From CAD 3,610
Guarantee
Group Tour
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Navigate the gorgeous coastline of Croatia in both style and comfort on this small-ship adventure cruise from Split to Dubrovnik. Soak up the sun, sea and salty sea breeze as you sail through the azure waters of the Adriatic, experiencing impressive islands, meandering rivers, stunning beaches and historic towns. Begin by exploring the ancient city of Split and walking through colourful Brac, before setting sail southbound. Drop an anchor in Hvar and indulge in the glitz and glamour of this chic island, venture up the River Neretva and discover 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 stunning walled city of Dubrovnik. Combine a healthy dose of cuisine and culture with a beautifully designed ship, and you have the perfect way to explore the Croatian coast.
Highlights
- Tick another country off your bucket list as you 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 ship 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.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Humana Zagreb. Donations help provide job opportunities and education programs in sustainable fashion and textiles for people with disabilities. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
Trip Details
Product Code: 3311
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Comfortable
Transport: Small cruise ship,Boat,Minibus
Guide Language: English
Supplier Code: ZSSD
Starts: Split, Bosnia And Herzegovina
Finishes: Dubrovnik, Bosnia And Herzegovina
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (7), Lunch (5), Dinner (4)Accommodation: Small cruise ship (7 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 3610 (CAD 451 /day)
Itinerary
Dobrodosli! Welcome to Split, Croatia. There is so much to see and do in this gorgeous seaside oasis, so it's recommended you arrive a couple of days early to fully experience this city. Your luggage can be dropped off at the ship from midday, so feel free to explore Split at your leisure before boarding commences at 5 pm, when you’ll meet your fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and safety briefing. This evening, sit down to your first group dinner on board before overnighting in port.
Included Activities:
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning you'll sail to the colourful island of Brac. Along the way, stop for a swim in the glittering ocean and enjoy lunch aboard the boat. When you arrive in Brac, the longest island in central Dalmatia, head to the Skrip museum. As the oldest settlement on the island, this regional museum is full of fascinating history. After, visit the Olive Oil museum to explore the history of this cooking staple on the island. Here, you'll also have the opportunity to taste some local olive oil along with some local produce (and pick up a souvenir, if you fancy). Tonight, enjoy some free time exploring Brac or lounging on the boat.
Included Activities:
- Brac - Oil Museum
- Brac - Skrip Museum
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
Set sail for the island of Hvar, enjoying breakfast on board. Stop to swim in the waters of the Adriatic at a secluded beach close to Stari Grad - Hvar's old town. Arrive in Stari Grad around midday and look across one of Europe's oldest towns while lunching on board the Aurora. Next, take a bus to explore the island known as the 'Queen of the Dalmatian Islands'. Visit a nearby farm and try some local produce. Afterwards, drive to Hvar town for an orientation walk with your leader, then enjoy free time to explore. Return to Stari Grad and dine at a local restaurant of your choosing. Overnight in Hvar (Stari Grad).
Included Activities:
- Hvar - Leader led orientation walk
- Hvar - Lavender and Honey Tour
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
Set sail early towards Opuzen, breakfasting on board and then stopping for a spot of swimming. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail up the Neretva river towards Opuzen. On arrival, jump into small wooden boats for a leisurely cruise through the surrounding wetlands (with local snacks and music on board). End up at a beautiful local restaurant overlooking the water for Peka veal and other local dishes then board the boats and return to Opuzen. This evening, you may like to venture out to the friendly bars around the town square to meet the locals.
Included Activities:
- Opuzen - Neretva river photo safari boat tour
- Riverside Restaurant Dinner
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
It’s an early start this morning as you make your way to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina by minibus. Take a tour with a local guide, visiting a coffee shop where you will see how the Bosnian coffee is made followed by a tasting of it. Afterwards enjoy some free time to explore the town and have lunch at your leisure. Return to the ship in the early afternoon and set sail for Trpanj. On arrival, visit the Matusko winery for a wine tasting and enjoy the beautiful grounds of the vineyards. Return to the ship to enjoy a four-course dinner with the captain and your travelling companions onboard. Overnight in Trpanji
Included Activities:
- Trpanj - Matusko winery visit and tasting
- Mostar - Guided Tour with Coffee Experience
Optional Activities:
- Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque (6 BAM)
- Mostar - War Photo Exhibition (6 BAM)
- Mostar - Old Bridge Museum (10 BAM)
- Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret (15 BAM)
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast on board, enjoy a mid-morning swim stop in beautiful clear turquoise waters of Loviste in the Peljesac peninsula. Return to the ship and set sail for Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo, with lunch on the way. This afternoon, join your leader for an orientation tour of the town. This evening you’ll be spoiled for choice with many restaurants overlooking the waterfront – ask your leader for their recommendations. Overnight in the port of Korcula.
Included Activities:
- Korcula orientation walk
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
Leave early this morning and cruise to Dubrovnik, stopping mid-morning for a swim near the island of Jakljan. Take your lunch on board before arriving in Dubrovnik in the early afternoon where you’ll join a local guide to explore this beautiful walled city. This evening enjoy a final dinner on board the Aurora.
