Adriatic Cruise

Day 1, arrive Split, Saturday
You will be transferred from Split’s airport or your Split hotel to harbor, where embarkation begins at noon. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome Reception this evening. (WR)

Day 2, Split – Bol – Hvar, Sunday
Stop in Bol, a small town on Island Brac, for a swim at the Golden Horn. Enjoy the 1740-foot-long golden pebble beach, said to be the best in Croatia. It is unique in that it changes shape and position depending on the winds. Return to your boat for lunch, then head to Hvar. Hvar is one of the most popular islands in the Adriatic and a meeting point for the international jetset. The “Croatian Madeira” is also one of the longest islands stretching along the shores of Croatia. A sightseeing tour of Hvar town shows you the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare’s theatre in the UK), the Franciscan Monastery and many more historical sights. Your evening is free to explore Hvar on your own. (B, L)

Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Hvar harbor (during peak season in July and August) port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad/Jelsa. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Hvar.

Day 3, Hvar – Korcula, Monday
After breakfast set sail for Korcula, with swimming stop in one of pristine bays and lunch onboard. Early afternoon arrival to Korcula, thought to be the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour through its narrow, cobbled streets and visit the majestic Gothic Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Your evening is free to discover the town and enjoy dinner on your own at one of many local restaurants. (B, L)

Day 4, Korcula – Dubrovnik, Tuesday
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, so called “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a UNESCO World Heritage site. While in Dubrovnik, take a walking tour of the old town and visit the Rector’s Palace and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. Remainder of the day is free; perhaps discover this lovely city on own. (B, L)

Day 5, Dubrovnik – Mljet, Wednesday
Today we turn our compass back north, with plenty of time for morning swim along the sail. As you dine, set sail for Mljet Island. 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). This lovely island was supposedly a favorite holiday spot for the Greek hero Ulysses! Your evening is free in Mljet. (B, L)

Day 6, Mljet – Pucisca, Thursday
Take a break for a swim during your morning cruise. Continue sailing through lunch, arriving this afternoon in Pucisca, a beautiful little town on island of Brac. Tonight, enjoy captain’s dinner with live entertainment on board. (B, L, D)

Day 7, Pucisca – Omis – Split, Friday
As you sail along the coast, stop at the ancient town of Omis.  Its fortresses are silent stone reminders of the power and the might of the infamous pirates who once made their homes and fortunes here. After a short walking tour, board a small boat and sail into Cetina River Canyon, a protected nature area. Continue to Radman Mills for a local specialty snack.  Return to Omis and your boat, and set sail during lunch. Arriving in Split, take a guided tour of the port, the seafront promenade, and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace.  The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your evening is free in Split. (B,L)

Day 8, Depart Split, Saturday
After breakfast it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to the airport or you Split hotel. (B)