Deluxe Cruise from Split to Dubrovnik on MS Invictus 7nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open age cruise, though usually clients are more couples, mature solo travellers or small groups ranging from 30-65yrs. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck. Most triple cabins are a queen bed and single bed and most are on the Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a cabin for solo use.

SHIP INFO AND PHOTOS:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/ships/invictus/

Alternating weeks:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/188/deluxe-cruise-dubrovnik-split-ms-invictus-7nts/
Same cruise, different ship:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/118/deluxe-cruise-split-dubrovnik-ms-spirito-7nts/

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Split, Omis, Pucisca, Bol, Hvar, Blue Cave, Vis, Korcula, Mljet, and to Dubrovnik

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights cruise in an air-conditioned cabin with ensuite
• English-speaking Cruise Manager
• 6 crew members
• Bath towels & linen changed mid-week
• Beach towel use
• Daily cabin cleaning service
• Free unlimited Wi-Fi onboard
• CCTV Security Cameras on board
• Elegance Rooftop Jacuzzi (Sun deck)
• Credit card payment facilities

Meals Included:
• Welcome Dinner with three courses
• Captain’s Dinner with three courses
• Buffet breakfast daily
• 6 lunches with three courses
• Drinking water dispenser onboard
• Complimentary fresh fruit available daily

Sightseeing Tours Included:
• Guided Walking Tours of Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik
• Transfer to Old Town for Dubrovnik walking tour, with panoramic photo stop included
• Professional English-speaking Local Guide for all City Tours
• Wireless headset system for walking tours
• Daily swim stops (weather permitting)

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port Tax €50pp/week - obligatory (pay onboard)
• Optional excursions / entrances
• Meals/drinks not listed

# Optional Excursions (book onboard):
• Entrance fee to Blue Cave: ~ €25pp
• Entrance fee to Mljet National Park: ~ €25pp
• Vis Island Tour: ~ €25pp min 20 pax

ITINERARY:
Embarkation from 14.00hrs. Passengers who arrive earlier can leave their bags on board until their cabin is ready. Overnight in port, late arrivals possible.

DAY 1 • SATURDAY: SPLIT (WD)
Your ship will be docked in Split harbour and you can board anytime. The embarkation will be possible throughout the day; though passengers arriving in the morning cannot enter their cabins before 2pm (14.00hrs). but they can leave luggage on board and come back later when their cabin is ready. Welcome Meeting will start at 7pm (19.00hrs). where you will be introduced by our Cruise Director to the Captain, our crew and of course your future fellow passengers with whom you will spend a week on board. Welcome Dinner will be served at 7:30pm (19.30hrs). Overnight in Split.
# Included: Welcome Dinner onboard 19.00hrs

DAY 2 • SUNDAY: Omis – PUČIŠĆA (B,L)
Our English speaking guide will do a morning Split City tour, and walk us through historical Diocletian’s Palace. Split is the second largest urban centre in Croatia and the seat of the Split and Dalmatia County. It is traditionally considered to be over 1,700 years old. Since 1979 the historic centre of Split has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. The historical and cultural buildings are located inside the walls of the Diocletian’s Palace. At 12:00 we will start our cruise to Omiš, ancient town with city walls, fortresses and stone churches located at the delta of Cetina River with its wonderful beaches. In the past Omiš was for centuries a symbol of retaliation, courage and strength of the famous pirates against Venetian Republic. Lunch will be given while we cruise there with swim stop. After Omiš we will cruise across the Brač channel to continue towards Pučišća, the biggest village on the island of Brač. Nowhere in the system of towns and villages in Dalmatia does terrain play such a compelling role as in Pučišća with its spectacular irregularity of the steep-sided natural harbour, its authentic Mediterranean architecture and rustic ambience; the fjord like inlet meets three narrow valleys that descend from the hills to join those quiet and beautiful waters. Pučišća Quarry was exploited in the Antiquity; the reopening of the quarry took place in 1455, unused since Roman times. It was from this quarry that stone was excavated to build limestone columns of the White House in Washington DC, The Parliament house in Vienna and many other famous buildings all over the world. The only Stonemasonry school in Croatia is located in Pučišća where students carve sculptures from Brač limestone with traditional and unconventional tools that have been used here for centuries. We will spend night in this very quiet small town. Nightfall unifies the diverse features of Pučišća that have intrigued us by daylight. Plenty of time for swimming at Pucisca in the afternoon. Overnight in Pučišća.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Split

