The Islands of Dalmatia Cruise

Resort: The Islands of Dalmatia Cruise
Operator: Emerald Waterways
Destination: Croatia
Price From: £1545.00

Overview

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival Split – Trogir

Welcome to Trogir, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997, the town is home to a number of fascinating historic sights. You will be met at the airport in Split and transferred to Trogir to board your private yacht, where a warm welcome awaits you from your captain and crew. The evening is yours to settle into your sumptuous cabin aboard our exclusively-chartered boutique yacht. Get to know your fellow guests or take the opportunity to explore the local surroundings as we dock overnight.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 – Trogir – ibenik

Start your day with a guided tour of Trogir. Its small, historic town centre resembles that of an outdoor museum, and the medieval streets boast magnificent Romanesque churches, as well as beautiful examples of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Later, sail towards one of the oldest towns on the Adriatic Cost, ibenik. Boasting fantastic monuments, dating back to Venetian times, like that of the marble Cathedral of St. James, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – Skradin Hvar

A short distance from the small town of Skradin, Krka National Park, named after the Krka River, covers an area of just over 142 square km and includes two thirds of the river itself. The top attraction of the park is its magnificent waterfalls, including the famous Skradinski Buk falls which are one of Croatias most famous sights. You can even swim in some parts of the park, so be sure to pack your swimwear. After the tour, return to the ship for an afternoon cruising.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 – Hvar Split

Enjoy a guided tour of Hvar. With its beautiful fields of lavender and carefully cultivated vineyards, the island is considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Carpeting the hillsides around its cosy harbour are terracotta-roofed villas, Gothic palaces and 13th-century ramparts rising towards an impressive citadel. Visit the impressive bell towers of the Franciscan Monastery, St Marks Church and Cathedral of St Stephen, before returning to your ship for an afternoon of sailing towards Split. Croatias second-largest city and the largest city on the Adriatic coast, boasts a fantastic contrast of Roman and modern architecture.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5 – Omi – Pucica Korcula

Pucica is a coastal town known for its white limestone, used to build part of the White House in Washington DC. For many generations, locals have been making use of the stone and, as part of your EmeraldPLUS included excursion, youll have the opportunity to visit a stonemason school. Founded in 1909 the school provides educational support for local students, producing quality religious icons, fountains, statues.
EmeraldPLUS: Tour of Pucica &Visit to a Stone Masonry School
DiscoverMORE Guided tour of Cetina with boat ride and local tasting (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 – Korcula – Mljet Slano

The island of Korcula is one of the greenest islands in the Adriatic Sea. Begin your day with a guided tour of the town, marveling at its typical medieval architecture, including ancient towers and red-roofed houses. Marco Polo, the famous worldtraveller and writer, as well as a Venetian merchant, is reputed to have been born in Korcula.
DiscoverMORE Guided tour of Mljet

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 – Slano Dubrovnik

As the gatekeeper of Peljeac peninsulas wine empire, Ston is a jewel of the Adriatic Coast. Begin your day with an included guided tour, including a wine-tasting session. Later, cruise to Dubrovnik and witness the beauty of its Old Town, its charm lying on its white limestone streets, Baroque buildings and ancient city walls. A UNESCO World Heritage site, known as the pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik will be sure to amaze you.
EmeraldPLUS: Guided tour of Ston, with wine-tasting

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 – Depart Dubrovnik

After breakfast, its time to say farewell to your fellow passengers and transfer to Dubrovnik airport for your onward or homebound flight.

Meals Included: Breakfast

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