Cruise from Split to Dubrovnik with Summer

M/S SUMMER will be docked in Split harbor where you can board during the whole day. Join the welcome meeting at 7:00 pm where our cruise director will introduce you to the captain, crew and your future fellow passengers, with whom you will spend a week on board. Welcome dinner will be served at 7:30 pm The embarkation will be available throughout the day. Passengers arriving in the morning can not enter their cabins before 1:00 pm However, they can leave their luggage on board. Captain will wait for all the passengers arriving late at night and these guests will be provided with a dinner. Overnight in Split.

Our English speaking guide will take the morning to Split City tour and walk through the historic Diocletian's Palace. The second largest city center in Croatia and the seat of the Split-Dalmatia County, Split has 1700 years of age history. Since 1979 the historical center of Split has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. City's Historical and Cultural Buildings are located within the walls of the Diocletian's Palace. At 12:00 we will start our cruise to Omiš. An ancient town with city walls, fortresses and stone churches, Omiš is located at the delta of the Cetina River with its beautiful beaches. For centuries, Omiš was for a stronghold of famous pirates, a symbol of retaliation, courage and strength in the long historical struggle against The Republic of Venice. Lunch will be served on board while we continue our cruise across the Brac Channel, all the way to Pučišća, the largest village on the island of Brač. Nowhere in the system of towns and villages in Dalmatia does the terrain play such a compelling role as in Pučišća. Its spectacular irregularity of the steep-sided natural harbor, authentic Mediterranean architecture and rustic ambience are simply unforgettable. The fjord-like inlet of Pučišća meets three narrow valleys that descend from the hills, joining the bay's quiet and beautiful waters. Pucisca quarry was exploited by Romans in the Antiquity, after which it was abandoned until the reopening in 1455. Stone from Pučišća quarry was used to build limestone columns of the White House in Washington DC, Vienna Parliament and many other famous buildings around the world. Pučišća is also home to the only Croatian Stonemasonry school. Its students carve sculptures from the Brac limestone, applying traditional and unconventional tools that have been used here for centuries. We will spend a night in this very quiet town. Enjoy the nightfall, as it unifies the distinctive features of Pučišća that have intrigued us so much in daylight. Overnight in Pučišća.

We will start our day with a morning departure towards Bol known for having one of the finest European beaches, called Golden Cape. As we stop in Bol, you can relax in this charming Dalmatian town. Have a walk, a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served on board. After lunch we will continue to cruise along many idyllic coves and bays to Hvar, the most sunny Croatian island. Hvar is one of the most popular and attractive Croatian tourist destinations and a meeting point of the international jet set. Upon your evening arrival in Hvar, local English speaking guide will walk you through the town, introducing you to the island's way of life, its rich history and culture. you'll learn how lavender was traditionally farmed on Hvar, for many centuries. Afterwards, you will be free to enjoy your evening in Hvar, to explore and dine in one of its numerous family owned restaurants or taverns. Overnight in Hvar Historical Town.

We will start our day with a morning cruise to Island of Biševo and its Blue Cave. Originally, the entrance to Blue Cave was located below sea level, which required visitors to dive deeply in order to resurface into the cave's mysterious blue depths. Sunbeams penetrating through the cave's submarine opening is reflected from the white bottom floor, coloring the cave aquamarine and objects in the water, creating a truly stunning and magical natural phenomenon. However, sometimes high waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something we will not know before the morning appointed for our visit. For this reason, entrance fees are paid on the spot - if we're all lucky enough to visit the cave! Afterwards we will dock in Vis and have lunch. Vis is truly unique in comparison with other Adriatic islands. Due to its strategic location on the open sea it served as a military zone for a long time, for which reason it was untouched by the usual tourist development. Beautiful beaches, unspoiled nature, ecological agriculture and preserved traditional architecture make up the advantages of this unique Croatian island. You will have evening in Vis, to explore and dine in one of its family run taverns. Overnight in Vis Town.

Optional afternoon Vis Island Tour Excursion We start our tour of Vis, our coach will follow the old road, rises above the town and overlooks the bay. We stop on hill to see fertile fields, the largest freshwater surface on the island, named Lokva, and a former allied airport from WWII. After that we descend to the fields and drive through vineyards and olive groves, and then we descend we down to Komiža where we are greeted by a local guide and taken on a tour of a beautiful town boasting the longest fishing tradition on East Adriatic. After relaxed time in Komiža we will go to one local farm to have traditional dinner and taste of the owner's vine and local products. Return to a boat for overnight. Price per person is 50,00 EUR and it includes English speaking guide, return transfer, winetasting and dinner at the local farmhouse. Reservations and payment on the spot, minimum 10 pax.

We'll start our day with a morning departure towards the Island of Korčula, with a swim stop and lunch on the route. and the afternoon, we will arrive at the Korčula Town, on the Island of Korcula. This town is known as a birthplace of Marko Polo, one of the world's most famous explorers of all times. Our English speaking guide will take you to Korčula City tour and walk us through Korčula's charming narrow and cobbled streets. You'll have the rest of the evening free, that Enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight in Korcula Historical Town.

After breakfast we will cruise to National Park Mljet, passing by the magnificent shorelines of Korčula islands archipelago, with a swim stop and lunch on the road. Upon arrival to National Park Mljet you will have a free afternoon to explore park (entrance fees are not included), walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery from the 12th century. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the heart of this pristine natural park. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Mljet.

In the morning we will leave for Dubrovnik, along the shores of Mljet and the Elaphite Islands, where we will have a short swim stop and lunch. Upon arrival to Dubrovnik, our own English speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. We will visit the historic center of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as the UNESCO World Heritage Site, where our guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. Following the city tour you will be left on your own to explore Dubrovnik, visit the famous City Walls or Take a cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. Return coach transfer is scheduled in the evening. You can return on your own if you wish so. Learn why Dubrovnik is known around the world as The Pearl of Adriatic. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

After breakfast, the time has come to say farewell to all your new friends.