Itinerary – Deluxe Divine Dalmatia – Adriatic Cruises

Dubrovnik / Slano – Korčula – Makarska – Pučišća – Split / Bol – Hvar – Mljet – Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik  (8 Days) – Deluxe Divine Dalmatia

Day 1 Dubrovnik – Slano

Check in from 11.00 hrs onwards at GRUŽ harbour. Adriatic cruises depart for the small village of Slano on the mainland, a peaceful fishermen’s village. We enjoy authentic village dinner in Smokovljani where you can taste all the specialties this rural area has to offer. As a part of their property, there is a ranch with animals and the old stone threshing floor surrounded by olive trees, figs and other autohtonic plants in all beauty of nature, where you can hear the voice of crickets and birds chirping.

Overnight in Slano
Meals (L, D)

Day 2 Slano – Korčula

Morning departure towards the Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula. On this Island you can find more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else while you wander along the herringbone pattern streets with our guided tour. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants where you can continue your gourmet experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment.

Overnight in Korčula
Meals (B, L)

Day 3 Korčula–Makarska

Early in the morning we depart towards Makarska, the famous tourist destination with many restaurants and bars and a beautiful promenade along the famous beach. Enjoy the magic of Makarska Riviera and be sure to take a walk along the city streets–with abundance of churches and other cultural sites. Afternoon swim at one of the wonderful beaches. From there, those feeling adventurous can join our optional river rafting on the streams of the Cetina river or adrenaline pumping zip line over Cetina river canyon and meet the ship again in Makarska. Captain’s dinner with live entertainment on board.

Overnight in Makarska
Meals (B, L, CD)

Day 4 Makarska / Pučišća – Split

After breakfast we continue towards Pučišća, a typical Mediterranean place, situated on the northern side of Brač island at the bottom of a deep bay. This place is home to the world famous white stone of Brač. We will be visiting one of the few stone masonry workshops left in Europe. We arrive in Split in the afternoon. Split is Croatia’s second city, a busy university and maritime town and the capital of the Dalmatia region. Split is a city under UNESCO protection, and its historical and cultural monuments are wondrous both to local inhabitants, but also to the many visitors who fall in love with this 1,000 plus year old beauty. Join a sightseeing tour of the old town including Diocletian’s palace which the Roman emperor had built as his retirement home.

Overnight in Split
Meals (B, L)

Day 5 Split/ Bol – Hvar

Early morning departure we continue our cruise towards the island of Brač – Bol, best known for its famous Zlatni rat beach (Golden horn), a natural phenomenon that with its distinct shape and form dominates other beaches of Croatia. Directional winds and waves cause the shape of the beach to often change. Our next destination is Hvar. Hvar is the longest island in the Adriatic. While you enjoy our guided tour, you can see magnificent, Renaissance cathedral with its original tower; also, the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded here in 1612. Hvar Town offers plenty of restaurants, bars cafes and clubs, open long into the night. Hvar is often referred to as the sunshine and jet-set island.

Overnight in Hvar
Meals (B, L)

Day 6 Hvar – Mljet

We continue our journey towards the island and national park of Mljet. Lunch on board. Free time to enjoy the salt lakes in the National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on this tranquil island. The large lake is inside the National park (entrance included), and in the middle one can visit an old abbey and church, or just use a canoe to roam around lakes in the National park. Bicycles can also be hired to cycle around the paths surrounding the lakes.

Overnight in Mljet
Meals (B, L)

Day 7 Mljet – Dubrovnik (B, L)

Departure towards for Dubrovnik with breakfast en route. Enjoy the unforgettable natural beauty along the coast towards Dubrovnik which was referred to as “heaven on earth” by famous writer George Bernard Shaw. Lunch on board and we arrive in Dubrovnik in the early afternoon. Join our guided tour and take a walk through STRADUN which is both a street and a square and explore the tiny squares and alleyways inside the city walls. If you are both enthusiastic and energetic, we recommend a walk along the top of the 1940m long city walls or take a cable car ride to top of Srđ mountain for the best panoramic views of the old city (ticket included)! In the evening enjoy the traditional and authentic Croatian song and dance performance by the Linđo Folklore Ensemble. (Ticket included).

Overnight in Dubrovnik
Meals (B, L)

Day 8 Dubrovnik (B)

After an early breakfast say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends! Or choose the optional, full day coach excursion to Montenegro or Mostar.

Meals (B)

Please note this itinerary is subject to change.

B – Breakfast
L – Lunch
D – Dinner
CD – Captain`s dinner

Route

Adriatic Cruises

Deluxe or Deluxe Superior Adriatic Cruises – Deluxe Divine Dalmatia

Deluxe Class

Deluxe vessels 42 to 47 metres in length feature spacious, lavishly designed, air-conditioned en-suite cabins with double or twin beds, safety deposit box, bathroom toiletries, hair dryer, cupboard & wardrobe cabinet and 12 to 17m2 in size.

