Adriatic Pearl - Dalmatia Cruise Adventure from Dubrovnik

Dalmatia Cruise Adventure is an additional value cruise; a cruise in which every detail is tailored to meet high personal requirements. Excursion packages are carefully prepared in order to give you their maximum in a 7 day cruise. Explore medieval towns with experienced guides while still having enough time for relaxing, swimming and exploring along South Dalmatia islands and mainland.  

An excursion in every destination will give you an opportunity to learn more about culture, history, costumes and gastronomy of Southern Dalmatian islands and Croatia. Moreover, it will give you an opportunity to see, feel, hear and taste the Croatian way of life, its past blended with present. Brand new, rich and decorated ship with spacious air-conditioned cabins (from 12 up to 18m2), huge salon with a longue bar combined with welcoming, carefully chosen professional staff will make your stay on board pleasurable. 

A mixture of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage with friendly atmosphere and high level of onboard services will make your stay pleasant, each and every day of your cruise. 

8 Day / 7 Night  Itinerary - Saturday Departures from Dubrovnik Croatia

DAY 1 · SATURDAY DUBROVNIK – KORCULA 
EMBARKATION IN DUBROVNIK FROM 09:00AM UNTIL 01:00PM

Once you are on board the adventure can start. During a welcome drink, Captain's orders and safety mesures will be explained to you. Moreover, you will be introduced to the Captain, members of the staff and your tour guide. While sailing off to Korcula island you can start to mingle with your new fellow mates. The arrival in Korcula town is in late afternoon hours.
Korcula is a small town situated on the north-east end of Korcula island. The old medieval part of the town was built on a small oval peninsula. Today the town has about 3,000 inhabitants. Local legend says that a great merchant traveler Marco Polo was born in Korcula town (but do not argue with locals on this point). The town centre is dominated by the splendid Cathedral of St. Mark.
Upon your arrival to Korcula local guide will introduce you to historical town, architecture and stories of Korcula.  

Included excursion: Korcula town tour
Overnight in Korèula

DAY 2 · SUNDAY KORCULA - OREBIC – POVLJA BAY– PUCISCA (ISLAND OF BRAC)  

Departure for a spetacular trip between Peljesac peninsula, Hvar island and Makarska riviera to the island of Brac. After breakfast we will make a short stop on Peljesac peninsula, in Orebic town, situated on the opposite side of Korcula town. Our visit will include Maritime Museum of Orebic, due to the fact that town is known as a birth place of many Croatian Captains. We will continue our journey towards Pucisca with a stop for a refreshing swim in Povlja bay.
Pucisca is the island's biggest village and it is settled on the north side of the island of Brac. Authentic Mediterranean architecture, rustic ambiance, village location inside a deep fiord; shiny and white stone facades rising amphitheatrically uphill the hummocks, makes this place so unique and worth seeing.
Pucisca carries the mark of a stone. It was built on the stone, and the majority of the inhabitants live from it. The three nearby quarries of Punta, Veselje, and Kupinovo have produced a stone that has been used to build limestone columns of the White House in Washington DC, Parliament house in Vienna and many other famous buildings all over the world. Love of stone continues until nowadays. Stonemasonry school in Pucisca, one of the oldest in the world, founded in 1906, supports the skills of an authentic roman stone dressing, that makes it unique in the world. By listening, respecting and loving the stone, students create pieces of work that one is be able to see in their workshop.

Included excursion: Maritime Museum of Orebic, Stonemasonry school in Pucisca
Overnight in Pucisca

DAY 3 · MONDAY PUCISCA – OMIS – SPLIT
After few days of island cruising, we will stop in mainland towns. In the morning hours, we will arrive in Omis, a pirate town where you can join us for a stunning river boat ride on Cetina river, a river that flows into Adriatic. After short Omis town tour, Cetina boat excursion will take place from Omis 6 km up the river to the picknic area of Radman mills where your host will welcome you with a drink and local snacks. Enjoy the food, nature and a boat ride around an impressive Cetina Canyon surronded by mountains.
In late afternoon hours we will arrive in Split where a town tour led by a local guide will start.
Split is the second largest urban centre in Croatia and the center of Split Dalmatian County. It is traditionally considered to be over 1,700 years old. Since 1979 the historic centre of Split has been inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List. It is the economic, administrative, educational, sport and tourist centre of Dalmatia. Many of Split’s historical and cultural buildings can be found within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace. In addition, numerous museums, the National Theatre, old churches and other archeological sites in Split region make this city an important cultural attraction.

Included excursion: Omis town tour, Split town tour
Additional excursion: Cetina river boat trip to Radman mills with snack - 18 EUR
Overnight in Split

DAY 4 · TUESDAY SPLIT – BOL (ISLAND OF BRAC) – HVAR

Back on island hopping. In early hours, before leaving Split, you will be given an unique opportunity to accompany the boat Chef to the fish market to pick up ingrediens and fresh fish for a daily meal.
The itinerary includes stop for swimming on the island of Brač. You will visit Bol, the most famous sandy beach in Croatia situated on the opposite side of Pucisca town. In Bol you can join us for a few glasses of good quality wine in awarded winery Jako vino. Moreover, you will be offered with tasteful canapé bites made of olives, anchovies and cheese. You will be introduced to wine production in Croatia and on Dalmatian islands. After lunch we will continue sailing towards the sunniest island in Croatia – the island of Hvar.
Hvar is a unique fusion of luxurious Mediterranean nature, rich culture and historical heritage. Its name derives from the Greek name Pharos, today's Stari Grad (Old Town). Hvar became the island’s centre in the 13th century. The island gained glory and power during Middle Ages being an important port within the Venetian naval empire. Today, it is the centre of the island’s tourism and one of the favourite destinations in the Dalmatian Riviera.
Upon your arrival to Hvar, a local guide and a producer of aromatical oils will make a short lavender oil presentation and walk you throughout the city introducing you to history, culture and way of life on this island.

