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Route: Rijeka – Island of Cres – Island of Lošinj – Island of Molat – Zadar – Zrmanja Canyon (kayak safari) – Island of Pag – Island of Rab – Island of Krk – Rijeka

Description

Featuring a well-done blend of swimming, sunbathing, short bike tours, sightseeing tours, guided walks and easy hikes, our “Active & Cappuccino” cruises could be best described as „active light with a pinch of culture“. The kayak safari, including a picnic beneath the waterfalls, is one of the finest highlights to be mentioned. The program – always accompanied by a tour guide – is aimed at all those who don’t just want to spend their cruise on the sun deck and in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic, but don’t want either to be forced to go on daily bike tours of 40 or 50 km or spend hours on hikes. And, of course, there’s enough time left over to sit around or enjoy a relaxed cappuccino. Our “Active & Cappuccino” cruise is also suitable for families with children, as it’s also possible to hire children’s bikes. According to the motto “anything goes but nothing’s compulsory”, you decide for yourself which activities you want to participate in, or if you would just like to spend one or more days on the boat relaxing and enjoying your free time.
Route:
Rijeka – Island of Cres – Island of Lošinj – Island of Molat – Zadar – Zrmanja Canyon (kayak safari) – Island of Pag – Island of Rab – Island of Krk – Rijeka

Embarkation, walk in Cres

If you are travelling to Rijeka in your own car, you can drive into the harbour from 08:30 until 12:00 at the latest and drive directly to your ship. Here you can unload your luggage, which will be stored in our care until the cabins are ready for occupancy at 11.30 am. Our bicycles will be waiting for you in front of the boat. After having chosen the right bike for you, our staff will proceed with loading the bicycles on board. There follows a meet & greet including a welcome drink with our representative, and you will have a chance to get to know the crew and your fellow passengers. We weigh anchor and head towards the island of Cres. We stop in one of the bays to take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea for the first time. Then we continue to the town of Cres. Upon arrival, we will take a walk through the town. Overnight stay in Cres.
The port of embarkation for passengers arriving by plane depends on the flight schedule. With transfer booking via I.D. Riva Tours and flight arrival to Rijeka airport until 11:30 am, embarkation in the port of Rijeka is guaranteed. Passengers arriving later will be transferred to the first port of call for embarkation.

Bicycle tour to the "Mediterranean Fragrant Garden"

After breakfast, we head towards the island of Lošinj. On our way, we will stop in a beautiful bay to enjoy a long break for swimming and sunbathing. We continue our journey, and after lunch on board, we enter the port of Mali Lošinj. The island of Lošinj is covered with pine forests, and is well known for its 300 cloudless or only slightly cloudy sunny days per year. With a bit of luck we may even see dolphins playing in the waves, because the waters surrounding the island of Lošinj offer home to more than 220 dolphins registered by the “Adriatic Dolphin Project”. Afterwards we will make comfortable bicycle tour to the picturesque Veli Lošinj with its colourful houses (approx. 4 km). On the way back we will visit the “Mediterranean Fragrant Garden”, where many different kinds of plants are grown. On our guided tour through the garden, we will have the opportunity to learn more about some of them. Opportunity for dinner in the konoba of the Mediterranean Fragrant Garden or in Mali Lošinj, overnight stay on board.

Bicycle tour or hike on the island of Molat, guided tour of Zadar

Our first destination of the day is the island of Molat. Starting from the pier of the village Molat, we go by bike to the village of Zapuntel, and then on the same way back to our boat (approx. 18 km). Those who do not want to take the bike tour, can make a hike across the island. After lunch on board, we will have some time for swimming and sunbathing before continuing our voyage towards Zadar, the former capital of Dalmatia. After docking in Zadar, our guide will take you on a tour of the old town, which is surrounded by impressive walls and offers many historical monuments. The guide will show you the main attractions – such as the Roman Forum, the Round Church of Sveti Donat, the Cathedral of Sveta Stošija and the unique Sea Organs – their sounds and “melodies” are created purely by the movement of the waves. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to enjoy dinner in one of the restaurants or konobas. Overnight stay in the port of Zadar.

Kayak safari or Zrmanja River rafting

After breakfast, bus excursion to the Zrmanja River. Here we will take over our kayaks, and after a briefing we will head down the river over rapids and waterfalls (in case of very high water levels the excursion will be carried out as rafting with large inflatable boats). At lunchtime we will have a picnic at one of the most beautiful parts of the river. Then we continue paddling through the Zrmanja Canyon with its unique scenery and bird life. At the destination of the kayak safari there is ample opportunity for bathing in the crystal clear waters of the river. Bus transfer to Mandre on the island of Pag, where we will return to our boat. Dinner on board, overnight stay.

