Adriatic cruise onboard Stella Maris [ship]
Day 1 SPLIT ARRIVAL, Saturday (WR, D)
You will be transferred from Split airport, where embarkation begins at 15:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Day 2 SPLIT – ŠIBENIK Sunday (B, L)
In the morning join a guided tour of Split, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Set sail to Šibenik and set out on a walking tour of Šibenik historical center and visit one of the most beautiful Renaissance Cathedrals of the Adriatic. Your night is at leisure in town.
Day 3 ŠIBENIK – NP KRKA – VODICE – ZADAR, Monday (B, L)
We start the day with breakfast, followed by a bus visit to the Krka National Park. It’s magnificent waterfalls, including the famous waterfall Skradinski Buk, are one of Croatia’s most famous sights. After the sightseeing tour, we continue sailing towards Zadar, swimming stop and lunch on board. Set out on a walking tour of Zadar historical center and admire the old walls and Port Gate built in 16th century. Visit the Square of the Five Wells, the Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest Cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. If there is a breeze, enjoy at the sea organ, an amazing art installation. Overnight in Zadar.
Day 4 ZADAR – RAB, Tuesday (B, L, T)
Departure towards Rab, known as the “Island of Love”, with an old town of the same name, with swimming stop. Guided city tour including the medieval walls and the famous four bell towers (you can climb one of them) along with palaces, churches, and squares where many artists paint and exhibit their works. Legend has it that the local nuns created a special Rab cake for the pope who visited Rab. We stop for a tasting of traditional Rab cake. You can see how is made, learn about it, taste it, you can even go to a workshop and try to make it by yourself. The recipe for the Rab cake remains a secret kept only by the islanders. Overnight in the town of Rab.
Day 5 RAB – MALI LOŠINJ, Wednesday (B, L)
Early this morning we set sail for the beautiful and untouched island of Lošinj, known as the "Island
of Wellness and Vitality" and the "Island of the Sun". It is also known for its lush green vegetation, pine trees, wildflowers, and herbs. After stopping for a swim in the crystal-clear Adriatic, we arrive in the town of Mali Lošinj, which boasts one of the most beautiful harbors on the Adriatic. Upon arrival, take a walk along the beautiful waterfront where there are nice shops, restaurants, and attractive cafes. The main tourist attraction is the Museum of Apoxyomenos. It is dedicated to the ancient bronze statue of Apoxyomenos, which was found in 1999 on the seabed near the islet of Vela Orjula at a depth of 45 meters. If you are interested in art, be sure to visit on your own the Fritzi Palace - Lošinj Museum, which houses a rich collection of works by Croatian and European artists. Overnight in Mali Lošinj.
Day 6 MALI LOŠINJ – SALI, Thursday (B, L, CD)
Departure after breakfast and a stop to swim in one of the quiet bays. Enjoy the incredibly clean sea. After lunch, sailing along the Kornati National Park to the small fishing village of Sali, a tourist town on Dugi Otok (Long Island) with a thousandyear- old history of fishing and the nearest town to the "Telašćica" Nature Park. It is mentioned in the 12th century, having received its name from its salt works, and today it is a favourite destination for divers. Sali is a place of a thousand-year-old fishing tradition, which was confirmed by written documents from the 10th century. Tonight, aboard our ship, enjoy the Captain’s dinner.
Day 7 SALI – HVAR, Friday (B, L)
Take a swim break during the morning cruise. Continue sailing during the lunch, arriving in the afternoon in Hvar, a favourite vacation destination of world celebrities, but also a charming seaside town with 8-century-old architecture. You can walk through the old town with picturesque alleys and see the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare's theatre in Great Britain), the Franciscan monastery and much more and dine on your own at one of the many restaurants in town. The evening in Hvar is free.
Day 8 HVAR – SPLIT DEPARTURE, Saturday (B)
Early morning departure for Split. 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
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 Šibenik, Zadar, Hvar and Split
- Guided tour and entrance to Krka National Park
- Wine tasting in Zadar
SUPPLEMENTS (OPTIONAL):
- Additional beach towel 7 EUR per person on request
- Entrance to Blue Cave to be paid on the spot
- Private car transfers available on request (Vehicle transfers are not available in the pedestrian areas)
SINGLE USE CABIN SUPPLEMENT (ON REQUEST):
• Jul 20 +70%
• Jun 15 - Jul 13 +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.