Embark on an unforgettable cycling adventure that combines the flowy trails of Istria with the natural beauty of the Kvarner islands! The tour starts in the coastal town of Rabac, where we explore the scenic singletracks of Bike Park Rabac, offering stunning views of the Adriatic Sea. From there, we continue island-hopping: ride through the pine forests and hidden coves of Cres and Lošinj, explore the sandy paths and wooded trails of Rab, and enjoy the contrasting landscapes of rocky hills and olive groves on Krk. Each day brings a new ride, local flavors, and authentic island experiences. Rides are recreational to moderately challenging, with route adjustments available based on group level. The tour includes all transfers, comfortable accommodations, experienced bike guide support, and technical assistance. Perfect for cyclists looking to combine variety, nature, and local culture – all in one active holiday!

SCHEDULE BY DAY:

1st Day – ISTRIA: BIKE PARK ESPRESSO BIKE TOUR

Start point: Rabac
Length: 60km
Elevation: 1100m
Surface: Gravel, trails, road
Fitness level: 2-3 (amateur – recreational)

After we settle in the hotel, we can start this cycling tour from Rabac or Labin, with a short transfer depending on the fitness level of the group. Rabac was originally a fishing village but has now become one of the more popular tourist destinations in Istria. Labin is known as a former mining town, and today it has turned towards tourism, showcasing its rich history through its cobblestone streets.

On this tour, you can experience beautiful viewpoints connected by unpaved roads and trails, and to top it all off, you’ll enjoy a descent along the trails of the Rabac bike park.

2nd Day – ISLAND CRES: NO STRESS ON CRES

Start point: Cres
Transfer Time: 2h 30min
Length: 55km
Elevation: 1000m
Surface: Gravel, trails, asphalt
Fitness level: 2-3 (amateur – recreational)

They say “NO STRESS ON CRESO”. One of the more difficult rides with a lot of climbs, where if we decide to ride on the trails, good physical and technical preparation is required. But that’s why Cres offers beautiful views that can be seen as soon as you get off the ferry.

To set sail from Cres, it is necessary to take a 30-minute ferry ride, and upon arrival at Cres, our adventure begins. We start from the town Cres. We continue along macadam paths to the stone town of Lubenica, from where there are beautiful views. After we have caught our breath, if the group is eager to drive, we can continue on shepherd’s or macadam paths all the way to the sea to Martinščica. After this small fishing village, we ride trails to the small stone village Osor, waterfront. At the end of this beautiful, but also physically demanding tour, we will take a transfer to the hotel.

3rd Day – ISTRA LOŠINJ: ISLAND OF VITALITY

Start point: Mali Lošinj
Length: 30km
Elevation: 650m
Surface: Asphalt, gravel, trails
Fitness level: 2-3 (amateur – recreational)

Lošinj, the island of vitality, one of the most beautiful islands in the Croatian Adriatic, is known for its diversity of flora and fauna, excellent sailors, and in 1996 an ancient statue of Apoxyomenes, a statue of a Greek athlete of inestimable value, was found, probably thrown into the sea during a storm in which it represented an additional cargo on board.

Cycling around Lošinj will certainly not leave you indifferent, because whether you ride along the sea or conquer the peaks of Lošinj, the views of the landscape will simply leave you breathless. We will take you through the island with a combination of trails, asphalt, and paths along the sea while passing through the island’s maritime towns.

Certainly, after driving around Lošinj, breathing in the air in the combination of the sea and the pine forest, at least for a moment, we will feel that we are more vital.

4th Day – ISLAND KRK: RIDE TO THE MOON PLATO

Start Point: at Bike & Fitness center
Length: 60km
Elevation: 1100m
Surface: Gravel, trails, road
Fitness level: 2-3 (amateur – recreational)

We start from Krk, taking the macadam path surrounded by olive trees overlooking the islet Košlljun and Marina Punat. We are taking nice trails and connecting to the macadam path with a beautiful view of Vrbnik and vineyards. We will continue our ride on the lunar plateau and then descend along the beautiful road towards Baška, giving us magnificent views over it. After Baška, we take a nice trail near the river to the road. Then we start climbing, and after climbing we start downhill from the top to the level of the sea with a nice view of Punat and Krk. When we come to Punat, we will take a trail near the sea back to the hotel.

5th Day – ISLAND RAB: HAPPY ISLAND

Start point: at Bike & Fitness center
Transfer Time: 1h 30min
Length: 70km
Elevation: 1400m
Surface: Gravel, trails
Fitness level: 2-3 (amateur – recreational)

Going to Rab on the 1h15-minutes ferry ride is a real pleasure. When you get off the ferry, you can choose the beautiful trails that are available around the island. Creating a tour is a real pleasure because you can feel the fine sand under the tires up to the steep stone climbs with wonderful views of the wonderful blue Adriatic Sea. We will travel through the Kalifront coniferous forest to the magnificent town of Rab, through which you can feel that the history of the place was turbulent. Leaving Rab, we will take the Premužić path, which offers a wonderful view of Rajska beach, along which we will of course take a ride.

6th Day – ISLAND KRK: ROMAN HERITAGE

Start Point: Malinska
Lenght: 60km
Elevation: 800m
Surface: Gravel, trails
Fitness level: 2-3 (amateur – recreational)

Another nice and easy tour. With a short transfer to Malinska, we take the road to paradise following the line along the sea through forest areas, visiting historical and cultural monuments from the Roman era. We will go up to the town of Omišalj, which, with its alleys and construction, is reminiscent of old Dalmatian towns, descending through a forest park to the sea. With a leisurely drive, we will pass by the sea through the best camp in Croatia, along beautiful paths by the sea that will lead us to the foundation of the Krk Bridge. Ascending from the bridge, we reach the field of immortelles and the trail to the Biserujka cave. At a leisurely pace along the sea, we are going back to the start point.