Motorcycle Tour of the Adriatic

A motorcycle tour of the Adriatic crosses seven countries in a single journey: you leave Bavaria, ride the Grossglockner in the Austrian Alps and drop to the sea through Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Italy. Over 13 days and roughly 2,500 km, the ROXMOTORS route combines mountain passes, Adriatic islands and preserved medieval cities — with free days in Hvar and Dubrovnik to catch your breath.

The Mediterranean from its less obvious side

This is one of the ROXMOTORS flagships, and for good reason: it is 100% tarmac, easy-going in difficulty, and still delivers one of the most varied runs of scenery in Europe. In two weeks you go from snow at the top of the Grossglockner to the beaches of Hvar, by way of the Plitvice waterfalls, the bridge at Mostar and Bosnian coffee in Sarajevo. It is a route for riders who want good roads without giving up culture, food and time to rest.

What you will see on the Adriatic

Grossglockner High Alpine Road — 48 km and 36 hairpins to the foot of Austria’s highest mountain, with lunch at the top and snow along the roadside;
Lake Bled and Ljubljana — the emerald lake with its islet and castle, and the Slovenian capital with its cafés along the Ljubljanica river;
Plitvice Lakes National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 16 lakes linked by waterfalls and a night inside the park;
Island of Hvar — 100 km of coastal roads on the island, a free day with a private boat tour of the Pakleni archipelago and white wine at sunset;
Dubrovnik — the Pearl of the Adriatic, a walled UNESCO World Heritage city, with a cable car and a free day for Montenegro and the Bay of Kotor;
Mostar and Sarajevo — the historic bridge over the Neretva and the Baščaršija quarter, where Bosnia introduces itself through its food.

Route summary

Day 1 — Erding, Germany: arrival 15 minutes from Munich airport, group briefing and handover of the motorcycles;
Days 2 and 3 — Alps and Slovenia: the Grossglockner crossing to Lake Bled, followed by Ljubljana;
Days 4 to 8 — Croatian coast: Plitvice, Split, the ferry to Hvar with a free day, the coastal road to Dubrovnik and another free day;
Days 9 and 10 — Bosnia: lunch in Mostar, a night in Sarajevo and the ride up to Zagreb;
Days 11 to 13 — return: Trieste and Piazza Unità d’Italia, back across the Alps to Erding and end of tour.

Representative itinerary — the detailed day-by-day programme is in the guide book for each departure.

Tour facts

13 days and approximately 2,500 km;
Countries: Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Italy;
Difficulty: easy — the most relaxed level on the ROXMOTORS scale;
100% on-road;
Start and finish in Erding, in the Munich area;
900cc motorcycle with top case and full insurance (ask about the 1200cc upgrade).

What is included

Motorcycle rental from 800 to 1300cc, with top case and full insurance;
Accommodation in superior category, well located hotels;
Guide with advanced training in riding, mechanics and WMA wilderness first aid;
Support vehicle with Starlink, mechanical support and first aid;
Life insurance and premium travel assistance;
Digital and printed road book;
Travel kit with ROXMOTORS gifts and a memory frame;
Fuel;
Concierge service for flights, extra hotel nights and local experiences.

Upcoming departures

Check the dates for the next Adriático Experience departures in the full calendar of European tours, or talk to our team.

Why ride the Adriatic with ROXMOTORS?

Groups of no more than 10 motorcycles, for a genuinely premium experience; a team with more than a decade running international motorcycle tours and its own operation in Europe; support vehicle, certified guide and concierge from start to finish; and the reliability of a well established company.

Want to see more of Europe?

Beyond the Adriatic, ROXMOTORS runs tours through the Alps, Tuscany, Portugal and Spain, Eastern Europe, the Balkans, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia and more. Browse all our European tours.

Getting ready

Most visitors need only a passport valid for at least six months to enter the Schengen Area for stays of up to 90 days — check the rules for your nationality. Note that Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro sit outside the Schengen Area, and there are border checks on those crossings. An International Driving Permit is recommended, and the mandatory travel insurance is already included in the package. About a month before departure we open a WhatsApp group with the road book, packing tips, paperwork and currency guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need my own motorcycle? No. The motorcycle is included and waiting for you at the start of the tour in Erding.
Can I bring a pillion? Yes. The route is 100% tarmac with two free days, which makes it comfortable for pillions and a favourite among couples.
Do I need off-road experience? No. It is entirely on paved roads, at the most relaxed level on the ROXMOTORS scale.
When is the best time to go? May, when the tour runs: the alpine passes are already open and the Croatian coast has yet to fill with the European summer crowd.