Mountain biking tours by Boat Bike Tours’ Islandhopping brand offer an easy way for travelers to ride exhilarating trails while cruising among the coastal villages and islands of the Mediterranean. Seven tours are available from the Adriatic in Croatia to the Aegean in Greece and the Gulf of Gökova in Turkey. And because mountain biking tours are operated aboard the same boat alongside Islandhopping’s traditional cycling tours, family members and friends with different riding preferences can still travel together. For more information, visit https://www.inselhuepfen.com/en/cycling-tours/mtb-boat.
“Our mountain biking tours bring together some of the best trails and cruising in the Mediterranean,” said Jacob Ketel, Managing Director of Islandhopping. “They’re perfect for riders who are looking to leave the pavement behind, get out into nature and take on more of a challenge. And because we operate mountain biking tours alongside traditional cycling tours, family and friends can join you and ride on roads – you’ll still get to enjoy the majority of your vacation together.”
Mediterranean Destinations
Islandhopping mountain biking tours ride and cruise among the turquoise waters, secluded bays, and picturesque coastlines and islands of the Mediterranean.
Seven tours, each eight days long, include Istria, Kvarner Bay, the National Parks and South Dalmatia in Croatia, the Central Aegeanand South Aegean islands in Greece, and the Gulf of Gökova, between Bodrum and the Datҁa Peninsula, in Turkey. Departures are available April through June and September through November.
Along the way, guests will explore medieval cities and historic old towns, waterfront promenades and winding alleys, breathtaking peaks and beautiful beaches, pine forests and idyllic vineyards, and ancient sites and famous waterfalls. Off the bikes, there’s time for local culture, café breaks, swimming, sunbathing and evening walks.
Islandhopping prides itself not only on riding the trails in destinations its tours visit, but on helping to build and maintain them as well, with its staff hosting dedicated work weeks every year.
Biking and Boating
Full-suspension mountain bikes and e-mountain bikes are available for guests, or they can choose to bring their own.
Depending on the tour level, the mountain biking terrain can range from easier gravel roads to natural paths, flow trails and more demanding singletrack with rocks, roots and drops. A basic level of fitness and bike-handling skills is required.
On the water, wooden motor yachts and traditional Turkish gulets provide relaxing accommodations.
Motor yachts have a homey atmosphere, comfortable cabins with private bathrooms and air conditioning, a dining area and sun deck. Gulets are more upscale, with tasteful decoration, spacious cabins with private bathrooms and air conditioning, a dining area, well-stocked bar and outdoor decks.
Cuisine highlights the destinations being visited and includes meals on board and picnic lunches, as well as opportunities to enjoy local restaurants.
