Dubrovnik, Budva, Shkodra, Tirana, Ohrid, Skopje, Kolasin, Cetinje, Kotor, Korcula, Brac, Split, Hvar, Mljet
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Experience Croatia’s cultural sites, Albania, Montenegro and North Macedonia
DAY 1: DUBROVNIK
After arrival, you will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport to your tour hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight Dubrovnik. (D)
DAY 2: DUBROVNIK – BUDVA – SHKODRA – TIRANA
Morning sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik, included in the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage. You will visit Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s third oldest pharmacy, the Rector’s Palace, and the Cathedral. Departure for Tirana; we drive inland via Budva, crossing the Albanian border at Shkodra, once the capital of the Illyrian Kingdom (3rd century B.C.). Dinner and overnight in Tirana. (B, D)
DAY 3: TIRANA – OHRID
Morning sightseeing tour of Tirana, the capital of Albania, including Skender Bey Square, the Mosque of Ethem Bey and a visit to the National Museum representing the flow of Albanian history and housing the finds from archaeological sites across the country. Afternoon departure for Ohrid, driving via Elbasan and crossing the North Macedonian border at Cafasan. Dinner and overnight in Ohrid. (B, D)
DAY 4: OHRID
Full day in the lakeside resort of Ohrid, classified as UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage site. Through the activity of St. Clement and St. Naum of Ohrid, the first pan-Slavic University in Europe, the famous “Ohrid Literary School” was founded here. Morning sightseeing tour includes the church of St. Sofia (11th century), the most eminent mediaeval monument in North Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine fresco paintings and St. Clement Church with its icon of Annunciation. In the afternoon, a short drive to visit St. Naum Monastery built on the shores of Ohrid Lake in 900 A.D. and dedicated to the Slavic missionary and educator St. Naum of Ohrid. Dinner in a local restaurant. Return to hotel for overnight. (B, D)
DAY 5: OHRID – SKOPJE
Morning departure for Skopje. Sightseeing tour of Skopje, including the Kale Fortress, the Church of the Holy Savior with its iconostas, one of the finest samples of traditional walnut woodcarving, Old Bazaar and Stone Bridge. We drive to the slopes of the Vodno Mountain where we visit the Monastery of St. Pateleimon with its 12th century iconostas and frescoes ranking among the highest achievements of Byzantine art of this period. Dinner and overnight in Skopje. (B, D)
DAY 6: SKOPJE – KOLASIN
Morning departure for Kolašin, driving via Peć and Berane and along the impressive Morača River Canyon. Afternoon arrival at Kolašin, spreading on the left bank of the river Tara, situated at the altitude of 954m. The whole area is surrounded by the thick pine forest of the Bjelasica Mountain and is a popular skiing and air spa resort. Dinner and overnight in Kolašin. (B, D)
DAY 7: KOLASIN – CETINJE – KOTOR – DUBROVNIK
Morning departure for Cetinje where we visit King Nikola’s Museum, once the residence of the Montenegrin King Nikola I Petrović. Continue to Kotor, classified as UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage site, where we visit its Romanesque Cathedral dedicated to St. Triphun, the city’s patron saint. We continue to Dubrovnik driving along the picturesque Bay of Kotor. Dinner and overnight in Dubrovnik. (B, D)
DAY 8: DUBROVNIK
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Gruž harbor and embark your vessel. Meet your fellow travellers and your Cruise Manager during the Welcome reception followed by dinner onboard. (B, D)
DAY 9: DUBROVNIK – KORCULA
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with a swim stop (weather permitting), in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, and birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Upon arrival take a walking tour of Korčula that takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets. Evening is free to explore the town on your own. (B, L)
DAY 10: KORCULA – BRAC
Our journey continues towards Pučišća, situated on the island of Brač, village of the stone sculpture, where you can visit an amazing stonemason school (optional). Lunch on board before arrival in Pučišća. Enjoy a swim in one of Brač’s many lovely coves and bays (weather permitting). Tonight, Captain’s dinner on board. Overnight in Pučišća. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: BRAC – SPLIT
After breakfast we set sail to Split with a stop along the way for a swim (weather permitting), with lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split. Upon arrival, join a guided tour of the city. Visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical centre of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your evening is free in Split. (B, L)
DAY 12: SPLIT – HVAR
In the morning, we sail to Stari Grad on the Island of Hvar, one of the oldest towns in Europe. The Stari Grad Plain and the old town centre of Stari Grad have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2008. Return to your ship for lunch on board and sail towards Hvar with a break for swimming. Upon arrival in Hvar, you will be visiting many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, and the Arsenal with the 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. (B, L)
DAY 13: HVAR – MLJET
In the morning, we sail towards Mljet. Croatia’s “Greenest Island” with its beautiful, untouched nature and its cultural heritage. We arrive in the heart of Mljet National Park which encompasses five types of forests, many species of birds and two deep lakes. If you want to visit Mljet National Park, walk to the entrance where you can purchase the ticket to walk around the Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and the Malo Jezero (Small Lake) and join the boat ride to St. Mary Island. Spend the night in Mljet. (B, L)
DAY 14: MLJET – DUBROVNIK
In the morning we continue our adventure by sailing back to Dubrovnik with lunch on board and a stop for swimming. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical centre of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After the city tour, free time to explore the city, 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 or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B, L)
DAY 15: DUBROVNIK
After breakfast it’s time to disembark your vessel. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik airport. End of our services. (B)
Accommodation (or similar):
DUBROVNIK: Adria Hotel
TIRANA: Sky Tower Hotel
OHRID: Metropol Hotel
SKOPJE: Next Door Park Hotel
KOLASIN: Bianca Hotel
INCLUSIONS:
Exclusions
Optional supplements
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.
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