Vodice bike tour: Prehistoric sites and coastal history

Ride through four centuries of Vodice's past in one morning

A four-hour bike tour around Vodice led by a local English-speaking guide, visiting the Church of St Elias the Prophet, Church of St John, Roman cistern and wells, and the prehistoric settlement of Arauzona. You choose between a standard mountain bike or an electric one. The route covers the coastal paths where Vodice's first settlements took root in prehistoric times. Bottled water and a wine tasting with finger food are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Vodice historical sites

• Visit Church of St Elias the Prophet
• See old Roman cistern
• Visit Church of St John
• Explore old Roman wells
• Discover prehistoric settlement of Arauzona
• Learn history of Vodice and St. Cross’s Church

The experience

The tour starts in Vodice and follows one of the area's most scenic paths, tracing the town's origins back to when its first settlements were founded in prehistoric times. Your guide, who speaks English and knows the local history, will show you the Church of St Elias the Prophet, an old Roman cistern, the Church of St John, Roman wells, and the prehistoric settlement of Arauzona. The route weaves through the surrounding landscape at a pace that lets you absorb the stops without rushing between them.

You'll ride either a standard mountain bike or an electric MTB, depending on which you choose at checkout. The electric option removes the effort from climbing and lets you focus on the sights and the stories behind them. Both come with a bike guide, insurance, and bottled water throughout the ride. At the end, there's a wine tasting with finger food, a chance to sit and reflect on what you've seen.

What’s included

• Local English-speaking guide leading the full route.
• choice of standard mountain bike or electric MTB with bike guide and insurance.
• bottled water throughout.
• wine tasting with finger food at the end.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 17:00Last departure this season: 1 Nov

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (14 to 80 years) · Under 14: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Karika - Day Tours

Is this one for you?The ride is four hours at a moderate pace, so it suits anyone comfortable on a bike for that length of time. The electric bike option removes the climbing effort if you want to conserve energy for other activities in Šibenik that day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the standard and electric bike options on this tour?

The standard mountain bike is a traditional ride. The electric MTB has motor assistance, which makes climbing easier and lets you cover the same ground with less physical effort. Both follow the same route and stops.

How much climbing or steep terrain is involved in the Vodice bike route?

The tour follows one of the area's most beautiful paths around Vodice, but the exact elevation gain isn't detailed in the operator information. The electric bike option is available if you want to reduce the physical demand, and the tour is listed as suitable for all fitness levels.

What exactly is the prehistoric settlement of Arauzona?

Arauzona is a prehistoric settlement in the Vodice area that your guide will take you to see. It's one of several stops that trace the region's history back to its earliest inhabitants, before the medieval churches and Roman structures were built.

Is this tour good for someone visiting Šibenik who wants to explore the surrounding towns?

Yes. The tour is based in Vodice, which is near Šibenik in Dalmatia, and covers the history and landscape of the Vodice area. It's a half-day commitment, so it fits alongside other plans in the region.

What's included in the wine tasting at the end of the tour?

The tasting includes wine and finger food, served after you've finished riding. It's a way to wind down and take in the local flavors before the tour ends.