Travel Type
Cruises
Duration
10 Days/9 Nights
Country
Croatia
Explore Croatia’s highlights from Zagreb to Dubrovnik, discovering historic cities, UNESCO sites, stunning islands, and the crystal-clear Adriatic coastline. Visit Plitvice Lakes, Trogir, Split, Hvar, Vis, Korčula, Mljet, and Dubrovnik, enjoying medieval towns, natural wonders, local cuisine, and unforgettable island experiences. A perfect journey of culture, nature, and the beauty of Croatia’s coast.
Inclusions
– 2-night accommodation in a 5* hotel in Zagreb
– 7-night cruise from Trogir to Dubrovnik in a Supreme category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C and TV
– Arrival shared transfer from Zagreb airport to hotel and departure shared transfer from Dubrovnik port to Dubrovnik Airport on the first and the last day of the tour
– 18 meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches (3 course meals and salad bar) and 3 dinners including captain’s dinner on day 8
– Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
– Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
– Whisper technology enhanced touring
– Service charges and hotel taxes
– Licensed local guides
– Water dispenser during cruise
– Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily during the cruise
– Professional English-speaking Cruise manager throughout
– Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek during cruise
– One beach towel per person per week (extra beach towel 7 Euros per person)
– Complimentary Wi-Fi on board the cruise
– Professional English-speaking guide for city tour of Zagreb
– Entrance fee to Plitvice Lakes National Park accompanied by Tour Director
– City tours of Split, Korčula and Dubrovnik
– Bus transfer from the Dubrovnik port to the Old Town Dubrovnik for sightseeing and back
– Entrance to Mljet National Park accompanied by Cruise Manager
– Olive oil tasting on board
– Tour on Island Hvar (Lavander farm, Wine tasting, Donkey Farm)
– Military Tour in Vis
– Oyster tasting in Ston
Exclusions
Flights – Meals and beverages, unless mentioned – Optional excursions – Return transfer in Venice – Port tax of 70 EUR per person (to be paid directly on board) – Travel insurance – Any other items not mentioned in the Inclusions.
Additional Information
Special Notes
– Cruising route is subject to change depending upon weather conditions.
– Departures are guaranteed. Exotik Journeys reserves the right to change the vessel provider in case the contracted services are not supplied according to the previously agreed standards.
– Guests are obliged to follow ship rules (found in written form on the ship) especially with regards to bringing drinks on board.
– In case of bad behavior the captain reserves the right to ask the clients to disembark.
1
DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN ZAGREB (THURSDAY)
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner is on us tonight.
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : Zagreb for 2 nights
2
DAY 2 ZAGREB (FRIDAY)
Today we will enjoy a morning sightseeing tour that takes us through the historic Upper Town. We will see St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament, and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or perhaps, take an optional excursion into the countryside.
Meals : Breakfast
3
DAY 3 ZAGREB – PLITVICE LAKES – TROGIR – EMBARKATION (SATURDAY)
Today we will head south for a visit to the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, we enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with its 16 terraced lakes surrounded by forested mountains and lush vegetation. A walking tour takes us around several of the lower lakes. After our visit, we will continue our drive to Trogir harbour, where embarkation begins at 14h00. Get settled in your cabin before going on a short orientation walk through this medieval city. Trogir is sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini-Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a “floating museum town” - as it has a masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian palaces. After returning to the ship enjoy a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Trogir for 1 night, on board the ship
4
DAY 4 TROGIR – SPLIT – BRAČ ISLAND (SUNDAY)
In the morning, we will head towards Split where you will join a guided tour of historic old town that takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. After visiting Split, we head towards Milna on the Island of Brač with a swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. After lunch we arrive in Milna still known as the most beautiful and most protected port on Brač. Explore this Dalmatian town dominated by a Baroque church with a typical Dalmatian bell tower. The interior of the church is rich in valuable paintings by Venetian painters. Overnight in the town of Milna or one of the harbors on Brač Island.
*Due to the limited capacity of Split harbour (reconstructions related) transfer by bus may be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour.
** Due to limited capacity at Milna Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.
*Due to the limited capacity of Split harbour (reconstructions related) transfer by bus may be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour.
** Due to limited capacity at Milna Harbour (during peak season), the port of call may be substituted with one of the nearby harbours.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Milna for 1 night, on board the ship
5
DAY 5 BRAČ ISLAND – VIS ISLAND (MONDAY)
Leaving Milna and Brač Island in the morning set sail to Vis. Cruise towards the island of Vis, once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Since the independence of Croatia, the island began opening slowly to the outside world. Some of Europe’s largest and greatest naval battles had happened in the waters of Vis. Vis Island holds many historic secrets and we will explore Vis history by military Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in one of the harbors on the island of Vis.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Vis for 1 night, on board the ship
6
DAY 6 VIS ISLAND – BIŠEVO – HVAR ISLAND (TUESDAY)
Leaving Vis in the morning and sail towards Biševo island to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon on the islet Biševo just in front of the town of Komiža. The possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions; however, you will be notified of this on time. Afterwards continue to the island of Hvar, take a swim break and continue sailing during lunch. Upon arrival in the afternoon, disembark and join a guided walking tour of Hvar Town join a guided tour of the town of Hvar where you will see many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe. Above Hvar Town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Hvar or Stari Grad for 1 night, on board the ship
7
DAY 7 HVAR ISLAND – KORČULA (WEDNESDAY)
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swimming stop, if weather permits, in one of the pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, thought to be the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. We will spend the night here. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history. Evening is free to explore the town on your own.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Korčula for 1 night, on board the ship
8
DAY 8 KORČULA – MLJET NATIONAL PARK – SLANO (THURSDAY)
In the morning head further south to the island or Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Lunch on board and departure for a small village called Slano on the mainland. Slano is a peaceful fishermen’s village, and the starting point to Ston, situated on the Pelješac peninsula, a fortified small village famous for its oysters. Pelješac peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. After exploring the town, we will make our way to a small village to enjoy the authentic local oyster tasting. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s dinner and overnight in Slano.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Slano for 1 night, on board the ship
9
DAY 9 SLANO – ELAPHITI ISLANDS – DUBROVNIK (FRIDAY)
Early morning cruise to Elaphiti Islands with a swimming stop on one of the secluded bays. Continue sail to Dubrovnik, and, before we moor at port, we cruise alongside the old city walls. After docking, join a guided tour at the historical center of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, enlisted as a UNESCO’s World Heritage Site. You guide will show you the most interesting sights of the Old Town and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After the city tour, you will be on your own to explore the city, visit the City Walls, the Rector’s Palace, and the Cathedral, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island or take a cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Dubrovnik for 1 night, on board the ship
10
DAY 10 DEPARTURE FROM DUBROVNIK (SATURDAY)
After breakfast it’s time to disembark no later than 9:00h. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik airport.
Meals : Breakfast
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
Zagreb
Hotel Westin 5*
| Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | |||
| Departures 2027 | Cruise and Land Portion | ||
| May 13, 27, July 22, August 19 | 4840 | ||
| June 17 | 5080 | ||
| September 2, 16 | 5395 | ||
| September 30 | 4605 | ||
| Supplement | |||
| Single occupancy supplement | 3385 | ||
Product Code: K
10% off if booked by December 31, 2026, with a 50% payment by January 15, 2027 – for 2027 departures.
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