Included excursion: Split fish market tour, Lavender presentation, Hvar town tour
Additional excursion: Wine tasting with canapé in Jako Vino winery in Bol - 18 EUR
Overnight in Hvar

DAY 5 • WEDNESDAY HVAR – GRADINA BAY – VELA LUKA (ISLAND OF KORCULA)

Wednesday is reserved for swimming. Before our arrival to Vela Luka (Big Port) we will stop for swimming and relaxation in a beautiful Gradina bay near the town of Vela Luka. Arrival in Vela Luka town will be in the afternoon hours.
On the western part of Korcula island you will find Vela Luka town that is situated in a deep and large bay, surrounded by many coves. Shores are covered with vineyards, olive trees, figs and pine trees that gently slope into the sea. Vela Luka is the second largest town on the Adriatic islands. It is a safe anchorage and harbour for boaters. Vela Luka is also famous for olive oil production where almost every inhabitant produces extra-virgin olive oil.
In late afternoon, upon your arrival, the custodian of Vela Luka's town museum will introduce you to a prehistoric life in this area by showing you findings of Vela Spila (Big Cave) that is considerd one of the oldest in this part of Mediterranean.
After dinner you will in enjoy gala evening with live music.

Included excursion: Visit to Vela Luka town museum (archeological collection)
Overnight in Vela Luka

DAY 6 • WEDNESDAY HVAR – GRADINA BAY – VELA LUKA (ISLAND OF KORCULA)

Wednesday is reserved for swimming. Before our arrival to Vela Luka (Big Port) we will stop for swimming and relaxation in a beautiful Gradina bay near the town of Vela Luka. Arrival in Vela Luka town will be in the afternoon hours.
On the western part of Korcula island you will find Vela Luka town that is situated in a deep and large bay, surrounded by many coves. Shores are covered with vineyards, olive trees, figs and pine trees that gently slope into the sea. Vela Luka is the second largest town on the Adriatic islands. It is a safe anchorage and harbour for boaters. Vela Luka is also famous for olive oil production where almost every inhabitant produces extra-virgin olive oil.
In late afternoon, upon your arrival, the custodian of Vela Luka's town museum will introduce you to a prehistoric life in this area by showing you findings of Vela Spila (Big Cave) that is considerd one of the oldest in this part of Mediterranean.
After dinner you will in enjoy gala evening with live music.

Included excursion: Visit to Vela Luka town museum (archeological collection)
Overnight in Vela Luka

DAY 7• FRIDAY POMENA – LOPUD ISLAND – DUBROVNIK

A magnificent trip along the shores of Elaphiti islands consisting of serveral islands northwestern of Dubrovnik. In Dubrovnik you will have an organized town tour, but before arrival in Dubrovnik we will make a stop on Lopud island, famous for having one of the best beaches in Dubrovnik region. There you can take a swim, wonder around or simply enjoy a delightful scenery on the last day of your Croatian cruise adventure. Arrival in Dubrovnik in the afternoon.
Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful cities on the Croatian coast. In the middle ages the Republic of Dubrovnik was an important rival to Venice. Many buildings in the Old city centre testify of this glorious past and of the Venetian influence. Today, Dubrovnik is also a very lively city, with many things to do, both during the day and night. The coast nearby offers all sorts of activities and the town has many restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Dubrovnik is the city rich in culture and history, and for that reason, it is inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List. Dubrovnik has a rich cultural life that includes Dubrovnik theatre, several cinemas as well as Dubrovnik Film Festival and Dubrovnik Summer Festival that are held every year in July and August.

Included excursion: Dubrovnik town tour
Overnight in Dubrovnik

DAY 8 · SATURDAY DUBROVNIK - BREAKFAST AND DISEMBARKATION BY 09:00 AM
It is time to say farewell to all your new friends, but you will depart with memories, photos, and contacts you will cherish for the rest of your life!

Rates include:

·          Standard excursion package - 10 excursions including the Korèula town tour, Maritime Museum of Orebic, Pucisia stonemasonry school, Omis town tour,  Split town tour, Split fish market tour, Hvar lavender presentation, Hvar town tour, Vela Luka town museum (archaeological collection), Dubrovnik town tour, as mentioned above.  

·          8 days / 7 nights cruise on route Dalmatia cruise adventure 

·          Accommodation in a chosen category cabin 

·          Welcome drink and gala evening 

·          Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner (two main course options) 

·          1 drink during lunch and dinner (glass of wine, beer or soft drink) 

·          Afternoon coffee/tea with small snack 

·          Fresh fruit all day long 

·          9 crew members 

·          Entertainment program: music night, quizzes & games, presentations 

·          Usage of the ship’s equipment 

·          Towels change every second day 

·          Bed linen change twice a week 

·          Daily cabin cleaning service
 

Rates do not include:

·          Beverages from the ship’s bar only

·     Optional excursions

·          Transfer from and/or to the ship 

·          Tips, entrance to National Parks (except Premium excursion package) or any other items of personal nature 

·          Taxes and fees, 30 EUR per person, to be paid on board in cash 

·          Laundry service

ITINERARY DEVIATIONS: 

Every effort will be made to adhere to the itinerary as stated. However, due to the schedule changes beyond organizer’s control, we reserve the right, without prior notice, to change route or alter shore excursions. Adria travel reserves right to change the vessel provider in case that contracted services are not supplied according to previously agreed standards.