Description
| Type of Tour: | Scheduled departure cruise |
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| Operates: | Departs on the following Saturdays in 2021: MS Freedom: May: 1, 15, 29 Jun: 12, 26 Aug: 7, 21 Sept: 4, 18 MS Adriatic King: Apr: 24 May: 8, 22 Jun: 5, 19 Jul: 3, 17, 31 Aug: 14, 28 Sep: 11, 25 Oct: 9 |
| Duration: | 8 days / 7 nights |
| Visit: | Split – Trogir – NP Krka – Stari Grad – Hvar – Vis – Bisevo – Korcula – Mljet – Slano – Elaphiti Island – Dubrovnik |
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| Notes: | These cruises allow plenty of time for sunbathing, swimming and exploring interesting resorts, small bays and attractive Dalmatian towns on your own. Evenings are spent at port allowing time for dinner in a local restaurant (own costs). Service providers reserve the right to substitute the vessel with others of a similar standard. This is not a cruise on a cruise ship; the vessels provide accommodation and transportation from island to island. The boats are classified as 5* Superior motor yachts (when compared to vessels sailing in Croatia) and should not be compared to 5* Superior hotels. Cruise itineraries are subject to change depending on weather conditions. This cruise may not be suitable for elderly clients and persons with restricted mobility. |
| Accommodation: | 5* Superior: MS Adriatic King or MS Freedom or MS Bella or MS Desire depending on the dates mentioned above. MS Freedom MS Freedom specifications:
Additional vessel information: 3 Outdoor showers, swimming pool and additional bar on sundeck, swimming platform, PA system, saloon/restaurant, bar, life vests, fire alarms, security cameras, fire extinguishing system, lifeboat for 50 persons and an additional smaller boat.
MS Adriatic King MS Adriatic King specifications:
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Full Itinerary
Saturday: SPLIT
You will be transferred from Split airport or a hotel to the harbour where embarkation begins at 13h00. In the evening there will be a special welcome reception and dinner on board the boat.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Split (D)
Sunday: SPLIT – TROGIR (NP Krka excursion)
In the morning join a guided tour of Split, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical centre of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Set sail to 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. After disembark in Trogir we will take the bus to visit Krka National Park. You will discover the pristine nature and waterfalls of the Krka National Park, an area extremely rich with flora and fauna. Tonight, enjoy Captain’s dinner and overnight in Trogir.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Trogir (BL, CD)
Monday: TROGIR – STARI GRAD
Morning guided tour of Trogir with a local tour guide. Enjoy sailing towards Stari Grad, swimming stop and lunch on board. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe with many friendly and cheap konobas and restaurants in the backstreets of the old town. The Stari Grad Plain and the old town centre of Stari Grad have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2008. Your evening is free to explore Stari Grad on your own.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Stari Grad (BL)
Tuesday: STARI GRAD – HVAR – VIS
Leaving Stari Grad in the morning towards city of Hvar. A sightseeing tour of Hvar town shows you the first public theatre in Europe and many more historical sites. Afterwards continue to Vis. The town of Vis is on the northern side of the island and was developed near the remains of ancient Issa, the first urban centre in Croatia, formed by the Greeks in 4th century B .C. Visit the remains of the Roman Baths, Church or Our Lady and City museum or take a walk enjoying the view of
the beautiful Villae Rusticae situated along the coast. Your evening is free in Vis.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Vis (BL)
Wednesday: VIS – BIŠEVO – KORČULA
Leaving Vis, we will have an early morning cruise towards Biševo island to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon on the islet Biševo just in front of the town of Komiža. 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. Afterwards cruise towards the Korčula the island’s main settlement and is known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, one of the world’s most
famous explorers of all times. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants to enjoy your gourmet experience and there are numerous bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Korčula (BL)
Thursday: KORČULA – MLJET – SLANO (Oyster Tasting)
In the morning head further south to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Lunch on board and departure for a small village called Slano on the mainland, a peaceful fishermen’s village and the starting point to Ston, another once fortified small village famous for its oysters situated on Pelješac peninsula. Pelješac 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 on board in Slano.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Slano (BL)
Friday: SLANO – ELAPHITI ISLANDS – DUBROVNIK
Early morning cruise to Elaphiti islands with swimming stop on one of the secluded bays to spend the morning. Before lunch sail to Dubrovnik, before we moor at Gruž port we cruise alongside the old city walls, while lunch is served. After docking join a guided tour with panoramic ride and transfer included. After the panoramic view, we will arrive at the historical centre of Dubrovnik, 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. After city tour, you will be left on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s second oldest pharmacy, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral, take a boat ride to Lokrum island or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Dubrovnik (BL)
Saturday: DUBROVNIK DEPARTURE
After breakfast you will disembark and be transferred to a Dubrovnik hotel or the airport. (B)
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