This superb cruise from Split, overlooked by the magnificent Diocletian's Palace, showcases some of Croatia's most beautiful islands, towns and cities, with many evenings spent ashore in traditional restaurants and cafes.
Join your modern ship and set sail for the lavender-scented island of Hvar, enjoying a refreshing swim stop en route near Bol, a typical fisherman's village. On arrival in Hvar, see the iconic sights on a guided tour, including the striking Renaissance cathedral with its original tower. Continue to the tranquil island of Bisevo for a visit to the gorgeous Blue Cave, an incredible natural phenomenon, and on to Vis, once closed to the public. Sample some of the local wines, visit the City Museum, or simply take a stroll along the beautiful waterfront.
During your time in enchanting Korcula, enjoy a guided walking tour and learn about the fish bone street pattern. Further south is Mljet, where legend says that Greek hero Odysseys spent many years after being captured by the nymph Calypso. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes of Mljet National Park and a boat ride to St Mary Isle with its ancient Benedictine Abbey. Continue to Slano and Ston to learn about oysters, before an overnight stop in Dubrovnik, nicknamed the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. A cruise alongside the impressive city walls, and a cable car ride from the Old Town to Srd mountain are just two of the highlights during your time in this orange-roofed city.
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Split to Dubrovnik Itinerary
Day 1 - Split (Croatia)
Embark your ship in Split from 2pm onwards. Enjoy a guided tour of UNESCO-listed Split with its wealth of Roman architecture, including the incredible Diocletian Palace. Return to the ship for a welcome meet and greet cocktail reception on board. Moor overnight. (D)
Day 2 - Split - Bol - Hvar
This morning, set sail to the island of Brac where there is a swim stop at Zlatni Rat. The typical fisherman's village of Bol has grown into a popular tourist destination. Continue to the beautiful island of Hvar with lunch on board at the Pakleni Islands. Hvar is renowned for its lavender fields. On arrival, there is a short presentation about lavender products and a tour of the town's landmarks, including the Renaissance cathedral and the oldest community theatre in Europe. Hike up the fort for spectacular views. This evening, try the restaurants, bars and cafes as you moor overnight. (B,L)
Day 3 - Hvar - Vis
Early morning, set sail to the island of Bisevo to visit the Blue Cave, an amazing natural phenomenon (entrance fee of approximately £7pp). Visit will be dependant on weather conditions. Continue to the island of Vis, close to the remains of the ancient Issa, first urban centre in Croatia. Perhaps try some of the wines in one of the traditional wineries, visit the remains of the Roman thermal place, or simply take a walk along the waterfront. Moor overnight. (B,L,T)
Day 4 - Vis - Korcula
This morning, cruise to Korcula, known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. On arrival this afternoon, join a guided walking tour of this enchanting town. Korcula has a wide choice of restaurants as well as bars and clubs for those seeking entertainment. Moor overnight. (B,L)
Day 5 - Korcula - Mljet
Cruise south to the island of Mljet and join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes of Mljet National Park. Enjoy a boat ride to St Mary Isle for a visit to an ancient Benedictine monastery, old abbey and 12th-century church. Alternatively, you can explore independently by renting kayaks, bicycles or scooters. Dinner on board and overnight in Polaca or Pomena. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Mljet - Slano
Head to the small village of Slano, a tranquil fisherman's village and the gateway to Ston, another small village renowned for its oysters. After exploring the magnificent medieval ramparts, enjoy a short coastal walk to an oyster farm to learn more about oysters and take part in a tasting. Return to the ship for a Captain's Dinner with entertainment. (B,L,T, CD)
Day 7 - Slano - Dubrovnik
Early morning departure for Dubrovnik, nicknamed the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. The city has an eclectic mix of architecture including Renaissance and Gothic. Before docking, you'll cruise alongside the city walls whilst enjoying lunch on deck. After mooring, head to the old town for a guided walking tour. Take the cable car from the Old Town to Srd mountain for panoramic views of the walls and Elaphiti Islands. Time at leisure for dinner and moor overnight. (B,L)
Day 8 - Dubrovnik
After breakfast, disembark your ship. (B)
The Captain reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary. B - Breakfast; L - Lunch; D - Dinner; CD - Captain's Dinner; T - Tasting
Dubrovnik to Split Itinerary
Day 1 - Dubrovnik (Croatia)
Embark your ship in Dubrovnik from 2pm onwards. Enjoy a guided tour of the city, which has both Renaissance and Gothic monuments and buildings. Take the cable car from the Old Town to Srd mountain for incredible views of the walls and Elaphiti Islands. After the tour, return to the ship for a welcome meet and greet cocktail reception. Moor overnight. (D)
Day 2 - Dubrovnik - Slano
Head towards the small village of Slano. Enjoy the spectacular scenery as the ship cruises Dubrovnik's city walls before continuing to the Elaphiti islands for a refreshing swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, quiet fisherman's village and gateway to the village of Ston, renowned for its oysters. After exploring the medieval ramparts, learn more about oysters and enjoy a tasting. Captain's Dinner on board this evening. Moor overnight. (B,L,T,CD)
Day 3 - Slano - Mljet
Cruise north to the island of Mljet and join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes of Mljet National Park. Enjoy a boat ride to St Mary Isle for a visit to an ancient Benedictine monastery, old abbey and 12th-century church. Alternatively, you can explore independently by renting kayaks, bicycles or scooters. Dinner on board and overnight in Polaca or Pomena. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Mljet - Korcula
This morning, cruise to Korcula, known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. On arrival this afternoon, join a guided walking tour of this enchanting town. Korcula has a wide choice of restaurants as well as bars and clubs for those seeking entertainment. Moor overnight. (B,L)
Day 5 - Korcula - Vis
Continue to the island of Vis, once closed to the public. Vis town has developed near the remains of ancient Issa, the first urban centre in Croatia. Perhaps try some of the wines in one of the traditional wineries, visit the remains of the Roman thermal place, or simply take a walk along the waterfront. Moor overnight. (B,L,T)
Day 6 - Vis - Bisevo - Hvar
Early morning, cruise towards the island of Bisevo to visit the Blue Cave, an amazing natural phenomenon (entrance fee of approximately £7pp). Visit will be dependant on weather conditions. Continue towards the lavender-scented island of Hvar with a swim stop and lunch on board at the Pakleni Islands. Afternoon afternoon in Hvar. On arrival, there is a tour of the town's landmarks, including the Renaissance cathedral and the oldest community theatre in Europe. Hike up the fort for spectacular views. This evening, try the restaurants, bars and cafes as you moor overnight. (B,L)
Day 7 - Hvar - Bol - Split
Morning departure to Brac Island where a swim stop is planned at the famous Zlatni Rat beach. The traditional fisherman's village of Bol is now a popular tourist destination. Continue to Split for a guided tour of this UNESCO-listed city. Admire ornate Roman architecture including the spectacular Diocletian Palace. After the tour, return to the ship. Moor overnight. (B,L)
Day 8 - Split
After breakfast, disembark your ship. (B)
The Captain reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary. B - Breakfast; L - Lunch; D - Dinner; CD - Captain's Dinner; T - Tasting
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