ROUTE K220, DUBROVNIK - VENICE
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Day 1, Dubrovnik arrival, Saturday
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.
Day 2, Dubrovnik – Mljet – Korčula,Sunday
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 Korčula, believed to be the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. Dinner tonight is on board.
Day 3, Korčula – Hvar, Monday
This morning, after breakfast, we take a walking tour through the narrow, cobble-stone streets of Korčula town. Our visit includes a visit to the majestic Gothic-Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Afterward, we board our ship again and enjoy 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.
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.
Day 4, Hvar – Bol – Split, Tuesday
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.
Day 5, Split – Trogir – Šibenik, Wednesday
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 Šibenik, with a stop for a swim on the way.
In Šibenik, a walking tour shows us the highlights of the city, then our evening is at leisure.
Day 6, Šibenik – Sali, Thursday
The Šibenik area is home to two National Parks: Krka, with it's 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.
Day 7, Sali – Zadar, Friday
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.
Day 8, Zadar - Opatija, Saturday
After breakfast, we disembark and bid farewell to our crew. We journey north by motorcoach for a visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, we enjoy the breathtaking beauty while we walk around several of the lower lakes. The Park is a natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Afterward, we motor on to Opatija where dinner is served at our hotel.
Day 9, in Opatija: Excursion to Pula and Rovinj, Sunday
After breakfast, we drive to Pula for an orientation tour of this strategic port city. We visit the preserved Amphitheater, the sixth largest in the
world. Then we continue on to the beautiful resort of Rovinj. There’s free time to explore the old town and its narrow streets before we return to Opatija.
Day 10, Opatija – Postojna – Venice, Monday
After breakfast, we travel to Slovenia and visit the unique and beautiful Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. We tour this wondrous
subterranean world by miniature electric train. Later, we continue to Italy where Venice beckons with its idyllic setting on 119 islands.
Day 11, Venice, Tuesday
We begin our exploration of Venice with a boat ride to Murano Island, famous for its artistic glassware. In a working glass factory, we see master craftsmen demonstrate the art of traditional Venetian
glassblowing. We then depat for St. Mark’s Square, for a walking tour with visits of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. We take in views of the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop, or perhaps join an optional gondola ride. In the evening, we gather for a farewell dinner
in a local restaurant.
Day 12, depart Venice, Wednesday
You will be transferred to Venice’s airport for your flight home
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- 2 nights in hotel in Opatija and 2 nights in hotel in Venice
- Arrival shared transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to hotel and departure shared transfer from the hotel in Venice to Venice Airport on the first and the last days of the tour
- 7-night accommodation on board (supreme category boat) in a cabin with private bathroom, A/C and LCD TV
- Daily buffet breakfast
- 6 lunches (4 courses) during cruise
- Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Dinner during cruise
- Water dispenser during cruise
- Complementary fresh fruits available daily during the cruise
- Professional English-speaking Cruise Manager
- Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek during cruise
- Luggage handling
- Free Wi-Fi
- 1 dinner at Hotel
- Farewell dinner in Venice
- Air-conditioned motorcoach throughout
- English-speaking tour director throughout for land portion
- Licensed Local Guides
- Whisper technology enhanced touring
- Hotel taxes
SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED
- Local guides for sightseeing tours of Plitvice National Park, Pula, Postojna, Venice
- Entrance fees to Plitvice lower lakes, Pula Amphitheater, Postojna cave, Venice glass factory, St. Mark’s Basilica, Dodge’s Palace,
- City tours of Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar, Split, Šibenik and Zadar
- Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park and Krka National Park and Kornati National Park
- Entrances to: Church St. Donat, Maraschino liqueur tasting, Diocletina’s Palace, Cathedral of St. Mark, rector’s Palace, Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
- Drinks, extra meals
- Port tax + Tourist tax 35 EUR net per person
(To be paid by invoice)
- All other entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
HOTEL LIST
- Opatija: GH Adriatic or similar
- Venice: Carlton on the Grand Canal or similar
SUPREME SHIP
PREMIER
Premier is a wonderful ship in our Supreme category.
She is built in 2021 and is equipped with all the modern standards.
The ship is suitable for 38 guests in 19 luxury cabins.
Length: 55 meters (180FT)
Width: 8,8 meters (28,8FT)
Extra's: Swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna
PRICES
Available dates | Price per person |
Double occupancy, for a lower deck cabin | |
May 28 | € 2945 |
June 11, 25 | € 2945 |
September 3, 17 | € 2945 |
October 1 | € 2945 |
Single room supplement | € 1535 |
Main deck supplement | € 225 |