CHARTER CROATIA
Split to Split
CHARTER CROATIA Croatia is one of Europe’s sunniest spots with an average of 10 to 13 hours of sunshine a day. It is rich in history, culture, natural reserves, beautiful beaches and prodigious fortresses. Croatia starred as the iconic King’s Landing in the Game of Thrones. Croatia’s beauties include the Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Plitvice National Park is a magical pristine world of woodland, lakes, waterfalls and caverns. The park is famous for its chain of 16 lakes arranged in cascades.
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Besides her historic and natural beauty, Croatia has also become a favorite for the jet setters with cosmopolitan clubs and glamorous hotels lining the shores.
DAY 1 - SPLIT Split is the economic and administrative center of Middle Dalmatia and Croatia’s second city. It is also the jumping-off point for exploration of the coast and islands of the beautiful Croatian Adriatic. The site was first settled when, at the end of the third century, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here, which today is another of the area’s UNESCO sites and well worth a visit to its incredibly preserved remains.
THINGS TO DO Escape to the Beach Split has some of the most remote and beautiful beaches that can only be reached by boat. Your captain can take you to some of the top choices.
Diocletean Palace Explore the palace featured in the Game of Thrones series. While there, you can see Ivan Meštrovic’s gigantic statue of Grgur Ninski (touch his toe for good luck) and the Figa i Pirija fountain on Marmontova Street.
Marjan Forest Park Take a stroll through the hillside pines of the park for great city panoramics. During your hike you can find hidden among the trees, several small churches and a hermitage built into a rock face. Reward your efforts with a sundowner at the Teraca Vidilica Café bar.
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Zrno Soli - Zrno Soli, meaning ‘Grain of Salt’, is perfect for imaginative dishes with great view over the marina.
Zoi - Putting a modern twist to local ingredients, Zoi is ready to create a unforgettable experience. Kadena - Eat with breathtaking island views from Kadena’s chic terrace. Uje Oil Bar - Located inside the palace, this rustic bar expertly sources regional olive oils and seasonal Dalmatian ingredients. While there, you can participate in a guided olive-oil tasting! Bokeria Kitchen & Wine Bar - Once a former hardware store, Bokeria serves satisfying Mediterranean cuisines with a Damlmatian essence.
DAY 2 - TROGIR The historic town centre of Trogir is a pedestrianizeddistrict that is like an outdoor museum. Finely-carved facades, elegant churches and palaces, Renaissancegates and medieval streets reflect Dalmatian art and architecture at its best.
THINGS TO DO Trogir’s Old Town
The City Hall - Duke’s Palace
St. Lawrence Cathedral & Bell Tower
Town Museum
Central Square
Roman Ruins of Salona
Fortress Kamerlengo North Gate Palace Cipiko
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Konoba Trs - Just off cathedral square, this rustic tavern if known for its imaginative use of local ingredients also its must-see vine canopy courtyard.
Trs - Located in the city center, Trs Tavern is named after its vine lattice that shelters the terrace. Go on a tastebud journey at this traditional gastronomic temple. Restoran Calebotta - This restaurant highlights three segments: A inner part with a wine shop, the garden, and the front yard. Feel the energy of Trogir as you enjoy their fish specials.
Tragos - In the heart of the city center, Tragos serves exceptional Dalmatian food with great seafood and meat options.
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Alka - This longstanding restaurant has tons of meat specialties listed on its huge menu.
DAY 3 - SOLTA Relax in the laidback island of Solta. Here you will find crystal clear waters, beaches lined with numerous pebbles, and a peaceful ambience.
THINGS TO DO Scuba Diving Dive the most popular diving destinations: Livka, Stračinska, Senjska and Jorja bay
Ostrich Farm Not far from Gornji Selo, come face to face with one of Africa’s beautiful creatures, the ostrich, and see how well they have adapted to island life.
Medieval Archery Take a medieval archery course and learn how to use a bow and arrow at the Oliveto archery club.
Taste Dobricic Wine Taste an authentic wine variety called Dobricic, which is one of the parents to the popular wine Playac Mali.
