Video Overview

Tour Itinerary

• August 27, 2021:

  We depart Chicago (ORD) (add-ons from other cities are available) for our flight to Split, Croatia. Overnight flight via Europe.  Meals in flight.

• August 28th: Welcome to Croatia:

  We’ll clear customs and immigration and board the coach with our luggage and will be transferred to the nearby Port on the private boat and start cruising to Brač island. The island is known for its olives and stone cutting tradition; Brač stone was used in building Diocletian’s palace and some also say that Brač limestone was used in building the White House. Island Brač is also known for its Golden Horn Beach, famed beach in Bol, is perhaps the best known and the most beautiful beach in Croatia. Overnight on the ship.  MEALS: D

• August 29th: Brac Island:

  Brač is also known for its Golden Horn Beach, famed beach in Bol, is perhaps the best known and the most beautiful beach in Croatia. But as locals like to say, it isn’t the only beach here. The entire south side of the island of Brač is dotted with gorgeous pebble beaches. Its highest peak, Vidova Gora, is at 778 m, and it makes Brač the highest of all Adriatic islands. Enjoy a visit to the island highlights, olive oil tasting, and lunch during the tour. After the tour, continue on to Hvar island.

  Overnight on a cruiser, docked in Hvar town. Overnight on the ship. Meals: B,L,D

• August 30th: Hvar Island:

  Our half-day wine tour will take you on a journey through centuries of vineyards of Hvar, with your expert local guide bringing the wines to life and unraveling the Hvar wine story. We will start our journey in Hvar and start with a drive through the island inland. We will pass through old villages Brusje and Velo Grablje and through many Lavender Fields. Continuing this stress-free sightseeing, we come towards di Ager (Hora) – a protected field, one of the Greek culture masterpieces which remained almost intact during a period of 2400 years. The best part begins in Jelsa, where one specially chosen winery is waiting for you. Try basil or sage-flavored olive oil and decide to move to Hvar permanently. After wine tasting, we’ll head to an old, abandoned village Malo Grablje for a fabulous traditional 3-course lunch. Unwind Dalmatian style in the amazing setting of this quiet, secluded village and enjoy lunch with a view of surrounding cliffs and beautiful nature. In the afternoon explore Hvar town. Hvar town is an ancient town with a rich history on the island in the Croatian Adriatic Sea with the same name. Hvar is proud that it has the sunniest hours of all the islands in the Adriatic Sea. Many people say of the town Hvar that it is a town as from a fairy- tale because of its architecture, wonderful nature and its mild climate. Everybody can find in Hvar all that gives peace to the soul and relaxation to the body. In the afternoon continue to Vis island. Overnight on the ship. Meals: B, L, D

• August 31st: VIS ISLAND:

  After 1945 The island was a major military base for the Yugoslav Army. There are over 30 military objects around the island. Find out why Vis was called “KEY OF THE ADRIATIC” on our Jeep Safari tour. Tour of the island begins with historical explanations reaching back to ancient times until the present. We will learn more about the island of Vis and see all the important sites. Departure from Vis town, a tour of Tito’s cave, island’s highest peak Hum (587m), former RAF airport and cricket field in Pliskopoje, George III fort above Vis town, former military base Parja and submarine tunnel “Jastog” (Lobster). When we arrive at Vis town you will be able to see the remains of a Greek cemetery and Roman bath. After the tour continues to Korčula island. Overnight on the ship. Meals: B, D

• September 1st: KORČULA ISLAND:

  Departing from Korcula Town towards Lumbarda by vehicle our first stop comes after no more than 5 minutes at one of the region’s top honey producers. Here we will learn how honey gets from the beehives to jars, followed by a honey tasting. After the honey tasting, we transfer to Lumbarda to taste one of Korcula’s most famous products, its wine. The winery we visit produces the acclaimed and little-known (outside of Croatia) white wine, Grk, as well as Plavac Mali (a red wine produced throughout Dalmatia with ties to American Zinfandel). All wines are paired with tasty Dalmatian snacks. Leaving the winery, we take a short 10-minute walk arriving at the scenic views of the village before arriving at our final destination to sweeten up our taste-buds. At the home of the jovial Ivan & Ana, we will taste an array of delicious homemade products including olive oil, preserves, sweet treats, Croatian rakija (brandy), domestic wine and to top the tour off, pancakes (crepe-style) with jam. We will also take a wonderful walk up through the olive & fruit trees for an amazing panoramic view. After we bid our new friends farewell, we’ll return back to Korcula where you will have Korčula town sightseeing. On this tour, you will also visit Marco Polo’s berth house. After the tour continues to Mljet island. Overnight on the ship. Meals: B, D

• September 2nd: NP MLJET:

