Join the Corinthian for this captivating 11-day voyage that combines an exploration of one of Europe's most intriguing cities, Sarajevo, and a cruise along the sublime coasts of Croatia and Montenegro. As you travel from Sarajevo to Dubrovnik, pass through breathtaking scenery and discover the region's unique mix of oriental and western influences. Continue your travels along Croatia's coastal gems as you make your way to Venice.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive in Sarajevo and transfer to the Hotel Europe (or Hotel Astra Garni). Enjoy a welcome dinner in the hotel with your fellow travelers.
Day 2: Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Enjoy a day in one of the loveliest cities in southern Europe. Begin with a morning from from the port in Sarajevo to the Salvation Tunnel, constructed by the Bosnian Army in the midst of the Bosnia War to link the city of Sarajevo with Bosnia-help territory on the other side of the Sarajevo airport. See the tunnel and the War Museum. Return to the town center for a walking tour of Sarajevo, visiting the Begova Mosque (built in 1531); the 16th-century Orthodox cathedral and museum; and the Ulica Vase Miskina, the most typical Austrian street in the old town. Dine this evening in a local restaurant and spend another night in Sarajevo.
Day 3: Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina / Dubrovnik, Croatia
Wake up in Sarajevo and take an excursion to Mostar. Damaged during the conflicts of the 1990s, Mostar was carefully restored and eclared an UNESCO World Heritage Site. After a tour including the famed Stari Most ("the Old Bridge"), originally built in 1566, and lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the walled hill town of Pocitelj and the nearby ancient Roman settlement of Narona. Enjoy the scenic coastal drive to Dubrovnik and check into the Hilton Imperial Hotel (or similar).
Day 4: Dubrovnik, Croatia / Embark
Set on a rocky peninsula jutting in to the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik is one of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city contains within its ramparts the Rector's Palace, the Franciscan Monastery, which houses a 13th-century pharmacy (the oldest in Europe), and the baroque Cathedral, with works by Renaissance painters Titian and Andrea del Sarto. Enjoy a morning walking tour of Dubrovnik and leisure time in the afternoon to explore on your own. Embark the Corinthian this evening.
Day 5: Dubrovnik, Croatia / Kotor, Montenegro
Drive to thei historic and elegant Cavtat. After exploring the town, sail the deep, fjord-like Bay of Kotor to reach the port town of the same name. A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kotor's fortifications and most of its monuments date from the time of Venetian rule. A tour of this delightful town reveals its magnificent walls, palaces, and churches, including the 12th-century St. Tryphon Cathedral, which contains a rich collection of artifacts.
Day 6: Korcula Island, Croatia
Visit St. Mark's Cathedral and its Treasury, the Bishop's Palace, the Church of All Saints, the Icon Museum, and Marco Polo's home. Continue by bus to the village of Lumbarda and visit a family farm known for its production of white wine from the indigenous Korcula Grk grape. Taste the local wines as well as dry-cured ham, goat cheese, olive oil, and vegetables - all produced on site.
Day 7: Ploce, Croatia
Drive along the coast to the town of Makarska where you can visit a local museum, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and explore this delightful town at your leisure before returning to Place through the beautiful Biokovo Mountain Range.
Day 8: Vis & Hvar Islands, Croatia
Vis is one of Croatia's most beautiful and unspoiled islands. Dock at Vis Town and drive across the small island to quaint Komiza, which has retained its medieval character and architecture. Later discover Hvar, a fertile island of rosemary, lavender, and laurel. Hvar's architecture is unmistakably Venetian. Our tour includes a visit to the 17th-century Municipal Theater, the Franciscan Monastery, and its small gallery, the city's Loggia, and St. Stephen's Square. Continue by bus to the 16th-century fortress for spectacular views of the Hvar Town's rooftops and harbor.
Day 9: Split, Croatia
Split is an ancient city centered around the formidable Palace of Diocletian, built in A.D. 295-305. An extensive structure, much of which is well-preserved, the palace contains within its walls Split's medieval town, making it the only palace that had been continuously inhabited since Roman times. Our tour of this expansive structure includes a visit to its underground cellars, the Mausoleum, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle, and the Norther Gate. This evening experience a klapa performance, an tradition Croatian all-male a cappella choral groups.
Day 10: Kornati Archepelago, Croatia
In the morning, the Corinthian sails by the Kornati Archipelago, a national park of about 100 uninhabited islands, en route to Rab. Perched on a peninsula overlooking a spacious bay, Rab, the only town on the small island of the same name, is one of the most beautiful towns along Croatia's coast. A walking tour visits all its landmark sites, including the Cathedral of Sveta Marija (St. Mary the Great), and the magnificent Bell Tower, a masterpiece of 12th-century architecture.
Day 11: Venice / Disembark
Following breakfast on board, disembark in Venice and transfer to airport to continue your travels.
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Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
Nancy Sin
TrustScore 4.8 | 174 reviews
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1 day 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
2 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.