Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You're heading out to explore the Istrian peninsula, Croatia's islands, and Venice along the northern Adriatic Sea. Medieval architecture and sunny islands await you on a small private cruise ship.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
- Day 2
Šibenik
Start in Šibenik with a locally guided walking tour through medieval alleys, well-preserved fortresses, and the Cathedral of St. James. Then board your cruise ship for the week ahead. Later this evening, you'll meet fellow travelers at a welcome dinner with Croatian wine and local entertainment.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner with local entertainment and Croatian wine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
Included Activities
- Locally guided walking tour of Šibenik's historical center
- Visit to Cathedral of St. James (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Welcome dinner with local entertainment
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral of St. James 
- Day 3
Kornati National Park
Head to Krka National Park early to see the dramatic waterfalls and scenic trails. A boat takes you along the river to Skradin, passing through St. Anthony's Channel and St. Nicola's fortress (a UNESCO heritage site from the 16th century). By afternoon, you're cruising through Kornati National Park's 140 islands, islets, and reefs. Dinner happens onboard.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
Included Activities
- Visit to Krka National Park with waterfall viewing
- Walking trails in Krka National Park
- Boat tour along Krka River to Skradin
- Passage through St. Anthony's Channel
- Viewing of St. Nicola's fortress (UNESCO heritage site)
- Cruise through Kornati National Park
Landmarks/POIs Krka National Park St. Nicola's Fortress Kornati National Park - Day 4
Zadar
This morning you cruise toward the Zadar Islands and explore Telaščica Nature Park. After disembarking in Zadar, a local guide shows you Roman ruins, Byzantine architecture, Nikola Bašić's art installations, and the Cathedral of St. Anastasia. You can choose between two guided options: the Gold and Silver tour or the Museum of Ancient Glass. Free time later to wander Zadar's streets and try local Dalmatian food.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
Included Activities
- Visit to Telašcica Nature Park
- Guided tour of Zadar's historical sites
- Viewing of Roman ruins and Byzantine architecture
- Viewing of Nikola Bašić's art installations (Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun)
- Visit to Cathedral of St. Anastasia
Optional Activities
- Gold and Silver Collection tour with local guide
- Museum of Ancient Glass at Cosmacendi family palace
Landmarks/POIs Telašcica Nature Park Cathedral of St. Anastasia Sea Organ Greeting to the Sun 
- Day 5
Rab
You'll pass by Pag, Olib, and smaller islands of the Zadar Archipelago on your way to Rab this afternoon. A tour covers Rab's ancient stone walls, four church towers, and the beautiful park with wooded hills leading to beaches. You'll see the Franciscan Monastery of St. Bernardino's art collection. This evening a local teaches you how to make Rab cake, a Croatian delicacy, and you enjoy it with local gin and tonic. The rest of the night is yours.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Rab's historical sites
- Viewing of ancient stone walls and four church towers
- Visit to park with wooded hills and beaches
- Visit to Franciscan Monastery of St. Bernardino
- Rab cake making demonstration with local
- Tasting of Rab cake and locally made gin and tonic
Landmarks/POIs Franciscan Monastery of St. Bernardino 
- Day 6
Krk
You set sail to Krk, the largest island in the Adriatic. During a guided tour, learn about the island's long history and cultural heritage. See the 5th-century Krk Cathedral from Roman times and the 12th-century Frankopan Castle built by Croatian nobles. Each preserved wall, cathedral, temple, square, and monument tells a different part of the island's story. Your evening is open for exploring and dinner at local restaurants.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Krk Town
- Visit to 5th-century Krk Cathedral
- Visit to 12th-century Frankopan Castle
Landmarks/POIs Krk Cathedral Frankopan Castle - Day 7
Cres
Spend your morning at leisure around Krk Town or swimming in the crystal blue Adriatic waters. If interested, join an optional tour to the Kornic Ethnographic collection via Punat, taking a boat to Košljun Island. By afternoon, you depart Krk for the colorful island of Cres with its yellow and brown terraced houses and blue awnings. Walk through Cres's winding medieval Old Town streets. Your evening is free to enjoy the coast and charm of Cres.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (<I>MS San Spirito</I>)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Cres's Old Town
Optional Activities
- Kornic Ethnographic collection tour with boat to Košljun Island
Landmarks/POIs Cres Old Town 
- Day 8
Opatija
Take a morning cruise through the Istrian Peninsula with an optional swimming stop before lunch. You arrive in Opatija and join a local guide to explore this elegant resort town. Walk along Lungomare, a scenic seaside promenade with natural beauty and pristine coastlines. Spend time wandering independently before heading back for dinner onboard the ship.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Life Class Hotel Riviera)
Included Activities
- Morning cruise through Istrian Peninsula
- Guided tour of Opatija
- Stroll along Lungomare promenade
- Dinner onboard ship
Optional Activities
- Swimming during morning cruise
Landmarks/POIs Lungomare - Day 9
Istrian Peninsula - Portorož
After disembarking in Opatija, you head inland to the Istrian peninsula with views of Ucka Mountain. Visit a local distillery where owners produce brandies using regional plants, fruits, and herbs. Then see the picturesque hilltop town of Hum. Enjoy farm-to-table lunch at a family-owned restaurant. Later, visit Salina Nature Park, one of the biggest coastal wetlands, where locals harvest salt using a 700-year-old method, and tour the Museum of salt making.
- Meals
- Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch in family-owned restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Life Class Hotel Riviera)
Included Activities
- Visit to local distillery with tasting
- Visit to Hum hilltop town
- Farm-to-table lunch at family-owned restaurant
- Visit to Salina Nature Park
- Museum of salt making visit
Landmarks/POIs Hum Salina Nature Park - Day 10
Venice
Spend the morning exploring the Adriatic's beautiful beaches. If interested, join an optional tour to see Postojna caves. You can explore Portorož independently. Later this evening, toast to Slovenia at dinner in a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner in local restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Avani Rio Novo)
Included Activities
- Beach exploration of Adriatic Sea
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Postojna caves
- Day 11
Collio - Venice
You continue toward Venice, leaving Slovenia behind. Experience the Italian region of Collio in northeast Italy's sunny hills and slopes, known for some of the world's best white wines. Stop for lunch at a family-owned winery. Then Venice welcomes you with its 117 tiny islands surrounded by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at family-owned winery in Collio)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Avani Rio Novo)
Included Activities
- Wine tasting at family-owned winery in Collio
- Lunch at family-owned winery
Landmarks/POIs Collio Wine Region 
- Day 12
Murano
This morning, travel by boat to Murano Island for an expert glass-blowing demonstration showcasing a centuries-long tradition. Join your local guide for a walking tour of Venice's iconic sights, pausing for views over the Bridge of Sighs. Take in St. Mark's Square with its marbled palaces and gilded basilicas. The rest of the day is yours to explore. This evening, toast to this memorable voyage at a farewell dinner with fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner with fellow travelers)
Included Activities
- Boat transfer to Murano Island
- Expert glass-blowing demonstration
- Walking tour of Venice's iconic sights
- Viewing of Bridge of Sighs
- Visit to St. Mark's Square
- Farewell dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks/POIs Murano Island Bridge of Sighs St. Mark's Square - Day 13
Departure
Your tour comes to an end as you say goodbye to Italy, the Slovenian coastline, and the Croatian islands.