Visit to the olive grove in Lun, guided tour of Rab

The Island of Pag stands out above all by its extremes – partly meagre like a lunar landscape, partly covered with lush green mountain fields, where numerous sheep graze, “producing” the famous Pag cheese. By boat we continue from Mandre to Lun, a small place at the north-western tip of the island. There, we will make a short walk to visit one of the most beautiful olive groves in the entire Mediterranean area. Spread over a surface of 24 acres of land there are about 80,000 impressive olive trees. Some of them are more than five metres high and older than 1,500 years. Enjoy the beauties of nature during a guided walk through the olive grove and learn more about olives and the precious oil and their significance for a healthy diet. After lunch on board and an extended break for swimming and sunbathing, we set of for Rab, the capital of the homonymous island. The old town of Rab with its unique bell towers stretches along a narrow rocky peninsula, surrounded by water on three sides. Three streets run through the old town – the “Lower Street” with cafés and pubs, the “Middle Street” with boutiques, souvenir shops and ice cream parlours, and the “Upper Street”, which will take you to the four churches with their bell towers. After arrival guided tour of Rab. Enjoy dinner in one of the numerous restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Bicycle tour or mountain hike on the island of Rab, walk in Krk

After breakfast, we take an easy bicycle tour through the pine-covered peninsula of Suha Punta (approx. 12 km). Those who wish to take a more challenging tour can alternatively enjoy a “mountain hike” on the Kamenjak (408 m). The mountain not only protects the city of Rab from the cold north winds; it also offers a fantastic view on the Velebit mountain range, the islands, the town of Rab and the Nature Park of the Kalifront peninsula. After returning on board with plenty of appetite, we will enjoy lunch and leave the port of Rab, heading to a secluded bay. Here we will anchor for a swimming break, before continuing to the Island of Krk, the last island of our trip. After a walk through the old town of Krk, we head for Njivice, where will stay for overnight.

Hike to the fortress of Trsat

After breakfast, we will leave the Island of Krk, sailing in direction to Rijeka. On our way to Rijeka, we will have plenty of time to enjoy lunch and a last refreshing dip in the crystal clear water of the Adriatic Sea. After this last swimming break, we will bid farewell to the Adriatic Sea and enter the port of Rijeka. Once we moored the boat, we take a walk to the sanctuary and the fortress of Trsat, a pilgrimage site above the town. You will not regret climbing the 485 steps because from the fortress you will enjoy a magnificent view over the entire Kvarner Bay. Afterwards you can go out for dinner to one of the numerous restaurants ashore. Overnight stay in Rijeka.

After breakfast, disembarkation until 9:00 am.

Embarkation, bike tour on Cres

If you are travelling to Rijeka with your own car, you can drive to the port and directly to your ship between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. at the latest. Here you can unload your luggage, which will be stored under our care until the cabins are ready for occupancy at 11:30 a.m. Our service team will then escort you to the garage and transfer you back to the port. Our bicycles will be waiting for you in front of the ship. Once you have selected a bicycle and taken it for a test ride, our team will load it onto the ship. You will then be welcomed by our tour guide with a welcome drink and have the opportunity to meet the crew and your fellow travellers. Then we'll weigh anchor and set course for the island of Cres. In one of the bays with crystal-clear water, you'll have the opportunity to take your first dip in the refreshing waters of the Adriatic Sea. We'll then continue on to the town of Cres. After arriving, we'll take a bike tour to the lighthouses of Cres and back (approx. 15 km). Overnight stay in Cres.
The port of embarkation for air passengers depends on flight times. If you book your flight and transfer through I.D. Riva Tours and arrive at Rijeka Airport by 11:30 a.m., embarkation in Rijeka is guaranteed; if you arrive later, embarkation will take place at the first port of call.

Hike to Veli Lošinj and the ‘Mediterranean Fragrance Garden’

After breakfast, we set off for the island of Lošinj. It is known for its dense pine forests and for having around 300 days of sunshine a year with little or no cloud cover. With a bit of luck, we may be able to observe dolphins playing in the waves today, as more than 220 dolphins registered by the ‘Adriatic Dolphin Project’ live in the waters around the island of Lošinj. On the way, we will take a long break to swim in a bay. We continue our journey and, after lunch, enter the harbour of Mali Lošinj. This is followed by a leisurely hike to picturesque Veli Lošinj with its colourful houses (approx. 4 km). The small harbour is ideal for a stopover with a cappuccino on the harbour promenade. Afterwards, we visit the Mediterranean Fragrance Garden, where many species of fragrant plants thrive. Opportunity for dinner in the Konoba of the Fragrance Garden or in Mali Lošinj, overnight stay on board.

Bike tour on Molat, guided tour of Zadar

Our first destination today is the island of Molat. From the pier in the village of Molat, we cycle to the village of Zapuntel and back to our ship via the same route (approx. 18 km). Lunch on board and after a swimming break, we set course for Zadar, the former capital of Dalmatia. Upon arrival, our tour guide will take you on a guided tour of the old town, located on a peninsula and surrounded by mighty walls, which is rich in historical buildings. They will show you the most important sights – e.g. the Roman Forum, the round church of Sveti Donat, the cathedral of Sveta Stošija and the world's only sea organ, whose sound and ‘melodies’ are determined solely by the waves. Opportunity for dinner and overnight stay in Zadar.

