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Island Hopping Croatia – Explore the Most Beautiful Islands of Kvarner Bay

Bike and Boat in Croatia, round trip from Opatija – including 7 × overnight stays with half board, unlimited water from the dispenser, German-speaking cycling guide, and much more. Your ships: MS Kalipsa, MS Antonela, MS Meridijan, and MS Moonlight

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Overview
Authentic Donau Touristic

Together with an experienced guide, you will discover the most beautiful islands of the Kvarner Bay. In the evening/overnight, your ship will be safely moored in the harbours of picturesque seaside towns. You may choose between MS Kalipsa, MS Antonela, MS Meridijan or MS Moonlight.

Dates MS Kalipsa (Traditional Ensuite Category) 2026

Low Season:
Saturday, April 25th – Saturday, May 2nd (one cabin available)
Saturday, October 3rd – Saturday, October 10th

Mid Season:
Saturday, May 2nd – Saturday, May 9th
Saturday, May 9th – Saturday, May 16th (fully booked)
Saturday, May 16th – Saturday, May 23rd (fully booked)
Saturday, September 26th – Saturday, October 3rd

Off Season:
Saturday, May 23rd – Saturday, May 30th (one cabin available)
Saturday, May 30th – Saturday, June 6th (fully booked)
Saturday, June 6th – Saturday, June 13th
Saturday, September 12th – Saturday, September 19th
Saturday, September 19th – Saturday, September 26th

High Season:
Saturday, June 13th – Saturday, June 20th
Saturday, August 29th – Saturday, September 5th (fully booked)
Saturday, September 5th – Saturday, September 12th

Dates MS Moonlight (Premium Superior Category) 2026

Season Price:
Saturday, May 30th – Saturday, June 6th

Dates MS Antonela (Premium Category) 2026

Off Season:
Saturday, May 9th – Saturday, May 16th (fully booked)
Saturday, May 16th – Saturday, May 23rd (fully booked)

High Season:
Saturday, June 13th – Saturday, June 20th

Dates MS Meridijan (Premium Category) 2026

Season Price:
Saturday, September 5th – Saturday, September 12th
Saturday, September 19th – Saturday, September 26th (below deck availability)

Tour
  • 209–252 km by bike
  • partly hilly terrain with ascents
  • 95% paved roads, 5% stone and gravel paths
Tour characteristics
  • Fitness
  • Cycle path quality
Route
Saturday, Opatija

Arrival by 11:00 a.m. At 1:00 p.m. boat transfer to Krk and short cycling tour.

Sunday, Island of Krk (48 km)

Cycle through chestnut and fig forests to Dobrinj and Vrbnik. Continue to the Treskava pass (highest point of the island) with a wonderful view over the Punat valley to Baška. In bad weather (Bora wind), the tour ends early and overnight stay in Krk.

Monday, Island of Rab (22/21km)

Boat trip to the island of Rab. Cycle from Lopar to Rab. Lunch on board; optional circular tour through the “Dundo” forest nature reserve or visit of Rab town.

Tuesday, Island of Pag (35 km)

Boat transfer to the island of Pag; cycle past olive groves and along the typical stone walls to Novalja and Mandre. Continue by ship to the “flower island” of Ilovik.

Wednesday, Lošinj (20/22 km)

Boat transfer to the island of Lošinj, cycle to the idyllic fishing village of Veli Lošinj and back to the ship. In the afternoon: tour to the Sveti Ivan hill (250 m) or the Providenca viewpoint (fantastic views of the town). Alternatively, an easy ride to one of the beaches.

Thursday, Lošinj and Cres (46 km)

Cycle along the panoramic route with gentle hills to Osor, or continue now slightly more demanding to the fishing village of Martinšćica. Boat transfer to Cres.

Friday, Istria and Opatija (20 km)

Boat trip to Mošćenička Draga. Cycle along the coast to Brseč and uphill to Sveta Jelena, offering breathtaking bay views. Return to the ship and lunch during the cruise back to Opatija.

Saturday, Departure

Disembarkation by approximately 9:00 a.m. and individual departure.

Note: All cycling and sailing stages are weather-dependent; short-term route changes by the captain are possible.

