DAY 1 Dubrovnik
Welcome to Dubrovnik! You will be met and transferred to your hotel from Dubrovnik Airport. After settling in, you have free time until this evening when you will meet your fellow travellers and Tour Manager for dinner.
Stay at: City Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Dinner
DAY 2 Dubrovnik - Split
Your day begins with a guided sightseeing tour in Dubrovnik, also called the ''Pearl of the Adriatic''. Your guide will show you the highlights of the Old Town including a visit to the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s third oldest pharmacy. Afterwards, the journey continues further north to Split where you will join a guided tour of the city. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Diocletian's Palace and witness the Peristyle and Jupiter's Temple.
Stay at: Mondo Hotel (4 star), Art Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Split - Sibenik - Zadar
After breakfast, continue to the medieval town of Sibenik where you will embark on a guided walking tour. Witness the 13th century UNESCO World Heritage St Jakov Cathedral and the rugged fortress of St Nicholas. Next, proceed to Zadar where you will be taken around to see anicient monuments including the 9th century church of St Donat and the cathedral of St Stosija. You will end the day seeing Zadar's famous architectural sound art object, the Sea Organ.
Stay at: Kolovare Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Zadar - Zagreb
This morning, depart to Zagreb and embark on a sightseeing tour through Croatia's capital. You will be taken through the highlights of the historic upper town including the 13th century St Mark's Church, the Baroque St Catherine's Church, the Gothic Cathedral of Zagreb, the Parliament, and the Government Palace. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore the Old Town.
Stay at: Westin Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5 Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Split
Travel south to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park. Witness the stunning nature of this UNESCO World Heritage park with its 16 terraced lakes surrounded by forested mountains and lush vegetation. Your tour manager will guide you through several of the beautiful lower lakes before departing to Split.
Stay at: Mondo Hotel (4 star), Art Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 6 Split - Dubrovnik
After breakfast, continue to Dubrovnik. Embarkation begins at 14.00hrs. Take time to wander around the famous streets of the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ before meeting your Tour Manager, crew and fellow travellers, followed by a Welcome Dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 7 CRUISE: Dubrovnik - Korcula
Depart for the island of Korcula, thought to be the birthplace of famed explorer Marco Polo. Along the way, stop at one of the many pristine bays for a refreshing swim before having lunch on board. Upon arrival in Korcula, embark on a guided walking tour through the narrow alleyways and cobble-stoned streets of this well preserved medieval town. The evening is free for you to explore on your own and to dine at one of the many sea front restaurants.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 8 CRUISE: Korcula - Brac
Continue cruising to Pucisca located on the northern coast of the island of Brac. Lunch will be served on board and there’ll also be an opportunity to swim in the Adriatic Sea. Once in Pucisca you will have the option to explore the town on your own or to join an optional tour to the Stonemasonry School. Here you can learn about the famous Brac limestone and their centuries-old tradition of stonemasonry and the unconventional tools used. The precious limestone from this region have been used to decorate the facade of the White House in Washington DC, the Budapest Parliament Building and many other landmarks all over the world. A Captain's dinner will be served on board tonight and you will overnight in Pucisca.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 9 CRUISE: Brac - Split
Today, head towards Split with a relaxing swim stop and lunch en route. Arrive into Split in the late afternoon and join a guided tour of this historic city that was once the centre of the Roman empire. Visit the seafront promenade and magnificent Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the centre of old town. The evening will be free for you to experience the restaurants, bars, shopping and nightlife of this eclectic port city.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 10 CRUISE: Split - Hvar
This morning, carry on cruising to Stari Grad in the island of Hvar. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe, dating back to 385BC when it was known as Faros by the Greeks. Upon arrival, you may explore this UNESCO World Heritage listed town centre at your own pace and we recommend you take a visit to Stari Grad Plain. Be back on board to head towards Hvar town with lunch and swim stop enroute. It is said that Hvar receives around 115 days of sunshine in a year and is (not surprisingly) considered one of the most beautiful places in the world. Here, you will find the oldest public theatre in Europe, Renaissance cathedrals and many other historical sites.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 11 CRUISE: Hvar - Mljet
