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Sail and Bike

Ivica and Antonio were terrific. The food was outstanding. The boat was great. The biking seemed to be going from A to B with little sightseeing.

- Anonymous, 05/10/2026 07:00, Travelled with Friend/s

CHALLENGE

Great crew - waiters Lucy and Geordie were great , always friendly, great attitudes . Chef made some really nice meals ; best gnocchi ever ! There were other crew that assisted us at various times , but did not get their names Guides Borna and Andre took good care of us and were very patient and professional . They regaled us with the history of where we were cycling . Sone of the most beautiful mountains I have ever cycled on - scenery was breathtaking! This trip really tested my stamina . The cabins need updating ; , new mattresses and pillows ;were just not comfortable. I would recommend this bike/boat trip to someone who wants a challenge

- Linda, 02/10/2026 20:20, Travelled with Friend/s

Fabulous Guides on Sail Croatia Cycle Cruise

Natasa and Mario were excellent guide for our week long cycle and sail cruise. They were both very knowledgeable, providing interesting information and guidance for our travels. Both guides were well organized and skilled at presenting materials in an entertaining fashion. Peter, our server was also very friendly, personable and helpful. Natasa went out of her way to assist me which was greatly appreciated. All three staff members made our week most memorable and enjoyable. Thank you Natasa , Mario and Peter!

- Carol, 02/10/2026 15:24, Travelled with Friend/s

Supe amazing tours and great time!

Great!

- Anonymous, 30/09/2026 15:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Enjoyable

The ship was modest but adequate, while the tour guides were exceptional - knowledgeable, friendly, enthusiastic. they truly made the the cycling experience enjoyable and memorable . Overall , a wonderful trip.

- Anonymous, 28/09/2026 12:54, Travelled with Family

Biking with a lot of free time

Croatia was beautiful. Adriatic wonderful to swim in. The week’s scheduling was very regimented. The ports we visited had very strict docking times to enter. Caused us to have some awkward pauses or short swims. Wish our guides had taken time on land ion each to show us around a bit. They made lots of suggestions on what’s app .. but that seemed cold. We could have biked more. Last bike was cut very short because guides did not know roadways closed for clearing and cleaning. They should have found an alternative route. Food was fabulous on board. Crew was very professional and helpful. Ship was much more elegant and updated than I expected. Optional farm lunch tour was dissspointing. No interaction with the farm family .. no tour of farm. Just here’s your food. Heard wine tasting was also very disappointing. Don’t offer and push these options if they are not top notch.. . overall this was ok experience. In Croatia. You can do better.. it was Very touristy . . Make more personal..

- M, 28/09/2026 10:03, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-10-02:

Thank you for your 3 star review. We’re delighted you enjoyed beautiful Croatia, swimming in the Adriatic, the fabulous food onboard, and particularly the professionalism of our crew and quality of the ship. We appreciate your comments regarding the scheduling and would have liked the overall experience to have felt more personal. Port timings and local conditions can sometimes impact the planned cycling and daily schedule, but we understand the disappointment when this results in shorter activities. Your feedback regarding the guidance ashore and optional excursions is also valuable, as we want these experiences to genuinely enhance our guests’ time in Croatia. Thank you for sharing your experience and we hope to have you onboard again in the near future.

Average Experience

The crew and guides for sale Croatia were fantastic. Cal and Sasha, our bike guides, were helpful and fun. The biking was the highlight of the trip. The bikes were high quality. the captain clearly had the safety of the passengers as his top priority. In contrast, simple conveniences were not available. The bathrooms did not contain soap in the shower. Clean towels were only provided once during the week. And storage space and electrical sockets were sparse in the cabin. Also bike bags for carrying personal items like rain jackets… we’re not provided. For the final 24 hours - hot water was not available on the boat. Many extra fees were required during the tour eg bikes through a national forest required additional euros. The food on the boat was average - most of the meats were overcoooked.

- Anonymous, 25/09/2026 09:18, Travelled with Friend/s

Incredible experience, problem with ship

Holiday was fantastic. The crew was absolutely 5 star and so amazing as well as our guides. Special shout out to Borna, Andrej, and Jelena! They are stellar. Biking through the islands was trip-of-a-lifetime incredible with amazing vistas and exposure to culture we could not have experienced otherwise. The only disappointment was we paid for a premium ship and due to some issue with our ship Sail Croatia had to contract a smaller ship with less comforts and it was too small for the number of passengers.

- Shari, 25/09/2026 06:41, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-09-29:

Thank you for your feedback, and we’re pleased to hear that everything else about your experience was positive. Due to a last-minute operational change, the vessel originally allocated to your departure did need to be changed, and we apologise for any disappointment or confusion this caused. However, your booking was for our Premier ship category, and the replacement vessel was also a Premier ship, meaning there was no downgrade in the category booked. Thank you again for travelling with us and for your understanding regarding the last-minute vessel change.

Lower Cabin Beware

The staff, food, and itinerary were wonderful, and Croatia is a beautiful country. We were, however highly disappointed by the size and quality of the lower cabin. We are a couple in our 60’s and we were shocked to be assigned the smallest of rooms with a bunk bed. Nowhere online were photos of this room available or advertised. If we had known the room would be so small, musty smelling, and damp we never would have booked a lower cabin. In fact, we were the first of 22 friends to book and this was the room assigned to us!! We were also quite frustrated by not being told the name of our ship until two days before boarding. It felt like bait and switch being assigned the Mali Luka when it didn’t look anything like the ships advertised on the Sail Croatia website. We absolutely feel that the size and condition of the cabin did not warrant the price we paid, Customers should know exactly what they are paying for!

- Lynn, 24/09/2026 22:48, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-09-29:

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the staff, food and itinerary wonderful and that you enjoyed beautiful Croatia. We are sorry that your cabin did not meet your expectations; however, we would like to clarify that your booking was for our Premier ship category, and Mali Luka is a Premier ship within this category. Our Premier ships offer a comfortable style of small-ship cruising rather than a luxury experience, and bookings are made by ship category rather than a specific vessel. This is why the individual ship is confirmed closer to departure. We also outline in our FAQs prior to booking that cabins across our Premier ship fleet vary in size and configuration and may feature twin beds, a double bed or a bunk-bed style arrangement. While we always endeavour to accommodate guest preferences, a particular cabin layout cannot be guaranteed within this category. For guests looking for a higher standard of accommodation and amenities, or who would prefer to select their specific ship and cabin type when booking, we also offer our Luxury Cycle product. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased that, despite your disappointment with the cabin, the staff, food and itinerary were highlights of your experience.

Croatia island hopping

Great time, the guides did a great job. They were friendly and knowledgeable. The crew was also excellent. On "complaint" is that the food on the boat could have been better. I would still recommend them.

- Christopher, 23/09/2026 18:58, Travelled with Family

Sail Croatia with Biking

Overall we had a good holiday. We were on the Emanuel. The boat was clean.. Biking with guides was very good. We were disappointed in some aspects. The rooms were very tight. We understand this is a boat but our bed was against a wall and the storage was minimal. The bed was very hard and linens/towels were just ok. The room would have felt better if they had used better quality items. It felt more like dorm living or summer camp. No swimming towels provided (which we knew ahead) but this takes a lot of room in a suitcase when traveling. The meals were basic and not of a standard that we expected for a vacation. Bar prices seemed a little high. It was stated not to bring food/drink onboard.. However, there was no food or snacks available other than meals. One day we were sailing 7 hours to avoid a storm and no food provided other than lunch. This meant drinking and no snacking. The upper deck was nice with a shaded area and sun deck but the furniture needs updated.

- Nancy, 18/09/2026 13:57, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-09-29:

Thank you for your 4-star rating and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that overall you had a good holiday, found Emanuel clean and particularly enjoyed the cycling experience with our guides. We’re sorry that some aspects of the onboard experience did not meet your expectations. You travelled on our Premier ship category, which is designed to offer a more comfortable style of small-ship cruising, rather than a luxury experience. For guests looking for a higher standard of accommodation, amenities and onboard comforts, we also offer our Luxury Cycle product. As you noted, swimming towels are not included on our Premier ships and this is communicated prior to departure. We would also like to clarify your comment regarding bringing food onboard. Our policy does not permit external hot meals or takeaway food; however, guests are of course welcome to bring their own dry snacks onboard. We also appreciate your comments regarding the cabin furnishings, meals, bar offering and deck furniture, and will ensure these are shared with the relevant team. Thank you again for travelling with us. We’re pleased that overall you enjoyed your holiday and appreciate your 4-star review.

Mixed review:

5 stars for the flexibility of the tour (great balance of bike, swimming, city walks and sailing time). Low-quality ship with humongous humidity in cabins. For was just ordinary, with little flavour and no variety. Wine policy (buying entire bottles instead of wine by the glass) is ridiculous. Alcool prices are exorbitant on the ship. Example: house is sells 45 euros for 750ml. Tommy sells same brand for 7,95 euro… Despite poor quality of the ship and meal offering, I had a great vacation!

- Liza, 16/09/2026 14:28, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-09-29:

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had a great vacation and particularly appreciate your 5-star rating for the flexibility of the tour, including the balance of cycling, swimming, exploring and sailing. We’re sorry that some aspects of the ship did not meet your expectations. You travelled on our Premier ship category, which is designed to provide a more comfortable small-ship experience, rather than a luxury product. For guests looking for a higher standard of ship, amenities and overall comfort, we also offer our Luxury Cycle product. We also appreciate your comments regarding the meals and onboard drinks offering and pricing, which we will share with the relevant team for review. Thank you again for travelling with us. We’re pleased that, despite these areas of feedback, you ultimately had a great holiday and enjoyed the overall Cycle Croatia experience.

It’s the crew that makes it!

We had such a wonderful week on the cycle trip. The guides, sailors and bar staff were all terrific. The boat was a little tired in places and the linen really needs and upgrade. However their staff did a brilliant job. We loved it and would recommend.

- Anonymous, 16/09/2026 06:29, Travelled with Friend/s

Amazing 🤩

We had a lovely time sailing the Islands of Croatia. Our biking guide Andre was Croatian and he had a wealth of knowledge about each destination and did a great job keeping us safe and giving us freedom to enjoy the area. Our sail Croatia coordinator Callum was amazing as well. He was very professional and fun and also very knowledgeable about Croatia. The ship staff were fabulous. They were very friendly, professional and helpful. Breakfast was a good variety and lunches were always 3 courses and lots of food. Snack were offered in the dining room every day also. Dinners were off the ship at a local restaurant except 2 dinners on the ship. The captain’s dinner and a Bar-b-que. . Both delightful. The only complaint is that the morning coffee was terrible (If you wanted a good coffee you had to buy it), the only portable water was locked up every day at 10pm in the dining room until 7am, and the bedding and towels were only changed once. We showered a lot because of sweating and biking

- Ave, 14/09/2026 14:05, Travelled with Family

NA

Overall was really good. Many aspect of the trip were perfect. The tour guides really made it amazing, especially Cal. Very friendly and funny, set up fun stuff for us to do as well outside of the rides. The boat is where the problem was. Rooms, AM, pillows, bedding were all extremely subpar for what we paid for. I’ve had better accommodations on camping trips. I would rebook with this company again but not on the same boat.

- Anonymous, 30/08/2026 23:07, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-09-07:

Thank you for sharing your 4 star review! We’re so pleased to hear that you had an overall great experience and that Cal in particular helped make your trip so memorable. It’s wonderful to hear that his friendly and fun approach added so much to your time both on and off the rides - we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to them! We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the vessel and onboard accommodation. We understand that guests have different preferences and comfort levels when it comes to accommodation, which is why we offer different product categories. For guests looking for a higher level of comfort, our Luxury Cycle product offers a higher-quality ship and enhanced onboard accommodation, so this would be the option we’d recommend for you on a future trip. We’re delighted to hear you would choose to travel with us again, and we’d love the opportunity to welcome you back for another adventure!

Meh

Varying (hour by hour) ship schedule made it difficult to fully plan/enjoy. Schedule was blamed on docking constraints which were not immediately apparent unless line was saving on fees. Lack of opportunities to swim off ship was also disappointing. Coffee/tea should’ve been available free during all waking hours. More pillows desperately needed. Staff was appropriate.

- Anonymous, 06/07/2026 08:31, Travelled with Friend/s

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-07-08:

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found our crew to be appropriate, and we appreciate your comments on the overall experience. As our vessels operate within busy working harbours, daily schedules can vary depending on port availability, harbour authority requirements, and operational considerations. While this can occasionally impact time in port or swimming opportunities, these decisions are made to ensure the smooth and safe operation of each cruise. We also appreciate your suggestions regarding the availability of complimentary tea and coffee, additional pillows, and swimming stops. Guest feedback such as yours is valuable, and we'll be sure to share your comments with the relevant teams as we continue to review and enhance our onboard experience. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on board again in the future.

Adventurers Only

Not for those that want relaxation and quiet strolling mixed with biking. Not enough time to swim and stroll between biking or even during biking times. No fluff, that’s for sure.

- Anonymous, 29/06/2026 15:14, Travelled with Friend/s

Get Outside with Bike Croatia

My wife and I had a great time on the sailing and biking adventure! The guides, scenery, and bikes were amazing! The routes were challenging at times and very beautiful. We had plenty of free time and made lots of new friends from around the world. We added extra days in Split (before) and Dubrovnik (after) which were both very enjoyable. Really loved this trip!

- John, 29/06/2026 13:00, Travelled with Family

Great tour

Holiday was great. All staff on the boat were great to deal with. Boat was clean and safe as well as the food was excellent. Only drawback was that there were some people not on ebikes which held up the whole tour several times. Would have liked to ebike longer distances but were not able to because of this issue.

- Anonymous, 24/06/2026 13:53, Travelled with Family

Dubrovnik - Split

The trip was fantastic- we had 2 really great guides Ivan and Lujcia- the group on the boat got on well. Such beautiful coastline - cycling on the islands was a fabulous way to see them. Would recommend this trip

- Anonymous, 22/06/2026 05:07, Travelled with Family

The Marin, Josip, and the crew made this trip…

We had a great time on our sail and cycle cruise thanks to Marin and Josip and our crew. Marin was our guide and Josip was our cycling guide and they were a great team-professional and very qualified yet warm and engaging. The support we received from these guys both on and off the bike was really amazing. I feel as though we got really lucky to have them assigned to our group. I took a star away because our boat-the Dionis-was very worn out. There were only 8 plastic loungers strewn about on the top deck and two were broken and there were 27 of us on board. We kept seeing other Sail Croatia boats with a full deck of chairs with cushions and I still can’t understand the disparity. Also, my husband and I ended up with a below deck cabin. It was dark, smelly, and very damp. Even the sheets at night were damp. I feel as though the trip could have been a perfect five stars if Sail Croatia had given more attention to the accommodations on the boat.

- Ricci, 15/06/2026 22:03, Travelled with Friend/s

Exceptional

Beyond expectations. Incredible leaders who gave us a history lesson. Truly ambassadors of the country

- Chris, 15/06/2026 18:38, Travelled with Friend/s

Let the truth be told

The actual holiday was wonderful however the downside was overprice wine and beer with small portions and not very good wine Having to pay bar bill in cash was inconvenient and bad

- Dave Holden, 15/06/2026 14:17, Travelled with Friend/s

Lost in Dalmatia

Great 7 days on board Columbo visiting and cycling a beautiful selection of islands including Hvar, Vis, Korčula, Mljet and Sipan. Always felt we were in safe hands with our calm leader Ivaniča and ever smiling guide Olja.

- Adam, 11/06/2026 13:11, Travelled with Friend/s

Croatia Bike Cruise

Our cruise with Sail Croatia was lovely. The biking was a bit more challenging & athletic than anticipated, so we were happy to have e-bikes. But our tour guides Marin & Natasha were knowledgeable & skilled so we always felt safe. Daily rides lasted 3-6 hours, the latter with added excursions. Some on quiet remote roads, but a few on rather busy thruways. I'd suggest offering a more leisurely bike option with site-seeing stops (we did coffee & beach stops but they were very brief) The boat itself was basic but comfortable (premier class). Our room was adequate & clean, with a large bathroom, plenty of hot water & AC. However there were some lacking amenities such as a comfortable lounge area away from the wind when at sail, with seating enough for everyone on board. We were also expecting sun loungers on the top deck, but there were just a few plastic chairs. Lastly the buffet breakfasts were wonderful, but not the plated lunches. I'd suggest offering buffet instead.

- Anonymous, 10/06/2026 14:55, Travelled with Family

Fabulous

Loved biking in Croatia and seeing many islands. The guides were great. The boat did not have any comfortable out door lounge chairs, many were broken, no cushions. The bedroom pillows were terrible and the bed was very hard.

- Anonymous, 07/06/2026 00:54, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail and Bike in May 2026

I enjoyed the other people on the tour and the guides (Marin and Martin). I did feel that the boat used was not a proper one for this kind of cruise. Once the bikes were loaded there was little room left. I noted other boats when at dock that were roomier on the stern on the middle. Also, the breakfast buffet was poorly organized. Again, there was a lack of space forcing people into a small table area where only one person could get in and had to come back out into the same line. There should be access in the round and not at one of the eating tables. When parked alongside other boats there was no airflow. This became an issue when the air conditioning was not working. The crew was not very friendly, were smoking near the eating area and on their phones. There were no smokers on the tour so it was somewhat disgusting to have to inhale the crews cigarette smoke. They should go off the boat or to the upper deck if they want to smoke. The food was not of good quality. Needs improvement.

- Anonymous, 01/06/2026 11:09, Travelled with Family

Dizare, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2026-06-05:

Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback with us. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed travelling with your fellow guests and that Marin and Martin helped make your experience a positive one. We will be sure to pass on your kind comments to them. We are sorry to learn that several aspects of the onboard experience did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments regarding the vessel layout, dining area configuration, air conditioning, food quality, and crew service. Guest comfort is extremely important to us, and we understand how these issues could have impacted your enjoyment of the cruise. Regarding your comments about the vessel size and onboard space, I can see that you travelled on one of our Premier ships. While these ships offer a comfortable cruising experience, we also offer a Premier Plus category for guests seeking additional space, larger cabins, and enhanced onboard amenities. Many of the larger vessels you may have seen during your cruise would likely have fallen within this category. Thank you again for your constructive feedback and recommendation. We truly value guest insights as they help us continue to improve our experiences.

Fantastic time

Had a fantastic time on Sail Croatia biking cruise. The guides and boat crew were wonderful. We were lucky and had gorgeous weather all but one day. Seeing the different islands by bike was truly special and was awesome to see so much of each island.

- Anonymous, 31/05/2026 22:59, Travelled with Friend/s

Very good

Overall a wonderful experience. The hides were superb, rides were great and scenery unbelievable. A couple of drawbacks - there is a schedule to rides so not as many opportunities to stop and see things or swim etc along the way as I hoped. And did get a little sea sick at times. Also would have preferred a buffet so you could serve yourself the amount of food you could eat. 3 course lunches were sometimes a lot.

- Anonymous, 25/05/2026 16:33, Travelled with Friend/s

Bike and ride

Great time away, food was not to my liking and very bland especially the soups. Mash potato was like slop on plate meat stew very tough. Coffee not nice all agreed bought my own and it went missing. Toilet paper should be filled properly at all times as only little was put in and we kept running out along with others. No ware to sit when weather was so bad as only 4 seats by bar all tables were played straight after breakfast. Breakfast: nothing left one morning at 7.45 when breakfast should have been until 8.30. Plates taken when we were still eating at breakfast meats and cheese removed so fast not time to eat, most days they had breakfast cleared down before 8.15 making many of us feeling rushed and not able to eat what we wanted for our breakfast. The crew were very nice . Would have liked the bikes we paid for to have been available when we were not on ride so we could explore. Felt the whole week centred around them not us.

- karen, 11/05/2026 08:01, Travelled with Family

Cycling / Sailing

The cycling tour guide made it Tonka , Martina Alena were si nice and helpful , Tonka is a HOOT , so helpful , great sense of humour !!!! Christina the hostess was Super !!!!

- Claude, 27/04/2026 00:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Croation Kilometers

We were 4 people that joined an existing group of 24 people that were all connected with each other. We were fortunate in that we all got along great. They were great cheerleaders for those of us not riding e-bikes. Our ride leaders, Ivica and Mario, did an amazing job of planning our rides each day, adjusting routes for the weather and our group's skill level. The crew on the boat were very friendly and helpful. Extra shout out to Christiana, David and our chef (for adjusting meals to meet my vegetarian dietary needs)

- Anonymous, 20/10/2025 23:52, Travelled with Friend/s

Such a fun vacation

We loved the bike and sail it was beautiful, fun, great biking and sights to see, it was absolutely gorgeous!! The food on the boat was incredible and the guides on the boat and the Bike ride were the Best. Tonka and Ema made our trip what it was.

- Lori, 16/10/2025 00:23, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail and cycle, Dubrovnik to Split on the Columbo

Our tour guides, Ivan and Lucy, were fantastic! Ivan led the bike tours, keeping us safe and informed about the challenges of the daily routes, while never losing his sense of humor. Our group ranged from seasoned cyclists to relative newbies, and we rode a range of bicycles, but Ivan identified routes that were both challenging, but manageable, and incredibly scenic for all. Lucy complemented Ivan with her extensive knowledge of the history of each island we visited, leaving us all al little bit more enriched by the experience. She also gave us daily dining and touring recommendations, which allowed us to explore the islands a little bit on our own. They were the dynamic duo, for sure!

- Catherine, 15/10/2025 12:39, Travelled with Friend/s

Dubrovnik to Split Bike Trip

The captain and crew were great. The boat was clean and well kept. We did have some difficulty with enough hot water for showers, but resolved with timing. The guides were excellent. Cheerful, enthusiastic and professional. The food was the reason for the four stars, and maybe I’m being unfair. The cook prepared meals for 31 guests in a broom closet size space and the budget was probably pretty tight. The food was plentiful and had good variety. The only complaint I had, was that the meat was consistently overcooked, especially the fish. It certainly wouldn’t discourage me from booking another trip with this company, or this crew.

- Jeffrey, 15/10/2025 09:29, Travelled with Friend/s

Excellent

Great staff and itinerary. A little more cleaning - railings and doors should be everyday. Sanitizer in dining room and public spaces. Half our group got sick which was NOT fun. Probably not their fault. All else was excellent. Their bikes were well Maintained and it was beautiful.

- Lane, 06/10/2025 20:38, Travelled with Friend/s

Here we gp ...

After 9 months of planning I was eager to embark upon our biking excursion. Ivan an Lucy were exceptionally good guides - offering humour and historical context. The crew were wonderful and the food was delicious.

- Anonymous, 06/10/2025 17:39, Travelled with Friend/s

Very interesting rides through the country side.

- Wayne , 06/10/2025 06:36, Travelled with Friend/s

Great guides, service and beautiful country

My product ? Your product. Guides were great, boat crew was great ! Communication was fantastic ! All logistics great! Breakfast needs some help. Lunches not great. Need to rename the game- no sailing whatsoever. Bike Croatia is more appropriate.

- Robert, 01/10/2025 08:29, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycle Dubrovnik/Split

Cycle guides and Mali Luka staff were all fun and helpful. They all approached their jobs with professionalism and pride. Evan and Ilona took good care of us and shared necessary safety tips in addition to some great stories and history. We had lots of fun. Suggestions to make the experience better: Soap / shampoo in the showers. Towels for boat swims (These are items that don’t work in carryon luggage. Include cycle jerseys in the pkg rate.

- Heather, 30/09/2025 17:21, Travelled with Friend/s

It was an ok cruise.

Provide daily written out itinerary for people to actually read what times and where things were going on. Have an intercom (overhead speaker) so people can be alerted of pertinent info for all passengers. Verbal daily communication from guide was poor on daily activities. Cycle times need to be longer with less “coffee” breaks (30 min ride, 45 min stop) Our guide, was rude. Our other guide, Mario, was great. Overall, first impression of accommodations found that a bed overhead light was broken with wires exposed, safe didn’t work, tight quarters and air conditioning was poor, Reported broken light immediately and it was repaired.. Safe reported not working, told how to use by crew, but those instructions didn’t work….finally found written safe instructions on top shelf (which we couldn’t see beforehand) and was able to get the safe working on our own.. Food was ok. Bikes were outstanding quality….so good, I’m considering purchasing that brand. Swim stops were great.

- Charlene, 29/09/2025 12:51, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2025-10-03:

Hi Charlene, Thank you for your detailed feedback and for highlighting the many positives – we’re pleased to know you enjoyed the swim stops, food, guidance from Mario, and the quality of the bikes, which we’re glad to hear impressed you enough to consider purchasing for yourself. We also appreciate your suggestions regarding a written itinerary, intercom, and cycle breaks, which have been passed on to our Operations Team. We are disheartened to read your comments about one of the Guides, as he has consistently received high praise throughout the season. We’re glad the issues with the light and safe were addressed during your stay, and we will share your note about clearer instructions with our team. Your comments are valuable as we continue striving to enhance our guests’ experience.

Bike and sailing fun

Fun trip biking on beautiful islands. Boat crew were very friendly and helpful and kept the boat in pristine condition. Cabins were small and basic. Better bedding and more towel changes would enhance the experience.

- Lisa, 29/09/2025 04:46, Travelled with Friend/s

All the staff were terrific, especialy or tour directors Tonka and Ema but also the rest of the Zaramaris staff. Food was wonderful. I wish the ship could have provided a shower curtain and some clean linens/towels..

All the staff were terrific, especialy or tour directors Tonka and Ema but also the rest of the Zaramaris staff. Food was wonderful. I wish the ship could have provided a shower curtain and some clean linens/towels.. 4/5 Stars

- Anonymous, 26/09/2025 10:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Overall a great experience

Great staff. Bike routes well laid out and planned with interesting stops for swimming and cafes to get a delicious cup of coffee. Bikes were well maintained and very easy to ride. Any problems that did arise were handled quickly. Breakfast was great with a nice variety of food to choose from. Coffee not so good, needs improvement. Could purchase cappuccino on board which was good. Lunch definitely needs improvement. Most times it was cold. Soup was watery. Desserts were delicious. No on board safety protocols. We didn’t realize until third day into trip that life vests were under our bed. I would definitely recommend this trip.

- Henny, 26/09/2025 09:24, Travelled with Family

Cycle Dalmation coast Islands

Good itinery... Good equipment.. Knowlegable, competent, friendly Guides Great boat (Accomdation, Crew and meals) Altogether a great 7 days. Thank you

- clive, 22/09/2025 14:27, Travelled with Family

Sail Croatia cycling

Croatia is scenic and the cycling was good. The crew of the Princeza Diana was terrific- they worked very hard and were friendly and happy to interact with guests. The food was absolutely top notch- I'd recommend this trip for the food alone. Our guides were only average based on multiple previous cycling trips in Europe. They were pleasant enough but seemed disconnected from their jobs. Perhaps it was late in the season and they had mentally moved on.

- Anonymous, 22/09/2025 12:21, Travelled with Friend/s

Another Great Trip

Dora & Lola were great guides, They were informative and lots of fun . Princess Diana is a lovely boat , cabins clean and well equipped . Quality of food excellent although maybe a bit too much!

- Sarah, 22/09/2025 04:58, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycle/cruise

The guides Ivan and Lucija were very knowledgeable and organized. We alway knew the plan and they provided great local info and recommendations. The food was well prepared and tastey. The coffee was good but cold. Maybe replace the coffee maker with a better style that keeps the urn warmer. The only downside was our ship was charged after all our travel plans were made. The upper bunk mattress was small and uncomfortable.

- George , 20/09/2025 16:35, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail/Bike

Great biking- biking guides did a wonderful job with routes. And experiences on the various islands.. However I feel there should be more swimming time at the various locations we biked to ; instead we had to get back for lunch on the boat. It would have been better for sail Croatia to set up a lunch at the location we were at instead of us going back to the boat. Lunches on the boat were too much/That they were full meals, rather than a lunch.

- Deborah , 19/09/2025 03:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail Cycle Croatia

The cycling was fantastic, unfortunately due to air conditioning issues, the cabin experience was awful. It was hillier than expected, so unless you are a seasoned hill climber, opt for e bike.

- Tracie, 17/09/2025 08:57, Travelled with Friend/s

Lola was an excellent guide and host

Lola was excellent as our tail end guide with good history comments along the way. For constructive criticism I would recommend that the up front lead guide (Srdan) go a bit slower so that we did not spread out into seperate pelotons with the later groups missing turns that Srdan made without stopping to allow the later groups to catch up.

- Anonymous, 16/09/2025 15:28, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycling Sail Croatia

The friends and lovely group of people we shared the experience with. Beautiful country. On the whole, a friendly crew aboard the ship.

- Anonymous, 16/09/2025 15:05, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail Croatia beautiful sights

The biking was the highlight of the sail. The food was good. The lower rooms could use better ventilation. The rooms were very damp. Staff were accomadating

- Anonymous, 08/09/2025 09:43, Travelled with Friend/s

Great Cycle Trip!

This tour is awesome for those who wish to explore the Croatian Isles. E-Bikes are the way to go due to the hilly terrain and if you want to enjoy the scenery. If you really want a challenge then choose road bikes. Summer months are very hot so choose wisely. The itinerary is very good and the staff are awesome. Thank you to the crew and Miranda and Andro for a great week. Cabins are not cleaned daily, only every third day so plan accordingly as this is not communicated. Food was very good, but very salty. George was awesome and very accommodating to all guests. I would recommend this tour.

- Anonymous, 02/09/2025 18:13, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail Croatia anytime

Andre and Sonja were amazing guides and very caring. Both took time to listen and oversea our needs and educate us through the cruise. Kudos to the captain for safety, skills and marine tactics. Very enjoyable trip!

- Michelle, 22/08/2025 19:21, Travelled with Friend/s

Lots of good.

The guides were well informed, handled the large group well, and never left anyone behind. The views we had were spectacular! So glad for e-bikes!! This was a very challenging ride with lots of hills. The staff on board were always kind and happy to meet any needs. The boat was large enough for us to all spread out and was not cramped. The rooms had lots of storage and the bed was comfortable.

- Anonymous, 21/08/2025 15:29, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail Croatia - Trip of a Lifetime

Our time on board the ship and during the cycling cruise was fantastic. The ship's crew was friendly and professional. Our cycling guides, Tonka and Sanja, were excellent, fun, and took us to many wonderful places. They also made numerous recommendations that were very helpful and enjoyable. My only criticism was for communication with the Sail Croatia personnel. It was difficult to find out which boat you were assigned to because that information was buried in a specific email link. I also asked about storage on the bicycles since they had racks and was told there was none. There were panniers provided and I did not need the backpack I had bought based on the misinformation.

- William, 08/07/2025 18:56, Travelled with Friend/s

Great way to see Croatian islands

Being able to cycle and see the places we visited with local knowledge guides. E Bikes makes it much easier and open to a wide variety of abilities. Stopping at every port and trying out local restaurants was also nice.

- Mark , 27/06/2025 04:46, Travelled with Friend/s

Wonderful way to see the Croatian Island

The tour guides Ivan and Lucija made the trips wonderful and unforgettable. Thank you.. It would have been a 5-stars tour if the breakfast varies daily, the ship is stocked with shampoo and the bed mattress is thicker. The staff on board were wonderful. The tour was well organized and the bikes were fantastic. Beach towels were not provided either.. It would have been very nice if these are provided as well.

- Roger, 18/06/2025 15:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Another magic trip

The staff, crew, tour leaders and guests on this boat were a fantastic bunch. Loved every minute. Had an issue with my room. Not what I was expecting for the price and supplement but that wasn’t going to spoil my trip. Boat was great, bar area very social. George n Danilo were great and George’s food was very good. Danny on the bar was the best barman very efficient and fun. Ivancic and Mario were a superb team, we have cycled with Ivancic before. He will never let you down he’s a very focussed customer driven guide. Very trustworthy. We’d like to return but we have visited most of the islands on your itinerary’s… any chance you could mix it up abit? Thanks again. Great holiday x

- Alison, 11/06/2025 16:51, Travelled with Friend/s

Beautiful tour

This tour is a great blend of cruising and riding. The guides, Miranda and Ana, were attentive to a fault, doing their best to keep everyone happy., as were the ship's crew. Guides and crew themselves seemed delighted to be there! The ship, the Mali Ante, was beautiful, clean, and well-run. The riding was well-planned, taking us along relatively easy routes in the countryside, and giving us a taste of many towns and villages, The meals were sumptuous and lovingly prepared. Someone considering this tour should know: - the rides are short, on average, so if they want more focus on cycling, this may not be the tour for them - the saddles for the e-bikes are hard and flat, so it might be an idea to bring a gel cover for comfort - the crew does smoke, and the smoke seems to come into some of the rooms at times, through the ventilation system. - the meals were very meat-heavy Altogether, with these caveats, this was a beautiful tour, thoroughly enjoyed by all.

- Anne, 11/06/2025 05:59, Travelled with Friend/s

Review

The locations and crew were outstanding. Our guides Mario and Marin were full of knowledge and stressed safe riding. The crew on the boat were also very good. The booking process was less than stellar. My son and I were assigned a room with one double bed, not two singles. Since are large people, it did not work. He slept under the bed. Booking knew the assignment but would not/could not change it. Serious screw up by the office staff.

- Larry, 30/05/2025 15:08, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2025-06-05:

Hi Larry, thank you for your review and for your kind words about our guides and crew – we’re delighted you enjoyed the overall experience. We regret to read about your booking experience. As outlined in our FAQs, cabin types vary by ship and are based on 2 people sharing – with configurations including twin beds, bunk beds, or one double bed. Whilst preferences can be requested at booking, we cannot guarantee specific layouts due to each ship’s unique cabin setup and limited availability. Final cabin allocations are confirmed a week before departure. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again.

WAY too big of a group. Too little cycling.

1) Smaller group! With that many riders (32) the faster riders, some of whom would have ridden even faster if allowed, spent way too much time waiting for the slower riders. This was the case on the uphills, the downhills, and the level rides. People ride at different speeds, regardless of terrain or type of bike. 2) Longer, full-day rides. One day was only 10 km, which is ridiculous.

- Anonymous, 27/05/2025 05:58, Travelled with Friend/s

Marijana, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2025-05-27:

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review and share your feedback following your recent Cycle Cruise with us. We're always grateful to hear from our guests, as it helps us continuously improve the experience we offer. We're sorry to hear that the group size and varying riding speeds impacted your enjoyment. Our Cycle Cruises are designed as guided group experiences, and as such, we aim to accommodate a wide range of cycling abilities. To manage this, each ride is led by two experienced guides—one at the front and one at the back—ensuring no one is left behind and that the group remains safe and supported throughout the journey. We appreciate your comments regarding the distance of some rides. Please note that all daily itineraries, including ride durations and distances, are made available in advance of booking. This allows guests to choose the trip that best matches their expectations and ability. Some days do feature shorter rides for safety, logistical, or scenic reasons, and all routes are carefully risk assessed to suit the group setting. While we understand that some guests may prefer longer or more individually tailored rides, our Cycle Cruises are intentionally designed as shared adventures—focused on group camaraderie, support, and exploration at a pace suitable for a diverse range of participants. That said, we do value your input and will take your feedback into consideration as we continue to refine our itineraries and offerings. We thank you again and we hope to welcome you again in the future on another journey!

Sail Croatia

The cycle guides Miranda and Matilda were great, very helpful and friendly. The rides were good The boat was ok but lacked sun loungers and cushions, also not enough chairs for everyone

- Steve, 26/05/2025 05:46, Travelled with Friend/s

Room for improvement

The ship was in great shape and the Captain very skilled. the crew worked hard to make our week a fun/safe time and they succeeded. However, meals are a big part of our annual boat and bike trips. Here they failed. The meals were far too heave generally and the BBQ night was substandard with much meat and few veggies...and they were buried under all that meat. The meal was awful. Equally as bad was the captains dinner of steak that was unchewable...oh, the coffee was worse than any I had in the Navy and I didnt thimk that woukd ever be possible...undrinkable sludge..this boat & bike towr tour 7th as a group. It was the also the first to not put out a nice happy hour food spread...only pretzels and biscuits. All in all, I won't recommend this trip .

- Dennis, 21/05/2025 13:13, Travelled with Friend/s

Marijana, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2025-05-22:

Thank you for taking the time to review us! We’re delighted to hear that you found our Captain very skilled, our crew hardworking, and the ship in a great condition. It’s always rewarding to know our team contributed to a safe and enjoyable experience. We're truly sorry to learn that the food during the Captain's dinner and BBQ did not meet your expectations. We understand how important meals are in shaping the overall travel experience. Your comments regarding the menu containing too much meat and poor quality of coffee are especially valuable, and we’ll be sharing them with our team as we work to refine and expand our offerings to better cater to a wider range of dietary preferences and expectations. While we regret that your experience didn't leave you feeling confident to recommend us based on the meals provided, we appreciate your honesty. Feedback like yours plays a crucial role in helping us to improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future with enhancements that reflect your input.

Sail Croatia

Service

- Jacob, 19/05/2025 15:48, Travelled with Friend/s

Good trip, small changes could make it great

Our guide Tonka was fantastic. The boat was clean and the crew was friendly and extremely competent. The group size was too large for me (30) and we ended up having to stop for long periods while we waited for non-e-bike riders to catch up. I found this frustrating and believe the two bike types need to be separated in mountainous terrain. We had a sun deck on our boat but there were no chairs or any way to sit on it. It only had permanent sunbathing pads fixed to the deck. That was a disappointment as there was not seating anywhere outside for the entire group. The boat maintenance needed a bit of improvement as multiple lights in our cabin did not work and the air conditioner never cooled the room. Croatia was gorgeous and the ride routes were fantastic. Food was good and the bikes were very comfortable and well maintained. I would not use Sail Croatia again unless they separate the bike types and have smaller group offerings or split the group with two lead guides.

- Thann, 14/05/2025 15:05, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2025-05-16:

Hi Thann, thank you for your 4-star review. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the stunning Croatian scenery, the quality of the bikes, the meals served and that Tonka and our crew made a positive impression. We value your insights and will be reviewing the points you've raised regarding group sizes, bike type separation, deck seating, and cabin maintenance. Feedback like this is essential in helping us maintain the high standards we strive for. We're continually reviewing our operations to ensure the best possible experience for all guests, and your input helps us refine how we manage mixed-ability groups on tour and improve our overall services. Thank you again for your comments — they help us create a better experience for all our guests.

Loved the experience however….

I felt that while the guides did an exemplary job. The large number of cyclists (29) in the group was dangerous. The group should have been split into two. Complimentary tea and coffee while on board would have been appreciated. Other cycling tours we’ve been on gave out water bottles which are fun to have and a source of advertising for the company.

- Marion, 12/05/2025 10:51, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2025-05-13:

Hi Marion, thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that you found our guides exemplary - their passion and professionalism are something we’re proud of. Regarding your concern about the group size, we understand that safety is a top priority, and it is for us also. That’s why we always ensure there are two experienced guides on each ride – one leading at the front and one supporting at the back – to manage the group effectively and maintain safety throughout the journey. We appreciate your suggestions about complimentary refreshments and branded water bottles. These are great ideas, and we’re always looking for ways to enhance our guests’ experience, so your input has been noted for future planning. Thank you again for riding with us – we value your insights and hope to welcome you back on another tour soon.

Great staff, great facilities but…

The staff could not have been more helpful, the guides were knowledgeable and were quick to make changes when the weather demanded it. However charging €40 for a bottle of sparkling wine that retails at £6 is outrageous.

- Colin, 12/05/2025 10:14, Travelled with Family

Great Tour!

nice group 50 to 80 years old friendly people. Great bike rides on beautiful island boat ok, no sailing - there are no sails. friendly and helpfull staff

- Susanne, 20/10/2024 15:19, Travelled with Friend/s

Wonderful Guides

Our guides Miranda and Tonia were the best! They were encouraging and helpful and knowledgeable! The boat was nice however I might mention a few things they could improve. Be more transparent about pricing of drinks. Choices of breakfast food could be better. Like more fruit and better toaster. Squeegee for showers to help with humidity in the rooms. Better WiFi in rooms. The ports were amazing and captain was great at parking the boat! I love Croatia and the people who live there are friendly and kind! We will be back!

- Demetria, 18/10/2024 10:01, Travelled with Friend/s

Good trip

The organization of the biking trip and the crew,

- Anonymous, 11/10/2024 08:33, Travelled with Friend/s

An amazing adventure!

Our tour hosts Ivan and Lucija were wonderful hard working guides. Thanks. Lucy and the rest of the kitchen staff were amazing. Thanks. The ship, crew and captain were amazing. Thanks. To be at a beautiful Croatian port, on the Adriatic sea in the morning and not allowed to have any type of coffee on the ship till 7:30 is a sad fact.

