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Croatian Coastal Cruising - Split to Dubrovnik (Aurora)
8 days • 4.9
5
Excellent
82 reviews
8 days
Start
Split, Croatia
Finish
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Trip Code
ZSSD
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 36
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Small cruise ship, Boat, Minibus
Accommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)
From £1,888(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Sail up the spectacular Neretva River in a traditional wooden boat to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Taste some local olive oil at the local museum in Brac – the longest island in central Dalmatia – before exploring this gorgeous island at your own pace.
Explore the beautiful town of Mostar – check out the town’s iconic bridge and see how traditional Bosnian coffee is made followed by a sample of this delicious brew.
Spend more time exploring the beautiful Croatian coast and less time on the boat with plenty of port stops and offshore activities.
Drop anchor in the middle of port towns like Hvar or Korcula and explore straight off the boat – one of the many benefits of small-ship cruising.
Is this trip right for you?
This is a small-ship adventure cruise, which means you’ll be sailing on a motor yacht with up to 35 other people. The boat is spacious and comfortable, but it focuses more on the destination than on-board activities. Instead of a pool, we have the sea itself and you’ll stop for swim stops most days. There’s also no formal dress code to worry about. Wi-fi is available onboard.
Our boat moves under engine power rather than sailing, so all cabins will experience light engine noise when the boat is moving (and occasionally when we drop anchor). If you’re a light sleeper, it’s probably worth packing earplugs.
Unlike other ships that cruise through the night, we’ll spend our evenings docked at port. This will give you more time to dine ashore and enjoy those balmy Croatian evenings. Cruising will mostly take place during the day.
Onshore activities and excursions will involve a bit of walking. You’ll be visiting ancient sites and historical places, and at times you may have to cross cobbled streets and uneven ground, sometimes in hot conditions. If you have any concerns, please speak to your group leader before taking part.
If you’re sensitive to seasickness, talk to your doctor before the trip about medication – however, this yacht sails close to the coastline of Croatia in often sheltered areas, so choppy water is uncommon.
There are no lifts (elevators) on-board our boat, so you’ll have to navigate a few steep flights of stairs. Handrails are always available.
Itinerary
Discover the hotspots of the Croatian coast on a cruising adventure
Navigate the gorgeous coastline of Croatia in comfort on this small-ship adventure cruise from Split to Dubrovnik. Soak up the sun, sea and salty breeze as you sail through the azure waters of the Adriatic, exploring islands, rivers, beaches and towns. Start in the ancient city of Split and walk through colourful Brac, before setting sail southbound. Drop anchor in Hvar and venture up the River Neretva. Check out the beautiful town of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, wander through the romantic Old Town of Korcula and enjoy tastings at a local winery, then dock in the walled city of Dubrovnik – whether you’re a Game of Thrones fan or just looking for a beautiful place to explore, this is the perfect city to end in (and stay longer, if you can)!
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Small cruise ship, Boat, Minibus
Accommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)
Included activities
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Brac - Oil Museum
Brac - Skrip Museum
Hvar - Leader led orientation walk
Hvar - Lavender and Honey Tour
Opuzen - Neretva river photo safari boat tour
Riverside Restaurant Dinner
Trpanj - Matusko winery visit and tasting
Mostar - Guided Tour with Coffee Experience
Korcula orientation walk
Dubrovnik - Local Guide
Optional activities
Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque - BAM6
Mostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6
Mostar - Old Bridge Museum - BAM10
Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM15
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Important notes
This trip will be onboard the M/S Aurora. It has 18 cabins with private ensuites and can accommodate up to 36 customers
COMPLIMENTARY ARRIVAL TRANSFER
A complimentary arrival transfer is included from Split Airport to the Port of Split on day one of this trip or from the airport to the hotel if you have booked pre tour accommodation with us. Please provide your flight details at least 14 days prior to arrival so as we can organise this transfer for you.
PASSPORT DETAILS
Please provide your passport details at time of booking. It is essential we receive these details at least 14 days prior to departure as we must provide them to the Port authorities in order to comply with Maritime regulations.
SINGLE TRAVELLERS
Single travellers will share a twin cabin with another traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer not to share, a single cabin supplement is available at an additional charge. A single passenger cannot be booked or confirmed in a double cabin (with a double bed) unless a single supplement is paid.
Reviews (73)
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Ana
Oct 11, 2024
This is a great trip! Perfect balance between touring the different islands/towns which were all beautiful and the relaxing swim stops from the boat in the clear blue Adriatic Sea.Our leaders Dinko and Ziggy were the best to learn about Croatian culture and history being proud Croatians themselves;their friendly welcoming attitudes really brought our group together.Also gave us insider tips on restaurants and activities for our free time.Highly recommend this trip.(side note:ITS HOT)
Jennifer
Oct 05, 2024
This was a great trip with a more relaxed vibe than I would expect for cruise. The swim stops and included activities definitely kept us busy but there was still plenty of time for book reading. The leaders, crew and all on board services really made for an excellent holiday.
Barb
Sep 28, 2024
I would not hesitate booking this one week cruise. Loved every minute of it- from the size and comfort of our boat, small group size, excellent tour leaders, nice balance of excursions… and the 5 star food!
Mark
Sep 18, 2024
You have so many choices when doing Split>Dubrovnic cruise, its mind boggling. Went with Intrepid due to its reputation and wasnt dissappointed. Ship was great, crew were amazing, our two guides leaders Dinko and Ziggy were so passionate about showing us their country that it made the whole trip. Highly recommended. You wont be dissappointed. ps Croatia and some of the town we visited HVar and Korcula Opuzen some of the prettiest we have ever been to (keep it a secret)
Bettina
Sep 05, 2024
This trip provided not only a well needed relaxation but a fully supported immersion into the sights, beauty and history of Croatia. I cannot recommend highly enough 💕
renato
Sep 04, 2024
This trip showed the best of Dalmatian coast. Our leaders showed us how they love their country and can’t help but fall in love with Croatia too. The boat crew likewise showed the best of Croatia: good food, nice swim stops and safe voyage at all times. The strangers I met on the trip eventually became friends. Intrepid is the really the best way to travel. Thanks Dinko and Ziggy, m/s aurora crew and the people I traveled with.
Frances
Aug 23, 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed this very relaxing trip down the Dalmatian coast. It was a perfect blend of sea swimming, sun, good food and company,with some gentle but interesting excursions. The coastline is beautiful and the places we stopped were charming and not too busy. The whole experience felt quite exclusive. The crew were amazing and all the ships manoeuvres appeared seamless.
Dianne
Aug 22, 2024
Cruising Croatia was a wonderful trip from start to finish. The guides and staff on the boat were amazing, organised, great food and excellent inclusions. A truly magical trip.
Anne
Aug 18, 2024
Our cruise in Croatia exceeded our expectations. We loved the exposure to the culture while also enjoying the rest swim spots on the way. We had cultural experiences we never could have had on our own. What a tremendous week!
Carmen
Aug 09, 2024
The Croatian Islands tour is the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. Little surprises along the way were a real treat especially the early morning walks for us early risers, the impromptu party for late night revellers. It’s was a magical adventure.
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