Croatia & Venice Cruise & Stay | Cruise & Stay Package | 11 Days

DAY 1:                  DUBROVNIK

You will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport to the port, where embarkation begins at 2:00pm. Get settled in your cabin before going on a walking tour of Dubrovnik around 17:00pm, the “Pearl of Adriatic”. Walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After returning to ship enjoy a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening. Overnight Dubrovnik. (D)

DAY 2:                  DUBROVNIK – SLANO

Early in the morning enjoy the magic scenery as the ship cruises around Dubrovnik city walls to continue to one of the Elaphiti Islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, situated on Peljesac peninsula and once fortified small village famous for its oysters, which we will taste in a nearby village. The Peljesac peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. Overnight and Captain’s dinner on board in Slano. (B, L, CD)

DAY 3:                 SLANO – MLJET – KORCULA   

In the morning, we head north to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Continue our cruise towards the Korčula island, best known as a birthplace of Marco Polo. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Korčula where you can enjoy a gourmet experience at the multiple restaurants and bars. (B, L)

DAY 4:                 KORCULA – VIS

Early in the morning we sail to the island of Vis once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Enjoy some free time to explore the island at your own pace. Overnight in one of the harbors on the island of Vis. (B, L)

Note: Due to limited capacity at Vis Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.

DAY 5:                  VIS – BISEVO – HVAR 

Early in the morning we sail to the small island Biševo to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. The possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions; however, you will be notified of this on time. Afterwards continue towards the island of Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, with a swim stop and lunch on board. Upon arrival in the early afternoon, disembark and join a tour of Hvar by Land Rover defenders. We will drive through picturesque villages and visit Lavander Farm, stop for wine tasting and finish with Donkey Farm where we will have a lot of fun. Overnight in Stari Grad or one of the harbours on the island of Hvar. (B, L)

Note: Due to limited capacity at Stari Grad Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.

DAY 6:                 HVAR – MILNA, BRAC  

Early morning we head towards Milna on the Island of Brač with a swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. After lunch we arrive in Milna still known as the most beautiful and most protected port on Brač. Explore this Dalmatian town dominated by a Baroque church with a typical Dalmatian bell tower. The interior of the church is rich in valuable paintings by Venetian painters. Overnight in Milna or one of the harbours on the island of Brač. (B, L)

Note: Due to limited capacity at Milna Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.

DAY 7:                 MILNA, BRAC – SPLIT – TROGIR   

In the morning, we will head towards Trogir with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if the weather permits, with lunch on board. After docking, join a short orientation walk through this medieval city. 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. In the late afternoon we will take a ride to Split where you will join a guided tour of Split with and visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical centre of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Enjoy your free time in Split and explore the city on your own. After an exciting evening, we transfer you to the ship. Overnight in Trogir. (B, L)

Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Split harbour (reconstructions related) we may sail directly to the port of Trogir. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour.

DAY 8:                 TROGIR – PLITVICE – OPATIJA   

After breakfast it’s time to disembark and bid our crew farewell. We journey north by motorcoach for a visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Plitvice, we walk around several of the lower lakes. The Park is a natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After our visit, we sail to Opatija where dinner is served at our hotel. (B, D)

DAY 9:                 OPATIJA – POSTOJNA – VENICE   

After breakfast, we travel to Slovenia and visit the unique and beautiful Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. We tour this wondrous subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, we drive to Venice. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure until you gather for a Welcome Dinner with your Tour Director and traveling companions. (B, D)

DAY 10:                VENICE

We began exploring Venice with a boat ride to Murano Island, famous for its artistic glassware. Visit a glassblowing factory, where you will watch a demonstration of traditional Venetian glassblowing by master craftsmen. Then, on to St. Mark’s Square, for the walking tour, viewing the St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and enjoying views of the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop, or join an optional gondola ride. (B)

DAY 11:              VENICE

Breakfast at your hotel. End of our services. (B)

ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR):

OPATIJA: GH Adriatic or similar

VENICE: Principe Hotel or Amadeus Hotel

CRUISE VESSELS: M/S President, or M/S Arca 

 INCLUDES:

• Shared arrival transfer from Dubrovnik airport to port
• 3 nights’ accommodation in 4* hotels
• Service charges and hotel
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Meals as per itinerary
• Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Professional English-Speaking tour director throughout
• Licensed local guides
• Whisper technology for enhanced touring
• 7 nights cruise from Dubrovnik to Trogir in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
• Welcome dinner and Captain’s dinner during cruise
• Water dispenser during cruise
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily during cruise
• Professional English-speaking cruise manager throughout
• Whisper technology
• Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek during cruise
• One beach towel per person per week
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
• Professional English-speaking guide for city tours of Plitvice Lakes National Park, Postojna Cave and Venice
• Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Postojna Cave and glassblowing factory Venice
• City tours of Dubrovnik, Korcula, Trogir and Split
• Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy and Diocletian’s Palace
• Entrance to Mljet National Park accompanied by Cruise Manager
• Oyster tasting 
• Olive oil tasting on board
• Tour of Hvar Island (Lavander farm, Wine tasting and Donkey Farm)

EXCLUDES:

• Drinks, extra meals
• Port tax 70 EUR per person (to be paid by on board)
• All other entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
• Departure transfer in Venice

OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS:

• Additional beach towel 7 EUR per person on request
• Entrance to Blue Cave to be paid on the spot

THINGS TO NOTE:

• Accommodation and cruise vessel is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel/cruise changes but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
• Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m. Tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
• Tour can be a combination of regular tours; therefore, coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
• All itineraries and cruise vessels are subject to change without notice. Sailing is at the captain’s discretion. 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.