Adriatic Delights Cruise & Private Land Tour

Welcome to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” Our driver will meet you at the airport for a private transfer to your hotel in the city. You’ll soon discover how it got its nickname, with its magnificence revealed as soon as you step into the Old Town. As you’ll have the rest of the day at your leisurely, you may want to enjoy the pedestrianized streets on your own to shop for souvenirs, unwind in one of the many restaurants or cafes, or take a ride up to the top of Mount Srd via cable car for a spectacular view of the historic center, neighboring islands and the glistening expanse of the sea.

• Hotel Accommodation:Hotel More

Today you’ll be able to board the elegant vessel that will bring you on the island-hopping portion of your tour. You’ll be transferred from your hotel (or the airport if you’re arriving in Dubrovnik today) to Gruz Harbor. You’ll enjoy a warm welcome and assistance at boarding, with embarkation from 2 pm onward. The friendly crew will show you around the vessel, with time to settle into your cabin, enjoy a welcome drink, and brief safety speech before embarking on a guided walking tour of Old City Dubrovnik. The reason it was listed as a UNESCO site will be revealed, including many Renaissance-Gothic buildings. Enjoy time on your own to explore and dine in one of the outstanding restaurants afterward.

• Excursions Included:Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik
• Meals Included:Breakfast

Today we will sail to the charming village of Slano, situated on the mainland. You can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery, as we cruise around Dubrovnik’s city walls before heading in the direction of the Elaphiti islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in charming Slano, this traditional fisherman’s village was once fortified and is famous for its oysters. From Slano we head towards Ston, a sought-after seaside town that is known for its oyster production. You will take a small boat out into the middle of the estuary and enjoy sampling fresh oysters directly from the sea with a dash of lime and some locally produced wine. Return to the ship for the Welcome Dinner onboard.

• Excursions Included:Oyster farm tour and tasting in Ston
• Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch and Welcome Dinner

Cruising north our next stop begins the island-hopping portion of your tour. You’ll get to visit Mljet Island with a walk along the shores of its famous pair of saltwater lakes, the largest of which has a tiny islet in the middle that hosts an ancient monastery and church. After returning to the ship we sail to picturesque Korcula. Famous as the birthplace of explorer Marco Polo, you’ll meet our local guide just outside of the walled Old Town for a walking tour through the historic interior, viewing Venetian-Gothic buildings like St. Mark’s Cathedral, Arneri Palace, and the Bishop’s treasury while learning more about the landmarks as well as the history of Korcula itself. Afterward, you’ll have leisurely time this evening to sample the delicious traditional eats found in the many outstanding cafes and restaurants.

• Excursions Included:Entrance fees to the Mljet National Park, and guided walking tour of Korcula
• Meals Included:Breakfast and Lunch

Departing for Hvar, the ship will wind through the stunning Pakleni islands, surrounded by clear aquamarine water. The captain will find an idyllic, secluded bay for a tranquil swim before continuing to Hvar for a visit to a family-run winery. You’ll learn about how its indigenous wines are produced and enjoy a tasting. The rest of the day is all yours, perfect for exploring historical landmarks like Spanjola Fortress with its panoramic view and centuries-old buildings like St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Afterward, delve into the world-class dining and nightlife, with everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to trendy clubs.

• Excursions Included:Hvar family winery visit with a tasting
• Meals Included:Breakfast and Lunch

We depart from Hvar and continue with our cruise to the island of Vis after breakfast. On route, we head to Bisevo to explore the breathtaking Blue Cave. This is truly a natural marvel, a sea grotto of illuminated light. (Please note that entry to the Blue Cave is subject to weather and sea conditions and therefore the entry fee of EUR30pp is payable on the day). Once we arrive in Vis, guests will have the opportunity to explore the town’s pristine marina dotted with little cafes and quaint shops. For those feeling a bit more energetic, take a walk up to Fort George an abandoned fort that enjoys idyllic sunset views over the island and is the perfect spot for a sunset drink.

• Optional Excursion:Guided tour of the Blue Cave (Subject to weather conditions)
• Meals Included:Breakfast and Lunch

Departing Vis, the captain will find another secluded spot for a swim stop en route to medieval Old Town Trogir on the mainland. Upon arrival, choose from one of two tours: a guided walk through the maze of backstreets lined with stunning medieval architecture in Trogir’s UNESCO-listed Old Town or a guided tour of ancient Split, accessed by bus. It includes the historical center, nearly half of which is covered by the vast, late 3rd-century AD Diocletian’s Palace with some of the world’s most impeccably preserved Roman-era buildings. This evening, you can enjoy dinner on your own in either Trogir or Split.

• Excursions Included:Guided walking tour of Trogir or Split
• Meals Included:Breakfast and Lunch

The ship departs Trogir early, stopping for a final swim on the way to Omis, located where the Adriatic meets the Cetina River. Upon arrival, enjoy leisure time to explore the town’s rich past, including Mirabella Fortress, dating to the 13th century, which was once used as a lookout by pirates, and the 15th-century Starigrad Fortress. If you want to relax on the beach, you’ll find nearly a half-mile of sand at Velika plaza near the Old Town, ideal for swimming with shallow, turquoise water. Return to the ship in time to prepare for the evening’s Captain’s Dinner with live entertainment.

• Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch and Captain's Dinner

After a final breakfast on-board you’ll disembark the cruise in Omis. The rest of your journey will travel by land with a private driver, starting with a scenic drive to one of the world’s most breathtaking sights, and Croatia’s most popular attractions, on a guided walking tour. Images of Plitvice Lakes National Park often go viral thanks to its stunning natural beauty with 16 spectacular lakes with crystal clear blue-green waters that have been flowing over the limestone and chalk for thousands of years, creating calm pools and countless cascading falls, along with caves and rivers. You’ll ride about across one of the lakes and end the experience with a panoramic train ride that will bring you back to the entrance.

• Hotel Accommodation:Hotel Degenija
• Excursions Included:Guided walking tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park
• Meals Included:Breakfast

A private transfer will bring you from Plitvice Lakes to the world-renowned seaside town of Rovinj. Enjoy the afternoon to take in the beautiful cobbled medieval streets of Rovinj with its stunning sea view vistas. This evening we recommend sampling one of Rovinj’s popular restaurants such as La Puntalina which enjoys spectacular sunset views and delicious freshly caught seafood.

• Hotel Accommodation:Hotel Adriatic
• Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the highlights of beautiful Istria while savoring its many flavors on this private tour. Begin by following your guide through Hum, tasting its local products – while it may be the world’s smallest town with just one street looping around its historic walls, it has an especially enchanting atmosphere. Next, visit a truffle hunting family near the village of Buzet for a light lunch with truffle tasting and a presentation of truffle products, followed by a visit to the hilltop village of Motovun, which is arguably Istria’s most beautiful hill town. Enjoy a final wine tasting in Vizinada before returning to your hotel.

• Hotel Accommodation:Hotel Adriatic
• Excursions Included:Private Istria Delights tour
• Meals Included:Breakfast and light truffle lunch

After breakfast this morning your trip with us ends with a private transfer to either Zagreb Airport or Venice Airport. If you would like to customize this itinerary and add a few extra days in Venice or Zagreb, please discuss this with our Croatia travel specialists who will be happy to assist with this.

• Meals Included:Breakfast