Splendid Croatia 2026 (Dubrovnik - Split)
Splendid Croatia 2026 First-Class Cruise Dubrovnik to Split
Croatia’s Dalmatian coast rewards those who take the time to explore it properly, and eight days aboard the first-class cruise ship MS Splendid is exactly the right way to do it. This Dubrovnik to Split cruise visits some of the most remarkable destinations in the Adriatic, including Mljet National Park, the medieval city of Korcula, the luminescent Blue Cave of Bisevo, and the lavender-scented island of Hvar, all with the guidance of professional local experts who bring each destination to life. Whether you’re a first-time small ship cruiser or a seasoned Adriatic traveller, this itinerary strikes the balance between organised exploration and the freedom to discover Croatia at a relaxing pace.
8 days - from $2,305
Cruise Highlights
- Swim in one of the Europe’s most beautiful beaches
- Wander in world-class old towns of Split and Dubrovnik
- Admire the beautiful limestone architecture of Pucisca
- Visit the most forested islands in the Adriatic, Mljet
Itinerary + Map
DAY 1 Dubrovnik
Make your way to your ship docked at Gruz Harbour. Feel free to embark anytime today and leave your luggage onboard. You are then free to head out and begin exploring the city on your own. Be back on board this evening to meet your Captain, crew, and fellow passengers followed by a Welcome Dinner to kick-start your adventure.
Meals included: Dinner
DAY 2 Dubrovnik - Slano
Start your day off with a coach transfer to the Old Town for a guided sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take the opportunity to explore the remains of this ancient city. After, enjoy some free time for further exploring before being transferred back to the boat. Set sail to Slano, and enjoy lunch and a swim stop enroute. Slano is one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with beautiful beaches, dense pine forest, olive groves and historical monuments. Here, you will be offered an optional excursion to Ston, a fortified town famous for its well-preserved town walls, old salt works, and oyster and mussel farms. Otherwise, the remainder of the day is free to explore and find a cosy tavern for dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 3 Slano - Mljet - Korcula
Cruise towards the island of Mljet where upon arrival you can visit Mljet National Park. The park is well known for its versatile eco-system and two salt lakes (‘’Veliko Jezero’’- Big Lake and ‘’Malo Jezero’’- Small Lake), as well as a Benedictine Monastery from 12th century located on St Mary’s Islet. You will have free time to go for a dip in the lakes, hire bikes or a kayak, or take a relaxing stroll around the park. Return to the boat for lunch and leave Mljet for the island of Korcula. The city of Korcula is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean and is thought to be the birthplace of the renowned explorer Marco Polo. After arriving in Korcula in the afternoon, join your guide for a walking tour of Korcula Town. The evening will be at leisure for you to try out some homemade food in one of many restaurants.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 4 Korcula - Vis
Your voyage continues to Vis with lunch on board and a swim stop enroute. Arrive in Vis in the afternoon where you will have free time to explore the town at your own pace. Being closed during the time of ex-Yugoslavia, this wonderful island is still like an unspoiled and preserved oasis. Though if Vis looks and sounds familiar to you these days, it could be because the island was used as the setting for the movie Mamma Mia 2. The afternoon is free to explore. Perhaps visit the remains of the Roman Thermal Baths, the City Museum or simply take a walk enjoying the views of the beautiful Villae Rusticae situated along the waterfront. There are many excellent restaurants and taverns along the promenade where you can enjoy a glass of local wine and try some fresh seafood which the island is known for. You may also opt to join an optional Vis Island excursion 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
DAY 5 Vis - Bisevo - Hvar
Set off for the island of Bisevo to witness its famous Blue Cave. This mesmerising natural attraction is breathtaking as it bathes the cave in luminescent aquamarine light. After a relaxing swim stop and lunch, continue your navigation towards the island of Hvar. Upon arrival in Hvar Town, join a guided walking tour and learn about the city’s rich history, beautiful architecture and important landmarks including the Cathedral of St. Stephen, Spanish Fortress, and the Hvar Arsenal which houses the oldest public theatre in Europe dating back to 1612. Later on, you will have free time to try one of the many restaurants, bars and cafes and soak in the nightlife.
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.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 6 Hvar – Brac
This morning, your first stop is a visit to Bol on the Island of Brac, a typical Dalmatian fishermen's village turned tourist destination. Your highlight here is a visit to Zlatni Rat also known as the Golden Horn, which regularly tops lists of one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches. After lunch, continue cruising towards Pucisca, on the other side of Brac Island. Enjoy a refreshing swim stop enroute. Nestled in a beautiful bay, Pucisca is surrounded by stone quarries that yield some of the whitest and best quality limestone in the world. Enjoy some free time before a Captain’s Dinner this evening.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 7 Brac - Omis/Split
After breakfast, cruise to the ancient town of Omis, located at the delta of the Cetina River it has some wonderful beaches. Have some free time to explore the city's walls, fortresses and stone churches before boarding the ship to your final destination, Split. On arrival, join a guided city tour to discover this 1,700-year-old World Heritage listed city and its famous Diocletian’s Palace and many other archaeological sites. The remainder of your evening will be at leisure for you to explore the numerous restaurants along Riva harbour, a seafront promenade lined with palm trees and plenty of dining options.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 8 Omis/Split
Bid farewell to your crew and fellow passengers as your cruise concludes after breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast
Please note: For Days 7 & 8. due to the renovations of Split port, your cruise may dock in either Split or Omis. This will be at the Port Authority's discretion. Should you disembark in Omis, a complimentary shared transfer will be provided early in the morning on Day 8 after breakfast from Omis port to Split centre.
