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

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age cruise. Double/twin cabins on Upper, Main and Lower Deck. Twin and Triple cabins are a double bed with a single bunk bed above. Solo travellers must book a double/twin for solo use with a solo use supplement.

Our 8-day Split return Croatia sail tours take in the very best of the Dalmatian coast - cruising to islands such as Korcula, Hvar and Mljet, while also staying 2 nights in Dubrovnik and 1 night in Makarska. The itinerary is designed to give you the best of both worlds: sightseeing, swimming and relaxing during the day, followed by excursion options, nights out, parties and events in the late afternoons and evenings.

SHIP INFO AND PHOTOS:
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ITINERARY AND INCLUSIONS:
8 days from Split, Makarska, Mljet National Park, Dubrovnik (2nts), Korcula, Hvar and back to Split

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights accommodation onboard in an airconditioned cabin with ensuite
• English-speaking Cruise Manager
• Bedding in your cabin (bring own beach towel)
• Captain and Crew at your disposal
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• Daily swim stops (weather permitting)

Meals Included:
• Buffet breakfast daily
• 6 lunches onboard
• 1 Dinner onboard
• UNLIMITED drinking water per person per day

NOT INCLUDED:
• All drinks onboard (boat runs a tab system); apart from free unlimited drinking water
• 40 Euros Tourist Tax (payable onboard in cash)
• Dinners (apart from dinner in Dubrovnik on Tuesday)
• Crew tips (at your discretion)
• Beach towels (please bring your own)
• Entrance fees to sites, national parks and museums
• Optional Excursions, see below list (book and pay onboard)

# Optional Excursions (Book and pay onboard)
• Mljet National Park Entrance / Bike Hire
• Game of Thrones & Dubrovnik Walking Tour
• Zip-lining in Dubrovnik
• Wine-tasting Korcula
• Rapid Rafting in Omis (day trip from Split)
# Some excursions are dependent on weather conditions and delays/cancellations occasionally occur as a result

ITINERARY:
Check-in from 11.00-12.30hrs. Departure at 13.00hrs (1pm) from Split Harbour. Please do not be late.

Day 1: EMBARKATION in SPLIT, then to MAKARSKA (L) - Departure at 13.00hrs sharp!
Jump on board and meet your Captain, crew and shipmates! Check-in is from 11am to 12pm and we aim to depart Split for Makarska at around 1pm and get the cruise started with lunch and a much-needed swim stop. We dock in Makarska late in the afternoon, giving you time to go around the town, enjoy a gelato and have dinner in one of the many restaurants, pizzerias and tavernas that line the promenade. Two of the most popular ways to spend the evening/night is either at the new Makarska observatory or at Club Deep, an amazing club in a cave directly on the beach.
# Included: Lunch onboard

Day 2: to MLJET NATIONAL PARK (Sipan/Slano) (B,L)
Our boat leaves early for the crossing to Mljet Island. After lunch, we will dock in either Pomena or Polace and have the rest of the afternoon free to explore this island’s stunning National Park and its lakes. There are several options for this exploration: hire a bike for a few hours and pedal your way around the lakes’ excellent cycle paths, hire a kayak for paddle-power or simply go for a hike. We also offer an optional 'mixed grill' Captain’s Dinner onboard this evening (either in Mljet or we might head over to Slano or Sipan island) as the setting is perfect.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Captain's Dinner onboard
# Optional: Entrance to Mljet National Park, bike or kayak hire

Day 3: to Elafiti Islands, then to DUBROVNIK (B,L)
With some gorgeous bays around Mljet, Slano and Sipan, we are spoilt for choice for a swim stop this morning. We then cross to Dubrovnik through the Elaphite archipelago of islands – a truly amazing sight. We arrive in Dubrovnik in the early afternoon, which gives you time for some must-dos, including a sunset walk around the famous walls and sampling a cocktail at one of the cliff bars as you watch the sun go down.
There are plenty of restaurants to choose from in and around the Old City, as well as events at clubs such as Revelin. Overnight onboard in Dubrovnik, Gruz Harbour.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Dubrovnik Walking Tour or Zip-lining
(1) Dubrovnik is also the setting for the capital city of Westeros, Kings Landing, in Game of Thrones. If you are a fan, why not take a walking tour of the locations of the most famous scenes in the ultra-popular show and get an overview of the history of Dubrovnik at the same time? If you are not a GOT fan then we also have a dedicated Dubrovnik Historical Walk that focuses on the city’s non-fictional history.
(2) Close to where your boat docks in Gruz port, there is a secluded beach with a 250-metre long ZIPLINE! We can arrange transfer there and back, with a zipline ride (or 2!) included in the excursion

