Istria & the Dalmatian Coast 2021 (Porec - Dubrovnik)

Day 1 Porec
Enjoy a complimentary arrival transfer to your cruise from Ljubljana, Pula or Venice. Embarkation begins at 14.00hrs. This evening explore the beauty of this historic city before a meeting your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner on board. D

Day 2 Porec – Rovinj – Brijuni National Park – Pula
Cruise to Rovinj for a walking tour of its charming Old Town. Continue to the Brijuni National Park, once the summer residence of President Tito. After lunch on board arrive in Pula, arguably one of the most beautiful of Istrian cities, where you will embark on a sightseeing tour. Your guide will share some exciting stories of antiquity, as you walk the footsteps of the ancient Romans and visit the Amphitheatre. The remainder of your day is at leisure. B, L

Day 3 Pula – Mali Losinj – Zadar
Your first stop today is the stunning island of Mali Losinj. After lunch on board your cruise will continue south to Zadar with a swim stop near one of the small islands along the way. Tonight, enjoy dinner on board before an evening of free time. B, L, D

Day 4 Zadar – Krka National Park – Primosten
On a morning tour of Zadar you will walk around the historical center to discover the old walls, Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. After the tour stop for a tasting of traditional Maraschino liqueur. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch as you cruise to Krka National Park to see it’s magnificent waterfalls. After your visit here, travel by coach to Primosten, where your ship is anchored. B, L

Day 5 Primosten – Split – Hvar
Visit the central Dalmatian city of Split for a walking tour of the historical centre built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace. See the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple and the Cathedral. Board the ship for lunch and cruise towards Hvar, Croatia's sunniest island. On a walking tour you will see the picturesque streets of the historic Old Town and the first public theatre in Europe. Spend the rest of the day exploring the streets filled with craft shops, cafes and restaurants. B, L

Note: Due to the limited capacity of Hvar Harbour during the peak season of July & August, the ports of Stari Grad or Jelsa (both on Hvar island) may be substituted as your overnight port with a bus transfer to/from Hvar Town included.

Day 6 Hvar – Korcula – Mljet
This morning cruise through the crystal clear wasters of the Adriatic to the magical island of Korcula and its fairy-tale like walled town. Indulge in breakfast on board before you discover the ancient city with your local guide. As you walk through the narrow, cobbled streets you will visit the majestic Gothic Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Return to the ship for lunch as you cruise to Mljet Island. Mljet National Park features five types of forests, many species of birds and two deep lakes. Tonight enjoy a Captain's dinner over live music on board the ship. B, L, D

Day 7 Mljet – Dubrovnik
After breakfast arrive into beautiful Dubrovnik, known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic". Disembark for a guided walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Rector’s Palace and Franciscan Monastery. The remainder of your day is at leisure to further explore this incredible city before this evening’s farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B, L, D

Day 8 Dubrovnik
Your cruise concludes this morning with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B