Dubrovnik – Porec “Stella Maris”

This exciting and exclusive one week cruise programme aboard small luxury cruise ships is a perfect way to see and experience famous Croatian coastline and many of the one thousand islands. You will experience places, people, food and wine that other travellers never get to experience. This is the real Croatia and the Mediterranean the way it used to be.

Included Features:

• 7-night cruise from Dubrovnik on board M/S Stella Maris in a cabin with private facilities
• Arrival Dubrovnik airport transfer
• Welcome reception followed by dinner
• Breakfast daily
• 6 lunches on board and 2 dinners in a local restaurant as per program
• 1 Captain’s dinnerwith live music
• Complimentary bottled water, coffee and tea
• Professional Cruise Manager throughout
• Luggage handling
• Whisper technology enhanced touring
• Service taxes and charges
• Free Wi-Fi on board

Sightseeing Tours Included:

• Dubrovnik
• Mljet National Park
• Korcula
• Hvar
• Split
• Krka National Park
• Zadar
• Mali Losinj town
• Pula
• Brijuni National Park
• Rovinj

Itinerary:

Day 1, arrive Dubrovnik, Saturday

Upon arrival to Dubrovnik airport, transfer to Dubrovnik port, where embarkation begins at 2pm. Settle in your cabin, before attending a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening. (WD)

 Day 2, in Dubrovnik – Mljet – Korcula, Sunday

After breakfast, morningwalking tour of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of Adriatic” and an UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll visit the Rector’s Palaceand Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy.Return on board and set sail during lunch towards the beautiful Mljet Island. Visit Mljet National Park, featuring five types of forest, many species of birds, and two deep lakes, Big and Small Lake. Continue the cruise to the magical island of Korcula and it’s fairy-tale like walled town bearing the same name, believed to be the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. The walking tour takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets and includes a visit to the majestic Gothic-Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Tonight, enjoy dinner in a local restaurant. (B, L, D)

 Day 3, Hvar – Split, Monday

Welcome to Hvar, Croatia’s sunniest island. Hvar is a favorite holiday destination for international celebrities and yachters; thus, beyond all the glitz and glamour, Hvar town is a charming seaside resort with 8 centuries of architecture waiting to be explored. On a walking tour, breathe in the pine-scented breeze, as you absorb vistas of the old town with the picturesque little streets and the first public theatre in Europe. Enjoy some free time to pop into craft shops or cafes, tucked into old Venetian palaces. Board back your ship in time for lunch, and cruise to Split. Afternoon walking tour, featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple and the Cathedral. Evening is free, to stroll along Riva, try local cuisine and enjoy local vistas. (B, L)

 Day 4, Primosten – Krka NP – Zadar, Tuesday

Morning sail from Split towards Primosten to visit the Krka National Park, with its magnificent waterfalls. Afterwards, coach to Vodice, and return to the ship. Lunch aboard while we enjoy sailing to Zadar, a city of exceptional history and rich cultural heritage. Your evening is at leisure in Zadar. (B, L)

 Day 5, Zadar to Mali Losinj, Wednesday

After breakfast, walking tour of Zadar historical center to admire the 16^thcentury Port Gate where the Venetian lion still guards the entrance, the Square of the Five Wells, Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. Later on, we set our compass north, with a stop for swimming in one of the small islands. Lunch aboard, while continuing our journey towards Mali Losinj, located on the island with the same name. Thanks to its mild climate, pinewoods and air, the island of Mali Losinj is an ideal place to recreate your body and spirit. Captain’s dinnerwith live entertainment aboard our ship tonight. (B, L, D)

 Day 6, Mali Losinj – Pula, Thursday

Morning sailing with lunch aboard. In the afternoon, visit of Pula, arguably one of the most beautiful of Istrian cities. Your guide will share some exciting stories of antiquity, as you walk the footsteps of the ancients and visit the Amphitheatre. The rest of the day at leisure to discover this Roman town on own. (B, L)

Day 7, Pula – NP Brijuni – Rovinj – Porec, Friday

Continue sailing to the Brijuni National Park, once the personal State Summer Residence of President Marshal Josip Broz Tito. Arriving to the island, a part of heaven discloses in front of your eyes in the unique harmony of flora, fauna and heritage. Following the visit, lunch aboard, before we reach a romantic town of Rovinj. Feel its past times as you walk around the Old town’s cobbled narrow streets, winding at the foot of the Church of St. Euphemia, the favorite gathering place of artists from around the world. Conclude your lovely cruise in Porec and say farewell to your new friends at dinner in thelocal restaurant. Return to your cabin for the last night onboard. (B, L, D)

Day 8, depart Porec, Saturday

After breakfast it’s time to disembark. (B)