Island Hopping KL1
8 days/7 nights
Day 1: arrive opatija (24 kms)
Check in by 13.00 and boat leaves for the island of Cres. During the 2 hour journey you have an opportunity to get to know the ship and the crew. Cres is the second largest of the Kvarner islands. Our cycle tour begins in the historic town of Cres and goes to the small village of Predoscica with its whitewashed church. Spend the night on board the ship in Cres harbour.
Day 2: CRES ISLAND & LOSINJ (56 KMS)
Cycle to the east side of the island through pine, fig and laurel trees to the picturesque village of Osor by the Vraner Sea. Meet the boat and have lunch aboard, perhaps a swim in the crystal clear water. You can also stroll through the village with its old buildings and beautiful sculptures from many different artists. In the afternoon you leave Osor and reach the island of Losinj by means of a turning bridge. Pass through panoramic surroundings to the old seafaring and health resort of Mali Losinj where the ship waits in the harbour. The harbour area has numerous cafes and many colourful painted house fronts. Explore the streets of the old town, travel 9km further to the idyllic fishing village of Veli Losinj or visit one of the many swimming areas on the Cikat peninsula. The night is spent at Mali Losinj harbour.
Day 3: DUGI OTOK ISLAND (45KMS)
During breakfast the ship departs and takes you past many small islands to the spice island of Dugi Otok. Our cycle tour starts at Bocava Bay, surrounded by pine forests and takes you to the village of Brbinj with a thick tower for a church, and where you can enjoy pancakes and crepes, fresh figs and espresso. Continue to the fishing village of Sali where the ship awaits. Along the way you can enjoy the wonderful view of the sea and the surrounding islands. The ship then takes you to Telascica Nature Park.The ship anchors for the night in the largest natural harbour of the Adriatic islands, among uninhabited islands. After dinner on board enjoy the view of the 60m high cliffs on the west coast of the island.
Day 4: PAG PENINSULA (15 KMS)
The day begins with a half-day trip through the north of Kornati, a beautiful world of islands and ocean. Nowhere in the world is there a higher density of islands than this region, and astronauts say that the sea here is the most beautiful in the world. Perhaps this explains why there are so many dolphins in this area. After stopping for a swim you reach a remote bay on the Pag peninsula, where you spend the afternoon cycling. You can even find a farm where the islands Pag-Cheese is made and sample this delicacy. Night spent in Mandre harbour.
Day 5: PAG PENINSULA (32 KMS)
Along this jagged, picturesque peninsula grow many fig and olive trees and many numerous stone walls built over the centuries by the inhabitants for protection against the wind. Lunchtime is spent in Novalja. Afterwards you cycle along this narrow peninsula to the sea. The ship waits there to take you to Rab. The island of Rab is one of the sunniest spots in Europe, and the main town dates from the middle ages. This ancient fortified town with its four famous bell towers is situated on an arrow-shaped spit of land. There are many delightful cafés on its streets which should be visited after dinner.
Day 6: RAB ISLAND (42 kms)_
You can cycle today along the coast to the east coast where virtually no vegetation grows. The bare rock of the area makes it look like a lunar landscape. The tour takes you to a bay with a sandy beach, something rather atypical of the Kvarner islands. Lunch on board the ship in the harbour of the old town of Rad. Afterwards cycle on a lush green peninsula to the north of the island, and to Lopar where you meet the ship. After a break for a relaxing swim you travel to the neighbouring island of Krk, where you can spend the evening in the town.
Day 7: KRK island (36 KMS)
Cycle over the ridge of the island to a valley of vineyards and then to the small museum town of Vrbnik in the northeast. Built on a 50m high cliff and surrounded by vineyards, Vrbnik is the home of the golden Zlahtina wines. These should definitely be tried after a stroll through the narrow streets and a visit to the ancient glagolitic stone writings. In Vrbnik you will see the narrowest street in the world. Your journey leads over the island to Malinska through chestnut and fig trees. Here you can enjoy a relaxing peaceful swim before the ship takes you overnight towards Opatija
Day 8: OPATIJA
Breakfast at 9.00 am and disembark.
Cruising with vintage sailing ships along the Dalmatian coastline and islands.
For this trip all you will need is a few T-shirts and a swimming costume to spend seven unforgettable days sailing on the Adriatic Sea from one island to another. Relax and let the captain and his crew (especially the cook) take care of you. During the day you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and explore the underworld of the Adriatic Sea. In the evenings you are free to find a good restaurant, discover old churches or other historical monuments on land…
Enjoy the southern Dalmatian islands; the peace and beauty of its secluded coves and crystal clear sea. Take a stroll along the streets of the medieval towns, taste delicious Dalmatian cuisine and
excellent wines.
Your vintage cruise provides plenty of time for sunbathing, swimming and
exploring the charming Dalmatian towns. In the case of unfavourable weather and/or sea conditions, the cruise itinerary may be modified in the interest of passenger’s safety
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