Best of Dalmatia 2024 (Dubrovnik - Split)

DAY 1 Dubrovnik
Your cruise commences with an arrival transfer to your ship. Embarkation is from 14.00hrs followed by an on board welcome dinner.

Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2 Dubrovnik - Slano
Experience Dubrovnik, the Jewel of the Adriatic, and its walled Old Town on a walking tour with your local guide. See the the Rector’s Palace, the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace are all on the itinerary, as are the Dominican- and Franciscan Monastery, one of the oldest in the world. Explore the Old Port - the key to Dubrovnik's trading and maritime success and hear of the legend of St. Blaise, Dubrovnik's Patron Saint. Return to the ship to begin your journey on the Adriatic Sea, lunch will be served on board as you cruise to the quaint fisherman's village of Slano. The day ends with dinner and live Klapa music with the Captain, the perfect chance to get to share stories with new friends.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 3 Slano - Mljet - Korcula
A short cruise away is the island of Mljet. As Croatia’s greenest island, much of the area is covered by Mljet National Park which includes two unique salt water lakes and a medieval monastery. Discover the unspoilt beauty of Mljet before cruising to Korcula. On arrival, join your fellow travellers in a walking tour of this enchanting town.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 4 Korcula - Vis
Stop for a refreshing swim in the warm waters of the Adriatic as you sail to beautiful Vis Island which until the late 80’s was closed to tourism and served as a military zone for the Yugoslav army. Its authenticity is still evident as you explore Vis Town waterfront.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Please note: The port of call in Vis can be substituted for Komiza because of the limited capacity in the harbour of Vis Town.

DAY 5 Vis - Bisevo - Hvar
A morning cruise to Bisevo Island’s Blue Cave, one of the most unique natural phenomena in the world. Only recently opened to the public, its silvery blue waters are a must-see. Your journey continues to Hvar Town, the historical core of Hvar Island, for a guided walking tour of this popular Adriatic hot spot.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

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

DAY 6 Hvar
Begin your day with a tour around the island of Hvar, visiting the ancient port town of Stari Grad and Vrboska to get a glimpse of traditional island life, see its vineyard-covered hills, olive groves and undulating rosemary and lavender fields (seasonal). Feast a tasty peka lunch including wine tasting at a local konoba (traditional tavern) and arrive in the charming town of Jelsa where you will overnight and have the evening at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 7 Hvar - Brac - Split
Explore one of the Adriatic’s loveliest islands, Brac and the laid-back town of Bol where you can find the famous Golden Horn beach. Continue on board, where lunch will be served, and then stop for a swim in one of the peaceful and secluded coves before making your way to historic Split. With your local guide, discover the city’s historic centre built around the 4th century Diocletian’s Palace - a wonderful and lively area to enjoy drink and dinner on the last night of your cruise.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 8 Split
Your cruise concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast