How to Choose the Best Small Ship Croatia Cruise for 2024

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Looking at travelling to the Croatian Islands? Unlike the Greek Islands, the best way to see the Croatian Islands is by a small ship cruise Croatia Cruise.

Below is a list of how we categorise our Croatian Small Ship Vessels. They range from Traditional to Deluxe Superior, with different inclusions on each.

The vessels that sail the Dalmatian Coast are beautiful small ships that allow you to access ports easily and see fascinating islands and towns as well as secluded bays.

Most vessels have cabins on 2 decks: Lower Deck & Main Deck. Some vessels also have an Upper Deck.

 

Traditional Croatia Cruise Vessels

Traditional Cruise Vessel

Traditional Cruise Vessel Inside

A more affordable way to cruise Croatia. Vessels are wooden and vintage style. Most of the Captains are the owners of the vessels and have been sailors for their entire lives, like generations before them. All cabins have a wash basin. Shower and toilet facilities are shared. Vessels have bunk beds. There is no air-conditioning in the cabins. Breakfast is continental with free Wi-Fi on board. Vessels can accommodate from 17 to 38 passengers.

 

Traditional Ensuite Croatia Cruise Vessels

Traditional Ensuite Cruise Vessel

Traditional Ensuite Cruise Vessel Cabin

Vessels are vintage style, however these are a step up from the Traditional vessel. The main distinction is that all cabins have a private shower and toilet as well as air-conditioning. Most vessels have bunk beds. Breakfast is continental with free Wi-Fi on board. Again, vessels accommodate from 17 to 38 passengers.

 

Premium Croatia Cruise Vessels

Premium Cruise Vessel

Premium Cruise Vessel Cabin

Vessels are steel hulled and are usually 29-35m in length. A more comfortable cruise to Traditional vessels as cabins are a bit larger and there is air-conditioning in all of the cabins. Beds may be twin or double and there are no bunk beds (except triple share). All cabins have a private shower and toilet. Breakfast is an open buffet. A Captain’s dinner is also included one night. A cruise manager is on board to co-ordinate your sailing experience. Free Wi-Fi on board. Vessels can accommodate from 29 to 42 passengers.

 

Premium Superior Croatia Cruise Vessels

Premium Superior Cruise Vessel

Premium Superior Cruise Vessel Cabin

Vessels are steel hull, similar to Deluxe boats but usually 38-42m in length. All cabins have air-conditioning. Beds may be twin or double and there are no bunk beds (except in triple share, depending on the vessel). All cabins have a private shower and toilet. Breakfast is an open buffet. A Captain’s dinner is also included on most cruises. Some shore excursions are included. A cruise manager is on board to co-ordinate your sailing experience. Free Wi-Fi on board. Vessels can accommodate between 32 to 42 passengers.

 

Deluxe Croatia Cruise Vessels

Deluxe Cruise Vessel

Deluxe Cruise Vessel Cabin

Vessels are modern with state of the art facilities. Most are 42-47m in length but some may be smaller. Most vessels are recently built. Beds may be twin or double and there are no bunk beds. Cabins are spacious with a private shower and toilet as well as air-conditioning. Breakfast is an open buffet. A Captain’s dinner is also included on most cruises as well as return transfers. Most shore excursions are already included. A cruise manager is on board to co-ordinate your sailing experience. Vessels have a spacious sun deck with sun beds. Some vessels also have a Jacuzzi. Free Wi-Fi on board. Vessels can accommodate between 34 to 42 passengers.

 

Deluxe Superior Croatia Cruise Vessels

Deluxe Superior Cruise Vessel

Deluxe Superior Cruise Vessel Cabin

Vessels are large, minimum 46m in length, with state of the art facilities. Most vessels are newly built or refurbished. Beds may be twin or double with no bunk beds. Cabins are spacious with private facilities and air-conditioning. Breakfast is an open buffet. A Captain’s dinner is included. Return transfers are included on most cruises. Most shore excursions are included. A cruise manager is on board. Vessels have a spacious sun deck with sun beds, most also have a Jacuzzi. Free Wi-Fi on board. Many more extras. Some Deluxe Superior vessels have VIP cabins with some having a balcony. Vessels can accommodate from 36 to 42 passengers.

 

Looking to book your Croatia Cruise? Click here, or choose one of our popular Croatia Cruises below.

 

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