Adriatic Cruise from Dubrovnik to Split on Mama Marija II on board Mama Marija II

Program info

The gorgeous islands, pristine beaches, quiet harbors, and beautiful towns of Dalmatia open up before you as you cruise along the Adriatic coast.

Day 1 • DUBROVNIK
The M/S Mama Marija II will be docked in the main Dubrovnik harbour called Gruž and the cabins will be at your disposal starting from 1:00 PM. Please feel free to leave your luggage on board in case of your earlier arrival. Meet your fellow passengers, the Captain and our friendly crew over welcome: reception followed by dinner at 7:30 PM. Dinner meals will be also served to the guests arriving with late evening flights. Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.
Meals on board: Dinner

Day 2 • DUBROVNIK - ŠIPAN ISLAND OR SLANO
After breakfast, our English-speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. We’ll visit the historical centre of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After the city tour, you’ll be left on your own to explore around, visit City Walls or take a scenic cable car to the top of Mount Srđ with its stunning 360° vista. On this day, we’ll not have lunch on board, so you can spend more time in Dubrovnik and see why this city was deservedly nicknamed Pearl of the
Adriatic.
The return coach transfer is scheduled between 3 pm and 4 pm (time to be confirmed on the spot). Then we’ll sail out for the Island of Šipan where we’ll anchor in a picturesque and peaceful fishermen’s village of Šipanska Luka. In case dock and lock schedules or weather conditions prevent us from anchoring in Šipanska Luka we’ll cruise to Slano, located on the mainland. This night we’ll have dinner on board. Overnight stay in Šipanska Luka or Slano.
Meals on board: Breakfast, dinner

Day 3 • ŠIPAN (SLANO) - POMENA - KORČULA
Our day starts with a morning departure towards Mljet National Park. When we arrive there, you’ll have just enough time to explore the park, walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit the Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery from the 12th century and, of course, take a swim in the heart of National Park. Entrance fee to Mljet National Park is included. With lunch served on board, we’ll sail for the Island of Korčula, arriving there in the afternoon. Town of Korčula is the island’s main settlement and is known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, one of the world’s most famous explorers of all times. Our English speaking guide will take you for a tour of Korčula Town, through its narrow and cobbled streets and its rich history. You’ll have the rest of the evening free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight stay in Korčula.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch

Day 4 • KORČULA - VIS ISLAND
In the morning we’ll cruise to the Island of Vis, with lunch on board and a swim stops en route. Arrival to Vis is scheduled for the afternoon. Compared to other Adriatic islands, Vis is rather unique. Being an important strategic military stronghold for centuries, Vis was spared the
excessive tourist development and thus retained its unspoiled beaches, ecological agriculture, and traditional architecture. Enjoy afternoon, exploring the town of Vis, its picturesque stone streets, pristine beaches, and fine taverns. Overnight stay in Vis town.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch

Day 5 • VIS - BIŠEVO ISLAND (BLUE CAVE) - HVAR
Today we’ll cruise to the Island of Biševo and its Blue cave, one of the most famous natural attractions in the whole of the Adriatic Sea. Blue Cave is a water-logged cave that can be approached only by boat. Sunbeams penetrating through its submarine opening get reflected from the white bottom floor, creating a magical effect of deep aquamarine and shiny silver light, mystifying Cave’s visitors. However, sometimes high waves prevent the entrance to Blue Cave, which is something we shall not know before the time designated for our visit.
In case we can’t enter Blue Cave due to such sea conditions, you will get a full ticket refund. After a swim stop and lunch, we’ll continue cruising along many coves and bays, towards Hvar, the sunniest Croatian island. Hvar is one of the country’s most attractive tourist destinations and a meeting point of international jet setters. Upon our arrival to Hvar, a local English speaking guide will walk you through this unique city, introducing you to its millennia-long history, culture and a way of life, along with a few island’s peculiarities, such as the traditional farming of lavender. Afterwards, you’ll have an evening on your own to explore and dine in one of numerous family-owned restaurants and taverns. Overnight stay in Hvar.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch

Day 6 • HVAR - BOL - TROGIR
In the morning we’ll cruise towards Bol, a place best known for its beach of Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), which regularly hits the top lists of the most beautiful European beaches. Once we stop in Bol, you can enjoy simple pleasures such as taking a walk around this nice little Dalmatian town, perhaps having a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served on board. After lunch, we’ll continue cruising towards Trogir, another city inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, arriving there during the afternoon. This town – museum is literally packed with palaces, churches, monasteries, and towers, the main attraction being the Cathedral of St. Lawrence, probably the finest example of sacral architecture in Croatia.
A professional English speaking guide will take us for a city tour of Trogir. Afterwards, you’ll have some time on your own, free to explore. On this evening we’ll have Captain’s Dinner on board, along with some live music entertainment. Overnight stay in Trogir.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch and Captain`s dinner

Day 7 • TROGIR - SPLIT
In the morning we’ll sail out for Split, our last port on this cruise, with a swim stop along the way. After lunch, our English speaking guide will do an afternoon Split City tour, walking us through the world-famous Diocletian’s Palace. Split is the second-largest urban centre in Croatia and the seat of the Split-Dalmatia County. Over 1700 years old, Split abounds with cultural and historical sights, lots of them situated within the Split’s historical nucleus which has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List ever since 1979. After the city tour, you’ll be left on your own to explore this lively and bustling Mediterranean city and to enjoy an intimate farewell dinner on your own. Overnight stay in Split.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch

Day 8 • SPLIT
Breakfast and disembarkation by 9:00 AM. It is time to say farewell to all your new friends, but only for a while.
Meals on board: Breakfast

Other notices

RATES INCLUDE:
• Accommodation in a chosen cabin category on 7 night /8 day cruise with ship’s facilities at your disposal
• English speaking cruise manager on board
• Service of 7 crew members
• Complimentary fresh fruit available daily
• Welcome reception and welcome dinner with three courses
• Buffet breakfast daily and 6 lunches with three courses
• Captain`s dinner with live entertainment
• Tea/coffee machine at disposal all day
• Water dispenser
• English speaking guides for city tours of Split, Trogir, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik (transfers to/from the ship included)
• Entry fees for Biševo Blue cave
• Entry fee for Mljet National park
• Wireless headset system for sightseeing (City Tours)
• Change of towels changed every second day, change of linen in the middle of the week
• Beach towel
• Daily cabin cleaning service
• Free unlimited Wi-Fi on board
• CCTV Security Cameras on board
• Usage of the rooftop whirlpool on the sundeck
• Credit card payment facilities

RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:
• Drinks/ beverages from the ship’s bar
• Transfer from and/or to the ship (organized on request)
• Pre/post-cruise accommodation ( organized on request )
• Taxes and fees, € 50,00 per person to be paid on board in cash
• Tips or any other items of personal nature

RESERVATION AND BOOKING:
Bookings are on request and need to be confirmed. A reservation deposit of EUR 400,00 per person is required within 5 days from the date of our written confirmation and the balance payment is to be paid 60 days before arrival. The deposit is non-refundable.

FINAL PAYMENT:
Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATION FEES:
* up to 60 days prior to the cruise commencement - loss of deposit
59 - 0 days prior to the cruise commencement - 100 % of the cruise rate

ITINERARY DEVIATIONS:/b>
Every effort will be made to adhere to the scheduled itinerary; however, due to schedule changes beyond the organizer’s control, we reserve the right, without prior notice, to change routing or alter shore excursions.
* We reserve the right to change the vessel provider in case of the contracted services are not supplied according to the previously agreed standards.

NOTES:
In some ports of call, the ship may be moored sideways to other boats. Passengers would need to walk through another boat to reach the pier. Assistance will be provided to passengers with walking difficulties. All the swim breaks are weather permitting.