Deluxe Cruise Trogir to Dubrovnik on MS Arca 7nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

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Ship Info: Deluxe Ship 'MS ARCA"

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

All Deluxe Ships:
• All cabins have ensuites and individually controlled air-conditioning.
• All cabins are 'outside' cabins with some natural light, but not all windows can be opened.

• Lower Deck Cabins

• : internally opening doors and high up, small ‘porthole’ (sealed) windows.
• Air-con / fan must be kept running for ventilation in all Lower Deck cabins.

• Main Deck Cabins

• : most have external doors and/or windows that can be opened for fresh air;
• however, some at the front of the ship may have internal doors and very large (sealed) windows that let in lots of light, but no fresh air.

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Other one-way cruises:
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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Trogir, Split, Milna, Hvar, Bisevo / Blue Cave, Vis, Korcula, Mljet, Slano, Ston and to Dubrovnik

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights cruise from Trogir to Dubrovnik
• Deluxe category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
• Arrival shared transfer from Split airport to port on the first day of the program
• Departure shared transfer from port to Dubrovnik airport on the last day of the program
• Professional English-speaking Cruise Manager throughout
• Whisper technology (headsets for tours)
• Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek
• Luggage handling on/off the ship
• One beach towel per person per week
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

MEALS INCLUDED:
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 6 lunches (3 course meal and salad bar)
• Welcome Dinner
• Captain's Dinner with live music
• Drinking water dispenser
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily

SIGHTSEEING AND TOURS INCLUDED:
• Walking tours of Split, Trogir, Korčula and Dubrovnik
• Professional English-speaking local guide for all walking tours
• Entrance fees to Diocletian’s Palace and Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy
• Entrance to Mljet National Park accompanied by Cruise Manager
• Olive oil tasting onboard
• Vehicle Tour on Hvar (Lavender farm, wine tasting, donkey farm)
• Oyster tasting in Ston

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port tax and Tourist tax: 70 EUR per person/week (to be paid onboard in cash)
• Specialty tea and coffee
• Other drinks on board (except water), extra meals
• Entrance fees not mentioned in the program

SUPPLEMENTS (optional):
• Additional beach towel 7 EUR per person, on request

Embarkation officially begins at 14:00hrs, but if your flight arrives earlier you can leave your bags in storage 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 or Trogir, 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. We request that passengers already in town not arrive before 14.00hrs, as the Crew are occupied with the cabin turnover in the short time they have to be ready for your arrival. Perhaps take a stroll around town, or enjoy lunch in one of the many cafes and restaurants until then. Check-in to your cabin is from 14.00hrs.

Day 1: TROGIR (Embarkation) - Saturday
After check-in starts at 2pm, get settled in your cabin before joining our walking tour of Trogir. Trogir is sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini-Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a “floating museum town” as it has a masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian Palaces. After the tour return to ship enjoy our Welcome Reception followed by your Welcome Dinner onboard this evening.
# Included: Walking Tour of Trogir (around 15.00hrs)
# Included: Welcome Reception (around 19.00hrs), followed by Welcome Dinner
# Included: Shared Transfer from Split Airport (must be requested in advance)

Day 2: to Split, then to MILNA (Brac) - Sunday
In the morning, we will head towards Split where you will join a guided tour of Split with and visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. After visiting Split, we head towards Milna on the Island of Brač with a swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. After lunch we arrive in Milna still known as the most beautiful and most protected port on Brač. Explore this Dalmatian town dominated by a Baroque church with a typical Dalmatian bell tower. The interior of the church is rich in valuable paintings by Venetian painters. Overnight in the town of Milna or one of the harbors on the island of Brač.
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Split harbour (reconstructions related) transfer by bus may be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour.
Note: Due to limited capacity at Milna Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Split

Day 3: to HVAR ISLAND - Monday
In the morning, we set sail toward the island of Hvar. Along the way, we take a short break for swimming, cooling off, and relaxing – weather permitting. Lunch is served on board before continuing our journey to Hvar. Upon arrival in the early afternoon, disembark and join a tour on Hvar by Land Rover Defenders. We will drive through picturesque villages and visit Lavander Farm, stop for wine tasting and finish with Donkey Farm where we will have a lot of fun. Overnight in Stari Grad.
Note: Due to limited capacity at Stari Grad Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Tour of Hvar Island

Day 4: to Blue Cave, then to VIS ISLAND - Tuesday
Leaving Island Hvar in the morning and sail towards Biševo island to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon on the islet Biševo just in front of the town of Komiža. The possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions; however, you will be notified of this on time. Afterwards continue to Vis, once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Since the independence of Croatia, the island began opening slowly to the outside world. Some of Europe's largest and greatest naval battles have taken place in the waters around Vis. Vis Island holds many historic secrets and you can explore Vis history on your own by military Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in one of the harbors on the island of Vis.
Note: Due to limited capacity at Vis Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Blue Cave Entrance Fee (weather permitting)

Day 5: to KORCULA - Wednesday
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. We will spend the night here. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history. Evening is free to explore the town on your own.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Korcula

Day 6: to Mljet NP, then to SLANO - Thursday
In the morning 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. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Back onboard, we have lunch while we sail towards Slano, a small peaceful fisherman's village on the mainland. This is the starting point to the Pelješac Peninsula, which is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. Upon arrival to Slano, we board our coach and travel overland to Ston, another once fortified small village which is now famous for its oysters. After exploring the town of Ston we leave to a small nearby village to enjoy the authentic local oyster tasting. We then head back to the ship late afternoon. Tonight, we'll enjoy the Captain’s Dinner onboard with live music entertainment. Overnight in Slano.port.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Mljet National Park Entrance Fee
# Included: Oyster tasting in Ston
# Included: Captain's Dinner onboard with live entertainment

Day 7: to DUBROVNIK - Friday
Early morning cruise to Elaphiti Islands with swimming stop on one of the secluded bays to spend the morning. Before lunch sail to Dubrovnik, before we moor at port we cruise alongside the old city walls, while lunch is served. After docking join our guided tour with panoramic coach transfer included. After a stop on the way to enjoy the panoramic view from high above Dubrovnik Old Town, 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 is enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, and your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After your walking tour, you will be left on your own to explore the city. Perhaps visit the City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace and the Cathedral, or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Return to the ship at your leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik, Gruz Harbour.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Day 8: DUBROVNIK (Disembarkation) - Saturday
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. If you need to leave early you can do so anytime from 5am. Shared transfer to the Airport included. Taxis, buses and uber are readily available if you are staying in Dubrovnik. Gruz port has the main bus/coach station 50m across the road, with a luggage storage kiosk if you are departing later and need somewhere to store your bags once you leave the ship. Happy travels and we hope to see you again soon!
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Shared Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport (must be requested in advance)

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, CD-Captain’s Dinner, WD-Welcome 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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