Included Activities:
- Dubrovnik - Local Guide
Accommodation:
- M/S Aurora (Number of Nights: 1)
Your small ship adventure cruise along the Dalmatian coast ends after breakfast.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Stacia - Traveled, September 2023
This trip was even better than I could have imagined! Our trip leaders, Ziggy and Petar, were very knowledgeable and super helpful. We only had to unpack once and got to see beautiful places, eat wonderful food, meet new friends, and frolic in the sea! I thought the trip was well balanced between some more physical days, with more chill days, which was great. This was an amazing vacation, and I was telling people back home "you have to do this trip" before we even got home! This was our first trip with Intrepid, and I am already looking for our next one!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Camille - Traveled, August 2023
A fabulous way to experience Croatia . An exceptional guide who went above & beyond any expectation and made our travels unforgettable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/06/2023
Susan - Traveled, August 2023
This trip was so enjoyable and unique that I can't wait to take another Intrepid trip! Do to the small number of people on the ship and exciting opportunities to really get to know the other guests, it felt like being on a yacht with 35 of your friends! Really enjoyed Zigi, our tour guide, and believe that he really made this trip amazing! He is an extremely intelligent, charismatic, and accommodating person who brings out the charm in the places we visited. Intrepid is lucky to have him as he represents the company extremely well!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/05/2023
MARGARET - Traveled, August 2023
Overall a fantastic cruise and an amazing way to see Croatia. Highly recommend this trip and huge thanks to zigi and the crew!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/19/2023
Frederic - Traveled, August 2023
Wonderful cruise. Our group leader Ziggy was incredible and the entire staff was outstanding. The ship was beautiful and our cabin was plenty spacious. The food was great and the tours gave us a nice understanding of Croatia.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/06/2023
David - Traveled, August 2023
We were first time intrepid travelers and this trip exceeded all expectations. Croatia is a jewel and ziggy was a fantastic leader. The people on the trip with us made it extra special. We were sad to leave.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/06/2023
Julianna - Traveled, August 2023
This trip was absolutely the best. It by far exceeded all of my expectations. The country was breathtaking. I left feeling refreshed, fulfilled, and knowledgeable. I did and saw everything I desired to see and more while learning so much along the way.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/22/2023
Judith - Traveled, July 2023
The Croatian Coastal Cruising trip is a mixture of relaxation adventure culture and fine food plenty of memorable activities and friendships
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/13/2023
Nolan - Traveled, September 2023
This trip was a fun, enjoyable, memorable experience. Korcula and Stari Grad were our favourites places to visit along with the swim stops. Split and Dubrovnik were great pillars to start and end at. Border crossings in/out of Bosnia were too long but out of Intrepids control. It would be great to feature more "culture" within the cuisine and drinks offered on the boat, maybe a feature dish/drink every other meal. Aurora was a great vessel to be on with approximately 40 people on board including the crew. Asking guests to wear name tags for the first couple lunches/dinners/meals may help everyone learn each other's names faster.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/20/2023
Daniel - Traveled, September 2023
Beautiful Croatia exceeded my expectations. The magical swim stops, enthusiastic leaders and crew, awesome boat all made for a wonderful trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/18/2023
Andrew - Traveled, July 2023
Can not recommend the sail week through intrepid enough a good mix of age groups, comfortable boat and amazing crew and leaders
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/10/2023
Hugh - Traveled, August 2023
My wife and I had a truly memorable boat trip down the Croatian coast led by two lovely and knowledgeable local tour leaders. The small group had a mix of ages and genders. The trip was relaxing and allowed unique on-shore trips to local (less visited) places and communities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/10/2023
Meridee - Traveled, July 2023
This tour benefited from wonderful, warm, well informed and engaging tour guides, excellent meals (including vegan) and a relaxed and interesting itinerary. The tour included connecting with some locals in less travelled locations. The boat was very comfortable and it felt good to be part of a group of only 30 guests. Swimming iff the boat most days was a highlight. We had perfect weather.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2023
Christine - Traveled, July 2023
Croatia was a little surprise packet. Filled with medieval towns with cobbled streets and heaps of history. The cruise is small and very comfortable. Food is local and more than enough on board. Nice idea to eat at different locations to experience the locals and pass the love around.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/19/2023
Allison - Traveled, July 2023
The only way to experience Croatia. You truly appreciate the landscape and beauty from the sea. This tour was worth every penny. There was enough planned time and free time to accommodate any traveler. I do this trip again in a heartbeat.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/28/2023
Christine and Steve - Traveled, July 2023
It was fantastic trip. The staff were wonderful and took us to some amazing places. It was a good combination of free time, down time and adventure
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2023
Karen - Traveled, June 2023
This boat trip was excellent, very relaxing but had heaps of activities to do. The tours off the boat were also excellent. The upper deck was the place to be and you could move from sun to shade. Having the hot tube was great. Food also was great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/31/2023
Sarah - Traveled, June 2023
Fantastic trip, lots to do, but with enough free time to enjoy the scenery and local lifestyle, excellent guides and other passengers were a delight.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/22/2023
Chris - Traveled, June 2023
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/12/2023
Alyssa - Traveled, June 2023
We had an incredible week celebrating our honeymoon, experiencing what Croatia has to offer. Our guide and the crew were passionate about their country and their jobs. They were knowledgable, hospitable and we thoroughly enjoyed their company. The room and board, excursions, swim stops and Croatia on a whole exceeded our expectations. We would certainly recommend this to anyone, regardless of their age. The trip is the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/05/2023
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