Southern Explorer Plus Mini Cruise 2026 (Dubrovnik - Split)
Southern Explorer Plus Mini Cruise 2026 0 Dubrovnik to Split
This fantastic one-way mini cruise will give you the best scenery, taste, and highlights that Croatia’s coastline has on offer. Aboard a First Class Vessel, you’ll embark on an unforgettable 6-day journey from Dubrovnik to Split. Along the way, stop at fortified medieval old towns to beautiful coves, the famous Zlatni Rat on Brac Island and much more!
6 days - from $2,005
Cruise Highlights
- Guided sightseeing tours of Dubrovnik, Korcula, and Hvar
- Swim in the crystal clear waters of the Pakleni Islands
- Evenings spent in the historic ports of Korcula and Hvar
Itinerary + Map
DAY 1 Dubrovnik
Welcome to Dubrovnik! Embarkation commences from 14.00hrs with a guided tour of Dubrovnik Old Town scheduled at 17.00hrs. Walk along the Stradun, the city’s main thoroughfare and explore the city that remains virtually unchanged since the 13th century. Your tour will be followed by 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
Depart for the island of Sipan, one of the small, unspoilt Elaphiti Islands, or Trstenik on the Peljesac Peninsula. Both are beautiful spots to enjoy an afternoon of swimming, snorkelling, and sunbathing. This evening, gather for a special Captain's dinner onboard.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 3 Sipan / Trstenik - Korcula
Cruise towards Korcula and enjoy lunch on board en route. On arrival, discover this small town with its encircling walls and bastions which date back to the 13th century on a guided walking tour. The town and island itself are renowned for having more legends, stories and monuments than anywhere else on the Dalmatian coast and is the rumoured birthplace of Marco Polo. The evening is free for you to explore at your leisure and dine in one of the many seafront konobas.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 4 Korcula - Hvar
Begin the day with an early departure towards the Pakleni Islands, with a swim stop and lunch at one of the many beautiful bays. In the late afternoon, arrive in the lively Hvar Town, famous for its lavender fields and vineyards. Join the guided walking tour of this historical town with its labyrinth of streets and famous Renaissance church. In the evening, enjoy the abundance of restaurants, bars and cafes that line the port.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 5 Hvar - Brac - Trogir
Make your way to Bol, a fishermen's village on the island of Brac. Stop for lunch and a swim at one of Croatia’s most famous beaches, Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn), known for its ever changing shape. In the early afternoon, arrive back at Marina Baotic in Trogir and transfer to the Old Town to explore at your own leisure. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trogir is a delightful coastal town known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, narrow cobbled streets, and a rich blend of Romanesque, Renaissance, and Baroque influences.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
DAY 6 Trogir
This morning, gather for one final breakfast on board. Bid farewell to your fellow travellers and the crew before disembarking at Marina Baotic by 9.00hrs.
Meals included: Breakfast
- Cruise Manager
- Daily cabin service
- Fresh towels and bed linen mid week
- Luggage handling
- 6 day cruise in a sea-view cabin
Exclusions: Port fees and tourist taxes (EUR45* per person), arrival and departure transfers, gratuities and optional excursions.
*Prices are subject to change and are to be locally paid.
- 5 breakfasts
- 4 lunches
- Captain’s Dinner
- Olive oil and wine tasting on board
- Complimentary water
- Complimentary afternoon tea and coffee
- Guided Sightseeing Tours of:
Dubrovnik
Korcula
Hvar
Pricing
Prices are per person in Australian Dollars (AUD)
Ship Information
Boat 1: MS Spalato
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Launched: 2011
- Length: 36.7 m
- Breadth: 7.6
- Speed: 16 km/h
- Passenger: 36
- Cabins: 19
- 2 sun decks on 2 levels
- Swimming platform
- Lounge
- Restaurant
- Bar
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Upper Deck | Standard | Twin (1 Double) | 9 | Window | Yes |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double | 9 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Twin | 9 | Porthole | No |
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Toiletries
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
- Desk
Boat 2: MS Majestic
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Launched: 2015
- Length: 37 m
- Width: 7.6 m
- Speed: 13 – 18 km/h
- Cabins: 18
- Crew: 7
- Restaurant
- Outdoor lounge
- Bar
- Dining room
- Sun deck
- Swimming platform
- Lower Deck: 8 cabins
- Main Deck: 10
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 10.5-11 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 12-12.3 | Porthole | No |
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
Boat 3: MS Dream
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Built: 2017
- Length: 40.1 m
- Width: 8 m
- Speed: 16 km/h
- Cabins: 20
- Capacity: 40
- Sun deck
- Outdoor lounge
- Dining room
- Lower Deck: 8 cabins
- Main Deck: 11 cabins
- Upper Deck: 1 cabin
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Upper Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 15 | Window | Yes |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double/Twin/Triple | 10-17 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 15 | Porthole | No |
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
Boat 4: MS Seagull
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Built: 1983
- Refurbished: 2014
- Length: 35 m
- Width: 7 m
- Speed: 16 – 22 km/h
- Cabins: 16
- Capacity: 32
- Sun deck
- Lounge
- Bar
- Salon
- Dining room
- Swimming platform
- Lower deck: 4 cabins
- Main Deck: 12 cabins
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 8.5-10.5 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 10-11 | Porthole | No |
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
Boat 5: MS Paradis
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Launched: 2014
- Length: 39.3m
- Breadth: 8.5m
- Speed: 17km/h
- Crew: 6
- Passengers: 43
- Cabins: 20
- Voltage: 220v
- Sun deck with with sun beds and outdoor bar
- Salon restaurant
- Lounge bar
- Outdoor area with tables and chairs
- Rear swimming platform
- Air-conditioned en-suite cabins
- Free Wi-Fi
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Upper Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 16-19 | Window | Yes |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double/Twin/Triple | 16-19 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 16-19 | Porthole | No |
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Toiletries
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
- Desk
Boat 6: MS Aquamarin
- Technical Data
- Ship Specifications
- Cabin Specifications
- Launched: 2017
- Length: 42m
- Breadth: 8.5m
- Speed: 15km/h
- Crew: 7/9
- Passengers: 38
- Cabins: 19
- Voltage: 220v
- Large Sun deck with sun beds
- Saloon restaurant
- Bar and outside seating area
- Rear swimming platform
- Jacuzzi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
| Deck | Cabin | Bedding | Size (sqm) | Window | To Open |
| Upper Deck | Standard | Double | 12.5 | Window | Yes |
| Main Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 14-15 | Window | Yes |
| Lower Deck | Standard | Double/Twin | 15.5-16 | Porthole | No |
Amenities
- En-suite
- Air-conditioning
- Toiletries
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Wardrobe
- Desk
Deck Plans + Gallery
