Day 1: Split- Makarska
Departing from Split harbour on Saturday at 1300 hrs. After lunch we sail along the Dalmatian coast to Makarska Riviera where we spend the afternoon swimming at one of the beautiful beaches on the riviera.

Day 2: Makarska - Mljet
Early morning departure heading towards Mljet, making our first stop on the Peljesac peninsula for a refreshing swim. The whole afternoon is free to look at the salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on this peaceful island.
(Breakfast)

Day 3: Mljet - Dubrovnik
After breakfast we depart for Dubrovnik, which is the highlight of this cruise, stopping en route we have time for a short swim. Enjoy the beautiful sights of nature as we cruise towards "heaven on earth" – according to the famous writer George Bernard Shaw. Arriving in Dubrovnik this afternoon, you are free to explore this incredible city on your own, or join our guided tour of the city with an English speaking guide.

Day 4: Dubrovnik – Sipan/Trstenik
The morning is free to further explore Dubrovnik. Discover the beauty and history through numerous monuments, cobbled streets and churches… Around noontime we leave this fascinating town to continue our cruise, heading towards the Isle Sipan, or a little town of Trstenik on the Peljesac Peninsula, where we have time for a sunset dip in the magnificent blue bay the and spend the night.

Flights to Croatia

Book your flights to arrive in Split on the morning of sailing to be on board and ready to cruise at 13h00. Transfers to the harbour can be arranged at an additional fee of € 50 per transfer ( up to 3 ppl ) , please email us at bookings@expatexplore.com. Operated locally by Katarina Lines Recommended cheap flight operators try www.travelsupermarket.com or www.skyscanner.com for the best options on flights. Easy Jet flights direct to Split International Airport available.

Day 5: Sipan/Trstenik – Korcula
After breakfast we depart for Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. We have lunch on board in front of Lumbarda, a small fisherman village and part of Korcula. We arrive in Korčula late in the afternoon for our overnight docking in port. This island offers a host legends, tales and monuments - according to legend, the island was founded by the Trojan hero Antenor in the 12th century BC. Listen to the story of the stone walls which were built over two centuries ago!

Day 6: Korcula – Hvar
Early morning departure for the Pakleni Islands where we have time lunch and more swimming. After lunch we departure for Hvar. This is the longest island in the Adriatic Sea, and the queen of the Croatian Dalmatian islands. In the evening we are spoilt for choice with entertainment at a huge range of restaurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the night.

Hvar Beach, Croatia

Day 7: Hvar (Bol) - Split
Our next stop is the island of Brac. Swimming and relaxing is the order of the day, and is at the most famous of beaches in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat near Bol, the Golden Cape - its gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change in shape. Enjoy the view of the Split Riviera on arriving in Split.

Day 8: Split
We have an early breakfast, after which it is time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends!

Optional Supplements

Compulsory local payment of EUR20 per person per week for the visitor's tax and port fees. Optional cabin upgrade available for £150 per person. Optional drinks fund of EUR16 per person per week, which includes choice of 1 glass of wine, or 1 beer, or 1 soft drink with lunch. Drinking water supplement of EUR20 per person per week for 1.5 litres of water per person per day Captain's Dinner for EUR25 per person which is the ship speciality prepared in a unique style.