Splendid Croatia Deluxe 2025 (Split - Dubrovnik)

DAY 1 Split - Omis
Welcome to Split! Embarkation begins at 14.30hrs. Leave your bags on board and shortly after, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Split, walking through the historical Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that boasts over 1700 years of history. Afterwards, depart Split at 17:00hrs and cruise to Omis, a former stronghold to famous pirates, now an ancient town with fortresses and stone churches. Tonight, meet your Captain, crew and fellow passengers at a Welcome Dinner onboard.

Meals included: Dinner

DAY 2 Omis - Brac
This morning, cruise across the Brac Channel, where you will stop by for a swim in one of the many secluded bays. After lunch onboard, continue towards Pucisca, the largest village on the island of Brac. Pucisca is known for its authentic Mediterranean architecture and its limestone quarries. Enjoy the remainder of your evening in this quiet town at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 3 Brac - Bol - Hvar
Today, depart towards Hvar with a stop at Bol located on the other side of Brac Island. Bol is home to one of Europe’s most magnificent beaches, Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape). Enjoy the beach and the charming Dalmatian town before lunch on board. Continue to Hvar where you will join a guided sightseeing tour. Discover many of the historical sights of the town including St Stephen's Square and Cathedral, and the Arsenal, the first municipal theatre in Europe. The evening is free to explore this lively town and dine in one of the local restaurants or taverns that line the port.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 4 Hvar - Bisevo - Vis
Early in the morning, journey to the island of Bisevo and its spectacular Blue Cave. The cave's natural underwater entrance creates a magical deep blue light that engulfs the interior. Enjoy lunch onboard and continue to Vis, an island that was left as a mystery to outsiders since it spent much of its history closed to the public, allowing Vis to preserve its untouched beauty. Your afternoon is free to explore the island's historical sites including the remains of the Roman Baths, the City Museum, or the town's sparkling waterfront. Alternatively, join an optional Vis Island tour that explores the unspoilt beauty of its beaches and nature, as well as its traditional architecture, finishing with dinner in Komiza, a stunning fisherman's village.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

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.

DAY 5 Vis - Korcula
Cruise to the island of Korcula, with a swim stop and lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Korcula Town, the rumoured birthplace of the famed merchant and world explorer Marco Polo. Korcula has a collection of hidden beaches, endless olive groves and unique food and wine heritage. The medieval city is surrounded by walls, with streets that are arranged in a herringbone pattern, allowing free circulation of air and protection against strong winds. Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of this charming town before spending the rest of the day at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 6 Korcula - Mljet - Slano
Venture to Mljet Island, famous for its stunning National Park. Use this opportunity to freely explore the National Park, including the Great and Small Lake, and the 12th century Benedictine Monastery. Lunch will be served on board as you cruise towards Slano. On arrival, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure exploring Slano, one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera. Discover beautiful beaches, dense pine forest, olive groves and historical monuments. This evening, enjoy a Captain’s Dinner onboard with live music.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 7 Slano - Dubrovnik
Cruise along the Elaphiti Islands with a short swim stop and lunch before arriving into Dubrovnik. Meet your guide and embark on a sightseeing tour through the historical centre of Dubrovnik Old Town. Impressive city walls enclose the medieval city centre and main street, the Stradun, around which you can see beautiful architectural buildings which combine Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque style in unique harmony. After the tour, you will have free time to further explore Dubrovnik. Perhaps visit the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, catch the cable car to the top of Mount Srd or walk along the city walls.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 8 Dubrovnik
After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow travellers, Captain and crew as your cruise concludes.

Meals included: Breakfast