Trek on the island of Mljet in Croatia
Idea of itinerary travel in Croatia in 8 days.
Hiking journey on the island of Mljet including a roaming 3-days trek in the heart of its National Park.
From Dubrovnik, this ideal trip for lovers of nature and large spaces. And for the curious, this island was the refuge of the goddess Calypso.
Explore the island of Mljet and its wonderful scenery, trek between Mediterranean vegetation and coves with crystal-clear waters. When the evening is here, enjoy some authentic stops in the little fisherman ports of the island:
– The salted lakes of the island of Mljet.
– The Mljet National Park, terrestrial and maritime.
– The local gastronomy based on seafood and fish.
– Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic.
Length of stay: 8 days
Kind: Bike & Adventure
Fix: For all public
Countries visited: CROATIA
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Day 1 : Dubrovnik
Welcoming at your arrival at Dubrovnik Airport. Private transfer. Ferry-catamaran from Dubrovnik to Pomena (Mljet Island). Crossing of about 1h15. Arrival at the ferry port of Pomena. You go to your hotel on foot. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight in a 3-star hotel on the seafront, in the bay of Pomena. Superior room with partial view of the sea.
Day 2 : Mljet Island
Exploration of Mljet Island National Park by bike and kayak. Once you’ve retrieved your mountain bike, a trail from Pomena leads you to the heart of the Park. A kayak ride awaits you at the salt lakes. Pleasant navigation on the lakes. You then return to Pomena by bike. Overnight in a 3-star hotel on the seafront, in the bay of Pomena. Superior room with partial view of the sea.
Day 3 : Mljet island
1 st day of walk on the TREK MPO of the island of Mljet. The well-marked path starts in Pomena and joins the village of Polace along the northern coast of the island of Mljet in the first part. This itinerary will offer you impressive views of the marine reserve of the park located in the north of the island. After passing through coniferous forests you will reach the shore which will take you to the village of Polace, hosted by a Roman ruin. You will spend the night in this peaceful village on the water’s edge. To guide you throughout this walk we will provide you with access to a detailed itinerary that you can follow either via your smartphone or via GPS (not provided).
-> Difficulty: Easy/ Duration: between 4 and 5 hours.
Distance: about 11 kilometres, 300 metres elevation gain and elevation loss. Overnight in a 2-star guesthouse. Standard room.
Day 4 : Ile de Mljet
2 nd day of walk on the TREK MPO of the island of Mljet. A day’s walk from the small port of Polace to Kozarica. You will take the hiking trails that leave in the direction of Montokuc from where you will enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the island and its national park. You will walk on trails through the heart of the island and the park in the middle of coniferous forests. Arrival in the very authentic fishing village of Kozarica to enjoy the sunset over the Adriatic Sea.
-> Moderate difficulty/ Duration: between 6 and 7 hours.
Distance: about 15 kilometres, 552 metres elevation gain and elevation loss. Overnight in a 2-star guesthouse. Standard room.
Day 5 : Ile de Mljet
3rd day of walk on the TREK MPO of the island of Mljet. Early in the morning you will leave the peaceful village of Kozarica by joining by a pass the road connecting this village to Blato. Enjoy the morning lights over the valley of Blato, before entering the forest. You will walk on a path through the central plateau of the island in the shade of the trees. After reaching the pass overlooking the southern part of the island, you will continue towards Sobra. You will arrive by a nice path that overlooks the bay of Sobra. You will appreciate the calm and the small restaurants of this village to celebrate the end of this beautiful day of walking. End of the day free to enjoy Sobra and its surroundings.
-> Moderate difficulty/ Duration: between 7 and 8 hours.
Distance: about 18 kilometres, 845 metres elevation gain and elevation loss. Welcoming at your arrival at the ferry port of Sobra. Private transfer and check-in at the hotel. Overnight in a 3-star charming guesthouse with view of the sea and swimming pool. Standard room.
Day 6 : Mljet Island
Free day at Saplunara, a small paradise east of the island of Mljet. Enjoy the beaches, the bay, the walking trails and the magnificent sunset over the Adriatic Sea. Overnight in a 3-star charming guesthouse with view of the sea and swimming pool. Standard room.
Day 7 : Mljet Island
Private transfer to the ferry port of Pomena. Boarding the ferry. Welcoming at your arrival at the ferry port of Dubrovnik. Private transfer and check-in at the hotel. Free and unguided walk on the city walls of Dubrovnik and cable car ascent to Mount Srd (405 metres of altitude). The sensation of the view from the summit is quite enjoyable. Close your eyes and imagine! Dubrovnik in the background, at sunset, the deep blue of the ocean and the green of the surrounding islets. Before that the city walls offer you a beautiful walk with a panoramic view of the city and the Adriatic Sea.
-> Entrance fees to be paid on site. Overnight in a 3-star hotel near the historical centre of Dubrovnik. Standard room.
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