• Activity Level:  1
  • Comfort:  4
  • Departs From: Dubrovnik
  • Location: Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korcula, Vis, Hvar, Šolta, Split
  • Duration: 8 days
  • Availability: SATURDAYS, June - October
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8 days from Dubrovnik, Okuklje (Mljet), Polace (Mljet), Korcula, Vis, Pakleni Island/Hvar, Maslinica (Šolta), Split

Sail one-way from Dubrovnik to Split with a small group of like-minded travellers

Itinerary

Spend 7 days sailing Croatia, island-hopping across the stunning Adriatic! Our route from Dubrovnik to Split includes the vibrant islands of Hvar and Korčula, the peaceful national park Mljet and magical islands in between. We stop in secluded bays for swim breaks and exploring the hidden gems that are only accessible by boat. The itinerary is the Croatian 'tasting plate' of the Dalmatian, showcasing all sides of Croatians coastal and island's beauty, culture and hospitality. Explore the old fortified towns of Dubrovnik and Korčula, swim in the crystal clear waters in the Mljet National Park, cycle around the lake, go on a wine or military tour on the island of Vis and enjoy sunset cocktails on the cosmopolitan island of Hvar. Switch off and relax as we spend leisurely days at sea navigating some of the Adriatic's more remote islands as we sail Croatia. Learn how to sail, or just spend afternoons lazing on your yacht before wandering secluded villages as we take our time to show you another side of Croatia.

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ITINERARY AND INCLUSIONS:
8 days from Dubrovnik, Lopud, Okuklje (Mljet), Polace (Mljet), Korcula, Vis, Pakleni Island / Hvar, Maslinica (Šolta) and to Split


INCLUDED:
• We offer the most inclusions and the best value for money!
• You're greeted with Champagne upon arrival
• Half board: your hostess will prepare your breakfast & lunch (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches), natural water, tea and coffee
• Bring-Your-Own (BYO) alcohol
• Seven days/nights accommodation on your luxury private yacht: Oceanis 48
• Full gay-friendly crew: Skipper and host / hostess. Learn how to sail or test your skills with your qualified skipper
• All your onboard costs included: Your weekly marina & port fees, Fuel, Final cleaning fee, Tourism taxes. No hidden charges or 'departure taxes'
• We have 2 sets of snorkelling gear onboard for your use
• Wifi (4G unlimited data)
• 3 crew members (skipper, hostess and yoga instructor)
• Yoga mats, blocks and straps
• Morning yoga and evening guided meditation

NOT INCLUDED:
• Transfers
• Entrance to the National Parks
• Dinners, alcohol and mixers and any other personal extras
• Tips / restaurant dinners for the crew
• Beach towels (please BYO)
• Travel insurance

ITINERARY:
Check in begins at 15:00. Passengers who arrive earlier can leave their bags on board until their cabin is ready. Ship leaves port at 15:30 sharp, so late arrivals are not possible.


Day 1 (Sat) Dubrovnik - Okukje (Mljet) - Departure 15.30hrs
You will join the boat at 15:00 and get ready for a 15:30 departure. We sail to Lopud for a swim stop, then onto to Okukje (Mljet), where you will experience the hidden fishing village and be welcomed by the local hospitality and settle in for your first night. Dine with the rest of the group at the hosting restaurant and enjoy the evening here. Overnight in Okukje.
Afternoon sail to Okukje
Learn to sail (if you wish)
Arrive in port (spare time)
Boat stays berthed in the marina, so you have full walk-on, walk-off access

Day 2 (Sun) Okukje (Mljet) - Polače (Mljet) (B, L)
We set sail for the island of Mljet and the National Park. Once inside the park, we'll drop anchor for lunch and your swim. This is heaven. We'll park the boat outside our favourite restaurant, where you can pre-order your dinner before cycling around the lake. This is bliss. Once back at the boat after your afternoon, the restaurant is literally just a few steps away, so you can sit back and soak up the atmosphere on the island and enjoy the sunset. Dine with the rest of the group at the hosting restaurant and enjoy the evening here. Overnight in Polače.
Sail to swim stop in National Park & lunch on board
Berth boat outside restaurant
Spare time to explore the National Park, swim, cycle the lake or enjoy the boat
Boat stays berthed in the marina, so you have full walk-on, walk-off access

