highly suggest traveling in spring (the end of March till end of June) or fall (September till the end of November) for serious biking (daily distance of 50km or more). If biking is not the only reason for choosing this tour, the swimming season usually starts later in May and can last until the middle of October. Even in the high season months of July and August, you will be able to find your own little private beach on the islands you will be visiting and quiet roads for cycling. However, due to the heat you might want to schedule your bike rides early in the morning or later in the afternoon.

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Highlights

• Split
• UNESCO SITES: Stari Grad plain on Hvar
• Island Hvar: lavender road, Stari Grad plain, Hvar town
• Island Šolta: simple, traditional life
• Island Brač: inland villages and stone carvings of Brac

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Daily program

Day 1: Split (optional 12 miles/20km up to 50 miles/80km)
Welcome to the ancient Mediterranean town of Split! Depending on your arrival, we will meet at your hotel, fit your bike, and provide a briefing about your cycling holiday.

In Split, you will cycle along the scenic Marjan Hill, the main recreational area for the citizens of Split, with the option to extend your ride along the coast to a nearby village. For those seeking a challenge, a longer 80 km loop ride is also available.

In the evening, take time to explore the 1,700-year-old Palace of Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the Peristyle, Diocletian's Mausoleum, Romanesque houses, the bustling ancient fish market, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of everyday life. Split, located in the heart of the Croatian coast, is the administrative and cultural center of the Dalmatian region.

Overnight in Split.

Day 2: Ancient inland towns of Brač (22 miles/36km, up to 48 miles/80km)
After a leisurely ferry cruise, you will arrive at Brač, the largest of the central Dalmatian islands and the third largest in the Adriatic. The island is steeped in history, with sites dating back to Ancient Greece and the Middle Ages.

Enjoy a relaxed ride through charming coastal towns and villages, or challenge yourself with a climb to the inland settlements, which are older and rich in cultural and historical monuments, offering far more architectural interest than those along the coast. Beyond the cycling, Brač is renowned for its stone sculptures and quarries, the same stone used in the construction of the White House in Washington, D.C., and Diocletian’s Palace in Split.

Optional visits include an art gallery, the island museum, the Olive Oil Museum, and one of the last remaining stone-carving schools in Europe. In the late afternoon or evening, return to Split by ferry.

Overnight in Split.

Day 3: Island Šolta (25 miles/40km)
Today you will discover and bike around the island of Šolta—so close to Split, yet still untouched by modern urbanization. Cycling here feels like stepping back in time, with quiet, picturesque roads winding through villages, olive groves, and vineyards.

Experience the traditional way of life on the island’s small farms and enjoy the serene beauty of hidden coves and bays. You may choose your biking distance today, whether along the scenic road with sweeping views toward Split and the mainland or the southern road overlooking the endless Adriatic horizon.

Overnight in Split.

Day 4: Island of Hvar (17 miles/27km, up to 56 miles/90km)
On your final day of cycling, you’ll explore the island of Hvar, renowned for its lavender fields, olive groves, and vineyards. Ride along the mostly flat, scenic road on the north side of the island, passing through the charming towns of Jelsa and Vrboska before reaching Stari Grad (Greek: Pharos, meaning Old Town), one of the oldest settlements in Europe, founded by the ancient Greeks.

For a more challenging ride, tackle the uphill route past rosemary and lavender fields and ancient Greek walls, rewarded with breathtaking views from the island’s highest points before a thrilling downhill ride into the town of Hvar. Celebrate your last ride with a drink on the historic piazza, surrounded by the 7th-century fortification walls, the Venetian loggia, and the oldest municipal theatre in Europe.

Overnight in Split.

Day 5: Departure
Today after the breakfast your tour ends. Depending on your flight and onward travel you might want to have the final espresso at the main promenade in Split, in the palm tree shade overlooking the busy port.

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Dates & Prices

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