Splendid Croatia 2020 (Split - Dubrovnik)

Day 1 Split
Welcome to Split! Embarkation begins at 13:00hrs. Leave your bags on board and explore the city before returning to meet your Captain, crew and fellow passengers and then enjoying a Welcome Dinner. (D)

Day 2 Split – Omis – Pucisca
Start the day with a guided sightseeing tour of Split, where you’ll see the historical Diocletian’s Palace plus over 1700 years worth of history in this amazing city. At midday, cruise along to Omis, an Ancient Town with fortresses and stone churches and boasting wonderful beaches. While enjoying lunch, continue along the Brac Channel to Pucisca, the biggest village on the Island of Brac. Make sure to enjoy the sights of this village during your night stay here. (B, L)

Day 3 Pucisca – Bol – Hvar
Today, depart towards Hvar with a stop at Bol, known for having one of Europe’s finest beaches, Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape). Enjoy the beach and the charming Dalmatian town before lunch on board. Cruise on to Hvar, one of the most popular and attractive Croatian destinations. You’ll enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Hvar, experience its history and culture, including learning how lavender was traditionally farmed here for centuries. Spend the evening at leisure. (B, L)

Day 4 Hvar – Bisevo – Vis
Enjoy the morning cruising towards the Island of Bisevo and its infamous Blue Cave. Marvel as the sun penetrates through the submarine opening creating aquamarine and silver effects in the water, a truly magical phenomenon to witness. After, enjoy a lunch in Vis and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Mainly untouched by tourist development, Vis has retained its unspoilt beauty in its beaches and nature, as well as its traditional architecture. Explore more of this town with your free evening. (B, L)

Day 5 Vis – Korcula
This morning will be spent heading towards to Island of Korcula, with a swim stop and lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Korcula Town, known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of this charming town and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. (B, L)

Day 6 Korcula – Mljet
Enjoy the views of the Korcula islands archipelago as we head towards National Park Mljet including a swim stop and lunch en route. Spend this free afternoon exploring the National Park, the Great and Small Lake, and don’t forget to visit the 12th century Benedictine Monastery. Enjoy this evening at your leisure. (B, L)

Day 7 Mljet – Dubrovnik
Cruise along the shores of Mljet and the Elaphite Islands with a short swim stop and lunch. You’ll arrive into Dubrovnik to meet our English speaking guide and coach and then embark on a panoramic tour heading into the historical centre of Dubrovnik. After the guided city tour, enjoy the afternoon at your leisure to explore and learn why Dubrovnik is known as the Pearl of the Adriatic. (B, L)

Day 8 Dubrovnik
Enjoy breakfast and say farewell to your fellow travellers and new friends as your Splendid Croatia cruise concludes this morning. (B)