Explore the largest of the Elaphiti Islands on this two-wheel tour of Šipan Island near Dubrovnik.
Explore the largest of the Elaphiti Islands on this two-wheel tour of Šipan Island near Dubrovnik.
Just a short ferry ride from the bright lights and beach resorts of Dubrovnik, Šipan Island is a world away from its frenetic neighbour. Home to charming promenades, sleepy fishing villages and rustic countryside, explore stunning Šipan on this MTB tour
Location
This activity is run and operated from Gruž harbour in Dubrovnik and travels by ferry to Šipan Island. The tour explores the area's two villages Sipanska Luka Village to Sudurad Village. Cost of return ferry included.
Activity
Meet your guide at Gruž Harbour for this MTB tour of Šipan Island. Being the largest of the Elaphiti Islands doesn't mean it loses any of its rural charm, in fact, Šipan boasts an unspoilt lush landscape, once favoured by the Dubrovnik aristocracy is home to numerous 16th-century residences. Setting off on a short ferry ride from Dubrovnik, reach Sipanska Luka where you will kit up and follow your guide along the protected harbour and palm-lined seafront - cycling through green countryside and along dense evergreen macchia shrubs, vineyards and olive groves to Sudurad Village. Stopping for a traditional lunch, they will be lots of time to relax, swim and enjoy an excellent seafood lunch in one of the best restaurants in the area. By later afternoon, you'll reach the harbour where you can take the return ferry back to Dubrovnik.
Conditions
This activity runs all months of the year and is suitable for all ages and abilities. The tour operates using all-terrain bikes and helmets and covers mostly flat terrain with two uphills (bikes can be pushed on these short sections).
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Practical information
- 09:30 Meeting in Gruž Port
- 11:00 Arrival on Šipan Island, time for a short walk or a swim
- 12:00 Start biking
- 13:30 Optional Lunch or snack*
- 16:45 Return from Šipan to Dubrovnik by ferry
- Return Ferry Transfer
- MTB Guide & Bike Rental
- Guide
- Local Lunch
- Swimwear/Towel
- Suncream/Water
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Snacks