Southern Explorer Mini Cruise 2026 (Dubrovnik - Split)

Day 1 Dubrovnik
Welcome to Dubrovnik! Your journey starts at 17.00hrs with a guided city tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Take a walk along the Stradun, the city’s main thoroughfare, and pass by the key attractions within the ancient city walls including the Rector’s Palace, the 15th century Orlando’s Column and Sponza Palace. Following the tour, you may wish to go on an optional cable car ride up to the Srd Mountain for spectacular views. The evening is at leisure for you to enjoy this magical city.

Day 2 Dubrovnik - Sipan / Trstenik
This morning leave Dubrovnik behind and cruise towards the island of Sipan, one of the small, unspoilt Elaphite Islands, or Trstenik on the Peljesac Peninsula. Both are beautiful spots to enjoy an afternoon of swimming, snorkelling, and sunbathing. This evening gather for the Captain's dinner onboard.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3 Sipan / Trstenik – Korcula
After breakfast, head towards for Korcula, the supposed birthplace of famed explorer Marco Polo. On arrival into Korcula Old Town in the late afternoon, you can join an optional guided walking tour to discover this small town with its fortress and impressive city walls. The town and island itself are renowned for having more legends, stories, and monuments than anywhere else on the Dalmatian coast. The evening is free for you to explore at your leisure and dine in one of the many konobas.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4 Korcula - Hvar
Depart early this morning for the island of Hvar stopping by the Pakleni Islands to enjoy a swim stop before lunch on board. In the late afternoon, arrive into the lively port of Hvar Town. Famous for its lavender fields and vineyards, the island of Hvar is said to be the sunniest Croatian island, and is a regular meeting point for the international jet set crowd. Upon arrival, an optional sightseeing tour of this unique town will be on offer. In the evening, take time to enjoy the many restaurants, bars, and cafes that line the port.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Day 5 Hvar - Brac - Split
As you cruise back towards Split, today’s highlight will be the island of Brac, one of the most popular Adriatic islands. Stop for lunch and a swim at one of Croatia’s most famous beaches, Zlatni Rat, whose shape is ever-changing. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise towards the Split Rivera. Upon arrival, there is an optional guided tour of Split to discover the city’s Roman architecture, particularly the Diocletian’s Palace. Otherwise, you are free to explore on your own into the evening and enjoy this coastal city's restaurants and bars.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Day 6 Split
We hope you have enjoyed your cruise. Farewell to your fellow travellers as you disembark after breakfast.

Meals included: Breakfast