Split 1N - Onboard – Premium Plus Category Ship 7N

Arrive at Split. Check in at the hotel in the afternoon and relax for the rest of the day. Overnight stay at the Split hotel.

After breakfast, you'll depart Split Harbour at 1 pm and sail along the Dalmatian Coast toward the Makarska Riviera. This resort area has nice beaches, a busy waterfront with shops and restaurants, and plenty to explore on foot. There's time to walk through the city and see the local churches and cultural sites before settling in for the evening. Overnight stay at the Makarska hotel.

After sailing to Brač, you'll dock in Bol and head to Zlatni Rat Beach with its distinctive crescent shape. If you're interested, there's a roughly 2-hour hike up to Vidova Gora, the highest peak in the Adriatic islands. Following a swim and lunch break on your own, you'll sail to Stari Grad on Hvar Island, a UNESCO World Heritage town that you can explore at your own pace this afternoon. Back to the Stari Grad hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.

Morning after breakfast, the boat continues around Hvar Island to the town of Hvar itself. You'll find the Renaissance Cathedral, Europe's oldest community theatre, the Franciscan Monastery, and the Spanjola Fortress with its views over the town. Between checking out these cultural sites, you can grab food at one of the many restaurants and bars, with options available into the evening. overnight stay at the Hvar Hotel.

Morning after breakfast, early on, you'll sail to the small Biševo Island to visit the Blue Cave and its famous luminous blue glow (weather permitting). From there, the boat heads to Vis Island, which stayed closed to visitors for decades and has kept its authentic Mediterranean character. You'll overnight here and can see Roman thermal baths, the City Museum, or take a coastal walk past ancient structure. Evening back at the hotel in Vis/Komiza.

Departing before breakfast, you'll sail to Korcula, the birthplace of explorer Marco Polo. This medieval walled town looks like a smaller version of Dubrovnik from the water and has the fish-bone street pattern throughout the old town. The Moreska, a medieval Spanish night’s game, is performed only here. You'll have time to walk around and eat at local taverns and restaurants. Overnight stay at the Korcula.  

The cruise continues toward Mljet, one of the greenest Adriatic islands. This afternoon, you'll explore the National Park with its two salt lakes connected by a channel to the sea. There's a boat trip to St. Mary Isle in the Great Lake to see an old church and monastery, plus options to cycle or swim. Later, you'll sail to Šipan or Slano, small fishing villages, and a special Captain's Dinner happens tonight.

You'll set sail early and arrive in Dubrovnik after lunch. A guided tour of the old town is included, and you can take an optional cable car up Srd Mountain for great views. During free time, walking the 1940-metre-long city walls gives you views of the old town and the surrounding islands. Overnight stay on board in Dubrovnik.

After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to the crew and everyone you've met on the ship. Your cruise adventure comes to an end here. Tour concludes.