Starting in Split, this incredible 8-day voyage takes you on an exploration of coastal Croatia and its many hidden treasures. M/S Mama Marija II sails across the delightful turquoise Adriatic Sea, wending its way between necklaces of islands dotted here and there off the Dalmatian Coast. Explore the wild beauty and pearls of the Adriatic: ancient ruins, a wealth of art, and timeless cities just waiting to be discovered, such as Dubrovnik, Korcula, and Hvar.
Highlights
Explore Split, a medieval town contained within palace walls
Learn more about the history, culture, and way of life on Hvar
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Your ship will docked in the Split harbor, where you can board during the entire day. At 7 p.m., you can have a welcome meeting where the captain will introduce you to the crew and your fellow passengers. A welcome dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m. The embarkation is possible at any time of day. Passengers arriving in the morning will not be able to enter their cabins before 1.00 pm, but they can leave luggage on board. The captain will wait for all the passengers arriving late at night. All the late-arriving guests will be provided with a dinner. Overnight in Split.
An English-speaking guide will do a morning tour of Split City, walking you through the world-famous Diocletian’s Palace. Split is the second-largest urban center in Croatia and the seat of Split-Dalmatia County. Over 1700 years old, Split abounds with cultural and historical sights, lots of them situated within Split’s historical nucleus, which has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List ever since 1979. At 12 am, sail out for Trogir, another city inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Lunch will be served on board, and have a swim stop en route, arriving at Trogir in the afternoon. This town - museum is literally packed with palaces, churches, monasteries, and towers, with the main attraction being the Cathedral of St. Lawrence, probably the finest example of sacral architecture in Croatia. A professional English-speaking guide will take you on a Trogir city tour.
Afterward, have the evening on your own, free to explore or have dinner in one of Trogir’s cozy taverns. Overnight in Trogir Historical Town.
In the morning, sail for Bol, a place best-known for its beach of Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), which regularly hits the top lists of the most beautiful European beaches. Once you stop in Bol, you can enjoy indulging in simple pleasures such as taking a walk around this nice little Dalmatian town, perhaps having a cup of coffee or going for a swim, until lunch is served on board. After lunch, continue cruising to Vis. Being an important strategic military stronghold for a long time, Viswas was spared excessive tourist development and thus retained its unspoiled beaches, ecological agriculture, and traditional architecture. Overnight in Vis,
Optional late afternoon Vis Island Tour excursion
As you start your tour of Vis, a coach will follow the old road, which rises above the town and overlooks the bay. After that, descend to the fields and drive-through vineyards and olive groves, passing by the former allied airport from WWII, and then descend down to Komiža. Free time in Komiža, a stunning fishermen's village, to have dinner in one of the cozy restaurants. Return to a boat overnight. Reservations and payment on the spot.
Cruise to the Island of Biševo and its Blue Cave, one of the most famous natural attractions in the whole of the Adriatic Sea. Blue Cave is a waterlogged cave that can be approached only by boat. However, at times high waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something you shall not know before the morning designated for your visit. In case you can't enter Blue Cave due to such sea conditions, you can get a full ticket refund. After a swim stop and lunch, continue cruising along many coves and bays, towards Hvar, the sunniest Croatian island. Hvar is one of the country’s most attractive tourist destinations and a meeting point for international jet-setters. Upon your arrival to Hvar, a local English-speaking guide will walk you through this unique city, introducing you to its millennia-long history, culture, and way of life, along with a few of the island’s peculiarities, such as the traditional farming of lavender.
Afterward, have an evening on your own to explore and dine in one of the numerous family-owned restaurants and taverns.
Overnight in Hvar Historical Town.
Start your day with a morning departure towards the Island of Korčula. Before lunch, stop for a swim in one of the pristine bays en route. Your arrival on the Island of Korčula is scheduled for the afternoon. The town of Korčula is the island’s main settlement and is known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, one of the world’s most famous explorers of all time.
An English-speaking guide will take you on a tour of Korčula Town, through its narrow, cobbled streets and rich history. Have the rest of the evening free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight in Korčula Historical Town.
Day 6: Korcula | National Park Mljet | Šipan Island or Slano
Sailing out from Korčula in the morning, we’ll cruise towards Mljet National Park. You’ll have just enough time to explore the park, walk around Great and Small Lake and visit the Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery from the 12th century or take a swim in the heart of Mljet National Park.
Entrance fees to National Park Mljet are included. Take care to return to the boat for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll continue our cruise to Slano, located on the mainland.
Slano is one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beach, dense pine forest and olive groves, a long cultural tradition and numerous historical monuments.
In the evening we will have Captain’s Dinner on board, along with live music entertainment.
Overnight in Slano
Morning departure to Dubrovnik, passing by the Elaphiti Islands with lunch on board and cruising directly to the historical center of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cruise along Dubrovnik City walls and fortifications, where you can have a chance to take an unforgettable group photo of breathtaking Dubrovnik.
Disembark your group directly in the Old Town, where your own English-speaking guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After the city tour, explore the city on your own, visit City Walls, or take the cable car to the top of Mount Sr for an intimate farewell dinner. Return scheduled transfer by coaches to Gruž harbor will be organized. You can see why this city is called the Pearl of the Adriatic. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Day 8: Dubrovnik | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, the time has come to say farewell to all your new friends.
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Double bed or two twin beds, wo portholes and dual ventilation system. Air conditioning control board, satellite LCD TV in cabins, designed wallboards, working table and chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hairdryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe and luggage space under bed, as well as the latest safety and fire alarm and sound system.
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Double bed or two twin beds, cabin window, and porthole in the bathroom. Air conditioning control board, satellite LCD TV in cabins, designed wallboards, working table and chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hairdryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe and luggage space under bed, as well as the latest safety and fire alarm and sound system.
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Cabin No. 19 (17 m²)
Double bed or two twin beds, cabin window, and porthole in the bathroom. Air conditioning control board, satellite LCD TV in cabins, designed wallboards, working table and chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hairdryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe and luggage space under bed, as well as the latest safety and fire alarm and sound system.
Notes
Solo use supplement (on request)
Solo use cabin supplement: 50%
Reduction for 3rd adult sharing a cabin: 30%
Child discount: Child (ages 3-11 years) sharing a cabin with 2 adults: 50%; Child (ages 3-11 years) in twin with 1 adult: 30%
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
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10 hours ago
First class all the way. Enjoyed our Guide, Karla, Driver Mark so much. Personalized tour of Antigua during Easter was like a National Geographic in person. Trip of the Lifetime. Such a spiritual and magical tour. Many Thanks.
Ben Shaver
Ben Shaver, Jr.
2 days ago
Adventure Life is always an excellent choice when planning complicated, extreme, or exotic vacations or expeditions. They provide friendly professional services and advice and are enthusiastic and encouraging in helping us to prepare and thoroughly enjoy our trip. They handle all the details which greatly reduces the stress of planning a difficult trip. I'm very impressed with Adventure Life and definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Scott Trochim
4 days ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
6 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
1 week ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.