Adriatic cruise onboard Desire [ship]
Day 1 DUBROVNIK ARRIVAL, Saturday (WR, D)
You will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport to the port, where embarkation begins at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner.
Day 2 DUBROVNIK - ELAPHITI ISLANDS – SLANO (Oyster Tasting), Sunday (B, L, T, CD)
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, enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After returning to ship enjoy the magic scenery as the ship cruises around Dubrovnik city walls to continue to one of the Elaphiti islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, situated on Peljesac peninsula and once fortified small village famous for its oysters. Peljesac peninsula is known as one of the best wineproducing regions in Croatia. After exploring the town, we leave to a small nearby village to enjoy the authentic local oyster tasting. Overnight and Captains Dinner on board in Slano.
Day 3 SLANO – MLJET National Park – KORČULA, Monday (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. Continue our cruise towards the Korčula island, best known as a birthplace of Marco Polo. 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 4 KORČULA – BIŠEVO – VIS, Tuesday (B, L)
Early in the morning we sail to small island Biševo to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. Possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions; however you will be notified of this on time. Cruise towards the island of Vis once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Taste some exquisite wine sorts in one of the Vis traditional wineries. If interested, visit the remains of the Roman thermal place, City Museum or simply take a walk enjoy the views. Overnight in the port of Vis.
Day 5 VIS – HVAR – STARI GRAD, Wednesday (B, L)
In the morning head further towards Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, with a swim stop and lunch on board. Afternoon arrival in Hvar town followed by a tour of the town - 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 Hvar Town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. After the tour set sail towards Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, one of the oldest cities in Europe. Overnight in Stari Grad.
Day 6 STARI GRAD – TROGIR (Krka National Park excursion), Thursday (B, L)
Early morning departure to the old Dalmatian town Trogir. Trogir is sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini-Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a “floating museum town” - as it has a masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian palaces. Afterwards, you will discover the beauty of the Krka National Park and the small access port of Skradin where the flora and fauna are exceptional. Overnight in Trogir.
Day 7 TROGIR – SPLIT, Friday (B, L)
In the morning join tour of Trogir with a local tour guide. Set sail to Split with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon we arrive at Split to spend the night. Arriving in Split, join a guided tour of the city, visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. 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 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
- 6 lunches (3 course meal and 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, Korčula, Hvar, Trogir and Split
- Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy and Diocletian’s Palace
- Guided tour and entrance to Mljet National Park and Krka National Park
- Oyster tasting in Ston
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)
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):
• April 27 - May 11, Oct 12 +60%
• May 25, Jul 20 - Aug 17, Sep 28 +70%
• Jun 8 - Jul 6, Aug 31 - Sep 14 +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.