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Explore Dalmatia in style on this deluxe Croatia island hopping cruise from Split.
This exciting cruise starts and finishes in Split, taking you to historic towns, beautiful islands and sunny beaches.
Wake up to breath-taking views of the Adriatic sea and enjoy delicious meals on board these luxurious vessels.
Boasting the magnificent UNESCO-protected Diocletian’s Palace in its very heart, Split is a must-visit destination in Croatia’s region of Dalmatia.
This is where you will start your Adriatic adventure and enjoy your first drinks on board the ship.
Next, you’ll sail to Korčula Island where you will stroll the narrow streets and visit Marco Polo’s house.
Further down south, you’ll visit Mljet, Croatia’s greenest island boasting the beautiful Mljet National Park you’ll have a chance to visit.
Finally, you’ll arrive in Dubrovnik, an absolute star of Croatian tourism.
This fantastic medieval town is encompassed by long UNESCO-protected city walls.
Its centuries-old streets, wide Stradun promenade, massive forts and spectacular views over the Adriatic will leave you speechless.
After Dubrovnik, your next stop will be the wine-making centre of Dalmatia – the Pelješac Peninsula.
Here you can enjoy a traditional village party with an all-inclusive dinner.
Bol Town on Brač Island is your next stop, recognisable from afar for the iconic Zlatni rat (Golden Horn beach).
On your last day we’ll return to Split & bid you goodbye, hoping you’ll be back very soon!
Split
7 nights/8 days
Apr 25 | May 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 | Jun 06, 13, 20, 27 | Jul 04, 11, 18, 25 | Aug 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 | Sep 05, 12, 19, 26 | Oct 03, 10, 17
Optional excursions are available to purchase on spot.
Additional hotel stays, day trips and activities can be added to your itinerary before or after the cruise.
Due to the specific mooring conditions and requirements in some Croatian harbours, cruise ships are moored side by side, making it necessary for clients to cross from one ship to another with gaps in between ships in order to get to the shore.
In such cases, clients need to take special care when crossing and do this at their own risk.
Crew assistance will be given to those requesting it.
Cruise not recommended for clients in wheelchairs or with limited mobility.
Welcome to Split!
We’ll meet you at Split Airport and drive you to Split Harbour where you will board your cruise ship from 14:00h onwards.
After settling in your cabin, enjoy the guided tour of this beautiful city (not possible for late arrivals).
Split is an ancient city dating back to Roman times.
The popular Diocletian’s Palace is situated in its very centre and protected by UNESCO.
After the tour of Split, return to your cruise ship for a welcome reception.
Enjoy the meet and greet party on board the ship.
Overnight in Split.
In the morning, we’ll leave Split and sail towards the Island of Korčula.
Its most popular tourist destination, Korčula Town, is world-known as the alleged birthplace of Marco Polo.
Korčula boasts beautiful medieval old town encompassed by centuries-old fortifications.
Enjoy lunch in one of the secluded bays en route.
Early afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this historic town.
Korčula offers a wide choice of bars and restaurants you’ll have a chance to try out tonight.
Overnight in Korčula.
Today we continue further south to the green Island of Mljet.
Enjoy a visit to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park followed by a panoramic boat ride to the St Mary Isle, where you will have a chance to visit a Benedictine monastery, an old abbey and a 12th century church.
Return to the ship for lunch and departure towards Dubrovnik, popularly dubbed “pearl of the Adriatic”.
Late afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik followed by an evening cruise around the magnificent city walls while a buffet dinner is served on deck.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Breakfast on board the ship & a transfer to Dubrovnik Old Town.
Join a guided walking tour of this historic UNESCO-protected city.
Enjoy the breath-taking views as we take the cable car from the Old Town to Srđ mountain overlooking the medieval city walls and the Adriatic Sea.
Free afternoon to explore the old town on your own – have lunch in restaurants tucked away in narrow cobbled stoned streets off the popular Stradun promenade.
Take pictures of iconic sights such as the Dubrovnik cathedral, the Lovrijenac fort and more. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
This morning we depart towards the Pelješac peninsula, well known for its excellent wines.
On our way we’ll make a short stop at one of the Elaphiti Islands.
Afternoon arrival to Pelješac peninsula followed by a transfer to the village where we will visit a local farm and enjoy a typical village party with an all-inclusive dinner serving local home-made dishes.
