Date

Itinerary

11 Oct 19

Split

Welcome to the Dalmatian Coast - your private transfer will collect you from Split airport and take you to Cornaro Hotel. Perhaps wander through the Old Town, situated minutes away from your hotel? Maybe enjoy a wine tasting offered by the hotel or simply relax in the comfort of your superior room, take in the views from the rooftop bar?  Hotel: Cornaro Hotel-Superior Room

12 Oct 19

Split

Board Avangard (Futura II)

After a free morning you are welcomed onboard by your Cruise Manager, join your Local Expert for a stroll through the ancient walkways of Diocletian's Palace, which now forms the historic centre of Split. Walk through labyrinthine streets to see St. Duje's, originally Diocletian's Mausoleum, and the Temple of Jupiter, which today is a baptistery, as well as the Golden Gate. Enjoy a cocktail and Welcome Dinner with wine at your meet-and-greet party.  (B/D)

13 Oct 19

Cruise to Korcula

Cruise from Split along the picturesque coast Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays before arriving in Korčula, on the island of the same name. The locals claim the celebrated globetrotter, Marco Polo was born here. Then you are at leisure to indulge your taste buds in the evening at one of Korčula’s many appealing restaurants and bars. (B/L)

14 Oct 19

Mljet & Dubrovnik

Voyage south to the Island of Mljet and join your Cruise Manager for a stroll to Veliko Jezero, the Big Lake of Mljet National Park. A gentle ferry ride brings you to the Benedictine Monastery of St. Mary. After time to explore, return to your cruise ship for lunch and then set sail for the mighty bastions of Dubrovnik. As the receding sun casts autumnal hues across the endless sky, enjoy a delicious buffet dinner served on deck. (B/L/D)

15 Oct 19

Dubrovnik

Transfer to the medieval Old Town of Dubrovnik, where the footsteps of endless travellers have buffed the marbled streets and squares to a smooth patina. After your guided walking exploration, take the cable car to SrÄ‘ Mountain for scenic views over the famous fortifications and Elaphiti Islands. Enjoy a free afternoon in the Pearl of the Adriatic.  (B)

16 Oct 19

The Peljesac Peninsula

Start off your day cruising past the beautiful Elaphiti Islands, a summer playground for Dubrovnik's aristocracy during the 16th century. Continue to the Pelješac Peninsula, renowned for its excellent wines, where you will have the chance to take a dip in the beautiful blue waters. After mooring at a small port on the peninsula, transfer to the village of Kuna for a visit to the local church and monastery. Meet the locals and treat your taste buds to a typical village feast with a Farm-to-Table dinner of Croatian delicacies.  (B/L/D)

17 Oct 19

Hvar

Drop anchor at the small island of ŠÄ‡edro, with quiet coves and pristine beauty offering the most irresistible backdrop for lunch. Cruise west for a chance to swim in the crystal clear waters of the emerald Pakleni Islands. Continue to disembark at Hvar – the island of sunshine, lavender, sage and wine. Follow the gorgeous white stone, laid down by the Venetians to the town’s magnificent main square with your Local Expert. Spend time exploring the secluded beaches and tiny seafood restaurants (B/L)

18 Oct 19

Bol

Set sail for Bol in the morning, the oldest town on the island of Brač and one of Croatia’s most famous seaside resorts. Walk along the promenade and swim at the picture-perfect Zlatni Rat, or Golden Cape, a shifting triangle of sandy beaches, protruding into the cobalt waters of the Adriatic. At a local winery, relax with some appetisers and taste some of the revered wines of the island. The evening is reserved for the Captain’s Celebration Dinner with live entertainment. (B/L/D)

19 Oct 19

Split

Early morning, cruise to Split port where your trip comes to an end. Transfers are available to Split airport. (B) 

Date

Itinerary

Arrive

Depart

20 Oct 19

Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Embark

7:00pm

21 Oct 19

At Sea

22 Oct 19

Kotor, Montenegro

7:00am

5:00pm

23 Oct 19

Corfu. Greece

8:00am

5:00pm

24 Oct 19

Sicily (Messina), Italy

9:00am

6:00pm

25 Oct 19

Naples, Italy

7:00am

7:00pm

26 Oct 19

At Sea

27 Oct 19

Barcelona, Spain

5:00am

Disembark