DAY 1: SATURDAY, DUBROVNIK
M/S Summer is docked in the Gruz harbor where passengers can come aboard during the entire day. The official Welcome Meeting will start at 7 PM with a welcome greeting 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.
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 Captain, and will be served a cold platter dinner.
Overnight in Dubrovnik, (D)
Day 2: SUNDAY, DUBROVNIK – SLANO
After breakfast, our English-speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. The coach will take us to the historical center of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where our guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After the city tour, you’ll be left on your own to explore and enjoy this city, known around the world as The Pearl of Adriatic. At noon we’ll have a transfer to the ship. Lunch will be served on board en route to Slano, where we shall arrive late in the afternoon.
Overnight in Slano, (B,L)
Optional afternoon excursion - Ston Oyster & Seafood Tasting
We start our tour by coach with an English-speaking guide to Ston, a fortified town famous for 5-kilometer long walls, a city built in the 15th century according to a plan with a rectangular scheme of streets and squares. Ston is renowned for its delicious oysters and mussels. Another landmark of Ston is its old salt ponds where the salt is still gathered today in the old way. After a relaxed time, we will have dinner that will include a three-course meal, three oysters, seafood risotto, dessert and glass of wine and water with dinner. After dinner, we will go back to Slano for overnight onboard.
Reservations and payments on the spot.
Day 3: MONDAY, SLANO - MLJET – KORCULA
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 toward the Island of Korcula, where we shall arrive in the afternoon, docking in the Town of Korcula. This historic town is known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, one of the most famous world explorers of all time.
Our English-speaking guide will do a Korcula City tour and walk us through the town’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 Korcula Historical Town, (B,L)
Day 4: TUESDAY, KORCULA - VIS
Today our adventure continues accompanied by stunning vistas en route to Vis Island. We will stop in one of many bays along the way for a refreshing swimming break and lunch. We anticipate arrival to Vis in early afternoon hours.
This traditional fishermen’s island has a long maritime history with a bounty of pirate legends, but also ancient archaeological sites, winemaking tradition and stunning beaches. Rest of the day is at leisure in Vis, and travellers are invited to explore the island on their own and enjoy its many supreme seafood restaurants for dinner.
Overnight in Vis Town, (B, L)
Optional Excursion - Vis Island Tour
We start our tour of Vis, our coach will follow the old road, rises above the town and overlooks the bay. After that, we descend to the fields and drive through vineyards and olive groves passing by the former allied airport from WWII and then we descend us down to Komiža. Free time in Komiža, stunning fishermen's village to have dinner in one of the cozy restaurants. Return to a boat for overnight.
Reservations and payment on the spot.
Day 5: WEDNESDAY, VIS – BISEVO BLUE CAVE - HVAR
This morning we will cruise to the nearby small island Bisevo, home to a stunning natural phenomenon of light and water, the Blue Cave. The cave is world famous for otherworldly blue interior, a result of sunlight reflecting off the water and white seabed. The entrance to the cave is only possible by official small boats and is dependent on weather. After the cave visit, our journey continues to Hvar Island with a rejuvenating swim break and lunch served on board. We will dock in Hvar Town, one of Adriatic’s best-preserved historic towns that was once the most prosperous regional center during the Venetian rule, and a present-day jet-set destination. The group will be welcomed to the island by our local Hvar expert who will take you on a walking city tour and introduce the history, culture and town highlights. Local traditions will be discovered during a lavender presentation, depicting the importance of this fragrant plant traditionally grown on Hvar. Explore the 15th-century Franciscan monastery, visit Croatia's oldest active theater, and hike up to the citadel for unforgettable views. Guests are free to enjoy their evening and dinner at leisure.
Overnight in Hvar Historical Town, (B, L)
Day 6: THURSDAY, HVAR – BOL – TROGIR
We'll start our day with a morning departure towards Bol. Bol is famous for having one of the finest European beaches, 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’ll continue cruising towards Trogir, another city inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, arriving there during the afternoon. A licensed guide will introduce you to Trogir’s museums, palaces, towers and churches on a city tour. Afterwards, you’ll have time to explore on your own. Enjoy the nightfall, as it unifies the distinct features of Trogir that have intrigued us so much in daylight and enjoy a special Captain’s dinner on board with live music.
Overnight in Trogir, (B, L, CD)
Day 7: FRIDAY, TROGIR - SPLIT
After breakfast we'll cruise towards Split, our last stop. Our English-speaking guide will do the afternoon Split City tour and walk us through the historical Diocletian’s Palace. Split boasts 1700 years of history. Since 1979 the historic center of Split has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. The city’s historical and cultural buildings are located inside the walls of the Diocletian’s Palace. After the city tour you will be left on your own to explore Split and have an intimate farewell dinner on your own.
Overnight in Split, (B)
Day 8: SATURDAY, SPLIT
It is time to say farewell to all your new friends after having breakfast. (B)