Croatia Small Ship Cruise Vacation

You will be met at the airport or your Dubrovnik hotel and transferred to your cruise ship to embark on your 8-day cruise (check-in starts at 1:00 pm). (Night supplements will be charged for early morning/late evening transfers.) Get settled in your cabin before attending a welcome reception followed by dinner in the evening. (D)

Start the day with a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic”. Walk through STRADUN – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After returning to ship enjoy the magic scenery as the ship cruises around Dubrovnik city walls to continue to one of the Elaphiti islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, once fortified small village famous for its oysters situated on Peljesac peninsula. Peljesac peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. After exploring the town, we leave to a small nearby village to enjoy the authentic local oyster tasting. Overnight and Captains Dinner in Slano. (B,L,D) 

In the morning join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Continue your cruise towards the Korcula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Afternoon arrival in Korcula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Korcula where you can enjoy a gourmet experience at the multiple restaurants and bars. (B,L) 

Early in the morning, you will sail to small island Biševo to visit the Blue Cave (admission fee is not included), a magnificent natural phenomenon. As sometimes weather conditions can be very unpredictable, the possibility of our visit will depend on those conditions, however you will be notified of this on time. Cruise towards the island of Vis once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Try some exquisite wine sorts in one of the Vis traditional wineries. If interested, visit the remains of the Roman thermal place, City Museum or simply take a walk enjoying the views. Overnight in the port of Vis.(B,L)

In the morning head further towards Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, with a swim stop and lunch on board. Afternoon arrival in Hvar town followed by a tour of the town - the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower, and the oldest community theatre in Europe founded in 1612. After the tour set sail towards Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, one of the oldest cities in Europe where you will overnight. (B,L)

Early in the morning, you will depart for the old Dalmatian town Trogir. Trogir is sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini-Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a floating museum town - as it has a masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian palaces. You will discover the beauty of the Krka National Park and the small access port of Skradin where the flora and fauna are exceptional. Overnight in Trogir. (B,L)

As you sail back along the shores of Mljet Island, gaze at the steep coastal cliffs and stop in the bay for a swim (weather permitting). Have lunch on board before arriving in Dubrovnik. Join a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic" and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Rector's Palace and Franciscan Monastery's Pharmacy. The evening is at leisure. (B,L)

In the morning join the guided tour of Trogir with a local tour guide. Set sail to Split with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive at Split to spend the night. Arriving in Split, join a guided tour of the city, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical centre of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your evening is at leisure. (B,L)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Split airport or your Split hotel. (Night supplements will be charged for early morning/late evening transfers.) (B)