- Cruise Manager
- Daily cabin service
- Fresh towels and bed linen mid week
- Beach towel hire
- 8 day cruise in a sea-view cabin
Exclusions: Port fees and tourist taxes (EUR50* per person), entrances fees (Mljet National Park & Bisevo Blue Cave), transfers, gratuities, and any optional excursions.
*Prices are subject to change and are to be paid locally.
- 7 buffet breakfasts
- 6 lunches
- 2 dinners – including Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Dinner
- Water from dispenser
- Complimentary fresh fruit daily
- Guided tours (including wireless headset) of:
Dubrovnik (with return coach transfers)
Korcula
Hvar
Split
Splendid Croatia 2026 Pricing
Prices are per person in Australian Dollars (AUD)
Ship Information
Boat 1: MS Splendid
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Launched: 2014
- Length: 38.5m
- Breadth: 8m
- Speed: 16km/h
- Crew: 7
- Passengers: 38
- Cabins: 18
- Voltage: 220v
- Sun deck with deck chairs and sun beds
- Rooftop Jacuzzi
- Salon restaurant
- Bar
- Large screen LCD TV
- Two outdoor lounge areas with comfortable sofas
- Spacious air-conditioned en-suite cabins
- Swimming platform
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Upper Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 9-10 | Window | Yes |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double/Twin/Triple | 9-10 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 9-11 | Porthole | No |
*2 cabins on Main Deck can add extra bunk bed for triple share use
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Toiletries
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
- Desk
MS Splendid Boat Deck Plans, Specification and Photo Gallery
FAQs About Our Dubrovnik to Split Cruise
The Splendid Croatia cruise includes 7 nights’ accommodation aboard the MS Splendid in a sea-view cabin, 15 meals as listed in the daily itinerary (welcome dinner, daily breakfasts, most lunches, and a Captain’s Dinner), a dedicated Cruise Manager throughout your voyage, daily cabin service, fresh towels and bed linen mid-week, and beach towel hire. Guided city tours with a professional local guide are included in Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, and Split. As one of our first-class small-boat cruises in Croatia, this itinerary is designed to deliver a premium experience from embarkation to final disembarkation, without the hidden costs that can catch travellers off guard.
The MS Splendid offers standard cabins across three decks. Upper Deck and Main Deck cabins are 9-10 square metres with windows that open, making them the most sought-after options for guests who want natural light and fresh sea air. Lower Deck cabins are slightly larger at 9-11 square metres but feature a porthole rather than an opening window. All cabins on the MS Splendid include an en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, toiletries, a safe, a hair dryer, and a wardrobe. Twin, double, and triple configurations are available, making this first-class cruise accessible for couples, solo travellers, and small groups alike. Two Main Deck cabins can accommodate an additional bunk bed for triple share use.
This Dubrovnik to Split cruise visits eight destinations across eight days, covering some of the most remarkable stops on the Dalmatian coast. Beginning in Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage city and one of the most beautiful old towns in Europe, the itinerary continues to Slano on the Dubrovnik Riviera, before heading to Mljet National Park, the medieval city of Korcula, the unspoilt island of Vis, the luminescent Blue Cave of Bisevo, the lavender island of Hvar, Zlatni Rat beach on the island of Brac, and the limestone village of Pucisca, before concluding in Split, another UNESCO World Heritage city and home to the remarkable Diocletian’s Palace. As one of our most popular cruises from Dubrovnik, this route showcases the very best of Croatia’s Adriatic coastline.
The Blue Cave, known locally as Modra Špilja, is one of the most extraordinary natural attractions in the Adriatic and a highlight of any first-class Croatia cruise. Located on the small island of Bisevo near Vis, the cave is famous for the luminescent aquamarine light that floods its interior when sunlight enters through an underwater opening and reflects off the white limestone seabed. The effect is genuinely breathtaking and unlike anything else in Croatia. Visitors enter the cave by small boat, and while swimming inside the cave itself is not permitted, a swim stop in the surrounding waters of Bisevo is included on Day 5 of the MS Splendid itinerary. Access to the Blue Cave is weather-dependent; your Captain will advise on the morning of the scheduled visit.
Meals are included throughout the Splendid cruise as follows:
- A Welcome Dinner on Day 1 in Dubrovnik
- Daily breakfast from Day 2 onwards
- Lunch on most days
- A Captain’s Dinner on Day 6
Dinner on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5 is at leisure, allowing guests to explore local restaurants and taverns in Korcula, Vis, Hvar, and along the Dubrovnik Riviera independently. This balance of included meals and free evenings is one of the things guests consistently appreciate about first-class small-boat cruises in Croatia: enough structure to keep things simple, enough freedom to make the trip feel bespoke.
Both the deluxe and first-class small-boat cruises of Croatia offer a premium experience on the Adriatic, but there are some distinctions worth understanding before you book.
First-class cruises in Croatia, including the MS Splendid and other vessels in our first-class fleet, typically operate on slightly smaller ships with a more intimate guest count, offering a closer, more personal experience both on board and ashore.
Deluxe Croatia cruises generally feature larger vessels with a broader range of onboard amenities and facilities. In terms of itinerary, both categories cover similar destinations along the Dalmatian coast, but the first-class experience tends to appeal to travellers who prioritise the quality of the journey; the stops, the guiding, and the atmosphere on board over the size of the ship. If you are considering cruises from Dubrovnik for the first time, the Splendid Croatia cruise aboard the MS Splendid is an excellent starting point.