Dalmatian islands from Split

Enjoy one of the best small ship cruises Adriatic coast has to offer. Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Croatian shoreline and visit the mesmerizing Dalmatian islands. Typical Croatian cruse ships function as boutique hotels and offer top-end comfort as you sail from one island to the other. Guaranteed departures every Saturdays and Wednesdays between April and October.

Day 1: SPLIT (D)

One of the most popular small ship cruises Adriatic coast has to offer starts and end in Split, the de facto capital of Dalmatia. The ship says docked in Split for the first night, so you can board anytime after 14:00.

In the afternoon we will organize a guided tour of the old town of Split which is know as the Diocletian’s Palace and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. Built in the 4th century by the Roman emperor Diocletian as his retirement home, the palace morphed into a vivid town full of historic buildings, fine restaurants and ice-cream stalls. After the visit, return to the ship for a cocktail and welcome party on board. Night in Split.

Day 2: SPLIT – KORČULA (B, L)

Early departure from Split towards the town of Korčula on the namesake island. On the way, we will make a swim stop in one of the several beautiful bays. After lunch on board the ship will dock in Korčula’s harbor. You can join the guided tour taking you through the old town, where narrow streets are designed in the shape of a thorn for a good reason. Your guide will explain why. Free afternoon to relax and enjoy a meal in one of the local taverns and restaurants. Night in Korčula.

Day 3: KORČULA – MLJET / DUBROVNIK (B, L, D)

After breakfast we’ll head further south towards the Island of Mljet and its national park. As one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic, Mljet offers many possibilities for an active visit, such is light hiking, cycling, or canoeing on its two salt lakes. You will also have time to visit the Benedictine monastery located on an island on one of these lakes or simply relax on the beach. In the afternoon, departure to Dubrovnik where you will arrive just in time for dinner, which will be served on board while you enjoy a spectacular setting of this “paradise on Earth” as George Bernard Shaw named it. Night in Dubrovnik.

Day 4: DUBROVNIK (B)

Breakfast and transfer to the old city of Dubrovnik for a guided tour. Later, a cable car will take you up to Srđ Mountain to enjoy the beautiful views over the city’s red roofs and the Islands of Elafiti in the distance. Free time to explore Dubrovnik on your own. Among the numerous historic monuments, alleys and churches you will recognize familiar settings from a popular Game of Thrones series. Night in Dubrovnik.

Enjoy one of the best small ship cruises Adriatic coast has to offer

Day 5: DUBROVNIK – PELJEŠAC PENINSULA (B, L, D)

Breakfast and departure from the wonderful city towards the peninsula of Pelješac, well known for its excellent wines. Before lunch, we will make a short swimming stop on one of the Elafiti Islands. In the afternoon you’ll enjoy an “all inclusive” dinner of local products in one of the villages on the Pelješac peninsula. Late transfer to the ship for overnight.

Day 6: PELJEŠAC – HVAR (B, L)

Breakfast and morning navigation towards Hvar. Lunch stop on the small island of Sčedro and another stop for swimming on the Pakleni Islands. In the afternoon we will arrive to the island of Hvar, the longest island in the Adriatic and one of the sunniest, also known for its lavender fields. You can join a a guided tour of the historical sites, such as the Renaissance Cathedral, with its original tower and the theater founded back in 1612. After the visit, free time to visit one of the restaurants, venues and bars that are open until dawn. Night in Hvar.

Day 7: HVAR – BRAČ (B, L, CD)

Breakfast and navigation from Hvar to another popular Croatian island – Brač and its picturesque town of Bol. Take some time to stroll around the town and visit the world-famous famous Zlatni Rat Beach. Lunch on board and free afternoon until wine tasting at the Dalmatia winery that was built back in 1903. As a farewell from new friends you made on one of truly the best small ship cruises Adriatic coast has to offer, enjoy the Captain’s Dinner with live music. Night in Milna / Pučišča.

Day 8: BRAČ – SPLIT (B)

Early departure to Split, breakfast on board. Upon arrival at the port of Split, disembark at 9.00. Transfer to Split airport or hotel. End of the cruise.

* Legend: B – breakfast, L – lunch, – D dinner, CD – captain’s dinner