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Amethyst Cruise Dubrovnik-Split M/S Antaris

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  • 8 Days
  • Cities Visited

    Dubrovnik, Slano, Mljet, Korcula, Vis, Bisevo, Hvar, Brac, Split

    Group Size:
    1 to 38
    Age Range:
    0 to 99
    Languages: English
    Type: Deluxe Superior Croatia Cruises, Cruise

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Cruise at a Glance

Cruise at a Glance

Cruise from Dubrovnik to Split on the deluxe superior Amethyst cruise

  • Sightseeing tours in Dubrovnik, Korcula and Split
  • Visit Pakovo Selo for an authentic Croatian dinner
  • Swim stops
  • Deluxe superior vessel
  • Start Point:
  • End Point:
  • Stops:
  • Map is an indication of destinations visited and may not depict the exact route taken.

Itinerary

Welcome to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our representative and they will get you settled aboard your transfer and you’ll be on your way to Dubrovnik’s Gruž harbour. Once you reach the harbour, you will be able to check in. Cabins will be ready for you from 2 p.m. However, if arriving early, you’ll be able to safely deposit your luggage aboard the ship. You are free to enjoy Dubrovnik until the evening, when we will serve the Welcome Dinner aboard the ship and your cruise manager will introduce you to the entire crew. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Meals Included:
Dinner

After breakfast, we will visit the old town of Dubrovnik, where a local guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of the UNESCO protected old town, acquainting you with the most important monuments and hidden spots. After returning to the ship, we set sail for Slano, a picturesque town in a deep cove a few hours sailing to the north of Dubrovnik. After lunch on board and a swim stop, we will arrive in Slano. Upon arrival, we will embark on our gastronomic adventure in Ston, well known for its extensive Medieval walls and long tradition of oyster farming, spanning over two thousand years. A short boat ride to the oyster farm in the middle of the bay and with a glass of wine in hand we’ll be tasting this natural aphrodisiac straight from the sea. Talk about a gourmet’s dream! We arrive back to Slano later in the afternoon and the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy. Your cruise manager will be on hand to assist with info about local sights and will have some suggestions for nice dinner spots. Overnight in Slano.

Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch

Early in the morning, we depart for Mljet, one of the most beautiful and the most densely forested islands of the Adriatic. Isolated and untouched, the island is known for its mysticism, olive groves, vineyards, and rich forests. Take in the rich flora and fauna, and peacefully enjoy the pristine beauty of natural surroundings. After lunch on board and a swim stop along the way, we arrive in the town of Pomena (population: 52!). Upon arrival in Pomena, a visit to a national park encompassing most of the island is planned. The park’s highlights are the two saltwater lakes – the Little Lake and the Big Lake with its Benedictine monastery on the Isle of St. Mary. This evening you are invited to the Captain’s dinner aboard the ship. Overnight in Pomena.

Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We depart for the island of Korcula during breakfast, making sure to stop for a swim in one of the many secluded bays along the way.  Lunch will be served on board. In the afternoon we arrive to Korcula, the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Our local guide will take you on a unique tour of the old town of Korcula. You will hear many interesting stories and legends about the city and the life of Marco Polo, the most famous son of Korcula. The casual approach to discovering the history and culture of Korcula will surely delight you. In the evening, we suggest you enjoy one of Korcula’s many exquisite restaurants. If unsure, you can always get some good tips for dinner or points of interest from your cruise manager. Overnight in Korčula.

Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning we set sail towards the island of Vis. With lunch on board and a swim stop along the way, we arrive in Vis in the early afternoon. The island of Vis, formerly a major naval base, was closed to tourists from 1945 until the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 90’s, which helped preserve the authentic appearance of its villages. In the afternoon you will have time to enjoy Vis at your own pace and enjoy everything it has to offer. We suggest a visit to the Archaeological Museum, located in the old Austrian fort Gospina batarija (Batteria della Madona) right on the shoreline or just a simple stroll along the seaside promenade as most of the bars and restaurants are located along it so you are sure to find a lovely place to have dinner. You can always get some good tips for dinner or points of interest from your cruise manager. Overnight in Vis.

Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch

2023 Departures:

In the morning, before breakfast, we sail towards Bisevo and the unique natural phenomenon that is the Blue Cave. The Blue Cave is a wonder of the Adriatic Sea and the most attractive sight of the island of Vis, and you will get to see for yourself why so many people visit it each year. After the visit to the Blue Cave*, we set sail for Stari Grad, with a swim stop on the Paklinski Islands and lunch served on board. After the swim stop, we continue our way towards the town of Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, where we arrive in the early hours of the afternoon. Upon arrival, you will have some free time to enjoy Stari Grad at your own pace.  Later in the afternoon we will visit the UNESCO protected Stari Grad Plain, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful sunset and the traditional local products of the Hora farmstead and a tasty “peka” dinner, surrounded by olive groves and fields of lavender. If you want to visit the town of Hvar in the evening, it is a short half hour drive from Stari Grad and your cruise manager can help you organize a local transfer to get you there and back. Overnight in Stari Grad.

*Please note that the Blue Cave is only accessible with small boats through an entrance just 1.5m high so it is unfortunately easily made inaccessible by bad weather and high waves.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

2024 Departures:

In the morning, before breakfast, we sail towards Biševo and the unique natural phenomenon that is the Blue Cave. The Blue Cave is a wonder of the Adriatic Sea and the most attractive sight of the island of Vis, and you will get to see for yourself why so many people visit it each year. After the visit to the Blue Cave*, we set sail for Hvar, with a swim stop on the Paklinski Islands and lunch served on board. After this enchanting experience we continue our journey towards Hvar, the longest island in Croatia, the sunniest in all Europe (2724 hours of sunshine per year) and undeniably among the most beautiful islands in the world. Upon arrival join the guided tour of Hvar and learn why this amazing town is a must see on the historical map of Croatia. Your evening is free to explore this amazing holiday spot by yourself. Overnight in Hvar.

* Please note that the port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad because of the limited capacity of Hvar harbour. In that case, transfer to and from Hvar will be organized.

* Please note that the Blue Cave is only accessible with small boats through an entrance just 1.5m high so it is unfortunately easily made inaccessible by bad weather and high waves.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for the island of Brac. Before lunch on board, you will have time to enjoy a swim stop in one of the beautiful coves that dot the coast of Brač. After the swim stop, we continue on our way to Split, arriving in the early afternoon. Upon arrival, join our local guide for a tour of Split’s old town to get acquainted with emperor Diocletian’s Palace and learn about the rich heritage of Split’s millennial history. After the walking tour, you will have free time to enjoy the city at your own pace. As is true every day, your cruise manager will be on hand to offer some local knowledge and help you with restaurant suggestions for dinner or bars to enjoy a drink in the evening. Overnight in Split.

Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, it will be time to check out and enjoy your complementary transfer to the airport.

Meals Included:
Breakfast

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What’s included?

7 nights deluxe superior cruise

Touring with licensed local guides

Professional English speaking cruise manager

Tours as per itinerary

2023 Departures:

Sightseeing tours in Dubrovnik, Korcula and Split

2024 Departures:

Sightseeing tours in Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korcula and Split

2023 Departures:

7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners

2024 Departures:

7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Deluxe superior cruise on M/S Antaris (or similar)

Arrival transfer from Dubrovnik airport or hotel to port (on day of arrival only)

Departure transfer from port to Split airport or hotel (on day of departure only)

2023 Departures:

Water dispenser

Fresh fruit available daily

Luggage handling

Daily cabin service

Free wi-fi on board

Stari Grad Plain excursion with dinner at the Hora estate

Ston oyster tasting experience

Entrance fee to Blue Cave

2024 Departures:

Water dispenser

Fresh fruit available daily

Luggage handling

Daily cabin service

Free Wi-Fi on board

Ston oyster tasting experience

Entrance fee to Blue Cave

Whisper wireless audio devices for guided tours

Tips and gratuities

Passport or visa fees

Baggage and personal insurance

Any beverages or food not listed in itineraries

All other entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions

Tourist and port taxes of approximately EUR 60 per person

Entrance to Mljet National Park of approximately EUR 25 per person

Beach towels hire EUR7 per person, per week

Any other items of personal nature

Pricing & Availability

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All rates are based on twin/double share. Please enquire for single and triple rates. Rates are based on AUD. Availability is conditional on final confirmation from the supplier and is subject to change.

