Q: What does a typical week look like?

The yacht sails overnight between islands , so you wake up in a new harbor each morning. Most riding days are 35–65 km with modest climbs , broken by a long lunch in a fishing village or back on board. Afternoons are for swimming off the stern, walking through an old town , or doing nothing at all. Evenings are dinner with the cook on deck, or a meal ashore. No hotel changes, no repacking — your cabin stays your cabin for the week.

Q: What's included in the displayed boat price?

Across our fleet, the headline charter price typically covers : Yacht hire and accommodation, with linen and towels The full crew and their services Base fuel for around 4 hours of cruising per day (subject to change depending on the vessel) Air conditioning, Wi-Fi, yacht insurance, and cleaning Croatian VAT (13%) — included on most of our boats , though it does vary; your booking agent will confirm what applies to the yacht you've chosen (might not be included on some yachts, inquire upfront) Agency support and organization The exact line-items vary boat to boat. Your written quote will spell out what's included for the specific yacht you've chosen.

Q: Do we sleep on the boat every night?

Yes — the yacht is both your transport and your accommodation . Boats overnight in harbor, not at sea. You have private cabins, each with its own en-suite bathroom, and your bags stay in the same cabin all week.

Q: Does the crew speak English?

Yes — all crews are fluent in English , and many speak German, Italian, or Spanish as well. From our experience Croatia is one of the better gulet destinations for English on board, especially compared to Turkey or Greece.

Question 1

What does a typical week look like?

Accepted Answer

The yacht sails overnight between islands, so you wake up in a new harbor each morning.

Most riding days are 35–65 km with modest climbs, broken by a long lunch in a fishing village or back on board. Afternoons are for swimming off the stern, walking through an old town, or doing nothing at all. Evenings are dinner with the cook on deck, or a meal ashore.

No hotel changes, no repacking — your cabin stays your cabin for the week.

Question 2

Can the itinerary be customized?

Accepted Answer

Within reason, yes.

Each of our four tours has a fixed cycling route that's been planned and tested with the local guides and our customers — that part stays.

Departure dates, the order of stops, shore activities, and rest days are flexible. The captain may also re-sequence harbors during the week based on weather, sea state, or marina availability.

Safety always comes first at Bike and Boat Croatia!

Question 3

What if someone in the group doesn't want to cycle?

Accepted Answer

They can always stay on board, and the yacht meets the riders at the next harbor. Meals, swimming, shore time, excursions — all the same.

Non-riders pay the same rate as riders, because the boat charter is the same.

Question 4

How fit do I need to be?

Accepted Answer

Daily rides range from 25 to 65 km, with modest climbs. Most of our tours are rated 2–3 out of 5 on the activity level scale.

If your group spans a wide range of fitness levels, the Split E-Bike Island Hopping Tour (rated 2/5) is the safest pick — the e-assist evens things out without forcing strong riders to slow down.

See a full breakdown of how activity levels work →

Question 5

What kind of bikes do you provide?

Accepted Answer

We can provide any bike on request — trekking, e-bike, road, or gravel. The cost depends on the route and the model you choose, and we'll quote it as part of your itinerary.

You're also welcome to bring your own. The boat has room.

Unsure which bike would be right for you? See our bikes here →

Question 6

What happens in bad weather?

Accepted Answer

We re-sequence the itinerary.

The crew and guide know the coast well enough to swap a riding day for a sheltered harbor, a museum visit, or a quiet cove — whatever the wind allows.

Tours have not been cancelled for weather to date.

Question 7

What's included in the displayed boat price?

Accepted Answer

Across our fleet, the headline charter price typically covers:

Yacht hire and accommodation, with linen and towels
The full crew and their services
Base fuel for around 4 hours of cruising per day (subject to change depending on the vessel)
Air conditioning, Wi-Fi, yacht insurance, and cleaning
Croatian VAT (13%) — included on most of our boats, though it does vary; your booking agent will confirm what applies to the yacht you've chosen (might not be included on some yachts, inquire upfront)
Agency support and organization

The exact line-items vary boat to boat. Your written quote will spell out what's included for the specific yacht you've chosen.

