Croatia Bike & Sail

21 speed hybrid bike rental with pannier (mountain bike option available on select departures running parallel with standard itinerary, distances vary; 8-speed electric bikes available on most trips, limited supplies; - supplements apply). The guides will carry bike locks for the group when cycling, or individual locks can be provided on request if you decide to bike alone (limited supply).

Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide

7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners - the cook on board is a member of the crew. The meals begin with dinner on day 1 and ends with breakfast on day 8. *Note that the included lunches and dinners are not clearly labelled on the daily itinerary as they depend on sailing conditions on the day and from time to time we may substitute one of the lunches for a dinner or vice versa, your tour guide will inform you locally when these will be included.

vegetarian, vegan, kosher, meat

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 can be matched with another passenger or request a single cabin (extra cost). The cabins are configured with a combination of double beds or two lower beds. Excellent discounts apply to a third person sharing a triple cabin, configured with a single bunk bed above. Note that the lower deck cabins by their very nature will be marginally noisier and less ventilated due to their proximity to the engine and working part of the boat.

Bed linen and towels

Information pack including overview maps per cabin

BIKES

During the trip you will be provided with a reliable, low maintenance, aluminum frame bike (women and men) in the suitable size (according to your height, provided at time of booking). Our hybrid bikes are equipped with 28 inch hollow chamber rims with puncture- proof touring tires, high-quality derailleur gears and break systems, a carrier and a sturdy bike stand, touring saddle as well as mudguards and a pannier rack. All components provide the rider with an uncompromised cycle experience. Please be aware that these rental bikes are only available forparticipants that are taller than 1.50 m.

E-Bikes

A limited number of E-Bikes are available on board. These must be prebooked. If you have booked an E-Bike you will receive a high-quality pedelec, powered mainly by a Bosch motor capable of covering long distances, and characterized by their light weight and great components. Alternative drive systems may also be used. Standard components of our e-bikes in varying frame sizes include, 28 inch hollow chamber rims with puncture-proof touring tires, high-quality derailleur gears and break systems, a carrier and a sturdy bike stand, touring saddle as well as mudguards and a pannier rack. With our e-bikes you will conquer the hills with a smile, they are a true declaration of independence for all who wish to cycle and seek the support of a little push. We offer a trapeze frame for all guests up to 179 cm, and a diamond frame for people 180 cm+.

Our rental bikes are equipped with flat pedals. Should you not want to be without your own click pedals (or own saddle – without the seat post), please bring them with you and let your tour guide attach them to your rental bike.

BRINGING YOUR OWN BIKE

We actively discourage you from bringing your own bicycles because the transport from your hometown to Croatia by airplane is both costly and risky. The bicycles often get damaged during the transport and transfer taxis are often unwilling to transport bicycle boxes. In addition to the above mentioned it is very difficult to store the boxes on the boat during the week. If you still want to bring your own bicycle, please keep in mind that a bicycle with a gearshift (at least 21 gears) in a sound technical condition is required for this tour because the area is mostly hilly to mountainous. If you decide to bring your own bicycle you should double-check the condition of your brakes, tires and chains before the trip and put together an appropriate repair kit with spare parts (such as an extra tire tube). Exclusion of liability: Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH cannot be held liable for any damage that might be caused to your bicycle/e-bike during loading, unloading or transfer.

Weight Limit of bikes brought on board

Please be aware, that we have a weight limit of 22 kg (48.5 lb), if you bring your own bicycle on board one of our boats.

Personal e-bikes are not allowed on board due to insurance regulations.

BICYCLE INSURANCE

We are offering a bicycle insurance against theft and damage for our Islandhopping bicycles (not insured: grossly negligent damages). Bike Insurance should be prebooked and on arrival paid in cash locally. EUR10 per person for hybrid bike, EUR20 per person for electric bike. Please note that normal travel insurance often does not cover loss or damage to rental bikes. If you do not take out bike insurance you will need to pay for the cost of the bike or repair of damages.

Kindly take care of your rental bicycle/bike. Park it at safe places - not next to the sea to keep it away from salt water. Please keep in mind that you are responsible to compensate for any damage caused.

PANNIERS

For the duration of the tour we supply you with a waterproof pannier by Ortlieb, a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc. The use of our Islandhopping panniers is free of charge. To ensure that bike panniers remain water proof they have to be closed tight. Although panniers are manufactured from waterproof material Radurlaub Zeitreisen GmbH cannot be held liable for any damage that might be caused to any personal belongings like mobile phones, cameras etc. The use of rucksacks (except for hydration packs) is in our opinion less practical than handlebar bags or panniers. The later are more easily accessible. If necessary we supply you with a waterproof pannier by Ortlieb a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc.

HELMETS

On all bicycle tours it is mandatory to wear a helmet. In order to guarantee optimum protection we request that you bring your own well fitted helmet and - for your own safety - wear it on all bike tours. Bike helmets can be provided free of charge if reserved prior to arrival (limited amount). Note: helmets are mandatory in Croatia for children up to age 16.

Cycle Clothes Advice

You do not really need a special sports outfit for our cycle tours. Normal recreation clothes are quite sufficient. However, for our cycling tours most of our guests prefer wearing special cycling clothes made of synthetics that do not absorb but wick away sweat. Thus the clothes always feel dry which prevents the body from cooling off too quickly. Bicycle jerseys are usually cut longer in the back so that the bent-over rump is covered completely. They should be made of high-quality material closely lag the body and not flutter when riding at high speed. Wearing padded cycling pants prevents pressure discomfort and soreness. The cut of the crotch of men’s and women’s cycling pants differs considerably. Well-fitting cycling pants should be elastic, have an elastic waistband and should never pinch or constrict at the top and at the crotch or the legs. Paying attention to good quality, the right material, a good fit and sufficient freedom of movement assure that your cycling apparel - and with it cycling itself - will remain a long-lasting pleasure. Cycling apparel can be purchased at any cycling store where you can try on the clothes on the spot. You can also order from suppliers on the internet.

Helmet Advice

When buying a bicycle helmet we recommend getting advice at a specialist store since finding the optimum helmet depends on quite a number of things. Avoid at all cost buying a helmet because of its looks; the main criteria should be a perfect fit.

Gloves

Cycling gloves offer good protection against injuries (mainly abrasions). They improve your grip control and also help to avoid numbness in your hands which happens frequently on long tours. Like the helmets they are sold by numerous suppliers. When buying cycling gloves for the first time you should get advice at a specialist shop because cycling gloves should have optimum fit too and be suited to the intended purpose.

Handlebar bag

Bags attaching to the handlebars are a very useful accessory because they allow easy and direct access to important items such as camera or raingear. Handlebar bags are available from many suppliers in different sizes and with various attachment systems. The well-tried Klick-Fix principle is the most common. A good handlebar bag should definitely be water-proof and have a solid, easy to use attachment mechanism. It should never be too large since heavy handlebar bags influence the steering behaviour of the bike. A transparent map compartment at the top is very useful. Should you bring a handlebar bag with you, please keep in mind that our bicycles do not have a Klick-Fix attachment, so you need to bring the necessary adapters.