Croatia Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Croatia Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2026: Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct

Dalmatian Coast & Islands from Split to Dubrovnik

You can feel something exotic on the wind as soon as you set foot in this ancient land. Stone cottages by the sea. Islands rippling with lavender. And winding roads made for world-class cycling. 

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Highlights

  • Mediterranean paradise awaits on this itinerary which combines farm-to-table cuisine, stunning climbs and descents, cultural treasures and plenty of “vitamin sea”
  • Cruise from island to island on our private boat and drop anchor to swim in hidden coves
  • Bike along the crest of the towering Dinara Mountains, Split’s alpine backyard
  • Stay in the heart of vibrant Split and glittering Dubrovnik, two unforgettable gateway cities
  • Our unique accommodations include a White Lotus-worthy resort hideaway, an 1897 grande dame and more 
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Croatia

StartSplit

EndDubrovnik

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Description

From bustling Split, home to Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, set out for a biking adventure through Croatia’s hinterland • Cycle through the Dinara Mountains’ stunning karst landscape • Follow the Cetina River to seaside Omiš, a medieval pirate haven • Settle in for the night in the heart of Split’s old city, where we toast to the week ahead against a skyline of red-tiled roofs and Roman arches. 

Accommodations
Hotel Cornaro

(1 night)

Night 1

Hotel Cornaro
Split
Premiere Hotel

Conveniently located a stone’s throw from Diocletian’s Palace, this welcoming hotel offers contemporary accommodations in the heart of historic Split.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Days 2-3

Description

Hop a boat to Brač Island, renowned for its white stone • Ride past seaside villages and picturesque stone walls • Head to Hvar, a chic isle known as the sunniest place in the Adriatic • Enjoy a home-cooked meal made with vegetables fresh from a local garden • Bike amid jagged limestone cliffs and terraced rosemary and lavender fields which cling to Hvar’s steep slopes • Take the plunge in refreshing waters off quiet beaches • Unwind poolside at our ultra-modern island resort. 

Accommodations
Maslina Resort

(2 nights)

Nights 2-3

Maslina Resort
Stari Grad
Premiere Hotel

Inspired by nature and nestled amid lush native flora, this lovingly designed oasis is replete with elegant details, superb hospitality and a private beach (and beach bar!). (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Day 4

Description

Bike from one tip to the other of sleepy Korčula Island, renowned since antiquity for its deep pine forests • Sample Korčula’s signature white wines • Stroll the promenade in elegant Korčula Town, a stone-hewn masterpiece of medieval Venetian architecture. 

Accommodations

Night 4

Aminess Liburna Hotel
Korčula
*Casual Hotel

Boasting spectacular views of Korčula Town across the harbor, this hotel sits on a point that juts out into the Adriatic. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Days 5-6

Description

A morning ride on Korčula twists and turns through dells and glades full of olive trees • Pedal past luminous aquamarine-colored water with views of the mainland and its mountains just across the channel • Turrets, spires and tiled roofs pile one atop the other in Dubrovnik, dubbed the Pearl of the Adriatic • Enjoy dinner in Dubrovnik’s old town • Hear stories and hit the landmarks of this World Heritage Site during a guided walk within the magnificent city walls. 

Accommodations

Night 5

Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Premiere Hotel

Located just outside the old town gates with plentiful amenities and a history of entertaining dignitaries and celebrities. (pool) 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Night 1

Hotel Cornaro
Split

Premiere Hotel

Conveniently located a stone’s throw from Diocletian’s Palace, this welcoming hotel offers contemporary accommodations in the heart of historic Split.

Nights 2-3

Maslina Resort
Stari Grad

Premiere Hotel

Inspired by nature and nestled amid lush native flora, this lovingly designed oasis is replete with elegant details, superb hospitality and a private beach (and beach bar!). (pool, spa)

Night 4

Aminess Liburna Hotel
Korčula

*Casual Hotel

Boasting spectacular views of Korčula Town across the harbor, this hotel sits on a point that juts out into the Adriatic. (pool)

Night 5

Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Premiere Hotel

Located just outside the old town gates with plentiful amenities and a history of entertaining dignitaries and celebrities. (pool) 

From $5,799 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

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Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
  • $400 rental fee
  • Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
  • Custom upgraded wheelset
  • Best for riders with some tandem experience.

From $5,799 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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