- Rob, 09/10/2024 16:36, Travelled with Friend/s

Croatia September 2024

The other cyclists on board made this holiday so much fun. They were all so friendly and easy going. All with a sense of adventure and fun. Having never visited Croatia before I was blown away by its beauty. A truly amazing holiday. I will definitely be back.

- Anonymous, 07/10/2024 08:33, Travelled with Friend/s

Highly recommend!

I enjoyed the sail/cycle cruise immensely and would do it again in a heartbeat if I had the opportunity. Our tour guides, Lola and Dora, were the very best we could have hoped for. They went above and beyond to make our time enjoyable, especially as we had to change the planned itinerary due to the weather. I can't speak highly enough of them, and the crew on our boat 'Columbia' from 14 to 21 September. Thank you!

- Caroline, 04/10/2024 11:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Great trip. Boat was fun - though not terribly comfortable.

Lots of great people on this trip including two great guides and the ships crew. The biking was challenging and fun though 32 people are rather a lot to organize. The boat was not as good as we hoped, but probably our fault as we thought we had gone premium plus rather than premium. Cabins were very small and the food was OK but not great.

- Peter, 02/10/2024 23:12, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycle trip

Friendly staff. Well organized guides. Clean ship

- Anonymous, 02/10/2024 08:07, Travelled with Family

Good

Travelled with a group of 12. Overall a great experience,. Although, we all felt rushed when riding , I can appreciate that when on a boat there are things we don’t know that may cause the riding time to be rushed, like having to deal with weather and docking times. These things should be taken in to consideration when choosing routes and times of riding. More time for sightseeing and swimming would have made my experience a lot better. The crew and guides did an amazing job. Would definitely refer friends to Sail Croatia.

- Debbie, 30/09/2024 07:30, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail and Cykling on the Croatian islands.

The cabins were cold and the first nigt on board the boat we could hardly sleep due to the chill in the cabin. We could not control the tempreture in the cabin. The cabin had lower standard than we expected. The food served on board was not good.Breakfast was good but lunch and grill could have been better.. I had the feeling during the trip that we were alwayes in a hurry. and the cykling tours not relaxed.Not much time for fotos or to observe the scenery etc. Nevertheless we enjoyed the trip.The staff was friendly and helpful at all times.

- Pall, 26/09/2024 17:53, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2024-10-02:

Hi Pall, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your trip and found our staff friendly and helpful, though we're sorry to learn that some aspects didn't meet your expectations. Regarding the temperature in your cabin, we’d like to mention that the AC units onboard also have a heating function. Our Onboard Rep would have been more than happy to assist with this, had they been made aware of your discomfort. We appreciate your feedback on the meals. While breakfast met expectations, we'll pass your comments on to our team regarding the lunches served. In terms of the cycling pace, our Cycle cruises are designed for the more active traveler who enjoys a faster-paced itinerary. However, for those seeking a more relaxed experience with plenty of time to take in the scenery and capture photos, we offer other options such as our Explorer or Elegance cruises. These might be more suited to a leisurely travel experience in the future. Thank you again for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back onboard soon for another adventure.

Amazing Sail and Cycling Experience

As the weather was inclement to keep to the original itinerary, the crew and tour guides were awesome in adapting our itinerary and cycle routes. The places they ported were just as amazing and beautiful.

- Kylie , 23/09/2024 16:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Crofty1

Best way to see Croatia by Boat and Bike. Biking tge islands on ebikes is the only way to go!!! Fantastic. Staff and Crew were awesome. Food was Great. Chef was awesome and full of exuberance. I only downgraded to 4 stars due to Cabin comfort. Need better air circulation and climate control for sleeping.

- John, 23/09/2024 10:06, Travelled with Friend/s

Express and unite the love of both people and nature

I was very happy with the tour. The crew was happy going and all operations were smooth, The guides were well qualified, engaged and expressed kindness towards the the guests every day of the tour. Indeed a very good experienced, the second time I go with Sail Croatia in the beautiful area. My suggestions are: 1) Slow down the bike tours, make more brief stops to enjoy the splendor of nature. 2) Make the diet more in accordance with environmental and dietary recommendation (less meat, more vegetables and fruits). Furthermore, take measures to reduce food wast. As a first step, measure the food waste on board and calculate how much it costs. 3) Express your concern for nature in the selections of all materials and operation; including detergents, sorting of waste, motor efficiency; even the use of sails when possible. 4) Improve considerably the quality of the coffee you serve. For many people a good cup of coffee makes even a rainy day bright and sunny.

- Tryggvi Felixson, 23/09/2024 08:47, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycle, Swim, Sightee Dalmatian Coast

This is a well organised & experienced company who deliver what they claim. We visited scenic port villages, ate well, did some cycling (not as much as we wanted due to inclement weather) and made new friends from around the world. The crew & guides worked really hard to meet the varied needs of the guests.

- Frank, 19/09/2024 05:23, Travelled with Friend/s

Great trip, even with bad weather

We loved the bicycle part of the trip and the beautiful stops at night. Some of our itinerary changed due to bad weather and port issues, but the crew and guides worked to make it a good experience, and it was.. However guests got seasick. My only problem was caused by jumping into the water from the top of the boat, and that was due to my poor judgment. Swimming in the sea was fun!

- Kay, 16/09/2024 04:38, Travelled with Friend/s

Great trip but

Fabulous trip great meeting people worldwide the islands we stopped at were amazing tour was well a organised food was ok drinks were very expensive on the boat I think a lot more drinks would be served if this was not so excessive also hidden costs should be told up front paying for national parks and also the city tax was a lot more expensive than hotels city tax ?why ? we paid 3 times more than normal city tax when i questioned this I was told this was for staff for lifting bikes on and off ? is that not part of the holiday fees? need to be up front to people with all these charges shame only thing that put dampner on an exciting holiday

- mario, 15/09/2024 18:42, Travelled with Friend/s

Holly, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2024-10-01:

Dear Mario, Thank you for your recent 4 star review. I'm pleased to see you had a fabulous time on-board your recent Cycle Cruise, and you appreciated the organisation of the tour. We do advise on our FAQS, and also your Online Account that there is a "A local payment of 40 Euros per person is payable onboard your Sail Croatia Cruise. This payment incorporates port fees and tourist taxes throughout the week and is subject to change." so that is not a surprise to guests when on-board the cruise. Thank you for your feedback on the food and drinks, this is appreciated and will be passed onto our Operations Team. We do appreciate you as a valued customer of ours and are glad the feedback raised in your review did not deter you from having a great time on board. We hope to welcome you again in the future!

Cycle and Sail

More info ahead of time about boarding place and process. Better communication about the agenda, activities etc. Maybe a "white board" with cycling distances, times, degree of difficulty, planned stops etc. Also, more info ahead for non cyclists and which stops we were having dinner on our own. Announcements were not made ahead of time and were difficult to hear with engines running. More time to explore port towns. Especially Brac....no time after the ride to see the port. Food and crew were fantastic. Trip was fantastic and the rides were great

- merci, 13/09/2024 10:25, Travelled with Friend/s

Great trip

The land, the people and many others things, and most importantly the tour guides, Míla and Maren 👌👌

- Anonymous, 11/09/2024 08:30, Travelled with Friend/s

Lovely trip

Landscape and surroundings were wonderful. Bicycle trips were very nice - I only regret having more time to take photos on the way. Staff on board were helpful and charming. And the best part:: getting to know and make friends with other international guests were fantastic!

- Anonymous, 10/09/2024 07:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Fun trip

Loved the islands and the sea was amazing. Our trip, in August, made for really hot biking but great swimming. The tour ran like a clockwork schedule. The right mix of hard work and down time. Our bike guide could have been a bit more personable. Food was great bur so much was a bit overwhelming. Because boats were anchored together with other boats overnight loud passengers crossing in and out often disturbed our sleep late into the night. A sign for "Quiet hours after 10pm" would have been great. Our room was very comfortable but more hooks on the walls are needed. Our stewardesses, Paula and Olga and our tour coordinator Mila were great as were the whole crew.

- stacey, 03/09/2024 09:11, Travelled with Friend/s

Great time

The combination of riding to touring was great. Last couple of days would have been nice to have some more cycling but I recognize this is dictated by the size of the island.

- Ian, 02/09/2024 12:17, Travelled with Friend/s

Beautiful

It was a lovely trip through the Dalmatian Islands, the cycling was challenging yet worthy, but I do think the bar prices on the boat could have been more competitive. We found ourselves preferring to be gathered in a bar or restaurant when we’d have rathered stay on board and have a drink on the top deck, etc. the dining room was often stiflingly hot, the AC may have been a good idea on some of the particularly hot days. The crew and staff were great, very efficient, and overall this was the best way to see this gorgeous country. Thank you!!

- Karen, 02/09/2024 04:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Afroditi

The crew was amazing. From Andre our server to Matek and Christiana the sailors, everyone was friendly, helpful and competent. The cabins were small and cramped. Not much storage space. But we were only in our cabins to sleep or shower. Katarina and Mila were excellent cycling guides. Meals were substantial- no need to ever go hungry! It would be great if there was some decent coffee at breakfast. The coffee was terrible! The cycling was made easier with the e-assist bikes. One suggestions is to divide the cycling groups. Those on e bikes and those on standard bikes. Those on e bikes were always waiting for the standard cyclists to catch up. It felt like we were constantly interrupting our ride.

- Anonymous, 30/08/2024 21:03, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail ride

The guides and boat staff where welcoming and fun to be with and being with like minded people

- Peter, 11/07/2024 22:49, Travelled with Friend/s

Perfect Combination

Great combination of bike time, boat time, and town time with friends old and new. Croatia is a beautiful country to visit. Guides and Crew were excellent.

- Trefor, 26/06/2024 17:10, Travelled with Friend/s

Just the right mix

if you have a group of bikers and non-bikers, and want enough biking and cruising and hiking and walking for everyone, the cycle cruise is just the right mix. We found ourselves never really needing more of any one thing (especially food). The staff was amazing and really do everything they can to make sure you are always comfortable.

- Eliot, 24/06/2024 12:39, Travelled with Friend/s

Biking around

The boat was very comfortable, the crew were excellent, the food was plentiful, the bikes were well organized and worked well. The rides were good with some challenges. We would of liked to have opportunities to take some more pictures of the country side and some pretty villages. The itinerary was obviously limited by the boats schedule in the harbors by the ports authorities. We really enjoyed the time on board.

- Leonie , 24/06/2024 06:50, Travelled with Friend/s

A-1

Great Staff great ship .

- Rob, 17/06/2024 16:04, Travelled with Friend/s

Croatian holiday

Beautiful locations, the scenery was amazing. The E-bikes were a revelation it was as easy or as hard as you wanted it to be. The staff and boat crew were very friendly and hospitable. Wonderful way to spend a week in the Adriatic.

- Grant, 17/06/2024 06:18, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycle sail

Our guides were so kind,helpful and great knowledge of the islands.

- Dorothy , 27/05/2024 05:13, Travelled with Family

Very enjoyable

Staff, boat, food especially lunch Waiting staff very good and friendly

- John, 21/05/2024 18:32, Travelled with Friend/s

incredible sights

seeing all the beautiful sights of Croatia was amazing and the ebike made it all possible. I would have loved a little book/hand out of our bike paths and information about the culture in each area-It's not easy to remember everything the guides tell us. The room did smell a bit which was unpleasant and I wish we could've opened the windows. I wish we had more leisure time to explore the little towns. I loved the free coffee drinks on board and the staff was great. Loved having this experience staying on a beautiful boat- thank you!

- Anonymous, 04/05/2024 13:27, Travelled with Family

Holly, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2024-05-10:

Hi there, thank you for your 4-star review. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to hear that you had an amazing time seeing Croatia's beautiful sights, the E-Bikes are certainly a great addition to a Cycle Cruise! Thank you for the feedback. At times if there is bad weather, smell can occur in the bathroom emitting from the shower drains. This is due to the movement of the ships on the water whereby this movement opens up airflow at the back of the pipe and into the bathroom. This is addressed in the Welcome Speech by the Sail Croatia Representative on board. Thank you for the kind words for the staff on-board, we will be sure to pass this on, and we hope to welcome you on-board again in the future.

Great trip

We loved the boat and the travel guides on our trip to Croatia. Our itinerary was well planned, and our cycling guides were experienced and have been doing this for many years. The kitchen catered to our dietary requirements, vegetarian and vegan. Thankyou Sam Croatia team

- Shane, 01/05/2024 05:14, Travelled with Family

Great fun!

I really enjoyed the Sail Croatia cycling cruise. Andrej and Andro did an amazing job taking us for our cycling tour on each island we stopped at. They shared excellent information and history of each place we visited and having an e-bike made the cycling more enjoyable. The staff on the boat were friendly too. The only complaint I have is regarding the food. I was expecting a higher standard of meal and more variety of vegetables and different meats. There were a lot of fish meals. Sometimes the options for breakfast ran out before everyone had the chance to have some. This could be a particular flavour yoghurt or chocolate croissants. Towards the end of the week, black teabags ran out and were not replenished. This meant we went without. This was particularly disappointing as the cost to buy more would have been minimal. Apart from this, we all had a wonderful adventure.

- Anonymous, 24/10/2023 12:43, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2023-10-31:

Hi there, thank you for your 4-star review. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the islands and found our guides, Andrej and Andro, to be excellent - providing you with a wealth of knowledge and insight into Croatian culture and history. In regards to the meals, were are saddened to hear you were not completely satisfied with the meals provided. All cruises include 3-course lunches, typically consisting of a starter, main course, and dessert, prepared with fresh, local produce. We value your input and will use your comments to ensure a wider variety of options are available in the future. We are disappointed to hear of the inconvenience you experienced with breakfast options and the shortage of black tea bags towards the end of the week. Your comments are duly noted, and we will work to improve these aspects of our service. Please note that upon request, our crew are more than happy to replenish this when required. We are pleased to hear that, aside from the dining concerns, you had a wonderful adventure with us. Your feedback helps us enhance the experience for future guests. Thank you once again for choosing Sail Croatia, and we hope to welcome you on board again in the future.

