Croatian Explorer One Way 2027 (Dubrovnik - Trogir (Split Airport))

DAY 1 Dubrovnik
Your cruise commences with a shared arrival transfer from Dubrovnik Airport for embarkation at 14.00hrs. Once settled in your cabin, venture off on a guided walking tour at 17.00hrs of the historical centre of Dubrovnik. Walk down the Stradun, both a street and a square, and see the most fascinating sights in town, enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Return to the ship for a welcome meeting to get acquainted with your Cruise Manager, crew and fellow travellers, followed by a Welcome Dinner.

Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2 Dubrovnik - Slano
Begin your day enjoying the beautiful scenery as you cruise along the incredible city walls before continuing to one of the Elaphiti Islands for a swim stop. In the afternoon, arrive in Slano, a quaint fishing village on the mainland. From here, embark on your excursion to Ston to visit an oyster farm where you will learn more about oysters and enjoy a tasting of this delicious treat. Return to the ship where tonight you will enjoy a Captain's Dinner on board.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 3 Slano - Mljet - Korcula
This morning, head north as you cruise towards Mljet. On arrival, join your cruise manager for a walk around the National Park to explore its famous large and small salt lakes, Veliko and Malo Jezero. After, continue your cruise towards the island of Korcula, known as the supposed birthplace of Marco Polo. Embark on a guided walking tour of Korcula town, one of the best-preserved medieval cities, and discover its cleverly designed fishbone-shaped streets that help reduce the effects of the wind and the sun. The evening will be free to experience the numerous traditional restaurants and bars on the island.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 4 Korcula - Vis
Depart for Vis, an ex-naval base that was closed to the public from the 1950s until 1989, with the isolation preserving the island from development and therefore retaining its special charm. Vis Island holds many historic secrets, and the remainder of the day is free to explore the island's charming sights including the remains of the Roman thermal baths, the City Museum, and the town's beautiful waterfront.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 5 Vis - Bisevo - Hvar
Early this morning, cruise to the small island of Bisevo where you can visit the Blue Cave. Board a small boat and enter the narrow opening of the Blue Cave where you will witness this magnificent natural phenomenon. Be rewarded with an ethereal experience as the cave illuminates with a silver-blue glow. Afterwards, cruise towards Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, enjoying lunch onboard and a swim stop en route. On arrival, join a sightseeing tour of Hvar on a Land Rover Defender. Drive through the picturesque villages, visit a lavender farm, stop and enjoy a wine tasting, and finish your evening at a donkey farm. After, return to the ship in Stari Grad.

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

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 6 Hvar - Brac
Today will take you towards Milna on the island of Brac. Enjoy a refreshing swim stop and a moment to relax at one of the pristine bays along the way. After lunch onboard, disembark in Milna, a Dalmatian town known as the most beautiful and most protected port on Brac. Explore Milna at leisure, including the iconic 1783 Baroque church situated beside the water. The interior of the church is rich in valuable Venetian paintings.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 7 Brac - Split - Trogir
Depart from Milna and cruise to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Trogir, where you will join a short orientation walk through the medieval old town. Located on a small island and joined to the mainland by a bridge, Trogir has a well-preserved old town with a wonderful mix of architectural styles including stunning Venetian palaces. Later in the afternoon, transfer to Split where you will then join a guided tour of this remarkable city that has evolved from the ruins of Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. Construction of the Palace took place in 295 AD and today it forms much of the city’s Old Town. Witness the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Enjoy your free time in Split to explore at your own pace before being transferred back to your ship docked in Trogir.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 8 Trogir - Split Airport
Say goodbye to your crew and your new friends as you disembark after breakfast. Your journey concludes with a shared departure transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast