Adriatic cruise onboard Stella Maris [ship]
Day 1 DUBROVNIK ARRIVAL, Saturday (WR, D)
You will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport to harbour, where embarkation begins at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Day 2 DUBROVNIK – KOTOR (Montenegro), Sunday (B, L)
Start the day with a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic”. Walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and you will visit Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy. We set sail for Kotor. After lunch on board, we are going to visit Lovćen Mountain, Njeguši Village and Budva. Encounter Montenegro’s rich culture, historical heritage, and natural beauty as you travel by bus up the serpentine Lovćen Hills. A beautiful view of Kotor Bay and lovely mountain scenery accompany you en route to Njeguši, where you will visit the village smokehouse. Stop for a snack of smoked ham and cheese, brandy, and wine—all local specialties. Then, head down the mountains towards the city of Budva—believed to be one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic coast. It is more than 2,000 years old. After panoramic stop above the town you will drive back to Kotor and enjoy dinner in one of the local restaurants. Your evening is free in Kotor.
Day 3 KOTOR (Montenegro) – SLANO, Monday (B, L, CD)
Start the day with a walking tour of Kotor which will include a visit to St Tryphon’s Cathedral, and you will see the Orthodox Church of St Luka from the outside. Afterwards continue to Slano with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. Slano is a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, once fortified small village famous for its oysters situated on Pelješac peninsula. Pelješac peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. Overnight and Captain’s dinner in Slano.
Day 4 SLANO – MLJET National Park – KORČULA, Tuesday (B, L)
In the morning we head north to the Island of Mljet. 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. Continue our cruise towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Before lunch, there is time for a swim stop in the clear blue sea. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Korčula where you can enjoy a gourmet experience at the multiple restaurants and bars.
Day 5 KORČULA – PLOČE (Mostar excursion), Wednesday (B, L, D)
Early in the morning sail to Ploče with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permitting. Lunch on board. Take the coach for an excursion to Mostar with dinner included. Mostar is the city were east and west meet. Built alongside the Neretva River is known for its beautiful “Old Bridge" (Stari Most) the heart and symbol of the city. Since 2005 the “Old Bridge", and the old city of Mostar have been inscribed as a World Heritage by UNESCO. Walk the old, cobblestone streets, visit the Turkish house and the mosque. Overnight in Ploče.
Day 6 PLOČE – HVAR, Thursday (B, L)
Leaving Ploče, we will have an early morning cruise towards town of Hvar on the island of Hvar a favourite vacation destination of world celebrities, but also a charming seaside town with 8thcentury architecture. Before lunch, there is time for a swim stop in the clear blue sea. Upon arrival in Hvar, you will enjoy visiting 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.
Day 7 HVAR – SPLIT, Friday (B, L)
We head to our final port Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive in Split to take a walking tour of the historic inner city 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’s 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
INCLUDED:
- 7 nights cruise from Dubrovnik to Kotor and Split
- Supreme category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
- Arrival shared transfer from Dubrovnik airport to port on the first day of the program
- Departure shared transfer from port to Split airport on the last day of the program
- Daily buffet breakfast
- 6 lunches (3 course meal with salad bar)
- Welcome dinner and Captain's dinner with live music
- 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
SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
- Professional English-speaking guide for city tours of Dubrovnik, Kotor, Korčula, Mostar, Hvar and Split
- Dinner in Mostar and Kotor
- Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park
- Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy, St Tryphon’s Cathedral
- Lovćen/Njeguši/Budva Excursion – ride by bus, snack in Njeguši (smoked ham and cheese, brandy and wine)
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Drinks on board (except water), extra meals
• Entrance fees not mentioned in the program
• Port tax + Tourist tax 70 EUR net per person (to be paid on board in cash)
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):
• Jun 22 - 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
NOTICE: Upon checking on availability we will respond to your cruise inquiry by email and prior to your potential reservation we will send you a precise quotation.