Deluxe Superior Gay Cruise from Split to Split 7nts (Saturday; 29Jul2025)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

DELUXE GAY CRUISE - one per year!

Open age Gay cruise, though usually clients are more couples, mature solo travellers or small groups ranging from 25-65yrs. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use.

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

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

INCLUDED:
• Arrival and departure transfers from Split airport to Split harbor
• 7 nights cruise on a Deluxe Ship, all cabins with en-suite bathroom
• Visitors' taxes & port fees
• Luggage handling
• Daily cabin service
• Free wi-fi onboard

Meals Included:
• Welcome Dinner / Reception & cocktail
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 9 meals – lunch or dinner as specified in the itinerary
• Unlimited drinking water onboard
• Captain's Dinner with live entertainment
• Spectacular evening dinner cruise along the old town city walls of Dubrovnik
• Croatian wine tasting in Bol
• Authentic Croatian Village party visit & dinner on Pelješac peninsula
• Abundant fresh fruit

Sightseeing Included:
• Professional Tour manager
• Guided walking tours of towns: Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korčula, Split
• One way bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old town Dubrovnik for sightseeing
• Dubrovnik cable car fee
• Mljet National Park entrance fee

NOT INCLUDED:
• Meals not listed
• Tips and gratuities
• Porterage
• Transfers on days other than the scheduled start and finish days

# OPTIONAL EXCURSION:
Korčula Village dinner experience – EUR 45 per person

ITINERARY:
Check in from 14.00hrs onwards, overnight in port, so clients can arrive anytime. If you arrive early, you may leave your luggage on the ship until your cabin is ready.

DAY 1 SATURDAY SPLIT (WR)
Transfer from Split airport to the Split harbor where the vessel will be docked. Check in from 14.00 h onwards. After settling, enjoy the guided tour of the city (not possible for late arrivals). Split is a historic town under UNESCO protection and as it is a part of the world heritage. One will find an abundance of Roman architecture – of special interest is the magnificent Diocletian palace, once inhabited by the Roman emperor. After the tour of Split, return to the ship for a Welcome Reception and cocktail to enjoy the meet and greet party on board. Overnight in Split.

DAY 2 SUNDAY KORČULA (B,L)
Early morning departure towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town with fortified walls. On this Island you can find more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else while you wander along the herringbone pattern streets. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants where you can continue your gourmet experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.

DAY 3 MONDAY Mljet - DUBROVNIK (B,L,D)
Next morning we head further south to the Island of Mljet. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy the boat ride to the St Mary Isle, where you will visit an ancient Benedictine monastery, an old abbey and a Church dating from the 12th Century. Alternatively, you can rent kayaks, bicycles, scooters or convertible cars to roam around the National Park or island on your own. Return to the ship for lunch followed by departure towards Dubrovnik. Late afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik, but before we tie the ropes at Gruž harbour the captain will take you for an evening cruise along side the old city walls while a buffet dinner is served on deck. Enjoy the spectacular views of this magnificent old town. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 4 TUESDAY DUBROVNIK (B)
After breakfast transfer to the old town for the guided walking tour to enjoy this magical town. You will have the opportunity to take best pictures of the town of Dubrovnik as we take the cable car from the Old Town to Srđ mountain to enjoy scenic views of the Walls and Elaphiti Islands. Afternoon at leisure to find idyllic spots for lunch and dinner. For those of you with more enthusiasm, we recommend to walk the famous walls 1,940 m long and take a stroll along the walking street "STRADUN" – both a street and a square, a promenade inside the city walls. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 5 WEDNESDAY PELJEŠAC PENINSULA (B,L,D)
Morning departure from this magnificent town and continue our cruise towards the Pelješac peninsula, well known for its excellent wine. Before lunch a short stop at one of the Elaphiti Islands and afternoon arrival to Pelješac peninsula. Today we move away from the shore inland to explore the rural areas. Afternoon transfer to the village followed by a visit to a local farm you will indulge in a typical village party with Croatian delicacies, dinner with local dishes made from their own produce. Late transfer back to the ship. Overnight on Pelješac peninsula.

DAY 6 THURSDAY HVAR (B,L)
Morning departure towards the jet-set island Hvar. Lunch stop on the small Island of Šćedro followed by a swim stop at the Pakleni Islands. Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon. Hvar is the longest Island in the Adriatic and one of the sunniest; known for lavish lavender fields and breathtaking beauty. Upon arrival there will be a short presentation of lavender products followed by a tour of the town. One can find many historical landmarks in Hvar: the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower, and the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded in 1612. Hike up to the town fort overlooking the harbour to get some lovely scenic views of your ship and the Pakleni islands. In the evening Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment - many restaurants, bars and cafes are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar.

DAY 7 FRIDAY BOL / MILNA (B,L,CD)
Our final stop will be the Island of Brač and picturesque town of Bol. Walk along the promenade or swim at one of the most famous beaches in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat (the Golden cape - known for its gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change its shape). Bol is a typical fishermen’s town turned into a popular tourist destination. After lunch on board time at leisure until afternoon wine tasting in the facilities of the oldest Dalmatia wine cooperative (dating 1903) followed by the farewell Captain’s Dinner with entertainment onboard. Overnight in Bol or nearby Milna.

DAY 8 SATURDAY BOL - SPLIT (B)
Early morning departure for Split and on arrival it is time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends! Check out by 9.00 am and a private transfer to Split airport.

Please note the last overnight is not in Split port as ship arrives in Split on Saturday morning at 09:00 AM!

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, CD-Captain’s Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception
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