Challenge level: 4 out of 5
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23 May - 27 May 2024 | On Sale | |
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26 September - 30 September 2024 | On Sale | |
Duration | 5 days |
Discover European Paradise on our literally breathtaking charity cycling challenge on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. This part of Croatia is famous for its beauty and we'll get the best experience as we conquer a roller coaster of a challenge exploring the islands along the coast.
We'll cycle over 190km in three days and tackle epic climbs for sublime views over the sparkling sea and tiny, medieval settlements that should be in a fairy tale.
Kicking off in the beautiful Supetar, we'll cycle across Brac, Hvar, and Korčula before reaching our fantastic finish line at Dubrovnik's medieval fortress. Our Dream Challenge gives us the chance to ride through historic towns and to white-sand beaches, where we can take a refreshing dip after long days in the saddle.
This phenomenally popular charity challenge may seem like a dream, but we won't be sleeping by day, as we cycle up soaring mountains. We'll also get to ride through a canyon and of course, alongside the turquoise sea, with a boat ride to the historic Korčula City and a cycle through the fine, wine-growing region of Dingač.
The best part of our cycle in Croatia is that you can support the charity that means the most to you while having the experience of a lifetime and making a group of new friends.
Pay the registration fee (£299) and challenge costs (£1,395).
£1,395
Pay the balance
Pay your registration fee (£249) and fundraise £2,790 or more for your chosen charity.
£2,790
Minimum sponsorship target
Our cycle in Croatia isn't designed for professional athletes — it is designed for people looking for an amazing goal to train and get fit for. A number of the people who will take part in our cycling challenge will have a low level of fitness when they sign up.
Cycle Croatia 2024 is the perfect opportunity to get fit while exploring a beautiful part of the world and supporting the cause closest to your heart in a huge way.
However, we strongly recommend you train for the challenge. We'll tackle a lot of hills in Croatia and face long hours of cycling.
Once you sign up for Cycle Croatia 2024, we'll send you a training plan, which builds up over time and will set you up for success. Remember, the more you train, the more you'll enjoy the real deal! We also recommend you check out our expert cycling tips here and our indoor training ideas here for the days when you don't want to face the weather.
Please don't be! The majority of people will sign up on their own and our Dream Challenges are renowned for the camaraderie and friendships made as our groups take on these incredible feats together.
Once you've signed up for the challenge, we'll send you a link to a private Facebook group for everyone registered for Cycle Croatia 2024.
Please feel free to use this space to swap questions, advice and updates with your fellow cyclists on your training and fundraising.
You may also want to reach out to your fellow participants in this group to see if there's anyone in your local area you can meet up to train and fundraise with.
Your non-refundable registration fee of £299 per person is used to administer the challenge.
Your challenge costs of £1,395 (ie. 50% of the fundraising target if you choose the Sponsorship option) cover:
In addition to paying your registration fee of £299 and either self-funding the challenge costs of £1,395 or raising the minimum sponsorship target of £2,790, you will need to budget for:
No, your main luggage will be transported each day by our support team.
Each participant, however, will organise their own flight to and from Croatia, so you'll be responsible for your own luggage on the plane.
We advise you to pack light. You will need a bag to go on your bike or a waist bag for things like your camera, sun cream, tissues etc.
Any extra items you may need during the day can be carried on the support vehicle, which you will have access to at the snack stops and lunch.
A cycle helmet is essential and must be worn at all times. Cycling shorts are also recommended and everyone will need their own water bottles or a CamelBak-type hydration system.
Apart from that, no specialist equipment is required. We will supply you with a list of everything you will need to take before you go. Cyclists will have the use of 18 or 21-gear bikes and we suggest you bring the saddle or gel cover you are used to riding on. You're also welcome to bring your own pedals.
We’re afraid we can’t allow for you to bring your own bike on this challenge, for logistical reasons.
We provide very good hybrid bikes with water bottle holders for you at no extra cost, which will be ready and waiting for you in Croatia. Before we start the challenge, we have a bike fitting so that you'll be comfortable on it throughout the challenge.
Many of our participants like to bring their own saddles, gel covers and even their own pedals to make them feel more comfortable, which you are welcome to do. Please note, you do need to bring your own helmet. Helmets are mandatory and you won't be able to take part in the cycling challenge without one. Safety is always our priority. Some people also prefer to bring their own saddle so that they feel familiar on the bike.
We’re afraid we can’t allow for you to bring your own bike on this challenge, for logistical reasons.
Yes of course! As you are responsible for organising your own flights to and from Croatia, it is completely up to you which dates you book them for (as long as they give enough time for you to take part in the full charity cycling challenge).
Please note that for our first night, we will stay in a hotel together and meet as a group for the first time at the hotel the next morning, so you do need to make sure you make the challenge briefing.
Travel Insurance
You will need to take out your own personal travel insurance covering health, accident, loss and repatriation. We advise you to arrange your insurance as soon as you can after you register to ensure you have coverage for your booking as well as the cycling challenge in Croatia itself.
In your Welcome Pack, you will receive information about an insurance provider that specialises in our type of overseas challenges and also covers you for cancellation due to medically-diagnosed COVID-19. You can, however, take arrange insurance with another provider, as long as it covers you for a charity bike ride in Croatia.
Please ask the insurer about the nature of the cover. It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate coverage for your challenge.
Visa
Currently, UK citizens do not require a visa for Croatia, but we'll let you know if this changes before the challenge in 2024.
As we're not medically trained, we're afraid we can't offer you advice on this. We recommend you contact your GP or your local travel clinic, who will have the latest travel health advice.
We also recommend you visit the NHS Fit for Travel website here, to keep up to date with current travel health news and advice on staying healthy abroad.
NHS Fit for Travel website: https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/home
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