Evening transfer back to the ship. Overnight on Pelješac peninsula.
This morning we’ll depart towards Hvar, one of Croatia’s most visited islands.
Lunch stop on the small Island of Šćedro followed by a swim stop at the Pakleni Islands.
Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon.
Hvar Town boasts the beautiful medieval core with the Renaissance cathedral located on a huge town square.
Visitors come here to marvel at this town’s cultural heritage, relax at sunny beaches and to experience Hvar’s excellent restaurant and bar scene.
Climb the Hvar fortress to enjoy the beautiful views over the harbour and the Pakleni islands.
Free evening to explore Hvar and try local dishes at one of the restaurants.
Overnight in Hvar.
Our final stop on this cruise holiday will be the Island of Brač and the town of Bol.
This tiny seaside town is world-known for the remarkable Zlatni rat (Golden Horn) beach.
Enjoy lunch on board the ship followed by some free time to relax or explore the town on your own.
In the afternoon join the wine tasting experience at the oldest Dalmatia wine cellar followed by the Captain’s farewell dinner with live entertainment on board.
Overnight in Bol or Milna on Brač Island.
Early morning departure from Bol/Milna to Split.
Check out by 09:00 & private transfer to Split Airport for your flight home or to another hotel for the remainder of your stay.
Breakfast varies, although it mostly includes fried or scrambled eggs, a selection of salami, sausages and cheese with bread, rolls or toast and different types of cereal.
Lunch is the main meal in Croatia – it usually starts with soup, which is followed by a cooked meal.
Croatian food is heavily influenced by Austrian and Italian cuisines.
In Dalmatia, seafood, risottos, and pasta are very popular.
In continental parts, you should try schnitzel, roast meat dishes, roast potatoes, different types of pies etc.
If you prefer a lighter lunch, many restaurants offer different salads, soups, sandwiches etc.
Beaches in Croatia are mostly pebbly, some are rocky and there are several sandy beaches, although rare.
If you’re traveling with small children, it might be a good idea to get the beach shoes for them.
These can be purchased at shops and stands situated by or at beaches in Croatia.
The Croatian currency is Kuna. 1 British Pound (GBP) equals about (at Aug 2019) 8.20 Kuna (HRK).
Yes, Croatia entered the European Union in 2013.
Yes. Your travel agent will provide his/her mobile phone number, so you can reach them quickly.
Should you need any assistance before or during the holiday, let them know and they will help as soon as possible.
Give your agent a day’s notice and he/she will book a table at a requested restaurant for you or suggest best restaurants in the area.
Yes. Any additional cost will be added to your remaining balance invoice, which is due 60 days prior to your departure.
Your agent will share their personal mobile phone number with you; you’re welcome to contact them anytime (we recommend Whatsapp to save money!) should you have any questions or need assistance.
All our agents are native Croatians with rich knowledge of their country and the region.
A minimum deposit of 20% is due at the time of booking and the remaining balance is due 60 days before your departure date.
Please note that the deposit and balance due date may vary depending on the nature of the booking.
We accept payment from all major credit/debit cards.
You can pay via an online payment link which will be sent to you upon request or via bank transfer.
Yes, just let your agent know that you’d like to pay in instalments. The full amount needs to be paid 60 days prior to your departure.
We’ll email the confirmation pack to you.
Three weeks before departure, we’ll send you a pack containing all your travel documents (service vouchers).
The pack will normally be sent to your home address.
Alternatively, we can arrange the delivery to another address or to your hotel in Europe (applicable for clients travelling from other continents).
Please see our Terms & Conditions for our cancellation policy.
Since 2007 the Croatian government has levied a tourist tax or otherwise known as a Sojourn tax.
This is a tax imposed on all visitors and is common amongst virtually all the European countries.
The tax is paid to the various tourist boards and used to maintain their tourist facilities.
The amount levied ranges from 10kn to 20kn per person, per day depending on which town/city you are staying in and the season you arrive in.
The tourist tax is calculated by the hotel and added to your final hotel bill when you check out.
Please note it is your responsibility to make sure your travel documents are valid.
If you require a Visa to visit Croatia, please make sure to obtain it on time.
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We also suggest that you purchase travel health insurance before your trip to Croatia.