Marvellous Croatia Cruise from Zagreb to Dubrovnik 2026

DAY 1 Zagreb
Welcome to Zagreb! Your tour commences with an arrival transfer from the Airport 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 Westin (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2 Zagreb
After breakfast, join a morning sightseeing tour that will take you through the highlights of the historic Upper Town of Zagreb including St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine's Church, the Croatian Parliament, and the Government Palace. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore the winding streets of the Old Town.

Stay at: Hotel Westin (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 Zagreb – Plitvice Lakes National Park – Trogir
Journey south for a visit to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 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. Next, continue to Trogir for embarkation aboard your vessel at 14:00hrs. After settling into your cabin, join a walking tour of the medieval city of Trogir, discovering the ancient walls and masterful architecture that has had the city dubbed "Mini-Dubrovnik". This evening, return to the ship and meet your fellow passengers at a welcome reception followed by dinner onboard.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 4 Cruise: Trogir – Split – Brac
Cruise towards Split and enjoy a guided tour. The historical centre of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, it's renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. After visiting Split, enjoy lunch on board, and a swim stop before heading towards Milna on the Island of Brac. In the afternoon, disembark in Milna and take a tour of the Olive Oil Museum, where you can learn the story of the island's traditions and history, and tasting of traditional homemade olive oil. Overnight in the town of Milna.

Please note: Due to the limited capacity of the Split harbour (reconstructions related) transfer by bus may be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 5 Cruise: Brac – Vis
This morning continue to Vis, once a strategic navel Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to it's isolation, Vis has a special charm - known as "The Mediterranean as it once was", which makes it interesting to visit. Some of Europe's largest and greatest naval battles had happened in the waters of Vis. Explore the history of Vis by military Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in one of the harbors of Vis.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 6 Cruise: Vis – Bisevo – Hvar
Enjoy breakfast as you cruise to the spectacular Blue Cave on the island of Biševo. The cave’s natural underwater entrance creates a magical deep blue light that engulfs the interior (subject to weather conditions). Afterwards, enjoy a break on board for lunch and a swim as you sail on towards Hvar. Explore the city of Hvar on a guided tour and discover the many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephens Square and Cathedral, and the Arsenal, the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above Hvar Town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Overnight in Hvar or Stari Grad.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Please note: The Blue Cave is only accessible with small boats through an entrance just 1.5m high so unfortunately it can easily be made inaccessible by bad weather and high waves.

DAY 7 Cruise: Hvar – Korcula
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 as well as lunch onboard. Upon arrival embark, on a guided walking tour of the town and discover its fishbone streets and numerous restaurants. The remainder of the day is at leisure. You can visit the small Marco Polo Museum and climb the tower for wonderful views, enjoy a drink at a bar within the fortifications or simply wander through its charming pedestrian streets.

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. Here, you can either rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or join your Cruise Manager for a stroll to the salt lakes. 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 admiring 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 Captain's dinner, whilst overnighting in Slano.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 9 Cruise: Slano – Dubrovnik
Cruise to the Elaphiti Islands this morning 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 and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. 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.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 10 Cruise: Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your crew and new friends as you disembark after breakfast and are transferred to the Airport for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast