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

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age cruise, though usually clients are more couples or small groups ranging from 35-65yrs. Double/twin cabins on Upper, Main and Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a cabin for solo use.

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.

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

Alternating weeks, opposite direction:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/32/deluxe-cruise-split-to-dubrovnik-ms-arca-7nts/
Similar cruise:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/details/11511/199/deluxe-cruise-dubrovnik-to-split-on-ms-my-way-7nts/

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Dubrovnik, Slano, Mljet NP, Korčula, Blue Cave, Vis, Hvar, Stari Grad, Krka NP, Trogir and to Split

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights cruise from Dubrovnik to Split
• Accommodation in a cabin with private ensuite and air-conditioning
• Arrival transfer from Dubrovnik airport to cruise port (shared)
• Departure transfer from cruise port to Split airport (shared)
• Professional Cruise Manager throughout
• Daily cabin servicing
• Fresh bed linen and towels midweek
• Beach towel use
• Luggage handling
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

Meals Included:
• Welcome Dinner
• Captain’s Dinner with live entertainment
• Buffet breakfast daily
• 6 lunches, all with 3 courses and salad bar
• Complimentary drinking water dispenser
• Complimentary regular coffee and tea
• Complimentary fresh fruits available daily
• Oyster tasting in Ston

Sightseeing Tours Included:
• Walking Tours of Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar, Trogir and Split
• Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy and Diocletian’s Palace
• Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park
• Guided tour and entrance to Krka National Park
• Whisper technology enhanced touring
• Daily swim stops (weather permitting)

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port Tax €60 pp - obligatory (pay onboard)
• Entrance fees other than listed
• Dubrovnik cable car or city walls
• Drinks on board, extra meals
• Specialty coffee or tea
• Transfers to/from accommodation

# Optional Supplements:
• Entrance fee to Blue Cave: ~€25pp (weather permitting)

ITINERARY:
Arrive anytime during the day, first overnight is in port. Check-in to your cabin from 14.00hrs. If your flight arrives earlier, you may leave your luggage on the ship and come back at 14.00hrs when your cabin is ready. We request that passengers already in Dubrovnik not arrive before 14.00hrs if at all possible, as the Crew are busy with the cabin turnover in the short time they have to be ready for your arrival. If you must arrive earlier, please leave your bags and take a walk around this gorgeous city until 2pm.

Day 1: DUBROVNIK - Embarkation (WD)
Welcome to Croatia! Embarkation officially begins at 14:00hrs, but if your flight arrives earlier you can leave your bags on the boat until your cabin is ready and take a walk around this historic city. If you arrive early in the day, we suggest you head into town and take a walk around Dubrovnik's famous city walls or take the cable car up Srd Mountain for the glorious view. After 2pm you can get settled in your cabin, before joining our walking tour of Dubrovnik around 17:00hrs. Dubrovnik is known as the “Pearl of Adriatic”. Walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After returning to ship enjoy a Welcome Reception followed by Dinner onboard this evening. Overnight in Gruz Harbour.
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik, depart from ship around 17.00hrs
# Included: Welcome Reception around 19-19.30hrs
# Included: Welcome Dinner onboard
# Included: Shared Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport (must be requested in advance)

Day 2: to Elaphiti Islands, then SLANO (B, L, T, CD)
Early in the morning enjoy the magic scenery as the ship cruises around Dubrovnik city walls to continue to one of the Elaphiti islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, situated on Pelješac Peninsula and once fortified small village famous for its oysters. The Pelješac Peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. After exploring the town, we leave to a small nearby village to enjoy the authentic local oyster tasting. After our return to the ship, tonight we enjoy our Captain’s Dinner onboard. Overnight in Slano.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Oyster tasting in Ston
# Included: Captain's Dinner onboard

Day 3: to Mljet NP, then KORČULA (B, L)
In the morning we head north to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Continue our cruise towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Korčula where you can enjoy a gourmet experience at the multiple restaurants and bars.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Mljet National Park Entrance
# Included: Walking Tour of Korcula

Day 4: to Blue Cave, then VIS (B, L)
Early in the morning we sail to small island Biševo to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. As sometimes weather conditions can be very unpredictable, the possibility of our visit will depend on those conditions, however you will be notified of this on time. Cruise towards the island of 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 really interesting to visit. Try some exquisite wine sorts in one of the Vis traditional wineries. If interested, visit the remains of the Roman thermal place, City museum or simply take a walk enjoying the views. Overnight in the port of Vis.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Blue Cave Entrance (weather permitting)

Day 5: to Stari Grad, with Hvar Town Tour; HVAR (B, L)
In the morning head further towards Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, with a swim stop and lunch onboard. After disembarking in Stari Grad we will take the bus to visit the town of Hvar, which will show you many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above Hvar Town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. In the evening, return bus transfer to the ship in Stari Grad. Overnight in Stari Grad.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Hvar

Day 6: to Trogir, with Krka Excursion; TROGIR (B, L)
Early morning departure to the old Dalmatian town Trogir. After docking join our walking tour of Trogir with a local tour guide. 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. Afterwards, you will discover the beauty of the Krka National Park and the small access port of Skradin where the flora and fauna are exceptional. Overnight in Trogir.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Trogir
# Included: Krka National Park Excursion

Day 7: to SPLIT (B, L)
In the morning we set sail to Split, with lunch onboard and a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits. In the afternoon we arrive at Split to spend the night. Upon arrival in Split, join a guided tour of the city, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your evening is free to explore the nightlife and restaurants. Overnight in Split.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Split

Day 8: SPLIT - Departure (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 onwards. Airport transfer included. For those not departing by plane, Split port has the main bus/coach and train stations 50m across the road, and taxis/uber are available. There are plenty of storage kiosks around if you are departing later and need somewhere to store your luggage. If you are staying in Split Old Town area, you can easily walk from the ship.
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Shared Transfer to Split Airport (must be requested in advance)

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