  In the morning continue to the most beautiful and most forested island in the Adriatic. Untouched nature, the island’s mysticism, olive groves, vineyards, and rich forests are ideal places to research the rich flora and fauna and to peacefully enjoy the pristine beauty of the natural surroundings. Enjoy in the walking tour of this beautiful National Park. A half of Mljet Island, its northwestern part, contains a protected national park with lush vegetation, seawater lakes, and thick pine forest. The island is dotted with small villages, and it feels quiet even in high season. After Mljet continue to Elaphiti islands. Overnight on the ship. Meals: B, D 

• September 3rd: ELAPHITI:

  In the morning explore the impressive Elaphiti Islands archipelago and enjoy the most beautiful parts of the 3 largest inhabited islands. Experience stunning nature with orange, lemon, and olive trees and beautiful bays. The Elaphiti Islands are a small archipelago northwest of Dubrovnik. The name comes from Greek and can be translated as the Deer Islands. One possible explanation is that deer-hunting Greek settlers once lived on the island. The islands are mostly covered with pine forests, along with some orange, lemon, olive, and laurel trees. In just 1 day, visit the 3 largest inhabited islands.  Enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Dinner as we anchor in Dubrovnik port. Overnight on the boat. Meals: B, D

• September 4th: Dubrovnik:

  Our paradise cruise adventure comes to an end.  After breakfast, we depart the ship for a transfer to the airport for our flight home. We arrive in the US on the same day. Meals: B, and meal(s) in flight

• DAY 3: TIME TO SAY GOODBYE

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“Optional” 4 day/3 night extension in Dubrovnik

       

Staying at the luxury “Villa Dubrovnik”, Set into the rocky cliffs on the most magical stretch of Dalmatian coast, Villa Dubrovnik is a stylish retreat for guests in search of luxurious privacy and first-class hospitality. The hotel’s pristine white architecture provides a stunning contrast to the rocky landscape and emerald green waters of Adriatic.

The property’s clean, nautical lines evoke an understated refinement and the modern decor is matched by an out-of-this-world gastronomic experience that revisits the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean in a contemporary style.

Welcome to the Pearl of Adriatic! Disembark in Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik lies in the extreme south of Croatia, basking in glorious Mediterranean sunshine for much of the year. A fairytale fortress of
beautiful Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance churches, aristocratic palaces, red-roofed townhouses, magnificent monasteries, and fascinating history, it is almost impossible to feel anything but uplifted and inspired here. As George Bernard Shaw said during his lifetime: “Those who seek paradise on earth should come to Dubrovnik” Dubrovnik Old Town is known as one of the world’s finest and most perfectly preserved medieval cities. One of the best views in the world is from the old city walls. So, be prepared to be amazed. Wander the bustling boutiques, markets, and bars, savor freshly-caught seafood while gazing out to sea at sunset; walk along the iconic walls, or take a cable car up to Mount Srđ for the most spectacular views in all of Dubrovnik. Today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Old Town and its towering walls rise above a 13th-century main street that literally sparkles in the sun. No wonder so many consider Dubrovnik a precious gem.

Meals B

Basically, everything is provided with our Private Croatian Cruise itinerary and package!

Your package will include:

Roundtrip air from the US (flights from Chicago and Washington, DC available)

Airport transfers in Split and Dubrovnik (when traveling with the group)

All scheduled cruise excursions and activities as listed on the itinerary.

Cruise accommodation with in-cabin facilities.

Use of onboard facilities.

Meals as listed on the itinerary.

Ship to shore transfers.

Entrance fees for all activities and visits listed.

All port charges and taxes.

Optional Dubrovnik Extension includes: Transfer from ship to your hotel, 3 nights hotel accommodations, Breakfast daily, other meals per itinerary indicated above, Tour per itinerary above, $100 spa credit per person.

Not included:

Travelers Insurance (highly recommended) Go to Travel Insurance | Advantage International (advantage-intl.com) for information

Vaccinations and testing required for the US nd Croatia

Meals not listed on the itinerary.

Connecting flights to and from our US destination.

Alcohol, soda, beverages, and off-ship drinks.

Massage, spa, and beauty treatments.

Souvenir items purchased on board or in the towns.

Shopping

Items of a personal nature and any personal expenses

Gratuities at own discretion

Itinerary, times, and events subject to change.  

U.S. citizens must have a valid US Passport to enter Croatia. (You will need to have at least one blank page available for the arrival stamp and your passport must be valid for three months after your departure from Croatia.) U.S. citizens currently must also present evidence of a negative Covid-19 PCR test taken within 48hrs of departure as well as complete a Health Form before arrival. All this is subject to change and we will keep you updated.

No Vaccinations are required (at this time), but you currently must show a negative Covid-19 PCR test taken within 48hrs of your return flight to the US. If this is still the requirement in September 2021, we will arrange for the test during the trip. See Travel.State.Gov, who.int/countries/hrv/ and CDC.Gov for further details on Passport and Vaccinations.