Deluxe Cruise Dubrovnik to Split (Trogir) on MS Mama Marija II 7nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

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PLEASE NOTE UPDATED ITINERARY DUBROVNIK TO TROGIR
(with free transfer to Split after the cruise)

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SHIP INFO AND PHOTOS: 'MS MAMA MARIJA II'
https://discovercroatia.com.au/ships/mama-marija-2/

All Deluxe Ships:
• All cabins have ensuites and individually controlled air-conditioning.
• All cabins are 'outside' cabins with some natural light, but not all windows can be opened.

• Lower Deck Cabins: internally opening doors and high up, small ‘porthole’ (sealed) windows.
Air-con / fan must be kept running for ventilation in all Lower Deck cabins.

• Main Deck Cabins: most have external doors and/or windows that can be opened for fresh air;
however, some at the front of the ship may have internal doors and very large (sealed) windows that let in lots of light, but no fresh air.

Same cruise, opposite direction (alternating weeks):
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/133/deluxe-cruise-split-dubrovnik-on-ms-mama-marija-2/
Similar cruise, different ship:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/11/deluxe-cruise-dubrovnik-to-split-on-ms-ambassador/

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Open-age cruise. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use. No triple cabins.

Pack light—just a few T-shirts and a swimsuit are all you need for seven unforgettable days sailing the southern Adriatic, hopping from island to island. Relax as the captain and crew handle everything. Spend your days swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, and exploring the Adriatic’s underwater world. Evenings are yours to enjoy local cuisine or explore historical sites.

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

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights cruise in an air-conditioned cabin with ensuite
• English-speaking Cruise Manager
• 7 crew members
• Bath towels & linen changed mid-week
• Beach towel use (1pp/week)
• 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 Reception and Dinner with three course meal
• Captain’s Dinner with live music
• Buffet breakfast daily
• 6 lunches with three courses
• Drinking water dispenser at disposal daily
• Tea and coffee machine at disposal daily
• Complimentary fresh fruit available daily

Sightseeing and Tours Included:
• Professional English-speaking Local Guide for all City Tours
• City Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town with return coach transfer (panoramic photo stop included)
• City Tours of Korčula, Hvar, Trogir and Split
• Blue Cave Entrance fee (weather permitting)
• Wireless headset system for walking tours

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port Tax €50 per person / week (pay onboard) - obligatory
• Specialty teas/coffees and other beverages
• Gratuities, tips or any other expense of personal nature
• Transfers to/from the ship

# Optional Excursions (book and pay onboard):
• Mljet National Park Entrance fee: ~ €25pp
• Ston Town: ~ €25pp min 20 pax (including Kastio tower and Ston city walls)
• Vis Island Tour: ~ €25pp min 20 pax

ITINERARY:
Arrive anytime during the day, first overnight is in port. If you arrive early, you may leave your luggage on the ship until your cabin is ready. Check-in to your cabin from 14.00hrs.

DAY 1 • DUBROVNIK - Embarkation (WD)
Your ship will be docked in Dubrovnik Gruž Harbour where you can board during the entire day. Passengers arriving early can leave luggage onboard until their cabin is ready at 2pm. If you arrive early today, you can catch an uber or bus into the Old Town and perhaps do the City Walls Walk (which can take an hour or two) or take the scenic cable car ride to the top of Mount Srđ with its stunning 360° vista. Our Welcome meeting will start at 7:00pm where you will be introduced by our Cruise Director to the Captain, our Crew and of course your fellow passengers. Welcome Dinner will be served at 7:30pm. Overnight onboard in Dubrovnik, Gruz Harbour port.
# Included: Welcome Dinner onboard ~19.00hrs

DAY 2 • DUBROVNIK Morning Tour, then to SLANO (B, L)
After breakfast our English-speaking Local Guide and coach will pick us up at the pier. We’ll visit the historical centre of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik, known as “The Pearl of Adriatic”. After the walking tour you’ll be left on your own to explore for a short while. The return coach transfer from the Old Town back to the ship is scheduled for around 12.00hrs (exact time/place given on the day). Lunch is served onboard as we sail northwards for Slano, with a swim stop along the way. Slano is one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beaches, dense pine forest and olive groves, a long cultural tradition and numerous historical monuments. The evening is free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight in Slano port.
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Optional Tour (min 20pax): Late afternoon excursion to Ston. City tour and entrance to Kastio tower and City walls included. After the guided tour enjoy some free time in Ston. Perhaps walk the walls or visit one of the family owned restaurants to taste their famous oysters. Then head back to the ship at the scheduled time.