Learn about Olive Oil Making Traditions Learn why Solta is famous for its olive trees and olive oil making traditions.
Visit a Local Beekeeper’s Farm Take a workshop at a local beekeeper’s farm and learn how honey is extracted.
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE “Sampjer” - Located in the village of Maslinica, Sampjer offers magnificent views of the 11 Croatian Islands. Martinis Marchi Restaurant - Perfect for wine lovers, this restaurant features an extensive wine celler. Find it inside the island’s premier hotel and resort
DAY 4 - BRAC Brac is famous for two things: its radiant white stone, used to build Diocletian’s Palace in Split, and Zlatni Rat, the long pebbly beach at Bol that extends lasciviously into the Adriatic and adorns 90% of Croatia’s tourism posters.
THINGS TO DO Pustinja Blaca Also known as the Boaca Monastery, Pustinjia Blaca is located in the middle of nowhere and serves as a museum after the last monk died 50 years ago.
Škrip Škrip is a tiny village highlighted with picturesque stone houses and remains of an old castle. When you visit you can buy local produce, such as wine and olive oil and explore the Museum of Oil, where you will learn the porcess of making olive oil.
Supetar As the biggest and busiest town in Brac, Supetar offers a vast selection of shops, restaurants, and hotels.
Milna This small town has many nice restaurants and is a perfect place to come for lunch or dinner.
Aria Restaurant - Taste island flavors under the direction of reknown chef Mario Čepek. Kastil Gospodnetic - Enjoy homemade dishes from this family-owned renaissance tavern. Before dinner, you can also take a tour through the Venetian castle and discover how people lived in a noble house in the late 19th century in Dalmatia.
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DAY 5-6 - HVAR Hvar town is often called Croatia’s St. Tropez. Itsa place to see and to be seen, Croatia’s busiest destination. Highlights of the port town Hvar include its 13th-century walls, a hilltop fortress and a main square anchored by the Renaissance-era Hvar Cathedral.
THINGS TO DO The Pakleni Islands Explore these gorgeous islands infront of Hvar Town. You can walk along the best beaches in Croatia as you escape from crowds.
Wine Tour Plan a wine tour with one of five best tours in Hvar. Try wine made with several indigenous grapes that are only found in Hvar.
Off-road Jeep Safari Go off-road in a jeep as you make your way over the island and into Dalmatia’s rich heritage.
Walking Tour of Hvar Explore the many treasures Hvar has to offer such as incredible views of the Pakleni Islands, Europe’s oldest theatre, the Arsenal, and the birthplace of Ivan Vucetic.
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Giaxa - Perfect for local seafood, housemade pastas, and lamb and beef dishes. Laganini Lounge Bar Fish House - Try exotic seafood as you enjoy the stunning Vinogradisce Bay. Bonj Les Bains - Hvar - Starting in 1927, Bonj Les exudes retro-Mediterranean luxury and is known as one of the hottest beach clubs in Europe. Carpe Diem Beach - Enjoy the party atmosphere from noon till dawn at this Ibiza style beach club. Come between mid-June to the end of August during their high season for the best experience.
DAY 7 - VIS Explore the wines cellars and savor their delicious seafood and local wines while on VIS. Don’t leave without visiting the Blue Cave on Bisevo Island.
THINGS TO DO The Blue Cave Also known as the Blue Grotto, the Blue Cave is famous for its mesmerizing blue light that fills the space during certain times of the day.
MAMMA MIA - HERE WE GO AGAIN Movie Location See where Mamma Mia - Here We Go Again was filmed. Filming locations include Vis Town, Komiza, Stiniva Beach, and Barjoska Beach.
Spend a Day at These Two Beaches Stiniva - Winner of the “Best Beach in Europe”. Stiniva is closed in by two rocky cliffs, with a gorgeous pebble beach with a small cafe set off to the side. Smokova - A famous destination for boaters and natural beach lovers with remains of a WWII aircraft wing just off the shore.
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Pojoda - Popular among locals, Pojoda is known for its local Vis cooking and fresh seafood.
This dish should be ordered the day before or when you book a reservation. Choose from lamb, fish and octopus.
Villa Kaliopa - One of the smallest restaurants in town, Villa Kaliopa is located in the beautiful garden of the 16th century Garibaldi Palace.
Restaurant Val - Specializing in shellfish, Val has the perfect terrace for overlooking the bay. Check out their featured vegetable dishes including a memorable caponata.
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Roki’s - Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, Roki’s is the place to come for their one-of-a-kind Peka.
DAY 8 - LASTOVO The pristine natural beauty of Lastovo Island sparked the government to name it a protected “Nature Park”. Veli Lago, is a stunning protected bay on the south of the island, is a ‘must sail to’ secret.
THINGS TO DO Relax on the quiet beaches Eat locally caught seafood Go hiking on island trails Stargaze at Hum Cycle the islands main road Snorkle the crystal clear waters offshore
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Konoba Augusta Insula - Specializing in delicious lobsters, this Jurica family run taverna prepares food the traditional way.
Konoba Fumari Lastovo - Popular with varied appetizers, this restaurant has a tree-shaded terracecum-garden that attracts return custom.
Konoba Santor - Right on the waterfront, take your tastebuds on an adventure with its succulent octopus, prepared under a cooking bell, lobster and squid. It also has its own-made red and white wines.
DAY 9 - MLJET A favorite destination, Mljet boasts its National Park surrounding the saltwater lakes, Malo Malo Jezero and Veliko Jezero. You can stroll along the lakes on paths shaded by pine trees, bicycle through the park, rent a kayak to paddle the lakes or simply swim the clear, blue water.
THINGS TO DO Odysseus Cave According to legend, Odysseus was ship wrecked on Mljet Island and swam to this cave, where he met Calypso. Take a swim in this cave’s turquoise waters.
Sandy Bay of Saplunara Once a filming location of the Croatian TV Series “Survivor, this gorgeous, horseshoe shaped beach is well worth the visit.
St. Mary’s Island This national park takes up a large part of Mljet Island and is home to a myriad of flora and fauna plus beautiful beaches.
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Tavern Maestral - Open for the past 12 years, this restaurant uses only local cuisine and ingredients.
Restaurant “Stermasi” - A proud user of its organic ingredients, Stermasi has its own garden where they grow 21 different types of fruits and vegetables.
stunning food with fair prices and a fantastic view.
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Sutvid Mussels & Oyster Buffet - Home of the freshest mussels and fish with absolutely
DAY 10 - KORCULA The town of Korcula is known for the medieval towers and walls fortifying its harbor. It is one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic Sea. The island itself is rich in art and culture, as well as beautiful nature with breathtaking secluded beaches like the famous Vela Przina sandy beach in Lumbarda bay.
THINGS TO DO Visit the Winemaker Taste famous white wine from all over the island - the most famous, Posip.
Islet Hopping You can visit a former stone quarry, one of the Adriatic’s top beach bars, even a lighthouse.
Marco Polo House Explore the supposed home of the world’s famous traveller as you enjoy a walking tour of the old town.
Moresksa Sword Dancers Every in seasonThursday night, visit the old town to see a spectacular performance of a proud tradition, Sword Dancing.
Vela Luka’s 30,000 Year Old Cave One of the greatest archaelogical finds in Croatia, discover evidence of early human habitation.
RESTAURANTS & NIGHT LIFE Filippi - Perfect for pasta lovers of all kind - a Korculan specialty. Punkufer’s Report - Great for an overview of the wine and dine scene. Silk - Offers Asian food prepared by top Malaysian chefs. Marendin - Experience Dalmatian Tapas with Ante and Matko.
DAY 11 - SPLIT - DISEMBARK
CROATIA
OVERVIEW TIME ZONE:
Central European Time Zone
CURRENCY:
Croatian Kuna
CLIMATE:
Summer: Dry and warm
Winter: Moderate and wet
The warmest month above 22°C over average.
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