Dubrovnik – Elaphiti Islands – Slano – Mljet – Vis – Bisevo – Hvar – Bol – Split
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Ship
MS Equator: Year of construction: 2017
Length: 39.6 m / 129.11 feet
Width: 8 m / 26 feet
Cabins: 18
Capacity: 38 passengers
Speed: 12 NM
Jacuzzi & Sun deck with sunbeds
Salon/Restaurant & Bar
Cabins with private bathroom, A/C & LCD TV
Free Wi-Fi on board
Lower and Main deck packages available!
Day 1: DUBROVNIK, Arrival Saturday (WR, D)
You will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport or your Dubrovnik hotel to harbour, where embarkation begins at 13:00h.Get settled in your cabin before attending a welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Day 2: DUBROVNIK – ELAPHITI ISLANDS – SLANO (Oyster tasting), Sunday (B, T, D)
Start the day with a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic” and a UNESCO World heritage site. You will visit the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s third oldest pharmacy, the Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral. After returning to ship enjoy the magic scenery as the ship cruises around Dubrovnik city walls before continuing to one of the Elaphiti islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, once fortified small village famous for its oysters. After exploring the town’s medieval ramparts we leave to a small nearby village to learn more about oysters and tasting this delicious treat. Time at leisure and return transfer to ship. Overnight in Slano.
Day 3: SLANO – MLJET NATIONAL PARK, Monday (B, L)
In the morning we head further north to the Island of Mljet. The legend says Greek hero Odysseus spent years on this island when he was captured by the nymph Calypso. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy the boat ride to the St Mary Isle to visit an ancient Benedictine monastery, an old abbey and a Church dating back to the 12th Century. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Overnight in port Pomena.
Day 4: MLJET – KORČULA, Tuesday (B, L)
Continue our cruise towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants to enjoy a gourmet experience and numerous bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.
Day 5: KORČULA – VIS, Wednesday (B, L, CD)
Cruise towards the island of Vis, the antique Issa, was founded around 397 B.C. Once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it really interesting to visit.. Try some exquisite wine sorts in one of the Vis traditional wineries. If interested, visit the remains of the Roman thermal place, City museum or simply take a walk enjoying the views. Overnight in the port of Vis and enjoy Captain`s dinner on board.
Day 6: VIS – BIŠEVO –HVAR, Thursday (B, L)
Early in the morning we sail to small island Biševo to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. As sometimes weather conditions can be very unpredictable, the possibility of our visit will depend on those conditions, however you will be notified of this on time. Continue towards the jet-set island Hvar with a swim stop and lunch on board. Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic is known for lavish lavender fields and breathtaking beauty. Afternoon arrival in Hvar town followed by a tour of the town – the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower, and the oldest community theatre in Europe founded in 1612. In the evening Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment – numerous restaurants, bars and cafes are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar.
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Hvar harbor (during peak season in July and August) port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad/Jelsa. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Hvar.
Day 7: HVAR – BOL- SPLIT, Friday (B, L)
Early morning departure to Brač island where swimming is planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat near Bol – whose pebbles shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change in shape. Continue to Split to enjoy a guided tour of the city upon arrival, a walking tour shows off 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, it`s Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter`s temple, the Peristyle and many other unique sites. Overnight in Split.
Day 8: SPLIT, Departure Saturday (B)
After breakfast it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik airport or your Dubrovnik hotel.
B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception, T-Tasting, CD-Capitan’s Dinner
From Deposit payment – 60 days prior to departure: Deposit
60 – 30 days prior to departure: Deposit + 10% of the tour rate
29 – 9 days prior to departure: Deposit + 25% of the tour rate
8 – 1 days prior to departure: Deposit + 50% of the tour rate
0 and no show: 100% of the tour rate