All of our arrangements have been specially designed to incorporate a reason to travel and, for ease of choice, these have been categorised under the titles shown below.
7 nights from
£2375
On a private Jules Verne cruise aboard the elegant MV Admiral, your journey into Croatia’s cultural heritage and natural beauty combines coast with country, and four UNESCO World Heritage sites with three unique national parks. The tour begins in vibrant Split, the first of its UNESCO sites, where modern life is lived within ancient architecture, and seafront strolling grounds are studded with palm trees. A short sail north of here, the first port of call is the tiny island of Trogir, the labyrinthine lanes of its old town linked by bridge to the mainland. Krka is the first of the national parks, spreading east from the shore to the mountains in a medley of monasteries, gorges and waterfalls. Following on its heels, in sharp contrast, Kornati National Park is a magical marine environment of reefs and islets, cliffs and grottoes, starkly white against the blue of the sea; while Plitvice Lakes, a National Park with UNESCO status, has canyons, karst rocks, and cascades from sixteen lakes. Punctuating this perfect trio are visits to Sibenik, its 16th century cathedral the jewel in its Old Town crown; to Etno Selo for wine-tasting; and to Zadar’s myriad monuments – ancient, medieval, and modern.
Enjoy a ‘Klapa’ performance in a 16th-century Palace in Zadar. Klapa music is a form of traditional acappella singing. The word ‘Klapa’ translates as “a group of friends” and traces its roots to littoral church singing with general themes to celebrate love, wine, the country and sea.
Groups are divided for sightseeing. The cruise vessel takes 39 guests.
At some mooring points you may need to walk through vessels anchored alongside to go ashore.
Most excursions are on foot including some with uneven surfaces and inclines.
The vessel is only accessible from 15.00hrs on embarkation until 9.00hrs on disembarkation. Before or after secure luggage storage is included at the port with pre-arranged transfers.
The programme may be altered due to navigational factors with locks, water levels or congestion at certain sites.
The Croatian based company Katarina Line operate the MV Admiral. This 141 ft. motor vessel, built in 2015, over three decks offers a maximum capacity of 39 passengers and has a small and attentive local crew.
Breakfast is buffet with a variety of hot and cold dishes, lunch and dinners of local produce feature Croatian and Mediterranean specialities are served with the occasional buffet.
The vessel has an intimate yet spacious feel, elegantly decorated in a contemporary style. Sun deck with tables, chairs, sunbeds and a hot tub, bar and WiFi (free). 20 air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, hairdryer, safe and TV.
Eight twin/double cabins (167 sq. ft.) with two portholes on the Lower Deck.
Five twin/double cabins Cat. A (150 sq. ft.) with one window.
Five twin/double cabins Cat. B (161 sq. ft.) with two windows.
One single cabin (102 sq. ft.) with one window on the Main Deck.
One double cabin (134 sq. ft.) with one window on the Upper Deck.
Extend your stay in Dubrovnik, encircled by medieval city walls, filled with terracotta-tiled houses, and focused on the lively and lovely Stradun plaza, paved in pale limestone. Stay at the stylish 4-star Hotel Lero Lapad close to Bellevue Beach Breakfast daily.
Note:This extension involves carrying luggage on and off a ferry.
Air travel and taxes, all port charges, transfers, 7-night cruise, breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 5 dinners, excursions, Jules Verne Representative, local expert guides and representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
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The Coast of Explorers & Emperors
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