Last trip for the season

The staff were fantastic, we had wonderful weather and our room was better than expected. Andro and Andrej were fantastic, fun and informative guides. Cannot fault them at all. What was disappointing was the meals deteriorated as we got close to the end. We ran out of black tea bags 2 days before the end. Last night was a real fizzer, as we wanted to party with everyone, but we’re not allowed to play any music.

- Barbara Weston, 22/10/2023 10:22, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycling

The staff was the number one reason for the rating The scenery was number two The route and the electric bike experience was number three The reason for it not being rated a five star was the dampness of the rooms, the fact that the shower did not drain properly, and the lack of good vegetarian offers.

- Jennifer, 16/10/2023 06:01, Travelled with Friend/s

Marijana, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2023-10-23:

Hi Jennifer, thank you for your 4 star review. We are so pleased to read our staff took such great care of you and that you have enjoyed the scenery, itinerary and the bicycles provided. Upon checking our internal reports, there were no reports of issues regarding the dampness in your cabin and the shower not draining properly. We have a rigorous process in place for any issues that arise onboard, which is outlined in your pre-departure information. Following this process ensures that no incident is left unreported and gives us the best chance to resolve this during the cruise for you. We thank you for your feedback regarding more vegetarian options. Feedback is very important to us so the points you've raised and suggestions you have made will be passed onto the Operations Manager. Thank you, this is very much appreciated. Thank you again for joining us!

A week of bliss

Personally I love the organisation, the biking cruise was realky well calculated to enjoy the beauty of the islands without the extenuation of going on on our own.

- Marlene, 13/10/2023 12:01, Travelled with Friend/s

Best vacation

Our guides Evichia and Tonka were fantastic. Always accommodating and available to answer questions and address concerns.

- Paul, 11/10/2023 14:10, Travelled with Friend/s

Great way to see the beautiful islands of Croatia!

The bikes, rides, swims and staff were great! Each day we took our ebikes on a guided ride through the various islands from Split to Dub. Breakfast and lunch on the boat was very good. Swimming at the beaches or off the boat was a definite highlight! The bedding and rooms on our particular boat could use a refresh.

- Anne, 10/10/2023 16:18, Travelled with Friend/s

I will do this again

The trip was an excellent value. The guides were good and the bikes were in great shape. Next time I do this trip it will not be in a below-deck cabin. My only other complaint is the dining salon is small and very noisy when full. It was much better when we could expand to the tables outside.

- Gordon, 10/10/2023 13:29, Travelled with Friend/s

Princess Diana 30 sept

Loved the atmosphere on the boat and crew were all amazing, rooms were lovely size and bathrooms excellent size, cycling trips were amazing and co ordinated so well, staff were a credit to the company

- shona, 09/10/2023 06:28, Travelled with Friend/s

Amazing Croatia

I’ve just had a week on Eos … cycling from Split around the islands. Firstly the App wants reviewing because it didn’t accurately match the holiday we were on. Secondly the pre trip advice from you clearly says pack very very light and perhaps pack a track suit for the evening. No!… you will be underdressed ( as I was) you will want to dress up a bit in the evenings and go out to restaurants and also there is plenty of room under your bunk for a big suitcase! The boat was really fun but disappointed that we paid for premier and didn’t get onto the other boat which had a far higher standard of cuisine. Confused also to learn that our travel mates from the states paid around 35 per cent less for the same holiday? 32 in a cycling group was a bit chaotic in places as this is a very big group, but the overall trip was fantastic. Really beautiful islands and fun travel companions so I would highly recommend and will certainly be going again. The e bike was great!

- Anonymous, 04/10/2023 09:46, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2023-10-09:

Hi there! Thank you for your 4-star review - we truly appreciate it. It's great to hear you found the cruise to be fun, enjoyed the beautiful islands and the company of your fellow travellers. The E-bike certainly comes in handy for some of the more challenging rides, so it's great to hear you agree! We appreciate your comments on the App and we will look into this further, thank you. The pre-trip advice is for guidance only and we highlight to bring clothes for cooler evenings (a tracksuit, fleece, trousers and windbreaker). I see you booked a Premier ship and it is likely you are referring to our Premier Plus ships which are of a higher category. Our prices are subject to change at any time and prices are in various currencies. We take the safety of our passengers very seriously hence why we have implemented a maximum number of 32 travellers on our Cycle cruises after careful consideration of itinerary conditions and a thorough health and safety risk assessment. We have 2 experienced guides per group ensuring the enjoyment and safety of passengers throughout the ride. It's wonderful to know you would recommend our cruise and we hope to welcome you onboard for another Active Adventure!

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The Sail Croatia team were extremely helpful and intent on making the experience the best that it could be. My one improvement would be a mirror on the bike as traffic was heavy in some places and it was unnerving not to be able to see oncoming traffic. I appreciate that no mirror is standard practice on bike tours but that does does change the need for mirrors.

- Anonymous, 02/10/2023 04:41, Travelled with Friend/s

Marijana, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2023-10-03:

Hi there, thank you for your 4 star review! We appreciate your comments regarding the excellent service provided, and we appreciate your comments regarding mirrors on the bikes which will be passed on to the Operations team. We thank you for joining us on the cruise and we hope to welcome you onboard again soon!

Fun time on Afrodita!

Rooms could be updated with fresh paint and new beds. Bedding and towels need replacing. The bike tour guide should have more small bike tools that riders could use to adjust to their own bike to suit size rather than waiting for guide to do. I felt lunch was too big as it was dinner style. most people preferred lighter food for lunch.

- Shirley, 27/09/2023 19:30, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2023-10-02:

Hi Shirley! Thank you for your 3-star review. It's great to see from the feedback you provided, that you enjoyed other aspects of the cruise and would recommend us, that's wonderful, thank you! There is a mid-weekly cleaning service where towels and bedding are changed, and rubbish is removed. If guests are in need of further towels, these can be provided upon request. Prior to your cruise, we request height details and each bicycle is adjusted and tailored to match your height. In regards to the bike tools, our guides will have these available if needed and they can be requested for personal use. As for the meals, we understand that strenuous cycling each day requires proper nourishment, due to this we offer hearty 3-course lunches to fuel you for your cycling adventures. In saying this, we appreciate your comments and suggestions, and these will be shared with the relevant team for continual improvements.

Great way to experience the Croatian Islands

Good routes. Local knowledge was good. Variety of sights.

- Michael, 25/09/2023 01:15, Travelled with Friend/s

Wonderful guides but the boat needs improvement

When you travel and are doing rigorous exercise everyday in the heat more than a two towel per week seems necessary. Also the towels were all very old. The bedding needs more frequent changing. The bike ride difficulty needs more specific disclosure. Three hours in the saddle is a long time. Provide beach towels, more fresh vegetables. Also snacks for long hard rides, the riders without e bikes could have used it.

- Jayne, 25/09/2023 01:15, Travelled with Family

Marijana, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2023-09-25:

Hi Jayne, Thank you for taking the time to review your cruise with us this summer. We are so pleased to hear you found our guides to be wonderful! Thank you for your further feedback which has been passed on to the relevant departments. All information regarding the itinerary and level of difficulty each day can be found on our website and is available before making the selection and booking. Our experienced sales consultants are also available for any questions that may arise during the booking process and assist with making informed decisions. Thank you so much for joining us!

Trip from Split to Dubrovik.

The whole "package" was quite good. Guides, bar/food and of course the rest of the crew. As we had a lot with Maria and both in the bar, I just want to say that these were unbelievably nice and talented people. But breakfast could have been somewhat more varied. We were on MS P Diana.

- Tor Arne, 18/09/2023 14:27, Travelled with Friend/s

Sea and Cyling

The assortment of food on the boat for breakfast and lunch was excellent. The variety of terrain and vistas was equally as satisfying. Our accommodations were perfect for our needs. The only negative for the journey was the smell of cigarette smoke at times on the boat, especially at meal times. It was a second-hand, drifting issue but bothersome none the less. Would absolutely recommend a trip of this type to others.

- J. David, 18/09/2023 11:11, Travelled with Friend/s

Amazing

Even though I was stunned by the challenging climbs, typically right out of the gate. Reaching the top was personally satisfying. Many other experiences to enjoy on this trip, but mine was the physical challenge.

- Brenda, 18/09/2023 11:01, Travelled with Friend/s

Great Experience

Overall the trip was really well organized. Staff and Crew were very friendly and helpful with answering questions and preparing for each day. The days were full of adventure, laughter and with beautiful scenery. I would recommend this trip.

- Janyce, 18/09/2023 10:34, Travelled with Friend/s

Milo

Good organization of bike trips

- Carol, 18/09/2023 09:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Ginnie1007

Great vacation!!! We enjoyed lots of activity. We would have liked to have more time cycling. Many times routes were cut short to get back for meals on the boat. We had to stay together so not an option for independent time. It would have been nice to have the bikes for free time, but because of so many boats in the harbor, they had to put them all back as soon as we were back from the group tours This was a great way to see the Dalmatian Islands. Definitely a good value

- Gnmie, 13/09/2023 12:47, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail Croatia cycling trip

The crew very helpful and our guides were very knowledgeable and helpful

- Cheerie, 11/09/2023 08:45, Travelled with Friend/s

Great adventure and value for the dollar

The people. Marin and Nina were excellent. (Captain and cook, I didn't have a ton of interaction, but they were always pleasant) Organization: Everything was very organized Relaxed attitudes of everyone We had a great adventure. We didn't quite realize the comfort level of the boat. We will definitely book upscale next time And we will definitely be back!

- Anonymous, 05/09/2023 18:49, Travelled with Friend/s

Uphill battle

I should have ridden on an e-bike instead, even though I ride a bike regularly I was not prepared for the challenge of riding the climbs. The guides were extremely supportive and patient with me on this trip. The islands were great to explore on a bike ride, as the scenery was amazing and varied from day to day.

- Anonymous, 04/09/2023 05:51, Travelled with Family

A Fun Sail & Bike Cruise

The bike/ sail cruise was great overall, what made the trip was our tour leaders Marija and Andrej. They were extremely friendly, outgoing and easy to connect with, they provided local recommendations of what to do and where to go. Also, the group of people on the boat were great, a slightly older crowd that knew how to have fun and connect with each other. The food on the boat was average which I expected it would be, definitely needs more attention. The bikes were in great condition without any faults, exceeded my expectation. The room was okay however bathroom needs a detailed clean and the shower curtain had mould. A little disappointed that our first day riding got cancelled due to rain and also advised it was a public holiday, so we stayed in spilt for the night. The public holiday should have been worked around in advance for an alternative, understand about the rain issue. Paying for drinks in cash was annoying, I would have bought more if able to pay on credit card.

- Vince, 14/08/2023 07:14, Travelled with Friend/s

Great way to see the Dalmatian Islands!

We had a great time cycling the Dalmatian Islands with the Mali Ante crew. Our guides Mila and Miranda provided great historical information about the towns and were very fun to ride with. The onboard crew was wonderful as well, taking care of our rooms and providing great food. We even got them to dance with us on the night of Captain's dinner. The only recommendation I have is to consider an eBike. I'm a cyclist at home, but was happy to have an eBike to get over those beautiful (but steep!) hills.

- Julie, 07/07/2023 18:36, Travelled with Family

Bike Croatia

Small group, good guides, bike adventures. There should be more details on the physical aspects of the bike touring as those that chose the hybrid bikes found some of the hills tòo strenuous.

- Anonymous, 29/05/2023 19:17, Travelled with Friend/s

Great

The guides and staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The bikes were comfortable and ran smoothly.The only complaint was the lunch which at times the protein was over cooked.

- Barbara, 25/05/2023 09:26, Travelled with Family

Sail/cycle Croatia. Milena May 12th

This was my 3rd trip with sail Croatia. Split-Dubrovnik. It did not disappoint Travelled with family & friend. After some minor issue at booking with cabin allocation. Swiftly sorted. Despite the bad weather for early part of the week we had a great time. The itinary was changed slightly due to weather conditions & guest safety. Marin & Ivan did their very best to ensure alternative sight seeing trips were available to accommodate this. The cycling was challenging enough for those on hybrid bikes. Captain & crew really friendly. Boat was clean. Food plentiful. If there was anything I would change.. please maybe longer circular cycling routes rather than there & back.. we were a larger group of 30 but safety was second to none. A massive thank you to Marin & Ivan for their friendliness, and showing us some stunning places. And providing us with great laughs. WE made some lovely friends and great memories. Would highly recommend sail Croatia 🙂

- Anonymous, 22/05/2023 20:38, Travelled with Family

Wonderful trip - boating and biking

Our guides Marin and Ivan were very knowledgeable and attentive. The boat Milena was a great base allowing us to explore the Dalmatian islands by bike.

- Rick, 22/05/2023 15:44, Travelled with Friend/s

What a way to see Dalmatia

The crew were very friendly and hard working. The ports were beautiful and well managed and everything was always on time. The beds weren't great but OK. The food was plentiful and usually quite good.

- Anonymous, 23/10/2022 10:16, Travelled with Friend/s

Bike and sail was fun

e bikes saved the trip. Food and sleeping arrangements could have been better

- Anonymous, 17/10/2022 07:09, Travelled with Friend/s

What an experience!

The whole tour was fantastic. However, I’m very disappointed that I could not get a riding shirt. You say you were out of stock. Very disappointing. How can I order a medium cycling shirt for myself? This was going to be my souvenir from the tour. I also wish you had sales of your hats and shirts on the boat. That would have been great commercial advertising for future friends and family to want to come Sail Croatia. You are missing a great opportunity.

