Dubrovnik - National Park Mljet - Korcula - Hvar - Split - Krka National Park - Kornati National Park - Zadar
You will be transferred from the airport or from your hotel
in Dubrovnik to Gruz Harbor, where embarkation begins
at noon. Later, join your fellow travelers and your cruise
manager for an onboard welcome reception with
dinner. This evening, you can relax on board, or take a
stroll through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. (D)
We start the day with breakfast and a walking tour of
Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic” and a UNESCO World
Heritage site. We visit the Rector’s Palace and the
Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy before returning to the
ship. While we set sail for Mljet Island, lunch is served. Mljet
National Park features five types of forest, many species
of birds, and two deep lakes: Veliko Jezero (Big Lake)
and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). Spectacular scenery
accompanies us all the way to Korcula, believed to be
the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. Dinner tonight
is on board. (B, L, D)
This morning, after breakfast, we take a walking tour
through the narrow, cobble-stone streets of Korcula
town. Our visit includes a visit to the majestic GothicBaroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Afterward, we board our
ship again and ejoy lunch. We stop for a swim en route
to Hvar where we arrive late afternoon. There, during
our sightseeing tour, we see the first public theatre in
Europe, the Franciscan Monastery and much more. Our
evening is free in Hvar so you can explore even more
and dine on your own at one of the many restaurants in
town. (B, L)
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Hvar harbor
(during peak season in July and August) the port of call
can be substituted for Stari Grad/Jelsa. In that case,
transfers by bus will be organized to and from Hvar
We sail to Bol, home of the Golden Horn, one of the most
breathtaking beaches in Croatia. This vast, golden
pebble beach is unique in that it changes shape and
position depending on the direction of the winds. During
lunch on board, we sail to Split. Here, a walking tour
shows off the historic inner city, built around the Palace
of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman
heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s
Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. The evening is
free to discover more of Split. (B, L)
In the morning, we sail to the UNESCO-listed city of Trogir.
Our time here is free to explore on your own. Back on board, enjoy lunch as we cruise to Sibenik, with a stop for a swim on the way. In Sibenik, a walking tour shows us the highlights of the city, then our evening is at leisure. (B, L)
The Sibenik area is home to two National Parks: Krka,
with its breathtaking waterfalls, and Kornati, comprised
of more than 140 islands with numerous coves and
crystal-clear water. The day is devoted to tour these
scenic destinations before we sail to Sali. Tonight,
aboard our ship, enjoy the Captain’s dinner with live
entertainment and a glass of wine. (B, L, D)
As we cruise this morning, and weather permitting, we
stop for a swim. After lunch, we arrive in Zadar. The city’s
compact pedestrian zone is perfect to explore on
foot. We admire the 16th century walls built by the
Venetians as a defense against the Turks. We also see
the Port Gate where the Venetian lion still guards the
entrance, the Square of the Five Wells, the Church of St.
Donat, the Roman Forum, and the largest cathedral in
Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. After the tour, we stop for a
tasting of traditional Maraschino liqueur. The evening is
free in Zadar. (B, L)
We disembark after breakfast, and bid our ship and
crew farewell. You will be transferred to Zadar or Split
airport or to your Zadar or Split hotel. Alternatively,
continue on to join a Kompas’ escorted tour.(B)
Inclusion
Arrival transfer from Dubrovnik airport or Dubrovnik hotel to the port.
8 day/7-night cruise from Dubrovnik to Zadar aboard the brand new M/S Premier featuring:
Deluxe cabins with private bathroom, air-conditioning, and LCD TV
Free Wi-Fi
Daily housekeeping (fresh bed linen and towels midweek)
Amenity kit
Bathrobe and slippers
Complimentary bottled water, coffee, tea and fresh fruit
Daily buffet breakfast on board
6 lunches on board
3 dinners:
Welcome reception with dinner on board
Captain’s dinner with live music and a glass of wine
1 dinner on board
Professional cruise manager throughout the cruise
Luggage handling
Port taxes
Sightseeing tours with licensed local guides
Whisper technology enhanced touring
Admissions included where indicated
Departure transfer from Zadar port to the airport
in Zadar or Split or to your hotel in Zadar or Split.
Exclusion
International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Personal equipment
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included
Note
Upgrade to Superior Cabin, price available on request
Tourist tax & Port tax to be paid on board in cash
Cruise highlights:
Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”
Mljet National park
Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo
Hvar: the sunniest Croatian island
The Golden Horn beach on Bol island
Split built around Diocletian's Palace
Sibenik’s medieval Old Town
Krka National Park
Kornati National Park
Tasting of traditional Maraschino liqueur in Zadar
