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1. Treasures of the Adriatic Cruise
     Dubrovnik to Istria

2. Treasures of the Adriatic Cruise
     Istria to Dubrovnik

3. Beauties of Dalmatia
     Split to Split

4. Unforgettable Adriatic Cruise
     Split to Dubrovnik

 

 

Unforgettable Adriatic Cruise
Split to Dubrovnik aboard M/S Emanuel

 

1st day Saturday

Embarkation at 3:00 PM
Split, City Port, opposite to entrance to Split Port Authority, address: Obala Lazareta 1, Split
Leaving for Trogir
Lunch: 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Free afternoon for tour around Centre of town, night in Trogir
EXTRA OFFER: Guided tour around Centre of Trogir

Trogir is called the "city-museum" because each rock and building has its own importance for a specific period of history. In the 1997, Trogir's old city centre was put into the UNESCO's list of the world's monumental heritage.
From rich cultural offer, we single out: Greek relief of Kairos (the god of a happy moment) - dating from the 3rd century B.C. (this is one of two exemplars in the world).
It is kept in a Benedictine monastery with the church oh St. Nicholas which is open for visitors every day from 8:00 till 13:00 and from 15:00 till 19:00 .
Radovan's portal - the most valuable monument of Dalmatian stone-worker's trade which was chiselled out for a cathedral of St. Lawrence by the master stone-mason Radovan.
The cathedral of St. Lawrence - it is open from 09:00 till 12:00 and from 16:00 till 19:00 Duke's court - built in the 12th century The city box - it was used as a court, shelter and meeting place. From its stairs, the most important news were being announced on the Croatian language to the citizens. It was built in the time of the renaissance.
The Cipiko palace - its oldest walls date from the Middle Ages and the greatest share of the complex date from the 13th century. The Kamerlengo tower - a fortress built in the 13th-15th century during the Venetian rule.

2nd day Sunday

Leaving for Islets of Trogir, swimming.
After lunch leaving for Milna, Island of Brač, night in Milna.

Milna- the place on the western coast of the island, located in the cove of the samename. Owing to many hills surrounding Milna, its harbour is protected from all winds except from pleaeant summer mistrels, so  this the best natural harbour on the island. Beautiful coves with sand and gravel beaches stretch along the coast. Stone built houses, neat little alleys, peace and quiet are the initial evidence of the cultural splendour of former times.
In fact, the town`s origins go back to the 17th. The baroque church, built in the 18th century, in which art and valuables are loving kept, is the most distinguished arcitectual, historical and cultural monument of the place.
In Milna you can alternate romantic walks along the beach with fun, and explore the village, too. The winding alleys are made even prettier by the magnificent facades. An attractive stairway leads up to the parish church, and one can admire the Rendic statues, valuable paintings and the moving votive objects placed there by seafaring men of Milna.

 

 

3rd day Monday

Leaving for Bol, Island of Brač.
Free morning for swimming, exploring of Bol till 12:30.


Bol - Situated in a secluded place, on the southern coast of Brač, Bol is the oldest town of Brač and one of the most famous seaside resorts of the Adriatic. Apart from cultural monuments, Bol also features a number of natural beauties. East and west of Bol are numerous shores, beautiful beaches; the most famous - and probably the most beautiful on the Adriatic - is Zlatni Rat.

This pebble cape is a unique phenomenon - it stretches into the open sea in the shape of a tongue, with its tip changing the form and moving to one and another side, according to the direction of winds and waves. A story has it that this is the only beach in the world that runs vertical to the coast.

 

 

Leaving for Islets of Hvar, lunch, swimming.
Leaving for City of Hvar.
Free afternoon in Hvar, night in Hvar.
EXTRA OFFER: Guided tour around Centre of Hvar



The island of Hvar is one of the most attractive tourist destinations on the Adriatic. City Hvar has an outstanding historical heritage - the cathedral, the Franciscan monastery, the Hvar theatre and the fortresses which offer a beautiful view on the Pakleni Islands and the island of Vis.

The greatest treasure of Hvar are the Pakleni islands, an archipelago of small islands and rocks outside the city of Hvar, they managed to stay uninhabited and thus preserved their natural beauty.

 



 

4th day Tursday

Leaving in the morning for Blue Grotto on Biševo Island
EXTRA OFFER: visit to Blue Grotto


Blue Grotto - Blue cave - was proclaimed as national natural heritage in 1951. It is a cave with entrance from sea, with unique form that enables almost magical natural light show to appear in its’ inside. Somewhere around noon, the sun’s rays are reflected through an underwater entrance creating a fascinating blueness. This unique sight can only be seen on a sunny day when the sea is calm.

*In case of adverse weather conditions, visit to Blue Grotto is not possible.

 

 

 

Leaving for Islets of Vis, lunch, swimming
Leaving for Island of Vis, free afternoon in Vis, night in Vis.
EXTRA OFFER: visit to Museum of Archaeology and Museum of Fisheries

Island Vis is the best kept secret of former Yugoslavian government, it emerged from a long period of isolation (tourists from abroad have been allowed to visit the island since 1989). Its’ beauty shall reveal to you in one of two cities on island – City of Vis.

