Imagine this: Seven mornings, seven different views as the Adriatic sun paints the sky above the mini-cruiser Carpe Diem. Seven evenings, where the day’s adventures are remembered over gourmet meals crafted from the local delicacies. Add seven unique mountain bike adventures, diving into the crystal-clear sea and sailing from one island to another. It’s a perfect recipe for an unforgettable active holidays in Dalmatia / Croatia!
Intro
Among millions of islands around the world, Croatia’s islands are something special. They are famous for their beautiful nature, and each of them has its own history, customs, and secrets. Some of them cannot be reached by car, so cruising from island to island, combined with cycling tours, is the best way to visit them.
On the first day, you will settle into the ship’s cabins that offer the comfort of a hotel room. Every morning, you will wake up to a new cycling adventure. You will explore the islands along the old paths carved by islanders into the rocky ground many centuries ago. You will experience the smell of the earth and its flora, the touch of the wind and sun, views of nearby islands, and the expectation of your next adventure. You will ride through olive groves and taste their fruits, along with bread, cheese, wine, and more. You will experience the islands with all your senses.
From Saturday, October 10, to Saturday, October 17, 2026, we will be exploring the Dalmatian islands by boat and bike.
Živa, Andrej, and Matej, a trio of local experienced licensed mountain bike guides, have spent countless days cycling through Dalmatia. Since we are aware that not everyone has the same skill and fitness level, we will ride in two or three groups each day. You’re welcome to switch groups daily as you like. We guarantee you’ll have a great time!
Where are we going?
Dalmatia, Croatia, will be the site of our sailing and cycling adventures. We will board the boat in Trogir on Saturday, October 10th 2026 around mid-day. After setting sail, we will spend a week visiting islands of Šolta, Brač, Hvar, Vis and Korčula. We will return to Trogir on Friday afternoon, October 16, and disembark the following morning, Saturday, October 17.
A detailed schedule will be sent to you about a month before you arrive in Croatia.
A Week on the Carpe Diem
Captain Jure and his luxurious mini-cruiser Carpe Diem (Seize the Day) will be waiting for us in Trogir, Croatia. Built in 2016 and refurbished in 2025, this 36 meter / 120-foot motor sailor can accommodate up to 32 guests and has a seven-person crew. There is plenty of space for sunbathing on two decks, and the upper deck features a hydromassage pool. Breakfast and dinner will be served in the elegant dining room. Another socializing area and a lowered platform for easier access to the sea are located at the stern. The garage stores bicycles safely and charges electric bikes.
The Carpe Diem has sixteen spacious double cabins on two decks, each with either two twin beds or one double bed.
The main deck has five twin-bed cabins and four double-bed cabins. The lower deck has seven double-bed cabins. No adjustments are possible regarding the bed arrangements.
Both upper-deck and lower-deck cabins are equally large and well-equipped. All cabins are air-conditioned, and each has a private bathroom with shower and toilet. The cabins come with towels and bedding, 220V power outlets, and Wi-Fi coverage. Hostesses ensure daily cleaning and towel replacement upon request.
The lower-deck cabins are quieter, have windows above sea level, but no direct access to the deck. We will take your accommodation preferences into account based on the order of bookings.
Carpe Diem has its own chef, who prepares the restaurant’s cuisine. We will be served two meals per day: a substantial breakfast buffet and a hearty multi-course dinner, which includes vegetarian and diet options. The ship has its own bar, which is open and accessible from morning until evening.
We anchor in town harbours every evening, which gives us the opportunity to take walks around the towns.
A week on a bike
We will visit the islands of Šolta, Brač (twice), Vis, Hvar and Korčula, and also spend a day cycling on the mainland. There are plenty of route options across all the islands to adapt cycling tours to satisfy both easier and more demanding groups.
Each island has something that makes it special, something that makes it worth visiting. The rewards will be great. We will usually disembark from the ship on one side of the island, cycle across it, and make the most of the day while Carpe Diem waits for us on the other side. Along the way, we will experience everything that makes mountain biking by the sea so beautiful: trails along the sea, gravel roads over the fields, bike paths through vineyards and olive groves, old paths between abandoned villages, and views from the highest peaks of the islands. There are also plenty of trails for those who want a more demanding experience. You can do it all with your own power or with the help of electricity 😉.
