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CROATIA CYCLE TOUR

12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS Zagreb to Dubrovnik

We specialize in wonderful fully supported cycling vacations for cyclists of all levels. Our tours highlight the stunning scenery, cultural highlights and fabulous accommodation and hospitality of the country. All tours are great value and are the easiest way to have a relaxed cycle vacation in Croatia. Our knowledgeable, friendly local guides take pride in introducing you to the geography, history and culture of their country, while you cycle as little or as much as you want. Experience Croatia’s Istria, the Dalmatian Coast and Islands: There is spectacular and varied scenery: small medieval towns and bustling modern cities; beautiful natural parks, farms and abundant vineyards.

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MEETING DAY / Day One: Zagreb to Kastav (Opatija) Cycle Lokve to Kastav Ride 48km / 30 mi, 3600ft The Croatia cycling tour starts at Zagreb Airport where you will be met by our driver and van and transferred to Lokve (1.5 hrs). Before you start cycling your tour leader will hold a trip orientation meeting that will include tips on safe cycling and an overview of the route. We will then fit you to your Pedaltours’ bike, or assist you to unpack your own, followed by a short ride to familiarise you with your bike. After lunch we will start our ride toward Kastav, our destination for today. The town of Kastav and its surroundings are synonymous with rich history, geographic diversity, interesting architecture and a unique tourist centre. Opatija is the Croatian Monte Carlo. It has the longest tradition of tourism of anywhere in Croatia. Meals: L, D Lodging: Boutique Hotel Kukuriku Trg Lokvina 3, 51215 Kastav Ph: +385 51 691 519 www.kukuriku.hr Facilities: Restaurant, laundry, wifi

Day Two: Kastav to Motovun Ride 70km / 44mi, 4270ft After breakfast we leave Kastav and cycle to Vodice with a 10km climb to warm up your legs. We continue downhill towards Buzet also called “Truffles city”. Cycling through the Istrian Peninsula with beautiful views of undulating terrain we head to our final destination, passing through the Motovun forest or “Truffles Forest” to reach the town of Motovun. After lunch at Hotel Kastel the van will transport you back to Hotel Kukuriku to relax before we head out to dinner at a restaurant in Opatija. Hotel Kastel is set in a 17th Century hilltop palace inside an ancient walled square in the medieval town of Motovun. Situated on a hilltop 270meters (886 feet) above sea level, it was taken over by Venice in 1278 AD and surrounded by solid walls, which are still intact today. The walls provide a walkway with unique views over the four corners of Istria. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Boutique Hotel Kukuriku

http://www.kukuriku.hr/


Day Three: Kastav to Rab (via Krk) (127km including Ferry)

Ride 96km, 1352m / 60mi, 4435ft From Kastav we head South to start cycling on the Island of Krk, considered one of the best biking experiences in Croatia. You will pass through hills and valleys of Croatia’s largest island, on trails through authentic Mediterranean olive groves, vineyards and stunning vegetation. We arrive late in the afternoon at Valbiska Port to take the Ferry to Rab Island and our accommodation for the night. It’s a popular tourists destination due to its beautiful nature, beaches, and heritage. The cultural and historical highlight of the island is the enchanting Rab Township, featuring four elegant bell towers rising from the ancient stone streets. You will be immersed in history as you wander through its old quarter. Meals: B, D Lodging: Valamar Grand Hotel Imperial**** M. de Dominisa 9, 51280 Rab Ph: +385 51 724 522 www.valamar.com/en/hotels-rab/imperial-grand-hotel Facilities: Restarant, bar, swimming pool, spa, wifi

Day Four: Rab to Pag (65km inc Ferry) Ride 58km, 918m / 36mi, 3011ft Ferry - Misnjak to Stinca (15min) Ferry - Prizna to Zigljen (15min)

