In-Depth Croatia and Montenegro

• Day 1 Zagreb

  Fly from the UK and arrive in Zagreb this afternoon. Be transferred to your floating home for the next 13 nights, the elegant MV Lady Eleganza docked in Rovinj. Designed and built in Croatia for cruising the Adriatic Coast, it is perfect for nestling into the region's small harbours and sheltered coves.

• Day 2 Pula

  Explore Rovinj, which sits on a headland with houses huddled together beneath the imposing St Euphemia church, with its tall steeple towering over the quant surrounds. This afternoon, sail on to Pula. Pula's remarkably preserved Arena, reminiscent of Rome's Colosseum, is the city's highlight. Built in the first century AD, it once housed up to 23,000 spectators for gladiatorial battles. The Arena is the only remaining Roman amphitheatre in existence to have all four walls entirely preserved.

• Day 3 Pula

  Depart Pula this morning and stop for a swim at Unija before arriving in Mali Lošinj. Lush and green-clad, Losinj Island is fragrant with lavender, sage and rosemary. The main town, Mali Lošinj, is characterised by pastel-coloured yacht captains' villas on its waterfront.

• Day 4 Zadar

  This morning, sail to lively Zadar. Located on a small peninsula, Zadar, which historically rivalled Venice in importance, retains an impressive core of Roman ruins as well as some surprising modern flourishes.

• Day 5 Krka National Park

  This morning, set sail for Šibenik. Upon arrival, you will visit the spectacular Krka National Park. Spend the afternoon strolling along boardwalks to view Krka's waterfalls. The most memorable is Skradinski Buk, which is made up of scores of separate cascades.

• Day 6 Split

  This morning, enjoy free time to explore Šibenik. Enjoy a Signature Experience before rejoining your yacht in Split. 

  SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE – Local Village Experience 

  At the village of Radošić, be welcomed with local brandy and doughnuts and enjoy traditional entertainment before a dinner of regional specialties. 

• Day 7 Makarska

  Take a walking tour of Split, a historic city filled with Roman era landmarks. Later board small boats for an excursion along the emerald-green Cetina River. You'll head to picturesque Radmanove Mlinice (Radman's Mills), established in 1772 to grind cereal for the people of Omis.

  Later, rejoin your yacht in Markarska.

• Day 8 Korčula

  This morning, travel by coach over the border to fascinating Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its most famous landmark is the beautiful World Heritage-listed Stari Most ('Old Bridge'), which arches high above the Neretva River. It was rebuilt to its original medieval specifications, after being damaged in the 1990s Balkan conflict. You'll visit the bridge and more on a walking tour. Enjoy lunch before returning to your yacht and setting sail for Korčula.

• Day 9 Sipan Island

  Enjoy a special Signature Experience this morning, then sail for the Elaphiti Islands off the Croatian coast. Stop for a swim before continuing on to Sipan, where your yacht will dock overnight.

  Signature Experience – Traditional Moreška Experience

  Witness an exclusive Moreška performance. This traditional sword dance dates back centuries and involves two groups of dancers representing opposing kingdoms engaging in battle to win over the heart of the King's fiancé.

• Day 10 Kotor

  Enjoy spectacular views as you sail towards Montenegro and the Bay of Kotor. Sailing into the bay, witness the landscape framed by sheer cliffs that hug the walled town of Kotor.

• Day 11 Kotor

  Enjoy a walking tour of Kotor's Old Town before enjoying time at leisure. Those feeling energetic may like to climb the 1,350 steps to the top of the town’s fortifications, or alternatively, delve into history at the Maritime Museum.

• Day 12 Dubrovnik

  Enjoy a relaxing morning sailing to Dubrovnik. On arrival, explore the World Heritage-listed Old Town, a fairy-tale world of palaces, monasteries and churches enclosed within the spectacular medieval city walls.

• Day 13 Dubrovnik

  After breakfast, it is time to bid a fond farewell to the MV Lady Eleganza. You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Croatia and Montenegro In-Depth Itinerary