Marvellous Croatia 2024 (Zagreb - Dubrovnik)

DAY 1 Zagreb
Welcome to Zagreb! Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to discover Croatia’s capital city before joining your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.

Stay at: Hotel Sheraton (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2 Zagreb
After breakfast this morning, join a sightseeing tour that will take you through the historic Upper Town of Zagreb, where you will see the colourful tiled roof of St. Mark’s Church, the Croatian Parliament, and the Government Palace. Then you will have some free time to further explore this fascinating city on your own.

Stay at: Hotel Sheraton (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 Zagreb - Plitvice - Split
Journey south for a visit to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with its 16 terraced lakes surrounded by forested mountains and lush vegetation. A walking tour takes you around several of the lower lakes. After, you will continue to Split harbour for embarkation aboard your vessel. In the evening join your fellow passengers and cruise manager for a welcome reception and dinner onboard.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 4 Cruise: Split - Trogir/Krka National Park
Enjoy a morning guided tour of Split and see the historic inner city, built around the impressive Diocletian's Palace, now a UNESCO World Heritage listed site. Afterwards, cruise on to Trogir, where on arrival, you will join a guided tour to visit Krka National Park, an area rich with flora and fauna and pristine waterfalls.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 5 Cruise: Trogir - Stari Grad
This morning enjoy a guided tour of Trogir. Located on a small island, joined to the mainland by a bridge, this town has a well preserved mix of architectural styles. Continue to Stari Grad, located on the island of Hvar, supposedly the sunniest island in the Adriatic. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe. The afternoon is yours to explore this UNESCO World Heritage listed town centre and the cheap konobas (restaurants) in the backstreets of the old town centre.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 6 Cruise: Stari Grad - Hvar - Vis
Early morning depart to Hvar, a hot spot for travellers from all around the world. Here, enjoy a guided tour of the charming town, seeing the Renaissance cathedral and the oldest community theatre in Europe. Then you will sail to Vis, which for many years was used as a strategic military base and as such was closed off to the general public. As a result, the island has retained a remarkable untouched charm. Upon arrival, spend an afternoon at leisure to explore. You may like to walk along the coastal Villae Rusticae or visit the ancient Issa or Roman baths.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 7 Cruise: Vis - Bisevo - Korcula
Enjoy breakfast as you cruise to the spectacular Blue Cave on the island of Bisevo. The cave’s natural underwater entrance creates a magical deep blue light that engulfs the interior. Continue towards the town of Korcula, best known as the supposed birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for a swim en route in one of the secluded bays. Upon arrival, embark on a guided walking tour of the town and discover its fishbone streets and numerous restaurants.

Please note: Visit to Blue Cave is dependent on weather conditions as sometimes high tide can prevent entry. Your Captain will advise the conditions and accessibility the morning of scheduled visit.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 8 Cruise: Korcula - Mljet - Slano
Today you cruise to Mljet to visit the National Park, famous for its salt lakes and an ancient Benedictine monastery. Enjoy lunch onboard on your way to Slano, a peaceful fisherman's village. On arrival, embark on your excursion to Ston, a once fortified small village now famous for its oysters. After exploring the town's medieval ramparts, a short coastal walk leads you to an oyster farm where you will learn more about oysters and enjoy a tasting of this delicious treat. Upon returning to the vessel tonight, enjoy the Capitan's dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 9 Cruise: Slano - Elaphiti Islands - Dubrovnik
This morning you will cruise to the Elephati Islands and enjoy a swim in one of the bays before arriving in Dubrovnik, the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise along the famed city walls. Upon arrival, embark on a guided city tour to discover the treasures of the Old Town. Afterwards the remainder of the day is yours to explore the town and surrounds; perhaps take the cable car to the top of Mount Srd and enjoy the view of the city.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 10 Cruise: Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your new friends and crew as you disembark after breakfast. We hope you have enjoyed your <sn> cruise-tour, which concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast