Program description
Split, Bol, Jelsa, Korčula, Dubrovnik, Mljet, Hvar, Split
Day 1 SPLIT ARRIVAL, Saturday (WR, D)
You will be transferred from Split airport to the port. Embarkation starts at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome Reception followed by dinner.
Day 2 SPLIT – BOL – JELSA, Sunday (B, L)
Morning sail towards Bol on Brač Island, where you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing its shape due to the ocean currents. Swim stop if weather permits. Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Jelsa on the island of Hvar. One of the most picturesque towns on the island of Hvar; Jelsa is nestled in amongst hills dense with pine woods. The town quay extends all the way around the harbour with numerous laid moorings. Walk around old stone street, squares, see churches, and parks. Enjoy a coffee in the main square and the Mediterranean atmosphere of this bustling town. Your evening is free to explore Jelsa on your own.
Day 3 JELSA – KORČULA (Wine tasting), Monday (B, L, T)
Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, with swim stop, weather permiting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town, and birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. Evening is free to explore the town on your own.
Day 4 KORČULA – DUBROVNIK, Tuesday (B, L)
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a famous UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical center of Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour, you will be on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls,
the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace, and the Cathedral, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 5 DUBROVNIK – MLJET National Park, Wednesday (B, L, CD)
In the morning head further north to the Island of Mljet. Mljet National Park encompasses five types of forest, many species of birds and two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). 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. In the evening enjoy Captain’s dinner on board.
Day 6 MLJET National Park – HVAR, Thursday (B, L)
Take a break for a swim during your morning cruise. Continue sailing during a lunch, afternoon arriving in Hvar, a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture, and a favourite holiday destination for international celebrities. During a walking tour, visit the 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 the town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Your evening is free in Hvar. You can explore more and dine on your own in one of the many restaurants in town.
Day 7 HVAR – SPLIT, Friday (B, L)
In the morning we head to our final port Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, and lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split. Take a walking tour of the historic inner city that takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Your evening is free in Split.
Day 8 SPLIT DEPARTURE, Saturday (B)
After breakfast it is time to disembark. You will be transferred to Split airport.
* B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, WR-Welcome Reception, CD-Captain’s dinner, T-Tasting
Other notices
INCLUDED:
- 7 nights cruise from Split to Dubrovnik and back to Split
- Supreme category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
- Arrival/departure shared transfer from/to airport to/from Split port on the first/last day of the program
- Daily buffet breakfast
- 6 lunches (3 course meal and salad bar)
- Welcome dinner and Captain's dinner
- Water dispenser
- Complimentary coffee, tea and fresh fruits available daily
- Professional English-speaking Cruise Manager throughout
- Whisper technology
- Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek
- Luggage handling
- One beach towel per person per week
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Drinks on board (except water), extra meals
• Entrance fees not mentioned in the program
• Port tax + Tourist tax 60 EUR net per person
(to be paid on board in cash)
SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
- Professional English-speaking guide for city tours of Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik
- Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park
- Wine tasting in Korčula
SUPPLEMENTS (OPTIONAL):
- Additional beach towel 7 EUR per person on request
- Private car transfers available on request (Vehicle transfers are not available in the pedestrian areas)
SINGLE USE CABIN SUPPLEMENT (ON REQUEST):
• May 4 - May 11, Oct 5 +60%
• May 18 - May 25, Jul 20 - Aug 17, Sep 28 +70%
• Jun 1 - Jul 13, Aug 24 - Sep 21 +80%
REDUCTIONS:
• Child (age 0-11,99 years) sharing a cabin with 1 adult - 30%
• 3rd bed reduction - 30% (on request only)
ITINERARY:
Every effort will be made to adhere to the scheduled itinerary; however, due to the schedule changes beyond organizer’s control, we reserve the right, without prior notice, to change routing or alter shore excursions.
* DELECTA Ltd. / Delecta Cruises reserve the right to change the ship's provider in case where the contracted services are not supplied according to the previously agreed standards or in case of charter of the confirmed ship.
RESERVATION AND BOOKING:
Reservation and booking is on request and need to be confirmed. Once you decide to go ahead with your reservation we will expect a 30% reservation deposit payable within 5 days from the date of our written confirmation. The deposit will secure your reservation. Balance payment due will be no later than 65 days prior to the cruise start.
The deposit is non- refundable.
CANCELLATION FEES:
* up to 65 days prior to the cruise commencement - loss of deposit
59 - 36 days prior to the cruise commencement - 50 % of the cruise rate
35-0 days days prior to the cruise commencement - 100 % of the cruise rate
