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Croatian Coastal Cruising: Dubrovnik to Split (Aurora)
8 days • 5
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Start
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Finish
Split, Croatia
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Trip Code
ZSDS
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 36
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Physical Rating
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
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Transport
Small cruise ship, Boat, Minibus
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Accommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)
From £1,888(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Sail up the Neretva River to Opuzen. Here, you’ll transfer to small, traditional boats and sail around the wetlands, making your way to a local restaurant on the water for Peka veal.
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Discover Krka National Park, where you’ll get to see stunning waterfalls and secluded pools.
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Drop anchor in the middle of port towns like Hvar or Korcula – while large cruise liners have to moor out at sea and commute into shore, you can hop on or off the boat as you please!
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Dive into the aquamarine waters of the Dalmatian Coast. Weather permitting, your captain will be stopping the boat for regular swim breaks during the trip.
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Take a detour to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. You’ll see the town’s iconic bridge and have the chance to watch a coffee demonstration.
Is this trip right for you?
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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.
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Our boat moves under engine power, rather than sailing, so all cabins will experience light engine noise when the boatis moving (and occasionally when we drop anchor). It’s probably worth packing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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There are no lifts (elevators) on-board our boats, so you’ll have to navigate a few steep flights of stairs. Handrails are always available.
Itinerary
Discover the glittering Dalmatian coast aboard the Aurora
Imagine the sun warming you while you lean over the side of a boat, peacefully watching the clear water wash against the limestone cliffs and pebbly shores of Croatia. This eight-day small-ship cruise offers plenty of that idle relaxation, broken upwith exciting activities like a river cruise and a walk to the waterfalls of the Krka National Park. Take on expeditions like a winery trip near Korcula and get a taste of what the Dalmatian Coast has to offer, all with a local leader and group of likeminded travellers.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Dubrovnik
- DAY 2Day 2 • Dubrovnik - Korcula
- DAY 3Day 3 • Korcula - Badija - Opuzen
- DAY 4Day 4 • Opuzen - Mostar - Opuzen - Trpanj
- DAY 5Day 5 • Trpanj - Hvar - Jelsa - Starigrad - Hvar
- DAY 6Day 6 • Hvar - Split
- DAY 7Day 7 • Split - Krka National Park
- DAY 8Day 8 • Disembarkation in Split
Inclusions
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7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
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Small cruise ship, Boat, Minibus
bed Accommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)
festival Included activities
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circleKorcula orientation walk
circleRiverside Restaurant Dinner
circleOpuzen - Neretva river photo safari boat tour
circleMostar - Guided Tour with Coffee Experience
circleTrpanj - Matusko winery visit and tasting
circleHvar - Leader led orientation walk
circleHvar - Lavender and Honey Tour
circleSplit Guided Tour
circleKrka National Park waterfalls
museum Optional activities
circleMostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque - BAM6
circleMostar - Old Bridge Museum - BAM10
circleMostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6
circleMostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM15
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Saturday May 24, 2025
Saturday May 31, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 19 spaces left
£2,360£1,888
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Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 19 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Saturday Jun 28, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 7 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 15 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday Jul 19, 2025
Saturday Jul 26, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 25 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday Aug 02, 2025
Saturday Aug 09, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 30 spaces left
£2,244
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Saturday Aug 16, 2025
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 14 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday Aug 30, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 2 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 2 spaces left
£2,701
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Saturday Sep 27, 2025
Saturday Oct 04, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 20 spaces left
£2,624
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Saturday Oct 04, 2025
Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 34 spaces left
£2,530
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Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Saturday Oct 18, 2025
Trip size max: 36 - 24 spaces left
£2,360
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Saturday May 23, 2026
Saturday May 30, 2026
Trip size max: 36 - 38 spaces left
£2,475
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Saturday Jun 06, 2026
Saturday Jun 13, 2026
Trip size max: 36 - 38 spaces left
£2,475
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Saturday Jun 20, 2026
Saturday Jun 27, 2026
Trip size max: 36 - 38 spaces left
£2,475
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Important notes
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This trip will be onboard the M/S Aurora. It has 18 cabins with private ensuites and can accommodate up to 36 customers
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COMPLIMENTARY ARRIVAL TRANSFER
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A complimentary arrival transfer is included from Dubrovnik Airport to the Port of Dubrovnik 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.
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PASSPORT DETAILS
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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.
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SINGLE TRAVELLERS
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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 (74)
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Brendan
Oct 08, 2024
Croatian Coastal cruising is an opportunity not to be missed. Be taken from the cities of Split or Dubrovnik to islands and special places in comfort and with the excellent guidance of an expert team leader.
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Margaret
Sep 24, 2024
Croatian Cruising gives a snapshot of island life and history on the Adriatic
Coast and inland regions. Join for fun times swimming off the boat, great food, island excursions and a chance to learn about Croatia's history and culture. Local guides complement the care taken by excellent onboard guides and crew.
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Angie
Sep 24, 2024
If Croatia is on your go there list, this is the trip for you. From the cobblestone streets of Korčula that echo with klapa music, to the lavender-infused countryside of Hvar, and the heart-wrenchingly beautiful town of Mostar, Intrepid’s Coastal Croatian Cruise delivers the best of the Dalmatian Coast.
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Ruth
Sep 23, 2024
A fantastic small group cruise, with the best guides. We stayed away from the crowds, plenty of time on board to relax, including swimming/paddle boarding, and our shore excursions were varied and interesting. They brought us in contact with locals, either as local town guides, or to show us their own small businesses. We left knowing that we were appreciated and that we were helping the local economy, not just looking. There is a sense of really getting to know the places and people we visited, the history, culture, and current struggles and achievements. I recommend this trip, and thank Intrepid for their travel philosophy, and for providing such brilliant guides.
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Michelle
Sep 17, 2024
From the first to the last night, this trip was outstanding. The crew and leaders were fantastic. Swim stops, informative site tours and walk abouts, with a perfect amount of free time. We got experience things that the big boats couldn’t. Finally, our fellow passengers were all so nice!
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Lichelle
Sep 17, 2024
Excellent experience learning about Croatias history from locals. We went places we would never had known about & loved them.
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Michael
Sep 13, 2024
As a first time group tour experience this was fantastic! We've always been disdainful of "boxed" travel but this was awesome. The leaders were wonderful, fellow travelers were varied and interesting - some first timers and some on their 6th or 7th tour, all enjoying every minute. We'll be back!
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Jennifer
Sep 12, 2024
This trip was fantastic! The Croatian coastline is beautiful, the local food and wine is great, the guided tours were informative and interesting, and it was all a great experience. Ziggy and Dinko are wonderful - knowledgeable, friendly and well-organized; they really made it special. The boat Aurora is really comfortable and spacious, and the swim stops were amazing! Highly recommend this trip, a mix of relaxing and invigorating.
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Attila
Sep 11, 2024
The Cruise around the Croatian coast was a fantastic way to learn about the country & its people in a relaxing way with swim stops along the way. Really enjoyed visiting Dubrovnik, Split & other Croatian cities.
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Laurie
Aug 27, 2024
I have only been home from my trip for a few days, but have recommended Intrepid. We were in good hands. They were hospitable, knowledgeable, fun and approachable. Top-notch!!