From Hvar Town, cruise to Mljet, known as the 'greenest island' in Croatia. You will be mesmerised by the untouched nature and cultural heritage of this island. Opt to spend the afternoon exploring Mljet National Park and its two salt water lakes, Veliko Jezero and Malo Jezero, meaning Great Lake and Little Lake. The 12th century Benedictine Monastery, situated in the island of St. Mary on Veliko Jezero, is one of the most beautiful locations in the area and the most visited spot of the National Park. Overnight in Mljet.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 12 CRUISE: Mljet - Dubrovnik
Begin your journey back towards Dubrovnik, stopping for one last opportunity to swim in one of the Adriatic’s secluded coves and bays. Lunch will be served on board. After arriving in Dubrovnik, commence your guided sightseeing tour of the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. Surrounded by impressive city walls, the Old Town is filled with beautiful architectural buildings that combine Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque style in unique harmony. Its medieval city centre and main street, the Stradun, houses numerous cafes, bars and shops to watch the world go by. The rest of the day will be free for you to explore the town and its surrounds. Perhaps you’d like to visit the Franciscan Monastery which houses Europe’s second largest pharmacy, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island or even take a cable car to the top of Mount Srd for the perfect photo op and panoramic views. The evening is free for you to experience the local cuisine at one of the many restaurants nearby.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 13 CRUISE: Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your crew and new friends as you disembark after breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast
Discover in depth the highlights of Croatia by land and sea on this extensive 13 day cruise tour. On this journey, unravel the rich ancient history of Croatia through visits to UNESCO World Heritage Old Towns of Dubrovnik and Split. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking nature of Plitvice Lakes National Park, surrounded by lush mountains, terraced lakes and cascading waterfalls. Finish off by lying down and relaxing on the glowing beaches of the Adriatic Coast or with a refreshing swim at one of Croatia’s beautiful bays.
13 days - from TBA
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
- 5 nights in 4-5 star hotels + 7 nights aboard a deluxe vessel
- Explore the Old Town of Dubrovnik
- Wander through the famous Diocletian’s Palace
- Witness the majestic waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Swim stop at the archipelago Elaphiti Islands
DAY 1 Dubrovnik
Welcome to Dubrovnik! You will be met and transferred to your hotel from Dubrovnik Airport. After settling in, you have free time until this evening when you will meet your fellow travellers and Tour Manager for dinner.
Stay at: City Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Dinner
DAY 2 Dubrovnik - Split
Your day begins with a guided sightseeing tour in Dubrovnik, also called the ''Pearl of the Adriatic''. Your guide will show you the highlights of the Old Town including a visit to the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s third oldest pharmacy. Afterwards, the journey continues further north to Split where you will join a guided tour of the city. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Diocletian's Palace and witness the Peristyle and Jupiter's Temple.
Stay at: Mondo Hotel (4 star), Art Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Split - Sibenik - Zadar
After breakfast, continue to the medieval town of Sibenik where you will embark on a guided walking tour. Witness the 13th century UNESCO World Heritage St Jakov Cathedral and the rugged fortress of St Nicholas. Next, proceed to Zadar where you will be taken around to see anicient monuments including the 9th century church of St Donat and the cathedral of St Stosija. You will end the day seeing Zadar's famous architectural sound art object, the Sea Organ.
Stay at: Kolovare Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Zadar - Zagreb
This morning, depart to Zagreb and embark on a sightseeing tour through Croatia's capital. You will be taken through the highlights of the historic upper town including the 13th century St Mark's Church, the Baroque St Catherine's Church, the Gothic Cathedral of Zagreb, the Parliament, and the Government Palace. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore the Old Town.
