Program info
Switch on your rest mode, chill and relax during scenic sailing on supreme return cruise from Split aboard the ship Equator.
Day 1 • SPLIT
You will be transferred from Split’s airport or your Split hotel to harbour, where embarkation begins at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before attending a Welcome Reception followed by dinner this evening.
Meals on board: Dinner
Day 2 • SPLIT - BOL - JELSA
Morning sail towards Bol on Brač Island, you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Mediterranean – “Zlatni Rat” (the Golden Horn), which is constantly changing direction due to the ocean currents with optional swim if weather permits. Return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Jelsa on the island of Hvar. One of the most picturesque towns on the island of Hvar; Jelsa is nestled in amongst hills dense with pine woods. The town quay extends all the way around the harbour with numerous laid moorings. Walk around the town to see old stone streets, squares, churches, and parks. Enjoy a coffee in the main square and soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere of this bustling town. Your evening is free to explore Jelsa on your own.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch
Day 3 • JELSA - KORČULA
Early in the morning, we set sail for the island of Korčula, with a swimming stop, if weather permits, in one of the pristine bays, time to relax and lunch on board. Continue towards Korčula, the most preserved medieval town thought to be the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history, and enjoy wine tasting in one of the local wine bars. The evening is free to explore the town on your own.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch, and tasting
Day 4 • KORČULA -DUBROVNIK
In the morning sail to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will enjoy a guided tour of the magnificent Old Town with a panoramic bus ride above the Old Town. You will visit the Franciscan Monastery with Europe’s second-oldest pharmacy, the Rector’s Palace, and the Cathedral. You will have free time during the rest of the day to explore the Old town, take the Cable car to Srđ Mountain, or a boat ride to Lokrum island. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch
Day 5 • DUBROVNIK - MLJET
In the morning head further north to the Island of Mljet. Mljet National Park encompasses five types of forest, many species of birds, and two deep lakes, Veliko Jezero (Big Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake). Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Alternatively, you can rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to explore the National Park or island on your own. Tonight, enjoy Captain’s dinner on board.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch, and Captain`s dinner
Day 6 • MLJET -HVAR
Take a break for a swim during your morning cruise. Continue sailing through lunch, arriving this afternoon in Hvar, a favorite holiday destination for international celebrities, but it’s also a charming seaside town with 8 centuries of architecture. On a walking tour visit the old town with the picturesque little streets and the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare’s theatre in the UK), the Franciscan Monastery, and much more. Your evening is free in Hvar. You can explore more and dine on your own at one of the many restaurants in town.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch
Day 7 • HVAR - SPLIT
Next, we head to our final port Split with a stop along the way to swim, cool off, and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon, we arrive in Split to take a walking tour of the historic inner city which takes us to the Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. Your evening is free in Split.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch
Day 8 • SPLIT
After breakfast, it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to Split airport or your Split hotel.