Across the sea from Italy lies Croatia, a land where the physical beauty of the coastline and the architectural brilliance of the buildings rival those of other parts of Europe. Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast offers travelers a chance to experience a scenic blend of natural beauty and a string of wonderfully preserved medieval and Renaissance towns that have gone largely unchanged since the days when Dalmatia was an integral part of the Venetian Empire. Croatia’s unique blend of Mediterranean languor, medieval tradition, and artistic accomplishment is unique and affords nothing but pure enchantment. Our voyage aboard a private 38-guest vessel is perfect for exploring this region and its small, unspoiled ports, inaccessible to larger cruise ships.
October 4-12, 2019
From $3,499 Cruise & airfare if reserved by 3/29/2019
9 days, 7 nights including airfare from San Diego.
Cruise Ship: M/S Splendid
Launched in 2014, the M/S Splendid is a delightful small ship, built exclusively for cruising along the Adriatic Coast. More like a private yacht, she is a perfect vessel for exploring smaller ports, and remote islands where big ships simply don't go. The M/S Splendid accommodates only 38 guests in 19 beautifully appointed cabins. All cabins face outside and are equipped with private facilities, air-conditioning, a safe, radio, and hair-dryer.
Destination Highlights
- Pack and unpack only once
- Private-style cruise experience
- Spend leisurely days navigating through the island dapples turquoise waters of the Adriatic
- Cruise the fjord like inlets and beautiful bays
- Dock beneath the ancient battlements of coastal towns
- Explore celebrated Dubrovnik, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities
- Experience splendid Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque art and architecture
- Stroll through the lavender-scented lanes in Hvar
- Island of Brac
- The Old Town of Bol
- Explore Split, Croatia's second largest city
- Discover city-within-a-city of the Diocletian's Palace in Split
- Visit Korcula where medieval streets are laid out in perfect proportioned squares and life goes on uninterrupted much the way it has for the past millennium
- Mljet National Park
- Village life of Dubrovnik hinterland
Tour Features
- Round Trip Air Transportation - Air transportation from San Diego
- First-Class Accommodations - 7 nights on board the elegant M/S Splendid. All staterooms outside, each with private facilities, air-conditioning/heating, a safe, radio, and hair-dryer
- Superb Cuisine - 15 included meals consisting of 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 2 dinners. Complimentary fresh fruit and bottled water available in the lounge daily
- Ports of Call - Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Bol, Split, Pucisca, Makarska and Mljet
- Sightseeing Tour Program- For your enjoyment we have walking guided tours in Dubrovnik, Split, Korcula, and Hvar
- Cultural Discovery Series - Our program encompasses cultural connections, in-depth learning on the local economy and social systems, and interaction with locals such as learning about wine productions on the island of Hvar, a visit to the Stonemasonry school on the island of Brac, and a performance by a local acapella singing group on board
- Professional Cruise Director - Assistance of an experienced cruise director on board
- Professional Tour Guide - Assistance of a professional local guide during city sightseeing tours and transfers airport/boat/airport
- Baggage Handling and Transfers - Baggage handling for one piece of checked luggage outside of the airport to the boat
- Fuel Taxes, Surcharges and Port Taxes - All ship's port taxes and fees