Vis- the Mediterranean communities even in the Neolithic times, 3 thousand years BC, inhabited the island Vis, especially territory of today’s’ City of Vis. The name of the island Issa originates from that time and that is the name that the island still holds in the croatised version. In the 6-5th century BC Issa is established as the first Illyrian state in the Adriatic.

The local Illyrian population learnt the more advanced way of land cultivation from the Greeks who came later.

 

 

 



5th day Wednesday
Leaving for Islets of Korčula, swimming, lunch.
Leaving for City of Korčula, free afternoon in Korčula , night in Korčula
SPECIAL OFFER: Guided tour around Centre of City of Korčula, visiting of birth house of Marco Polo

Korčula, a birth place of Marco Polo contains a wealth of artistic masterworks including paintings by Tintoretto. Another highlight is the Treasury, located in the 14th-century Abbey Palace, with its eclectic collection of paintings, jewellery, fine furniture and historic documents.

Charming views of the harbour greet visitors as they wind their way through the narrow alleyways. On one of these lanes, you’ll see the Marco Polo house, where the famous explorer is said to have been born in 1254.

Shop for handmade Croatian folk art near the City Gate, or relax at one of the picturesque waterfront cafés, and enjoy the breezy resort atmosphere that prevails in this medieval town.

 

 



 

6th day Thursday

Leaving for NP Mljet, Island of Mljet.
Free time for exploring of Mljet till 4:00 P.M.
SPECIAL OFFER: visit to National Park of Mljet

The sparsely inhabited Island of Mljet, one of seven Croatian National Parks offers lovely pine forests and jewel-like lakes, with the opportunity for a refreshing swim in crystal-clear waters. It is believed that Mljet is an island where Odyssey has been imprisoned.

Leaving for Slano after lunch, night in Slano.

Slano, a village and small harbour in the bay of the same name; 37.5 km northwest of
Dubrovnik. Farming, olive-growing, viniculture, fruit-growing, tobacco, herbs (sage,
laurel, woodworm), fishing and tourism are chief occupations.

The area of Slano was populated already in the prehistoric period (ruins of a hill-fort and
tumuli on the nearby hills) and in the ancient times (a Roman castrum on the hill
Gradina; early Christian sarcophagi, today exhibited in front of the Franciscan church).

 

 

 





7th day Friday

Leaving for Elaphiti, swimming


ELAFITI are a group of islands placed in the Adriatic Sea west of Dubrovnik. The biggest is Šipan, and to the group belong also Lopud and Koločep (Kalamota). They attract many tourists with their beautiful scenery and sandy beaches.

Leaving for Dubrovnik Free afternoon in Dubrovnik, night in Dubrovnik
SPECIAL OFFER: afternoon guided tour around centre of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is a breathtaking sight, entirely surrounded by massive grey walls of stone, interspersed with four gates, three forts, five bastions and 14 square towers. The “Pearl of the Adriatic” contains a treasure-trove of medieval art and architecture that has earned it a designation as a UN World Heritage Site.

The Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries are beautiful examples of Romanesque–Gothic architecture, and other monuments of significance include the Onofrio’s Fountain, the Rector’s Palace, the Sponza Palace and several fine churches.

A stroll along Stradun— the Old Town’s wide pedestrian promenade—allows you to discover Dubrovnik’s many fine shops, cafés and boutiques at leisure. Don’t miss a chance to take the walk at the top of the wall surrounding the city for beautiful panoramic views of this fascinating city on the Adriatic.

 





8th day Saturday

Disembarkation at 10:00 A.M. Port of Gruž, Dubrovnik

DAY

PORT

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

1

3:00 PM

4:00 PM

6:00 PM

10:00 AM

2

11:00 AM

4:00 PM

 

5:30 PM

8:00 AM

3

10:00 AM

12:30 AM

 

2:30 PM

4:30 PM

 

5:00 PM

7:30 AM

4

10:00 AM

12:00 PM

 

1:00 PM

4:30 PM

 

5:30 PM

8:00 AM

5

10:30 AM

3:00 PM

 

5:30 PM

8:00 AM

6

10:00 AM

4:00 PM

 

7:00 PM

9:00 AM

7

10:00 AM

3:00 PM

4:30 PM

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8

-

DISEMBARK

Daily meal serving schedule:
Breakfast: 08:00 – 09:00 A.M.
Lunch: 01:00 P.M. – 02:00 P.M. (except on embarkation day)
Dinner: 07:00 – 08:00 P.M.

Inclusive Prices
- Accommodation in a chosen category cabin
- Port taxes
- Usage of the ship’s equipment, dingy transfer if required, welcome dink, meals
(Breakfast, lunch and dinners)
- Daily room service plus change of towels every second day
- VAT

Not Included
- beverages from the ship’s bar
- transfer from and/or to the ship prior to embarkation and/or after disembarkation
- tips, laundry, or any other items of personal nature

ITINERARY DEVIATIONS:
Every effort will be made to adhere to the itinerary as stated; however, due to the
schedule changes beyond organizer’s control, we reserve the right, without prior notice,
to change routing or alter shore excursions.

EXTRA OFFERS: All extra offered guided tours, visits to museums, in land excursions
etc. will be offered for group of min. 15 persons.

 

   
   
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