• Included Features:

    ■ Arrival shared transfer from Zagreb Airport to hotel and departure shared transfer from the port in Split-to-Split Airport/hotel on the first and the last days of the program
    ■ 7 nights’ accommodation on board (supreme category ship) in a cabin with private bathroom, A/C and TV
    ■ Daily buffet breakfast
    ■ 6 lunches (3 course meal and salad bar) during cruise
    ■ Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Dinner with live music during cruise
    ■ Water dispenser during cruise
    ■ Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily during cruise
    ■ Professional Cruise Manager
    ■ Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek during cruise
    ■ Luggage handling
    ■ Complementary Wi-Fi
    ■ Air-conditioned motorcoach throughout
    ■ English speaking tour escort throughout for land portion
    ■ 2 nights in Zagreb hotel
    ■ Welcome dinner at Hotel in Zagreb
    ■ Licensed Local Guides
    ■ Whisper technology enhanced touring
    ■ Hotel taxes

    Sightseeing Tours Included:

    ■ Local guide for sightseeing tour of Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National Park
    ■ Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park
    ■ City tours of Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik
    ■ Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park
    ■ Wine tasting in Korčula

     

  • Day 1, Saturday, Split arrival

    You will be transferred from Split airport or your Split hotel to harbor, where embarkation begins at 1PM. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening. (WR, D)

    Day 2, Sunday, Split – Bol – Jelsa

    Morning sail towards Bol on Brač Island, you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing direction due to the ocean currents. Optional swim stop if weather permits. Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Jelsa on the island of Hvar. One of the most picturesque towns on the island of Hvar; Jelsa is nestled in amongst hills dense with pine woods. Walk around the town to see old stone streets, squares, churches, and parks. Your evening is free to explore Jelsa on your own. (B, L)

    Day 3, Monday, Jelsa – Korčula (Wine tasting)

    Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swimming stop, if weather permits, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. Evening is free to explore the town on your own. (B, L, T)

    Day 4, Tuesday, Korčula – Dubrovnik

    In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the magnificent Old Town with a panoramic bus ride above the Old Town. After the panoramic view, we will arrive at the historical center 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 city tour, free time to explore the city on your own, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s second oldest pharmacy, the Rector’s Palace, and the Cathedral, 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 5, Wednesday, Dubrovnik – Mljet

    In the morning head further north to the Island of Mljet. Mljet National Park encompasses five types of forest, many species of birds and two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Tonight, enjoy Captain’s dinner on board. (B, L, CD)

    Day 6, Thursday, Mljet – Hvar

    Take a break for a swim during your morning cruise. Continue sailing through lunch, arriving this afternoon in Hvar, a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture and favorite holiday destination for international celebrities. On a walking tour visit the old town with the picturesque little streets and the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare’s theatre in the UK), the Franciscan Monastery and more. Your evening is free to explore Hvar and dine on your own at one of the many restaurants in town. (B, L)

    Day 7, Friday, Hvar – Split

    In the morning continue to our final port Split with a stop along the way to swim, if weather permits, lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split to take a walking tour of the historic inner city takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Your evening is free in Split. (B, L)

    Day 8, Saturday, Split – NP Plitvice – Zagreb

    After disembarkation, we head north for a visit to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, we enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with its 16 terraced lakes surrounded by forested mountains and lush vegetation. A walking tour takes us around several of the lower lakes. After our visit, we continue to Zagreb. Dinner and overnight in your hotel in Zagreb. (B, D)

    Day 9, Sunday, Zagreb

    We enjoy a morning sightseeing tour that takes us through the historic Upper Town. We see St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament, and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the old town or take an optional excursion to the countryside. (B)

    Day 10, Monday, Depart Zagreb

    After breakfast, it’s time to check out. You will be transferred to Zagreb airport. (B)

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

     

  • Start DatesEnd DatesPrice per Person in Double OccupancySingle Room SupplementMain Deck SupplementPort & Tourist Tax (Payable on the spot)
    5/13/20235/22/2023$2,275$1,540$220Є35
    5/27/20236/5/2023$2,535$1,540$220Є35
    7/15/20237/24/2023$2,535$1,540$220Є35
    9/9/20239/18/2023$2,535$1,540$220Є35
    9/23/202310/8/2023$2,535$1,540$220Є35
  • Hotels

    Zagreb: Hotel Academia or similar

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