Tour/Cruise Combo: CANCELLED

Itinerary

Open age cruise/tour combo, though usually clients are mature couples or solo travellers or small groups ranging from 35-75yrs. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck on DLX ships. Most triple cabins are a queen bed and single bed and most are on the Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use with a solo use supplement.

Only a few departures all year, so get in quick!

Fabulous combination of a 6 night tour from Venice to Split, then a 7 night cruise from Split to Dubrovnik to finish!

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

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ITINERARY AND INCLUSIONS:
14 days from Venice, Poreč, Pula, Rovinj, Postojna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Plitvice, Split, Krka, Trogir, Stari Grad, Hvar, Vis, Biševo, Korčula, Mljet, Slano, Elaphiti Islands, Dubrovnik

INCLUDED:
• 6 nights first class hotels, rooms with private facilities
• 7-night cruise in a cabin with private facilities (ensuite) and aircon
• Airport arrival transfer in Venice on the start day of the tour
• Airport departure transfer in Dubrovnik on the finish day of the cruise
• Welcome Reception and Welcome Dinner on cruise
• Breakfast daily
• 6 lunches with 3 courses and salad bar aboard the ship
• 1 Captain’s Dinner with live music
• Two hotel dinners on the tour as per itinerary
• Complimentary bottled water, coffee and tea onboard the ship
• Professional Cruise & Tour Manager
• Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Luggage handling
• Whisper technology enhanced touring
• Service charges and hotel taxes
• Free Wi-Fi on board

Sightseeing tours included:
• Local guides for sightseeing tours of Plitvice National Park, Pula, Postojna, Zagreb, Venice
• Entrance fees to Plitvice lower lakes, Pula Amphitheater, Euphrasian Basilica, Postojna cave, Venice glass factory, St. Mark’s Basilica, Dodge’s Palace, Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy and Diocletian’s Palace
• City tours of Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar, Trogir and Split
• Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park and Krka National Park
• Oyster tasting in Ston

HOTELS (before the cruise):
• Venice: Carlton on the Grand Canal 4star or similar
• Porec: Valamar 4star or similar
• Zagreb: Zonar 4star or similar

NOT INCLUDED:
• Tips/gratuities
• Meals not listed on the itinerary
• Dubrovnik Cable car or city walls
• Entrance fee to Blue Cave approx €25 pp
• The included arrival transfer offer is to only from Venice airport.
• Transfer from other hotels or train station in Venice waterways is not possible upon arrival.
• The free Included airport transfers are only offered on the official start and finish days of the cruise/tour, not on any other days (not even with pre/post-stay).
• Port Tax €60 pp/week - mandatory (pay onboard)

ITINERARY:
Hotel check-in from 14.00hrs. Passengers who arrive earlier can leave their bags with reception until their room is ready. Overnight in hotel, late arrivals possible.

Day 1, arrival Venice, Sunday (D)
Upon arrival to Venice airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Dinner at hotel and overnight.

Day 2 Venice, Monday (B)
After breakfast, we begin our exploration of Venice with a boat ride to Murano Island, famous for its artistic glassware. In a working glass factory, we observe master craftsmen demonstrate the art of traditional Venetian glassblowing. We then depat for St. Mark’s Square, for a walking tour with visits of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. En route, we take in views of the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy even more of Venice.

Day 3 Venice-Poreč, Tuesday (B)
We embark the ferry early in the morning and sail directly to Poreč. After check in at the hotel, we start our visit of the old town of Porec, whose traces of the past are preserved in the old core of the town. Stone streets, ruins of ancient temples, forums and other beautiful buildings preserved from ancient times testify to the number of conquerors. The Euphrasian Basilica from the 6th century is the most valuable historical and cultural monument in Istria, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Poreč.

