Magnificent Croatia Cruise & Stay | Cruise & Stay Package | 10 Days

DAY 1:                  ZAGREB

Upon arrival, transfer from Zagreb airport to the tour hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Zagreb. (D)

DAY 2:                  ZAGREB

After breakfast, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the historic Upper Town, featuring highlights such as St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and the Government Palace. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the charming old town at your own pace. Overnight in Zagreb. (B)

DAY 3:                 ZAGREB – PLITVICE – TROGIR   

Travel south for a visit to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire the park’s breathtaking scenery, featuring 16 terraced lakes, cascading waterfalls, forested mountains, and lush vegetation. A walking tour explores several of the lower lakes before continuing to Trogir Harbour, where embarkation begins at 14:00. Get settled in your cabin before attending a welcome reception followed by dinner this evening. Overnight in Trogir. (B, D)

DAY 4:                 TROGIR – ŠIBENIK

Depart Trogir early in the morning and sail towards Šibenik, with a swim stop in one of the pristine bays (weather permitting), followed by time to relax and lunch on board. After lunch, disembark in Šibenik and continue by coach to Krka National Park, home to spectacular waterfalls including the renowned Skradinski Buk. Return to Šibenik for a guided walking tour of the historic centre and a visit to its impressive Renaissance cathedral, one of the finest on the Adriatic coast. Overnight in Šibenik. (B, L)

DAY 5:                  ŠIBENIK – GALEŠNJAK – ZADAR

Depart Šibenik early in the morning and sail towards Galešnjak, a small Dalmatian island, with a swim stop in a secluded bay (weather permitting). Continue cruising to Zadar, where lunch is served on board. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic centre, including the 16th-century city walls and Port Gate, the Square of the Five Wells, St. Donat’s Church, the Roman Forum, and St. Anastasia Cathedral. The experience includes a wine tasting at a local wine bar and time to enjoy the Sea Organ, which creates music through the movement of the waves. Overnight in Zadar. (B, L)

DAY 6:                 ZADAR – SALI – TELAŠČICA

Morning departure to Sali, a fishing and tourist town on Dugi Otok (Long Island), located near both Telašćica Nature Park and Kornati National Park. Continue sailing to Telašćica Nature Park, with lunch on board and a swim stop en route. Upon arrival, explore the park, designated in 1988 for its outstanding natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and six islets within the bay. Enjoy free time to discover its dramatic white cliffs and Salt Lake. In the evening, enjoy a Captain’s Dinner on board and overnight in Telašćica Nature Park. (B, L)

DAY 7:                 TELAŠČICA – KORNATI – PRIMOŠTEN

In the morning, continue towards National Park Kornati, comprised of 89 unforgettable islands, islets and reefs. Kornati National Park is often mentioned as a “nautical paradise” and a rich marine eco-system. Afterwards we continue to Primošten with a stop along the way for a swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. Primošten is a small, picturesque town situated between Šibenik and Trogir in the central part of the Adriatic coast and surrounded by seven other islets, a wonderful sight and an exceptional breathtaking place to explore built on a hill and dominated by the parish Church of St. George which was built in 1485. Your evening is at leisure in town. Overnight in Primošten. (B, L)

DAY 8:                 PRIMOŠTEN – STARI GRAD

Depart Primošten in the morning and sail towards Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, with a swim stop and lunch served on board. Stari Grad, one of Europe’s oldest towns, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Stari Grad Plain. After disembarkation, travel by coach to Hvar Town for a guided tour of its historic highlights, including St. Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with its first-floor theatre, and the Fortica Fortress, offering panoramic views over the bay and Pakleni Islands. Return by bus to Stari Grad in the evening. Overnight in Stari Grad. (B, L)

DAY 9:                 STARI GRAD – SPLIT – TROGIR  

Set sail early towards Split, with a swim stop and lunch served on board. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed historic centre, including the seafront promenade and the impressive Palace of Roman Emperor Diocletian. Explore the palace’s atmospheric basement halls and discover landmarks such as the Temple of Jupiter, the Peristyle, and the city’s remarkable Roman, Renaissance and Gothic architecture. Following the tour, continue cruising to the UNESCO-listed town of Trogir, renowned for its medieval streets, ancient walls and elegant Venetian palaces. Overnight in Trogir. (B, L)

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

DAY 10:                TROGIR

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Split Airport. End of services. (B)

ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR):

ZAGREB: Hotel Westin

2026 Departures:

CRUISE VESSEL: M/S Stella Maris 

2027 Departures:

CRUISE VESSELS: M/S Stella Maris, or M/S Adriatica 

INCLUDES:

Coach Tour Portion – Day 1-3: 

• Shared arrival transfer from Zagreb Airport to hotel on first day of the tour
• 2 nights’ accommodation in a 5* hotel
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• Sightseeing tours of Zagreb and Plitvice Lakes National Park
• Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park
• Hotel taxes and service charges
• Luggage handling (one piece per person)
• English-speaking Tour Director
• Sightseeing with licensed local guides
• Meals as per itinerary

Cruise Portion – Day 4-10:

• 7-night cruise on a Deluxe vessel
• Shared departure transfer from Trogir Port to Split Airport on the final day of the tour
• Meals as per itinerary
• Water dispenser available throughout the cruise
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits daily
• English-speaking Cruise Manager
• Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek
• One beach towel per person, per week
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
• Guided city tours of Šibenik, Zadar, Hvar and Split
• Entrance fees to Krka National Park, Telašćica Nature Park and Kornati National Park
• Wine tasting in Zadar

EXCLUDES:

• Drinks and meals not specified in the itinerary
• Entrance fees not listed under “Includes”
• Arrival and departure transfers
• Gratuities and personal expenses
• Port taxes of 70 EUR per person (for departures in 2026) or 80 EUR per person (for departures in 2027) (to be paid onboard in cash)

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.
• Tour can be a combination of regular tours; therefore, coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.