More about MTB tours
We will prepare seven daily mountain bike tours for two or three groups, all suitable for classic or e-powered mountain bikes. Since all three guides are very familiar with the area, we can adapt the tour to the participants’ skills, wishes, and abilities.
The average daily tour for Group B will be between 25 and 35 miles long with an elevation gain of 2,500 to 3,500 feet. We will ride all sorts of terrains – gravel roads, jeep tracks, some asphalt roads, and of course trails. Group A tours will be more challenging – usually longer, more elevation and more technically demanding single trails on descents. Optionally, Group C will have shorter and easier tours.
Use of helmet is mandatory during cycling tours! We also recommend use of gloves, glasses and (especially on trail descents) knee pads and elbow pads.
This is not a tour for beginner mountain bikers. We expect all the participants to have an appropriate fitness level for 4-6 hour daily tour and have adequate mountain biking skills. If you have any concerns or questions, please consult us.
In case of bad weather or other circumstances, the captain and the guides may change the program at their discretion. While cycling, we will be able to refill our water bottles and purchase snacks. We will have some tools and spare parts for basic bike repairs on the ship.
If you wish to have a day off, you can stay on the ship and sail to the destination. It is not possible to join the tour midway through.
A picture is worth a thousand words. The photos on this website and in the photo gallery are all our own. They were taken during our tours around the islands where we will be cycling.
Logistics
Trogir, our departure town, is just a short five-mile drive from Split International Airport. There are other options for arrival in the region as well, including Dubrovnik, Zagreb, and even Venice airports.
The sign-up form will ask you to indicate your cabin and bed preferences, any dietary requirements, and your bike needs (own or rental, classic or e-powered, size). If you are coming with your own bikes, we can arrange for a bike bag storage. You need a mountain bike for the tour, gravel bikes are not suitable for our tours on the Dalmatian islands.
Our contacts – mobile or WhatsApp / mail
- Matej Hartman: +386 41 413 323 / matejmah@gmail.com
- Andrej Remškar: + 386 31 670 703 / andrej@remskar.com
- Živa Hartman: +386 70 560 864 / ziva.hartman@gmail.com
Price for one week of Bike and boat Dalmatia
The price for seven nights of half-board accommodation (including overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) and seven guided cycling tours is:
- 1.850 eur / USD 2,155* per person for a cabin on the main deck (* at the current exchange rate)
- 1.750 eur / USD 2,040* per person for a cabin on the lower deck
The price includes:
- Boarding the Carpe Diem in Trogir
- Seven half-board stays (breakfast and dinner) in double cabins with private bathrooms
- Unlimited use of drinking water
- Seven guided cycling tours in 2-3 groups with three licensed cycling guides
- Bed linens, towels, and final cleaning
- Disembarkation in Trogir
The price does not include:
- Your travel to and from Trogir
- Local taxes (estimated around 60 EUR per person)
- Drinks with dinner and personal consumption in the ship’s bar
- Bike rental
- Travel insurance and trip cancellation insurances
- Tips
Your reservation will be confirmed once you have filled out
and paid the deposit of 500 eur. The collection of deposits will begin at the start of the year 2026.
The registration form
To register, please complete the sign-up form.
The Carpe Diem has a limited number of cabins with double and twin beds on the main and lower decks. We will try to accommodate your preferences; we will prioritise the requests based on the registration date and deposit payment date. If we are unable to provide your preferred accommodations, we will discuss this with you before confirming your registration.
We will use your information exclusively for the purposes of registration and accommodation and will not disclose it to third parties.
Once you have registered, you will receive instructions for paying the 500 eur deposit.
After paying the deposit, you will receive a confirmation of registration, and upon final payment, you will receive an invoice for the service.
The full price of the package should be paid no later than two months before the start of the tour (before 10 August 2026).
If you cancel your reservation, the following terms apply:
- For cancellations 6 or more months before the trip (before 10 April 2026), we will keep 100 USD from the deposit.
- For cancellations 2-6 months before the trip (11 April – 10 July 2026), we will keep the 250 USD from the deposit.
- For cancellations 1-2 months before the trip (11 June – 10 September 2026), we will keep the 500 USD deposit.
- For cancellations within last month before departure (after 10 September 2026) there are no refunds.
In case of force majeure, we reserve the right to cancel the program. Within seven days of the cancellation notice date, the full amount of all payments will be refunded.
You cannot hold back time, but you can make the most of it!
Carpe Diem!
Photo Gallery from May 2025:
