Wellness in the Croatian Islands

Transfer from Dubrovnik International Airport to Gruž harbor where you will be welcomed by your cruise
representative. Cruise check-in begins at 1:00 PM. If your flight arrives earlier, you can spend some time
exploring the beautiful city of Dubrovnik on your own until check-in. Following an afternoon of leisure,
return to the ship for a welcome dinner and reception and stay overnight in Dubrovnik.

After breakfast, your local guide and coach will come to the pier and take you to the historical center of
Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guide will show you the most
interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After the city tour, you’ll have free time to explore and enjoy this city,
known around the world as The Pearl of Adriatic.
In the early afternoon, transfer back to the ship where lunch will be served on board en route to Slano.
Arrive in Slano, a small town indented into a milelong bay. From here we'll start our culinary adventure
toward Ston, the gastronomic center of the county. The town with the longest walls in Europe is situated
near Dubrovnik and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery and picturesque city architecture. Once there,
you will visit the oyster farm in Ston where you will learn how oysters and mussels are cultivated
followed by a rustic oyster and mussel tasting with local wine under the ship’s awning.
Overnight will be spent in Slano.

Early in the morning we will depart for a swim stop. After lunch on board, we continue to Mljet Island.
Upon arrival, each traveler will be provided with a bicycle, and you’ll be free to venture through Mljet
National Park. Explore the Great and Small Lake, visit The Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine
Monastery or maybe take a swim in the heart of this pristine National Park. Spend the evening with the
crew over the captain’s dinner on board.

Today we continue our cruise toward the Island of Korčula, where we arrive in the afternoon, docking in
the Town of Korčula. This historic town is known as the birthplace of Marko Polo, one of the most famous
world explorers of all time.
Our local guide will take you on a Korčula city tour through the town’s charming narrow and cobbled
streets. You’ll have the rest of the evening free to enjoy dinner on your own at a local restaurant.

In the morning, we’ll continue our cruise to the Island of Vis, with a swim stop en route. Due to its
strategic location on the open sea, Vis served as a military zone for a long time and was consequently
spared of the usual tourist development. Beautiful beaches, ecological agriculture and preserved
traditional architecture make up the advantages of this remarkable Croatian island. You will have the
afternoon and evening free to enjoy the island’s unspoiled nature.

We start our day with a morning cruise towards Island of Biševo and its Blue Cave. Originally, the
entrance to Blue Cave was located below sea level, which required visitors to dive deeply to explore the
cave’s mysterious blue depths. Sunbeams penetrating through the cave’s submarine opening get
reflected from the white bottom floor, coloring the cave aquamarine and objects in the water silver,
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creating a truly stunning and magical natural phenomenon. At times, high waves prevent the entrance to
Blue Cave, which is something we will not know until the morning before our visit.
After a swim stop and lunch, we'll continue cruising along many idyllic coves and bays towards Hvar,
the sunniest Croatian island. Hvar is one of the most popular and attractive Croatian destinations. Upon
our afternoon arrival you will have time to explore on your own and take in the island’s rich history and
culture. Take a walk up to the castle or maybe dine in one of its numerous family-owned restaurants or
taverns.

We'll start our day with a morning departure towards Bol. Bol is famous for having one of the finest
European beaches, Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape). Take some time to 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’ll continue
cruising towards Split, with refreshing swimming stops en route.
Today, we'll sail on toward Split, our last stop. Our local guide will lead an afternoon city tour and show
you through the historical Diocletian’s Palace. The second largest urban center in Croatia and the seat of
the Split- Dalmatia County, Split boasts 1700 years of history. After touring the city, you will be on your
own to explore Split and have an intimate farewell dinner on your own.

After breakfast, collect your belongings to disembark. You will transfer to Split International Airport
and board your flight home.