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Having struggled over the last few years with what works for us as a holiday, my wife and I have bounced between exotic destinations and luxury beach holidays. We’ve found that neither are particularly fulfilling and, although we’ve always enjoyed ourselves, we feel that our experience has been lacking. We thought that we would leave our comfort zone by trying an activity holiday with a group of complete strangers. Having just finished a cruise with Sail Croatia, I can honestly say that, certainly for us, I feel that we’ve found what was missing. A holiday which was centred around our activity level but challenged us to push ourselves further. An experience which allowed us to form friendships with travellers from all over the world. A well led and curated cultural introduction, facilitated by guides (Marin & Olja) who love their country and job, while supporting their guests to bond, experience and enjoy their holiday.
We would definitely recommend this holiday, company and guides.

Ross & Phyllis

This bike / sail was recommended by my sister who did it two years ago with a group of friends. We are by no means active at home but wanted to challenge ourselves by doing something active and adventurous. I can seriously say this was one of the best experiences we have ever had. The guides Marin and Olja were just exceptional. They looked after the group like we were precious cargo, with lots of support and encouragement every day and loads of history and information given on every aspect of the trip. The bike rides were amazing, exhilarating and great fun. We chose e-bikes as did most of the group and there was a wide range of experience, from very little to very experienced cyclists on normal bikes, but we had no problems keeping up and no one held anyone back. We really enjoyed being part of a group. We got on so well and have made many new friends. Croatia is absolutely stunning. Every village, town or city we visited blew us away. The variety of terrain was really varied from mountains, forests, coastal paths, through wineries and forests. We have come home renewed with enthusiasm to get more exercise and we have now bought two e bikes. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. It is not a luxury cruise, but it is great fun and loads of adventure.

We highly recommend this trip. It is superbly well organised, the guides and crew were lovely and the boat was fine.
The islands that we rode through were so beautiful and interesting. The bikes were sturdy and reliable and well serviced. I needed a smaller bike because I’m small and that was provided easily. All good. Lots of happy memories. Do it!

My husband and I were a little concerned as we hadn't ridden a bike for many years and we are both in our early 60's. We are fit and healthy and adventurous. We were also concerned we may be the eldest in the group and didnt want to hold anyone up on the bike rides.
We loved it. The E bikes made it so easy. The guides were fantastic and just so great at their jobs. so professional. We rode every day and are now going to book another E bike tour. We are hooked. All the other guests were around our age and we all had a ball. We definitely showed similar boats of younger ages that we can still party. The food was excellent. The rooms were great and the beds comfortable with our own ensuites. Each day when we were out riding the room fairy would prepare our room with fresh towels and ready for our return.
The only down side was the alcohol on board was very expensive and you cant take any on board.

travelled as a solo passenger but needn't have worried.
From the offset it was the friendliest group of passengers, staff and crew i have ever met.
The 2 Sail Croatia leaders, Josko and Lauren , were outstanding and nothing was too much trouble, managing to change my picky carnivorous diet to a vegetarian one after 2 days.
It was exactly the same with the crew of our boat, the Dionis, a very comfortable and ideally sized boat for the holiday- bigger boats around seemed too big and cold compared to the smaller boats.
The excursions and cycle routes were absolutely ideal. Most of our 15 passengers opted for the E-bikes but 4 of us had the normal calf powered versions, which didn’t detract from the enjoyment.
We had the chance to have a swim stop most days and after a chilly 10 minutes swim, the scorching onboard showers were a very pleasurable welcome experience.
This was my first time as a solo traveller on a group trip but i now see it as the only way forward in future

This was one of the best travel experiences of our lives. The boat was beautiful, the others travellers were great, the biking and scenery was spectacular and the guides and crew made every effort to make sure everything was excellent. Ivica was an excellent tour guide and made sure that we were all together and had exciting, enjoyable and safe bike rides. Ana made sure that no one was left behind and provided excellent information on the places we visited along with a few myths, legends and ghost stories😀. Ana and Dan (sp) were excellent bartenders and servers and made sure we stayed hydrated and were well fed. The food was excellent and we were served some traditional croatian food that was better than we had in restaurants on shore after our trip. My compliments to the chef!! We would definitely recommend this trip. Once you have tried a small boat experience you will not want to go back to the big cruise lines.

