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Dubrovnik to Zagreb

Dubrovnik to Zagreb

DELUXE
M/S Invictus, M/S Summer & M/S Mama Marija

Dubrovnik – Slano – National Park Mljet – Korčula – Vis – Biševo Blue Cave – Hvar – Bol – Trogir – Split –Sibenik – Zadar – Plitvice lakes – Opatija – Istria region – Varazdin – Kumrovec – Trakoscan castle – Zagreb

Overview

  • 15 days / 14 nights
  • Cruise on M/S Ambassador or Mama Marija II from Day 1 to Day 8
  • Entrance fees to Biševo Blue Cave, Mljet National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park and much more included
  • English-speaking guide for all city tours as per itinerary
  • Captain’s Dinner with live music
  • 6 lunches (3-course meals) on board
  • Rooftop Jacuzzi and sun deck
  • 7 overnights in 4* hotels with breakfast included from Day 8 to Day 15
  • Luxury vehicle (Mercedes V-Class or Sprinter, depending on group size) with English-speaking driver from Day 8 to Day 15
  • Explore Dubrovnik, Split, Zagreb, Trakošćan Castle, Plitvice Lakes, romantic Istrian towns and more

Motovun
Opatija
NP Plitvice
NP Plitvice
Porec
Rovinj
Trakoscan
Zadar
Zagreb

    Itinerary

    Day 01 / DUBROVNIK
    The ship will be docked in Dubrovnik Gruž Harbor, and embarkation is possible throughout the day. Cabins will be available after 14:00; however, luggage may be left on board upon arrival. If the ship arrives later in the evening, luggage storage and an excursion will be organized. At 19:00, a welcome meeting will be held where the Cruise Manager will introduce the crew and fellow passengers. Welcome dinner will be served at 19:30. Late arrivals are kindly requested to notify us in advance and will be provided with dinner. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
    Day 02 / DUBROVNIK – SLANO
    After breakfast, meet your English-speaking guide and transfer to the Old Town of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” Enjoy a guided walking tour covering the city’s most important landmarks. Afterwards, free time is provided to explore independently, walk the city walls, or take a scenic cable car ride to Mount Srđ for panoramic views. Return transfer is scheduled between 12:30 and 13:00. Lunch will be served on board before sailing to Slano, a charming coastal village on the Dubrovnik Riviera, surrounded by pine forests, olive groves, and rich cultural heritage. Optional excursion to Ston, famous for its impressive medieval walls, historic saltworks, and oyster and mussel farms (reservation and payment on the spot). Overnight in Slano.
    Day 03 / SLANO – NATIONAL PARK MLJET – KORCULA
    Morning departure towards Mljet National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore the park, walk around the Great and Small Lakes, visit the Islet of St. Mary with its 12th- century Benedictine Monastery, or swim in the crystal-clear waters. Entrance to the National Park is included. Lunch will be served on board as we continue to Korčula Island, arriving in the afternoon. Korčula Town, the island’s main settlement, is traditionally known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. A guided walking tour will introduce you to its narrow stone streets and rich history. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Korčula Historical Town.
    Day 04 / KORCULA – VIS
    In the morning, cruise towards Vis Island, with lunch on board and a swim stop along the way. Arrival in Vis is planned for the afternoon. Due to its long military history, Vis was spared mass tourism and has preserved its authentic character, unspoiled nature, traditional architecture, and ecological agriculture. Enjoy free time to explore Vis Town, relax on nearby beaches, or visit local taverns. Optional military and island tour ending in Komiža, a picturesque fishermen’s village, is available (reservation and payment on the spot). Overnight in Vis.
    Day 05 / VIS – BISEVO BLUE CAVE – HVAR
    Today we cruise to Biševo Island to visit the Blue Cave, one of the Adriatic’s most famous natural attractions. Entrance depends on sea conditions; if weather prevents entry, the entrance fee will be fully refunded. After a swim stop and lunch on board, continue cruising through scenic bays and coves towards Hvar, the sunniest island in Croatia. Hvar is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, rich history, and elegant architecture. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour of Hvar Town. Evening at leisure to explore and dine independently. Overnight in Hvar Historical Town.
    Day 06 / HVAR – BOL – TROGIR
    Morning cruise to Bol on the island of Brač, famous for Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches. Enjoy free time for a walk, swim, or coffee before lunch on board. After lunch, continue cruising to Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, arriving in the afternoon. This remarkable “town-museum” is filled with palaces, churches, monasteries, and towers. Enjoy a guided city tour followed by free time. In the evening, Captain’s Dinner with live music will be held on board. Overnight in Trogir.
    Day 07 / TROGIR – SPLIT
