Best of Croatia Deluxe By World Journeys

Group Tour

11 Days / 10 Nights from $6,455 Price Per Person

Sales from 19 April 2023 to 31 December 2025

**Day 1: Zagreb**
On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel in Zagreb for overnight.

**Day 2: Zagreb**
Enjoy a morning walking tour of Croatia’s capital, Zagreb, takes you through the historic Lower and Upper towns, visiting their main attractions such as the St. Mark’s Church, the Government Palace, the Lotrščak tower, the Cathedral and Stone Gate. Feel the city centre vibrance when walking through the colourful Dolac market in the morning or enjoy a rich gourmet offer of local pubs and restaurants.

**Day 3: Zagreb > Plitvice Lakes > Split**
Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. The oldest Croatian national park consists of 16 lakes connected by cascading waterfalls. Enjoy a 3 to 4 hours walking tour strolling the wooden paths and nature trails surrounded by lush greenery and turquoise waters (minimum fitness level required). Continue to Split hotel for overnight.

**Day 4: Split**
Transfer to Split harbour where the vessel will be docked. After checking in, enjoy a guided tour of the city where you will find an abundance of Roman architecture. At the core of this sprawling cityscape is the palace the emperor Diocletian built for his golden years at the turn of the 4th century. To this day the Palace remains one of the best-preserved monuments of the Roman architecture in the world. After the walking tour continue to your cruise, starting in Split.

NB: The embarkation port for Saturday departures is Trogir.

**Day 5: Split > Korcula**
Early morning depart for Korcula, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of the enchanting town fortified by walls. Korčula treasures more legends, tales and monuments than any other place, discover some wandering along the herringbone pattern streets. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants for a great gourmet experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.

**Day 6: Korcula > Mljet > Dubrovnik**
Today, head further south to the island of Mljet. Visit salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy a boat ride to a Benedictine monastery on St Mary Island. Return to the vessel for lunch, followed by departure towards Dubrovnik. Late afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik, but before docking at the Gruž harbour, the captain will arrange an evening dinner cruise alongside the old city walls. Enjoy the spectacular views of this magnificent ancient town. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

**Day 7: Dubrovnik**
After breakfast, transfer to the magical old town for a guided tour. There will be plenty of opportunities to take great pictures as the cable car takes us from the Old Town to the Srđ mountain to enjoy scenic views of the Walls and the Elaphiti Islands. Afternoon at leisure to find idyllic spots for lunch and dinner. Meander through the narrow car-free limestone streets – worn smooth under the soles of centuries of pedestrians, seek out a drink in one of the trendy piazzas or walk the famous 1,940 m long walls and take a stroll along the famous STRADUN – both a street and a square, a promenade inside the city walls. This evening enjoy a Captain’s dinner with live entertainment on board. Spend overnight in Dubrovnik.

**Day 8: Dubrovnik > Peljesac Peninsula**
Early morning departure towards the Pelješac peninsula, home to Croatia’s best-known red wines: Dingač and Postup. Before lunch, a short stop at one of the Elaphiti Islands and afternoon arrival to Pelješac peninsula. Today, move away from the shore inland to explore the rural areas. Afternoon transfer to the village, followed by a visit to a local farm to indulge in a heritage dinner with Croatian delicacies and local dishes made from their own produce. Late transfer back to the vessel. Overnight on Pelješac peninsula.

**Day 9: Peljesac Peninsula > Hvar**
Morning departure towards Hvar. Lunch on the small Island of Šćedro, followed by a swim stop at the Pakleni Islands. Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon. Hvar is the longest Island in the Adriatic and one of the sunniest; known for lavish lavender fields and breath-taking beauty. One can find many historical landmarks in Hvar such as the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower and the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded in 1612, to name a few. Hike up to the town fort overlooking the harbour to get some lovely scenic views of the vessel and the Pakleni islands. In the evening Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment – many restaurants, bars and cafes are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar.

**Day 10: Hvar > Bol**
Today’s destination is the Island of Brač and the picturesque town of Bol. Walk along the promenade or swim at one of the most famous beaches in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat (the Golden cape – known for its gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change its shape). Bol is a typical fishermen’s town turned into a popular tourist destination. After lunch on board, time at leisure until wine tasting. Departure for Milna or Pučišća. Overnight in Milna or Pučišća.

**Day 11: Bol > Split**
Early morning departure for Split. Gather for one last breakfast at the vessel, followed by goodbyes with the crew and all the new friends, before they see you off in Split. Check out by 9.00 am and transfer to Split airport where arrangements conclude.

Inclusions

• • Cruise journey
  • 3 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels
  • 7 nights’ accommodation onboard
  • English-speaking tour manager onboard
  • Transfers as outlined in the itinerary
  • 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 4 dinners
  • Fresh fruit daily and Croatian wine tasting on day 10 onboard
  • Tea or coffee after lunch onboard
  • Complimentary water from the water fountain onboard
  • Guided walking tours of Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korcula, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, and Zagreb
  • Shared one-way transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old Town
  • Dubrovnik cable car, Mljet National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance fees
  • Daily cabin service with a towel change and mid-week bed linen change
  • Luggage handling onboard, port fees, and tourist tax
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard