Travel through some of Croatia’s most distinctive inland and coastal landscapes on a ten-day Grand Tour connecting Plitvice, Northern Velebit, Gorski Kotar and the island of Krk. Where Forests and Mountains Meet the Sea combines four distinctly different Premium E-MTB experiences with national parks, lakes, forests, mountain landscapes, regional food and wine, cultural heritage and two private days on the Adriatic. From Plitvice Lakes and Northern Velebit to the forests of Risnjak, from the Velebit Channel and Pag to the vineyards of Vrbnik and the Kvarner islands, the landscape changes continuously while the journey remains privately coordinated throughout.
The journey
- Day 1
Arrival in the Plitvice Region
Private arrival transfer, check-in and a relaxed introduction to Lika before a carefully selected regional welcome dinner.
- Day 2
Plitvice Lakes, Nikola Tesla & Northern Velebit
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park before continuing through Smiljan and the Nikola Tesla Memorial Center towards Krasno and Northern Velebit.
- Day 3
Northern Velebit E-MTB
The first Premium E-MTB experience explores the mountain, forest and karst landscapes of Northern Velebit, combined with an Adrion Mountain Picnic and, according to daily routing, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Krasno.
- Day 4
Velebit Channel, Pag & Boškinac
Travel from the mountains to the coast before departing by private boat towards Pag for swimming, snorkeling and a Signature gastronomic experience at Boškinac.
- Day 5
Senj & the Journey to Gorski Kotar
Descend towards Senj for a selected historic and coastal experience before travelling into the forests and lakes of Gorski Kotar.
- Day 6
Lokvarsko Lake, Golubinjak & Deep Forest E-MTB
Ride through the lake and forest landscapes surrounding Lokve and Golubinjak, with an Adrion Forest Picnic incorporated into the day.
- Day 7
Risnjak National Park E-MTB
Explore the protected mountain forests and wilderness landscapes of Risnjak National Park during the third dedicated cycling experience.
- Day 8
From the Forests to Krk · Vrbnik E-MTB & Wine
Cross to Krk for a Mediterranean E-MTB experience through vineyards, stone landscapes and Adriatic viewpoints, followed by a carefully selected Vrbnik wine experience.
- Day 9
Private Kvarner Island Experience
Depart privately from Krk for a full day among the islands, coastlines and secluded bays of Kvarner, with swimming, snorkeling and a carefully selected lunch before returning for a Signature farewell dinner.
- Day 10
Krk & Departure
Enjoy an unhurried final morning by the Adriatic, with time for swimming or Krk Old Town depending on departure timing, followed by a farewell lunch and private departure transfer.
What's included
- Private Mercedes-Benz V-Class with dedicated driver and Adrion Travel Host
- Nine nights across four bases — Plitvice, Krasno, Fužine / Lokve and Krk
- Four Premium full-suspension E-MTB experiences, each in a different landscape
- Two private boat days with professional skipper — Velebit Channel & Pag, and the Kvarner islands
- Plitvice Lakes, the Nikola Tesla Memorial Center, Senj & Nehaj and Risnjak National Park
- Boškinac Signature gastronomic experience and a selected Vrbnik wine experience
- All meals throughout the journey
- A detailed day-by-day itinerary, provided on request
Private journey pricing
Published prices apply to private groups of 4–6 guests. Journeys for 2–3 guests and larger private groups of up to 15 guests are individually quoted according to accommodation, group configuration and programme requirements.
The route
- Plitvice Lakes
- Smiljan
- Krasno
- Northern Velebit
- Pag
- Senj
- Fužine
- Lokvarsko Lake
- Risnjak National Park
- Vrbnik
- Plavnik
Questions
Is this a private journey?
Yes. Every departure is organised exclusively for the guests travelling together — private transportation, journey coordination and both boating experiences are arranged for your group rather than as shared excursions.
How much cycling is included?
Four dedicated Premium Full-Suspension E-MTB experiences, each with a different character: Northern Velebit for mountain and karst, Lokvarsko Lake and Golubinjak for lakes and deep forest, Risnjak for protected mountain wilderness, and Krk and Vrbnik for Mediterranean vineyards and the Adriatic. The Grand Tour is not designed as a technical mountain-biking holiday.
What happens if sea conditions prevent boating?
Safety takes priority over the planned route. Wind, sea state and local conditions are assessed before each boating experience, and the route, departure point or timing may be adjusted. If conditions prevent safe boating, the day is restructured around an appropriate alternative experience.
How physically demanding is the Grand Tour?
The journey is active but deliberately balanced. Four cycling experiences are spread across ten days and combined with Plitvice, cultural experiences, regional gastronomy, two private boating days and lighter transition days. Routes are adapted to the abilities and preferences of the group.