9 Days / 8 Nights from
$2.878 per person twin share
2019 Departures
Croatian Adriatic Explorer From Dubrovnik to Porec DAY 1: DUBROVNIK
Upon arrival to Dubrovnik airport, transfer to Dubrovnik port, where embarkation begins at 2pm. Settle in your cabin, before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
DAY 2: DUBROVNIK – KORČULA fter breakfast, morning walking tour of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic” and an UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll visit the Rector’s Palace and Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy. Return on board and set sail during lunch towards the magical island of Korčula and it’s fairy-tale like walled town bearing the same name, believed to be the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. The walking tour takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets and includes a visit to the majestic Gothic-Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Tonight, enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.
DAY 3: SPLIT Welcome to Hvar, Croatia’s sunniest island. Hvar is a favorite holiday destination for international celebrities and yachters; thus, beyond all the glitz and glamour, Hvar town is a charming seaside resort with 8 centuries of architecture waiting to be explored. On a walking tour, breathe in the pine-scented breeze, as you absorb vistas of the old town with the picturesque little streets and the first public theatre in Europe. Enjoy some free time to pop into craft shops or cafes, tucked into old Venetian palaces. Board back your ship in time for lunch, and cruise to Split. Afternoon walking tour, featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple and the Cathedral. Evening is free, to stroll along Riva, try local cuisine and enjoy local vistas.
DAY 4: KRKA NATIONAL PARK - ZADAR Morning sail from Split towards Primošten to visit the Krka National Park, with its magnificent waterfalls. Afterwards, coach to Vodice, and return to the ship. Lunch aboard while we enjoy sailing to Zadar, a city of exceptional history and rich cultural heritage. Your evening is at leisure in Zadar.
DAY 5: ZADAR – MALI LOŠINJ After breakfast, walking tour of Zadar historical center to admire the 16th century Port Gate where the Venetian lion still guards the entrance, the Square of the Five Wells, Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. Later on, we set our compass north, with a stop for swimming in one of the small islands. Lunch aboard, while continuing our journey towards Mali Lošinj, located on the island with the same name. Thanks to its mild climate, pinewoods and air, the island of Mali Lošinj is an ideal place to recreate your body and spirit. Captain’s dinner with live entertainment aboard our ship tonight.
DAY 6: MALI LOŠINJ – PULA Morning sailing with lunch aboard. In the afternoon, visit of Pula, arguably one of the most beautiful of Istrian cities. Your guide will share some exciting stories of antiquity, as you walk the footsteps of the ancients and visit the Amphitheatre. The rest of the day at leisure to discover this Roman town on own.
DAY 7: PULA – NP BRIJUNI – ROVINJ – POREČ Continue sailing to the Brijuni National Park, once the personal State Summer Residence of President Marshal Josip Broz Tito. Arriving to the island, a part of heaven discloses in front of your eyes in the unique harmony of flora, fauna and heritage. Following the visit, lunch aboard, before we reach a romantic town of Rovinj. Feel its past times as you walk around the Old town’s cobbled narrow streets, winding at the foot of the Church of St. Euphemia, the favorite gathering place of artists from around the world. Conclude your lovely cruise in Poreč and say farewell to your new friends at dinner in the local restaurant. Return to your cabin for the last night onboard.
DAY 8: POREČ After breakfast it’s time to disembark.
Included Services ● 7-night cruise from Dubrovnik on board the M/S Stella Maris in a cabin with private facilities ● Arrival Dubrovnik airport transfer ● Welcome reception followed by dinner ● Breakfast daily ● 6 lunches on board and 2 dinners in a local restaurant as per program ● 1 Captain’s dinner with live music ● Complimentary bottled water, coffee and tea ● Professional Cruise Manager throughout ● Luggage handling ● Whisper technology enhanced touring ● Service taxes and charges ● Free Wi-Fi on board
Included Sightseeing ● Dubrovnik ● Korčula ● Hvar ● Split ● Krka National Park ● Zadar ● Mali Lošinj town ● Pula ● Brijuni National Park ● Rovinj
M/S Stella Maris is a deluxe vessel, with maximum capacity of 36 passengers in 18 twin, double and triple cabins. All cabins are modern and fully equipped with A/C, LCD TV, safe deposit box, fire alarm, internal communication system between room and bar. Bathrooms are equipped with toilet, shower, wash basin, hair dryer, slippers, bathrobe, and for added convenience cosmetic package. All cabins are sound-proof and each cabin comes with the fire-proof doors. A fully air-conditioned upper deck dining room can accommodate all passengers at once, yet offer a great degree of privacy for each guest. There is free wireless internet (Wi-Fi), loudspeakers, audio-system, and a direct telephone communication cabin-bar on board. The kitchen is made in line with the latest HACCP standards. An extension of the restaurant is outdoors, on the covered part of the upper deck, spacious enough for all passengers and tables, chairs and including a public lavatory. To make the most of every swimming opportunity, there is a platform with a ladder for easy access to the water. Electricity on board: 220V. Ship Amenities: Salon/restaurant, bar, outdoor showers, swimming platform, PA system, complimentary Wi-Fi Cabins include: LCD TV (satellite system), safe box, bathrooms – toilet, shower, wash basin, hair dryer, slippers, bathrobe
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