Today’s activities include cycling on a variety of terrains with two ferry rides to reach our destination – the Island of Pag. From Rab Township we head South after breakfast along a gentle 10km cycle ride to Misnjak Port where we catch the ferry to the Mainland. Disembark and we are back on our bikes for a good climb to the main road where we continue cycling along the coast to Prizna where we board the ferry to Zigljen on the Island of Peg. Once we reach the island of Pag, the landscape completely changes; it looks like a moon landscape! Pag Island is well known for its Lamb, Paski Cheese and Salt Fields. The lamb is considered the best in Europe. This is due to the high concentration of salt on the Island and the sheep’s diet of grass and wild herbs adding to its special taste. Throughout its history, Pag has been connected with salt production, a traditional activity that has been practiced for more than a thousand years. it is believed salt was produced on Pag in Roman times. Meals: B, D Lodging: Hotel Belveder Veli Brig 20, 23250 Pag Ph: +385 23 612 564 www.belveder-pag.com.hr/en/en.html Facilities: Restaurant, Pool

http://www.valamar.com/en/hotels-rab/imperial-grand-hotel

http://www.belveder-pag.com.hr/en/en.html


Day Five: Pag to Zadar Ride 72km, 691m / 45mi, 2266ft

This morning, we continue cycling from the town of Pag with its moonlike landscape to the town of Zadar. This 22km stretch of road leads us to cross the bridge whereby after another 10km we head Southwest through agricultural farmland towards the village of Nin. Nin has a 3000-year-old history and is linked with the mainland by two stone bridges from the 16th century. This afternoon you will have the time to explore Zadar's cultural institutions. The Croatian Theatre House, The National Museum, The Archaeological Museum (established in 1830), The Museum of Ancient Glass and musical evenings at St. Donatus Cathedral (established 1961). Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Hotel Porto Nikole Jurišića 2, Zadar Ph: +385 23 292 300 www.hotel-porto.hr Facilities: Restaurant

Day Six: Zadar to Skradin Ride 89km, 753m / 55mi, 2510t

In the morning, we will visit the Maraska cheese factory in Zadar before starting our cycle. We will cycle along the Dalmation coastline with stunning views overlooking the Adriatic Sea. We cycle 55km along this gentle scenic route before heading north east on a gentle climb through farmland and small villages towards the town of Pirovac. From Pirovac we head south on a final 5km steep descent into Skradin. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Hotel Skradinski Burinovac 2, 22222 Skradin Ph: +385 22 771 771 www.skradinskibuk.hr Facilities: Restaurant, wifi, laundry

Landscape of island Pag

http://www.hotel-porto.hr/

http://www.skradinskibuk.hr/


Day Seven: Skradin Rest Day Skradinski buk is one of the most attractive parts of the National Park ‘’Krka’’. It is a massive, clear, natural pool with high waterfalls at one end and cascades at the other. It is the lowest of the three sets of waterfalls formed along the Krka river. In an area 400 m in length and 100 m in width there are 17 waterfalls and the total difference in height between the first and the last falls is 47.7 m. Due to the wealth and variety of geomorphological forms, vegetation, and the various effects caused by the play of light on the whirlpools, Skradinski buk is considered to be one of the most beautiful calcium carbonate waterfalls in Europe. Option: Visit to Sibenik - UNESCO Heritage site The Town of Šibenik is the oldest original Croatian town on the Croatian coast. It is mentioned for the first time in 1066 in a document written by the Croatian king Petar Kresimir IV - therefore it is often called the Town of Kresimir. Šibenik already had the status of a town in the 13th century which led to the construction of its main attraction today, the Cathedral of St. Jacob, which in 2000 was added to the UNESCO's World Heritage list. Breakfast only is included today. Meals: B Lodging: Hotel Skradinski Buk http://www.skradinskibuk.hr/


Day Eight: Skradin to Split

Ride 76km, 997m / 47mi, 3270ft We leave Skradin, crossing the river and following a moderate winding road up into the surrounding hills. We then enjoy a flat run before a long but easy climb through gently rolling countryside. Our descent takes us to the coast, past the Historic City of Trogir for a final run to the village of Kastel. For those with energy, explore the nearby historic town of Split. Known for its white stone walls, cathedral, numerous shops, bars, cafes and hotels. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Hotel Ballet School Biskupa Frane Franića 1, 21214 Kaštel Kambelovac Ph: +385 21 221 912 www.hotel-baletnaskola.com Facilities: Restaurant, bar, wifi

