Escorted tours 2022

29 learn many interesting facts that make this unique town’s history full of intrigue. Take part of the sto- ry of this more than 1700-year-old town, founded by the Roman emperor Diocletian who chose this beautiful place as his retirement residence. After the tour, embark the ship and start with cruise ad- venture. Welcome dinner aboard the ship and your cruise manager will introduce you to the entire crew. DAY 6: SPLIT-BOL – STARI GRAD (B, L) Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for the island of Brač. Before lunch on board, you will have time to enjoy a swim stop at the worldfamous Zlatni Rat beach. After the swim stop, we continue on our way towards the town of Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, where we arrive in the early hours of the afternoon. After arrival, you will have some free time to enjoy Stari Grad at your own pace. Later in the afternoon we will visit the UNESCO protected Stari Grad Plain, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful sun- set, local wine and traditional “peka” dinner of the Hora estate, surrounded by olive groves and fields of lavender. Overnight in Stari Grad. DAY 7: STARI GRAD - VIS B, L Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for the island of Vis. With lunch served on board, we will enjoy a swim stop at the Paklinski Islands. The island of Vis, formerly a major naval base, was closed to tourists from 1945 until the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 90’s, which helped preserve the authentic appearance of its villages. We will arrive in Vis in the afternoon and you will be free to explore the quaint town and enjoy its many treasures. Over- night in Vis. DAY 8: VIS- BLUE CAVE - KORČULA B, L Early in the morning we set sail for the island of Korčula, rich in vine-yards, olive groves and small villages with numerous bays and coves. Swim stop in one of the peaceful bays, perfect to enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the unspoiled nature, lush vegetation and crystal clear sea. Lunch on board. Afternoon arrival in Korčula. This medie- val ”little Dubrovnik”, said to be the birthplace of Marco Polo, has an ancient atmosphere and we will enjoy getting to know it on an interesting tour along its winding streets. After the tour, make the best of some free time and sip a glass of local wine or coffee at an outdoor cafe, take a dip in the sea or just continue walking the streets. Overnight in Korčula. DAY 9: KORČULA-MLJET B,L,D Today we sail to Mljet -the most forested island in the Adriatic and one of the most beautiful pearls of the Mediterranean. Mljet is also well known for its two salted lakes - Veliko and Malo Jezero locat- ed at the north end of the island. The Benedictine monastery, situated on the is-land of St. Mary on Veliko Jezero, one of the most beautiful locations in the area, is also the most visited spot and sym- bol of the National Park. Join the cruise manag- er on this magnificent tour and find out why the Greek hero Ulysses considered it his favorite holi- day spot. Return to the ship followed by captain’s dinner aboard. Overnight In port Pomena. DAY 10: MLJET-SLANO B, L, T Early in the morning we depart to Slano, a small town indented into a 2km long bay. From here we will start our gastro adventure towards Ston, the gastronomic center of the county. This town with the longest walls in Europe is situated near Dubrovnik and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery which, together with the picturesque city architecture, forms a harmonic entity. Once there we will visit an oyster farm where you will learn how oysters and mussels are cultivated in this re- gion, and why they are so delicious. You will enjoy a rustic oyster and mussel tasting with local wine under the shade of the trees. Overnight in Slano. DAY 11: SLANO – ELAPHITI ISLANDS - DUBROVNIK (disembarking) B, L Early in the morning we depart to Elaphiti Islands with plenty of time for swimming along the way. As we continue our journey towards Dubrovnik, enyoj the lunch while sailing alongside the old city walls. This is the perfect time for you to make some magnificent photos and memories that will last a lifetime. After docking join a guided tour of the Old Town. After visiting this stunningly intact walled city on the Adriatic Sea coast, you will have the opportunity to experience the best things this town has to offer by yourself. Overnight in Dubrovnik DAY 12: DUBROVNIK After breakfast, it’s time to disembark. Free time until transfer to APT for flight back home. SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED: • LJUBLJANA • BLED & LAKE BOHINJ • ZAGREB • PLITVICE • SPLIT • HVAR • KORČULA • MLJET • DUBROVNIK PREDICTED HOTELS: LJUBLJANA: RADISSON BLU PLAZA 4*, UNION HOTEL 4* or similar ZAGREB: HOTEL INTERNATIONAL 4*, HOTEL PANORAMA 4* or similar PRICE INCLUDES: • All transfers as per itinerary • English speaking tour leader • 4 × overnight in 4* hotels on BB basis • Accommodation in double/twin cabin with ensuite bathroom on one of our luxury ships • Welcome dinner on board day 1 • Half Board daily (breakfast and lunch or dinner - 3 course - according to the itinerary • Captain’s dinner • Fresh fruit available daily on board • Funicular ride and entrance to Ljubljana castle • Entrance to Bled castle • Funicular ride to Mt Vogel • Entrance to Plitvice NP • Oyster tasting Ston • Blue Cave entrance fee • Stari Grad Plain excursion with dinner at • the Hora estate • Tourist tax • Luggage handling • Daily cabin service • Free WiFi onboard DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES STARTS (FLY IN LJU) ENDS (FLY OUT DBV*) PRICE PER PERSON IN DBL ROOM APR 26, 2022 MAY 07, 2022 2.380 € MAY 10, 2022 MAY 21, 2022 2.380 € MAY 24, 2022 JUN 04, 2022 2.380 € JUN 07, 2022 JUN 18, 2022 2.590 € JUN 21, 2022 JUL 02, 2022 2.590 € JUL 05, 2022 JUL 16, 2022 2.590 € JUL 19, 2022 JUL 30, 2022 2.590 € AUG 02, 2022 AUG 13, 2022 2.590 € AUG 16, 2022 AUG 27, 2022 2.590 € AUG 30, 2022 SEP 10, 2022 2.590 € SEP 13, 2022 SEP 24, 2022 2.590 € OCT 04, 2022 OCT 15, 2022 2.380 € SINGLE ROOM/CABIN: 1.550 € 4 × DIINER IN HOTELS: 130 € MAIN DECK CABINE: 350 €