Deluxe Cruise Trogir (Split) to Dubrovnik and return to Trogir on MS Equator 7nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age cruise, though usually clients are more couples or small groups ranging from 35-65yrs. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use. No triple cabins.

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/equator/

Same cruise; different ship:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/159/deluxe-cruise-split-to-split-on-ms-adriatica-7nts/

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Trogir to Bol, Hvar, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Pucisca, Split and back to Trogir

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights cruise from Trogir to Dubrovnik and back to Trogir
• Cabin with private bathroom, air conditioning & LCD TV
• Arrival/departure shared transfer from airport to the port and back
• Professional Cruise Manager throughout
• Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek
• Luggage handling
• Free Wi-Fi on board

Meals Included:
• Welcome Dinner with 3 courses
• Captain's Dinner with 3 courses
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 6 lunches, all with 3 courses and salad bar
• Complimentary regular coffee and tea available all day
• Complimentary fresh fruits available daily
• Drinking water dispenser
• Wine tasting in Korčula

Sightseeing and Tours Included:
• Locally Guided City Walking Tours of Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik
• Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park
• Whisper technology enhanced touring (headsets)
• Daily swim stops (weather permitting)

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port tax €60 pp / week - obligatory (pay onboard)
• Drinks on board, extra meals, specialty teas/coffees
• Tips or gratuities
• Transfers to/from accommodation

ITINERARY:
Arrive anytime during the day, first overnight is in port. Check-in to your cabin from 14.00hrs. If your flight arrives earlier, you may leave your luggage on the ship and come back at 14.00hrs when your cabin is ready. We request that passengers already in Trogir or Split not arrive before 14.00hrs if at all possible, as the Crew are busy with the cleaning and provisioning in the short time they have from 09.00hrs when previous passengers vacate their cabins and 14.00hrs when they need to be ready for your arrival. If you need somewhere to store your bags prior to embarkation, there are numerous private ‘left luggage’ kiosks at the port available for a small fee.

Day 1: TROGIR (near SPLIT) - Embarkation (WD)
Welcome to Croatia! Embarkation officially begins at 14:00hrs, but if your flight arrives earlier you can leave your bags on the boat until your cabin is ready and take a walk around this historic city. If you are arriving to the airport today, you can take advantage of our shared transfers from Split Airport to the cruise port. If you are already in Split, taxis, uber and buses are all available to get you to the port. If you are in Trogir Old Town area you can usually walk to the cruise port. After check-in starts at 2pm, get settled in your cabin before before dinner. Tonight, enjoy our Welcome Reception followed by your Welcome Dinner this evening. Overnight in Trogir port.
# 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)
In the morning sail towards Bol on Brac Island, where you will sail pass one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing direction due to the ocean currents. If the weather permits, enjoy a swim stop along the way to Hvar as well as lunch onboard. Arrive in Hvar Town, a hot spot for travellers from around the world. Enjoy a guided tour of the charming town, seeing the Renaissance cathedral and the Arsenal with theatre built on its first floor, the oldest community theatre in Europe. Your evening is then free to discover this cosmopolitan port town offering trendy bars mixed with Venetian architecture and plenty of restaurants.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Hvar

• 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.

Day 3 to MLJET ISLAND (B, L)
Depart for the island of Mljet to explore its stunning National Park and see many species of birds, and the two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). During your visit, you may join your Cruise Manager for a stroll or alternatively, explore on your own by hiring a bike, scooter or kayak! There is also a boat ride to St. Mary Isle to visit an ancient Benedictine monastery and the 12th century Church of St. Mary. Overnight in Mljet.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Entrance to Mljet National Park, with guided tour

Day 4 to DUBROVNIK (B, L)
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lunch will be served on board as you cruise along the picturesque coastline and into Gruz harbour where you will arrive in the afternoon. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the magnificent Old Town with a panoramic bus ride above the Old Town. After the panoramic view, we will arrive at the historical centre of Dubrovnik, walk through STRADUN – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, you will be left 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, take a boat ride to Lokrum island or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Return to the ship at Gruz Harbour at your leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Day 5 to KORČULA (Wine tasting) (B, L, T)
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swimming stop, if weather permits, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, thought to be the 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.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Wine tasting in Korcula
# Included: Walking Tour of Korcula

Day 6 to Pucisca, BRAC (B, L, CD)
A relaxing morning as you cruise to the island of Brac, enjoying lunch and a swim stop in one of the coves before reaching the town of Pucisca. Nestled in a beautiful bay, Pucisca is surrounded by stone quarries that yield some of the whitest and best quality limestone in the world. This sought after snow-white stone is used in such structures as the façade of the White House, Budapest's Parliament Building and other well known landmarks. There is the option to visit the only Croatian Stonemasonry school. Its students carve sculptures from Brac limestone, applying traditional and unconventional tools that have been used here for centuries. Tonight gather onboard for the Captain's dinner!
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Captain’s Dinner onboard

Day 7 to Split, then TROGIR (B, L)
Today we head back to Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits. Lunch onboard. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split to take a walking tour of the historic inner city 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. Then enjoy some free time before continuing to the UNESCO-listed city of Trogir. Overnight in Trogir port.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Split

Day 8 TROGIR - 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. Departure transfer to Split Airport included upon request. For those who have pre-booked the included airport transfer, the Cruise Manager will let you know the exact departure time during the week while you are onboard. If you need to leave early you can do so anytime from 5am. Taxis, buses and uber are readily available if you are staying in Trogir or nearby Split. Split port has the main bus/coach and train stations. Happy travels and we hope to see you again soon!
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Shared Transfer to Split Airport (must be requested in advance)

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, WD-Welcome Dinner, CD-Captain's Dinner, T-Tasting
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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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