Tour Map
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Prices & Services
Price per person
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 25.04.2026, 03.10.2026 | A - Off season
      € 626,- Arrival Sa
    • 02.05.2026, 09.05.2026, 16.05.2026, 26.09.2026 | B - Low season
      € 659,- Arrival Sa
    • 23.05.2026, 30.05.2026, 06.06.2026, 12.09.2026, 19.09.2026 | C - Mid season
      € 757,- Arrival Sa
    • 13.06.2026, 29.08.2026, 05.09.2026 | D - High season
      € 846,- Arrival Sa
  • single cabin | according offer - 8 days
    • 25.04.2026 | A - Off Season
      € 939,- Arrival Sa
    • 03.10.2026 | A - Off season save season
      € 939,- Arrival Sa
    • 02.05.2026 | B - Low season
      € 988,50 Arrival Sa
    • 09.05.2026, 16.05.2026, 26.09.2026 | B - Low season mid season
      € 988,50 Arrival Sa
    • 23.05.2026, 30.05.2026, 06.06.2026, 12.09.2026, 19.09.2026 | C - Mid season
      € 1.135,50 Arrival Sa
    • 13.06.2026, 29.08.2026, 05.09.2026 | D - High season
      € 1.269,- Arrival Sa
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 02.05.2026, 09.05.2026, 16.05.2026 | A - Off season
      € 787,- Arrival Sa
    • 13.06.2026 | B - High season
      € 1.199,- Arrival Sa
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 02.05.2026, 09.05.2026, 16.05.2026 | A - Off season
      € 987,- Arrival Sa
    • 13.06.2026 | B - High season
      € 1.399,- Arrival Sa
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 03.10.2026 | A - Off season
      € 787,- Arrival Sa
    • 05.09.2026, 19.09.2026, 26.09.2026 | B - High season
      € 979,- Arrival Sa
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 03.10.2026 | A - Off season
      € 987,- Arrival Sa
    • 05.09.2026, 19.09.2026, 26.09.2026 | B - High season
      € 1.179,- Arrival Sa
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 30.05.2026 | A - High season
      € 1.249,- Arrival Sa
    • 25.04.2026 | A - Off season
      € 997,- Arrival Sa
  • Two bed | according offer - 8 days
    • 30.05.2026 | A - High season
      € 1.449,- Arrival Sa
    • 25.04.2026 | A - Off season
      € 1.197,- Arrival Sa
Services
  • 7 x nights with half board on the booked ship
  • unlimited water from the water dispenser
  • 1 x captain’s dinner
  • German-speaking cycling guide
  • 2 towels per person (1 change included; additional towels available for rent on board)
  • daily cabin cleaning (from Premium category onward)
  • daily tour briefings
  • 1 x saddlebag per rental bike (if booked)
  • 7‑day service hotline
  • 3 % loyalty discount on your next cycling holiday in the following year
Not Included
  • Parking in Opatija: + €125 per car/week (reservation required at time of booking)
Payable on site
  • Tourist and port taxes (approx. €60 per person per week)
  • Bike handling fee for the crew (€20 per person per week)
  • Cabin cleaning on MS Kalipsa + €15 per person per week (optional)
Additional night in Villach or Opatija including breakfast per person

Double room in Opatija from € 79

Double room in Villach from € 76

Bringing your own bikes

Transport of own bicycles on the ship is possible, but at the customer’s own risk. We cannot assume liability for any damage to the customer's own bike. Transport on the ship is free of charge.

When bringing your own e-bikes, the batteries must be in acceptable condition; otherwise, transport cannot be permitted.

Applies to all ships

Bookings received from 1 April: + €150

Best-Price-Guarantee

If you have a cheaper offer for bike tours, bike and boat tours or cruises with the same services or dates at the time of booking, please send us a copy of the offer by e-mail. If you book at Donau Touristik, you will receive the best price.

You can find the details here.

Discount
  • Web discount
    • 1 % web discount on arrival Fr, Sa from 24.04. - 03.10.2026
  • Discount 3rd person in double
    • 30 % Discount 3rd person in double cabin (on request) on arrival Sa from 25.04. - 12.10.2026
  • Promotional code
    • If you have a promotion code, add it in the booking mask. After we have checked the validity and amount we will reduce the price on arrival Fr, Sa from 25.04. - 11.10.2026
Example hotels
Ship
  • MS Kalipsa - More Information
    MS Kalipsa

    Classic motor vessel with 11 cabins, built in 1952, partially refurbished in 2023/24. Length: 25 m, width: 6 m, decks:…

  • MS Antonela - More Information
    MS Antonela

    classic motor sailer, 18 cabins (approx. 9 m²), built in 2007; length: 33 m, width: 7.5 m; decks: 4; on-board languages:…

  • MS Meridijan - More Information
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    MS Meridijan

    Classic motor sailer, 19 cabins (approx. 10 m²), built in 2007; Length: 32 m, width: 7 m, decks: 4; On-board languages:…

  • MS Moonlight - More Information
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    MS Moonlight

    The vessel features a 150 m² open/sun deck with comfortable seating areas. After a pleasant cycling excursion, it offers…

Gastronomy

Daily continental breakfast (from Premium category onwards breakfast buffet). Depending on the daily tour, lunch or dinner is provided (all freshly prepared on board). In the afternoon, coffee or tea with cookies.

Information
Our rental bikes
Bicycle Helmet

In Croatia, helmets are mandatory for children and young people up to 16 years of age. For adults, wearing a helmet is not compulsory but strongly recommended.

A rental helmet is provided with all booked rental bikes.

General Information
  • All cycling and sailing stages are weather-dependent; short-term route changes by the captain are possible.
  • A certain level of fitness is required for the partly hilly cycling tours – otherwise, we recommend e-bikes!
  • Your guide will be happy to provide tips for short tours and swimming days!
Place of interest
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    ©  (c) Ivo Biocina / Kroatische Zentrale für Tourismus
    Krk

    Krk ist eine kroatische Insel im Mittelmeer und nach neueren Messungen mit 405,78 km² neben dem gleich großen Cres die größte…

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    ©  (c) Ivo Biocina / Kroatische Zentrale für Tourismus
    Rab

    The island of Rab is known for its numerous sandy beaches and bays with crystal-clear, sparkling blue water. The old town is…

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    ©  (c) Claudia Reiter / Donau Touristik GMBH
    Pag

    The island of Pag is located in Croatia, in the Adriatic Sea. The island’s capital is also called Pag.

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    Losinj

    Lošinj is known for its lush nature, crystal-clear sea, and mild Mediterranean climate. As a paradise rich in flowers and…

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    ©  (c) Ivo Biocina / Kroatische Zentrale für Tourismus
    Cres

    Cres, together with the equally large island of Krk, is the largest island in the Adriatic. In addition to its breathtaking…

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    Opatija

    Opatija is located on the Kvarner Bay and is one of the oldest tourist resorts in Croatia.