- Janet, 11/10/2022 05:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Great vacation

Great bike rides with fantastic views. I appreciated the historical information as we explored. The food was great, the staff worked hard and was very professional.

- Charlene, 10/10/2022 11:28, Travelled with Friend/s

Great price, great way to see the Dalmatian Islands

Guides were outstanding. Tailored each day's rides to the group. Gave options. Knew the terrain. The food needs work. Portions were huge. Occasionally, as they tried to serve 32 people at once, they plated and waited for all 32, resulting in cold food for everyone. When dinner is at 7, serve at 7, no matter who is there. And the food quality was not great. Breakfasts were okay. But fresh vegetables were scarce and overcooked. Salads consisted of a small bowl of tomatoes and cucumbers every night. I would suggest that when the boat is docked in a town with restaurants available, give people the option of not eating on the boat but in town, and adjust the prices accordingly. Rooms were cleaned/serviced only once in the week, which was fine but would have been nice to know. No bathroom toiletries, despite being told there would be. And front cabins with twin beds have very limited access to the underbed storage--bad design.

- Anonymous, 06/10/2022 11:36, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-10-06:

Thank you for your 4-star review . We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time onboard the cruise, found the guides outstanding and appreciated the tailor-made itinerary for your private group. We agree - cruising is the best way to see the Dalmatian islands. We thank you for your suggestions - guests are welcome to dine in local restaurants if they prefer to in the evenings, and decline the dinner provided. In regards to the meals served, the chef will prepare and cook all the meals in the small gulleys onboard and we understand that at times, this is not to everyone's taste. Your comments will be passed on to them for future improvements, thank you. Each cabin is unique in style, providing storage for two guests and there is additional storage in the cupboards provided. Cabin cleaning service takes place daily, with a thorough clean mid-week. Toiletries are not provided on all ships and to avoid disappointment, we advise guests to bring their own - this information is also mentioned in your pre-departure documents. Thank you for all your comments here. We hope that these issues didn't detract from your overall experience and enjoyment.

Where were the fresh fruit and veggies?

The food on the cruise was terrible. The boat was ok. The crew was awesome but the horrible food turned this from a perfect experience to one where having to eat on board was the low point of each day.

- Anonymous, 05/10/2022 03:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-10-06:

Thank you for your review. We appreciate your 4 star feedback rating for the boat overall and 5 stars for the crew, thank you. We have high expectations for all our meals served onboard, and our chefs aim to provide guests with lovely meals. We are sorry to hear you did not find the meals enjoyable and we will take your comments onboard for future improvements. We appreciate you taking the time to post your review. Thank you.

Great trip

We loved the itinerary and seeing so many islands. The boat was nice and clean and the staff made a great effort in making us feel welcome and cared for. We reserved the whole boat for a group of friends and did a bike ride on each island. The staff was very accommodating and catered to what we wanted to do. The e=bikes were high quality and all worked great on every ride. Internet worked. The food was ok.

- Kristen, 03/10/2022 17:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Great vacation

Well planned, great service and problem solving contingency plan when weather was bad. Guides were excellent, super friendly and helpful. Food was very good, only thing we missed was whole grain bread for breakfast, not only white. Would have liked to see a wider selection of wine, and measured portions.

- Thordis, 03/10/2022 11:17, Travelled with Friend/s

Amazing experience.

Dalmatian islands were amazing. I have to go back. Both guides Ivan and Joseph were fantastic. Food quality on the boat needs to desperately improve. That alone would have me looking for a different company for next time. Overall a great experience and want to come back but will need much better food on boat

- Rich, 03/10/2022 06:46, Travelled with Friend/s

Great way to see Croatia

The staff were wonderful and hard working. Biking around the islands is the best way to see lots and get a great feel of the country. The boat we were on (Afrodita) was in desperate need of new carpets on the deck, new beds, sheets etc, although the other Sail Croatia boats looked very nice and updated. But the staff was so great, the other passengers were such fun, and we all got along so well, that the condition of the boat didn’t matter much to us. The bikes that we were supplied with were excellent! Very easy smooth gearing & comfortable ride on both hybrids & e-bikes. The route -Split to Dubrovnik had some challenging hills, but was never too much for anyone, and if you had an e-bike it was never an issue. The

- Kathy, 26/09/2022 07:00, Travelled with Friend/s

Not premium class for sure

Panniers on the bikes Cleaner rooms More food options

- David , 26/09/2022 05:55, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-10-06:

Thank you for your comments here David, these will all be taken onboard and we hope you enjoyed all other aspects of your cruise.

Split to Dubrovnik cycling tour

Our guides on the bike tour were fantastic. However, the boat was tired….. poorly fitted bedding didn’t lend to very restful sleeps, wifi quit working after the third day making it difficult to stay in touch with family back home…. Our toilets ran water both into the bowl and outside the tank for the whole trip… asked for it to be fixed but not aware of anything being done to correct problem. The meals were very good though.

- Anonymous, 26/09/2022 04:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-10-06:

We thank you for your 4 star review and we are really pleased to hear you found the meals, guides and bike tour fantastic, thank you. I have checked our internal records and can see that there were some issues with the WIFI which was outside of our control and due to coverage in the weather conditions experienced. I have checked our internal reports and cannot see the issues of the toilet being raised with our Onboard Rep, this would have been resolved immediately upon escalation to either our Onboard Representative and/or Operations Manager. We are pleased to know overall, your trip was an enjoyable one. Thank you.

Milena

It was a fab week with a great tour leader showing us parts of each island that only a local would know.. Food was good but not as good as we have experienced with Sail Croatia in the past. Captain and crew A*

- Elizabeth, 22/09/2022 09:11, Travelled with Friend/s

Brown

The destinations were great, people where friendly and staff was great. Vania and Mila were wonderful. The boat had multiple options for leisure time.

- Anonymous, 19/09/2022 14:34, Travelled with Friend/s

Croatia is Beautiful

26 friends and family sailed on the Emanuel from Split to Dubrovnik. Nina from Sail Croatia was a great guide the food on the Emanuel was delicious and each port was somehow nicer than the last. I only wish was spending more time on the bikes exploring the islands. The schedule keep us fairly tied to the A To B trip with little time for side trips. Also, much of the biking day was spent waiting for slower riders which would have made my trip even better…..

- John, 19/09/2022 08:57, Travelled with Family

Great way to see Croatia

Getting a taste of each Island, weather was amazing and local people very friendly. Cycling was amazing and the group stuck together. Sea is as clear as glass and temperature great for swimming in. Cabins were manageable and expected for a boat of its size. My only criticism was the food served on the boat, it was only ever warm or cold and I was not able to eat it.

- Jacklyn , 19/09/2022 07:05, Travelled with Friend/s

Ok but could of been better

The bathrooms were smelly and cabins small , food was ok . Bar staff were great and crew very nice

- Paula, 19/09/2022 07:04, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-10-06:

Thank you for your review - we are pleased to hear that the bar staff and crew were great. We thank you for your groups 3 and 4 star reviews. However we are sorry to hear of the issues experienced onboard. We would have been able to resolve these issues for you immediately if we were made aware at the time. We thank you for bringing this to our attention and this will be passed on to the Operations Team.

Speed right by the most beautiful sights in the world

1. The Dalmation coast is superb and made the trip worthwhile. The friendly crew and spectacular destinations made up for a lot of daily flaws. 2. Food is 2 out of 5 at best. There were times were we ate mediocre food on the boat while docked at a port with great restaurants. 3. Too many stops for swimming off the boat when there's a beautiful beach in sight, just out of reach. Also, when there was a beach stop, it was usually around 45 minutes - what good is that? 4. When cycled right past many points of spectacular scenery that would have been nice to soak in and maybe take a picture or two. When we did stop, it was usually a baren intersection or a town that wasn't as nice a town we sped thru. 5. The bathrooms below deck smelled of sewage. I know the crew must have know this as there were air fresheners in the bathrooms to mask the smell. 6. The trip really ends a day early, on Friday afternoon when the boat arrives in Split and the crew starts closing up.

- Dignan, 30/08/2022 13:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-10-06:

Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Dalmatian Coast, friendly crew and the most beautiful destinations along the way. However, we are disappointed to hear you were unhappy with some aspects of the cruise including the food, swim stops and cabin. Our chefs aim to prepare fresh meals using local produce each day out of their small gulleys, we understand that this is not to everyone's taste. Having a look at the feedback rating for the meals served, the average rating is 4 stars. The ships anchor out at secluded bays for each swim stop which means we are unable to moor into beaches as this would require authorisation from port authorities and generally, ships would need to be moored into the approved docks. However, beaches are easily accesible from most islands for you to enjoy once you arrive at your destination. The swim stops are planned out each week, however we hope that you enjoyed some of the islands you passed. Upon request, the Captain may have been able to stop momentarily for pictures. We are sorry to hear you experienced some issues with the smell in your cabin. We have a rigorous process in place for such issues and if raised with the Onboard Representative, this will be resolved immediately. Upon checking our internal records, I cannot see that this was reported to our team onboard. The cruise ends at 8:30am on the Saturday. Thank you again for your review and we do hope that the flaws mentioned did not detract from your overall lovely experience.

Beautiful Croatia - small boat cycling cruise 'Columbo'

Our boat was very cute, only 31 passengers - perfect - lovely to get to know & build friendships with our fellow international guests! It was a cycling cruise - so the itineray was based around cycling rides. We had advised prior that we were going as couples and some of our partners were not cyclists. This was obviously not known to Julia, our cycling tour guide, and she had nothing arranged for non-cyclists to do during the day. Luckily this was sorted with the assitance of the captain on the first day and after that Dora (our other cycling tour guide) would advise us and had great top tips of what/how/why to do. The islands we stopped off at were stunning, waking up every morning to a different view and sailing out to sea was just perfect. I would recommend. I would say the food wasn't up to standard on the boat, but there are a loads of amazing restaurants at every port to go to instead! Croatian wine is a revelation, defo go on a wine tasting in Korcula! Swim stops were lovely!

- Anonymous, 23/08/2022 08:09, Travelled with Friend/s

Great itinerary and planning!

Great itinerary and planning but being with like minded and active people on our bike and sail cruise was the best experience! The food was not always good though, mostly too salty.

- Anonymous, 01/08/2022 12:42, Travelled with Friend/s

Cayley, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2022-08-03:

Thank you for your honest review and for joining us in Croatia this summer!

amazing way to experience Croatia

Great trek leaders - great boat (Afrodita) - great crew - great guests! We were hoping there would be other families with older teens to be with, but there were no age barriers here: the other guests welcomed our kids and they responded with maturity! The cycling was challenging without e-bikes in the extreme heat but everyone was accommodating and encouraging. We swam off the boat a couple of times and found beaches every day which was brilliant. The ship was great- but shade on the sun deck would have made it more useful, as it was too hot to go up there at all. I was surprised that there was no cleaning of bathrooms all week, and no change of towels offered, but the food was abundant and amazing. A drink with main meals (even water!) would have been appreciated. Overall, a wonderful week.

- Rebecca, 19/07/2022 09:18, Travelled with Family

Princess Diana cruise 2nd - 8th July

Your sail Croatia staff Andre and Especially Jo were very helpful and really lovely. Jo did everything possible to make sure we had a great holiday. Stephan the bar man was excellent. Ship was lovely but the only criticism I would have was the food. The quality and choice was very poor - too much salt was used and food not particularly well cooked. Soups were tasteless. Too many fish dishes. This would definitely put us off booking another cruise.

- Anonymous, 11/07/2022 13:21, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycling on Dalmatia islands

It was amazing cycling tour. A uniq experience which involved cycling swimming and cruse for seven days. The views were unbelievable. I recommend it very every cyclist.

- Meir, 11/10/2021 05:35, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2021-10-13:

Thank you so much for your review Meir. We're pleased you enjoyed your time on the cruise and in Croatia!

Sailing and biking Croatian islands

I had a great time!! The experience was a once in lifetime. Biking on the islands and visiting many different towns by boat is a great concept. Ioana is a great guide who offered endless support with a great sense of humour. I will recommend this trip to everyone!

- Louise, 06/09/2021 03:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Unique experience

Was great to spend time with friends and to meet new people. Biking provided a unique view of Croatia.

- Lori, 30/09/2019 10:55, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-10-02:

Hi Lori - That's great to hear! Thank you for choosing to travel with us.

Brigid

Great company travelling in a group of 16 friends.Others on board the boat were also great and everyone got on well. Staff great, organised and supportive. Would have liked longer bike rides and less time in the villages. Also to have a meal on board at night 2-3 nights a week to enable more group interaction at a social level. Lunches I would have preferred to be while out in the village and then ride more, rather than having to come back to the boat for lunch sometimes late in the day (for lunch)

- Anonymous, 27/09/2019 21:54, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-10-02:

Hi there and thank you for your review. We are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your cruise with a group of 16 friends, but also the rest of the travellers onboard. We appreciate your comments on longer bike rides and less time in the villages, we try to get a good infusion of both :-). Your suggestion of having lunches out will be highlighted to our Operations Team for future improvements. Thank you again for all your comments and for choosing to travel with us!

Yes, but

Biking Croatia is an adventure with positive physical challenges. But the bikes need to be perfect for all gears/shifts!

- Anonymous, 25/09/2019 18:00, Travelled with Friend/s

Cayley, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-27:

Thanks for your review and for your feedback regarding the bikes, I will be sure to pass this onto our Operations Manager. Thank you!

