Dalmatia South Dalmatia by Bike and Boat Tour 2018 Individual Self-Guided Cycling Tour 8 days / 7 nights

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1 Dalmatia South Dalmatia by Bike and Boat Tour 2018 Individual Self-Guided Cycling Tour 8 days / 7 nights Your motor yacht takes you from island to island. On the way you'll discover remote bays - perfect for diving into the Mediterranean straight from the boat. On your bike you will explore the winding route of the South Dalmatian coast. You'll be served delicious, local dishes and will spend evenings under a sky full of stars.

2 Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Individual arrival in Freiburg Trogir, Trogir - Brač Island 25 km This You board city, shaped between by French 11:30 am and and Austrian 13:30 influences, Trogir. At is a thought "Welcome to - be Aboard" Germany s drink warmest. hosted by The your typical tour guide, Bächle you flowing are invited through to a its small historic snack before center setting guarantee off during a comfortable the afternoon micro-climate to the island in of Brač. summer. There, you The will city s go off centerpiece on a small is bike its Roman-Gothic tour from Supetar Minster. to Pučišća. Day 2: Brač Island Korčula Island 30 km Right after breakfast, the boat casts off for the island of Korčula. It is known as the black island because of the pinewoods here. From the harbour in Račišće you cycle via Kneža and Žrnovska Banja to Korčula. Via Pupnat and Kneža you go back on board the boat and then set off back to Korčula where you spend the night. Day 3: Korčula Island Mljet Island Elafitia rchipelago 30 km Enjoy your morning on board the boat as you sail over to the island of Mljet. From Sobra, you cycle through the island's forests via Prožura to Saplunara. After lunch and a break for a swim you cycle back to Sobra. From there you set sail again. Target today is: the Elafiti Island of Šipan. Day 4: Elafiti archipelago Dubrovnik 10 km Today starts with a short cycle over the island of Šipan, from Šipanska Luka to Suđurađ and back. On board your boat, you sail to Dubrovnik, arriving around lunchtime. After lunch on board, you can go on a guided tour of the town. After the tour there is plenty of time to get to know the UNESCO World Heritage town. Day 5: Dubrovnik Pelješac peninsula 40 km In the morning you set sail for Prapratno on the Pelješac peninsula. You hop onto your bike and cycle to Ston and Mali Ston, two places connected by a 5.5 km long wall. This is where the biggest saline formations of the entire Mediterranean can be found, which have been here since before the birth of Christ. Via Dubrava and Žuljana you cycle to Trstenik, where your boat awaits you to take you to Kućište.

3 Day 6: Pelješac Peninsula Hvar Island 40 km First the boat takes you to Hvar, located on the island of the same name. From here, you cycle through fields of lavender and vineyards to Stari Grad, the oldest settlement on the island. In Stari Grad, lunch is served on board, then you set off for the second part of your cycle tour, a circular tour via Vrboska and Jelsa. You stay the night in the harbour at Stari Grad. Day 7: Hvar Island Trogir 20 km During the two hour boat trip from Stari Grad to Stomorska on the island of Šolta simply enjoy the beautiful countryside passing by. You cycle from Stomorska to Maslinica through lovely unspoiled villages. After lunch and a last swim, the boat takes you back to Trogir, which you can get to know on an evening guided tour of the town. Day 8: Individual departure Disembarkation is after breakfast until 9 am. Then you set off on your individual journey home or get your transfer to the airport.

4 Route Technical Characteristics: Tour Profile: Easy. The route mostly follows paved roads which are quiet if you avoid the holidays. The route does involve several relatively steep inclines. You should have a sound level of fitness. If you wish you can spend half or whole days on the ship and go swimming instead of cycling. Distance: 195 km Travel Season: MS Columbo: Saturday departures April 28; May 5; May 12; May 26; June 2; June 9; September 15; September 22; October 6; October 20 and October 27, 2018 MS Aneta: Saturday departures April 28; May 5; May 12; May 19; May 26; June 2; June 9; June 16; June 23; June 30; July 7; August 25; September 1; September 8; September 15; September 29; October 6; October 13; October 20 and October 27, 2018 Season A: April 28; May 5; May 12; October 13; October 20 and October 27 Season B: May 19; May 26; June 2 and October 6 Season C: June 9; June 16; September 22 and September 29 Season D: June 23; June 30; July 7; September 1; September 8 and September 15 Season E: July 14 and August 25

5 Price per Person: MS Aneta MS Columbo Double Occupancy Below Deck Double Occupancy On Deck Additional Fee for Double Cabin for Single Use 50% 50% Season B Surcharge Season C Surcharge Season D Surcharge Season E Surcharge No departures Child Discount (one cabin with two guests) up to age 13 50% 50% Bike Rental (7 /24 speed) Electro Bike Included: 7 overnight stays on board in double cabins with shower and toilet 7x half board (breakfast and, depending on the daily programme lunch or dinner) Captain s dinner Bed linen and towels are available on board (2 small towels per person, bath towels not provided) Guided cycle tours according to the programme Guided city tours of Dubrovnik and Trogir Pre-travel docuements (1x per cabin) Map material for cycling tours on board Rental helmet (with rental bike), please state your hat size/head circumference upon booking 7 day service hotline Not Included: Drinks on board Visitors tax and local fees: EUR 21, payable to the captain on site

6 MS Aneta The MS Aneta was built in 1958 and was completely renovated in The ship has a saloon and a 150 m² sun deck with 15 deck chairs for guests to relax in. Furthermore there are tables with benches on deck for 20 people. On this motor sailing boat a maximum of 32 guests can be accommodated in 15 cabins: Two triple cabins with French bed and a third bed above and 13 double cabins with bunk beds. All cabins (approx. 4-5 m2) are equipped with shower/toilet. Some windows can be opened, the hallway on the lower deck is air conditioned.

7 MS Columbo The MS Columbo was only built in 2009 and is one of the more modern yachts in the fleet. The ship has an air conditioned saloon, a 120 m² sun deck with 20 deck chairs for guests to relax in. Furthermore there are tables with benches and seats on deck for about 25 people as well as a bathing platform with shower in the back. On this motor sailing boat a maximum of 37 guests can be accommodated in 17 cabins: Three triple cabins with French bed and a separate third bed, six double cabins with French bed and eight double cabins with two single beds. All cabins (approx m2) are equipped with shower/toilet and individually regulated air conditioning.

8 Bikes Unisex Bike 7 speed hub gear with back pedal braking function for 24 speed derailleur with rim brake Unisex bicycle with a step through frame For those over 1.75 meters tall, men s bicycles also available Fitted with the most puncture proof tires on the market Schwalbe Marathon Plus Pannier with handlebar bag, speedometer, lock, pump, extra inner tire tube and puncture repair kit included Men s Bike 7 speed hub gear with back pedal braking function for 24 speed derailleur with rim brake Unisex bicycle with a step through frame For those over 1.75 meters tall, men s bicycles also available Fitted with the most puncture proof tires on the market Schwalbe Marathon Plus Pannier with handlebar bag, speedometer, lock, pump, extra inner tire tube and puncture repair kit included E- Bike For those who would like help form a motor at times along the trip we recommend our Flyer E-Bikes from the Swiss company Biketec. These bicycles have received very positive reviews from our customers over the past few years. The step through frame and upright seating position combine to ensure that riding these bikes is very enjoyable. The Marathon Plus tires made by Schwalbe ensure a safe ride even during downhill trips or at high speeds. Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free Local TICO Ontario Registration No: