ITINERARY
10 DAYS DI S COV E R I N G T H E A D R I AT I C
CROATIA Venice Pazin
Rijeka
Rovinj
Pula
Kres
Rab
BOSNIA AND HEREGOVINA
Zadar
Sarejevo
Kres Kornati Sibenick ITALY Split
10 DAY ITINERARY SUGGESTION Your Itinerary at a Glance Day 1 Dubrovnik Day 2 Mljet National Park Day 3 Korcula Day 4 Komiza, Vis Island Day 5 Hvar Island Day 6 Sibenick, Skradin Day 7 Kornati National Park Day 8 Kornati National Park Day 9 Venice Day 10 Venice
Hvar ADRIATIC SEA
Vis
MONTENEGRO
Korcula Lastovo
Mijet Dubrovnik
DAY 01: 10 AUGUST DUBROVNIK Often referred to as the Pearl of the Adriatic, the city nestles behind its huge imposing ramparts, Minceta’s Tower is the highest point and is worth climbing for its commanding views of the Adriatic and the warren of streets below. As one of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Dubrovnik owes its special charm to the historic monuments, which testify to its rich history. Stop to visit the Franciscan monastery of the “Order of Friars Minor” that preserves one of the three oldest pharmacies in Europe. You will continue down to Orlando Column and the Sponza Palace and discover the Rector’s Palace, the magnificent structure dedicated to the Dukes of Dubrovnik. Evening is the nicest time to be in the old town of Dubrovnik when the cruise ship hoards have left and the city is cooler. Things to do and see There is option for a private walking tour with guide, walk of the city walls, fantastic restaurants. Plan for the Day... Arrival You will land at Dubrovnik Cilipi Aiport where a crew member will meet and accompany you for the short journey to Dubrovnik. CHRISTINA O will be alongside for boarding around 12.30 – 13.00hrs. There will be welcome refreshments and a safety briefing, then while everyone is settling into their cabins, the yacht will move to a scenic anchorage, where Dubrovnik will be the backdrop Lunch Onboard Afternoon Guests have the option to go into town and explore Dubrovnik and see the sights, perhaps walk the city walls. It’s back to CHRISTINA O in time for sundown Dinner Onboard 20.30hrs Departure for Mljet 23.00hrs Arrival in Pomena, Mljet Island
DAY 02: 11 AUGUST MLJET NATIONAL PK Mljet is an evergreen dream with an enchanting forest where deer, mongoose and rare eagle owls roam free. The forest surrounds two saltwater lakes, Malo Jezero and Veliko Jerezo. Luka Polace is one of the best superyacht anchorages in the area and close to the lakes. Sample the local specialities for breakfast – dried ham (pršut), maybe salted sardines, or a heartier Burek – a pastry filled with meat, cheese or vegetables, resembling a flakier Cornish pasty. You can stroll along the lakes on paths shaded by pine trees, cycle through the park or paddleboard across the lakes or, simply swim in the clear blue water. The island is famous for its honey bees and Benedictine monastery on nearby St. Marija. Polace is Mljet’s port, its sheltered location makes it popular with yachtsmen. Things to do and see Bike ride, guided tour of the National Park, swimming or kayaking in the lakes, visit St Mary’s Island, Odysseus Cave. Plan for the Day… Breakfast Morning Lunch Afternoon Dinner
Onboard Guests have the option to go for a bike ride around Mljet, the earlier the better to avoid the heat. There are cycle lanes around the lakes, you can stop and take a dip to cool off so take swimmers and a water bottle! There are plenty of signs, it’s almost impossible to get lost on Mljet. The cycle around the larger lake is around 9km, mostly flat cycling Onboard CHRSTINA O Visit Odysseus’ Cave After lunch, Guests have the option to jump into the tenders and head to Odysseus’ Cave… According to Greek legend, Odysseus was ship wrecked on Mljet Island, he swam to this cave where he met a beautiful nymph called Calypso. He stayed, captivated by the nymph for the next seven years. The water at the cave is a beautiful turquoise and well worth a swim Cocktails on deck and an evening of birthday celebrations onboard!
DAY 03: 12 AUGUST KORCULA Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo, is one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic. The island itself is rich in art and culture with beautiful nature and numerous secluded bays and breathtaking views. The main town is also called Korcula; it’s a typical medieval Dalmatian walled city with red roofed houses and round defensive towers, famous for its streets shaped in the form of a fish bone and well-preserved Gothic-Renaissance buildings. The most notable is St Marcus Cathedral. If time allows, there are some excellent local vineyards (Korcula is known for its tasty wines). Nearby is an archipelago of 20 uninhabited islands covered with dense thicket and an accessible coastline. Things to do and see Morning tour of Korcula town, Gothic quarter, birthplace of Marco Polo, cathedral of St Marcus. Plan for the Day‌ 08.00hrs Departure Mljet for Korcula 09.30hrs Arrive at anchorage in Korcula Breakfast Onboard Morning Guests have the option to go ashore and explore on foot or by bike. Alternatively, mopeds can be hired (only recommended for those who have experience) Lunch Onboard or ashore at leisure Afternoon A tender ride to nearby Moro Beach for ice creams and watersports Dinner Cocktails on deck followed by dinner onboard
DAY 04: 13 AUGUST KOMIZA, VIS ISLAND The remote island of Vis is the Croatian equivalent of Capri, complete with its own blue grotto. The interior is dense with olive groves and vines, whilst the coastline is made up of relatively deserted beaches, the best of which include Milna, Stoncica and Srebrna. Located in a deep bay on the western side of the island of Vis, below the 600m high mountain Hum, Komiža is a typical Mediterranean village with beautiful beaches, narrow roads and little houses squeezed together around the harbour. Things to do and see Take the tenders to visit the Blue Grotto on neighbouring Biševo, around 4 miles from Komiza (a 30 min tender ride). The light illumination is best 11am – noon. Plan for the Day… 05.00hrs Departure for Komiza 09.00hrs Arrival in Komiza Breakfast Onboard Morning Blue Grotto Trip, Biševo After breakfast it’s 20 mins by tender to the blue grotto on neighbouring Biševo. Florin will organise VIP entrance for the whole group to have a tour together. The trip is followed by another 20min tender ride back to CHRISTINA O Lunch Onboard Afternoon A leisurely afternoon onboard, using the spa & watersports Dinner Onboard After dinner Lunatic Beach Bar for drinks & dancing
DAY 05: 14 AUGUST HVAR ISLAND Hvar Old Town is a sun-splashed rollercoaster of history and hedonism, the centre of Croatia’s social scene. Culture and cocktails combine to create Croatia’s answer to both Antibes and St Tropez. Take a tender to nearby Marinkovac Island and dine under scented pines. Hvar old town has some of the best restaurants in the Adriatic including Zori and Passarola. There are also lots of boutiques and jewellery shops. The marina gets very busy, so if you can’t berth here, Luka Tiha is a very sheltered, idyllic anchorage. The pace is slower at the beautiful marina of Stari Grad (Best European destination nominee 2017). Meaning ‘old town’ this is the oldest town in Croatia and the historical heart of Hvar, it’s set around a deep blue bay and surrounded by green fields and olive groves. From Stari Grad it’s a 9 mile cruise to the nearby Pakleni Islands – a 10km island chain with limestone coves and lots of pine clad bays. Things to do and see Hike from Hvar through the nature reserve to the small village of Milna, the tenders can take you back. Plan for the Day… 05.30hrs Depart Komiza 08.30hrs Arrive in Hvar Breakfast Onboard Morning A leisurely morning onboard, spa time, watersports, a stroll in Hvar town. Some guests may like to hike to Milna Lunch Onboard 18.00hrs Zori for drinks 20.00hrs Zori for dinner After dinner To Carpe Diem Beach Club for drinks and dancing Night At anchor
