ISLANDS MTB BICYCLE TOUR – 8 DAYS
Mountain Bicycle tour
This MTB XC bicycle tour is not just a typical exploration of islands and the Zadar surroundings. It’s an off-road cycling adventure that immerses you in the beauty of Dalmatian island life. This self-guided bicycle tour in Croatia provides a unique opportunity to delve into the islands’ history, from ancient civilizations to the vibrant present.
As part of the tour, you will explore and enjoy the region’s attractions. From the breathtaking St. Michael viewpoint to the serene Franciscan monastery, opulent mansions of noble families, the charming village of Kali, and the pristine Nature Park Vrana Lake, every stop promises a blend of scenic beauty and historical significance. The tour takes a bold turn, exploring off-road bike routes, adding adrenaline to the adventure. Expect a thrilling ride through challenging terrains mixed with an exploration of the amazing scenery and local cuisine.
We handle luggage and accommodation logistics, allowing you to unwind and enjoy discovering the cultural richness and natural splendor on this bicycle tour. All you have to do is join us and make some beautiful memories!
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- 8 days / 7 nights
- 1 Person - Min. number of participants per tour
Itinerary
- Day 1 (Saturday) – arrival; overnight in Zadar
- Day 2 (Sunday) – Zadar – Nin (overnight in Zadar) Embark on a Croatian bicycle tour covering approximately 55.9 km from Zadar to the historic town of Nin. With an elevation gain of 432 m, cyclists will conquer a route comprising 63% off-road trails and 37% paved roads. The day promises a thrilling ride through varied terrains, providing glimpses of Zadar’s urban charm and Nin’s ancient allure.
- Day 3 (Monday) – Island Ugljan (overnight in Zadar)
The focus shifts to the captivating island of Ugljan, covering approximately 57.4 km with an elevation gain of 945 m. On this part of your bicycle tour in Croatia, you will navigate a trail characterized by 49% off-road and 51% paved sections. Ugljan’s amazing landscapes, charming little villages, and coastal trails offer a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable day of cycling, with the evening returning to the comfort of Zadar. - Day 4 (Tuesday) – Hinterland, Zadar to Sv. Filip i Jakov or Biograd (overnight in Sv. Filip i Jakov)
Explore the hinterland as you pedal from Zadar to Sv. Filip i Jakov or Biograd, covering approximately 39 km. With an elevation gain of 442 m, the route consists of 56% off-road and 44% paved sections. The day unfolds with a blend of cultural exploration and off-road challenges, culminating in the serene surroundings of Sv. Filip i Jakov. - Day 5 (Wednesday) – Ravni kotari (overnight in Sv. Filip i Jakov)
A picturesque ride through Ravni kotari awaits, spanning approximately 62 km with an elevation gain of 650 m. This day is marked by an immersive off-road experience, with 66% of the route being off-road trails and 34% paved roads. You will discover the enchanting landscapes of Ravni kotari, soaking in the natural beauty and exploring traditions. - Day 6 (Thursday) – Nature Park Vrana Lake (overnight in Sv. Filip i Jakov)
The adventure continues with a 57.5 km journey to Nature Park Vrana Lake, featuring an elevation gain of 645 m. Cyclists can anticipate a day filled with diverse landscapes, combining off-road trails and paved sections. Nature Park Vrana Lake offers a tranquil setting, providing a refreshing interlude before the final section of the tour. - Day 7 (Friday) – Island Pašman (overnight in Sv. Filip i Jakov)
Conclude the tour with a captivating ride to the island of Pašman, covering approximately 50.7 km with an elevation gain of 751 m. The route comprises 54% off-road and 46% paved sections, offering a perfect blend of challenging trails and scenic coastal paths. Pašman’s beauty and cultural heritage provide a fitting finale to this off-road MTB cross-country cycling adventure. - Day 8 (Saturday) – Departure
INCLUDED
- 3* hotel accommodation in double room (half board included- breakfast & dinner; 3 nights in Zadar - premium room)
- 4* hotel accommodation in double room (half board included- breakfast & dinner; 4 nights in Sv. Filip Jakov or Biograd - superior room)
- tourist tax
- ferry tickets to islands Ugljan and Pašman
- Nature Park Vransko jezero entrance voucher
- gpx tracks for mobile navigation (6 days cycling - bike routes from 50 to 70 km with elevation up to 900 m)
- mobile phone holder
- map of the region
- luggage transport from Zadar to Sveti Filip i Jakov or Biograd
- bike delivery - start of the bike tour day 1/bike pick up - end of bike tour day 8
- welcome meeting with representative of Zzuum agency at the hotel
SUPPLEMENTS
- single room from 185 € to 375 € (price depends on the time of the year)
- MTB XC cross country bike rental 160 € (cycling bag, helmet, repair tools, pump, locks included)
- Zadar airport transfers ( price varies depending on the number of the people)
MTB XC BIKE SPECIFICATION
- Frame: Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted
- Fork: RockShox Recon Silver RL Solo Air 100mm
- Drivetrain: Shimano Deore 12spd
- Handlebar: Kona XC/BC Riser
- Rims: WTB ST i27 TCS 2.0
- Disk rotors: Shimano RT10 180mm
- Tyres: Maxxis Forekaster 29x2.35"
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION TERMS
- 100 € DEPOSIT PER PERSON FOR RESERVATION CONFIRMATION
- DEPOSIT RETURNED IF CANCELLED UNTIL 14 DAYS BEFORE THE ARRIVAL DATE
- FULL PAYMENT 14 DAYS BEFORE THE ARRIVAL DATE
- NO CANCELLATION FEES UNTIL 14 DAYS BEFORE THE ARRIVAL DATE
- CANCELLATION FEE OF 50% FROM 13 TO 4 DAYS BEFORE THE ARRIVAL DATE
- CANCELLATION FEE OF 100% FROM 3 DAYS BEFORE THE ARRIVAL DATE OR NO SHOW
ADDITIONAL INFO
- this tour is designed for individual guests, not large groups
- arrival/departure: Saturday/Saturday
- possibility to arrange other arrival/departure days on request
What our clients say
- Great and Fun Way to See the City Our Zadar e-bike tour was a highlight of our two-week trip to Croatia. It was a private tour with just my wife and I and our guide, Mario. The bikes were in great shape and the instructions were easy. Mario did an excellent job of leading us and providing a history and description of the city. He kept us going at a good pace (I was afraid we'd be forced to go very slow) and negotiated us through some construction zones. We considered just renting bikes and touring on our own, but I'm glad we went with Mario. His English was very good and he provided just the right amount of information, not too little or too much. Our tour lasted about 2 1/2 hours. We thought it was an excellent value for the price and a great way to see the city. We'd definitely recommend it.read moreread lessRaceBannen10/28/2024Wonderful way to explore Zadar - these guys are great! As this was our first visit to Zadar, we figured that a cycle tour with electric bikes would be a great way to see the place. We booked a Zzuum Guided Tour and it was fantastic. Our guide was Mario and he was engaging and knowledgable. We saw great sites, both within the city area and also in the outlying areas and he explained the various important areas and locations and where appropriate the historic significance. The bikes were great and in good condition and easy to operate. We had a most enjoyable time and I highly recommend this tourread moreread lesshowards20106/16/2024
- Zzum hielp mij geweldig toen ik problemen met mijn kogafiets had in Zadar. Ze hebben in no time mijn fiets gerepareerd, maar dan ook de hele fiets goed nagekeken, absoluut niet duur. Daarnaast meegedacht in routes, deze meegekregen en daardoor een fantastische route gefietst naar Skradin waarbij de autoweg werd vermeden! dit adres een 100% aanrader
Minke Doumaread moreread lessMinke Douma6/14/2024Great day out! This was our first time in Zadar and we often hire bikes/bike tour in other places so thought we would enjoy a self-guided island tour! The island is beautiful and we would love to stay here on our next visit. We were provided with everything that we needed for the trip from locks to spare tires to a huge side bag, meaning we were able to take towels and water shoes.
