Vintage Ship Open Age Cruise from Split to Split 7nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age cruise, suitable for families and budget travellers. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a cabin for solo use. Not all ships have triple cabins, please check with us first. There are no quad 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

[ PREM departures mean you will NOT know which exact ship you will be on until the day of the cruise. ]

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

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Split, Makarska, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Trstenik, Korčula, Hvar, (Bol), and back to Split

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights onboard in an ensuite cabin with air-conditioning
• Daily cabin service
• Mid-week linen change
• English-speaking Cruise Manager
• Free Wi-Fi onboard

Meals Included:
• Buffet breakfasts daily
• Three course lunches
• Captain's Dinner
• Unlimited drinking water dispenser onboard

Sightseeing Tours Included:
• Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
• Daily swim stops (weather permitting)

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port Tax €60pp / week - mandatory (pay onboard)
• Meals and drinks not listed
• Beach towel hire: ~ €5/week
• Optional excursions / entrances

# Optional Excursions (book and pay onboard):
• Entrance fee to Mljet National Park: ~ €25pp
• Guided Walking Tour of Korcula: ~ €10pp, min 10pax
• Guided Walking Tour of Hvar: ~ €10pp, min 10pax
• Wine tasting in Korcula: ~ €25pp

ITINERARY:
Check-in 11.00-12.30hrs. The cruise departs Split port at 13.00hrs (1pm) sharp. Please do not be late. If you miss the departure you will need to arrange transfer at your own expense to Makarska to meet the ship.

Day 1: SPLIT Embarkation: 13.00hrs Departure! - then to MAKARSKA (L)
At 13hrs the ship departs from the Split harbour southwards, towards Makarska. Lunch is served while cruising along the Dalmatian coast. Afternoon swim stop in one of the secluded bays on route. For the adrenaline lovers, there’s an optional zipline ride over the Cetina river canyon. Enjoy Makarska in the evening. Stroll the waterfront with its wide promenade, a pathway out to a lighthouse and some cool bars. The main square is home to an impressive church and other monuments and sights. Overnight in the port of Makarska.
# Included: Lunch onboard

Day 2: to MLJET (B,L)
Early morning departure towards Mljet, with a swim stop on the Pelješac Peninsula. Part of Mljet Island is a National Park. In the afternoon, plan to visit its seawater lakes, the peaceful, tiny St Mary’s Island in the middle of the large lake, the church and the monastery. Walk or hire a bike to explore these stunning lakes. Overnight in the port of Polača or Pomena.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Mljet National Park Entrance Fee

Day 3: to DUBROVNIK (B,L)
After breakfast, depart towards Dubrovnik, the most famous town in Croatia and, for many, the highlight of this cruise. The Irish writer George Bernard Shaw called Dubrovnik “heaven on earth”. Unbelievable views of the surroundings along the way, enjoy and admire the beautiful stretch of the coast. Upon arrival, join our locally-guided city tour. Afterwards you are left to explore on your own. Perhaps take an optional cable car ride up to the Srđ mountain for spectacular views of the old town. Don’t miss 'Stradun', both a street and a square, in the Old Town, or walk at least part of the 1940m long city walls which have protected Dubrovnik during earthquakes and attacks! Return to the ship at your leisure after your exploration of this magical town. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Day 4: to ŠIPAN / TRSTENIK (B,L,CD)
Late morning departure towards the island of Šipan or the small town of Trstenik on the Pelješac Peninsula. Gorgeous spots for an afternoon swim and time at leisure with the possibility to visit a local winery. In the evening enjoy the included special Captain’s Dinner onboard. Overnight in the port.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Captain’s Dinner onboard

Day 5: to KORČULA (B,L)
After breakfast, departure towards the island of Korčula, one of the famous islands in the Dubrovnik region. It’s the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Lunch on board in a bay near the Korčula town. The encircling town walls and bastions date back to the 13th Century and there are some lovely churches and museums. Join the optional sightseeing of the Korčula town or optional wine and local appetizer tasting at a local winery before dining in one of the numerous seafront restaurants or konobas on your own. Overnight in the port of Korčula.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Walking Tour of Korcula
# Optional: Wine tasting in Korcula

Day 6: to HVAR (B,L)
Early departure towards the Paklinski Islands near Hvar (the longest island in the Adriatic) for lunch and a swimming stop. Later, there’s an optional afternoon sightseeing of Hvar, which resembles a film set. The Renaissance cathedral has its original tower and the oldest community theatre in Europe, founded in 1612. Hvar is known as a jet-set island, offering abundant entertainment, excellent restaurants, bars and cafés serving drinks long into the night. Don`t forget to buy some island lavender from local stalls. Overnight in Hvar.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Walking Tour of Hvar

Day 7: to Bol, then to SPLIT (B,L)
The next stop is the island of Brač. The most famous (and most photographed) beach in Dalmatia is Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn) near Bol – famous for its ever changing shape - a shingle bar that moves according to the wind. Great place for a swim stop. Bol is a typical fishermen’s village that kept the atmosphere despite becoming a popular touristic spot. After lunch, on the way to Split, it is possible to join the optional river rafting excursion on the Cetina River. The approach to the Split Riviera is wonderful and offers the best views from onboard. Upon arrival, join the optional guided tour of Split, a monumental city which together with the famous Roman Diocletian’s Palace is under UNESCO protection. Split is full of bistros and restaurant serving local specialities. Cool bars too. Overnight in Split port.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard

Day 8: 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 and disembark the ship by 09.00hrs. If you need to leave early you can do so anytime from 5am-9am. Split port has the main bus/coach and train stations 50m across the road. There are plenty of storage kiosks around if you are departing later and need somewhere to store your luggage.
# Included: Breakfast onboard

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, CD=Captain's Dinner
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NB: Most beds are 'fixed', and you might end up with twin beds, even if you request a double.
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