DAY 1; SATURDAY, DUBROVNIK
The brand new M/S Apolon will be docked in the Gruz Harbour in Dubrovnik. Travelers can get aboard during the entire day. The official Welcome Meeting will start at 7 PM when guests will be greeted by the Cruise director and the Captain, who will introduce the boat crew and your fellow passengers. Welcome dinner will be served at 7:30 PM.
The embarkation will be possible throughout the day, yet access to cabins is granted from 1 PM onwards. Passengers arriving prior to 1 PM can leave their luggage onboard. Any late arriving passengers will be welcomed aboard by the boat Captain, and will be served a cold dinner.
Overnight in Dubrovnik, (D)
DAY 2; SUNDAY, DUBROVNIK - ELAPHITI ISLANDS - NATIONAL PARK MLJET
The journey starts after breakfast with a pleasant cruise to the Mljet National Park, passing by the magnificent shores of the Elaphiti islands archipelago, where the yacht will make the first swim stop. Lunch will be served on board while we continue cruising to the Mljet National Park on Mljet Island.
Upon arrival to Mljet, travelers will have a free afternoon to discover the park (entrance fees are not included), its untouched nature, olive groves, vineyards, villages, two salt-water lakes and a Benedictine monastery on the island of St. Mary, all perfect treks for a leisurely walk while those whishing for a relaxing day can enjoy beach time. Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Mljet National Park, (B,L)
DAY 3; MONDAY, MLJET - HVAR, HVAR ISLAND
This morning we depart Mljet and continue our journey with a cruise to famous Hvar Island, with a swim stop in the turquoise sea near the island of Korčula.
After lunch, we sail towards the sunniest spot in Croatia, Hvar, which hides historic cities, purple lavender fields and coastline dotted with coves in one of which we shall stop for a swim. We will disembark in Hvar for a guided city tour, getting to know the fascinating history and learn about local lavender farming. Travelers get an evening in Hvar town to themselves, free to explore and dine on their own.
Overnight in Hvar, (B,L)
DAY 4; TUESDAY, HVAR - BOL, BRAC ISLAND - SPLIT
After breakfast our trip continues with a short sail to the neighbouring island Bol, made famous by the best-known sandy beach in Croatia, Golden Cape. We will stop in Bol and enjoy this beautiful coastal Dalmatian town for a walk, or to have a cup of coffee and take a swim. Lunch will be served on board before departure to Split.
Upon arrival to Split, travelers will take a guided walking tour of the historic Split a city whose long history reaches 1,700 years into the past. Stroll the Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the vibrant metropolitan atmosphere on Split’s many alleys and popular Riva.
Overnight in Split, (B,L)
DAY 5; WEDNESDAY SPLIT - PUČIŠĆE, BRAC ISLAND -MAKARSKA
Today we depart Split towards Pucisca, the largest village on the Brac Island, with plenty of swimming stops on the way and lunch served onboard. Pucisca village is plainly stunning, set in a steep-sided natural harbor where a fjord like inlet meets three narrow valleys that descend from the Brac hills. Most of its Mediterranean architecture is carved in limestone, a staple of the island, and the only stonemasonry school in Croatia, celebrating centuries of the traditional craft. We will spend the night in this quaint village, enjoying the sunset coloring the white stones around us.
After visiting Pucisc, lunch will be served on board en route to Makarska Riviera, a popular summer resort town where we will spend the night.
Overnight in Makarska, (B,L)
DAY 6; THURSDAY MAKARSKA - KORČULA, KORCULA ISLAND
This morning we depart for the last stop on our cruise, the beautiful island of Korcula. A swim stop will be made on the way to enjoy the endlessly blue Adriatic Sea, before reaching Korcula town, its city walls and tower imposing from the sea. Known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, this ancient city holds a museum dedicated to the world explorer, 15th century St. Mark’s Cathedral, Renaissance and Gothic architecture and many historic sites to be explored on a guided city tour upon arrival. The rest of the evening is at leisure for guests to enjoy discovering and dining at their own pace.
Overnight in Korčula, (B,L)
DAY 7; FRIDAY KORČULA - DUBROVNIK
After breakfast we depart for a pleasant cruise along the shores of Mljet and the Elaphiti islands where we will stop to enjoy the unspoiled Adriatic waters and some lunch. Schedule arrival back to Dubrovnik is in the afternoon hours.
With the afternoon at leisure, we invite our guests to explore the historic center of Dubrovnik, its Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to visit the city walls, or take the electric cable car to the top of the Mount Srdj.
Overnight in Dubrovnik, (B,L)
OPTIONAL TOURS:
• Dubrovnik Countryside Excursion, 5 hours (EUR 45 per person, min. 10 people group, payment on the spot)
Journey into the traditions of Dubrovnik Region countryside, visit picturesque villages and taste local delicacies in the Konavle region.
The Konavle region stretches south of Dubrovnik towards the Montenegro border and stands for fertile valleys, panoramic hills and rocky coastline dotted with fisherman’s villages. On our journey we will visit medieval watermills and spring of river Ljuta with presentation of traditional flour production and taste local liquor, figs, walnuts and homemade arancini - the candid sour and sweet orange peel sweets.
We will also taste special Dalmatian smoked ham and local cheese, have vine tasting of few red and white vines and local bread and conclude a evening with a nice walk at small seaside town of Cavtat, town situated on peninsula with it’s centuries old harmonious architecture and rich history sights and today one of the most attractive destination on the Adriatic coast.
The excursion price includes: guide, return transfer, flour presentation with welcome drink, Dalmatian smoked ham, cheese, bread and red & white wine tasting.
• Dubrovnik City Tour, 1:45 minutes: (EUR 30 per person, min. 6 people group, payment on the spot)
For those who have not yet had the chance to explore the historic Old Town of Dubrovnik, this city tour offers an insight into most important sites and local favourites.
Our guide will met the group aboard Apolon, when the tour starts with a panoramic drive and photo stop of breathtaking scenery at a hill above Dubrovnik. Drive will continue to the historical centre of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your tour guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, time at leisure to explore on own time.
The tour price includes: guide for the Dubrovnik City Tour, one-way drive to the panoramic point and historical centre.
DAY 8; SATURDAY DUBROVNIK
After breakfast we shall say farewell, and wish you calm seas. (B)
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