Croatian Island Hopping

Tour Itinerary

• Day 1 • Fly to Split and transfer to Trogir

  You’ll touch down at Split airport, Croatia’s second-largest city, and be transferred to Trogir port. From here, you’ll board your home on the water for the next few nights, the MS Adriatica. Compact and ideal for traversing the country’s idyllic coastline, these vessels of 18 well-equipped and comfortable cabins encompasses a modern and elegant design with three decks, a restaurant, and a bar. Settle into your cabin and join the other travellers for a welcome reception in the evening, followed by dinner.

• Day 2 • Cruise to Bol on Brac and Hvar

  After breakfast on board, sail to Bol on Brač to visit the famous Zlatni Rat, a white-pebble beach shaped by winds and currents where you may swim before lunch on deck. The cruise then continues to Hvar for a guided walk through the old town, including St Stephen’s Square, Hvar Cathedral, and the historic Hvar Public Theatre, with views from Fortica Fortress across the Pakleni Islands, before enjoying a free evening to experience the island’s lively restaurants and bars.

• Day 3 • Cruise to Mljet National Park

  During breakfast, you can sit back and relax as the vessel ventures north to the island of Mljet, where the expansive Mljet National Park can be found. Made up of five types of forests and featuring two deep interconnected salt lakes, Veliko Jezero (Great Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake), this is a natural haven for wildlife and several bird species. Your cruise manager will take you into the heart of the park along the scenic trails to these two salt lakes, pointing out St. Mary’s Island, with its Benedictine monastery and church. You can also choose to rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to do some sightseeing of your own. The 3,000-year-old Odysseus Cave is worth checking out because of its connection to Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey – it’s believed to be the cave where Odysseus sought shelter. Relax aboard the vessel this evening.

• Day 4 • Cruise to Dubrovnik

  After breakfast, sail to Dubrovnik, the UNESCO-listed ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. A guided tour explores the old town, including Stradun, Sponza Palace, and St Blaise’s Church, with options to visit the Franciscan Monastery (home to Europe’s second-oldest pharmacy) and Rector’s Palace. Afterwards, explore at leisure—walk the city walls, relax in cafés, take a boat to Lokrum Island, or ride the cable car up Mount Srđ for sweeping views—before choosing a restaurant for dinner while the ship remains docked overnight.

• Day 5 • Cruise to Korcula with an included walking tour and wine tasting

  After an early sail to Korčula, enjoy breakfast and possibly a swim in a nearby bay before lunch on deck and docking at the island’s medieval walled town. A guided walk explores the narrow streets of Korčula, traditionally known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, visiting highlights such as St. Mark's Cathedral, Marco Polo House, and Gabrielis Palace. You’ll also sample local wines, including Pošip, before enjoying a free evening to stroll the town walls, watch the sunset over the Adriatic, or dine on fresh seafood at an open-air restaurant.

• Day 6 • Cruise to Pucisca on Brac with optional visit to stonemason school and Captain's dinner

  After breakfast and a swim in a cove on Brač, sail to the port town of Pučišća, known for its striking white limestone buildings. The island’s famous Brač stone has been used in major landmarks including the White House. You may choose an optional visit to the Pučišća Stonemasonry School to see traditional stone-cutting techniques before returning to the ship for drinks and a special Captain’s dinner with fellow travellers.

• Day 7 • Cruise to Split and overnight in Trogir

  After breakfast and a swim stop, sail to Split for a walking tour of the old town, including the UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace, Peristyle Square, and Cathedral of Saint Domnius, originally built as Emperor Diocletian’s mausoleum. Later, continue to Trogir, another UNESCO-listed town known for its medieval architecture, where you can explore landmarks like Cathedral of St. Lawrence, Kamerlengo Fortress, and Cipiko Palace before spending your final evening along the lively Riva waterfront with dinner and sunset views over the Adriatic.

• Day 8 • Fly home to the UK

  You’ll depart the vessel after a final breakfast this morning and be transferred to Split airport for your flight home.