Deluxe Superior Class

Superior deluxe vessels are the newest and largest in the fleet – from 47 metres upward. Spacious and superbly designed air-conditioned en-suite cabins with double or twin beds are 15 to 20m2 in size. Cabins are equipped with safety deposit box, bathroom toiletries, hair dryer, cupboard & wardrobe cabinet.

Deluxe Superior – MS Markan

MS Markan is a new Deluxe Superior Category vessel, sister ship of MS Infinity.

Cabin Specifications

Cabins: 19 guest cabins
9 VIP cabins with private balconies
2 double/twin
8 double/twin

LENGTH: 48.5m

WIDTH: 8.8m

Deluxe Vessel – MS Aquamarin

MS Aquamarin is a new deluxe vessel which had its maiden voyage in 2017.

Cabin Specifications

Cabins:               19 double/twin cabins for guests  + 1 additional SGL guide cabin
Under deck:       8 double/twin
On deck:              11 double/twin (1 upper deck cabin and 10 main deck cabins)

LENGTH: 43 m
WIDTH: 8.5 m

Price and Departure Dates 2023
Deluxe Divine Dalmatia Adriatic Cruises

Departs Saturdays
Price in EUROS per person in Twin/Double

ADRIATIC CRUISES SUPPLEMENT:

Single use of Twin Cabin:
50% supplement on twin share price.

DISCOUNTS:
Adult 3rd bed in a triple cabin  – 30%
Children under 10 years  – 30%
All subject to availability

Prices Includes:

Rates include:

• Shared arrival and departure transfers from Dubrovnik airport and to Dubrovnik airport (on the day of arrival and day of departure)
• 7 night cruise in Deluxe/Deluxe Superior cabin with en-suite bathroom
• Welcome reception & cocktail
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 3 course lunch with salad and cheese bar or dinner as specified in the itinerary
• Unlimited water from water dispenser (bring your own bottle)
• Coffee & tea after lunch
• Captain’s dinner with live entertainment
• Heritage dinner in Smokovljani with transfer
• Olive oil and wine tasting on board
• Professional Tour manager
• Guided walking tours of towns: Korčula, Split, Dubrovnik, Hvar
• Stone masonry workshop entrance fee
• One way bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old town Dubrovnik for sightseeing
• Dubrovnik cable car fee
• Linđo – traditional and authentic Croatian Folklore Ensemble
• Mljet National Park entrance fee
• Visitors’ taxes & port fees
• Luggage handling
• Daily cabin service
• Complimentary wi-fi onboard

No additional fees on arrival except gratuities!

Not Included:

• Flights
• Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary
• Gratuities
• Travel Insurance
• Visa Costs (if applicable)

Add 4 days/3 nights pre- or post-cruise to extend your stay in Croatia:

PRE or POST  CRUISE TOUR

Medugorje Pilgrimage (3 nights Medugorje, start and end in Split)
620 EUR pp twin
770 EUR pp single
Available Wednesdays and Sundays from 23rd April to 8th October

Includes:
3 nights in 4* hotels
Breakfast daily
Visitors taxes
Transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
Medugorje Pilgrimage tour includes 1 dinner

Please ask for more details

Notes – Deluxe Divine Dalmatia (KL Deluxe) Adriatic Cruises

Check in: from 11.00 hrs
Sailing at: same day
Check out: 09.00 hrs

n.b. Late arrivals may join in Slano (approx 1 hour drive from Dubrovnik). 1st night is spent berthed in Slano.

• The Captain reserves the right to change the route in case of adverse weather conditions.
• All cruise departures are guaranteed, however if fewer than 10 participants are booked, Katarina line reserves the right to cancel the departure and change the ship name if the need arises.
• Guests are obliged to follow the ship’s rules and regulations, found in written form onboard, especially in regard to bringing drinks on board (prohibited).
• In case of inappropriate behaviour the captain reserves the right to ask guests to disembark.
• Due to specific mooring conditions and requirements in some Croatian ports, ships are moored side by side, making it necessary for guests to cross from one ship to another, with gaps in between ships, in order to get to the shore.  In such cases guests need to take special care when crossing and do this at their own risk. Crew assistance will be given to those requesting it.
• The Cruise is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or with limited mobility.
• All cruises are subject to availability at the time of request.
• Airport Information DUBROVNIK (DBV)

How to Book and Pay

• Please complete the booking form adding your credit card details via our secure system.
• We will respond by email with confirmation of your tour.
• Upon confirmation we will collect the non-refundable deposit of  300 EUR per person price from the credit card provided.
• The balance payment will be collected 10 weeks prior to departure date.
• If you book within 10 weeks of departure date we will collect the full amount due from the credit card provided.
• If your selected date is not available we will offer you an alternative.
• Your card will not be charged until you accept the alternative offered.
• If you have any special requirements please add details in the notes section.
• After you have paid in full, you will receive a voucher and joining details for the tour.