DAY 3 • to Mljet NP, then KORČULA (B, L)
We start our day with morning departure towards the Mljet National Park. You will have just enough time to explore park, to walk around the Great and Small Lake and Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery from the 12th century and, of course, to take a swim in the salt lake in the heart of National Park. Lunch onboard as we cruise toward the island of Korčula. In the afternoon arrive to Korčula town, on Korčula Island, 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 Historical Town port.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Korcula
# Optional: Mljet National Park Entrance Fee

DAY 4 • to VIS (B, L)
In the morning we’ll cruise to the Island of Vis, with lunch on board and a swim stop en route. Arrival to Vis is scheduled for the afternoon. Compared to other Adriatic islands, Vis is rather unique. Being an important strategic military stronghold for centuries, Vis was spared the excessive tourist development and thus retained its unspoilt beaches, ecological agriculture and traditional architecture. Enjoy the afternoon on your own exploring the town of Vis, its picturesque stone streets, pristine beaches and fine taverns. There are plenty of restaurants in Vis town where the ship will be docked. Overnight in Vis Town port.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Optional Tour (min 20pax): Vis Island Tour: Vis Island excursion for the afternoon, ending in Komiža, a stunning fishermen’s village, with free time to have dinner in one of cosy restaurants before the return transfer to the ship.

DAY 5 • to the Blue Cave, then HVAR TOWN (B, L)
Today is cruise to Island Bisevo with its Blue cave. The cave has its own natural entrance which is located below sea level, which required that it visitors dive deeply only to resurface into the cave’s mysterious blue depths. This natural phenomenon creates a magical effect of deep blue and shiny silver, mystifying her visitors. However, sometimes high waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something we shall not know before the morning designated for our visit. In case we can‘t enter Blue Cave due to such sea conditions, you will get a full ticket refund. After swim stop and 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 afternoon arrival at Hvar, a local English speaking 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 Historical Town port.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Included: Blue Cave Entrance (weather permitting)
# Included: Walking Tour of Hvar

DAY 6 • to Bol, then MILNA (B, L, CD)
In the morning we’ll cruise towards Bol, a place best known for its beach of Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), which regularly hits the top lists of the most beautiful European beaches. Once we stop in Bol, you can enjoy simple pleasures such as taking a walk around this nice little Dalmatian town, perhaps having a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served on board. After lunch we’ll continue cruising towards Milna. Milna is a charming seaside village on the island of Brač, known for its beautiful stone houses and peaceful atmosphere. It features a lovely natural harbor, crystal-clear sea and a relaxed Mediterranean vibe. With its quiet bays and authentic Dalmatian charm, Milna is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the beauty of the Adriatic. On this evening we'll have the Captain's Dinner onboard. Overnight in Milna on Brac.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Included: Captain's Dinner onboard with live music

DAY 7 • to Split, then TROGIR (B, L)
In the morning we'll sail out for Split, our last port on this cruise, with a swim stop along the way. Upon arrival our English speaking guide will do a Split City tour, walking us through the world famous Diocletian’s Palace. Over 1700 years old, Split abounds with cultural and historical sights, lots of them situated within the Split’s historical nucleus which has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List ever since 1979. After lunch we’ll continue cruising towards Trogir, another city inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, arriving there during afternoon. This town - museum is literally packed with palaces, churches, monasteries and towers. A professional English speaking guide will take us for a city tour of Trogir. Afterwards, you’ll have some time on your own, free to explore. Overnight in Trogir.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Split
# Included: Walking Tour of Trogir

DAY 8 • TROGIR (or SPLIT) - Disembarkation (B)
One final breakfast onboard. After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye to the Crew and all your new friends! You must vacate your cabin by 09.00hrs. If you need to leave early you can do so anytime from 5am. We will organize a complimentary coach transfer from Trogir Port to Split at 09:00 hours for guests who have further plans in Split.The transfer will drop you at the Main Bus Station in Split (at the Split Ferry Port and near to the Old Town). Split port has the main bus/coach and train stations. There are plenty of storage kiosks around if you are departing later and need somewhere to store your luggage. Happy travels and we hope to see you again soon!
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Free transfer to Split Port / Old Town at 09.00hrs

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, WD-Welcome Dinner, CD-Captain’s 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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Notes: Ships Ambassador and MM2 are very similar so the cruise company reserves the right to switch the ship in case of charter. Notification will be sent at least 60 days before departure.
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