Description
Type of Tour: | Scheduled departure cruise |
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Operates: | Departs most Saturdays between 1 May – 02 October 2020 (final departure 02 Oct) |
Duration: | 8 days / 7 nights |
Visit: | Visit: Split – NP Krka – Sibenik – Galesnjak – Zadar – Sali – NP Kornati – Prismoten – Vis – Bisevo – Hvar – Stari Grad (Hvar) – Bol – Split |
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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. |
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 – KRK NATIONAL PARK – SIBENIK
Depart from Split early in the morning towards Šibenik. After lunch disembark in Šibenik and take the bus to visit Krka National Park. It’s magnificent waterfalls, including the famous waterfall Skradinski Buk, are one of Croatia’s most famous sights. After the sightseeing tour, we will return to Šibenik, a city of exceptional history and rich cultural heritage. Set out on a walking tour of Šibenik historical centre and visit one of the most beautiful Renaissance Cathedrals of the Adriatic. Your night is at leisure in town.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Sibenik (BL)
Monday: SIBENIK – ZADAR
Leaving Šibenik early in the morning we set sail for Galešnjak, a typical small Dalmatian island, where you can enjoy a swim stop in one of secluded bays. Enjoy lunch while we cruise into Zadar harbour in the afternoon. Set out on a walking tour of Zadar historical centre and admire the old walls and Port Gate built in 16th century. Visit the Square of the Five Wells, the Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest Cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. If there is a breeze, enjoy at the sea organ, an amazing art installation.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Zadar (BL)
Tuesday: ZADAR – SALI – NP KORNATI – PRIMOŠTEN
Enjoy swimming in one of the secluded bays. We set sail for the National Park Kornati, comprised of 89 unforgettable islands, islets and reefs. The Kornati National Park is often mentioned as a “nautical paradise” and a rich marine eco-system. Afterwards we continue to Primošten built on a hill and dominated by the parish Church of St. George which was built in 1485. Your evening is at leisure in town.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Primosten (BL)
Wednesday: PRIMOSTEN – VIS
Yugoslav base is closed to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it really interesting to visit. Upon arrival in town of Vis join the walking tour to visit the remains of the Roman thermal place and views of the beautiful Villae Rusticae situated along the waterfront. Tonight, enjoy Captain’s dinner onboard.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Vis (BLD)
Thursday: VIS – BISEVO – HVAR – STARI GRAD
We will have an early morning cruise towards small island of Biševo to visit the Blue cave, 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. Enjoy a relaxing cruise as we sail towards the island of Hvar, with swim stop in one of the secluded bays. Hvar is a favourite holiday destination for international celebrities, but it’s also a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture. On a walking tour visit the old town with the picturesque little streets and the first public theatre in Europe. We will continue towards Stari Grad on the Hvar Island, the sunniest Adriatic island. The famous Stari Grad Field is the oldest in Croatia and the best-preserved example of ancient Greek system of agriculture. It is a part of world heritage protected by UNESCO. Overnight in Stari Grad.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Stari Grad (BL)
Friday: STARI GRAD – BOL – SPLIT
In the morning we will continue towards our final island destination – the island of Brač where swimming is planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia – Golden Horn near Bol – whose pebbles shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change in shape. Join the visit to a Winery where you will have a guided winery tour to learn more about Dalmatian wines and enjoy a Wine tasting. We arrive in Split in the afternoon. This UNESCO World Heritage city bases the city centre in and around the stunning Diocletian’s Palace, the Roman emperor Diocletian’s retirement palace from 295–305 AD. Stroll through the palace basement filled with market stalls and outside experience the historical architecture of this beautiful palace. See the remnants of Split`s Roman heritage, it`s Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter`s temple, the Peristyle and many other unique sites. Overnight in Split.
Overnight: Cruise vessel anchored at Split (BL)
Saturday: SPLIT
After breakfast your will disembark and be transferred to either a Split hotel or Split Airport. (B)
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