Day 3 (Mon) Polače (Mljet) - Korčula (B, L)
We have a leisurely day ahead of us to get to Korčula. We'll stop along the way for a swim stop and lunch. After lunch we're back on track for the old fortified town of Korčula, the home of Marco Polo. Once in Korčula, you can wander the streets in the old town, find a sunset bar for the best set in the house and explore the many restaurants the town has to offer. Dine at a local restaurant of your choice and enjoy the evening here. After dinner there are always performers playing a selection of live music on the street, for a true alfresco experience. Overnight in Korčula.
Sail to swim stop & lunch on board
Sail to Korčula, arrival approx 3pm
Explore the town, sunset drinks and restaurant dinner
Enjoy the alfresco entertainment on the streets of the town
Boat stays berthed in the marina, so you have full walk-on, walk-off access

Day 4 (Tue) Korčula – Vis (B, L)
We'll have an early breakfast and set sail for the amazing islands of Vis. Weather permitting, we'll go to Šcedro for a swim stop and lunch. Once on the dock in Vis, you're free to come and go and treat the boat as your base. You can hire an old VW Beetle or scooter and explore the island and drive down to Komiza at the other end of the island. Dinner on Vis is a true pleasure with more choices than you can shake a stick at. Dine at a local restaurant of your choice and enjoy the evening here. Overnight in Vis.
Sail to swim stop (Šcedro - weather permitting) & lunch on board
Sail to Vis town to berth on town quay
Spare time, explore the island on scooters/car hire, shopping etc. Or you can do an excursion to the Blue Cave.
Night cap on the boat and watch shooting stars. Night club open for anyone wanting to dance
Boat stays berthed in the marina, so you have full walk-on, walk-off access

Day 5 (Wed) Vis - Hvar / Pakleni Islands (water-taxi to Hvar Town for the afternoon/evening) (B, L)
After your hostess has prepared your breakfast, you'll set sail for your first day stop and swim. We'll drop anchor and you can swim in the crystal clear water and let the sun kiss your body as you relax into the island-hopping experience. We will sail to Pakleni Island, where we'll stay for the evening. You can swim in the bay around the boat, explore the island and the trendy cocktail bar before taking a water taxi to Hvar for sunset drinks, an amazing selection of restaurants and a wonderful Old Town to explore. Dine at a local restaurant of your choice and enjoy the evening here. Water-taxi back to the yacht. Overnight in Vinogradse Bay.
Sail to swim stop & lunch on board
Sail to Pakleni Island
Berthed on mooring ball for the evening
Swim & leisure time
Water taxi to Hvar for sunset drinks, dinner and dancing
Boat is moored in bay, so you will be taking a water taxi to and from Hvar
Last water-taxi back to boat is 4am

Day 6 (Thu) Hvar / (Pakleni Islands) – Maslinica (Šolta) (B, L)
We have a leisurely day ahead of us to get to Maslinisa. We'll stop along the way for a swim stop and lunch. After lunch we're back on track for the old fishing village of Maslinica. The village is a relaxing town which offers a selection of local bars and restaurants, including an amazing sunset vista over a cluster of islands - it’s a wonderful way to bring your trip to a close. Dine at a local restaurant of your choice and enjoy the evening here. Overnight in Maslinica.
Sail to swim stop & lunch on board
Sail to Šolta Island
Berthed in a marina for the evening
Leisure time
Boat stays berthed in the marina, so you have full walk-on, walk-off access

