Nautical Paradise, UNESCO & National Parks Cruise 2025

Between 1300HRS and 1400HRS boarding at the port of Trogir. After embarkation, your representatives will welcome you aboard with a drink and you will meet the crew and your fellow passengers. Cast off, heading towards Rogoznica, a picturesque fishing village, situated on an island connected to the mainland by a causeway. On your way you will anchor in a bay to enjoy the first dip into the refreshing waters of the Adriatic Sea. (L)

Leave the mainland and head towards one of the islands in the archipelago of Šibenik for a nice swim. Continue on to Zadar, the cultural and economic centre of northern Dalmatia. The Old Town, with its numerous religious and secular monuments, is located on a peninsula and surrounded by impressive walls. After arriving in Zadar, a local tour guide will await you and take all on a walk through the walled Old Town, showing unique sights like the Roman Forum, the circular Church of Sveti Donat, or the Cathedral Sveta Stošija. Enjoy traffic-free streets with elegant boutiques and countless cafés or listen to the sounds of the world-wide unique ‘Sea Organs on the Riva’, whose melodies are created purely by waves. Overnight stay in Zadar. (B, L)

Today’s destination is the Island of Dugi Otok, the ‘Long Island’; it is 45km long and only a few hundred metres wide. After a swim you head to Telašćica, a gorgeous bay in the south of the Island of Dugi Otok, which is also a Nature Park (admission about EUR10 per person, payable on-site). A walk to the ‘Silver Lake’ is recommended, known from the Winnetou movie, a saltwater lake with an underground connection to the sea. From the lake you can reach the approximately 161 metre-high cliffs, which offer a breathtaking sea view. (B, L)

According to the Irish author George Bernard Shaw, “On the last day of creation, God crowned his work, and thus created, out of tears, stars and breath, the Kornati Islands”. The beautiful scenery, countless small and large islands, and the turquoise sea, all this makes the Kornati Islands a unique paradise. It is the largest and most dense archipelago in the Adriatic Sea, comprising 147 islands, islets, and reefs, which cover an area of 35km of length. Cruise along the entire length of the Kornati Islands, and after a swim, enter the harbour of Vodice, a lively holiday resort. In the evening, you can enjoy a glass of wine in one of the cosy taverns or Konobas. (B, L)

A few kilometres further south, leave the Adriatic Sea and turn into the embouchure of the Krka River. Go upstream and anchor in Skradin, shortly before the famous Krka Waterfalls. From there, smaller boats will take you to the National Park. You will have the opportunity to visit ‘Skradinski Buk’, the most popular part of the waterfall area, where in 17 falls, with up to 100m broad cascades, the Krka rushes 45.7 metres down. Entrance fee to the National Park, including boat transfer, is EUR20-40, payable on site. On your return to the Adriatic Sea, you will stop in Šibenik. The most famous building in the fortress-like Old Town is the St Jacob’s Cathedral, the most important Renaissance monument in Croatia. After a stroll through the Old Town, you will return to the islands and anchor in the small port of the fishing village of Zlarin on the homonymous island. (B, L)

Your first destination today is Split, Croatia’s second largest city and the capital of Dalmatia. The 1700-year-old city was once the palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian and is now under the protection of the UNESCO. You leave Split and head for the Island of Šolta. The island is characterised by extensive olive groves, which produce first class, very dark olive oil. For your overnight stay, tie up in the cosy port of Stomorska. You may also spend the night in Split and visit the Island of Šolta on Friday morning. (B, L)

Note: Starting in 2025, the number of ships moored in the port of Split at the same time will be significantly reduced by the authorities, and one pier will be completely reconstructed. This may result in Split not being called.

Leave the Island of Šolta and serenely return to the starting point of your journey. Of course, on your way you will anchor in one of the many coves for a refreshing swimming break. You will reach Trogir in the early evening. With its amazing Old Town, protected by the UNESCO, Trogir is also called ‘the Museum City’. Enjoy the experience of a guided walking tour through the winding streets and discover impressive walls, towers, churches, frescoes, and vaults. Do not miss out on taking a look into the unique old yards. Take the opportunity to enjoy dinner in one of the numerous restaurants in Trogir. Overnight stay in the port of Trogir. (B, L)

After breakfast, disembarkation by 0900HRS. (B)