Adriatic Croatian Cruises 2012  Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik 8 Days/7 Nights
Cruise Croatia and Montenegro on the MV La Belle d'Adriatique

ALL DATES SOLD OUT FOR 2012 (few cabins possible for the 25th of Oct departure)

Departure Dates:  May 17, 24, 31, jun 7, 14, 21, Sep 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18 ,25 2012
 

Cruise the Gorgeous Dalmatian Coast from Dubrovnik on the
 

MV La Belle 'Adriatique

8 Days / 7 Nights 

Explore the natural beauty of the Croatian islands in the Dalmatian archipelago!  On this cruise in Croatia explore the paradise islands of Mljet, Korcula, Vis and Hvar and the Croatian coast.

1st DAY: DUBROVNIK
Welcome on board from 5:00 PM. Settling into your cabin and presentation of the crew followed by a welcome cocktail served in the lounge and dinner on board. Free evening.

2nd DAY: DUBROVNIK
Breakfast on board. In the morning, optional guided tour of the city of Dubrovnik. Nicknamed “the pearl of the Adriatic”, the city is spread out before the sea at the foot of a range of rugged limestone mountains. The ancient city is famous for its ramparts, which date from medieval times, and its numerous pre-Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings. Back to the boat for lunch around 1pm. Free afternoon to enjoy Dubrovnik.  The fortified walls which completely encircle the old town are 2 km long and up to 25 m in height. From the ramparts you will get a very beautiful view over the old town. Back on board for dinner and evening. The ship departs around midnight.
Optional: Dubrovnik City Tour

3rd DAY: MLJET – KORCULA
Breakfast during the cruise. Arrival in Mljet around 9 AM. Optional guided tour. Situated between the island of Korcula and Dubrovnik, this is one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic. During lunch, we cruise to Korcula and arrive around 2 PM. Optional guided tour of the town. Back on board for the evening. Dinner on board, followed by a traditional “sabre dancing” evening.
Optional guided tours; Mljet National park, Korcula Town tour

4th DAY: KORCULA – SIBENIK
Depart early in the morning. We breakfast during the cruise and enjoy a morning sailing through an exceptional landscape. Lunch on board. We will reach Sibenik around 2 PM. Optional guided tour of the town and the Krka falls. During this visit you will discover the cultural heritage as well as the present day life of the oldest Slav settlement in the Adriatic. You will then board your coach which will take you to the beautiful Krka falls. Back on board for dinner and an evening show by the crew.
Optional tours: Sibenik City tour, Krka River National Park

5th DAY: SIBENIK - TROGIR - SPLIT
Depart early in the morning, breakfast on board. Arrival in Trogir around 8 AM. Optional tour of the town. Built on the island it covers, Trogir is a little jewel with narrow labyrinthine street scattered with stairways and vaulted passageways. The town has been classed as a world heritage site by UNESCO. Back on board at the end of the morning and sail along the Dalmatian coast, arriving in Split around 3PM. The second largest city in Croatia, it is the heart of central Dalmatia. Optional tour of the city. Back on board at the end of the day. Dinner on board. Free evening.
Optional guided tours: Trogier Town Tour, Split City tour

6th DAY: SPLIT – VIS – HVAR - 2011 itinerary
Depart early in the morning, breakfast on board. We will reach Vis around 10 AM. The most westerly of the Dalmatian islands and the least known, as it was closed to tourists for a long time, a pearl which really has to be seen: unspoilt landscapes, a rugged coastline sheltering numerous creeks and coves - the most authentic island in the entire Adriatic. Back on board for lunch and departure for Hvar, which we will reach in the afternoon. Optional guided tour of the town. Back on board for the gala dinner. Departure during the night for Kotor.

6th DAY: SPLIT – HVAR ISLAND - VIS ISLAND -  2012 itinerary
Today we will visit Hvar, known as the sunniest island on the Croatian coast. In Hvar, the scent of lavender will follow you everywhere while strolling the streets of this charming town and exploring all its historic monuments, handcraft, souvenir and wine stores and open air cafes.The next island to visit will be an intact and unspoiled Dalmatian pearl called Vis. For many years Vis was unapproachable to tourists and today as the best kept secret it attracts all the sailing lovers and adventure travellers. Explore this blissful retreat before returning to your ship for dinner and a gala evening.
Optional guided tours : Hvar Town Tour


7th DAY: KOTOR – DUBROVNIK
Breakfast during the cruise. Arrival in Kotor during the morning. The Kotor estuary is quite unique: the sea sweeps in for several kilometres, forming a number of calm bays which were once furrowed by a powerful naval force which made some ports extremely wealthy. Kotor is a medieval treasure, based around the 9th century St Tryphon's Cathedral. Optional guided tour of Kotor on foot. Dinner on board. This afternoon we will set sail for Dubrovnik.
Optional tours: Kotor Town Tour

DAY 8 : DUBROVNIK
With a heavy heart we will say farewell to you today after breakfast. Disembarkation is scheduled at 9:00 AM.
 

2012 Price in Euro ($ rate varies depending the exchange)

Services included in the cruise price ;
• Your sailing cruise in the selected cabin category
• Full board from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day
• Complimentary wines, beer, juice and coffee during lunch and dinner
• Welcome cocktail and gala evening
• Port taxes
• Assistance of our hostess on board



Services not included in the cruise price:
• Drinks served in the bar
• Optional shore excursions
• Personal expenses
• Domestic or international airfare
• Transfers to / from the ship
• Cancellation / trip interruption insurance or any other items of personal nature

Transfer prices / Dubrovnik:

Airport to Port or Airport to Hotel: Euro 110 per car up to 3 passengers

Pre and Post cruise hotel prices in Dubrovnik : On request!
 

Ship information - MV La Belle d'Adriatique

SHIP STATISTICS
Flag: France
Nationality of Officers: European
Official Language:English, France
Passenger Capacity: 200
Tonnage: 3,500 GRT
Length: 110 m
Beam: 12,80 m Draught: 3,00 m

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