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Reviewed June 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
A beautiful series of rides through idyllic countryside, pretty villages and dramatic coastlines. The routes were varied: Croatian gravel, unmade roads, sealed minor roads and main roads – steep and gentle hills, some undulating territory, all manageable even to beginner riders.
Most Inspirational Moment
I'll never forget the exhilarating ride on the last day - through the scary tunnel, out to the brilliant sunshine, then downhill beside sheer cliffs, the sea and vineyards, to a pebbly beach and fabulous swim.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ana was well organised, fun and enthusiastic. Together with Boris she made a perfect holiday for us, topped off with a very stirring rendition of the Croatian national anthem.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You will love it!Bring wet weather gear.The optional ride to the national park is a perfect adventure.
Reviewed June 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
This is a good cycling holiday in a lovely area, but it is expensive. We had a small but very select and fun group!
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling on the beautiful Dalmatian coast.
Thoughts on Group Leader
She was very good; efficient and friendly
Advice for Potential Travellers
You need to be fairly fit to cope with the hills, and some distances in the heat. Not too much for vegetarians to eat! But the fish is good. Single rooms in the hotels were often not very good and poor value for money.
Reviewed June 2011
Made it!!
Although the trip was harder than expected/advertised as moderate rating (it said no cycling experience necessary – not true!!) There were hills to tackle daily, but I found that ‘extra push’ to get up the hills, and felt great by the end of the trip! Helped of course by the fantastic scenery.
Most Inspirational Moment
Managing to make it to the top of hills and not being last in the group!! Also the beautiful scenery and weather.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was absolutely lovely. A very calm, capable and responsible person for a young guy.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared to push yourself - its worth it!!
Reviewed June 2011
Cycling the Dalmatian Coast
Croatia is truly stunning with beautiful towns and villages and translucent sea lapping at the shore. The cycling had great variety although "hilly" may be a more apt description than "undulating". However, the group all managed and had a great time.
Most Inspirational Moment
Arriving in very pretty towns and villages with very few other tourists was special. However, my favourite day was the Thurrsday (last day of cycling before free day in Dubrovnik) as the cycling that day has a bit of everything (off road downhill, offroad flat, road) and its probably the prettiest scenery. The last section of this day (post lunch stop) is approximately 29km and apparently optional although everyone in our group cycled it. Although it starts with a 3km climb it really was the best cycling of the week and gets faster and faster towards the end so does not feel anything like 29km. Seeing Dolphins swimming at the bow of our ferry was quite cool too!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader for the week was Bojan (pronounced Boyan) and he was a great guy and patiently looked after all of the group and our never ending questions. No point in challenging him to a game of tennis or table tennis as you are likely to lose! He has a competitive streak.
Advice for Potential Travellers
1. The day of arrival in Split is a long one and assuming you are arriving in the summer months it would be a good idea to wear shorts or something cool as you go straight from the airport to a tour of Split - a very hot Split the day we arrived. The ferry to Hvar is in the evening so you might also want to think about having something to slip on if it cools down on the ferry crossing. 2. The breaks on your bike are the opposite way round to the UK. Kind of useful to know when you pull away from your first hotel and cycle down hill! 3. Grappa may well be a local alcoholic beverage but probably best saved for domestic cleaning purposes. 4. If you like really good ice cream - this is the trip for you.
Reviewed June 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
Overall I thought there was a good balance of scenic cycling with a bit of down time and sightseeing.
Most Inspirational Moment
The ride back from Pupnat to Korcula was very pretty - topped off with a swim in the sea - perfect. In fact any day finishing with a swim was great. The last day of cycling along the coast was also very pretty. Cycling throught the vineyards was great too. I also thought the evening out at the home cooked food place outside Korcula was excellent - if a bit more pricey than we had been expecting (230 Kuna each) - this may have had something to do with the grappe.... Oh, and worth going to the Tower Bar in Korcula - good views in the day time, but make sure you can deal with ladders.
Thoughts on Group Leader
This was Bojan's first tour on his own and I think he did a great job managing a varied group which had diverse demands.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Croatia is not a cheap place - though not overly pricey either. As breakfast is the only meal included in the price there is plenty of money to be spent on food (and ice cream). Many of our group requested thet we have some picnic lunches which I think was reasonable (but you need a ruckack or something to carry it in from the supermarket!). The meal at the the top of the hill on the first day's cycling was very nice, simple food (bread, cheese, proscuttio and grilled veg) but many felt over priced - and as we hadn't had any choice or say I think some felt a bit "had" - hence the request that the group have a bit more freedom of choice. Obviously we expect our guide to make good recommendations for dinners etc so most of the time most of the group went with his advice - and it was very good.
Reviewed May 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
Another wonderful cycling holiday thanks to Exodus !
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling down to the sea, with all the wonderful views ... then relaxing in the sunshine with delicious well-deserved ice-cream !
Thoughts on Group Leader
She was excellent - kept us all together both cycling and socially, and created a nice atmosphere in the group.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take your waterproofs ... I wouldn't have missed the morning cycling in the pouring rain for anything, despite the fact I got drenched !
Reviewed May 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
Hotels were good, hire bikes and transport excellent, organisation excellent. Croatia is great cycling territory, great group leader and driver.
Most Inspirational Moment
Completing the optional ride on the last day.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Outstanding. Knew the territory, was very safety conscious, looked after us all day and night. Best of all she was great company and very friendly towards everyone.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take rain gear, you may not need it but we did,
Reviewed May 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
A fabulous time seeing parts of Croatia I would not have normally visited! Loved the islands, and it was great to have such a fun, diverse group.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling along the coast and through the vineyards - stunning! Also getting into the support vehicle with Boris (our driver) when it was bucketing down with rain!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fabulous! Lots of fun and very supportive!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Practice a bit of off-road mountain biking before you go, will help you handle the gravelly bits!
Reviewed April 2011
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
Breathtaking scenery, great cycling, good food and excellent company!
Most Inspirational Moment
The cycling on Mjlet was lovely. So peaceful, beautiful and relaxing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ana was a great tour leader. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and well-organised. She also made sure we ate in great local restaurants and quickly sorted out issues when they occured (such as the one restaurant that ran out of red wine!!)
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't be lulled into a false sense of security by the short distances - there are regular hills with some particularly long climbs - nothing too difficult but do do some training before you go and you'll enjoy it more. The fabulous descents make up for all the climbing. We went in April it was glorious sunshine in the daytime but got quite chilly at night - take something warm!
