Dubrovnik Deluxe Discovery Cruise itinerary:
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Day 1 DUBROVNIK - SLANO (L, D)
Check-in from 13.00 h at the Gruž harbour (late arrivals can join in Slano), departure at 14.00 h for the small village of Slano on the mainland, a peaceful fishermen's village. Enjoy authentic village dinner in Smokovljani and taste all the specialties this rural area has to offer. As part of their property, there is a ranch with animals and the old stone threshing floor surrounded by olive trees, figs and other autochthonic plants in all the beauty of nature, where you can hear the voice of crickets and birds chirping.
Day 2 SLANO- Mljet (B, L)
Morning departure towards the island and National Park of Mljet. Lunch on board. Free time to enjoy the salt lakes in the National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on this tranquil island. The large lake is situated inside the Mljet National Park (entrance included), and in the middle one can visit an old abbey and church, or just use a canoe to roam around the lakes in the National Park. Bicycles can also be rented to cycle around the paths surrounding the lakes. Overnight in the port.
Day 3 Mljet - MAKARSKA (B, L, CD)
Early morning departure towards Makarska, the famous tourist destination with many restaurants and bars and a beautiful promenade along the famous beach. Enjoy the magic of Makarska Riviera and be sure to take a walk along the city streets – there's an abundance of churches and other cultural sites. Afternoon swim at one of the wonderful beaches. In the evening, the Captain's dinner with live entertainment on board. Overnight in Makarska
Day 4 MAKARSKA / PUČIŠĆA, ISLAND OF BRAČ - SPLIT (B, L)
After breakfast we continue towards Pučišća, a typical Mediterranean place, situated on the northern side of Brač island at the bottom of a deep bay. This place is home to the world famous white stone of Brač. We will be visiting one of the few stone masonry workshops left in Europe. We arrive in Split in the afternoon. Split is Croatia’s second city, a busy university and maritime town and the capital of the Dalmatia region. Split is a city under UNESCO protection, and its historical and cultural monuments are wondrous both to local inhabitants, but also to the many visitors who fall in love with this 1,000 plus year old beauty. Join a sightseeing tour of the old town including Diocletian's palace which the Roman emperor had built as his retirement home.
Day 5 SPLIT / BOL - HVAR (B, L)
Early morning departure we continue our cruise towards the island of Brač - Bol, best known for its famous Zlatni rat beach (Golden horn), a natural phenomenon that with its distinct shape and form dominates other beaches of Croatia. Directional winds and waves cause the shape of the beach to often change. Our next destination is Hvar. Hvar is the longest island in the Adriatic. While you enjoy our guided tour, you can see magnificent, Renaissance cathedral with its original tower; also, the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded here in 1612. Hvar Town offers plenty of restaurants, bars cafes and clubs, open long into the night. Hvar is often referred to as the sunshine and jet-set island.
Day 6 HVAR – Korcula(B, L, D)
The journey continues towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of the enchanting town fortified by walls. Korčula treasures more legends, tales and monuments than any other place, discover some wandering along the herringbone pattern streets. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants for a great gourmet experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.
Day 7 Korcula - DUBROVNIK (B, L)
Departure towards Dubrovnik with breakfast en route. Enjoy the unforgettable natural beauty along the coast towards Dubrovnik which was referred to as “heaven on earth” by the famous writer George Bernard Shaw. Lunch on board and arrival in Dubrovnik in the early afternoon. Join the guided tour of the city. Meander through the narrow, car-free limestone streets – worn smooth under the soles of centuries of pedestrians, exploring the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Take the cable car from the Old Town to the Srđ Mountain to enjoy scenic views of the mighty ramparts and of the Elaphiti Islands (ticket included). In the evening enjoy the traditional and authentic Croatian song and dance performance by the Linđo Folklore Ensemble. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 8 DUBROVNIK (B)
After an early breakfast say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends!
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Day 8 DUBROVNIK (B) *
After an early breakfast say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends!
Day 7 Korcula - DUBROVNIK (B, L) *
Departure towards Dubrovnik with breakfast en route. Enjoy the unforgettable natural beauty along the coast towards Dubrovnik which was referred to as “heaven on earth” by the famous writer George Bernard Shaw. Lunch on board and arrival in Dubrovnik in the early afternoon. Join the guided tour of the city. Meander through the narrow, car-free limestone streets – worn smooth under the soles of centuries of pedestrians, exploring the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Take the cable car from the Old Town to the Srđ Mountain to enjoy scenic views of the mighty ramparts and of the Elaphiti Islands (ticket included). In the evening enjoy the traditional and authentic Croatian song and dance performance by the Linđo Folklore Ensemble. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 6 HVAR – Korcula(B, L, D) *
The journey continues towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of the enchanting town fortified by walls. Korčula treasures more legends, tales and monuments than any other place, discover some wandering along the herringbone pattern streets. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants for a great gourmet experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.
Day 5 SPLIT / BOL - HVAR (B, L) *
Early morning departure we continue our cruise towards the island of Brač - Bol, best known for its famous Zlatni rat beach (Golden horn), a natural phenomenon that with its distinct shape and form dominates other beaches of Croatia. Directional winds and waves cause the shape of the beach to often change. Our next destination is Hvar. Hvar is the longest island in the Adriatic. While you enjoy our guided tour, you can see magnificent, Renaissance cathedral with its original tower; also, the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded here in 1612. Hvar Town offers plenty of restaurants, bars cafes and clubs, open long into the night. Hvar is often referred to as the sunshine and jet-set island.
Day 4 MAKARSKA / PUČIŠĆA, ISLAND OF BRAČ - SPLIT (B, L) *
After breakfast we continue towards Pučišća, a typical Mediterranean place, situated on the northern side of Brač island at the bottom of a deep bay. This place is home to the world famous white stone of Brač. We will be visiting one of the few stone masonry workshops left in Europe. We arrive in Split in the afternoon. Split is Croatia’s second city, a busy university and maritime town and the capital of the Dalmatia region. Split is a city under UNESCO protection, and its historical and cultural monuments are wondrous both to local inhabitants, but also to the many visitors who fall in love with this 1,000 plus year old beauty. Join a sightseeing tour of the old town including Diocletian's palace which the Roman emperor had built as his retirement home.
Day 3 Mljet - MAKARSKA (B, L, CD) *
Early morning departure towards Makarska, the famous tourist destination with many restaurants and bars and a beautiful promenade along the famous beach. Enjoy the magic of Makarska Riviera and be sure to take a walk along the city streets – there's an abundance of churches and other cultural sites. Afternoon swim at one of the wonderful beaches. In the evening, the Captain's dinner with live entertainment on board. Overnight in Makarska
Day 2 SLANO- Mljet (B, L) *
Morning departure towards the island and National Park of Mljet. Lunch on board. Free time to enjoy the salt lakes in the National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on this tranquil island. The large lake is situated inside the Mljet National Park (entrance included), and in the middle one can visit an old abbey and church, or just use a canoe to roam around the lakes in the National Park. Bicycles can also be rented to cycle around the paths surrounding the lakes. Overnight in the port.
Day 1 DUBROVNIK - SLANO (L, D) *
Check-in from 13.00 h at the Gruž harbour (late arrivals can join in Slano), departure at 14.00 h for the small village of Slano on the mainland, a peaceful fishermen's village. Enjoy authentic village dinner in Smokovljani and taste all the specialties this rural area has to offer. As part of their property, there is a ranch with animals and the old stone threshing floor surrounded by olive trees, figs and other autochthonic plants in all the beauty of nature, where you can hear the voice of crickets and birds chirping.
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