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Traditional wooden sailing ship MS Sagena with two masts in turquoise waters of Kvarner Bay, Croatia, with rocky mountains in background.

Through Kvarner Bay, MS Sagena

Island by Island through Kvarner Bay

8 Days / 7 Nights
Moderate Walking
Traditional wooden sailing ship MS Sagena with two masts in turquoise waters of Kvarner Bay, Croatia, with rocky mountains in background.

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Guided walking tour through the Kvarner Bay aboard MS Sagena, exploring Croatian islands including Krk, Rab, Ilovik, Lošinj, and Cres. Moderate hiking with daily stages of 6-17 km through Mediterranean landscapes, coastal paths, and scenic viewpoints. Includes 7 nights in twin cabins with half board, guided city tours of Rab and Mali Lošinj, and visits to thousand-year-old olive trees. Loop tour starting and ending in Rijeka with Captain's Dinner and daily tour briefings.

Turquoise-blue waters, Mediterranean island scenery and varied hiking trails: this special journey combines active experiences on land with relaxing hours on the water. Setting off from Rijeka, the MS Sagena takes you to the islands of Krk, Rab, Ilovik, Lošinj and Cres. Along the way, you explore the many different facets of Croatia’s island world on foot, enjoy magnificent views of the Adriatic and soak up the Mediterranean charm of picturesque coastal towns. After each hike, it’s time to set sail again! On board the MS Sagena, you can watch the islands and coastal landscapes slowly drift by while relaxing and reflecting on the day’s adventures. Via Valun and Cres, the journey finally takes you back to Rijeka. A wonderful combination of hiking, island hopping and relaxing moments at sea.

Aerial view of Rijeka harbor in Kvarner Bay with moored boats, parking area, and historic yellow buildings along the waterfront.
Female hiker with blue backpack walking on dirt trail through Mediterranean landscape with green vegetation and rocky mountains under clear blue sky.
Panoramic view of Vrbnik on Krk Island with orange-roofed buildings, a church tower, lush green trees, and mountains across the Adriatic Sea.
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Your varied journey through Croatia’s beautiful island world begins in Rijeka. On board the MS Sagena, you travel from island to island, with plenty of time along the way to discover the highlights of Krk, Rab, Ilovik, Lošinj and Cres on foot. Hikes through Mediterranean landscapes alternate with relaxing cruises across the Adriatic. Via Valun and Cres, the journey finally takes you back to Rijeka.

  • Veli Hlam & Kamenjak: Two of the most beautiful summit experiences of the trip await you on Krk and Rab. From Veli Hlam and Kamenjak, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views across the Kvarner archipelago all the way to the majestic Velebit Mountains.

  • Lošinj & der Gipfel Sv. Ivan: From Mali Lošinj, the hike leads through Veli Lošinj and along the Napoleon Trail up to Sv. Ivan. At the top, a magnificent panorama of the islands of Cres, Krk, and Rab unfolds.

  • Cres between Valun & the Island's capital: Vineyards, olive groves, sheep pastures, and pine forests line the hike from Valun to Cres. At the end, the Sveti Bartolomej lookout point offers one last sweeping view of the archipelago and the Adriatic Sea.

The MS Sagena combines the charm of a traditional wooden motor sailing ship with plenty of space and comfort. Following an extensive reconstruction, the ship now features just eight spacious cabins. The cosy saloon and deck also offer plenty of room to relax after your hikes and enjoy the coastal scenery as it passes by. Captain Joško Kordić has owned the Sagena since 2015 and takes great pride in caring for his ship with dedication and passion. Regular improvements ensure that guests feel completely at ease on board. He is often joined by his wife Martina and his daughters Marieta and Lola, who together create a warm and personal atmosphere on board. Many returning guests come back to the Sagena year after year, a testament to the special charm of this family-run ship.

Aerial view of Rijeka harbor in Kvarner Bay with moored boats, parking area, and historic yellow buildings along the waterfront.
Female hiker with blue backpack walking on dirt trail through Mediterranean landscape with green vegetation and rocky mountains under clear blue sky.
Panoramic view of Vrbnik on Krk Island with orange-roofed buildings, a church tower, lush green trees, and mountains across the Adriatic Sea.