Day 7 (Fri) Maslinica (Šolta) – Split (Marina Kaštela) (B, L)
On our final sailing day, we make way for Split, stopping for our usual swim and lunch in the ‘Blue Lagoon’. We'll arrive in Split with enough time to refresh yourself and head into the Old Town to wander the streets, take in a walking town, sunset drinks along the promenade or enjoy live music in the town square. Dinner time in Split is always a difficult choice, as there are so many amazing restaurants to choose from. Dine at a local restaurant of your choice and enjoy the evening here. Overnight in Split.
Sail to swim stop & lunch on board
Sail to Split, spare time to explore the fortified old town, walk the old town's walls or enjoy a sunset cocktail as the sun goes down on your sailing holiday for the last night
Boat stays berthed in the marina, so you have full walk-on, walk-off access

Day 8 (Sat) Split (Disembark 8am) (B)
It's time to say goodbye. Check out time is at 8am. Light breakfast and 8am disembarkation.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch
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Frequently Asked Questions

Check out our specific FAQ pages here:

Before You Go - General Croatia Info (general info for all travellers)

Croatia Cruise FAQ - General Cruise Info (for all small ship Croatia cruises)

Croatia Island Hopping Tour FAQ - General Info (packages combining hotels, ferries and transfers)

Before Your Private Charter - General Yacht and Gulet Charter Info (private charters)

 

Click here to see how the booking process works: https://discovercroatia.com.au/booking-process-how-to-book/

How far in advance do I need to book?

Cruises: For our weekly small ship cruises with guaranteed departures we suggest you book as soon as your plans are in motion. All cruises are extremely popular especially during peak season, which is June, July, August, September and these dates can be booked out up to a year in advance, especially September. One-way cruises are particularly sought-after and tend to sell out first, so please speak to us first to ensure your cruise choice is available before booking any flight arrangements.

Escorted Tours: Escorted Group Tours with guaranteed departures are also best booked as early as possible to ensure your place on the tour, as spaces are limited to a set number of passengers. Once the tour is full that departure is closed for new bookings.

Island Hopping, Self-Drive, Self-Guided Cycling/Hiking and Independent or Private Tours: Independent tours are available most days of the week at any time of year, so if you're booking late these are a great option. They can also start or finish on any day of the week, so can be a great alternative to the cruises (that mostly depart only on Saturdays). You can check out our Island Hopper Tours and our active tours for some examples. If you can't find what you are looking for please make an enquiry on any of our tours and let us know what you need. We love creating custom tours with our clients.

What do the different ship categories mean?

Please see our Ship Descriptions page here, for all the information on Ship Categories, Deck and Cabin Descriptions.

 

What is half-board? What meals are included?

Half-board (HB): This means that 2 meals a day are usually provided, mostly it will be breakfast and lunch on cruises, and breakfast and dinner on escorted tours. Each cruise or tour will have meals listed on the daily itinerary, so that you will know exactly which meals are included. Some lunches or dinners are swapped occasionally, so that you may enjoy a wonderful gourmet experience with your fellow travellers, such as a Captain's Dinner on a cruise, or a wine-tasting and lunch on an escorted tour. For the remainder of your meals you will be able to dine anywhere you choose and you will be responsible for the cost of those meals. Your Cruise or Tour Director will be happy to recommend a good value and trusted eatery nearby at every location, or you can explore on your own.

Bed and Breakfast (BB): This means that only breakfast is included in your holiday. Most of our Independent Tours include breakfast only, so that you are not beholden to going back to your hotel for lunch or dinner as you are going to be exploring on your own. We think that flexibility with lunch and dinner gives you the best option for exploring Croatia and experiencing the local culture and cuisine.

Full-board (FB) is occasionally offered on cruises as an optional extra, but we do not recommend you take the full-board option unless you are really sure about it. A lot of the joy of the cruise and tour experiences is to dine in local restaurants, 'konobas' (traditional pubs) and bars, so that you can meet the people who live and work there. Why come all the way to Croatia only to eat on-board for every meal? There are so many fabulous (and even some famous!) eateries. Get out there and taste them!