Question 8

What's typically not included?

Accepted Answer

The yacht is the base; most of the catering, taxes, and tipping is priced separately so your group can pick the level that fits.

Meals — half-board (breakfast + lunch, sometimes a dinner) typically €500–€650* per person per week; full-board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) €800–€890*. A few boats offer a luxury full-board upgrade.
Drinks — pay per consumption from the onboard bar list, or take an all-inclusive package (around €130–€620* per person per week, non-alcoholic to premium).
Port, marina, and tourist taxes — typically €1,000–€2,000* for the week, depending on the boat and the route.
APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) — only on a small number of premium yachts (currently Barbara and Olimp): around 30% of the charter fee, held for running costs and reconciled at the end.
Tips for the crew — not mandatory but customary, 10–15% of the charter fee, given to the captain at the end of the week.
Airport transfers, and optional water-sport extras are also separate.

Everything is itemized on your quote — no surprises.

*All prices are approximate and are subject to change depending on many factors like: season, weather, itinerary chosen and much more...

Question 9

Do we sleep on the boat every night?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the yacht is both your transport and your accommodation. Boats overnight in harbor, not at sea.

You have private cabins, each with its own en-suite bathroom, and your bags stay in the same cabin all week.

Question 10

What about luggage?

Accepted Answer

Your bags stay in your cabin all week. No daily transfers, no repacking between hotels.

Soft bags travel best — hard suitcases are awkward to stow under cabin beds. Pack lighter than you would for a hotel-based trip, as many of our vessels offer washing machines on board.

Question 11

Does the crew speak English?

Accepted Answer

Yes — all crews are fluent in English, and many speak German, Italian, or Spanish as well.

From our experience Croatia is one of the better gulet destinations for English on board, especially compared to Turkey or Greece.

Question 12

Is there Wi-Fi onboard? Phone signal?

Accepted Answer

Wi-Fi is included on most boats. The speed varies with the harbor — fine for messaging and email, sometimes patchy for video calls.

Phone signal is reliable along the coast and in harbor, less so in open water between islands.

Question 13

Is tipping expected?

Accepted Answer

It's customary in the charter world. If you're happy with the service, 10–15% of the charter fee is the standard range.

Tips are usually given to the captain at the end of the week, who distributes them across the crew.

Question 14

How much does a bike and boat week cost?

Accepted Answer

Inquiry-based, because every tour is a private charter. The total depends on:

The yacht you choose
The season (May–June and September–October are the cheapest weeks)
Your group size
The meal and drink packages you select

Smaller, simpler boats sit at the lower end; larger luxury yachts run higher. Send us your dates and rider count, and we'll send a written quote that itemizes each component — charter, meals, port fees, bike rental, guide, and any optional extras — so you can see exactly what each piece costs.

Question 15

What's the minimum and maximum group size?

Accepted Answer

There is no minimal threshold for a group but our boats can accommodate up to 35 guests. Smaller groups can charter a smaller boat at a higher per-person rate. Chose your perfect boat and see each one for more details.

Larger groups can take two boats in convoy — that is also possible.

Question 16

When should we book? When is the best time to travel?

Accepted Answer

The most popular boats book up to a year in advance for peak summer dates. Most groups confirm 6–9 months ahead.

By season:

May–June and September–October — cooler, quieter, lower rates. Best for cycling.
July–August — peak season. Hot, lively, the first dates to sell out. Best for swimming and atmosphere.
Last-minute (2–3 months out) — sometimes possible, mostly for shoulder weeks; options are limited.

Send an inquiry as soon as you have a window in mind, even if your numbers aren't final.

Question 17

How does booking work? What's the deposit?

Accepted Answer

Send us your dates and rider count. We send back a written quote, and to confirm, you sign a charter agreement and pay a deposit*.

The balance is due before departure, along with any pre-arranged extras.

*Exact deposit percentage and payment timeline are confirmed with our booking agent when you receive your quote.

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