DAY 06: 15 AUGUST ŠIBENIK, SKRADIN Šibenik has the luckiest location in all of Dalmatia. In times past, the town grew wealthy from the watermills in the nearby Krka National Park. Its honey-hued streets are richly lined with marble stones, smiling cherubs and UNESCO protected cathedral. A saunter up to the ruined St Anne fortress is a perfect stretch for sea legs. The view spans over the 220 forested islands in Šibenik’s bay. A loop of island idylls stretches from Šibenik to Zadar. The clear blue bays of Žut make for a Robinson Crusoe escape. Car-free Kaprije offers local wines and olives, plus slow-cooked lamb raised in the maquis-covered hills. Krpanj is famed for fiery rakia, while Zlarin is renowned for squid and shellfish baked in vine leaves. Game of Thrones fans will recognise the town’s red-roofed medieval streets as filming locations. The nearby Krka National Park is a hidden gem for walking and swimming amongst its 17 waterfalls. Things to do and see Visit the waterfalls, hiking. Plan for the Day… 05.00hrs 08.00 – 08.30hrs Breakfast Morning Lunch Afternoon Dinner After dinner
Depart Hvar Arrive in Šibenik Onboard Krka National Park and waterfall adventure Onboard Relaxing onboard, watersports, spa time 16.30 approx. Departure of Joel Sircus & Stephanie Rivkin to Split Airport Onboard Some guests may like to go ashore for drinks
DAY 07: 16 AUGUST KORNATI NATIONAL PARK The 89 islands, islets and crags of the Kornati archipelago were proclaimed a national park in 1980 thanks to their magnificent landscape, interesting geomorphology and varied living marine ecosystems. The islands are mostly uninhabited, and represent a must-see natural paradise and are a great place for using the yacht’s watersports. Things to do and see: Hiking, water sports, snorkelling. Plan for the Day… 06.00hrs Depart Šibenik 08.30hrs Arrive in Kornati Breakfast Onboard Morning A leisurely morning of watersports, swimming, relaxing onboard or going ashore for hiking & exploring Lunch Onboard Afternoon At leisure Dinner Cocktails then dinner onboard
DAY 08: 17 AUGUST KORNATI NATIONAL PARK Another day spent relaxing onboard in Kornati with the option to have lunch on the beach if there’s a suitable spot for the beach set up. You may also like to cruise north to the Brijuni National Park where there are lots of activities such as golf, the zoo, Tito museum and electric cars to explore the islands. Plan for the Day‌ Breakfast Onboard Morning A leisurely morning of watersports, swimming, relaxing onboard or going ashore for hiking & exploring Lunch Onboard Afternoon Relaxing onboard, spa time Dinner Cocktails then dinner onboard
DAY 09: 18 AUGUST VENICE “Venice has been painted and described many thousands of times and of all the cities of the world is the easiest to visit without going there”, writes Henry James in his preface to Italian Hours. But every visit to the floating city is a pleasant surprise that, despite the crowds, there simply isn’t another place like it. A jewel-like cluster of 117 islands scattered across an Adriatic lagoon, its historical centre rising majestically from the seabed, defies gravity. Handsome facades line a labyrinth of canals, these waterways hum night and day, constantly criss-crossed by gondolas and pleasure craft. Beyond the Venice of artworks and postcards, the tiny islands beckon – the famous glassmakers at work; see the coloured houses and lace shops of Burano or head out to the rarely-visited Torcello. Things to do and see Teatro La Fenice – the opera house, gondola ride, tour of historical sites like Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica, Piazza San Marco, Bridge of Sighs, tour of the islands. Plan for the Day… Breakfast Onboard Morning Ashore for a morning gondola ride then a stroll around Venice at leisure Lunch Onboard Afternoon At leisure 20.00 hrs Dinner ashore in Venice (Terrazza Casin dei Nobil)
DAY 10: 19 AUGUST VENICE Plan for the Day… Breakfast Onboard Noon Disembark
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