Itinerary
- Day 1
Split to Makarska
You'll depart Split harbour at 1:00 PM (or join from Makarska if you're running behind schedule). The boat heads south down the Dalmatian coast, and lunch gets served while you're cruising. There's an optional swim stop in one of the scenic bays in the afternoon if you want to cool off. By evening you'll arrive in Makarska, where you can walk the waterfront promenade, check out the lighthouse pathway, and grab a drink at one of the lively bars. The night's spent docked in Makarska port.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch served onboard during cruise along Dalmatian coast)
Included Activities
- Cruise along Dalmatian coast from Split to Makarska
- Lunch onboard during cruise
Optional Activities
- Afternoon swim stop in bay
- Explore Makarska waterfront and promenade
- Visit lighthouse pathway
- Explore main square with church and monuments
- Visit bars in Makarska
Landmarks/POIs Makarska Waterfront Makarska Main Square - Day 2
Makarska to Mljet
Early start heading toward Mljet with a swim stop on the Pelješac peninsula to freshen up. In the afternoon you'll see the salt lakes in Mljet National Park and have time to relax and soak in the quiet island atmosphere. The monastery and church on St. Mary Island sits in the middle of the large lake, so you'll get to visit those too. You'll stay overnight in Polača or Pomena port.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cruise from Makarska to Mljet
- Swim stop on Pelješac peninsula
- Visit salt lakes in Mljet National Park
- Visit monastery and church on St. Mary Island
Landmarks/POIs Mljet National Park St. Mary Island Monastery Pelješac Peninsula - Day 3
Mljet to Dubrovnik
After breakfast you're heading to Dubrovnik, which is Croatia's most well-known destination and often the highlight of the trip. The route takes you along a beautiful stretch of coastline. Once you arrive, you can explore on your own or join the included guided city tour if you're on a Premium package. There's an optional cable car ride up to Srd Mountain with great views of the old town below. Don't skip Stradun street and the main square, and try to walk at least part of the 1,940-meter city walls that have protected this city for centuries. You'll sleep in the Dubrovnik port.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cruise to Dubrovnik
- Guided city tour of Dubrovnik (Premium and Premium Superior only)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Dubrovnik
- Cable car ride up to Srđ mountain
- Walk Stradun street and square
- Walk city walls (1,940 meters)
Landmarks/POIs Dubrovnik Old Town Stradun Dubrovnik City Walls Srđ Mountain - Day 4
Dubrovnik to Šipan/Trstenik
Late morning you'll depart for either Šipan Island or Trstenik on the Pelješac peninsula. The afternoon includes a swimming session in the area. There's an optional winery visit if you're interested. In the evening the captain puts on a dinner onboard. You'll stay overnight in port.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner (Captain's Dinner onboard)
Included Activities
- Cruise to Šipan Island or Trstenik
- Afternoon swim
- Captain's Dinner onboard
Optional Activities
- Visit local winery
Landmarks/POIs Šipan Island Trstenik - Day 5
Trstenik to Korčula
After breakfast you're off to Korčula Island, which is the birthplace of explorer Marco Polo. Lunch happens onboard in a bay near Korčula town. You'll arrive in the afternoon and can walk through the well-preserved old town with its ancient walls and fortified bastions arranged in a unique 13th-century pattern. There's an optional wine and appetizers tasting at a local winery, and then dinner at a seafront restaurant or traditional konoba. You'll sleep in Korčula Town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch onboard in bay near Korčula town)
Included Activities
- Cruise to Korčula
- Lunch onboard in bay near Korčula
Optional Activities
- Explore Korčula old town
- Wine and appetizers tasting at local winery
- Dinner at seafront restaurants or konobas
Landmarks/POIs Korčula Old Town Marco Polo Birthplace - Day 6
Korčula to Hvar
You'll leave early and head to the Pakleni Islands for lunch and a swim stop. The afternoon brings sightseeing around Hvar, the longest island in the Adriatic. There's a Renaissance cathedral with its original tower and Europe's oldest community theatre from 1612. Hvar has tons of entertainment options, good restaurants, bars, and cafes that stay open late. The night's spent in Hvar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Pakleni Islands)
Included Activities
- Cruise to Pakleni Islands and Hvar
- Lunch at Pakleni Islands
- Swim stop at Pakleni Islands
Optional Activities
- Explore Hvar town
- Visit Renaissance cathedral
- Visit community theatre
- Dine at restaurants, bars, and cafes
Landmarks/POIs Pakleni Islands Hvar Island Hvar Renaissance Cathedral Hvar Community Theatre - Day 7
Hvar to Brač to Split
Today you're heading to Brač Island to see Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn), the most famous and photographed beach in Dalmatia. It's a unique shingle bar that shifts and changes shape with the wind. You'll swim at this iconic beach near Bol, a charming old fishing village. After lunch you continue toward Split with more swimming stops in scenic bays around Brač. Optional river rafting or zip lining on the Cetina River is available if you want something active. As you get closer to Split you'll see beautiful views of the Split Riviera. There's an optional guided tour of Split when you arrive, which covers the UNESCO-protected city and the famous Diocletian's Palace. Plenty of bistros and restaurants serve local food. You'll stay overnight in Split.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Cruise to Brač Island
- Swim at Zlatni Rat beach
- Lunch onboard
- Swim stops in bays around Brač
- Cruise to Split
Optional Activities
- River rafting excursion on Cetina River
- Zip lining on Cetina River
- Guided tour of Split
- Explore Diocletian's Palace
- Dine at bistros and restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Zlatni Rat Beach Bol Brač Island Cetina River Diocletian's Palace - Day 8
Split
Early breakfast and then it's time to say goodbye to the crew and the people you've met during the cruise.
- Meals
- Breakfast