Day 4 Poreč – Pula - Rovinj – Poreč, Wednesday (B)
Today we drive to Pula for an orientation tour of this strategic port city. We also visit the preserved Amphitheater, the sixth largest in the world. Then we continue on to the beautiful resort city of Rovinj, a city with magical landscapes, small traditional fishing boats "batana" and distinctive typical folk songs, bitinada. Stopping in front of the Baroque Church of Saint Euphemia, with the Saint's status on its bell tower, is mentioned in many songs. Free time in Rovinj. Return and overnight in Poreč.

Day 5 Poreč –Postojna - Ljubjana– Zagreb, Thursday (B, D)
After breakfast, we depart to Slovenia and visit the unique and beautiful Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. We tour this wondrous subterranean world by miniature electric train. We continue to Ljubljana. City tour of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia and a home to one of the oldest Philharmonics in the world. Explore the baroque town buildings and stroll beside majestic Ljubljanica River. Free time on your own and continuation to Zagreb. Dinner and overnight in Zagreb.

Day 6 Zagreb, Friday (B)
Morning city tour of Zagreb, including the fortified Upper Town, city’s historical center, St. Mark’s Church with its multicolored roof, the Cathedral, the Croatian National Theater and the University. The rest of your day at leisure. Overnight in Zagreb.

Day 7 Zagreb – Plitvice – Split, Saturday (B, D)
We journey south by motor-coach for a visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Plitvice, we walk around several of the lower lakes. The Park is a natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After our visit, we motor on to Split where we embark after 14 h on a supreme cruise ship. Welcome Reception followed by a Dinner that evening. Overnight onboard in Split.

Day 8 Split – Trogir (Krka National Park excursion), Sunday (B, L)
In the morning join a guided tour of Split, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Set sail to the old Dalmatian town 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 disembark in Trogir we will take the bus to visit Krka National Park. You will discover the pristine nature and waterfalls of the Krka National Park, an area extremely rich with flora and fauna. Overnight in Trogir.

Day 9 Trogir – Stari Grad, Monday (B, L)
Morning guided tour of Trogir with a local tour guide. Enjoy sailing towards Stari Grad on the Island of Hvar, swimming stop and lunch on board. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe with many friendly and cheap konobas and restaurants in the backstreets of the old town. The Stari Grad Plain and the old town centre of Stari Grad have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2008. Your evening is free to explore Stari Grad on your own.

Day 10 Stari Grad – Hvar – Vis, Tuesday (B, L)
Leaving Stari Grad in the morning towards city of Hvar. A sightseeing tour of Hvar town shows you the first public theatre in Europe and many more historical sites. Afterwards continue to Vis. The town of Vis is on the northern side of the island and was developed near the remains of ancient Issa, the first urban centre in Croatia, formed by the Greeks in 4th century B.C. Visit the remains of the Roman Baths, Church or Our Lady and City Museum or take a walk enjoying the view of the beautiful Villae Rusticae situated along the coast. Your evening is free in Vis.

Day 11 Vis – Biševo (Blue Cave) – Korčula, Wednesday (B, L)
Leaving Vis, we will have an early morning cruise towards Biševo island to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon on the islet Biševo just in front of the town of Komiža. 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. Afterwards cruise towards the Korčula the island’s main settlement and is known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, one of the world’s most famous explorers of all times. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants to enjoy your gourmet experience and there are numerous bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.
# Optional: Blue Cave Entrance Fee (weather permitting)

Day 12 Korčula – Mljet – Slano Oyster Tasting, Thursday (B, L, T, CD)
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. Lunch on board and departure for a small village called Slano on the mainland, a peaceful fishermen’s village and the starting point to Ston, another once fortified small village famous for its oysters situated on Pelješac peninsula. 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. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Dinner onboard. Overnight in Slano.

Day 13 Slano – Elaphiti Islands – Dubrovnik, Friday (B, L)
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 a guided tour with panoramic ride and transfer included. After the panoramic view, 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 enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After city tour, you will be left on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace, and the Cathedral, take a boat ride to Lokrum island or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Day 14 Dubrovnik – departure, Saturday (B)
After breakfast it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik airport in time for your flight.

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception, T-Tasting, CD-Captain’s Dinner
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