Ionian Dream to Dalmatian Gems | 8 Days

DAY 1:                                ATHENS – CORINTH CANAL – AT SEA

Embarkation at Marina Zea, Athens between 14:00pm-15:00pm. After settling into your cabin, enjoy a relaxed departure toward Corinth and experience the impressive crossing of the Corinth Canal. In the evening, gather for a welcome cocktail dinner on board as the journey begins. Overnight at sea. (D)

DAY 2:                                SAMI, KEFALONIA

Begin the day with a refreshing morning swim stop (weather permitting) in one of Kefalonia’s charming bays, renowned for its crystal-clear turquoise waters. Enjoy lunch on board before arriving in Sami in the early afternoon. Explore the colourful harbour town at your own pace or join an included excursion to discover Kefalonia’s breathtaking Melissani Cave and a hidden venue to taste some local desserts. Overnight in Kefalonia. (B, L)

DAY 3:                                SIVOTA – CORFU

Anchor near the beautiful bays of Sivota for a morning swim (weather permitting), surrounded by lush greenery and crystal-clear waters. Enjoy lunch on board before arriving in Corfu in the early afternoon. Choose to either join an included guided excursion to explore the UNESCO town or discover this beautiful island at your own pace. Overnight in port. (B, L)

DAY 4:                                CORFU – SARANDA, ALBANIA – AT SEA

Arrive in Saranda early in the morning. Enjoy the day at leisure to explore the charming town, relax on the beach, or join an optional half-day excursion to Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch is at your leisure ashore. Depart in the early afternoon for Montenegro, with dinner served on board as we sail overnight. (B, D)

DAY 5:                                BAR, MONTENEGRO – AT SEA

Arrive in Bar just before lunch on board. After completing entry formalities, enjoy an optional afternoon excursion to explore the region’s history and culture, including a visit to a traditional olive mill and the historic Stari Bar, followed by a traditional dinner in the atmospheric old town at your leisure. Depart after dinner for Dubrovnik. Overnight at sea. (B, L)

DAY 6:                                DUBROVNIK

Arrive in Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” surrounded by medieval walls and overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Enjoy a free day to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town or join an optional guided walking tour of its historic churches, palaces, squares, and city walls with stunning views. Return to the ship for dinner on board and overnight in port. (B, D)

DAY 7:                                DUBROVNIK – KORCULA – AT SEA

Arrive in Korčula and, weather permitting, enjoy a refreshing swim in the island’s crystal-clear waters. After lunch on board, join an optional tour exploring the charming Old Town and a nearby family-run winery. Dinner is served on board, followed by an overnight sail to Split. Overnight at sea. (B, L, D)

Note: Occasionally the ship anchors; in this case, lunch will be on your own ashore, with dinner served on board. Overnight at sea.

DAY 8:                                 SPLIT 

Disembarkation at 9:00am after breakfast. End of our services. (B)

INCLUDES:

• Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning
• Shore excursions in Corfu and Kefalonia
• Half-board: Buffet breakfast and meal daily, including a welcome cocktail, a theme night evening, fun BBQ, (weather permitting) and Captain’s dinner
• Complimentary house wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch or dinner on board
• Regular (filter) coffee, tea and mineral water all day
• Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (masks, fins and snorkels) and beach towels
• Kayaks, water toys and stand-up paddle boards (subject to availability)
• English-Speaking cruise escort

EXCLUDES:

• Beverages (except those mentioned above)
• Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
• Gratuities
• Passenger personal expenses
• Wi-Fi (available at a charge)

THINGS TO NOTE:

• PLEASE CONTACT VARIETY CRUISES A DAY BEFORE OR MORNING OF EMBARKATION TO RECONFIRM YOUR SERVICE
• Swim stops and port stops are weather permitting.
• Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 6-7 Beaufort winds.
• The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.