Itinerary at a glance

Embarkation in Rijeka between 8:20 am and 12:00 pm, followed by a welcome from your tour guide with a welcome drink. We then set sail for the island of Krk, where your first hike takes you from Njivice along the Paradise Trail to Haludovo. After a refreshing swim in the Adriatic, we continue to the picturesque harbour town of Krk, where we stay overnight.

Early in the morning, we travel by boat to Stara Baška on the island of Krk. From here, we hike through the Mediterranean landscape to the summit of Veli Hlam and continue to Baška. Afterwards, the boat takes us to the island of Rab, with time for a refreshing swim along the way. Upon arrival in Rab, we explore the picturesque old town and its distinctive bell towers on a guided tour. Afterwards, there is time to enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.

After breakfast, we hike across the island of Rab to the summit of Kamenjak, where magnificent views over the island and the Velebit Mountains await us. Back on board, we continue to Lun on the island of Pag, where we take a short walk to see the thousand-year-old olive trees. Afterwards, we sail to Ilovik, known as the “Island of Flowers”, where we stay overnight.

Today, the boat takes us to the island of Lošinj, where we hike from Mali Lošinj via Veli Lošinj to the summit of Sv. Ivan. From here, we enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding islands before returning to Mali Lošinj. During a guided tour, we explore the town before ending the day with dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

During breakfast, we’ll sail to Osor, where our circular hike to Sv. Gaudencije begins. Back on board, we’ll enjoy lunch and continue on to Valun on the island of Cres, stopping for a swim along the way. In the evening, we’ll wrap up the day with a Captain’s Dinner on board.

Today’s hike takes us from Valun through the varied landscapes of the island of Cres to the island’s capital of the same name. Along the way, we pass vineyards, olive groves, sheep pastures and fragrant pine forests. Upon arrival in Cres, there is plenty of time to explore the picturesque town and its narrow streets at your own pace. Afterwards, you can spend a relaxing afternoon strolling along the waterfront promenade or unwinding in one of the cosy cafés.

Today’s hike takes us from Cres to the Sveti Bartolomej viewpoint, where we enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding islands and the sparkling sea. Back on board, lunch awaits us before we set off on the final stage of our journey. We return to Rijeka by boat, arriving in the afternoon.

Disembarkation takes place after breakfast until 09:00. Afterwards you start your individual journey home.

Historic coastal town on Rab Island viewed from the water, featuring stone buildings and four bell towers against blue sky and mountains.
Two hikers with backpacks walking on a rocky trail in Kvarner Bay. The path winds through limestone rocks and green vegetation with sea visible in distance.
Scenic bay on Lošinj with turquoise water, green hills, coastal path, and houses. A boat floats in the bay under blue sky with clouds.
Aerial view of Osor, a coastal town with red-roofed houses and a prominent church tower, overlooking a turquoise bay with sailboats and marina.
Female hiker with blue Vaude backpack viewing the Adriatic Sea coastline in Kvarner Bay, Croatia. Rocky terrain and green vegetation visible.
Coastal village of Veli Lošinj with colorful houses and church tower, framed by pine trees. Forested hills and blue water visible in background.

Difficulty level

Moderate Walking

This journey is ideal for leisure hikers with a good basic level of fitness. The short to medium-length daily stages lead through varied natural landscapes with gentle ascents and beautiful views. Along coastal paths, across green islands and through Mediterranean vegetation, there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy the impressive scenery at your own pace.

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Included

  • Guided hikes and sightseeing tours as per itinerary from/to Rijeka
  • 7 overnight stays in twin cabins (some with French beds)
  • Half board (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches)
  • 1 Captain’s Dinner

  • On-board tour guide and daily tour briefing
  • Detailed travel documents, 1 set per cabin
  • Guided city tour of Rab
  • Guided city tour of Mali Lošinj

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Airport Zadar Fly to Rijeka or Pula
  • Car park costs about € 80,-/week, reservation neccessary, to be paid in advance

Things to note

  • Minimum number of participands: 15 persons
  • Further important information according to the package travel law and additional information about your bike and boat trip can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

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