NORTHERN ROUTE

THE CYCLING WAS GREAT AND OF COURSE WE LOVE CROATIA. THIS TIME WE FELT OUR CABINS WERE RATHER CRAMPED. DID NOT LIKE THE BUNK BEDS. LAST TIME WE HAD A PREMIER BOAT AND WAS MUCH BETTER. THE TOUR GUIDES WERE GREAT. NO COMPLAINTS. OUR OTHER ISSUE WERE AT BREAKFAST TIMES. QUITE UNORGANISED. CUPS, BUTTER, YOUGARTS ALWAYS RUNNING OUT AND HAVING TO ASK FOR THIS ALL THE TIME. NO SIDE PLATES ON TABLES. JUST SIMPLE IRRATING THINGS. SO THIS CAN BE IMPROVED I FEEL. IS THIS OUT OF YOUR CONTROL AS THE BOAT CREW COMES WITH THE BOAT. ?

- GRAHAM, 25/09/2019 14:30, Travelled with Friend/s

Cayley, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-27:

Thanks for your review of your Cycle cruise with us this summer on board Tuna. We are pleased to read you had a great time exploring Croatia! I will be sure to pass your comments onto our Operations Manager. Thank you for brining this to our attention and also for joining us this season.

Improvement in cycle distances

The holiday itself was very enjoyable and the crew and guides were very helpful and friendly as usual and we had lots of fun as a group. However the cycle rides were too short in distance which was very disappointing. I am aware that the journey from Split to Dubrovnik and the return journey took some hours of travelling, so more emphasis should have been placed on actual distance covered by bike when not travelling. Due to bad weather forecast around Omis on the Thursday it was agreed after travelling for 6 hours that we should carry on to Split (Thurs) for safety reasons. However, there were no alternative arrangements for cycling on the Friday morning which again was disappointing and we wondered if we could have gone to one of the other islands nearer to Split on the Thurs. I will be travelling with Sail Croatia again next year with the same group of friends and hope that normal service will be resumed as far as the cycling is concerned.

- Anonymous, 23/09/2019 16:10, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-27:

Thank you for your review on our Cycle cruises, this is appreciated. We are really happy to hear that the guides, crew and your representative was helpful and friendly, but also you were onboard with a lovely group of fellow travellers. In regards to the Cycling aspect of the cruise, we aim to provide cycling holidays catering to all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced. On each of our cycle cruises, we advertise the cycle specifications for each day which includes the distance, difficulty, maximum altitude, total ascent/descent and surface levels. This is so that each of our customers can make an informed decision as to which route would be the best match. We understand that due to adverse weather conditions the captain decided for the safety and wellbeing of all guests, to continue to Split with minimal disruption to the end of your cruise. I can see that you are scheduled to join us again next season, and we are sure you will have an overall enjoyable experience! Thanks again.

Cruise/Cycle with Sail Croatia is well worth it

The organisation of the cruise/cycle was first class and we werr blessed to have such a fine guide in Daniel and his assistant H. The crew of the Tuna were also most helpful, especially our barman Marko, our chef Marko (also) who provided great food under difficult conditions, and our captain who was always most obliging in arranging for timely swims. The bikes were of a high standard. I would have no hesitation on recommending this holiday to others. Thank you, Sail Croatia.

- Eamonn, 17/09/2019 16:09, Travelled with Friend/s

Cayley, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-25:

It's amazing to hear you had such a great time on Tuna for your Cycle cruise with us! Thank you for such a great review and also for your recommendation. Hopefully you'll join us again in the future!

Could have been so much better

I booked Sail Croatia expecting a full on cycling tour. I had hoped to be cycling a fair distance everyday and for most of the day. I was disappointed as the week went on that the cycling seem to lessen rather than increase and by the last day we did a mere 11k. With the longest day being around 40K. To me this is not a cycle holiday. I was also disappointed with the standard of the boat which was very old and tired. My cabin was in the basement and was very tatty and rather grubby. The water would not drain from the floor area around the toilet and the smells which came from the bathroom were revolting. These were fixed quickly whenever pointed out but there was a definite problem with the plumbing. The general state of the boat was similar, there was insufficient seating outside and only deckchairs for 10 holding a boat of 22 so nowhere to relax. As it stands I would not book with Sail Croatia again as I feel the standard of accomodation and cycling rather poor.

- Ellen, 16/09/2019 06:49, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-27:

Hi there and thank you for your review. It was a pleasure having you join our Cycle cruise this season and we hope you enjoyed some aspects of your cruise. However, we are disappointed to read of your disappointment with the cycling and accommodation aspect of your cruise. On our website we display the cycle specifications including the distance, difficulty, max altitude, total ascent/descent and surface levels, this is so that our potential customer's can choose a route that best suits them. Our cycle cruises also offer a balance of relaxation, sightseeing and cycling, and gives our guests the opportunity to see some of the most amazing places. I see that you booked our Ensuite option, I would recommend a Premier cabin in future, as these are much more comfortable offering spacious cabins, ensuite and air-conditioning. We are pleased to hear that the issues were quickly resolved once our representative was made aware, we thank you for following our Resolution Process. We do hope that you join us sometime in the future on a Premier ship and perhaps on one of our more challenging routes, as we are sure you will enjoy yourself! Thanks again.

September bike/ Sail trip on Navigator boat

I thought Ivana and Andrei were outstanding hosts during our 7 day bike sail trip. We did Dubrovnik- Split , a new route which Andrei personally checked out suitability to bike before leading it. Both hosts were interesting, had good stories and knowledge and showed an interest in their guests. Nothing was too much trouble. The Staff on the Navigator boat were amazingly slick at loading bikes and docking the boat in tight spaces..The food was well presented and varied, The hostesses kept the galley spic nd span and were fun to be with...all the staff were friendly and very helpful...great trip

- Anonymous, 09/09/2019 20:59, Travelled with Friend/s

Cayley, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-19:

Many thanks for your review and for joining us this season! We are so pleased to hear that Ivana and Andrei were outstanding hosts for you during your Cycle cruise with us. I will be sure to pass your comments onto the two of them, thank you for this. Thank you for a great time!

Mediocre experience

I have done 4other cycling trips. This was my least favorite for 3 reasons:. The very hot uncomfortable bunk room, the short uneventful cycle trips, and the amount of smoking from the crew. This was the smallest room we have ever stayed in. The person on the top bunk did not get any sleep. We have never been given 1 towel,for a week,trip. The smoking was excessive. Because the room was so uncomfortable, you had no choice but to be on deck.. because the cycling time was so short, there was an excessive amount of time on the boat. Smoke came in our front porthole even though smoking was limited to the back. It made my throat burn. I think only 1 other passenger smoked occasionally. On other trips we left after breakfast, packed a lunch and returned some time before dinner. There were places to visit along the bike route. The guides gave tours of the loactions we passed. We had one rain day with no rain, and they cut our last day in 1/2 due other people messed up travel pl

- Pam , 09/09/2019 09:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-27:

Hi there and thank you for your review. We are truly sorry to hear that our Northern route was your least favourite amongst the other cycle trips completed. We offer a range of accommodation styles to suit everyone's requirements and budgets, our Ensuite cabins exclude air-conditioning however, do have a fan for additional comfort. We recommend a Premier ship as these cabins are spacious, include ensuite and air-conditioning, so are perfect for the warmer months. We provide 1x bath towel, however you are welcome to request an additional towel subject to availability. We understand that you were scheduled to join this ship however, as you had friends on another ship, we managed to accommodate your last minute request and moved you from an Ensuite Lower Deck cabin to an Ensuite Above Deck cabin, where you were much more comfortable. On each of our ships there is a designated smoking area which is generally located towards the back of the ship. In saying this, I have highlighted the smoking issue to the Operations Manager to discuss further with the captain. We hope that you enjoyed the meals served, the tours of each location and the bike routes. We hope that overall the issues didn't detract from your overall enjoyment of Croatia. Thank you again!

Not bad

Staff hangs around community areas and smokes cigarettes. Extremely offensive to passengers. All cruises should be smoke free. This is ridiculous in this day and age. Also, more time should be dedicated to biking and less on “boat time”.

- I, 09/09/2019 01:44, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-27:

Hi there, Thank you for your review. Our cruises are open to all travellers, smokers and non-smokers. On each of our ships there is a designated smoking area generally towards the back of the boat. We appreciate your comments and we hope that you enjoyed the wonderful locations, meals onboard and your informative and friendly representative. Thank you!

Bike Tour

It was good till the end, when I was there to pay the tax to get my passport back and the Captain gave me a hard time about being there at a certain time. He said they made an announcement, which I never heard. Things need to be in writing for daily activities and events.

- Cari, 29/08/2019 01:34, Travelled with Friend/s

Cayley, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-09-17:

We are so pleased to read you enjoyed your Cycle cruise with us this season on board Magellan. I will be sure to pass your comments onto our Operations Manager. Thanks for your review!

Great holiday

The great crew, top service, great countryside, excellent sailing and super comfortable bikes!

- Anonymous, 08/07/2019 15:33, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-07-11:

Thanks for your review! We're really glad you enjoyed all aspects of your cruise!

Good and not so good

Boat is not owned by sail Croatia. Its sub contracted. We asked for our 2 rooms with our daughter s to be next to each Other . The boat never got the request. The grey water tank overflowed into our bathroom. It was really gross The roof leaked from the ice machine above and soaked our mattresses The shower floor leaked and the bathroom floor was entirely flooded. The beds had broken springs and uncomfortable No ventilation in the lower cabins . Dank musty and moldy. No portholes to open. Sealed shut. After 3 days crew finally turned in air conditioning. Captain did this not sail Croatia. The crew were awesome and apologetic. Lead guide /Sail Croatia did not offer to compensate for these issues at all. Gordana the 2nd guide was very nice. Food was excellent. Great views and cycling for the most part very good. We would like to see a partial refund for the accommodations. The 20" wheel ebikes are wrong for the terrain. The newer 26" mobiles we saw for next cruise were correct.

- Mark, 05/07/2019 02:41, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-07-11:

Hi there and thank you for your review. It's great to hear you enjoyed the inclusion of our knowledgeable guides and found the food excellent. We agree - the views are just stunning so we're really happy to hear you enjoyed the cycling aspect and the amazing scenery. We are family owned and each of the ships we work with are also family-owned and operated. Together we make up Sail Croatia. I have had a look into this for you and can see that the cabins that were allocated to you were directly opposite each other. There are a couple of points in your review that I just need to clarify for other travellers considering booking with us. We have a rigorous process in place for any issues that may arise on our cruises and this process is emailed to guests prior to departure, is available via your Online Account and pre-departure information, and is also reiterated onboard the ship by your Representative. Thank you for following this process and making your Representative aware of the leak in your cabin which had wet the end of the beds, we can see via our reports that this was resolved immediately. Upon checking our records, I cannot see that the flooded floors or the broken spring issues were reported to the Representative. As you booked an Ensuite ship, unfortunately Air-conditioning is not included in the cabin price. However, some ships are have the functionality of turning the air-conditioning on for the entire ship and this is charged at a per person rate. I can see that from the first day the Captain decided to turn this on for all guests to enjoy at no additional cost. The 20" wheels that are advertised on our website for our Cycle cruises have been trialed and tested, in saying this we are currently trialing a larger 26" wheel bicycle and may release these for future seasons. Thank you again for your review and we are glad you enjoyed parts of your cruise, and Croatia as a whole.

Croatian delight

The ship needed some TLC, especially the bathroom, otherwise this would have been a 5 star review. The crew were attentive and always happy. Our two guides were magnificent. They become integral parts of the group. The food was basic but perfectly fine. Cannot fault the countryside and sea views, Croatia was amazing. A bit more warning online of the heat you're riding in may allow more people to choose an electric bike. Good crew, great guides, magnificent cruise. Thank you

- LISA, 01/07/2019 14:38, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-07-10:

Hi there - thanks for the review! We're glad to hear the crew always had a smile on their dial and were attentive. We completely agree, the guides are just amazing and we are pleased you enjoyed their expertise and assistance. Just so you are aware, upon booking you have the option of either an E-bike or Standard bike, so perhaps next time you join us, we can book you both E-bikes ;-).

A great way to see the Dalmatia islands

We love cycling, so found this cruise a great way to experience the islands between Dubrovnik and Split. The crew couldn’t have been more helpful and worked so hard to make sure we had a good time and we informed about the places were visiting. The ship is not super luxurious but adequate enough for our needs. The food was plentiful.

- Mark, 01/07/2019 05:53, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-07-05:

Thank you so much for your review! We are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your cruise and the islands visited on your itinerary. We will make sure the crew are aware of your comments, thanks for your kind words. Thanks again!

Great adventure!

Our trip was amazing! Touring by sea & bike was an incredible way to see Croatia. The views were incredible, the rides great, and the taste of towns small & large great! The crew was great and the captain did an amazing job navigating the ports (for smooth loading/unloading of bikes) and optimal porting position,. I do have suggestions for improvement. Our cabin was below deck. While we didn’t pay for air conditioning we did not realize the portholes would be sealed shut and the airflow VERY limited. As the upper deck didn’t experience this it took some time, but we are grateful the crew resolved this after a few days. It was necessary to breathe & sleep. Also, there were several changes to the advertised rides. While we appreciate the difficulty tailoring rides to a mixed group, Discussion with the group about changes would have been much appreciated. Perhaps have an extra e-bike or 2 on board for those who find the rides are too difficult & want to upgrade would allow all to ride

- Stacie, 24/06/2019 13:22, Travelled with Family

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-06-27:

Thank you for taking the time to review our cruise. We are glad you enjoyed the trip overall and found it to be amazing, thank you! We agree, our Cycle cruises give the perfect balance of touring by sea and discovering by bike - we're so happy you enjoyed the views, the rides and the taste of all the towns. All our Ensuite cabins exclude air-conditioning, however do include a small fan for added ventilation. We will pass your thanks on the amazing captain and crew! We appreciate all your suggestions and ideas, and will certainly pass these on to the appropriate team - thank you and again, we are pleased you enjoyed your great adventure!