Kayak safari or rafting on the Zrmanja

After breakfast, we will travel by bus to the Zrmanja River. Here we will pick up the kayaks and, after a briefing, head downstream over rapids and waterfalls (if the water level is very high, the excursion will be replaced by a rafting tour in large inflatable boats). At lunchtime, we will have a picnic at one of the most beautiful spots on the river. We will then continue paddling through the Zrmanja Canyon with its unique landscape and bird life. At the end of the kayak safari, there will be plenty of opportunity to swim in the crystal-clear waters of the river. Bus transfer back to Zadar. Dinner on board, overnight stay.

Visit to the olive grove in Lun, guided tour of Rab

Today we take a boat trip to Lun on the north-western tip of the island of Pag, stopping off for a refreshing swim along the way. Once in Lun, we walk to one of the most remarkable olive groves in the entire Mediterranean region. Over a thousand of the approximately 80,000 olive trees are up to 8 metres high and around 1,200 years old, with the oldest estimated to be around 1,600 years old! During a guided tour of the grove, we will also learn a lot about the importance of olives and olive oil in a healthy diet. After lunch, we will cross over to Rab, the island's capital of the same name. The old town of Rab, with its striking bell towers, stretches along a narrow, rocky headland, surrounded by water on three sides. Three streets run through the old town – the ‘Lower Street’ with cafés and pubs, the ‘Middle Street’ with boutiques, souvenir shops and ice cream parlours, and the ‘Upper Street’, which leads to the four churches with their bell towers. After arrival, guided tour of Rab. Opportunity for dinner, overnight stay.

Bike tour on Rab, walk in Krk

After breakfast, we will take an easy bike tour across the pine-covered Suha Punta peninsula to Frkanj Beach (approx. 15 km). After returning to the boat in Rab, we will have lunch and leave the harbour to head for a bay. We will anchor here for a swim before continuing on to the last island of our trip – Krk. After docking in the town of Krk, the well-preserved old town with its narrow streets, city walls and Frankopan Castle invites you to explore – you can end the evening in one of the numerous restaurants with a view of the sea.

Cycling tour on Krk

Our ship sets sail for Haludovo. On a leisurely cycle tour from Haludovo to Njivice (approx. 6 km), we follow the so-called Paradise Trail along the coast – with sweeping views of the sea and shady sections through fragrant pine forests. After lunch on board, we return to the starting point of the trip – with a stop for a swim in one of the bays before spending the night in the port of Rijeka.

After breakfast, disembarkation by 9:00 a.m.
Please note:
* Whenever possible, encounters and overnight stays with groups from other ships will be avoided.
* If the night-time temperatures are not too high, the overnight stay in Mali Lošinj on Wednesday will not take place. We will instead stay in a secluded bay and visit Mali Lošinj for about two hours on Thursday morning. The same applies to Valun on Thursday. Overnight stay in the Bay of Nedomisje, not far from the town of Cres, and a visit to the town of Cres on Friday morning.
* In the event of high night-time temperatures we will have to stay in places with an electrical hook-up, because otherwise the air conditioning will not work during the night.
* In the event of bad weather or rain, port stays in the overnight stay locations will be extended, since (sun-) bathing will in any case be impossible.
* Adverse weather conditions can result in minor changes to the route.
* All the times listed are estimated and may vary.
* The route can also be sailed in the opposite direction.
* Nudity is permitted on the sun deck (also during the journey), in secluded coves and on (unofficial) naturist beaches.
* Nudity is not allowed in the saloon and when sailing into port, and bathing costumes must be worn as a minimum.
What's included…
  • 8-day cruise according to the itinerary
  • Half board according to the itinerary
  • Captain's dinner
  • English and German speaking representatives during embarkation and disembarkation
  • English and German speaking guide during the whole cruise
  • All Terrain Bike rental at extra charge (€ 20 per bike) – please advise us at the time of booking if you require a helmet
  • E-bike available at extra charge (€ 199 per e-bike)
  • Guided bicycle tours according to the itinerary
  • Guided hikes according to the itinerary
  • Cappuccino on the harbour promenade of Mali Lošinj or Cres
  • Entrance fee to the "Mediterranean Fragrant Garden" incl. a guided tour
  • Kayak safari on the Zrmanja river incl. picnic and bus transfer
  • Guided city tour of Zadar
  • Guided city tour of Rab
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Sojourn tax and harbour fees are not included in the prices and are payable in cash on board upon embarkation. These are € 49 per person and week, € 24 for children up to 12 years.

Tip recommendation: You will certainly be happy to reward the service crew’s performance with a tip. We recommend an amount from € 10-15 per cabin and day.

13. September 2025

12. September 2026