Day 4: in DUBROVNIK (B,D)
Whole day in Dubrovnik! To give you the convenience of not needing to return to the boat for lunch so that you can stay out in Dubrovnik, the included meals onboard for today are breakfast and dinner (not lunch, like the other days). As mentioned, dinner is included this evening and is served around 6.30pm. The evening is free afterwards to have a few drinks onboard, head back into Dubrovnik, or go to a few places around Gruz port (we recommend the amazing Dubrovnik Beer Company bar near the boat). If you prefer to stay out for the whole day and skip dinner onboard and head back later in the evening, that's ok too. Just head Overnight onboard in Dubrovnik, Gruz Harbour.
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Dinner onboard
Optional: There are so many things to do in this city. We recommend:
(1) Taking a cable car ride up to Mount Srd for the most incredible view imaginable.
(2) Dubrovnik is also the setting for the capital city of Westeros, Kings Landing, in Game of Thrones. If you are a fan, why not take a walking tour of the locations of the most famous scenes in the ultra-popular show and get an overview of the history of Dubrovnik at the same time?
(3) Take a shuttle boat over to Lokrum Island from the Old City.

Day 5: to KORCULA TOWN (B,L)
It's goodbye to Dubrovnik and hello to more incredible scenery as we head to Korcula Island, which is said to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. The Old City of Korcula (with the same name as the island) is another gem which hosts a small street party in the evening at the Deja Vu Bar! Overnight onboard in Korcula Town.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: Wine-tasting tour, including wine tasting and snacks.

Day 6: to HVAR ISLAND (B,L)
Hvar Island is rated as one of the highlights of the trip and it’s not hard to see why. It boasts several gorgeous towns such as Jelsa (where we often dock), Stari Grad and Hvar Town itself. We arrive into Jelsa, Stari Grad or Hvar Town (if we are lucky enough to get a docking space there) after lunch, and if you fancy visiting other towns, you can easily take a bus or taxi (not included) as the town are only around 15-25 mins from each other. Hvar town’s nightlife is legendary and nothing beats catching the sunset at Hula Hula bar, then taking the organised shuttle boat over to Carpe Diem – the famous “club on an island”. Stari Grad’s old town is a delight to explore, with several cosy wine-bars to be found on its winding streets. Jelsa has a wonderful harbour and promenade and features a famous park that often has live, outdoor music performances and festivals. You are spolit for choice! Overnight onboard on Hvar Island.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# IMPORTANT: Hvar Town's small port is often overcrowded in peak months (end of Jun to end of Aug) and the port authority may order the boat to dock elsewhere, such as Jelsa or Stari Grad, about 25-35 mins by bus from Hvar Town. The Cruise Manager will help you plan any necessary travel arrangements.

Day 7: to Pakleni Islands or Brac, then to SPLIT (B,L)
Our final, full day starts with a swim stop in the morning at one of the many Pakleni Islands near Hvar and we then continue past Brac Island over to the largest city on the Dalmatian coast, Split. In the afternoon, you have enough time to take in some of the inspiring sights of this city, including Diocletian's Palace, Mestrovic's "Gregory of Nin" statue and Bacvice Beach. If you fancy something more adventurous then we can also transfer you to/from Omis for a rafting excursion on the River Cetina. Overnight onboard in Split.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard
# Optional: River Rafting in Omis

Day 8: SPLIT - Disembarkation (B)
After breakfast (7-8am) it is time to say goodbye to your shipmates and crew. Check-out is by 9am although you can leave earlier if you need to (for early flights, buses etc). The adventure does not need to stop here though as there is the option of an excursion to see the waterfalls of Krka National Park.
# Included: Breakfast onboard

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
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