There were a few small things, but this definitely did not affect our day and i would still highly recommend!! Staff at the shop provided us with a map and lovely location for a small town and beach that was a bit further out, but we were really glad we visited as it was so lovely and quiet!!
We had bikes booked for 9am through Viator, but received a message to say our ferry was not due till 11:30am and to get there an hour before. We still arrived at 9am as i thought we could catch the 9:30 ferry (I did not realise with a bike you needed to go to the main dock around 25mins away and so we could not catch this one). We did however have the full day as the shop shut at 2pm meaning we were able to keep the bikes overnight and ride them back in the morning which was great for us, as our accommodation was far out!
Staff explained to us that we should take the road path as the other path on the map was for mountain bikes (we were given more city bikes). We did however find the distance a long way and the roads were up large hills, next time we would defiantly opt for a mountain bike or an electric bike.
We did see that there were also lots of places to hire bikes from as little as €20 a day, i think we would have saved some money in hiring a bike and paying for our own ferry tickets as we easily also used google maps whilst on the island (we had paid £47 each for bike+ferry ticket)read moreread lessTravelz_DS6/11/2024Everything You Need for Cycling around Zadar and The Islands Fantastic bike rental outlet, with many cycling tour options. Zzumm had a wide range of bikes (mountain, road and e-bikes). Equally important is that they were so friendly and helpful in providing information about cycling the area (maps, tips, ferry information etc, etc0. We did 3 different self-guided tours to Ugljan, Passim and Dugi Otok . fantastic cycling and beautiful places to visit. Highly Recommend visiting the Zzumm team, in the Old Town.read moreread lesscolin s6/09/2024 - Electric bikes in Zadar My wife and I hired electric bikes from Zzuum for three days during our short trip to Zadar. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The bikes were of a very good standard and well-equipped. Checking the bikes out and back was very straightforward and quick.
The bikes were great for exploring Zadar and its surroundings. They were perfect for travelling the 5km from where we were staying into town and we did a longer 35km round trip to Nin which was a lovely walled half-island up the peninsula.
Thanks to all of the team at Zzuum.read moreread lessJim H5/15/2024Electric Bikes are amazing way to see Zadar! Seeing Zadar on an electric bike was amazing! We covered so much ground and had a great time. The bikes were in excellent shape and our guide was fantastic. We came in on a cruise ship & it was a quick easy taxi ride to Zzuum where we met our guide/bikes.read moreread lessBrennanFam5/09/2024 - Scenery ride throughout Zadar Riding around Zadar was an amazing experience. When I arrived at the site, they gave me a helmet and a bike. They will help you adjust your seat and the handle so you can enjoy a smooth ride. Then they explained what the tour would consist of, and afterward, you start riding. The tour guide was friendly and makes sure you don't fall behind. You get to take amazing pictures and learn about the history of zadar.read moreread lessDavid V5/07/2024Super easy and helpful with bike rental and choosing a location to ride. They spent extra time helping add navigation to my phone and suggestions for Island rides. Added touch: while at their office they took time to help an older touring couple with a bike fix that was ready within the hour to keep them riding. Highly recommended!read moreread lessJohn Montgomery10/21/2023
- My husband and 2 teenagers visited Zadar on a Celebrity Cruise and booked a day with some bicycles with ZZUUM. It was very easy to find and the owner was super helpful and friendly. She gave us maps and helped us navigate to where we wanted to ride. The bicycles were in great shape, the prices were reasonable and we had a great time! Zadar is beautiful! I highly recommend using ZZUUM for your tour needs! Oh, and a bonus were the 2 cute cats hanging outside the office!read moreread lessSharee Gatto9/21/2023Fantastic service. Great bikes with no issues at all. Really handy how they proved dry bags with the bikes and spare tubes incase of a popped tyre (which we had to use) and really nice lady who gave us a nice itinerary for our day on the bikes. €20 was for 24 hours so we returned the next morning so we could use them though the evening. Perfect. Thanks again 😊read moreread lessC S9/21/2023
- Excellent guided e bike tour of Zadar We had a really enjoyable toured ride around Zadar with our guide Anthony. He took us to a lot of amazing spots to see the local area and the e bikes made it very easy for us to get around. Anthony shared a lot of his love and passion for the area and was very informative.
We would recommend this tour to anyone great way to see a lot of the area!👍😀read moreread less734russellm9/13/2023Uglijan Visit is a must Best decision I ever made. Boat over from Zadar. Stayed on the Island for a few days. And it was fantastic. Friendly, peaceful and just a stone throw away from Zadar. Even if you go for a day. You'll love it. Land in Preko and either get a bus, take a bike or walk. Beaches, bars and lovely bakeries. Stunning place.read moreread lessGo304268943929/10/2023 - We rented the bikes for a whole day (€ 20/bike for 24h) and it was totally worth it! If you are bored of sitting on the beaches and want to explore the country and also the islands then it is the best program. The lady was really helpfull, she recommended us some beautiful routes and beaches, also we got free helmets too:))read moreread lessAnna Bárdos7/24/2023Amazing bike rental! We rented city bikes, we are from the Netherlands so we bike a lot. These bikes where amazing! We were helped really good and shown the way around Zadar on the map and the best way we could bike on the island next to Zadar! The price is a bit high but it’s totally worth it!!!!!read moreread lesslynn lansink7/23/2023We booked Ugljan self-guided bike tour and it was such an amazing experience. It was our first bike tour ever and we were amazed how much you can see on the bike and the experience is totally different. Ugljan is really nice, peacefull island and perfect spot to spent a day on. Adrijana gave us great advices what to visit and where to go. Bikes were in good condition. We will definitely come back again.read moreread lessAmna Golos7/13/2023
- Three island self guided MTB tour The tour was superbly organised from start to finish by Nicolas & his team, with all the transfers & ferry crossings included.
The well thought out varied routes each day visited many interesting & beautiful places around the region.read moreread lessCoastal314660268967/05/2023Great Service and experience. We booked "self-guided" tour for Ugljan island. Crew helped us with routes and booked ferry tickets. We got good tips for our daytrip. Bikes were in good conditioning and well maintained including accessories, spare tyres and touring bag. All guys were very friendly, they also offered flexibility on bike return if we would have stay longer on night.read moreread lessHarri Peltomaa6/27/2023Zzuum was recommended to us by a local bike shop for servicing and washing our bikes ahead of the final leg of our trip.
The service was absolutely stunning: quick, professional and realistic. As a bonus, Bruno turned the bikes around on the day so we could keep going the following morning.
They also offer bike tours and rental around the area so worth checking them out when getting your cycling fix in Zadar.
10/10. 5 stars. A+++!read moreread lessCelts On Wheels6/19/2023 - Highly recommended bike tour! Our bicycle tour of Zadar was super! We learned a lot from our tour guide, Ante, who was quite knowledgeable about the geography and history of the area. I asked him a lot of questions and really enjoyed the conversation. This ride from Zzuum is highly recommended!read moreread lessRandall C6/18/2023Really excellent. The best way to sample Zadar. Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and personable. The tour agency was also easy to work with, communicative, and accommodated our slightly later starting time. The bikes were excellent as well. Absolutely don't miss this, it wouldn't have been a proper tour of Zadar without seeing it on a bike!read moreread lessAlicia Wu6/11/2023
Highlights
- ST. MICHAEL's fortress
Fort St. Michael is situated 265 m above sea level. It dates from the 13th century when it was a Venetian fortress. However, today it is not a fortress any more but a popular viewpoint. There both locals and tourists come to enjoy the view over the beautiful Zadar channel.
- ISLAND ZEČEVO
This picturesque little island is located in the vicinity of the town of Nin. In fact, during the low tide, you can reach it on foot, as it becomes a part of the mainland. If you want to learn more about local traditions, join the annual pilgrimage to Our Lady of Zečevo and enjoy the hospitability of the local people.
- ISLAND PAŠMAN
Three Islands Tour will lead you to the island Pašman. It is a part of the Zadar archipelago and attracts lots of tourists every year. Sandy beaches, homemade wine and olive oil, hospitable locals and amazing nature are only some of the reasons why you should visit Pašman.
In conclusion, don’t miss this gem!