Young Fun 18-30s Croatia Cruise on Vintage Ships Split to Split 7nts (Saturdays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

18-35s ONLY CRUISE.

The first 3 weeks of July always book out months in advance!


Bunk bed 'twin' cabins on Upper, Main or Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book the whole cabin for themselves, there is no 'match with another solo traveller share option'. All cabins are mostly bunk beds only. Not all ships/dates have triple cabins, please check with us first. There are no quad cabins.

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.

[ VINTAGE departures mean you will NOT know which exact ship you will be on until the day of the cruise. ]

SHIP INFO AND PHOTOS:
https://discovercroatia.com.au/ships/vintage-ensuite/

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INCLUSIONS AND FULL ITINERARY:
8 days from Split, Stari Grad, Hvar, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Korčula, Makarska, Omiš and back to Split

INCLUDED:
• 7 nights onboard in an ensuite cabin with air-conditioning
• English-speaking Guide onboard
• Free Wi-Fi onboard

Meals Included:
• Continental breakfasts daily
• Three-course lunches
• Daily happy hour onboard
• Complimentary drinking water dispenser

Sightseeing Tours Included:
• Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

NOT INCLUDED:
• Port Tax €60pp / week - mandatory (pay onboard)
• Meals and drinks not listed
• Beach towel hire: ~ €5/week
• Optional excursions / entrances

# Optional Excursions (book and pay onboard):
• Entrance fee to Mljet National Park: ~ €25pp
• River Rafting in Omis
• Zip-lining in Omis

ITINERARY:
Embarkation from 10.00-12.30hrs. Ship departure from Split port at 13.00hrs sharp (1pm). Please do not be late!

If you arrive early you can purchase any inflatable sea-toys, snorkels, hats, sunscreen or anything else you might need for the week at numerous small kiosks at Split cruise port.

Day 1: Embark in SPLIT, then to STARI GRAD (L)
Check-in from 10:00hrs. Departure at 13.00hrs sharp from the Split Harbour. Sail towards Stari Grad on the island of Hvar - records confirm it to be the sunniest Adriatic island. Free afternoon to explore this unique town and its famous horseshoe-shaped bay. The famous Stari Grad Field (a plain) is the oldest in Croatia and the best-preserved example of the ancient Greek system of agriculture. Both the old town and this plain are part of the world heritage protected by UNESCO. Overnight in one of the ports of Stari Grad, the main port or the ferry port (2 km away), depending on the availability.
# Included: Lunch onboard

Day 2: to HVAR TOWN (B,L)
After breakfast, our destination is the town of Hvar, known for its nightlife and bars. Lunch onboard and time at leisure to explore: hike up the zig-zag path to the town fort overlooking the harbour for lovely scenic views of the town, the bay, the surrounding islands… Lots of clubs and bars to check out in the evening, the most famous bars are Carpe Diem, Kiva, Sidro, Nautica and many others. This is the place to be, so get dressed and ready to party! Overnight in Hvar Town.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard

Day 3: to MLJET ISLAND (B,L)
After Hvar, the cruise proceeds towards Mljet island with a stop for a refreshing swim. Arrive in the Mljet National Park- check out the wonderful saltwater lakes and the emerald green forest that embraces them. The optional entrance ticket includes a boat ride to St. Mary's Isle, located on the Big Lake. Alternatively, rent a kayak, bicycles, scooters or convertible cars to roam around the island on your own. Overnight in Pomena or Polače (depending on the port availability).
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Optional: Mljet National Park Entrance

Day 4: to DUBROVNIK (B,L)
Early morning departure towards the world-famous town of Dubrovnik. Join our guided walking tour to learn the story behind this historic town and its monumental walls, meander through the narrow streets, explore the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture, walk the stone walls and have a cool drink in the famous Buza café-bar, out on the rocks. Try a kayaking tour around the Dubrovnik walls, one of the best kayaking tours in Croatia with great photo opportunities. Enjoy a night out in Croatia’s most famous city, feel the enchanting and magical atmosphere! Overnight in Dubrovnik.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Included: Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Day 5 : to KORČULA (B,L)
After breakfast, departure towards the Korčula island, which is believed to be the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. Korčula Town is also famous for its awesome city walls and the impressive fish bone street pattern (cooling effect in hot summers). Explore the pedestrian-only streets of this charming town. Once the night comes, get ready to try out local cocktail bars including Dos Locos cocktail bar – one of the best in our opinion!
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard

Day 6: to MAKARSKA (B,L)
Departure from Korčula in the morning. Swim stop on the way and arrival in Makarska in the afternoon. Time at leisure to enjoy Makarska's nightlife - till the early hours. A visit to the famous disco in a sea cave is a must! Overnight in the port of Makarska.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard

Day 7: to SPLIT (B,L)
Breakfast and departure towards our last stop – the city of Split. Today you can join an optional tour to Omiš, for a river rafting experience on the Cetina River or even a zip-line ride! In Split, visit UNESCO protected Diocletian Palace which forms the heart of the city, as well as the sandy Bačvice beach which buzzes day and night. Don't miss out on seeing the numerous sights and shops in this city, experience beauty and nightlife and see why Split has become so popular among young people from all around the world. Once the ship is docked for the evening in Split you can depart the cruise at any time if you need to leave early.
# Included: Breakfast and Lunch onboard
# Optional Excursion: River rafting in Omis
# Optional Excursion: Zip-lining in Omis

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-9am. Split port has the main bus/coach and train stations 50m across the road. There are plenty of storage kiosks around if you are departing later and need somewhere to store your luggage.
# Included: Breakfast onboard

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch
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NB: All beds are 'fixed', and you might end up with twin bunk beds, even if you request a double.
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