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Cruising Croatia’s Northern Coast and Islands: Split to Venice

Cruising Croatia’s Northern Coast and Islands: Split to Venice

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The clear waters of the Adriatic await with a salty embrace, ready to welcome travellers and reveal its national parks, glittering bays and historic Old Towns nestled on the rocky shoreline. Submerge yourself in the sea and the culture, lose yourself in the ancient alleys winding through the quaint villages and see for yourself why everyone falls in love with Croatia. Experience the elegance and old-world charm of this Adriatic gem aboard the M/S Dalmatia, specifically built to sail these waters as you navigate the northern coastline from Split to Venice. Indulge in a farm-to-plate wine and dining experience in Krk, explore the picturesque isles of the Kornati archipelago, trace the ancient walls of Rab island’s Old Town and drop an anchor in Zadar to indulge in a shot of cherry liquor at sunset. This is Croatian cruising at its finest.

Trip Name
Cruising Croatia's Northern Coast and Islands: Split to Venice
Last Updated
2020-08-07
Days
8
Capacity
31
Highlights
  • Visit the stunning Kornati National Park, the biggest and most incredible collection of islands in the entire Adriatic Sea.
  • Experience the Sea Organ in Zadar, an incredible marriage of acoustical engineering and historical art with a shot of local liqueur as the literal cherry on top.
  • Dive into the aquamarine waters of the Dalmatian Coast – your captain will be stopping the ship to allow you to enjoy swim breaks in between port stops.
  • Eat and drink like Dalmatian royalty – indulge in Croatian wine and feast on the freshest seafood imaginable up and down the coast.
  • Soak up hundreds of years of history in the Old Towns of Rab, Krk and Sibinek, choose to venture out with local guides or wander around in your free time.

Itinerary

Travelling by sea is a fantastic way to explore, but it brings some challenges when weather conditions are not ideal. The itinerary may be subject to change, based on winds and sea conditions which may render anchorage and landing at some stops difficult. We reserve the right to change the itinerary for the safety of passengers and the ship. Shore excursions are subject to shore and weather conditions and are based on a minimum participation. Each days' schedule will be posted by the cruise co-ordinator listing necessary information such as arrival/departure times, meal times, days activities and other information. This is given as a guideline and is subject to change.

Day 1 - Split
Welcome to Split. Feel free to explore Croatia’s second largest city at your leisure before boarding commences at 5 pm, when you’ll meet your fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and safety briefing. This evening, sit down to your first group dinner on board before overnighting in port.
Day 2 - Sibenik
Wake to the Adriatic and take breakfast on the deck. The morning is free for you to enjoy – perhaps take a walking tour of Split before sailing for Sibenik, the gateway to the Kornati Islands. The ship will make an all-important swim stop en route, where you’ll have your first opportunity to take a dip in the crystal-clear waters. Stretch those sea legs on arrival Sibenik with a walking tour, which visits the beautiful 15th-century stone cathedral. Follow your nose in the evening and seek out a Dalmatian dinner before heading back to the ship.
Day 3 - Telascica
Depart Sibenik in the morning and set sail for Kornati National Park. Made up of 89 stunning islands, Kornati is the perfect place to while away a day cruising around the beautiful bays, swimming and soaking up some rays. The ship will anchor in Telascica, a designated nature park since 1988 thanks to its historical, cultural and environmental value, and the crew will cook up a barbecue on deck. Kick back and enjoy the sunset with salty skin and a cold drink.
Day 4 - Zadar
This morning, local park rangers will take you on a hike around Kornati’s stunning limestone cliffs. Alternatively, if you’d rather spend your time on the water, there’s the option to explore the bays and inlets by sea kayak before sailing to Zadar, described by Alfred Hitchcock as having the most beautiful sunset in the world. A guided walk around the Old Town ends at the famous Sea Organ, a giant organ with underwater pipes that makes music as the waves gently roll in. Enjoy a shot of Maraska, the local cherry liquor, then take your time exploring Zadar before overnighting in port.
Day 5 - Rab
The ship will depart Zadar in the morning and make its way to the island of Rab, which was first declared a city in 10 BC by the Roman Emperor Augustus. Stop for a swim along the way and spend the rest of the journey reading, getting some sun or simply staring at the crystal water. With ancient walls, churches and squares, Rab is the ideal place to explore on foot, be it with the local guides on a tour or by yourself in the evening. Hunt down some fresh seafood for dinner and discover why Rab is known as the Happy Island.
Day 6 - Krk
Join your leader on a walk around Rab (approximately 3 hours) or opt for a leisurely morning instead. Afterwards, the ship will head north to Krk with lunch en route. Krk is the equal-largest island in the Adriatic, a popular destination with beaches, a historic Old Town and plenty of restaurants, bars and clubs. Take a guided tour upon arrival before being transferred to a local farm for prsut (prosciutto) and wine tasting and a lamb dinner.
Day 7 - Opatija
The morning is free for you to explore Krk town at your own pace. Popular sites include the Frankopan Castle and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Krk Cathedral), the latter of which was built over 15 centuries ago. Ask your leader for advice on where to lunch or find your own Adriatic gem before sailing to the rocky shore of Opatija in the afternoon. Tonight you’ll dine with the captain and reminisce with your shipmates before tomorrow’s farewell.
Day 8 - Venice
Transfer from Opatija to Venice by land and get dropped off at Marco Polo airport. Your trip officially ends here, so say goodbye to your group before either returning home or continuing the journey in Venice. The canals, basilicas and piazzas have inspired painters and composers for centuries and offer enough cultural and gastronomical delights to satiate the hungriest traveller. It may not be the Adriatic, and you won’t want to swim in it, but the Grand Canal has a charm of its own.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
21-05-202128-05-2021AUD $ 3,790-
21-05-202128-05-2021AUD $ 3,790-
21-05-202128-05-2021AUD $ 5,295-
21-05-202128-05-2021AUD $ 4,890-
21-05-202128-05-2021AUD $ 4,475-
21-05-202128-05-2021AUD $ 6,150-
09-07-202116-07-2021AUD $ 4,475-
09-07-202116-07-2021AUD $ 6,150-
09-07-202116-07-2021AUD $ 3,790-
09-07-202116-07-2021AUD $ 3,790-
09-07-202116-07-2021AUD $ 5,295-
09-07-202116-07-2021AUD $ 4,890-
27-08-202103-09-2021AUD $ 3,790-
27-08-202103-09-2021AUD $ 3,790-
27-08-202103-09-2021AUD $ 5,295-
27-08-202103-09-2021AUD $ 4,890-
27-08-202103-09-2021AUD $ 4,475-
27-08-202103-09-2021AUD $ 6,150-

Accommodation

Small cruise ship (7 nights)

Transport

Small cruise ship,Boat,Minibus

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