Great way to experience a stunning coast line.

We did the sailing cycling trip aboard Marija Magdelena. I thought the route was great and the food on board was hearty and homely. The cabins were sufficiently spacious and clean. I wouldn't recommend the below deck ones on this ship. Although they have portholes, they cannot be opened, which means there is no airflow and the cabins get very hot and stuffy, especially those right next to the engine room, The average age of our group worked out to about 50 years old, which was lowered significantly by a group of 4 friends in their early 30's. The riding itself was more tour bus touring by bicycle. It felt like we were always waiting. This was partly due to our group makeup and partly due the our main cycle guide who was conducting his fist tour and could speak very limited English. That said, the crew in general really were great and always on hand to do what they can to improve your trip. I would recommend Sail Croatia to others, Next time I'd skip the organised cycling.

- Anonymous, 18/06/2019 08:28, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-06-24:

Hi there and thank you for your 4-star review. We're delighted to hear you found the route great, the food onboard delicious and hearty, the cabins spacious and clean and the crew invaluable. There are a couple of points in your review that I just need to clarify for other travellers considering booking with us - All our ships and cabins are very unique in style and on our Ensuite ships, the cabins include a fan for extra ventilation, also our Cycle cruises are open to all ages over 15 years of age and we often get a real mixed bag of demographics onboard which makes for an interesting and fun trip. There shouldn't be too much of a delay with our cycle cruises, as there is always room for travellers to take the routes at their own pace. In saying this, we are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your trip overall and we thank you for the recommendation!

Dinner on board

I suggest more freecycling, Hand out a map and give a time to be back on the boat. It was nice to have a guide, but really not necessary, the islands are small and not much chance of getting too lost. It would be different if the guide was giving tourist/historical information along the way, but that wasn't the case. Lunches would be better had in the villages or a picnic giving Time to explore the villages & countryside. Dinner would be better on the boat, giving time to get to know other passengers over a beer or 2 and would up the bar takings.! I suggest dedicating one smoking zone away from the meals area. (which we did manage to negotiate) but that should be automatic practice. We had an amazing Captain, Vedran, He could get that boat in and out of anywhere and was Always open to sharing information with us if we visited him. Lara did a great job with her briefings before rides. And Tamara, super pleasant, was faultless in the meals and bar area. All in all a fun week.

- Judy, 27/05/2019 13:58, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-06-20:

Hi there and thank you for your review. We are really please do to hear you found the captain amazing and informative and in regards to Lara and Tamara, we are happy to hear you were well informed prior to your cycle journey each day and well fed and served at the bar - we will pass your comments on to them. Map books are provided and given out at the beginning of the cruise, and we will be following this up for you. You are welcome if there are days where you would prefer to go off on your own and meet the rest of the group at a later stage, you would just need to make your Representative aware. On some days, dinner may be provided instead of lunch if this fits in better with the day’s itinerary – the guide will advise you of this during the week. We have dedicated smoking areas, towards the back of the boat and we are pleased that this was all sorted for you. We thank you for all your comments and are pleased you had a fun week!

Boat

larger cabin without bunkbeds Provide evening meals instead of lunch only

- Colin, 27/05/2019 05:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-06-20:

Hi there and thanks for your review. We hope you enjoyed your time on our cycle cruise. I can see that you booked a cabin on our Ensuite ship which is equipped with a mix of bunk and double beds. On some days, dinner may be provided instead of lunch if this fits in better with the day’s itinerary – the guide will always advise during the week. Thanks again!

Great way to see the islands

Vedran, the capitaine was excellent as was the hostess Tamara who could not have done more to help us and ensure that our holiday was enjoyable. Biking is a great way to see the islands and having Lara to explain the history was brilliant. Sail, bike, laughter, fun.

- Janet, 21/05/2019 13:04, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-05-28:

Thank you for your review - we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your cruise with us overall, with a special note to your hostess Tamara and Lara. We hope to have you join us again in the future.

Croatia 2019

Rides need to be more flexible with maybe dinner not lunch each day to include more cycling and island exploring. I’m gluten free and food was very average. Captain, bar staff and guides were awesome and very friendly. Rooms were average and a little uncomfortable. Overall I had a great cruise but would maybe do different next time. Also I’d preferred an upper room and where told no, put whilst on board others book much later with above cabins...

- Anne Maree, 21/05/2019 13:02, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-05-28:

Hi there and thank you for your review. It's great to hear the captain, guides and bar staff were very friendly and that overall, you had a great cruise. However, we are sorry to hear that you were disappointed with some aspects of the cruise. Dinner and lunches are organised to fit in and around the daily cycling schedule which can vary from day to day. Our chef aims to prepare more of the foods that you can eat daily, and you are also welcome to bring any special dietary foods onboard the ship. Availability on our ships can change daily, and it's always best to check with us for live availability so amendments can be made. Again thank you for taking the time to send your review.

Cycle and Sail

Excellent cycle guide, good quality bikes,comfortable cabins and friendly crew.

- John, 13/05/2019 21:35, Travelled with Friend/s

Fun

Comfortable boat,lovely and helpful crew,friendly atmosphere.

- Triggerina, 13/05/2019 21:31, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-05-16:

Thanks for your review! We are pleased to hear you had a great time on your cruise. Thanks.

Sail cycle croatia what an amazing trip

Everything about our sail cycle croatia trip from Dubrovnik to split was amazing The guides Miranda and Ana kept us informed with useful information and guided us through some wonderful locations Our ship almissa was only 2 years old and all the crew and facilities were fantastic. The food was delicious and it must be the first time I have done a cycling adventure and put weight on We were really fortunate to have a wonderful group of people and the cycling routes were challenging with rolling hills and beautiful views. However provision of electric or hybrid bikes meant that it was achievable for all. I would love to try another trip with cycle croatia and hope to to do split northern route next time as this trip has encouraged me to see more of this beautiful country and sail cycle croatia again

- Caroline, 10/10/2018 20:03, Travelled with Friend/s

Great experience & scenery

- John, 02/10/2018 06:17, Travelled with Family

Excellent way to see Croatia

We absolutely enjoyed our Sail Croatia cycle and sail cruise on the Magellan. It is a great way to see and experience the beauty and friendliness of this country. What made our experience so great was the people on our cruise - both the crew and guests. Special thanks to Antonio, Damir, Marina and Morris of the Sail Croatia Crew for making our holiday one we will not forget!!! Ron and Stacey Buchhorn Gibsons BC Canada

- Stacey, 01/10/2018 06:10, Travelled with Friend/s

Fabulous

It was the perfect mix of activity and down time. The views were spectacular and the Adriatic was perfect. Enjoyed the meals and the group we travelled with. Anna was extremely helpful and accommodating. Dino was a perfect bartender. The BBQ put on by the staff was tons of fun.

- Joanne, 27/09/2018 15:06, Travelled with Friend/s

Cycle and Cruise 2018

The cycling is challenging and if you are not used to cycling on steep hills, in the heat, then I would recommend an e-bike. The islands are all very different and stunning in their own way. Sail Croatia staff and crew very friendly and helpful. The food was simple and really good.

- Kathleen, 01/07/2018 10:00, Travelled with Friend/s

Split southern route

The fabulous guides, Ana and Franco, they were so keen and so much fun! They keep the challenges coming!

- Dave, 13/10/2017 20:11, Travelled with Friend/s

Could Do Better

The fellow passengers were great and the stunning Croatian scenary. However with a few tweaks the trip could have been better especially re the food - cold vegetable and bland soups and salads. Communication from the guides could have been better also e.g. not everyone heard about fresh towels and sheet changes and there were also changes of plan for reasons outside the organisers control. I felt that a few decisions were made without enough consultation e..g. changing the route/pick up point to avoid going back up a steep hill.

- Anonymous, 27/09/2017 14:45, Travelled with Friend/s

Team McLean on boat Tuna.

Enjoyed the beautiful Islands and environment. Stunning part of the world and it was so special to have this opportunity. Great crew and a wonderful bunch of friendly people. The bikes were fabulous and well cared for. We were well fed 2 meals per day. Beds were comfortable and it was nice to have an en suite.

- Margaret , 21/09/2017 15:53, Travelled with Family

Boat and bike

Ports were very noisy. First night we docked next to a cafe with music until 2 am. Several other nights music or noise didn't stop until midnight. Need to dock in quiet areas. Need to have 2 bike knowledgeable Bike guides. Although we had 2 guides, only one was familiar with bikes and routes.

- Don, 19/09/2017 04:53, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2019-06-20:

Hi there and thank you for your review. We thank you for your comments on our cruise. All our ships have a midnight curfew, where music must be turned off at midnight to ensure night peace is respected for those wishing to remain onboard. All our cycle cruises have 1 knowledgeable cycle guide and 1 onboard Representative; who is onboard to assist with all cruise related enquiries. Thanks again for your review.

Seeing Croatia by bike and boat is the way to go.

We had a great crew and ship. The bikes they provided were good and the cycling was challenging but rewarding. Be prepared to climb and do yourself a favour and train a bit before heading out. The food was good, My only complaint was the lack of air conditioning. The ports are very noisy. I had to sleep with the door open because it was way too hot to sleep without Air Con with the door shut, therefore no sound barrier from the parties. There were Air Con units in each room but they don't work. Otherwise, a memorable, extremely scenic and fun time. Croatia is a beautiful country and seeing it by bike and boat is great!

- Jenica, 28/08/2017 01:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2017-09-04:

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you had a great crew and ship, and found the cycling challenging yet rewarding - we appreciate your comments here. I have checked our records, and the ship scheduled on this departure date and cruise was an Ensuite ship which excludes air-conditioned cabins. We are very pleased to hear that overall, you had a lovely time and we hope to have you join us again on another Active route. Thank you.

Great Family adventure

The bikes were a good quality and well maintained and the e-bikes were perfect for the kids. The guides were very experienced, cheerful and always helpful. Cabins were hot in the middle of the heat wave and the ports noisy, but regardless we had a great family adventure!

- Mark, 21/08/2017 02:53, Travelled with Family

Cycling tour

The cruise was great . The guides, ana,Miranda and Hugo really looked after us . The food was really good and the crew were really helpful. The only thing that let it down was the company themselves, sail Croatia. We had an issue on the boat and they could have handled it better and supported their guides. Especially for a company with so much experience. Shame really. Otherwise a fantastic cruise.

- Lynn, 03/07/2017 04:50, Travelled with Family

Very nice trip

Everything was nice :) :) :)

- Anonymous, 19/06/2017 22:43, Travelled with Friend/s

Split southern route - icelandic group.

Everything was very good, except the food might have been better. Breakfast was very good except for instant coffee. You could improve the choice of lunch and dinner. The crew was excellent and so were the guides (Damir and Lara) and maybe this was a difficult group but some people got lost a couple of times at intersections where the guides were not at hand. The ship, Magellan, was good and cabins were clean. Thank you.

- Pall, 19/06/2017 14:52, Travelled with Friend/s

Ceira, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2017-06-21:

Thank you for your review on our Southern Cycle cruise. We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed our cruise overall and found the crew and guides to be of excellent value - we will pass this on to them. We are pleased you enjoyed being onboard Magellan. We appreciate your feedback on the food and coffee - we have forwarded this on to our onboard chef to discuss further. We are always looking at ways to improve our services wherever possible and appreciate your feedback on this. Thank you again for your feedback and it's great to hear you enjoyed your cruise overall.

Cycle tour

The Cruise was beautiful and the staff on board very accommodating. We had been advised by the office and brochure that the meals were breakfast/dinner (and confirmed again on later email) but were disappointed that we only had one dinner on ship and all else were lunch, cutting the ride day short and making it a more expensive holiday than expected.

- Stephanie, 05/06/2017 12:52, Travelled with Friend/s

Loads of fun, would do again!

The other people on the cruise were great. The tour leaders and crew were really fantastic and attentive. They tried their absolute best to ensure everyone was happy and enjoying themselves.

- Danielle, 22/05/2017 07:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Get to explore Croatia

I was supposed to go as a companion with my sister who did not want to be the only novice in her group. She unfortunately did not end up going, but for me, a non cyclist it was an excellent tour. You get to see so much more of Croatia and the Islands, which is usually not explored. Korcula was my favourite.

- Gida , 05/10/2016 02:16, Travelled with Friend/s

Great trip with awesome scenery

Lots of delays while waiting for people to get organised. Believe two small cycling groups would have been better rather than keeping such a big group together. Apart from breakfast, which was great, food was generally of a very poor standard compared to what was being served on other sail and cycle boats. An onboard bbq would have been a nice touch. Tinned soup, stewed meat (not sure what sort most of the time), mashed potatoes and either tinned fruit or very thin slices of cake as dessert not the best end to a very energetic day of cycling. Guides were lovely and our steward was great. The ebikes were an absolute must and made the very steep hills a pleasure to ride on.

- Debra, 20/09/2016 06:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Beth, Sales Rep at Sail Croatia replied 2017-03-22:

Hi there, thank you for your feedback regarding your Cycle Cruise. It is great to hear you found your guides lovely and steward great. With regards to the food quality on the ship, we aim to be consistent in the meals provided and expect this to be of a high standard. Based on customer feedback, we will be looking at introducing new and exciting menu’s on-board for the 2017 Season. This will include more nutritious and healthy meal options, all made with fresh, local produce. There was a high demand on your departure, so we had added another ship to join this cycle cruise – so the sizes of the groups had increased, and so did the number of guides. From a social perspective, we thought this would be fun for guests to have a larger number of travellers, however based on our experiences this season, we will definitely be looking into changing this for next year and not repeat this, so we thank you for your comment here. We sincerely appreciate the time taken to write your review.