• Activity Level:  1
  • Comfort:  4
  • Departs From: Dubrovnik
  • Location: Dubrovnik, Ston, Mljet, Korcula, Hvar, Vis, Split
  • Duration: 8 days - CANX
  • Availability: CANCELLED FROM 2022
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    Cancelled from 2022 onwards. Please see our other cruise listings for One-Way from Dubrovnik to Split cruises (link below)
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8 days from Dubrovnik, Slano (Ston), Mljet, Korcula Town, Pucisca (Brac), (Hvar Town), Vis, Sibenik, Krka, Skradin and to Split

Cancelled from 2022 onwards. Please see our other cruise listings for One-Way from Dubrovnik to Split cruises (link below):

https://discovercroatia.com.au/cruises/one-way/?departs=Dubrovnik

Itinerary

Cancelled from 2022 onwards. Please see our other cruise listings for One-Way from Dubrovnik to Split cruises (link below):

https://discovercroatia.com.au/cruises/one-way/?departs=Dubrovnik





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Previous Itinerary 2022 (cancelled from 2022 onwards):
8 days from Dubrovnik, Slano (Ston), Mljet National Park, Korcula Town, Pucisca (Brac), (Hvar Town), Vis, Sibenik, Krka National Park, Skradin and to Split

Adults only cruise, though usually clients are more couples, mature solo travellers or small groups ranging from 35-75yrs. Double/twin cabins on Upper, Main and Lower Deck on this ship. Triple cabins are a queen bed and single bed. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use with a solo use supplement. Our prices include the Walking Tour Package of 6 towns.

INCLUDED:
• 8 days / 7 nights cruise
• Cruise port Arrival transfer from Dubrovnik airport or accommodation on the start day of the cruise
• Cruise port Departure transfer to Split airport or accommodation on the finish day of the cruise
• 7 nights accommodation in cabin with ensuite and aircon
• Welcome Dinner
• Captain's Dinner
• Buffet breakfast daily and lunch or dinner (as per itinerary)
• Unlimited drinking water dispenser in restaurant
• Complimentary coffee/tea all day long
• Complimentary fresh fruit all day long
• 9 crew members including a Cruise Manager
• Towels change every second day
• Bed linen change mid-week
• Free Wi/Fi on board
• Excursion Skradin and Trogir (entrance to NP Krka not included)


INCLUDED: Walking Tour Package of 6 tours:
• Walking tour of Dubrovnik – including: guide, transfer
• Walking tour of Korčula – including: guide
• Walking tour of Hvar – including: guide
• Walking tour of Šibenik – including: guide
• Walking tour of Split – including: guide
• Pucisca Stonemasonry School – including: guide, entrance fee

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port Tax €45 per person (to be paid on board - obligatory)
• Beverages other than included (see above)
• Beach towel hire € 7/week
• Entrance to National Park Mljet approx. €15pp (pay by cash kuna or credit card)
• Entrance to National Park Krka River approx. €15pp (pay by cash kuna)
• Gratuities, tips or any other expense of personal nature


# Optional Excursions (available only on spot, pay locally €20-35 euros each/pp)
• Krka National Park – including: guide, entrance fee
• Island of Vis – including: guide, transfer, tasting
• Mljet Island National Park – including: guide, entrance fee


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 : Dubrovnik (WD)
Transfer from your hotel or airport included to Gruz Harbour. Embark at any time after 14:00hrs. If you arrive early you can leave your bags on board until your cabin is ready. Later, over a welcome drink and a snack, meet your Cruise Director and the crew and get acquainted with the rules and safety measures. Your journey begins with a Welcome Dinner onboard and overnight in Dubrovnik.

Day 2 : Dubrovnik - Slano (B, L)
Enjoy a hearty breakfast before joining in an optional guided tour of Dubrovnik Old Town. Surrounded in immense city walls, as if in a universe of its own, the world-famous Gothic and baroque facades line up as you walk the same streets like the cast and crews of the Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Robin Hood. The merchant power equal to the one of Venetian Republic, Dubrovnik was a large seafaring force. Dubrovnik nobility and captains fancied the small town of Slano for their summer estates and you will understand why as soon as you arrive in the afternoon. Explore this quaint seaside settlement on your own or join our optional tour to the town of Ston, known for many things gourmand: potent wines, ancient salt production and succulent oysters and mussels.
• Dubrovnik town tour with a coach transfer – walking tour package

Day 3 : Slano - Mljet National Park - Korčula (B, L)
Breakfasts on board are always served with a view. Enjoy the start of your day before arriving to the green island of Mljet. The national park on the island is the home of two salty lakes connected to the sea via a narrow canal. Nature lovers will get a thrill from hiking or cycling here, possibly even kayaking to the small islet in the center of the lake, charming with its 12th-century Monastery of St. Mary. Alternatively, join our optional excursion – but whatever you do, do not pass on setting foot on Mljet! After a refreshing dip along the way, visit Korčula. You’ll know Korčula was a Venetian stronghold as soon as you lay your eyes on the many lion statues which lurk at you from the town’s facades and gates. The alleged home of the world renowned traveler Marco Polo is bound to charm you whether you explore it on your own or in a walking tour. Overnight in Korčula.
• Korčula walking tour – walking tour package
#Optional excursion: Mljet National Park

