CROATIA'S COASTAL GEMS

After breakfast our English-speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. We’ll visit the historical center of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik, known as “The Pearl of Adriatic”. Return coach transfer is scheduled between 12:00-13:00. Lunch onboard and sail out for Slano, located on the mainland. Slano is picturesque place on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beach, dense pine forest and olive groves. For those interested, an optional excursion to Ston will be organized. Ston is a fortified town known for its 5-kilometer-long walls, historic saltworks, and oyster and mussel farms. Reservations and payment on the spot. Overnight in Slano, (B,L)

This morning we`ll cruise to Mljet where you’ll be free to explore National Park (entrance fees are not included and can be purchased on site), to walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit The Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery dating from the 12th century and, of course, take a swim in the heart of this pristine National Park. Lunch will be served onboard as we continue our cruise toward the Island of Korčula, where we shall arrive in the afternoon, docking in the Town of Korčula. This historic town is known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, one of the most famous world explorers of all times. Our English speaking guide will do Korčula City tour and walk us through the town’s charming narrow and cobbled streets. You’ll have the rest of the evening free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight in Korčula Historical Town, (B,L)

In the morning we’ll cruise to the Island of Vis, with lunch onboard and a swim stop en route. Arrival to Vis is scheduled for the afternoon. Compared to other Adriatic islands, Vis is rather unique. Being an important strategic military stronghold for centuries, Vis was spared the excessive tourist development and thus retained it unspool beaches, ecological agriculture and traditional architecture. Enjoy afternoon, exploring the town of Vis, its picturesque stone streets, pristine beaches and fine taverns. For those interested, an optional Vis Island excursion will be organized, including a visit to Komiža, a charming fishermen’s village. Reservations and payment on the spot. Overnight in Vis Town, (B,L)

Today we will cruise to the island of Biševo and its Blue Cave, one of the most famous natural attractions in the Adriatic Sea. The Blue Cave is a sea cave that can only be accessed by boat. However, high waves may occasionally prevent entry, which cannot be determined in advance of the scheduled visit. For this reason, entrance fees are payable on the spot. After a swim stop and lunch onboard, we will continue cruising along numerous coves and bays towards Hvar, the sunniest Croatian island and one of the country’s most attractive tourist destinations, known as a meeting point for international jet-setters. Upon arrival to Hvar, a local English-speaking guide will take you on a walking tour of this unique city, introducing its rich history, culture, and way of life. After the tour, you will have the evening at leisure to explore and enjoy dinner at one of the many family-owned restaurants and traditional taverns. Overnight in Hvar Historical Town, (B,L)

We'll start our day with a morning departure towards Bol. Bol is famous for having one of the finest European beaches, called Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape). As we stop in Bol, you can relax in this charming Dalmatian town. Have a walk, a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served onboard. After lunch we’ll continue cruising towards Pučišća, with refreshing swim stops en route and lunch served on board. Pučišća is the biggest village on the island of Brač. Nowhere in the system of towns and villages in Dalmatia does terrain play such a compelling role as in Pučišća. Its spectacular irregularity of steep-sided natural harbor, authentic Mediterranean architecture and rustic ambience are simply unforgettable. Pučišća is also home to the only Croatian Stonemasonry school. Its students carve sculptures from Brač limestone, applying traditional and unconventional tools that have been used here for centuries. We shall spend a night in this very quiet town. Enjoy the nightfall, as it unifies the distinct features of Pučišća that have intrigued us so much in daylight. This evening we will have Captain’s Dinner on board. Overnight in Pučišća, (B,L, Captain`s Dinner)

Morning departure to Split where our English-speaking guide will lead a city tour of Split and walk you through the historical Diocletian’s Palace. Split boasts 1700 years of history and is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. City’s historical and cultural buildings are located inside the walls of the Diocletian’s Palace. After the city tour, we will have lunch onboard while cruising to Omiš, an ancient town with city walls, fortresses and stone churches, a stronghold of famous pirates, a symbol of retaliation, courage and strength in the long historical fight against The Republic of Venice. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Omiš, (B,L)

After breakfast, we will organize a complimentary transfer from Omiš to Split city center. Guests will arrive in Split on Saturday by approximately 09:00 a.m., marking the end of the cruise and time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)