best of croatia
from DUBROVNIK to dubrovnik
7 days
LAND ONLY
Departs TUESDAYS 2025
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Split To Bol, Jelsa, Korčula, Dubrovnik, Mljet, Hvar and return to Split
Low season: May 13
Mid season: May 27. June 3, June 17, Sept 30
High season: Aug 19, Sept 2, Sept 16
Day 1 – Saturday: Split Arrival
You will be transferred from Split Airport to the port. Embarkation starts at 2:00pm. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome Reception followed by dinner. (WR, D)
Day 2 – Sunday: Split, Bol and Jelsa
Morning sail towards Bol on Brač Island, where you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing its shape due to the ocean currents. Swim stop if weather permits. Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Jelsa on the island of Hvar. One of the most picturesque towns on the island of Hvar; Jelsa is nestled in amongst hills dense with pine woods. The town quay extends all the way around the harbour with numerous laid moorings. Walk around old stone street, squares, see churches, and parks. Enjoy a coffee in the main square and the Mediterranean atmosphere of this bustling town. Your evening is free to explore Jelsa on your own. (B, L)
Day 3 – Monday: Jelsa – Korċula (Wine tasting)
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swim stop, weather permiting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, and birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. Evening is free to explore the town on your own. (B, L, T)
Day 4 – Tuesday: Korċula to Dubrovnik
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a famous UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical center of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, you will be on your own 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. (B, L)
Day 5 – Wednesday: Dubrovnik to Mljet National Park
In the morning head further north to the Island of Mljet. Mljet National Park encompasses five types of forest, many species of birds and two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). 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. In the evening enjoy Captain’s dinner on board. (B, L, CD)
Day 6 – Thursday: Mljet National Park – Hvar
Take a morning dip on your cruise. Continue sailing during a lunch, afternoon arriving in Hvar, a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture, and a favourite holiday destination for international celebrities. During a walking tour, visit 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. You can explore more and dine on your own in one of the many restaurants in town. (B, L)
Day 7 – Friday: Hvar to Split
In the morning we head to our final port Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, and lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split. Take a walking tour of the historic inner city that 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. (B, L)
Day 8 – Saturday: Split Departure
After breakfast it is time to disembark. You will be transferred to Split Airport. (B)
DUBROVNIK: City Hotel4* or similar
SPLIT: Mondo 4* or Art 4* or similar
ZADAR: Kolovare 4* or similar
ZAGREB: Westin 5* or similar
B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception, CD-Captain’s dinner
INCLUSIVE FEATURES:
Accommodation in first class hotels
Arrival shared transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to hotel and
departure shared transfer from hotel to Dubrovnik Airport on the
first and on the last days of the tour
6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
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
Licensed Local Guides
NOTE you will be traveling with regular passengers, but paying travel agent rates
NOT included:
Drinks, extra meals
All other entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
Sightseeing includes
City tours of Dubrovnik, Split, Šibenik, Zadar, Zagreb
Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park accompanied by Tour
Director; Diocletian’s Palace in Split
COSTS PER PERSON – based on double occupancy
LOW SEASON 2025
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