Day 4 : Korčula – Pučišća (Brač) (B, L, CD - Captains Dinner)
Morning say goodbye to the easy-going spirit island, and sail to neighboring islands, Brač, known as the homeland of ‘the Croatian marble’. You’ve probably seen this ultra-quality limestone already, perhaps on the front of the White House in Washington DC or Bundestag in Berlin, but the tour to the still-operating stonemasonry school in Pučišća brings a chance to learn more about shaping this stone for eternity. Dinner and overnight Pučišća.
• Stonemasonry School in Pucisca – walking tour package

Day 5 : Pučišća (Brač) – Hvar Town - Vis (B, D)
Enjoy a breakfast with a view and a morning sail to Hvar, officially the sunniest of 1200 Croatian islands. This jet-set fave is also the island with the most UNESCO-listed heritage in the entire world, so consider joining our optional guided tour. In the afternoon, hop over to the island of Vis, the most distant from the coast of all inhabited islands in Croatia. Closed off to the public for the larger part of the 20th century for its role as an important Yugoslav military base, Vis and its nature remain incredibly preserved even today. Dinner onboard and overnight in Vis.
• Hvar walking tour – walking tour package

Day 6 : Vis - Šibenik (B, L)
You will wake up to views of Vis town waterfront, comprised of the newer, 19th-century harbor area, and the historic, medieval corner. Spanning over two millennia, the array of heritage in this small settlement might not surprise, ranging from a Greek cemetery and Roman baths to an English fort and Yugoslav militia tributes. Join an optional guided tour to get insight into the tumultuous history of Vis before setting sail towards the mainland. Arriving to Šibenik, snatch a spot on the deck, as its stone waterfront, nestled beneath the impressive St. Michael fort, remains a sight to behold. Our walking tour will introduce you to Šibenik’s great claim to Renaissance – both the one centuries ago, when the town’s Cathedral of St. James was constructed, and the present day, with the town known as one of Croatia’s upcoming gems. Experience its stone alleys and great cuisine in an evening on your own. Overnight in Šibenik.
• Walking tour of Šibenik – walking tour package
#Optional excursion: Vis

Day 7 : Šibenik – Krka National Park – Skradin – Split (B, D)
When sailing along the Croatian coast, surpassing the beauty around you may seem like an impossible task. Perhaps so, but there are sites on the Croatian mainland which surely parallel it, such as the Krka River and its stunning estuary. A coach trip brings you to the small town of Skradin, the guardian of the mouth of River Krka, and the gateway to its National park. The place where wild waterfalls inspire serene lakes, the park is definitely worth a visit before heading back to the seaside to visit the gem of Trogir, a petite island bridged to the mainland. A showcase of stunning architecture founded upon Greek and Roman heritage, Trogir has been protected by UNESCO, just like its big neighbor and your next stop, the town of Split. Explore on your own or join our Split walking tour to learn about the Diocletian’s Palace, once the Roman Emperor’s retirement estate and today a lively city center. Dinner on board and overnight in Split.
• Split walking tour – walking tour package
#Optional excursion: Krka National Park entrance

Day 8 : Split (B)
Enjoy one last sea view breakfast before disembarking the ship by 9:00am. You must vacate your cabin by 09.00hrs, but you can leave your bags on the ship if you have a later departure. Transfer to Split hotel or Split airport included.

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



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BEDS: Many cruise ships have ‘flex-beds’; 2 single beds that can be moved together to form one large bed, leaving a small gap between the mattresses. All combined beds might have separate bedding, such as 2 single duvets.

RESTRICTIONS: Captain reserves the right to change the route in case of bad weather. Guests are obliged to follow ship rules, especially with regards to bringing drinks onboard. In case of inappropriate behaviour Captain reserves the right in requesting clients to disembark. Ships are moored side by side with gaps in between ships, making it necessary for clients to jump across the gaps in order to get to the shore. Clients do this at their own risk. Assistance will be given to those needing it, but cruising is not recommended for clients in wheelchairs or with limited mobility.

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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)

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

Before Your Island Hopping Tour - 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://www.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 : Dubrovnik (WD)
  • Day 2 : Dubrovnik - Slano (B, L)
  • Day 3 : Slano - Mljet National Park - Korčula (B, L)
  • Day 4 : Korčula – Pučišća (Brač) (B, L, CD - Captains Dinner)
  • Day 5 : Pučišća (Brač) – Hvar Town - Vis (B, D)
  • Day 6 : Vis - Šibenik (B, L)
  • Day 7 : Šibenik – Krka National Park – Skradin – Split (B, D)
  • Day 8 : Split (B)