Adriatic cruise onboard Adriatica [ship]
Day 1 TROGIR ARRIVAL, Saturday (WR, D)
You will be transferred from Split airport to the Trogir port. Embarkation starts at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Day 2 TROGIR – ŠIBENIK (Krka National Park excursion) Sunday (B, L)
Depart from Trogir early in the morning towards Šibenik with swim stop, weather permitting, in one of pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. After lunch disembark in Šibenik and continue by bus to visit Krka National Park. It’s magnificent waterfalls, including the famous waterfall Skradinski Buk, are one of Croatia’s most famous sights. We come back to Šibenik, a city of exceptional history and rich cultural heritage. Set out on a walking tour of Šibenik historical center and visit one of the most beautiful Renaissance Cathedrals of the Adriatic.
Overnight in Šibenik.
Day 3 ŠIBENIK – GALEŠNJAK – ZADAR (Wine tasting), Monday (B, L, T)
Early in the morning, we will leave Šibenik and set sail for Galešnjak, a typical small Dalmatian Island, where you will enjoy a swim stop in one of secluded bays. Enjoy lunch while we cruise into Zadar port. After arrival, join for 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, see the Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest Cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. If there is a breeze, enjoy the “Sea Organ”, an architectural sound art, which plays music by way of sea waves move into the tubes.
Overnight in Zadar.
Day 4 ZADAR – SALI – TELAŠČICA Nature Park, Tuesday (B, L, CD)
Morning departure for Sali, a tourist and fishing town on the island Dugi Otok (Long Island) and the nearest town to the "Telašćica" Nature Park and National Park "Kornati". It is mentioned in the 12th century, having received its name from its salt works, and today it is a favorite destination for divers. We set sail for the Telaščica Nature Park, lunch on board and swim stop followed by the visit to the Nature Park, which, due to its distinct beauty, wealth and importance, along with 6 islets within the bay of Telaščica itself, was declared a nature park in 1988. Free time to explore the white cliffs and lakes.
In the evening enjoy Captain’s dinner on board and overnight in Telašćica Nature Park.
Day 5 TELAŠČICA – KORNATI National Park – PRIMOŠTEN, Wednesday (B, L)
In the morning, we will continue towards National Park Kornati, comprised of 89 unforgettable islands, islets and reefs. Kornati National Park is often mentioned as a "nautical paradise” and a rich marine eco-system. Afterwards we continue to Primošten with a stop along the way for a swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. Primošten is a small, picturesque town situated between Šibenik and Trogir in the central part of the Adriatic coast and surrounded by seven other islets, a wonderful sight and an exceptional breathtaking place to explore built on a hill and dominated by the parish Church of St. George which was built in 1485. Your evening is at leisure in town.
Overnight in Primošten.
Day 6 PRIMOŠTEN – STARI GRAD (Hvar sightseeing), Thursday (B, L)
Leaving Primošten in the morning and sailing towards Stari Grad on the Island of Hvar, swim stop and lunch on board. Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe with many friendly and affordable conobas and restaurants in the backstreets of the old town. The Stari Grad Plain and the old town center of Stari Grad have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2008. After disembarking in Stari Grad we will take the bus to visit the town of Hvar, followed by a tour of the town - which will show you many historical sites, 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. In the evening, arrival by bus to the boat in Stari Grad.
Overnight in Stari Grad.
Day 7 STARI GRAD – SPLIT – TROGIR, Friday (B, L)
We will have an early morning sailing towards Split, swimming stop and lunch on board. After docking 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. Walk through the basement of the palace filled with market stalls and experience the historic architecture of this beautiful palace. See the remains of Split's Roman heritage, as well as its Renaissance and Gothic structures, the Temple of Jupiter, the Peristyle and many other unique places. After visiting Split set sail to the UNESCO-listed city of Trogir 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. Your time here is free to explore on your own.
Overnight in Trogir.
Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Split harbour (reconstructions related) we may sail directly to the port of Trogir. In that case transfer by bus will be organized to and from Split town for the sightseeing tour.
Day 8 TROGIR DEPARTURE, Saturday (B)
Disembark after breakfast, no later than 9:00h. 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 Trogir to Zadar and back to Trogir
• Supreme category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
• Arrival/departure shared transfer* from/to Split airport to/from Trogir 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 70 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
• Entrance fee to Telašćica Nature Park and Kornati National Park
• Wine tasting in Zadar
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 20, Jun 27 +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.