Zagreb -> Dubrovnik
M/S Splendid & M/S Captain Bota

Welcome to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia! Upon arrival, your friendly English-speaking driver will welcome you at the airport and will be your private chauffeur throughout the tour.

Transfer from the airport to your hotel in the city center. After some time for refreshment, your guide will be waiting for you in front of the hotel for the private city tour featuring Upper Town and Downtown. Rest of the day is on your own to experience nice and vibrant evening in the city.

Overnight in the hotel.

After breakfast, meeting with guide at the reception of hotel and departure for full day excursion to Varaždin.

What distinguishes Varaždin from other Croatian cities is the extraordinarily rich monumental and artistic heritage that is contained within its beautifully preserved Historic Core. Within the relatively small area of the Old Town are preserved palaces, important public buildings, Baroque, Rococo, Classicist and Secessionist houses and villas and one of the oldest City Halls in Europe. Visit Castle Trakoščan and Etno village Kumrovec. Have a lunch in local restaurant Grešna Gorica.

Return to Zagreb and overnight in hotel in Zagreb.

After the breakfast and some free time, we continue our journey to Opatija, one of the most famous tourist resorts in the Mediterranean, which in the last century served as a resting-place of the European aristocracy and was therefore known as “the Croatian Nice“.

Since Roman times, Opatija has been a “spa“ town, offering rest and recreation to its innumerable visitors. With all the sun-drenched pleasures of a European resort town, its grand villas, subtropical botanical gardens, old-style grand hotels, wide boulevards and busy marinas, it has attracted Europeans since the 1840s with almost religious fervour. They were drawn to it mostly for its crystal-clear sea and the Mediterranean blue of the endless sky. Day at leisure to explore, relax and enjoy yourself.

Overnight in Opatija.

Breakfast at the hotel followed by a full day excursion to the Istrian Peninsula. As soon as we exit the tunnel through Učka Mountain, one will recognize why Istrian Peninsula is usually called The Small Tuscany.

Numerous hills covered with vineyards and olive trees, topped with picturesque small towns dominate the entire panorama. The first stop will be done in medieval hilltop town of Motovun rising over the Mirna River valley. Following the scenic route to the seaside and passing the town of Grožnjan, we will reach Poreč and visit one of the most famous religious monuments.

Lunch in restaurant in Motovun. The final stop before return to Opatija will be a walking tour of picturesque and romantic Rovinj.

Return to hotel and overnight in Opatija.

After breakfast, we head towards Rastoke, small village near the town of Slunj where small river Slunjcica merges with river Korana and creates a natural symphony of 23 waterfalls and numerous rapids.

Explore this hidden paradise and the home of fairies by yourself and find out why Rastoke is often being called “mini-Plitvice”. There you’ll have the time for lunch in a local restaurant of your own preference. After lunchtime, we continue our journey to the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park. This beautiful natural lake complex was registered on UNESCO’s List of World Natural Heritage in 1979 and comprises a string of 16 turquoise-coloured lakes linked by 92 waterfalls and cascades surrounded by dense wooded mountains and lush vegetation.

Accommodation in the hotel in the evening and overnight at the hotel in Plitvice.

After breakfast, start a sightseeing tour with your private guide, which takes approximately 3 hours, and a boat ride is included. Discover firsthand why Plitvice Lakes is renowned as one of the world's most stunning natural wonders.

After the tour you’ll have free time for lunch and then we continue towards the beautiful city of Zadar!

Accommodation in hotel and free rest of the evening for exploring vibrant Zadar night.

After breakfast meeting with guide at the reception and start the city tour, including the Cathedral of St. Anastasia, considered to be the most impressive basilica in Dalmatia, church of Saint Donat and the ruins of Roman Forum.

Stroll along and enjoy the Sea Organ and its uniqueness. Then try some of the delicacies from fantastic city restaurants and enjoy the rest of the day on your own.

Overnight in hotel.

After breakfast, we proceed to the city of Split, where you will say goodbye to your chauffeur and hello to the fancy yacht waiting for you! Ship will be docked in Split harbour and embarkation is possible throughout the whole day.

Passengers arriving in the morning will not be able to enter their cabins before 14:00 but can leave luggage on board. In case your ship is not in the port until evening we will take care of your luggage and organize excursion for you.

At 19:00 we’ll have a welcome meeting where the Cruise manager will introduce you to the crew and your fellow passengers. Welcome dinner will be served at 19:30. The captain will wait for all the passengers arriving late at night, but we must be notified in advance.

All the late arriving guests will be provided with a dinner. Overnight in Split.

