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Southern Explorer (Premium Ships)

Southern Explorer (Premium Ships)

From €620 EUR

Description

Explore stunning Dalmatian islands and coastline. Spend your mornings admiring the spectacular scenery, enjoying swimming in crystal clear Adriatic sea and your afternoons and evenings exploring old historical towns or having fun till morning hours.

Please Note: This voyage runs on Premium and Premium Superior Ships, therefore prices for some departures may vary. Also, shorter, 6 day itinerary is available. Please contact us for more details.

Trip Name
Southern Explorer (Premium Ships)
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Small Ship Lenght: from 29 meters to 35 meters Passenger Capacity: 21 to 45 Premium steel hulled vessels with modern traditional look offer accommodation in air-conditioned, spacious en-suite cabins with double or twin beds, hair dryer and safety deposit box. Ships are from 29m to 35m in length with cabins 8 to 14m2 in size. Included services: buffet breakfasts, three course lunches, Captain’s dinner, English speaking tour manager on board, one guided tour, daily cabin service, mid-week fresh set of towels and bed linen, luggage handling. Antonela Year of built - 2007, Length - 33 m, Width - 7,5 m. 18 cabins with twin or double beds + 1 single cabin for guide Vapor Length - 33 m, Width - 7,6 m. 18 Cabins, All cabins are airconditioned Eos Length- 39 m, Width - 7,8 m. 21 Cabins. Dionis Length - 33 m, Width - 7,5 m. 19 Cabins, All cabins are airconditioned Dalmatia 19 cabins divided in two decks (11 on main deck, 8 below deck) out of which: 7 cabins on deck with twin beds (2 have extra bed possibility) 6 cabins below deck with twin beds (2 have extra bed possibility). Spacious airconditioned cabins with private shower and toilet. Spaceful restaurant on the top deck, 1 bar, Salon on deck – dining tables for 40 pax, bar, wine cellar. Total sundeck space approx. 200 m2 Jadranska Kraljica (Adriatic Queen) 15 cabins divided in three decks (5 on top deck, 4 on main deck, 6 below deck) out of which 9 cabins with double bed (4 have extra bed possibility), 5 cabins with double beds can be either double or twin, 2 cabins have bunk beds. Spacious air-conditioned cabins with private shower and toilet. Spaceful restaurant, 2 bars, Salon on deck – dining tables for 37 pax, bar, wine cellar. Spaceful sundeck (approx. 75 m2) Meridijan Length- 32.5 m, Width - 7,5 m. 19 Cabins. Pape Prvi Length - 29 m, Width - 7 m. 15 Cabins. Morena Length - 29 m, Width - 7 m. 16 Cabins. Emanuel Length - 27.6 m, Width - 7 m. 18 Cabins. Vjeko Length - 30 m, Width - 7,3 m. 9 Cabins, All cabins are airconditioned Pictures shown below are from various ships in fleet, actual layout of cabins and ship may differ. Please Note: the deckplan below is an example only and may vary from your ship.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - ​Saturday SPLIT - MAKARSKA
Departure from Split harbour towards Makarska at 13:00h. Cruise along the Dalmatian coast whilst enjoying your lunch. Afternoon swim at one of the wonderful beaches. From there, those feeling adventurous can join our optional river rafting excursion or zipline on the Cetina river and meet up with the ship in Makarska in the evening. Overnight in the port of Makarska where strolling along the streets, you will come across numerous churches and other architectural and cultural sites.
Day 2 - Day 2 - Sunday MAKARSKA - MLJET
Early morning departure towards Mljet with a stop on the Pelješac peninsula for a refreshing swim. Afternoon visit to salt lakes in Mljet National Park to enjoy the sun, sea and tranquility of this peaceful island. In the middle of the large lake, inside the National park, you can visit the monastery and church on St. Mary isle or just rent a bike (optional) and cycle around these stunning lakes. Overnight in port Polača/Pomena.
Day 3 - Day 3 - Monday MLJET - DUBROVNIK
After breakfast depart for Dubrovnik, the highlight of this cruise. Enjoy the nature along the way towards “the heaven on earth” – according to the famous writer George Bernard Shaw. Arrive to Dubrovnik in the afternoon when you can explore on your own or join our guided tour of the city followed by an optional cable car ride up to Srđ mountain for spectacular views of the old town. Take a walk through STRADUN – both a street and a square, a promenade inside the city walls. We also recommend a walk on top of the 1,940 m long city walls! Overnight in the port of this magical town.
Day 4 - Day 4 - Tuesday DUBROVNIK - ŠIPAN/TRSTENIK
Morning is free to explore Dubrovnik. Discover the beauty of history through numerous monuments, little streets, churches… Around noon we leave this magnificent town and continue our cruise towards Šipan island or small town of Trstenik on the Pelješac peninsula, where we will swim in the afternoon and spend the night. Possibility of visiting a local winery.
Day 5 - Day 5 - Wednesday ŠIPAN/TRSTENIK - KORČULA
After breakfast depart for island Korčula, the birthplace of famous explorer MARCO POLO. Lunch on board in bay near the town of Korčula. Afternoon arrival where we overnight in port. Surrounded by ancient walls and fortified bastions Korčula’s old town is very well preserved with its layout and structure dating back to 13th century. Optional sightseeing of Korčula and wine and appetizers tasting at a local winery before dinning in one of the numerous seafront restaurants or konobas on your own.
Day 6 - Day 6 - Thursday KORČULA - HVAR
Early departure towards the Pakleni Islands for lunch and a swim stop followed by optional afternoon sightseeing of Hvar, the longest island in the Adriatic. Here we can find the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower as well as the oldest community theatre in Europe founded here in 1612. Hvar offers abundant entertainment, excellent restaurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar.
Day 7 - Day 7 - Friday HVAR (Bol) - SPLIT
Our next stop is Brač island. Swimming is planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat near Bol (the Golden Horn - its gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change in shape). Bol is a typical fishermen’s village converted into a popular tourist destination. After lunch we will start our journey back to Split where the last overnight is planned. A swim break is planned on route in one of the many bays on Brač island. Enjoy the view of Split Riviera. Possibility to join our guided tour of Split, a monumental city under UNESCO protection that belongs not only to Croatians, but also to you, as it is a part of the world heritage. Here we find an abundance of Roman architecture – of special interest is the Diocletian palace.
Day 8 - Day 8 - Saturday SPLIT
Early breakfast and time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends.
Day 9 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
16-06-201823-06-2018€805Lower Deck
16-06-201823-06-2018€865Upper/Main Deck
23-06-201830-06-2018€865Lower Deck
23-06-201830-06-2018€925Upper/Main Deck
01-09-201808-09-2018€805Lower Deck
01-09-201808-09-2018€865Upper/Main Deck
08-09-201815-09-2018€805Lower Deck
08-09-201815-09-2018€865Upper/Main Deck
15-09-201822-09-2018€805Lower Deck
15-09-201822-09-2018€865Upper/Main Deck
22-09-201829-09-2018€775Upper/Main Deck
22-09-201829-09-2018€710Lower Deck
29-09-201806-10-2018€620Lower Deck
29-09-201806-10-2018€650Upper/Main Deck

Inclusions

    • Swimming at secluded beaches
    • Dubrovnik
    • Hvar
    • National park Mljet
    • Optional Zip line over Cetina river canyon
    • Optional wine tasting in Korčula

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