The crew aboard the Salve di Mare looked after us from start to finish with great attentiveness and humour. The boat was beautiful and spacious and I loved watching the skillful captain bringing us in and out of port. Wonderful food- (how do they do that in such a small kitchen)?! And of course, the spectaclar scenery of Croatia- crystal clear waters, majestic mountains and the idyllic port villages and towns. And finally a special mention for our hiking guide, Mate and our customer care and everything else, Sasa. Both were excellent at their job and looked after us very well and with great humour, which I loved. A wonderful experience and great memories made.

Fabulous Bike & Boat in Croatia with our amazing guides Elena and Tonka and the wonderful crew of the Princeza Diana. The boat, the food, the landscape and the organisation were all well above our expectation and I would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for an active but relaxing vacation!!

We were on a wine cruise which was most enjoyable. Lola was helpful and knowledgable and warm. The staff on the boat were warm and friendly. The boat was comfy and the food very good. The other travellers were good fun and we have made some lasting friends from all corners of the earth. Highly recommend!

"The wine cruise was amazing in all respects. The ship, staff and tour director surpassed all expectations.
The food was very good. The chef and assistant produced incredible meals and catered accordingly for anyone with allergies etc.
Lola, our tour director, was so knowledgeable and ensured our wine experiences were memories for life.
The ship was perfect and our captain made decisions when the weather changed to take the safest and smoothest route.
I would highly recommend this trip."

The entire experience, down to the smallest details, was extremely well coordinated and executed.The transfers from and to the airport went smoothly and the drivers made us feel comfortable and the one on the incoming transfer gave us great options for places to visit the day before we sailed. Anita was above and beyond helpful in all aspects of the cruise. She communicated any and all details very well and in a timely manner. She made sure to coordinate excursions and dinners in port that would meet our interests as well as making sure we knew where specific amenities we may need were located on shore. The chef and sous chef did an outstanding job with the meals. The beautiful presentation, fabulous flavor, and broad range of menus for each onboard meal was amazing for such a small kitchen.Lunch and the captains dinner felt like a fine dining experience. Ivan and the crew made us feel welcome and preformed their tasks smoothly.. Bravo to the team at Sail Croatia and Romantic Star!

Croatia is a beautiful country with some amazing towns with incredible medieval fortresses and buildings. Cruising among the Dalmatian islands in the Adriatic Sea on Sail Croatia's Almissa ship was the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. The crew served delicious breakfasts and lunches. Caesar and Merico kept everyone well served and entertained. Dino, our tour guide, did a fantastic job and had great suggestions for places to go on our own. He was also a great source of information on the history and culture of Croatia. Our fellow travelers were great - a small cruise ship (28 people on our ship) is a great way to explore Croatia and meet so many great folks. Lots of fun!

From our cycling guides to the boat's crew to the food everything couldn't have been better. Our daily cycling had enough flexibility for those who wanted to go from point A to point B quickly could do so and those who wanted to stop and take photos could. The rides were broken up with coffee/rest stops such that there was a relaxed rather than hurry-up feeling I'd experienced on other cycling vacations. I wasn't sure how I felt about cycling in the morning rather than part morning, part afternoon with a lunch stop but I actually preferred it to other schedules. Breakfast had a great variety of hot and cold options and I never expected a 3 course lunch each day. The late April water was too cold for me to do more than a quick jump in and out but having the streets and small villages to ourselves was preferable to later in the season and having to avoid crowds. It was a wonderful experience.

Fantastic bike trip on Sail Croatia!
This was such a great trip - each day was so well planned and the accommodations and food on the Emanuel were wonderful! Tonka, Matilda and Elena, our guides, were fun to ride with and had everything covered. We had lots of laughs with them and thoroughly enjoyed their company and their stories about each place we visited. The electric bikes made the tougher rides up the mountains to the spectacular viewpoints accessible to all and the rides through the towns fun. All the bikers on the trip got along so well and were a pleasure to travel with! Christina, the crew manager, was very attentive to everyone’s on-board dining and bar requests - she was truly delightful! The cabins were just the right size for 2 people and there were many different areas on the decks to hang out either with the other travelers or individually between ports. The meals were wonderful and had a good variety of foods. It was fun to sit with different folks at the 6 person dining tables and get to know everyone! I would highly recommend Sail Croatia for their Croatian Island bike trips!