Stay at: Westin Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5 Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Split
Travel south to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park. Witness the stunning nature of this UNESCO World Heritage park with its 16 terraced lakes surrounded by forested mountains and lush vegetation. Your tour manager will guide you through several of the beautiful lower lakes before departing to Split.
Stay at: Mondo Hotel (4 star), Art Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 6 Split - Dubrovnik
After breakfast, continue to Dubrovnik. Embarkation begins at 14.00hrs. Take time to wander around the famous streets of the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ before meeting your Tour Manager, crew and fellow travellers, followed by a Welcome Dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 7 CRUISE: Dubrovnik - Korcula
Depart for the island of Korcula, thought to be the birthplace of famed explorer Marco Polo. Along the way, stop at one of the many pristine bays for a refreshing swim before having lunch on board. Upon arrival in Korcula, embark on a guided walking tour through the narrow alleyways and cobble-stoned streets of this well preserved medieval town. The evening is free for you to explore on your own and to dine at one of the many sea front restaurants.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 8 CRUISE: Korcula - Brac
Continue cruising to Pucisca located on the northern coast of the island of Brac. Lunch will be served on board and there’ll also be an opportunity to swim in the Adriatic Sea. Once in Pucisca you will have the option to explore the town on your own or to join an optional tour to the Stonemasonry School. Here you can learn about the famous Brac limestone and their centuries-old tradition of stonemasonry and the unconventional tools used. The precious limestone from this region have been used to decorate the facade of the White House in Washington DC, the Budapest Parliament Building and many other landmarks all over the world. A Captain's dinner will be served on board tonight and you will overnight in Pucisca.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 9 CRUISE: Brac - Split
Today, head towards Split with a relaxing swim stop and lunch en route. Arrive into Split in the late afternoon and join a guided tour of this historic city that was once the centre of the Roman empire. Visit the seafront promenade and magnificent Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the centre of old town. The evening will be free for you to experience the restaurants, bars, shopping and nightlife of this eclectic port city.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 10 CRUISE: Split - Hvar
This morning, carry on cruising to Stari Grad in the island of Hvar. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe, dating back to 385BC when it was known as Faros by the Greeks. Upon arrival, you may explore this UNESCO World Heritage listed town centre at your own pace and we recommend you take a visit to Stari Grad Plain. Be back on board to head towards Hvar town with lunch and swim stop enroute. It is said that Hvar receives around 115 days of sunshine in a year and is (not surprisingly) considered one of the most beautiful places in the world. Here, you will find the oldest public theatre in Europe, Renaissance cathedrals and many other historical sites.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 11 CRUISE: Hvar - Mljet
From Hvar Town, cruise to Mljet, known as the 'greenest island' in Croatia. You will be mesmerised by the untouched nature and cultural heritage of this island. Opt to spend the afternoon exploring Mljet National Park and its two salt water lakes, Veliko Jezero and Malo Jezero, meaning Great Lake and Little Lake. The 12th century Benedictine Monastery, situated in the island of St. Mary on Veliko Jezero, is one of the most beautiful locations in the area and the most visited spot of the National Park. Overnight in Mljet.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 12 CRUISE: Mljet - Dubrovnik
Begin your journey back towards Dubrovnik, stopping for one last opportunity to swim in one of the Adriatic’s secluded coves and bays. Lunch will be served on board. After arriving in Dubrovnik, commence your guided sightseeing tour of the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. Surrounded by impressive city walls, the Old Town is filled with beautiful architectural buildings that combine Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque style in unique harmony. Its medieval city centre and main street, the Stradun, houses numerous cafes, bars and shops to watch the world go by. The rest of the day will be free for you to explore the town and its surrounds. Perhaps you’d like to visit the Franciscan Monastery which houses Europe’s second largest pharmacy, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island or even take a cable car to the top of Mount Srd for the perfect photo op and panoramic views. The evening is free for you to experience the local cuisine at one of the many restaurants nearby.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 13 CRUISE: Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your crew and new friends as you disembark after breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast
