Croatia’S Dalmatian Coast & Islands Small Ship Cruise By Air
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
8-Day Itinerary
Day 1 - Trogir
Fly to Split where you will met and transferred to Trogir port to board the MS Adriatica for a seven-night cruise. Get settled in your cabin before attending a welcome reception followed by dinner*. Take some time to explore the historic town of Trogir.
*Please note: Welcome dinner is subject to flight arrival time.
Meals - Dinner
Day 2 - Bol on Brač Island & Hvar with Walking Tour
Today we cruise to Bol on Brač Island, home to the most beautiful beach in the entire Mediterranean – Zlatni Rat (the Golden Horn) – which is constantly changing its shape due to the ocean currents. We take a short break for swimming, cooling off and relaxing, if the weather permits.
Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Hvar Town on the island of Hvar, a charming seaside town with eight centuries of architecture, and a favourite holiday destination for international celebrities. During a walking tour, we visit many historical sites, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, as well as the Arsenal with its theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe! Above the town is the impressive fortress Fortica, offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Your evening is free in Hvar. You can explore more and dine at your leisure in one of the many restaurants in town.
Please note: Due to the limited capacity of the Hvar harbor (during peak season), port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad. In this case, your transfer by bus will be organized to and from Hvar.
Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 - Mljet National Park
In the morning, we head further north to the island of Mljet. Mljet National Park encompasses five types of forest, many species of birds and two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes. Alternatively, you can explore the National Park or island on your own.
Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 - Dubrovnik with Walking Tour
In the morning, we sail to Dubrovnik, the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' and a famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in the city, you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical centre of Dubrovnik and a walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, and the most famous place inside the town walls. Here, your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik.
After a city tour, enjoy time to explore independently! Visit the City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace, and the Cathedral, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island! You can even hop on the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ – the choice is yours!
Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 - Korčula with Walking Tour & Wine Tasting
Early in the morning, we set sail for the island of Korčula, with a swim stop (weather permitting) in one of pristine bays. There will be time to relax before enjoying lunch on board. We will then continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town and the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. Evening is free to explore the town independently.
Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 - Pučišća
Our journey continues towards Pučišća. We enjoy lunch on board and a swim in one of Brač’s many lovely coves and bays, if weather permits. Situated on the island of Brač, Pučišća is known for its stone masonry. Here, you can visit the amazing stonemason school independently if you wish.
Enjoy a Captain’s Dinner on board tonight.
Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Split with Walking Tour
In the morning, we head to our final port, Split, with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, before enjoying lunch on board.
In the late afternoon, we arrive in Split. Take a walking tour of the historic inner city to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Sail back to Trogir overnight.
Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8
After breakfast, it is time to disembark. You will be transferred to Split airport for your flight back home to the UK.
Meals - Breakfast