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Magical Croatia Cruise
...with music entertainment in Omis and Korcula!
Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korcula, Vela Luka, Bisevo, Vis, Hvar, Bol, Pucisca, Omis and Split aboard Emanuel |
| 9 Days / 8 Nights •July 13, 2012 |
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Far from the crowd visits of the most beautiful sites on the Croatian coast.
“Home away from home” cruising with a small number of passengers and highly personal crew service.
Excellent and hearty food on board including Captain`s gala dinner.
Great value of 9 optional cultured and relaxing shore excursions
The yacht-like Emanuel is a 36 – passenger vessel perfectly designed for those who wish to see the authentic sites close up while calling tiny, romantic ports of the South and Middle Dalmatia.
DAY 1: DUBROVNIK
On arrival you will be greeted by the breathtaking sight of Dubrovnik. The stunning city is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon we board our cruise ship, MS Emanuel.
With just 18 cabins, Emanuel is the perfect size for visiting the small ports and coastal towns of the Adriatic.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
DAY 2: DUBROVNIK
After breakfast, small local boat will take us on a panoramic view of these majestic ancient walls before heading to the nearby island of Lokrum, where we will enjoy a tour of the famous Lokrum botanical gardens.
After the lunch we start to explore Dubrovnik –Old town. Lord Byron famously described the city as the 'Pearl of the Adriatic’. A magnificent medieval wall encloses marble streets and baroque buildings that exude a pearly light in the Adriatic sun. The main pedestrian thoroughfare, Placa, is full of cafés and shops, and has outstanding monuments at either end. Churches, monasteries and museums ornamented with finely carved stone recall an eventful history and a vibrant artistic tradition. Coming back to Emanuel at 6.30PM to have our dinner on board.
Optional Excursion: 1)Dubrovnik walls-panoramic cruise with local boat and exploring of Lokrum Island national treasure
2)Dubrovnik town tour with bus transfer
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
DAY 3: DUBROVNIK – MLJET ISLAND – KORCULA ISLAND
Early this morning we set sail for National Park Mljet and by mid morning arrive at the island of Mljet. We enjoy a delightful walk to the two lakes, a stunningly beautiful part of the island. In fact, no less than half of the island is designated a national park. This lushly forested paradise also attracted such residents as Ulysses and St Paul!
Mid afternoon we set sail for Korcula. One of the greenest islands in the Adriatic with numerous tiny and secluded bays, Korcula is rich in art and culture. It is a typical medieval walled Dalmatian town, with its cluster of red rooftops and round defensive towers. It is also reputed to be the birthplace of the great explorer, Marco Polo, in 1254. Upon arrival commence a 1½ hour walking tour of Korcula town.
Optional Excursion: Korcula City Tour
Mljet national park (entrance fee to be paid directly on the spot)
Overnight in Korcula.
DAY 4: KORCULA – VELA LUKA
This morning we depart Korcula for Vela Luka which is situated on the western side of the island in a large bay dotted with many tiny islets and surrounded by tranquil inlets. The town, which is the 2nd largest settlement on the Adriatic islands is an oasis of Dalmatia and Mediterranean influences: mild climate, unpolluted sea and air, olive groves and fig trees. Later that afternoon we will be docked in Vela Luka where we are going to visit local oil mill and archeological museum.
Optional Excursion: Visit to Vela Luka town museum (archaeological collection) and olive oil tasting in Zlokic ethno museum
Overnight in Vela Luka.
DAY 5: VELA LUKA – BISEVO – VIS ISLAND
This morning we head to the amazing Bisevo Caves (or Blue Grotto), named because of the glowing blue light that appears at certain times of the day.
By midday we arrive in Vis. A British base during World War II, the island was closed to tourism after 1945 and only reopened in 1990 after Croatia declared its independence. This, together with its location, make Vis largely unspoiled by mass tourism. More significantly, it was the island where Marshall Tito directed his partisans from a secret cave in which he worked and slept. We have the chance to view these living quarters during our stay here.
Optional Excursions: 1)Blue Cave on Bisevo island
2) Island Vis tour-TITO's cave, visiting local winary, Royal British airport)
Overnight in Vis.
DAY 6: VIS – HVAR ISLAND
Today we arrive at the island of Hvar, recently voted one of the world's 10 most beautiful islands. "I know paradise now I know Hvar", goes a local saying. The island is known as the Croatian Madeira because of its lush vegetation and mild climate. A walk along the waterfront promenade and through the Old Town reveals a wealth of medieval and Renaissance buildings.
Optional excursion:1)Yougoslav military tunnels on Vis
2)Lavender presentation and Hvar town tour
Overnight in Hvar.
DAY 7: HVAR – BOL(ZLATNI RAT) – PUCISCA
After breakfast we sail to town Bol situated on island of Brac where we will visit one of the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic coast, known as Zlatni Rat or Golden Cape. We will disembark at Bol where there will be an opportunity to explore or take a mini train to the famous beach for a swim.
After lunch we set sail for the town of Pucisca on the north-east side of the island of Brac. Pucisca is famed for its white stone that has been used for centuries in the building of palaces and cathedrals throughout the world and more notably the White house in USA. We will visit a masonry school in the afternoon.
Optional Excursion:Visit to Stone mason school in Pucisca on Brac Island
Overnight in Pucisca.
DAY 8: PUCISCA – OMIS
This morning we set sail for the small town of Omis. On arrival we will be transfered by the bus to visit Split, the second-largest city in Croatia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the historical centre, and within walking distance of the port, is the huge palace of the Emperor Diocletian. Dating from the end of the third century AD, it was one of the last palaces of the Roman Empire.
At lunch time we are coming back to Emanuel After the lunch we are having our free time in Omis, to visit fabulous Cetina canyoun, or visit the historical pirates tower Mirabela or just to spend time on leisure on the beautiful sandy beach in Omis.
Optional Excursion:Split town tour with bus transfer
Overnight in Omis.
DAY 9: SPLIT
Breakfast and disembarkation BY 9:00 AM
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| MORE INFO |
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| SHIP STATISTICS |
| Flag: Croatian
Nationality of Officers:Croatian
Number of Crew: 7
Passenger Capacity: 35
Tonnage: 258 GRT
Length:37,60 m
Beam:7 m
Draft:2,30 m |
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| DAY |
PORT |
ARRIVAL |
DEPARTURE |
| Day 1 |
Dubrovnik |
Embark |
Overnight |
| Day 2. |
Dubrovnik |
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Overnight |
| Day 3. |
Dubrovnik |
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6:30 AM |
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Mljet |
10:30 AM |
2:30 PM |
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Korcula |
4:00 PM |
Overnight |
| Day 4. |
Korcula |
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10:30 AM |
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Vela Luka |
6:00 PM |
Overnight |
| Day 5. |
Vela luka |
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6:00 AM |
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Bisevo (Blue Cave) |
9:30 AM |
10:30 AM |
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Vis |
12:00 AM |
Overnight |
| Day 6. |
Vis |
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11:00 AM |
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Hvar |
12:30 AM |
Overnight |
| Day 7. |
Hvar |
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8:00 AM |
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Bol |
10:30 AM |
1:00 PM |
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Pucisca |
2:30 PM |
Overnight |
| Day 8. |
Pucisca |
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8:00 AM |
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Omis |
9:00 AM |
Overnight |
| Day 9. |
Split |
9:00 AM |
Disembark |
Cruise rates (EURO) per Person
Lower Deck
Main Deck
Excursion package* |
1,250
1,350
55
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Rates include:
• Accommodation in a chosen cabin category on 9 night/8 day Magical Croatia Cruise with ship’s facilities at your disposal
• Full board (English breakfast, buffet lunch and served dinner)
• Welcome drink and Captain's gala dinner
• An afternoon coffee/tea, fruit all cakes
• Early riser`s coffee
• Service of the 7 crew members
• Service of our Cruise Director
• Music entertainment on board in Korcula and Omis
• Usage of the ship’s equipment
• Port taxes and VAT
Rates do not include:
• Domestic and/or international flights
• Post cruise accommodation ( available on request )
• Drinks/ beverages from the ship’s bar
• Transfer from and/or to the ship prior to embarkation and/or after disembarkation
• Tips, laundry, an optional admission fee for Mljet National Park, any other items of personal nature
• onboard communication such as facsimile, telephone, internet
INCLUDED IN THE EXCURSION PACKAGE:
1. Dubrovnik walls-panoramic cruise with local boat and exploring of Lokrum Island national treasure with English speaking guide
2. Dubrovnik town tour with bus transfer
3. Korcula town tour
4. Visit to Vela Luka town museum (archaeological collection) and olive oil tasting in Zlokic ethno museum
5. Blue Cave on Bisevo island
6. Island Vis tour-TITO's cave, visiting local winary, Royal British airport, Yougoslav military tunnels
7. Lavender presentation and Hvar town tour
8. Visit to Stone mason school in Pucisca on Brac Island
9. Split town tour with bus transfer
ITINERARY DEVIATIONS:
Every effort will be made to adhere to the scheduled itinerary ; however, due to the schedule changes beyond organizer’s control, we reserve the right, without prior notice, to change routing or alter shore excursions.
* DELECTA Ltd.reserves the right to change the vessel provider in case of the contracted services are
not supplied according to the previously agreed standards.
BOOKING:
Bookings are on request and need to be confirmed.
30 % reservation deposit per person based on the total cost of the cruise should be paid within 7 days from our written confirmation.
Deposit is non refundable.
FINAL PAYMENT:
Final payment is due 50 days prior to departure.
CANCELLATION FEES:
* up to 40 days prior to the cruise commencement - loss of deposit
39 - 21 days prior to the cruise commencement - 50 % of the cruise rate
20-0 days days prior to the cruise commencement - 100 % of the cruise rate | |