    Morning departure towards Split, with a swim stop along the way. After lunch, enjoy a guided city tour of Split, including the UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace. Split is Croatia’s second-largest city and boasts over 1,700 years of history, with numerous cultural and historical landmarks concentrated within its ancient core. The rest of the day is free to explore this lively Mediterranean city and enjoy a farewell dinner on your own. Overnight in Split.
    Day 08 / SPLIT – ZADAR
    After breakfast, disembark and meet your personal driver in the harbor. Begin the land portion of the journey with a stop in Šibenik, the oldest Croatian and Slavic city on the Adriatic coast. Enjoy a guided walking tour, including the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of St. James, followed by free time for lunch. Continue to Zadar. Check-in at the hotel and overnight.
    Day 09 / ZADAR
    After breakfast, meet your guide for a city tour of Zadar, including the Cathedral of St. Anastasia, the Church of St. Donatus, and the remains of the Roman Forum. Enjoy a walk along the waterfront and experience the unique Sea Organ. The remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Zadar.
    Day 10 / ZADAR – PLITVICE
    After breakfast, we continue our journey to the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park. This spectacular natural lake system was added to UNESCO’s List of World Natural Heritage in 1979 and consists of 16 turquoise-colored lakes connected by 92 waterfalls and cascades, surrounded by dense forests and lush vegetation. Discover firsthand why Plitvice Lakes is renowned as one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders. After the tour, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight near Plitvice.
    Day 11 / PLITVICE – OPATIJA
    After breakfast and some free time, we continue to Opatija, one of the most famous tourist resorts in the Mediterranean. In the past, Opatija served as a favorite retreat of European aristocracy and was therefore known as the “Croatian Nice.” Since Roman times, Opatija has been a spa town, offering rest and relaxation to its visitors. Elegant villas, subtropical botanical gardens, historic grand hotels, seaside promenades, and marinas give the town its unique charm. Day at leisure to explore, relax, and enjoy. Overnight in Opatija.
    Day 12 / FULL DAY ISTRIA
    Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a full-day excursion to the Istrian Peninsula. As soon as we pass through the tunnel beneath Mount Učka, it becomes clear why Istria is often called “Little Tuscany.” Rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive groves, crowned with picturesque hilltop towns, dominate the landscape. Our first stop is the medieval town of Motovun, rising above the Mirna River valley. Continuing along scenic routes and passing the artistic town of Grožnjan, we reach the coast and visit Poreč, home to one of Croatia’s most important religious monuments. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Motovun. The day concludes with a walking tour of the romantic coastal town of Rovinj before returning to Opatija. Overnight in Opatija.
    Day 13 / OPATIJA – ZAGREB
    After breakfast and some free time for coffee, we continue to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Zagreb is a historic Central European city that has long been a center of culture, science, and commerce. Located at the crossroads between the Adriatic coast and Central Europe, it offers a unique blend of tradition and modern life. The city charms visitors with its Baroque Upper Town, lively open-air markets, diverse shopping options, traditional crafts, rich gastronomy, and numerous green parks and promenades. Upon arrival, check-in at your centrally located hotel. After some time to refresh, enjoy a private guided city tour of the Upper and Lower Towns. The rest of the day is free to experience Zagreb’s vibrant evening atmosphere. Overnight in Zagreb.
    Day 14 / ZAGREB – VARAZDIN – KUMROVEC – ZAGREB
    Breakfast and meet your guide at the hotel reception. Depart for a full-day excursion to Varaždin. What distinguishes Varaždin from other Croatian cities is its exceptionally rich architectural and artistic heritage, beautifully preserved within its historic core. Within the compact Old Town area, you will find elegant palaces, important public buildings, Baroque, Rococo, Classicist, and Secessionist houses and villas, as well as one of the oldest city halls in Europe. Continue to Trakošćan Castle and the Ethno Village Kumrovec. Lunch will be served at the local restaurant Grešna Gorica. Return to Zagreb in the evening. Overnight in Zagreb.
    Day 15 / ZAGREB
    After breakfast, transfer with your driver to the airport for your departure flight.
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    Pricing & Package details

    Package price per person in NZD and EUR net, 2026:
    M/S Invictus & M/S Summer

    May

    Pax 25.4.-9.5. 9.5.-23.5.
    2 EUR 4.420,00
    NZD 8.970,00
    EUR 4.550,00
    NZD 9.235,00
    4 EUR 3.165,00
    NZD 6.425,00
    EUR 3.295,00
    NZD 6.690,00
    6 EUR 2.870,00
    NZD 5.825,00
    EUR 3.000,00
    NZD 6.090,00
    8 EUR 2.630,00
    NZD 5.340,00
    EUR 2.760,00
    NZD 5.600,00
    10 EUR 2.485,00
    NZD 5.045,00
    EUR 2.615,00
    NZD 5.310,00