 

What type of transport is used on the Island Hopper Tours? Local ferries and vehicle transfers

Local ferries: Local ferries are used between the mainland and the islands where possible. Most of these ferries are fast ferries (high speed catamarans). Our Island Hopper Tours include all ferry tickets, as well as delivery of the ferry tickets to your hotel, when we come to pick you up to take you to the ferry port. In some towns, where some hotels are in the pedestrian zone close to the ferry port (like Hvar), then you will be met at the ferry and directed to your hotel, with luggage assistance if required. If your hotel is outside the pedestrian zone you will be met at the ferry and taken to your transfer vehicle, with luggage assistance if required.

Transfers: Most Island Hoppers have private airport transfers included, and private transfers to/from the ferry ports on the islands. Some transfers will be shared transfers if there are others going to the exact same hotel at the same time and it is a short distance.

How fit do I need to be for my holiday?

Relaxation/cultural cruises and tours: On-board your cruise ship, you will need to be able to negotiate gangways and stairs and be able to step from ship to ship as the cruise ships are moored next to each other sideways and sometimes you need to step across to the next ship. You will be walking mostly on the cobblestone streets through the iconic cities and towns of the region. The excursions are best-suited to those who are capable of walking on uneven surfaces as many old cities and towns have limited totally flat surfaces that can accommodate wheelchairs or walking-frames. Please contact us to ask about your specific circumstances, as we are happy to help plan for your needs as best we can. Assistance will be provided on cruise ships to help you navigate getting on and off, but there are a few limitations. Please ask.

Cycling tours: Although almost completely flat this cycle tour is graded easy to moderate as the daily distance ranges between approximately 15-50 km. You will be biking mostly on the dedicated cycle paths alongside canals, rivers and through the iconic cities and towns of the region. This tour is well-suited to those who have never taken a cycling holiday before as it is flat and predominantly traffic-free and you also have the option of skipping the cycling and relaxing on board.

What happens if I can't attend an excursion?

It is possible to relax at your hotel, on the tour bus or on the boat at any time.

What happens if I can't cycle or hike a stage on an active holiday?

For cycling cruises: If you don't want to cycle it is possible to relax on the boat as it moves to the next port of call.

For cycling and hiking tours: If you don't want to (or can't due to illness or injury) cycle, hike or walk a stage, then we will make arrangements to have you transferred to the next stop on your itinerary so that you can continue with your holiday. Prices for transfers vary widely, so pricing will be provided on an 'as needed' basis only.

What equipment do I need?

Relaxation/excursion cruises and tours: You will need comfortable walking shoes, clothes for relaxing, your swimming costume, and a sunhat. Most cruises are fairly relaxed and casual clothing is fine for all meals, though you may want to take one nice outfit depending on where you wish to dine onshore.

Cycling cruises and tours: You will need comfortable sports shoes, comfortable clothes for cycling, waterproof jacket and trousers, a helmet and a sunhat. We supply a detailed packing list with your information pack.

If you have any questions, just give us a call or email:

Call us or WhatsApp: +612-9212-1507
Email us: [email protected]

 

 

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Itinerary

  • Day 1 (Sat) Dubrovnik - Okukje (Mljet) - Departure 15.30hrs
  • Day 2 (Sun) Okukje (Mljet) - Polače (Mljet) (B, L)
  • Day 3 (Mon) Polače (Mljet) - Korčula (B, L)
  • Day 4 (Tue) Korčula – Vis (B, L)
  • Day 5 (Wed) Vis - Hvar / Pakleni Islands (water-taxi to Hvar Town for the afternoon/evening) (B, L)
  • Day 6 (Thu) Hvar / (Pakleni Islands) – Maslinica (Šolta) (B, L)
  • Day 7 (Fri) Maslinica (Šolta) – Split (Marina Kaštela) (B, L)
  • Day 8 (Sat) Split (Disembark 8am) (B)