Tastes of Croatia Cruise 2027

Embarkation begins at 1400HRS. Get settled in your cabin before going on a short orientation tour through this medieval town. Trogir is sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a “floating museum town”, as it has a masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian palaces. After returning to the ship, enjoy a Welcome Reception followed by dinner this evening. (D)

In the morning, head towards Split where you will join a guided tour of historic old town that takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.You will see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. After visiting Split, head towards Milna on the Island of Brač with a swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. After lunch we arrive in Milna still known as the most beautiful and most protected harbour on Brač Island. Explore this Dalmatian town dominated by a Baroque church with a typical Dalmatian bell tower. The interior of the church is rich in valuable paintings by Venetian painters. Overnight in one of the harbours on Brač Island . (B, L, T)

Notes: Due to the limited capacity of the Split Port (reconstructions related) transfer by coach may be organised to and from Split for the sightseeing tour.

Leave Brač Island in the morning and cruise to Vis Island, once a strategic naval base and off limits to tourists. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm of the “Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Since the independence of Croatia, the island began opening slowly to the outside world. Some of Europe's largest and greatest naval battles had happened in the waters of Vis. Vis Island holds many historic secrets and you will explore Vis history by military Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in one of the harbours on Vis Island . (B, L)

Leave Vis in the morning and sail towards the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon on the Islet of Biševo just in front of the town of Komiža. The possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions, and you will be notified of this on board. Afterwards continue to the Island of Hvar, take a swim break and continue sailing through lunch. Upon arrival in the afternoon, disembark and join a guided walking tour of Hvar Town where you will see many historical sights of the town, such as St. Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, and the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above Hvar Town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni Islands. Overnight in one of the harbours on Hvar Island. (B, L, T)

Early in the morning set sail for the Island of Korčula, with swimming stop, if weather permits, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, one of the most preserved medieval towns, thought to be the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. You will spend the night here. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history. Evening is free to explore the town on your own. (B, L)

In the morning head further south to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Director for a stroll to the famous saltwater lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or the island on your own. Lunch on board and departure for a small village called Slano on the mainland.  Slano is a peaceful fishing village and the starting point to Ston, situated on Pelješac Peninsula - a fortified small village famous for its oysters which you will taste in a nearby village. The Pelješac Peninsula is also known as one of the best wine producing regions in Croatia. Tonight, enjoy Captain’s Dinner on board and overnight in Slano. (B, L, T, D)

Early morning cruise to Elaphiti Islands with swim stop in one of the secluded bays. Continue sailing to Dubrovnik. Before mooring at the Gruž Port, you will cruise alongside the old city walls. After docking, join a guided tour at the historical centre of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun, both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the city walls, enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guide will show you the most interesting sights of the Old Town. After city tour, you will be on your own to explore the city, visit the City Walls, 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)

After breakfast it’s time to disembark by 0900HRS. (B)