Supreme one way Split to Dubrovnik with Lastovo on M/S Arca on board Arca

Program info

Switch on your rest mode, chill and relax during scenic sailing on supreme return cruise from Split aboard the ship Arca.

Day 1 • SPLIT
You will be transferred from Split Airport to the port. Embarkation begins at 14:00h. Get settled in your cabin before going on a walking tour of Split around 18:00h and visit the seafront promenade and Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. After returning to ship enjoy a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Meals on board: Dinner

Day 2 • SPLIT - VIS ISLAND
In the morning set sail to Vis. Cruise towards the island of Vis once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it interesting to visit. Since the independence of Croatia, the island began opening slowly to the outside world. Some of Europe's largest and greatest naval battles had happened in Vis. Vis Island holds many historic secrets and we will explore Vis history by military Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in one of the harbors on the island of Vis.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3 • VIS ISLAND - BIŠEVO - HVAR ISLAND
Leaving Vis in the morning and sailing towards Biševo island to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon on the islet Biševo just in front of the town of Komiža. The possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions; however,
you will be notified of this on time. Afterward, continue to the island of Hvar, take a swim break, and continue sailing through lunch, arriving at the island of Hvar this afternoon after disembarking you will be able to explore the city on your own and see many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square see many historical sights of the town, such as St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the Arsenal with the theatre built on its first floor, the first municipal theatre in Europe.
Above Hvar Town is the impressive fortress Fortica offering magnificent views over the bay and Pakleni islands. Overnight in Hvar or Stari Grad.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4 • HVAR ISLAND - LASTOVO
Take a break for a swim during your morning cruise. Continue sailing through lunch, arriving this afternoon in Lastovo, an island known for its Venetian architecture from the 15th and 16th centuries. The island of Lastovo and the Lastovo
archipelago, which includes 46 islands, islets, rocks, and reefs, is a nature park in Croatia where the sea is crystal clear and the sky is full of stars that shine like the most beautiful evening gown. We dock in the port of Ubli where you can enjoy
your free time and explore the beauty of the island. From there, a local taxi can take you to the town of Lastovo, where you can visit a local winery and taste some of the indigenous varieties of wine on your own. Overnight in Lastovo.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 5 • LASTOVO - 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. We will spend the night here. Take a walking tour of Korčula which takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets full of history. The evening is free to explore the town on your own.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 6 • KORČULA - MLJET National Park - SLANO (Oyster Tasting),
In the morning head further south to the Island of Mljet. 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. Lunch on board and departure for a small village called Slano on the mainland. Slano is a peaceful fishermen’s village, and the starting point to Ston, situated on the Pelješac peninsula, a fortified small village famous for its oysters.
Pelješac peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. After exploring the town, we leave for a small nearby village to enjoy the authentic local oyster tasting. Tonight, enjoy Captain’s dinner and overnight in Slano.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch, tasting and Captain dinner

Day 7 • SLANO - DUBROVNIK
Early morning cruise to Elaphiti islands with a swim stop on one of the secluded bays. Continue sail to Dubrovnik, and, before we moor at port, we cruise alongside the old city walls. After docking, join a guided tour at the historical center of
Dubrovnik, walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site. Your guide will show you the most interesting sights of the Old Town and visit the Franciscan.
Monastery with its Pharmacy. After city tour, you will be on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls, the Franciscan Monastery with Europe's second oldest pharmacy, the Rector's Palace, and the Cathedral, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ.
Overnight in Dubrovnik
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 8 • DUBROVNIK
After breakfast, it’s time to disembark. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik Airport.

Other notices

RATES INCLUDE:
• 7-night cruise in a selected cabin with a private ensuite
• Arrival shared transfer* from Split airport to port on the first day of the program
• Departure shared transfer* from port to Dubrovnik airport on the last day of the program
• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches with three courses and salad bar
• Welcome dinner and Captain's dinner with live music
• Local tour guides for the walking tours of Split, Korčula and Dubrovnik
• Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy and Diocletian’s Palace
• Entrance to Mljet National Park accompanied by Cruise Manager
• Military Tour in Vis
• Oyster tasting in Ston
• Water dispenser
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily
• Professional cruise manager
• Whisper technology enhanced touring
• Change of towels and bed linen in the middle of the week
• One beach towel per person per week
• Daily cabin cleaning service
• Luggage handling
• Free Wi-Fi onboard

RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:
• Drinks/Beverages from the ship’s bar
• Pre/post-cruise accommodation ( available on request )
• Gratuities
• Port fees ( € 60,00 per person per cruise)
• Entrance to Blue Cave to be paid on the spot
• Any other items of a personal nature


RESERVATION AND BOOKING:
Bookings are on request and need to be confirmed. A reservation deposit of 30% 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 before departure.

CANCELLATION FEES:
* up to 60 days before the cruise commencement - loss of deposit
59 - 0 days before 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 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.