From Zagreb to Dubrovnik in 14 days with island hopping cruise

Beautiful scenery, UNESCO sites, stunning medieval towns, fishing villages, delicious food, colourful Venetian houses, lovely national parks, vineyards and olive groves, and old traditions kept to this day, vibrant metropolises and friendly locals await you. Enjoy the ride from the country's capital Zagreb to the Adriatic Sea, stroll the alleys of Mediterranean towns, and get the essence of the famous islands of Hvar, Vis, Korčula and Brač, cruising from Split to the majestic Dubrovnik. Zagreb is a complete experience and a perfect introduction to Croatia's culture, history, and food with its undying charm and personality. Take a picture with the famous statue of the Girl with the Seagull in Opatija and explore the heart-shaped Istrian peninsula. Few places in this world look too beautiful and astonishing to believe that they exist, such as the miraculous Plitvice Lakes. Awaken all your senses by visiting the magnificent coastal towns of Zadar and Split before boarding the small ship cruiser for seven unforgettable days cruising on the southern Adriatic Sea from one island to another. Relax on a spacious deck, sunbathe or swim in the Adriatic Sea. Afternoons and evenings are carefully planned for you to explore Croatia's finest coastal destinations. 

Here are some useful information before embarking on this trip.

Croatia

With approximately 1,200 islands, azure waters and colourful villages rich in history, Croatia is drawing more and more travellers to its shores. Croatia is the Mediterranean's fastest-growing destination, luring travellers with its pristine national parks, adventure sports and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Croatia entered the European Union in the summer of 2013 as the 28th member state.

The mere mention of Croatia conjures up images of colourful landscapes, sparkling waters and fortified towns furnished with quaint outdoor cafés. Many of Europe's greatest empires, including the Romans, Venetians, Ottoman Turks and Habsburgs, left their mark on Croatia in architecture, language, art and food. Situated at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Central Europe and the Balkans, Croatia has it all, from beautifully preserved medieval cities to stunning natural wonders.

Zagreb

Croatia's capital Zagreb has managed to preserve its distinctive beauty and relaxed atmosphere and is the perfect blend of a Central European metropolis and the relaxed tempo of the Mediterranean. Zagreb City Center is divided into Upper Town (Old Town or Gornji Grad) and Lower Town (New Town or Donji Grad). The Upper Town (divided into two parts – Gradec and Kaptol) is best explored on foot. The major attractions of Upper Town are Ban Josip Jelačić Square, Zagreb Cathedral, Dolac Market, Stone Gate, The Museum of Broken Relationships, St Mark's Square, Lotrščak Tower, and Strossmayer Promenade. Once you are done with the Upper Town and its attractions, you can ride the world's shortest funicular to reach the Lower Town.

Split

Split is the largest city on the Croatian coast, and yet it has preserved the relaxed lifestyle of the Mediterranean. You are expected to take it easy here since some call it "The craziest city in the world". The city grew around the palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, which had been built almost two millennia ago. The historic centre of Split, made entirely from white stone, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Still, the ancient landmarks are a familiar backdrop of everyday life - they are not enclosed or set up as an archaeological site. So Split has many sides: a rich history, exquisite food and wine, and endless fun. Prokurative, known as the Republic Square, is a big square west of Riva (waterfront). It resembles the Venetian St. Marcus Square. It is surrounded on three sides by Neo-Renaissance buildings with arches the square was named after.

Dubrovnik

This historic city-state used to be a maritime powerhouse that gained clout through diplomatic prowess. Dubrovnik was the first country in Europe to abolish slavery. It also introduced sewage and fire safety systems, a retirement home, double-entry bookkeeping, and maritime and insurance laws as early as the Middle Ages. One legal provision was particularly amusing: the city government was not allowed to make any crucial decisions during the period of the "jugo ", a wind that blows from the south that is usually blamed for ill moods by the inhabitants of the Adriatic Region. So, we can safely assume that the residents of Dubrovnik were refreshingly reasonable and had a penchant for hedonism, as evidenced by their villas in the surrounding area.

The Franciscan monastery is one of the oldest buildings in the city, full to the brim with ancient buildings. Amazingly it houses one of the oldest, continually in-use pharmacies in Europe. Stradun is the main street in the Old Town of Dubrovnik, and it connects the Gate of Pile and Gate of Ploče. Its name comes from the old Venetian word for "big street", but not many know that locals also like to call the street Placa. Stradun is 300 metres long, and there are many monuments you can see while walking along the street, such as the Large and Small Onofrio Fountain, St. Saviour Church, Sponza Palace and St. Blaise's Church (the patron saint of Dubrovnik).

Deluxe Cruise from Split to Dubrovnik:

Take the opportunity to explore the stunning natural environment and historical, quaint Mediterranean towns while hopping from one island to another. This unique way of travelling and exploring coastal towns is one of the most popular and easiest ways to experience authentic Croatia.

Departures from Split in 2022 (departure dates in 2023 on request)

•Saturdays: Jun 4, 11, 18, 25; Jul 2, 23, 30; Aug 13, 20, 27; Sep 3, 10; Oct 8;

•Wednesdays: Jul 6, 20; Aug 3;

DELUXE Category

Modern and state of the art vessels, 42 to 47 meters in length. The vast sun deck includes a hot tub, a beautiful lounge area and sunbeds to enjoy wonderful Adriatic scenery. Deluxe vessels feature spacious, lavishly designed, air-conditioned en-suite cabins (12 to 17m2 in size) with double or twin beds, safety deposit box, LCD TV, bathroom toiletries, hairdryer, cupboard & wardrobe cabinet.