You will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport to harbour, where embarkation begins at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Meal: Dinner
Start the day with a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic”. 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 and you will visit Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy. We set sail for Kotor. After lunch on board, we are going to visit Lovćen Mountain, Njeguši Village and Budva. Encounter Montenegro’s rich culture, historical heritage, and natural beauty as you travel by bus up the serpentine Lovćen Hills. A beautiful view of Kotor Bay and lovely mountain scenery accompany you en route to Njeguši, where you will visit the village smokehouse. Stop for a snack of smoked ham and cheese, brandy, and wine—all local specialties. Then, head down the mountains towards the city of Budva—believed to be one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic coast. It is more than 2,000 years old. After panoramic stop above the town you will drive back to Kotor and enjoy dinner in one of the local restaurants. Your evening is free in Kotor.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Start the day with a walking tour of Kotor which will include a visit to St Tryphon’s Cathedral, and you will see the Orthodox Church of St Luka from the outside. Afterwards continue to Slano with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. Slano is a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, once fortified small village famous for its oysters situated on Pelješac peninsula. Pelješac peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. Overnight and Captain’s dinner in Slano.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
In the morning we head north to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Continue our cruise towards the Korčula Island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Before lunch, there is time for a swim stop in the clear blue sea. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Korčula where you can enjoy a gourmet experience at the multiple restaurants and bars.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Early in the morning sail to Ploče with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permitting. Lunch on board. Take the coach for an excursion to Mostar with dinner included. Mostar is the city were east and west meet. Built alongside the Neretva River is known for its beautiful “Old Bridge" (Stari Most) the heart and symbol of the city. Since 2005 the “Old Bridge", and the old city of Mostar have been inscribed as a World Heritage by UNESCO. Walk the old, cobblestone streets, visit the Turkish house and the mosque. Overnight in Ploče.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Leaving Ploče, we will have an early morning cruise towards town of Hvar on the island of Hvar a favourite vacation destination of world celebrities, but also a charming seaside town with 8thcentury architecture. Before lunch, there is time for a swim stop in the clear blue sea. Upon arrival in Hvar, you will enjoy visiting the 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
We head to our final port Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split to take a walking tour of the historic inner city takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Your evening is free in Split.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to Split airport.
Meal: Breakfast
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7 nights cruise from Dubrovnik to Kotor and Split
Supreme category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
Arrival shared transfer from Dubrovnik airport to port on the first day of the program
Departure shared transfer from port to Split airport on the last day of the program
Daily buffet breakfast
6 lunches (3 course meal with salad bar)
Welcome dinner and Captain's dinner with live music
Water dispenser
Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily
Professional English-speaking Cruise Manager throughout
Whisper technology
Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek
Luggage handling
One beach towel per person per week
Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
Professional English-speaking guide for city tours of Dubrovnik, Kotor, Korčula, Mostar, Hvar and Split
Dinner in Mostar and Kotor
Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park
Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy, St Tryphon’s Cathedral
Lovćen/Njeguši/Budva Excursion – ride by bus, snack in Njeguši (smoked ham and cheese, brandy and wine)
• Drinks on board (except water), extra meals
• Entrance fees not mentioned in the program
• Port tax + Tourist tax AUD 170 per person (to be paid on board in cash)
Ship Name: STELLA MARIS
Child rate on request.
Small captions decoded:
B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception, CD-Captain’s dinner, T-Tasting.
SUPPLEMENTS (OPTIONAL)
Additional beach towel AUD 17 per person on request
Private car transfers available on request (Vehicle transfers are not available in the pedestrian areas).