The best way to explore the Croation’s Islands and the most important port of Split and Dubrovnik with its rich hidden Jewish heritage.
UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER TOUR IN CROATIA AND ISLANDS IN OUR LUXURY YACHT
8 Days - July 22nd - July 29th, 2023DAY 1
Shabbat, July 22nd
SPLIT
Welcome to Split. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our representative and to Split harbour to jump aboard our Luxury Yacht, check in to your cabins and we ready to go. However, if arriving early, you’ll be able to safely deposit your luggage aboard the ship. After settling in, join our local guide for a tour of Split’s old town to get acquainted with emperor Diocletian’s Palace and learn about the rich heritage of Split’s millennial history, visit the local synagogue and hopefully meet some members of this small community.
In the evening, we will serve the Welcoming Dinner aboard the ship and your Yacht manager that will introduce you to the entire crew.
Overnight in Split
Meals on board: dinner
DAY 2
Sunday, July 23rd
SPLIT – STARI GRAD, HAVAR
Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for the island of Brač. Before lunch on board, you will have time to enjoy a swim stop along the beautiful Brač island. After the swim stop, we continue on our way towards the town of Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, where we will arrive in the early hours of the afternoon. After arrival, you will have some free time to enjoy Stari Grad at your own pace. Later in the afternoon we will visit the UNESCO protected Stari Grad Plain, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful sunset and the traditional local products of the Hora farmstead and a tasty “peka” dinner, surrounded by olive groves and fields of lavender. If you want to visit the town of Hvar in the evening, it is a short half hour drive from Stari Grad our group will have our local transfer to get you there and back.
Overnight in Star grad.
Meals on board: breakfast, lunch and tasting
DAY 3
Monday, July 24th
STARI GRAD – VIS
Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for the island of Vis. With lunch served on board, we will enjoy a swim stop at the Paklinski Islands. The island of Vis, formerly a major naval base, was closed to tourists from 1945 until the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 90’s, which helped preserve the authentic appearance of its villages. We will arrive in Vis in the afternoon. Our group will go all together to a special winery where we will learn about the wines of this special island and enjoy some wine tasting.
Free evening to explore the quaint town and enjoy its many treasures. located in the old Austrian fort Gospina batarija (Batteria della Madona) right on the shoreline or just a simple stroll along the seaside promenade as most of the bars and restaurants are located along it so you are sure to find a lovely place to have dinner. You can always get some good tips for dinner or points of interest from your cruise manager.
Overnight in Vis.
Meals on board: breakfast and lunch
DAY 4
Tuesday, July 25th
VIS- KORČULA
In the morning, before breakfast, we sail towards Biševo and the unique natural phenomenon that is the Blue Cave. The Blue Cave is a wonder of the Adriatic Sea and the most attractive sight of the island of Vis, and you will get to see for yourself why so many people visit it each year. After the visit to the Blue Cave* We set sail for Korčula, stopping along the way for a swim and lunch served on board. In the afternoon we arrive at Korčula, the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Our local guide will take you on a unique tour of the old town of Korčula. You will hear many interesting stories and legends about the city and the life of Marco Polo, the most famous son of Korčula. The casual approach to discovering the history and culture of Korčula will surely delight you. In the evening, we suggest you enjoy dinner in one of Korčula’s many exquisite restaurants. If unsure, you can always get some good tips for dinner or points of interest from your cruise manager.
Overnight in Korčula.
Meals on board: breakfast and lunch
*Please note that the Blue Cave is only accessible with small boats through an entrance just 1.5m high so it is unfortunately easily made inaccessible by bad weather and high waves.
DAY 5
Wednesday, July 26th
KORČULA – MLJET
Early in the morning, we depart for Mljet, one of the most beautiful and the most densely forested islands of the Adriatic. Isolated and untouched, the island is known for its mysticism, olive groves, vineyards, and rich forests. Take in the rich flora and fauna, and peacefully enjoy the pristine beauty of natural surroundings. Upon arrival in Pomena, a visit to a national park encompassing most of the island is planned. The park’s highlights are the two saltwater lakes – the Little Lake and the Big Lake with its Benedictine monastery on the Isle of St. Mary. Our group will have a chance to enjoy activities: Kayak or ride an electric bike. This evening you are invited to the Captain’s Dinner aboard the ship.
Overnight in Pomena.
Meals on board: breakfast, lunch, and Captain`s dinner
DAY 6
Thursday, July 27th
MLJET – SLANO
Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for Slano. On our way to Slano, we will stop for a swim in one of many picturesque bays dotting the coast. Upon arrival in Slano, we will embark on our gastronomic adventure in Ston, well known for its extensive medieval walls and long tradition of oyster farming, spanning over 2000 years. A short boat ride to the oyster farm in the middle of the bay and, with a glass of wine in hand, we’ll be tasting this natural aphrodisiac straight from the sea. Talk about a gourmet’s dream! (We will have the option to join the tour, enjoy the wine and NOT eat oysters 🙂 We return to our ship in the late afternoon and spend the night in Slano, where we will have the evening free to relax and enjoy the sunset. Your cruise manager will be on hand to assist with info about local sights and will have some suggestions for nice dinner spots.
Overnight in Slano.
Meals on board: breakfast, lunch, and tasting
DAY 7
Friday, July 28th
SLANO – DUBROVNIK
The last stop on our trip is Dubrovnik, a city that will welcome you with open arms, as it does for visitors from all parts of the world. Surrounded by its fabled medieval walls, Dubrovnik is widely known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Upon arrival we will visit the UNESCO-protected old town, and our group will have a Jewish Heritage tour of Dubrovnik with our Jewish guide, we will meet some members of the community and visit the Synagogue/Museum. After the walking tour, we leave you to explore the city on your own. Our ship will be docked at Gruž Harbour, and there are many options (taxis, buses, and Uber) to take you back to port when you are ready. As is true every day, your cruise manager will be on hand to offer some local knowledge and help you with restaurant suggestions for dinner or bars to enjoy a drink in the evening.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Meals on board: breakfast, lunch
DAY 8
Shabbat, July 29th
DUBROVNIK
After breakfast, it will be time to check out and enjoy your complimentary transfer to the airport. We hope to see you soon on board again! You must vacate your cabin by 9 a.m. but note that if your departure transfer is later than this you can leave your luggage onboard until it’s time for your transfer.
Price for this tour:
Lower Deck: €2550
- Single Supplement: €1250
Main Deck : €2850
- Single Supplement: €1430
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation in a chosen cabin category on 7 night /8-day cruise with ship’s facilities at your disposal
- Arrival and Departure airport transfer (shared)
- Welcome dinner on day 1
- Half Board daily (breakfast and lunch or dinner – 3 course – according to the itinerary)
- Captain`s dinner
- Unlimited drinking water per person daily (from watercooler)
- Daily fresh fruit served in the main lounge
- Local tour guides for the walking tours of Split, Korcula and Dubrovnik
- Ston oyster tasting experience
- Blue Cave entrance fee
- Return bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old town Dubrovnik for sightseeing tour
- Professional cruise manager (English speaking)
- Daily cabin service
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Luggage handling
- Taxes and fees, € 40,00 per person
OTHERS COSTS:
- Drinks/ beverages from the ship’s bar
- Pre/post-cruise accommodation ( organised on request )
ITINERARY DEVIATIONS:
Every effort will be made to adhere to the scheduled itinerary; however, due to the schedule changes beyond the organiser’s control, we reserve the right, without prior notice, to change routing or alter shore excursions.
* We reserve the right to change the vessel provider in case the contracted services are not supplied according to the previously agreed standards.