A Croatian Journey Deluxe 2024 (Opatija - Dubrovnik)

DAY 1 Opatija - Rab
Welcome to Opatija! Please make your own way to Opatija harbour where your ship will be docked. The check in time is from 12.00hrs and the cruise will depart at 13.00hrs, heading to Rab; the “island of love”. Here, you can explore the city encircled by medieval walls, with its Romanesque church towers, palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Enjoy the “gallery” on the streets and squares where many painters and artists exhibit their works. After a guided city tour, you can enjoy a tasting of the famous Rab cake. According to the legend, the recipe for Rab cake was created by nuns in the monastery when catering to the visiting Pope.

Meals included: Lunch

DAY 2 Rab - Zadar
After breakfast set sail for Zadar, the oldest university town in Croatia and well known for its rich historical heritage of world importance. Join a guided walking tour to see the Roman Forum from the 1st century, St. Donat church from the 9th century - the most famous medieval basilica and the symbol of the city, mighty city walls, over 30 churches, museums and former noble families' palaces and villas in the old town. Also, see the more modern additions, the famous Sea Organs and “Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Both located on the city's waterfront, it is a magical spot to watch the sunset.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 3 Zadar - Krka National Park - Sibenik
This morning, continue your journey on to Skradin from where you will visit a local winery for wine tasting and tapas lunch. On return to Skradin take a walk through the Krka Waterfalls National Park, with an opportunity to visit “Skradinski Buk”, the most popular part of the waterfall area. In the late afternoon, you will cruise towards Sibenik, situated in the central region of the Croatian Adriatic coast. Abundant in historical and cultural monuments and the most important being the UNESCO listed Cathedral of St. James.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 4 Sibenik - Split
Your cruise continues to Split, the UNESCO protected capital of Dalmatian region and the second largest city in Croatia that was once the palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Upon arrival, your local guide will take you for a walk through the bustling Old Town centre and market. Make sure to visit the Split waterfront where there is always lots happening along the beautiful wide promenade with a fun and lively atmosphere.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 5 Split - Metkovic
Today, continue your voyage to Metkovic, situated on the bank of great river Neretva, followed by a barge ride to explore more of this wonderful scenery known for mandarin plantations. Visit the archaeological museum exhibiting the remains of a Roman temple – the Augusteum – and 17 marble statues. Discover places where the ancient Illyrians, Greeks, Romans once sailed, and the pirates of Neretva planned their raids of enemy galleys. Discover the allure of one of the last wetland areas on the European continent, its flora and fauna, the diversity of wild birds and the traditional lifestyle of the Neretva people. This evening, enjoy a Captain’s dinner with live entertainment on board.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 6 Metkovic - Korcula
Depart towards Korcula, the supposed birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Surrounded by medieval walls, Korcula resembles a miniature Dubrovnik, and is the only place in the world where the Spanish medieval knight's game - Moreska is performed. On arrival, enjoy a walking tour through the winding streets of the Old Town built in the shape of a fish bone. There are plenty of choices for dinner tonight from simple konobas, restaurants or cool bars.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 7 Korcula - Dubrovnik
Experience magnificent views en route to your final destination – Dubrovnik - 'the Pearl of the Adriatic'. Before docking at Gruz harbour, cruise alongside the old Dubrovnik city walls while lunch is served onboard. Afterwards, transfer to the Old Town for the guided walking tour of this magical town. After the tour, the remainder of the day and evening is free for you to further explore on your own. For those with more enthusiasm, we recommend a walk on top of the 1940 m long city walls or take the cable car up to Srd Mountain for scenic views of the Walls and Elaphiti Islands.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 8 Dubrovnik
Your cruise concludes in Dubrovnik with a departure transfer to Dubrovnik airport.

Meals included: Breakfast