Sunday Arrival
Embarkation starts in Dubrovnik at 14:00h, get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Meal: Dinner
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with a swim stop, if weather permits, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, and birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Upon arrival take a walking tour of Korčula that takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets. Evening is free to explore the town on your own.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Our journey then continues towards Pučišća, situated on the island of Brač, village of the stone sculpture, where you can visit amazing stonemason school (optional). Lunch on board before arrival in Pučišća, enjoy a swim in one of Brač’ many lovely coves and bays, if weather permits. Join us Captain’s dinner on board. Overnight in Pučišća.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast we set sail to Split with a stop along the way for a swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split. Upon arrival, join a guided tour of the city, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical centre of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your evening is free in Split.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
In the morning, we sail to Stari Grad on the Island of Hvar one of the oldest towns in Europe. The Stari Grad Plain and the old town centre of Stari Grad have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2008. Return to your ship for lunch on board and sail towards Hvar with a break for swimming. Upon arrival in Hvar, you will be visiting many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above the town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Your evening is free in Hvar.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
In the morning, we sail towards Mljet. Croatian “Greenest Island” with its beautiful, untouched nature and its cultural heritage. We arrive in the heart of Mljet National Park which encompasses five types of forests, many species of birds and two deep lakes. If you want to visit Mljet National Park, walk to the entrance where you can purchase the ticket to walk around the Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and the Malo Jezero (Small Lake) and join the boat ride to St. Mary Island. Spend the night in Mljet.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
In the morning we continue our adventure by sailing back to Dubrovnik with lunch on board with stop for swimming. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour at the historical centre of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, free time to explore the city, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace and the Cathedral, or take a boat ride to Lokrum Island or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Meal: Breakfast
Travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages
and new resorts, to the city of Split.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then see the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The rest of the day at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, enjoy at the beach or join us on an Optional Excursion to Jet Set spot of rich and famous – Island of Hvar.
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, head to Trogir, the centre of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then, turn inland and travel to spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. Have your camera ready as you take a walking tour around the lower lakes. Enjoy the breath-taking scenery of this natural wonder of sixteen terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. After a bit of free time, journey continue north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
An Alpine Lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travellers in the middle of the 19th century. Since then, a small town of hotels, villas, and restaurants has developed around the lake, turning Bled into a lively, all-seasons resort. A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lakeshore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion visiting the small island in the middle of the lake, browse through the shops and boutiques, or ax and enjoy the enchanting scenery.
Meal: Breakfast
Leave the mountains and head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. See the most significant sights of the old city centre on a walking tour. Highlights include the picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba's Fountain. Then, continue to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital city.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to see the countryside.
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure
flight.
Meal: Breakfast
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First class hotels
Arrival shred transfer from Dubrovnik airport to the port and departure
shared transfer from hotel to Zagreb Airport on the first and the last
day of the tour
Breakfast daily and 4 dinners
Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
Professional Tour Director throughout
Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
Whisper technology enhanced touring
Service charges and hotel taxes
7 nights cruise from Dubrovnik-Split -Dubrovnik
Superior category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
Daily buffet breakfast
6 lunches (3 course meal and salad bar)
Welcome dinner and Captain's dinner with music during cruise
Water dispenser during cruise
Complimentary fresh fruits available daily during cruise
Professional English-speaking Cruise Manager throughout
Whisper technology
Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek during cruise
One beach towel per person per week
Complimentary Wi-Fi on board.
SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
Professional English-speaking guide for city tours of Zagreb, Ljubljana,
Bled, Postojna Cave, Plitvice Lakes Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik
Entrance fees to the Diocletian’s Palace, Plitvice lakes National Park,
Postojna Cave, Bled Castle
Drinks, extra meals
Port tax AUD 145 per person (to be paid by on board)
All other entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
HOTELS USED OR SIMILAR
DUBROVNIK: Lero (F) or similar
SPLIT: Hotel Corner (F) or similar
PLITVICE: Jezero (F) or similar
BLED: Kompas (F) / Bled Rose (F) or similar
ZAGREB: Zonar (F) or similar
SUPPLEMENTS (OPTIONAL):
Additional beach towel AUD 17 per person on request
Entrance to Mljet National Park to be paid on the spot
Private car transfers available on request (Vehicle transfers are not available in the pedestrian areas)
Small captions decoded:
B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception, CD-Captain’s dinner, T-Tasting
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (LOWER DECK CABIN ON A SUPERIOR BOAT).