Luxury Dubrovnik to Split Balcony Cruise

Your grand adventure begins with a transfer from Dubrovnik Airport or your hotel in Dubrovnik. You’ll be met by our welcoming driver for a transfer to your ship that awaits in Gruz Harbour. Check in is anytime from 2 p.m. if you have an early arrival. Then set off with our expert local guide for a walking tour of Dubrovnik’s beautiful UNESCO listed fortified Old City. Afterwards, get to know your captain, crew and fellow passengers at the Welcome Reception on board.

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

The first stop on the journey will be on the mainland with a visit to the fishing village of Slano. It sits at the entrance to another fortified village, Ston. Here you’ll be able to gaze up at its medieval ramparts and take a stroll along the coast to a sought after family run oyster farm. Enjoy a short boat ride and shot of grappa on route to the unique oyster harvesting spot. On arrival enjoy fresh oysters, mussels and wine in this beautiful location. Return to Slano after the oyster tasting for the captain’s dinner.

• Excursions Included: Fresh oyster tasting experience at an oyster farm in Ston
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Captain’s Dinner with live entertainment

An early departure takes us to lush Mljet Island to explore Mljet National Park with its two famous saltwater lakes surrounded by lush greenery. Once back onboard, we sail to the alleged birthplace of explorer Marco Polo. Meet our guide at the steps of the entrance to its fairy tale-like walled Old Town noting the many influences left by its Venetian past. Afterwards, enjoy an optional traditional Croatian dinner hosted at a family run restaurant which is a favorite with our guests.

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

We’ll make our way toward island known for offering a slice of “the Mediterranean as it once was,” Vis, stopping on route for an extended swim. Vis was once a strategic Yugoslav naval base and off , which was closed down to the public for 40 years as a military base leaving it largely undeveloped, you’ll have free time to explore this charming picturesque town. If you are feeling energetic take a walk up to Fort George which enjoys breath taking views over Vis and is a gorgeous spot to enjoy a drink and watch the sunset.

• Excursions Included: Wine and olive oil tasting presentation on board
• Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Our next stop is the island renowned for attracting international jetsetters with rows of superyachts docked in its harbour. On route, we stop at Bisevo Island to explore the breath-taking Blue Cave. This is truly a natural marvel, a sea grotto of illuminated light. Enjoy a guided boat tour within the cave to experience this beautiful phenomenon. Please note that entry to the Blue Cave is subject to weather and sea conditions and therefore the entry fee of EUR20pp is payable on the day.  On arrival in Hvar you’ll get a short tour that will get you familiar with its Old Town, rich in history and impressive architecture before taking off on a wine tasting tour at one of the island’s most popular family-run wineries. Afterward, return to Hvar Town and spend your evening dining alfresco in one of the town’s superb restaurants with idyllic sunset views.

• Excursions Included: Guided tour of the Blue Cave (entrance fee payable locally) and wine tasting tour on Hvar Island
• Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

The charming medieval town of Trogir is our next destination today. This UNESCO-listed gem with its pristine marina is often compared to a mini-Venice. On route though we have a very special swim stop planned at one of the most famous beaches in the world, the gorgeous Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn Beach). On arrival, we will have a fabulous trip to the stunning Krka Waterfalls National Park. Enjoy the afternoon admiring the beautiful waterfalls and lakes and stroll along pathways winding through the lush flora. Enjoy a picturesque photo stop in front of the stunning Skradinski Buk waterfall. Return to Trogir where you can explore the labyrinth of backstreets and medieval alleyways and discover the hidden gems.

• Excursions Included: Entrance and guided tour of Krka Waterfalls National Park
• Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

The final destination of our cruise brings us to the stunning UNESCO listed city of Split with its impressive Diocletian Palace. Our local guide will give you a guided walking tour of the palace and its wonderfully preserved Roman built architecture and underground substructures. See where several scenes of the hit series Game of Thrones was filmed and how locals still happily live within the Old Town and Palace.

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

Get your bags packed and ready for departure and then join your fellow passengers and crew for breakfast and farewells. Our driver will transfer you to your onward hotel in Split, or to Split Airport for your return flight home.

• Excursions Included: N/A
• Meals Included: Breakfast