DAY 3 • MONDAY: Bol – HVAR (B,L)
We start our day with morning departure towards Bol, said to have the best beach for swimming in Croatia named Zlatni Rat. (Golden cape). We will stop in Bol and enjoy this nice Dalmatian town for a walk, or to have a cup of coffee and take a swim till lunch is served on board. After lunch we will continue cruising towards the sunniest island of Croatia – the island of Hvar, along of the many coves and bays on the way. Hvar is one of the most popular, very attractive tourist destinations and a meeting point for the international jet set. Upon your evening arrival at Hvar, a local English-speaking Local Guide will walk you throughout the town introducing you to the history, culture and way of life on this island and explain how lavender was traditionally farmed on the Island of Hvar for centuries. Have an evening in Hvar free on your own to explore and dine around in one of numerous family owned restaurants. Overnight in Hvar.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Hvar

DAY 4 • TUESDAY: Blue Cave - VIS (B,L)
We’ll start our day with a morning cruise towards Island of Biševo and its Blue Cave. Originally, the entrance to Blue Cave was located below sea level, which required visitors to dive deeply in order to resurface into the cave’s mysterious blue depths. However, sometimes high waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something we shall not know before the morning designated for our visit. For this reason, entrance fees are paid on the spot. Afterwards we’ll dock in Vis and have lunch. Vis is truly unique in comparison to other Adriatic islands. Being an important strategic military stronghold for a long time, Vis was spared the excessive tourist development and thus retained its unspoilt beaches, ecological agriculture and traditional architecture. Enjoy the afternoon exploring the town of Vis, its picturesque stone streets, pristine beaches and fine taverns. For all who are interested we will organize optional Vis Island excursion ending in Komiža, a stunning fishermen’s village where you will have free time to have dinner in one of cosy restaurants. Overnight in Vis.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Blue Cave Entrance (weather permitting)
# Optional: Vis Island Tour

DAY 5 • WEDNESDAY: KORČULA (B,L)
We start our day with morning departure towards the island of Korčula. We shall stop for a swim before lunch and in the afternoon arrive to Korčula town, on Korčula Island. Korčula is a city known as a birthplace of Marko Polo, the famous explorer. Our English speaking guide will do Korčula City tour, and walk us through narrow and cobbled streets. The rest of the evening is free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight in Korčula.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Korcula

DAY 6 • THURSDAY: Mljet NP – SLANO (B,L)
Morning cruise to Mljet Island, where you’ll be free to explore National Park Mljet (entrance fees are not included), to walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit The Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery dating from the 12th century and, of course, take a swim in the heart of this pristine National Park. Lunch will be served onboard as we continue our cruise to Slano, where we shall arrive in the afternoon. Slano is one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beach, dense pine forest and olive groves, a long cultural tradition and numerous historical monuments. Overnight in Slano.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Mljet National Park Entrance

DAY 7 • FRIDAY: DUBROVNIK (B,L)
In the morning we’ll depart for Dubrovnik, along the Elaphite islands, where we’ll have a short swim stop and lunch. Upon arrival to Dubrovnik, our own English speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. We’ll visit the historical centre of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage Site, where our guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. Following the city tour you will be left on your own to explore Dubrovnik, visit famous City Walls or take a cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. Return coach transfer is scheduled in the evening. You can return on your own if you prefer to stay later in town. Learn why Dubrovnik is known around the world as “The Pearl of Adriatic”. Overnight in Dubrovnik
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

DAY 8 • SATURDAY: DUBROVNIK (B)
It is time to say farewell to all your new friends after having breakfast. Disembarkation 09.00am. Passengers who need to depart later can leave their bags on the boat if required after leaving their cabin by 09.00am.
# Included: Breakfast onboard

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, WD-Welcome Dinner
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NB: You might end up with twin beds, even if you request a double.
Itinerary subject to changes for safety due to any adverse weather events.
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