Croatian Explorer - One Way Split-Dubrovnik Cruise 2027

DAY 1 Split Airport - Trogir
Your cruise commences with a shared arrival transfer from Split Airport to Trogir port with embarkation from 14.00hrs. Once settled in your cabin, embark on a short orientation 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: Dinner

DAY 2 Trogir - Split - Brac
Travel to Split this morning 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, its 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 known as the most beautiful and most protected port on Brac. Explore this Dalmatian town dominated by a Baroque church situated beside the water. The interior of the church is rich in valuable Venetian paintings.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Please note: A coach transfer may be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour as proposed reconstructions take place at Split harbour.

DAY 3 Brac - Hvar
After a swim stop and lunch, cruise towards Hvar, one of Croatia’s most popular destinations due to pleasant climate all year round. On arrival, join a sightseeing tour of Hvar by Land Rover Defender, driving through the picturesque villages, visit a lavender farm, stop and enjoy a wine tasting, and finish your evening at a donkey farm. Tonight, overnight in one of the harbours of Hvar.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 4 Hvar - Bisevo - Vis
Your day begins as you cruise to the island of Bisevo to visit the spectacular Blue Cave. Accessible only by boat, the cave's natural underwater entrance allows for sunbeams to penetrate through and reflect off the white cave floor, creating a magical blue glow. Afterwards, continue to Vis Island, once a strategic naval base and closed to the public for years. As such, the island was closed to the public from the 1950’s until 1989, with the isolation preserving the island from development and therefore retaining its special charm. The afternoon is free to explore Vis at leisure. Overnight in one of the harbours of Vis.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

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.

DAY 5 Vis - Korcula
Depart early this morning towards the island of Korcula, best known as the supposed birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for a swimming break and lunch en route in one of the secluded bays. Upon arrival in Korcula, embark on a guided walking tour of Korcula Old Town and discover its fishbone streets and numerous restaurants. The remainder of the day is free 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 6 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 around the salt lakes. Later, enjoy lunch onboard as you cruise 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 exploring 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 7 Slano - Dubrovnik
Cruise to the Elaphiti Islands this morning and enjoy a swim in one of the bays before arriving in Dubrovnik. Cruise along the impressive city walls and fortifications, and after lunch, embark on a guided city tour of the Pearl of the Adriatic. The remainder of your afternoon will be free to further explore this UNESCO World Heritage listed city at your own pace. You can use this opportunity to take the cable car to the top of Mount Srd for incredible panoramic views of Dubrovnik, or perhaps take stroll down the ‘Stradun’, the completely pedestrianised main street in the Old Town where you can find plenty of cafes, shops and restaurants to try out.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 8 Dubrovnik
Say goodbye to your crew and new friends as you disembark after breakfast. Your adventure continues with an included shared departure transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast