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Croatian Coastal Cruising: Dubrovnik to Split (Aurora)
8 Days | Discover the glittering Dalmatian coast aboard the Aurora
5
Excellent
82 reviews
8 days
Start
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Finish
Split, Croatia
Trip Code
ZSDS
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - null
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Small cruise ship, Boat, Minibus
Accommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)
From £2,360(8 days)
Trip Informations
Croatia’s Dalmatian coast is home to plenty of impressive beaches – we’re talking the official second cleanest in Europe. Imagine the sun warming you while you lean over the side of a boat – just peacefully watching the clear water wash against limestone cliffs and pebbly shores as you pass on by. This eight day cruise offers plenty of that idle relaxation, broken up with exciting activities like a river cruise and a walk to the waterfalls of the the Krka National Park or expeditions like a winery trip near romantic Korcula to for those who find relaxation at the bottom of a wine glass. Get a taste of what the Dalmatian Coast has to offer on this exciting and varied cruise adventure.
Why you’ll love this trip
Board a traditional vessel and sail up along the spectacular Neretva River, inland from Opuzen.
Discover Krka National Park, where you’ll get to see stunning waterfalls and secluded pools.
While large cruise liners have to moor out at sea and commute into shore via tender, you'll drop anchor in the middle of port towns like Hvar or Korcula. You can hop on or off the boat as you please.
Dive into the aquamarine waters of the Dalmatian Coast. Weather permitting, our captain will be stopping the ship for regular swim breaks during the trip.
Take a detour to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This is not a stop featured on many Croatian coastal tours! You’ll see the town’s iconic bridge and have the chance to watch a coffee demonstration.
Is this trip right for you?
This is a small ship adventure cruise, which means you’ll be sailing on a 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. Instead of a casino, we’ve got board games and a good book. There’s also no formal dress code to worry about. Wi-Fi is available onboard.
Our ship moves under engine power, rather than sailing, so all cabins will experience light engine noise when the ship is moving (and occasionally when we drop anchor). It’s probably worth packing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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 concerned about seasickness, there are seasickness tablets on-board. The ship will experience some roll and pitch in choppy conditions, however all of our ships come equipped with stabilisers to minimise movement. Most of our departures run in peak season, when the seas are calmer. Your crew will do all they can to minimise any discomfort.
There are no lifts (elevators) on-board our ships, so you’ll have to navigate a few steep flights of stairs. Handrails are always available.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Small cruise ship, Boat, Minibus
Accommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)
Activities
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Korcula orientation walk
Riverside Restaurant Dinner
Opuzen - Neretva river photo safari boat tour
Mostar - Guided Tour with Coffee Experience
Trpanj - Matusko winery visit and tasting
Hvar - Leader led orientation walk
Hvar - Lavender and Honey Tour
Split Guided Tour
Krka National Park waterfalls
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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 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.
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 (74)
5 stars
72
4 stars
2
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Lichelle
Sep 17, 2024
Excellent experience learning about Croatias history from locals. We went places we would never had known about & loved them.
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!
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.
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.
Rachel
Aug 27, 2024
Petar & Pavle were truly amazing at their job, professional, caring and kind. They provided wonderful presentations, excellent speakers, very knowledgeable about history, culture and sustainability. They were also a lot of fun, playful humor, and a joy to be around. The rest of the staff was also kind and lovely. We truly appreciated how they made sure everyone was cared for, with their individual and collective needs.
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