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Croatian Island Discovery With Jewels Of Northern Croatia & Slovenia

Croatian Island Discovery With Jewels Of Northern Croatia & Slovenia

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Enjoy 18 day adventure discovering Croatia aboard Queen Eleganza. Experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises.

Trip Name
Croatian Island Discovery With Jewels Of Northern Croatia & Slovenia
Days
18
Overview
Vessel Type: Small Ship Length: 49m Passenger Capacity: 36 Built/Refurbished: 2018 For our cruises along the Adriatic coast, we are delighted to have the newly built Queen Eleganza. This beautifully crafted vessel is one of the finest Croatian flagged vessels of her kind and we believe she is the perfect vessel from which to explore the Croatian coast. Carrying a maximum of just 36 guests, there is the added benefit of a relaxed and intimate atmosphere on board. The Sun Deck, with its comfortable sun loungers, is the perfect place to watch the passing scenery and the team of friendly Croatian crew will provide you with excellent service and hospitality throughout the ship. To enhance your voyage further there is also a Cruise Director on board. Dining on board is a casual affair and the menus feature locally sourced fresh food including fish. When dining ashore independently, your knowledgeable Cruise Director will recommend popular local restaurants. AIR-CONDITIONING All cabins and public rooms have air-conditioning. BAR/BEVERAGES Wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner are included in your holiday price. For other drinks consumed throughout your journey you will receive a final bill to settle at the end of your journey. Complimentary bottles of mineral water will be placed in your cabin daily and near reception before an excursion. CABINS The 18 cabins are equipped with air conditioning/heating, a wardrobe, drawers, radio, a flat screen television, a hairdryer and safety deposit box. Most cabins also feature a dressing table and chair. The cabins on the Lower Deck all have two portholes whereas on the Main Deck, the category 3 cabins have three portholes and the category 5 cabin has four portholes. The category 2 and 4 cabins on the Main Deck benefit from a large picture window offering wonderful views. Cabins measure between 12 and 18 square metres, with Category 5 measuring 26 square metres. The cabins have fixed twin or double beds and the configuration cannot be changed. Each cabin also has an en-suite bathroom with shampoo /shower gel dispenser. Please note that the movement of the ship can cause small amounts of water to collect on your bathroom floor. Please note that bathrobes and slippers are not provided. DINING, DRINKING & DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Meals on board are either buffet style or served and there is one sitting with an open seating arrangement. When the weather permits, lunch and dinner may be served in the covered outside area of the Sun Deck. Please be advised that, as there is not always a choice at meal times it is imperative that you advise any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian, gluten free, low salt etc. to Noble Caledonia (in writing) in advance. Please also advise if you do not, or cannot, eat fish and shellfish as these feature regularly on the lunch and dinner menus. We regret that the ship is unable to guarantee special requests and is not equipped to prepare or serve kosher or halal cuisine. Complimentary self-service tea and coffee, with fruit and biscuits, are available in the restaurant 24 hours a day. On nights when you are free to dine independently ashore, if instead you wish to stay on board for dinner, this is possible at a rate of €25 per person each time, which will be added to your onboard account. 24 hours advance notice is required. DISABLED FACILITIES The ship does not have facilities for disabled or wheelchair dependent passengers. The stairs between decks are steep and there is no lift or chair lift on board. DOCTOR There is no doctor on board. Should you be in need of medical assistance, please contact a member of the crew who are first aid trained, or the Cruise Director.  ELECTRICITY The cabins feature 220 volt current, with sockets accepting 2 round-pin (European style) sockets. There are no sockets in the bathrooms. We recommend taking a universal adaptor. INTERNET The ship offers a free Wi-Fi connection in the public areas, but not in the cabins. Depending on the ship’s location, there may be times when the connection is very slow or is disrupted and the same level of connectivity that you enjoy at home cannot be expected on board. LANGUAGE All members of the crew speak English. LAUNDRY SERVICE Due to the size of the ship there is no laundry service on board. PUBLIC AREAS Main Deck: Reception is located on the Main Deck. Upper Deck: On the Upper Deck you will find the bar, restaurant, lounge, and public restrooms. The lounge has a small library of books, games and DVDs. The tea/coffee station is located in the restaurant here. Sun Deck: The Sun Deck has sun loungers and seating for outdoor dining (weather permitting). SMOKING Smoking is restricted to the designated open areas only. Smoking is prohibited in all other areas including cabins and the restaurant.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 Arrive Dubrovnik, Embark Ship
Upon arrival into Dubrovnik, be met at the airport and transfer to your ship. Here, enjoy a Welcome Dinner before overnighting in this magnificent town.
Day 2 - DAY 2 Dubrovnik, Mljet
This morning in Dubrovnik set out for a guided tour of this walled city. Continue sailing and perhaps stop for a swim on the island of Jakljan. Later on, sail to Mljet, one of the few Dalmatian islands that was never ruled by Venice. During a tour to its national park, discover its pristine turquoise lakes.
Day 3 - DAY 3 Korčula, Biševo, Vis
Today arrive in Korčula where you will stroll the medieval streets flanked with palaces. Enjoy your Signature Experience before heading to one of the main Croatian Islands from the coast. Vis was used as a military base for the Yugoslav army and only opened up to tourism in 1989. This isolation and lack of development is the island's main attraction, as it is filled with natural beauty. Dine on board or ashore tonight.
Day 4 - DAY 4 Vis, Hvar
Head to the island to the port of Komiža, where you will board a local boat to the neighbouring island of Biševo. Here, visit its spectacular Blue Grotto, a coastal cave whose waters shine an amazing hue of blue when the sun’s rays pass through an underwater opening, while the rocks beneath gleam a silver shimmer.Today depart from Vis for Stari Grad, take a short coach ride across the island to the stunning Old Town of Hvar for a guided walk. Commence in the iconic main square, which is the largest piazza in Dalmatia, then see the cathedral and the Franciscan Monastery. Continue to the Benedictine Nunnery, where we hear about the aloe lace still produced today by the nuns. Return to the ship for lunch and spend the afternoon cruising to Hvar where you will enjoy dinner on board as your ship moors overnight.
Day 5 - DAY 5 Hvar, Krka National Park
This afternoon, visit the dramatic waterfalls in Krka where you will see Skradinski Buk, a large natural pool with high waterfalls at one end and cascades at the other. Take a walk along wooden jetties and bridges to admire the falls, and the unique flora and fauna.
Day 6 - DAY 6 Šibenik, Radošić, Kornati Islands
This morning, dock in Šibenik, and travel to the traditional village of Radošić, where you will enjoy an authentic experience. Sample some of the local brandy and home-made doughnuts on arrival, then watch on as the locals perform a dance that has been passed through generations since the 18th-century. Afterwards, enjoy a cooking demonstration of how the villagers make their bread, before a tour of the village and dinner.Arrive in Šibenik and enjoy your Signature Experience this morning, then return to your ship. Later on amongst the 140 islands that make up the Kornati archipelago, teeming with natural beauty, coves and clear blue waters. Cruise around the islands then perhaps enjoy a swim.
Day 7 - DAY 7 Zadar, Pag
This morning arrive in Zadar and enjoy a guided walk of its well-preserved Old Town, Roman Columns, Romanesque churches and Renaissance palaces. Continue to Pag, where you will have another chance to swim straight off your deck. Your ship will dock here overnight.
Day 8 - DAY 8 Rab, Krk
Arrive in Rab and meander through the narrow old alleys of the picturesque Old Town. Then sail to the beautiful island of Krk, where weather permitting, your ship will drop its anchor so you can enjoy a swim straight off the deck. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
Day 9 - DAY 9 Disembark Ship, Opatija, Hum, Bale
After disembarking Opatija set off to Bale. At your hotel, savour a three-course wine pairing dinner.
Day 10 - DAY 10 Bale, Rovinj
Head to Rovinj on the Istrian Peninsula and board a cruise along Lim Fjord. Experience a local restaurant for dinner.
Day 11 - DAY 11 Bale, Piran, Portorož
Gain an insight into truffle hunting, including a tasting. Afterwards, visit Piran and its salt pans. Later, continue to your hotel in Portorož.
Day 12 - DAY 12 Portorož, Lipica
Explore the Škocjan Caves, then visit a stud farm in Lipica known for its Lipizzan horses.
Day 13 - DAY 13 Portorož, Bled
Travel to Lake Bled and board a Pletna boat for a cruise on Lake Bled, followed by a guided exploration of Bled Castle.
Day 14 - DAY 14 Bled, Bohinj, Vogel, Logar Valley
In Slovenia’s alps, visit Bohinj and Vogel. Later, arrive in the Logar Valley, where you’ll enjoy dinner and local entertainers this evening.
Day 15 - DAY 15 Logar Valley
Hike in the valley, ride a bike, take a horse and carriage ride, visit a wooden granary or tour a farm and try some archery.
Day 16 - DAY 16 Logar Valley, Ljubljana
Travel to Ljubljana and enjoy a wine tasting.
Day 17 - DAY 17 Ljubljana
Discover Ljubljana and take in views from Ljubljana Castle. Savour a farewell dinner.
Day 18 - DAY 18 Depart Ljubljana
Be transferred to the airport.
Day 19 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

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Inclusions

    • The Mesmerising Blue Grotto. Board a local boat to visit Biševo's Blue Grotto, a coastal cave whose waters shine an amazing hue of blue.
    • Uncover Historic Hvar. Explore Hvar's Old Town walk, including the iconic main square which is the largest piazza in Dalmatia.
    • Visit The Home Of Lipizzan Horses. Visit a stud farm in the Slovenian town of Lipica where the world famous Lipizzan horses originated.

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