Day Nine: Stobrec to Gradac Ride 94km, 1164m / 58mi, 3818ft

After breakfast the van will transfer you to Stobrec for the start of the cycle section. We head towards, the southern most tourist locality of the Makarska riviera in southern Dalmatia. The cycle route follows the Dalmatian coast with views of the islands of Brac and Hvar across the water. The ride is mostly flat along the coast with today’s main climb about 35km from the start. Meals: B, L, D Lodging: Hotel Labineca*** Jadranska 2, 21330 Gradac Ph: +385 21 608 510 www.hotellabineca-adriatiq.com Facilities: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, wifi

http://www.hotel-baletnaskola.com/

http://www.hotellabineca-adriatiq.com/


Day Ten: Gradac to Mali Ston

88km including ferry, Ride 74km / 46mi, 4070ft

From Gradac you’ll be cycling to Ploce (13km) to chatch the ferry to Trpanj (1 hour). You will then continue to cycle along the Pelješac peninsula, the heart of the Croatian wine country. Cycling past the rocks, vegetation and groves of pine and cypress – evokes a sense of timelessness. On the hills above the sea, abandoned villas and gardens, stone walls and columns lie crumbling in the sun. You will pass Lemon, fig and almond trees, herbs and wildflowers which surround the villages gardens and fields with our final destination at Mali Ston. Mali Ston (which means Little Ston) is a little village and harbour situated about 1km from Ston (its larger sister village) on the Pelješac peninsula. Both towns are major gastronomic destinations, famous for the mussels and oysters that have been farmed here since Roman times. Ston is an important salt-producing town. Its economic importance to Dubrovnik led, in 1333, to the construction of a 5.5km wall, one of the longest fortifications in Europe. Meals: B, L, D Lodging Hotel Ostrea Ph: +385 20 754 555 www.ostrea.hr Facilities: Restaurant, laundry, wifi

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Day eleven: Mali Ston to Dubrovnik Ride 56km / 35mi, 2913ft

Your final cycling day follows a gentle and undulating coastal trail overlooking stunning views of the Adriatic Ocean to our final destination, the town of Dubrovnik - the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' Dubrovnik became an important Mediterranean port from the 13th century onwards. Although severely damaged by an Earthquake in 1667, Dubrovnik managed to preserve its beautiful Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque churches, monasteries, palaces and fountains. Damaged again in the 1990s by armed conflict, it is now the focus of a major restoration program coordinated by UNESCO. Meals: B, L, D Lodging Hotel Petka Obala Stjepana Radića 38, 20000 Dubrovnik Ph: + 385 20 410 500 http://www.hotelpetka.hr/en/Home.html Facilities: Restaurant, laundry, wifi

Day Twelve: Dubrovnik Depart after breakfast. We wish you safe travels and hope to see you again on another Pedaltour.

Cycle as little or as much as you wish each day, the support mini bus will always be available.

http://www.hotelpetka.hr/en/Home.html


You may like to leave the following accommodation list with family or friends: Day Date Location Accommodation Phone 1 Kastav Boutique Hotel Kukuriku 385 51 691 519 2 Kastav Boutique Hotel Kukuriku 385 51 691 519 3 Rab Valamar Grand Hotel 385 51 724 522 4 Pag Hotel Belveder 385 23 612 564 5 Zadar Hotel Porto 385 23 292 300 6 Skradin Hotel Skradinski Buk 385 22 771 771 7 Skradin Hotel Skradinski Buk 385 22 771 771 8 Split Hotel Ballet School 385 21 221 912 9 Gradac Hotel Labineca 385 21 608 510 10 Mali Ston Hotel Ostrea 385 20 754 555 11 Dubrovnik Hotel Petka 385 20 410 500 12 Depart for home

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