Our English-speaking guide will do the morning Split City tour and walk us through the historical Diocletian’s Palace. The second largest urban centre in Croatia and the seat of the Split-Dalmatia County, Split boasts 1700 years of history.

Since 1979 the historic centre of Split has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. City historical and cultural buildings are located inside the walls of the Diocletian’s Palace. At 12:00 a.m. we’ll start our cruise to Omiš with lunch on board. An ancient town with city walls, fortresses and stone churches, Omiš is located at the delta of Cetina River with its wonderful beaches. For centuries, Omiš was a stronghold of famous pirates, a symbol of retaliation, courage and strength in the long historical fight against The Republic of Venice.

Our cruise continues across the Brač Channel, all the way to Pučišća, the biggest village on the island of Brač. Nowhere in the system of towns and villages in Dalmatia does terrain play such a compelling role as in Pučišća. Its spectacular irregularity of steep-sided natural harbor, authentic Mediterranean architecture and rustic ambience are simply unforgettable.

Stone from Pučišća quarry was used to build limestone columns of the White House in Washington DC, Vienna Parliament and many other famous buildings around the world. Pučišća is also home to the only Croatian Stonemasonry school.

We’ll spend a night in this very quiet town. Enjoy the nightfall, as it unifies the distinct features of Pučišća that have intrigued us so much in daylight.

Overnight in Pučišća.

We'll start our day with a morning departure towards Bol known for having one of the finest European beaches, called Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape). As we stop in Bol, you can relax in this charming Dalmatian town.

Have a walk, a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served on board. After lunch we shall continue cruising along many idyllic coves and bays towards Hvar, the sunniest Croatian island.

Hvar is one of the most popular and attractive Croatian tourist destinations and a meeting point of the international jet set. Upon your evening arrival in Hvar, a local English-speaking guide will walk you through the town, introducing you to the island’s way of life, its rich history and culture.

Afterwards, you'll be free to enjoy your evening in Hvar, to explore and dine in one of its numerous family-owned restaurants or taverns.

Overnight in Hvar Historical Town.

We'll start our day with a morning cruise towards Island of Biševo and its Blue Cave.

Originally, the entrance to Blue Cave was located below sea level, which required visitors to dive deeply to resurface into the cave’s mysterious blue depths. However, sometimes high waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something we shall not know before the morning designated for our visit. For this reason, entrance fees are paid on the spot.

Afterwards we'll dock in Vis and have lunch. Vis is truly unique in comparison to other Adriatic islands. Being an important strategic military stronghold for a long time, Vis was spared excessive tourist development and thus retained its unspoilt beaches, ecological agriculture and traditional architecture.

Enjoy the afternoon, exploring the town of Vis, its picturesque stone streets, pristine beaches and fine taverns.

For all interested we will organize an optional military tour and Vis Island excursion, ending in Komiža, stunning fishermen's village to have dinner in one of cosy restaurants.

Reservations and payment on the spot.

Overnight in Vis Town.

We’ll start our day with a morning departure towards the Island of Korčula, with a swim stop and lunch en route. In the afternoon, we’ll arrive to the Korčula Town, on the Island of Korčula.

This town is known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, one of the most famous world explorers of all times. Our English-speaking guide will do a city tour and walk us through Korčula’s charming narrow and cobbled streets.

You’ll have the rest of the evening free, to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice.

Overnight in Korčula Historical Town.

Morning cruise to Mljet Island, where you’ll be free to explore National Park Mljet (entrance fees are not included), to walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit The Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery dating from the 12th century and, of course, take a swim in the heart of this pristine National Park.

Lunch will be served on board as we continue our cruise to Slano, where we shall arrive in the afternoon. Slano is one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beach, dense pine forest and olive groves, a long cultural tradition and numerous historical monuments.

For all interested we will organize an optional excursion to Ston, fortified town famous for 5-kilometre-long walls, old saltwork and oysters/mussels farm. Reservations and payment on the spot.

This evening, we will have Captain’s dinner on board. Overnight in Slano.

In the morning we’ll depart for Dubrovnik, along the Elaphite islands, where we’ll have a short swim stop and lunch.

Upon arrival to Dubrovnik, our own English-speaking guide and coach will come to the pier.

We’ll visit the historical centre of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage Site, where our guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik.

Following the city tour you will have free time to explore Dubrovnik, visit famous City Walls or take a cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. Return coach transfer is scheduled in the evening. You can return on your own as well. Learn why Dubrovnik is known around the world as “The Pearl of Adriatic”.

Overnight in Dubrovnik.

After breakfast, the time has come to say farewell to all your new friends.