Join the M/S Invictuson this spectacular 8-day cruise from Split to Dubrovnik. Visit Biševo Island and experience the enchanting Blue Cave that the island is most famous for. Explore Dubrovnik and see the UNESCO World Heritage sites or take the cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. While sailing, take advantage of the stops for a swim or just to relax. Discover beautiful beaches along the way and enjoy a nice walk from one town to another.
Highlights
Discover the preserved nature of Vis found on the Croatian Islands
Explore and walk around Mljet National Park in Korcula Island
See the UNESCO’s World Heritage site in the city of Dubrovnik
Pass through coves and bays along the sunniest island of Croatia, 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.
Arrive in Split. The brand new M/S Invictus will be docked in Split harbor where you are welcome to board throughout the day, with access to your cabin starting at 1:00 pm. At 7:00 pm, attend a welcome meeting on board and meet the Cruise director, Captain, the crew and your fellow passengers. Enjoy your dinner on board.
This morning, your English speaking guide takes you to a Split City tour and walk you through the historic Diocletian’s Palace. The second largest urban center in Croatia and the seat of the Split-Dalmatia County, Split boasts 1700 years of history. Since 1979 the historic center of Split has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. City’s historical and cultural buildings are located inside the walls of the Diocletian’s Palace.
Start cruising to Omiš at 12 noon. An ancient town with city walls, fortresses and stone churches, Omiš is located at the delta of Cetina River with its wonderful beaches. For centuries, Omiš was for a stronghold of famous pirates, a symbol of retaliation, courage and strength in the long historical fight against The Republic of Venice. Enjoy your lunch on board while still sailing across the Brač Channel, all the way to Pučišća, the biggest village on the island ofBrač. Nowhere in the system of towns and villages in Dalmatia does terrain play such a compelling role as in Pučišća. Its spectacular irregularity of steep-sided natural harbor, authentic Mediterranean architecture and rustic ambiance are simply unforgettable. The fjord-like inlet of Pučišća meets three narrow valleys that descend from the hills, joining the bay’s quiet and beautiful waters. Pučišća quarry was exploited by Romans in the antiquity, after which it was abandoned until the reopening in 1455. Stone from Pučišća quarry was used to build limestone columns of the White House in Washington DC, Vienna Parliament and many other famous buildings around the world. Pučišća is also home to the only Croatian Stone masonry school. Its students carve sculptures from Brač limestone, applying traditional and unconventional tools that have been used here for centuries.
Spend a night in this very quiet town. Enjoy the nightfall, as it unifies the distinct features of Pučišća that have intrigued so many in the daylight.
Start this morning sailing towards Bol which is known for having one of the finest European beaches, called Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape). Stop in Bol and relax in this charming Dalmatian town. Have a walk, a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served on board. After lunch, continue cruising along the idyllic coves and bays towards Hvar, the sunniest Croatian island. Hvar is one of the most popular and attractive Croatian tourist destinations and a meeting point of the international jet-setters. Upon your evening arrival in Hvar, a local English speaking guide will walk you through the town, introducing you to the island’s way of life, its rich history and culture. You'll learn how lavender was traditionally farmed on Hvar, for many centuries. Afterwards, you'll be free to enjoy your evening in Hvar, to explore and dine in one of its numerous family owned restaurants or taverns.
Start this day with a morning cruise towards the Island of Biševo and its Blue Cave. Originally, the entrance to Blue Cave was located below sea level, which required visitors to dive deeply in order to resurface into the cave’s mysterious blue depths. Sunbeams penetrating through the cave’s submarine opening get reflected from the white bottom floor, coloring the cave aquamarine and objects in the water silver, creating a truly stunning and magical natural phenomenon.
However, sometimes High Waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something that can only be determined on the morning of your visit. For this reason, entrance fees are paid on the spot –if you are lucky enough to visit the cave. After this visit, dock in Vis - a truly unique in comparison to other Adriatic islands. Due to its strategic location on the open seait served as a military zone for a long time, for which reason it was untouched by the usual tourist development. Beautiful beaches, unspoilt nature, ecological agriculture and preserved traditional architecture make up the advantages of this unique Croatian island. You will have the evening free in Vis, to explore and dine in one of its family run taverns.
This morning, cruise towards the island of Korcula with a swim stop and lunch en route. By afternoon, arrive in Korcula Town known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, one of the most famous world explorers of all times. The English speaking guide will walk you through Korčula’s charming narrow and cobbled streets. You’ll have the rest of the evening free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice.
Morning cruise to Mljet Island, where you’ll be free to explore National Park Mljet (entrance fees are not included), walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit The Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery dating from the 12th century and, of course, take a swim in the heart of this pristine National Park. Lunch will be served on board as we continue our cruise to Slano, where we shall arrive in the afternoon.
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.
Overnight in Slano
Depart for Dubrovnik this morning along the shores of Mljet and the Elaphite islands with a short swim stop and lunch. Upon arriving in Dubrovnik, the English speaking guide and coach will take you on a tour of the Old town of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and some of the most interesting sights in Dubrovnik. Following the city tour, explore Dubrovnik on your own, visit the famous City Walls or take a cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. A return coach transfer is scheduled in the evening or you can return on your own if you wish so.
Day 8: Dubrovnik | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, the time has come to say farewell to all your new friends.
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Notes
- A 50% single supplement is available upon request.
- A 30% reduction is available for a 3rd adult sharing a cabin.
- Child discount: A child (age 3-11 years) sharing a cabin with 2 adults receives a 50% price reduction. A 20% reduction is available for a child sharing a twin cabin with one adult.
Initial deposit is $360, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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Susan Campo
4 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
5 days ago
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