    May – June

    Pax 23.5.-6.6.
    2 EUR 5.015,00
    NZD 10.175,00
    4 EUR 3.730,00
    NZD 7.570,00
    6 EUR 3.430,00
    NZD 6.960,00
    8 EUR 3.185,00
    NZD 6.465,00
    10 EUR 3.035,00
    NZD 6.160,00

    June – July

    Pax 6.6.-20.6.
    20.6.-4.7.
    4.7.-18.7.
    2 EUR 5.395,00
    NZD 10.945,00
    EUR 5.610,00
    NZD 11.385,00
    4 EUR 4.110,00
    NZD 8.340,00
    EUR 4.275,00
    NZD 8.675,00
    6 EUR 3.810,00
    NZD 7.730,00
    EUR 3.960,00
    NZD 8.035,00
    8 EUR 3.565,00
    NZD 7.235,00
    EUR 3.710,00
    NZD 7.530,00
    10 EUR 3.415,00
    NZD 6.930,00
    EUR 3.555,00
    NZD 7.215,00

    July – August – September

    Pax 18.7.-1.8.
    1.8.-15.8.
    15.8.-29.8.
    29.8.-12.9.
    12.9.-26.9.
    2 EUR 5.425,00
    NZD 11.010,00
    EUR 5.360,00
    NZD 10.875,00
    4 EUR 4.090,00
    NZD 8.300,00
    EUR 4.080,00
    NZD 8.280,00
    6 EUR 3.775,00
    NZD 7.660,00
    EUR 3.785,00
    NZD 7.680,00
    8 EUR 3.525,00
    NZD 7.155,00
    EUR 3.540,00
    NZD 7.185,00
    10 EUR 3.370,00
    NZD 6.840,00
    EUR 3.390,00
    NZD 6.880,00

    September – October

    Pax 26.9.-10.10. 10.10.-24.10.
    2 EUR 5.100,00
    NZD 10.350,00
    EUR 4.380,00
    NZD 8.890,00
    4 EUR 3.880,00
    NZD 7.875,00
    EUR 3.160,00
    NZD 6.415,00
    6 EUR 3.600,00
    NZD 7.305,00
    EUR 2.880,00
    NZD 5.845,00
    8 EUR 3.365,00
    NZD 6.830,00
    EUR 2.645,00
    NZD 5.370,00
    10 EUR 3.225,00
    NZD 6.545,00
    EUR 2.505,00
    NZD 5.085,00

    Package price per person in NZD and EUR net, 2026:
    M/S Mama Marija

    May

    Pax 25.4.-9.5. 9.5.-23.5.
    2 EUR 4.590,00
    NZD 9.315,00
    EUR 4.755,00
    NZD 9.650,00
    4 EUR 3.335,00
    NZD 6.770,00
    EUR 3.500,00
    NZD 7.105,00
    6 EUR 3.040,00
    NZD 6.170,00
    EUR 3.205,00
    NZD 6.500,00
    8 EUR 2.800,00
    NZD 5.680,00
    EUR 2.965,00
    NZD 6.020,00
    10 EUR 2.655,00
    NZD 5.390,00
    EUR 2.820,00
    NZD 5.725,00

    May – June

    Pax 23.5.-6.6.
    2 EUR 5.270,00
    NZD 10.695,00
    4 EUR 3.985,00
    NZD 8.085,00
    6 EUR 3.685,00
    NZD 7.480,00
    8 EUR 3.440,00
    NZD 6.980,00
    10 EUR 3.290,00
    NZD 6.675,00

    June – July

    Pax 6.6.-20.6.
    20.6.-4.7.
    4.7.-18.7.
    2 EUR 5.595,00
    NZD 11.355,00
    EUR 5.810,00
    NZD 11.790,00
    4 EUR 4.310,00
    NZD 8.745,00
    EUR 4.475,00
    NZD 9.080,00
    6 EUR 4.010,00
    NZD 8.135,00
    EUR 4.160,00
    NZD 8.440,00
    8 EUR 3.765,00
    NZD 7.640,00
    EUR 3.910,00
    NZD 7.935,00
    10 EUR 3.615,00
    NZD 7.335,00
    EUR 3.755,00
    NZD 7.620,00