The trip was very well organized. We were updated daily on how the day would go and than also sent all the info on Whatsapp. Everything was above and beyond my expectations even though we had to change plans a few times. Our bike guide Marin was amazing. He is so very knowledgeable and made us feel very safe riding in some dangerous locations. It felt like We all respected him right from the moment we heard him speak. Ilona was the back guide and she is a sweet, caring girl who was always so helpful and supportive. She was always making sure everyone was doing ok and she was great to hang with the group and get to know everyone. This was a trip i won’t forget and i will definitely be recommending to friends.

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The crew of the Afrodita were excellent, helpful and friendly. Ivica, our cycling leader made us comfortable and well informed. Sonje, also with cycling group told great stories and had excellent knowledge of the history of our stops. The boat was clean. Island hopping was fun.
The cabins were basic but met our needs. An extra pillow and blanket on each bed would be appreciated. It would really improve the comfort of the bed.

We planned an entire European holiday (from Australia) around this trip. From the moment we boarded Emanuel to the time we disembarked we were having the time of our lives. The boat is immaculate and has everything we needed for the week of sailing. Its crew are exceptional and ensured every need of every passenger was met. A special shout out to George, the chef. Every meal someone else cooks for me is hugely appreciated, but George went above and beyond to serve delicious 3 and 4 course meals, tailored to our dietary requirements.
Every day (except our boarding day ex-Dubrovnik) we cycled a new and exciting place. All routes were suitable for all levels of experience, scenic and fun. We opted for e-bikes, which proved to be a great idea. I mean, we were on holidays after all. The cycling guides are knowledgeable and careful, without spoiling the fun.
If you’re thinking about booking this, take our advice and go for it. You won’t regret it and we may see you there! J & J September 2025.

We had an amazing trip from Dubrovnik to Split on board the Queen Jelena. This is an ideal way to get a taste of the beautiful islands that lie between these two major towns. We felt it was the perfect way to orientate us to this part of Croatia, for a subsequent visit by ourselves.
The communication and information from Sail Croatia staff prior to the trip was very good. The ship is a beauty and stands out from the more modern looking ones wherever we docked. The service from the friendly crew on board was excellent. Vicko, our Sail Croatia guide, provided us with tons of helpful information and historical details about each stop at the daily briefings and via the WhatsApp group. He was so helpful that we really missed him when we had to fend for ourselves again at the end of the cruise!
The quality of the food on board was very good. We had a buffet breakfast & a 3 course lunch on board every day and then fended for ourselves in the evening, except for the Captain's dinner and a meal at a Croatian village on one of the islands.
There is no formal dress code and so you can dress casually, if you don't like dressing up. We mixed it up a bit.
The cruise was also made special by our very lovely cruise companions that we met from Australia, Canada, New Zealand and UK.
One of the highlights each day was that the Captain anchored up in quiet little bays, so that we could have a swim stop.
I would 100% recommend Sail Croatia for this kind of holiday.

The Sail Croatia team were very responsive and supportive. It was a pleasure dealing with the staff and anything we wanted they provided such as a coffee maker on a boat, offering suggestions for local restaurants and helping us adjust our itinerary due to upcoming weather conditions. The boat itself was also very good and sailed well and had no problems handling the weather conditions we encountered. It had plenty of space and everything worked as expected and was comfortable. We managed to see many wonderful places such as Brac, Solta, Hvar and Vis. We shared many laughs, saw many islands, and got a chance to experience the wonders of the Adriatic sea, especially the local cuisines, the historical sites and the culture. Overall, very satisfied and at the end of the charter. The Sail Croatia team were very attentive and supportive and made us feel welcome and respected. I would definitely come back and recommend this experience to others.

I had my birthday on day 2 of my sail week and as a solo traveller I was worried no one would care. The second my trip manager (shoutout Nikola, we love you) heard it was my birthday during the week he sorted out a surprise for me, which turned out to be everyone singing happy birthday with a cake with my name on it and a bell ring!! Literally was the best day of my life I felt so special, thanks to both Nikola, our awesome crew, and the amazing group of travellers on my boat!