Cruise/Tour Combo: Trogir-Dbk-Trogir Cruise 7nts and 3nts Split-Venice Tour - 10nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age cruise/tour combo, though passengers are usually small groups or couples ranging from 35-65yrs. Double/twin cabins on Upper, Main and Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a whole cabin for solo occupancy.

For this trip all you will need is a few T-shirts and a swimming costume to spend seven unforgettable days sailing on the southern Adriatic Sea from one island to another. Relax and let the Captain and his crew take care of you. During the day you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and explore the underworld of the Adriatic Sea. The evenings you have free to find a good restaurant or discover historical monuments.

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

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
11 days from Trogir to Bol, Hvar, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Korčula, Pucisca, Split, Trogir, Plitvice NP, Opatija, Postojna and to Venice

INCLUDED:
• Arrival shared transfer from Split Airport to Trogir port
• 7-nights accommodation onboard in a cabin with private bathroom, A/C and LCD TV
• Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek during cruise
• Luggage handling (1pc pp)
• Free Wi-Fi onboard cruise
• English-speaking Cruise Manager onboard
• English-speaking Tour Escort throughout for land portion
• Air-conditioned motorcoach throughout land portion
• 1 night in hotel in Opatija, and 2 nights in hotel in Venice
• Hotel taxes

Meals Included:
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 6 lunches all with 3 courses and salad bar during cruise
• Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Dinner during cruise
• Water dispenser during cruise
• Complimentary coffee, tea and fresh fruits available daily
• 1 dinner at Hotel
• Farewell dinner in Venice
• Wine tasting in Korčula

Sightseeing and Tours Included:
• Local guide for sightseeing tours of Plitvice Lakes National Park, Postojna Cave, Venice
• Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Postojna cave, Glassblowing factory Venice
• City tours of Hvar, Dubrovnik, Korčula and Split
• Bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to the Old Town Dubrovnik for sightseeing
• Entrance to Mljet National Park accompanied by Cruise Manager
• Whisper technology enhanced touring (headsets)

Hotels:
• OPATIJA: GH Adriatic or similar
• VENICE: Principe Hotel, Amadeus Hotel or similar

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port tax 60 EUR pp/week (obligatory) - pay onboard
• Drinks, extra meals
• All other entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
• Free Airport shared Arrival Transfer on days other than start day
• Departure transfer in Venice

ITINERARY:
Embarkation and entry to your cabin from 14.00hrs. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your bags at a local luggage kiosk until your cabin is ready. First overnight in port, late arrivals possible. If you arrive early you can walk around Trogir and enjoy the many cafes and restaurants.

Day 1: TROGIR - Embarkation 14.00hrs (WR, D)
If you are arriving by plane today, you can take advantage of our shared transfers from Split airport to Trogir port during the day. Embarkation onto the ship starts at 14:00hrs. Get settled in your cabin this afternoon before attending a Welcome Reception to introduce the Crew, followed by a Welcome Dinner onboard to get to know your fellow passengers.
# Included: Welcome Reception (around 19.00hrs), followed by Welcome Dinner
# Included: Shared Transfer from Split Airport (must be requested in advance)

Day 2: to Bol, then to HVAR Island (B, L)
Morning sail towards Bol on Brač Island, where you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing its shape due to the ocean currents. Swim stop if weather permits. Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Hvar on the island of Hvar a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture, and a favourite holiday destination for international celebrities. During a walking tour, visit the many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above the town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Your evening is free in Hvar. You can explore more and dine on your own in one of the many restaurants in town.
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Hvar harbor (during peak season) port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Hvar.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Hvar Town

Day 3: to MLJET ISLAND (B, L, T)
In the morning head further south to the Island of Mljet. 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) and join the boat ride to St. Mary Island. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Spend the night in Mljet.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Captain’s Dinner onboard
# Included: Entrance Fee to Mljet National Park

Day 4: to DUBROVNIK (B, L)
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a famous UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical centre of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, you will be on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, 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. Return to the ship at your leisure after exploring the town. Uber, buses and taxis are readily available. Overnight onboard in Dubrovnik, Gruz Harbour.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Day 5: to KORCULA (B, L, WT)
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, and birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. Evening is free to explore the town on your own. Overnight in Korcula Town.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Korcula Town
# Included: Wine Tasting in Korcula

Day 6: to PUCISCA (B, L, CD)
Our journey continues towards Pučišća. Lunch onboard and enjoy a swim in one of Brač’s many lovely coves and bays, if weather permits. The town of Pučišća is situated on the island of Brač, village of the stone sculpture, where you can visit amazing stonemason school (optional). Enjoy our relaxed Captain’s Dinner onboard this evening. Overnight in Pučišća.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Captain’s Dinner onboard
# Optional: Stonemasonry tour

Day 7: to Split, then to TROGIR (B, L)
In the morning, we set sail to Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, and lunch on board. Upon arrival in Split, you will enjoy a walking tour of the historic inner city that takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. After visiting Split set sail to the UNESCO-listed city of Trogir 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 Your time here is free to explore on your own. Overnight in Trogir.
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Split harbour (due to reconstruction) we will sail directly to the port of Trogir. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Split town.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Split Old Town

Day 8: Disembarkation, then to Plitvice Lakes, then to OPATIJA (B, D)
After breakfast it’s time to disembark and bid our crew farewell. We journey north by motorcoach for a visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Plitvice, we walk around several of the lower lakes. The Park is a natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After our visit, we motor on to Opatija and once settled into our rooms, we enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Opatija.
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Plitvice Lower Lakes Entrance fee

Day 9: to Postojna Cave, then to VENICE (B, D)
After breakfast, we travel to Slovenia and visit the unique and beautiful Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. We tour this wondrous subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, we drive to Venice. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure until you gather for Dinner with your Tour Director and traveling companions.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Dinner at hotel
# Included: Postojna Cave Entrance fee

Day 10 Venice, Monday (B)
We began exploring Venice with a boat ride to Murano Island, famous for its artistic glassware. Visit a glassblowing factory, where you will watch a demonstration of traditional Venetian glassblowing by master craftsmen. Then, on to St. Mark’s Square, for the walking tour, viewing the St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and enjoying views of the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop, or join an optional gondola ride.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel
# Included: Murano Glassware Factory tour
# Included: Walking Tour of Venice

Day 11 Venice – departure, Tuesday (B)
Final breakfast at the hotel. If you are departing after the regular check-out time, you can leave your bags with hotel reception. Departure transfers are not included, but you are easily able to book private transfers or join nearby public transport for your onwards journey to your next hotel, train station or the airport.
# Included: Breakfast at hotel

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner, CD=Captain's Dinner
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