    July – August – September

    Pax 18.7.-1.8.
    1.8.-15.8.
    15.8.-29.8.
    29.8.-12.9.
    12.9.-26.9.
    2 EUR 5.655,00
    NZD 11.475,00
    EUR 5.560,00
    NZD 11.280,00
    4 EUR 4.320,00
    NZD 8.765,00
    EUR 4.280,00
    NZD 8.685,00
    6 EUR 4.005,00
    NZD 8.125,00
    EUR 3.985,00
    NZD 8.085,00
    8 EUR 3.755,00
    NZD 7.620,00
    EUR 3.740,00
    NZD 7.590,00
    10 EUR 3.600,00
    NZD 7.305,00
    EUR 3.590,00
    NZD 7.285,00

    September – October

    Pax 26.9.-10.10. 10.10.-24.10.
    2 EUR 5.300,00
    NZD 10.755,00
    EUR 4.585,00
    NZD 9.305,00
    4 EUR 4.080,00
    NZD 8.280,00
    EUR 3.365,00
    NZD 6.830,00
    6 EUR 3.800,00
    NZD 7.710,00
    EUR 3.085,00
    NZD 6.260,00
    8 EUR 3.565,00
    NZD 7.235,00
    EUR 2.850,00
    NZD 5.785,00
    10 EUR 3.425,00
    NZD 6.950,00
    EUR 2.710,00
    NZD 5.500,00

    Please contact us for:

    • Room/Cabin upgrade
    • Single room supplement
    • 3 rd adult sharing a room
    • Child in a room with parent(s)

    Included during cruise tour (Day 1-Day 8):

    • English speaking cruise manager on board
    • 8 crew members
    • 7 nights cruise in a standard category cabin on ship Ambasador or Mama
      Marija II.
    • Complimentary fresh fruit available daily
    • Welcome reception and welcome dinner with three-course meals
    • Buffet breakfast daily
    • 6x three-course lunch on board
    • Captain’s dinner with live music
    • Tea/coffee machine at disposal all day
    • Water dispenser
    • Professional English-speaking guide for the City Tours Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korcula,
      Trogir, Split (with transfers)
    • Entrance fees to Biševo Blue cave and National Park Mljet
    • Wireless headset system for sightseeing’s
    • Towels changed every second day & linen changed in the middle of the week
    • Beach towel
    • Daily cabin cleaning service
    • Free unlimited Wi-Fi on board
    • CCTV Security Cameras on board
    • Elegance Rooftop Jacuzzi (Sun deck)
    • Credit card payment facilities

    Not included:

    • Optional Vis Island Tour excursion
    • Port and tourist taxes and fees, € 50,00 per person / per week, to be paid on board in cash

    Included during land tour (Day 8-15):

    • Luxury vehicle type Mercedes V class or Sprinter (depending on the numbers) with English speaking driver from arrival day 8 till day 15,
    • All road tolls, parking costs, driver expenses and accommodation where needed,
    • All applicable VAT, stay taxes and insurance in hotels,
    • ½ litre water per person/day in vehicle during the touring,

    Accommodation in standard room in 4-star hotels on BB basis as follows:

    • 2 x in 4* hotel in Zadar,
    • 1 x in 4* hotel in Plitvice,
    • 2 x in 4* hotel in Opatija,
    • 2 x in 4* hotel in Zagreb city center,

    Local English-speaking guides as per itinerary:

    • 1 x Sibenik 1.5h,
    • 1 x Zadar 2h,
    • 1 x Plitvice 4h,
    • 1 x full day Istria,
    • 1 x Zagreb 2h,
    • 1 x Varazdin full day,

    Entrance tickets/excursions/meals as per itinerary:

    Entrance tickets Sibenik cathedral, St. Donat church Zadar, Plitvice lakes, Euphrasian basilica Poreč, Trakoscan castle, etno village Kumrovec, lunch in Motovun, lunch in restaurant Gresna Gorica in Varazdin.

    Not included:

    • Tips for driver, guides etc.
    • Travel insurance

    Booking and payment:

    Please contact us to check availability for the requested departure date. Upon receiving confirmation from our side, a deposit in the amount of EUR 500,00 per person is required (non-refundable) to make a fixed reservation. Final payment of the balance to be paid not later than 60 days before tour starts.

    Cancellation policy:

    • Cancellation up to 60 days before tour start = loss of deposit
    • Cancellation 59-45 days before tour start = 35% of the total package price
    • Cancellation 44 – 30 days before tour start = 50% of the total package price
    • Cancellation 29-15 days before tour start = 75% of the total package price
    • Cancellation 14-0 days before tour start = 100% of the total package price