DAY 1; SATURDAY, SPLIT
The brand new Elegance M/S Kleopatra is docked in the Split city port. Travelers can get aboard during the entire day. The official Welcome Meeting will start at 7 PM when guests will be greeted by the Cruise director and the Captain, who will introduce the boat crew and your fellow passengers. Welcome dinner will be served at 7:30 PM
The embarkation will be possible throughout the day, yet access to cabins is granted from 1 PM onwards. Passengers arriving prior to 1 PM can leave their luggage onboard. Any late arriving passengers will be welcomed aboard by the boat Captain, and will be served a cold dinner.
Overnight in Split, (D)
DAY 2; SUNDAY, SPLIT - BOL - HVAR
The journey starts with a morning departure towards the Brac Island. Our first destination is the coastal town Bol, home to the most famous beach in Croatia, the Golden Cape. Travelers will enjoy a half-day in Bol, when they are free to discover this Dalmatian town, its beaches, restaurants and cafes on their own time, until lunch is served onboard.
After lunch, we sail towards Hvar Island. Known as the sunniest spot in Croatia, Hvar hides historic cities, purple lavender fields and coastline dotted with coves in one of which we shall stop for a swim. We will disembark in Hvar for a guided city tour, getting to know the fascinating history and modern trendy spots. Travelers get an evening in Hvar town to themselves, free to explore and dine on their own.
Overnight in Hvar Town, (B, L)
DAY 3; MONDAY, HVAR – KORCULA, KORCULA ISLAND
This morning we depart from the lovely Hvar towards the island of Korcula. A swim stop will be made on the way to enjoy the endlessly blue Adriatic Sea, before reaching Korcula town, its city walls and tower imposing from the sea. Known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, this ancient city holds a museum dedicated to the world explorer, 15th century St. Mark’s Cathedral, Renaissance and Gothic architecture and many historic sites to be explored on a guided city tour upon arrival. The rest of the evening is at leisure for guests to enjoy discovering and dining at their own pace.
Overnight in Korcula Town, (B, L)
DAY 4; TUESDAY, KORCULA – DUBROVNIK
Leaving Korcula towards Dubrovnik, today’s cruise unveils breathtaking vistas of the coast bathed in the clear Adriatic Sea. On the way we pass Mljet National Park island and the Elaphiti Islands archipelago where we stop for a swimming break and to enjoy lunch before continuing to Dubrovnik.
Arriving to Dubrovnik, travelers will be welcomed by our own city guide and transport to the Old Town Dubrovnik. The drive towards the Old Town offers panoramic views, which we will make sure you have time to capture on your camera before continuing. The historic center of Dubrovnik, its Old Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which guests will explore on a guided city tour. After the city tour, time at leisure to explore on your own, visit the city walls, or take the electric cable car to the top of the Mount Srdj. Return coach transfer is scheduled at 6 PM, or guest can opt to return to the boar on their own.
Overnight in Dubrovnik, (B, L)
DAY 5; WEDNESDAY, DUBROVNIK- ELAPHITI ISLANDS - NATIONAL PARK MLJET, MLJET ISLAND
After breakfast, the journey continues on a stunning cruise to the Mljet National Park. En route we will pass by the magnificent shores of the Elaphiti islands archipelago, with swim stops along the way. Lunch will be served on board. Upon arrival to the Mljet National Park, travelers will have a free afternoon to discover the park (entrance fees are not included), its untouched nature, olive groves, vineyards, villages, two salt-water lakes and a Benedictine monastery on the island of St. Mary, all perfect treks for a leisurely walk. Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Mljet National Park, (B, L)
DAY 6; THURSDAY, MLJET – PUCISCA (BRAC ISLAND)
Today we depart towards Pucisca, the largest village on the Brac Island, with plenty of swimming stops on the way and lunch served onboard. Pucisca village is plainly stunning, set in a steep-sided natural harbor where a fjord like inlet meets three narrow valleys that descend from the Brac hills. Most of its Mediterranean architecture is carved in limestone, a staple of the island, and the only stonemasonry school in Croatia, celebrating centuries of the traditional craft. We will spend the night in this quaint village, enjoying the sunset coloring the white stones around us.
Overnight in Pucisca on Brac Island, (B, L)
DAY 7; FRIDAY, PUCISCA – OMIS (MAKARSKA RIVIERA) - SPLIT
After breakfast we cruise across the Brac channel to Omis, an ancient town situated at the delta of Cetina River surrounded by large cliffs and wild canyons. Omis has a fascinating history, the Mirabella fort standing proof of its piracy days. Leisurely walk through the city unveils several fortresses and stone churches scattered around the town’s colorful local market place, small restaurants and coffee bars set amidst trendy shops and boutiques. During afternoon hours we sail towards Split, our first and last stop. Guests will enjoy the striking natural setting on the approach to Split, where dramatic mountains descend into the Adriatic Sea.
Upon arrival to Split, travelers will take a guided walking tour of Split whose long history reaches 1,700 years into the past. Stroll the Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the vibrant metropolitan atmosphere on Split’s many alleys and popular Riva.
Overnight in Split, (B)
DAY 8; SATURDAY, SPLIT
After breakfast we shall say farewell, and wish you calm seas. (B)