Ship Details

  • Launched: 2019
  • Length: 54m
  • Width: 8.6m
  • Speed: 14 km/h
  • Crew: 7
  • Cabins: 19
  • Passengers: 38
  • Sun deck with deck chairs and sun beds
  • Jacuzzi on sun deck
  • Salon restaurant
  • Bar
  • Swimming platform
  • Outdoor lounge area
  • Cabins with balconies
Lower Deck
  • Cabin: Standard
  • Bedding: Double/Twin
  • Size(sqm): 12-17
  • Window: Porthole
  • To Open: No
Upper Deck
  • Cabin: VIP
  • Bedding: Double/Twin
  • Size(sqm): 13-17
  • Window: Window
  • To Open: Yes
  • En-suite
  • Air-conditioning
  • Toiletries
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wardrobe
  • Desk
  • Balcony

Important things to note

Transfer to/from hotel in Split may be on foot as most hotels are located within walking distance to/from the port.

All itineraries and cruise vessels are subject to change without notice.

Sailing is at the Captain’s discretion.

In case of unfavourable weather and/or sea conditions, the cruise itinerary may be modified in the interest of passengers’ safety.

Due to the size of the ports, vessels may be lined up next to each other which may result in other passengers boarding your vessel to reach another vessel.

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Reviews for Amethyst Cruise Dubrovnik-Split M/S Antaris

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Paul
Cruise

Review for: Cristal Cruise Dubrovnik - Split

Good organization, ships new (we were on the Cristal), great cabins, large bathroom, crew perfect, chef excellent and captains helpful and with great experience. We will definitely be back.
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Nicole
This was our first cruise of any kind.

Review for: Cristal Cruise Dubrovnik - Split

This was our first cruise of any kind. We loved the small size (32 max) which meant we were able to get to know people during the week tour. The rooms were spacious, the food was excellent, and our guide Matija was full of fun and facts about his beloved country. The itinerary took us to all the places we had heard about and the weather was sunny and warm even though we went in the shoulder season (Sept). All in all, we couldn’t be happier with our experience with Katarina Line and the professionalism of Sun Island Tours in handling our booking arrangements.
SunIslandTour
Reply from Sun Island Tours
Dear Craig!! Thank you so much for all those kind words! We are more than happy that you had a great time and you liked the vessel/itinerary. Hopefully you will come back and take another cruise with our company - satisfied passengers on board are the best reward we can get for job well done! Thank you and have a wonderful day!!
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Ashleigh
We recently ended our trip

Review for: Amethyst Cruise Split-Dubrovnik M/S Antaris

We recently ended our trip aboard Antaris in Croatia from Split to Dubrovnik starting on July 10th, ending July 17th. First, may I start by saying that this trip by far exceeded my expectations. I have not done a sailing trip like this, nor have I been to Croatia before, so we didn't quite know what to expect. Our guide, Nikola Cendo was exceptional. He asked for our input when necessary and always tried to please the group. He was flexible and extremely helpful in all capacities. He often went over and beyond to help us out by purchasing ferry tickets, pointing us in the right direction for things to do, and all the best restaurants. Not only did he do his job well, and did his best to accommodate everyone on board, he was enjoyable to talk with and fun to spend the week with. The rest of the staff on board were also a delight - they were personable and fun and always there to help all of us out. Regarding the route and our activities, I thought that each of the places we visited were a great choice with plenty to do for the afternoon/evening. The walking tours were informational and were not too long - I thought they were a nice opportunity to get us acquainted with the city before exploring on our own. I enjoyed the length of time spent at swim stops as well as in town. On board our accommodations were also exceptional - the ship was very clean and modern. The facilities were excellent with plenty of room. Please know that I will be recommending this trip to everyone I know. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for such an amazing experience after such a difficult year. I hope to return to Croatia and possibly do a similar trip in the future. Thank you again!

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Amethyst Cruise Dubrovnik-Split M/S Antaris

5
(4 Reviews)
From $2,537 AUD $2,819 AUD SAVE $282 AUD
  • 8 Days
  • Cities Visited

    Dubrovnik, Slano, Mljet, Korcula, Vis, Bisevo, Hvar, Brac, Split

    Group Size:
    1 to 38
    Age Range:
    0 to 99
    Languages: English
    Travel Style: Deluxe Superior Croatia Cruises, Cruise

Or contact your local travel agent.

Croatia
Speak to our Croatia Expert - Olivia

Olivia has travelled throughout Croatia, both touring on a coach, as well as cruising throughout the Adriatic Islands.

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