Adriatic Discovery from Dubrovnik 2027 on board Ban

Program info

Each stop along the way is a discovery itself; jewels and hideaways that make this route a delight in exploration, culture and romance.

Day 1 • DUBROVNIK
Welcome to Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic". Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our representative and they will get you settled aboard your transfer and you'll be on your way to Dubrovnik's Gruž harbour. Once you reach the harbour, you will be able to check in. Cabins will be ready for you from 2 p.m. However, if arriving early, you'll be able to safely deposit your luggage aboard the ship. You are free to enjoy Dubrovnik until the evening, when we will serve the Welcome Dinner aboard the ship and your cruise manager will introduce you to the entire crew.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Meals on board: dinner

Day 2 • DUBROVNIK - SLANO
After breakfast, we will visit the old town of Dubrovnik, where a local guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of the UNESCO protected old town, acquainting you with the most important monuments and hidden spots. After returning to the ship, we set sail for Slano, a picturesque town in a deep cove a few hours sailing to the north of Dubrovnik.
After lunch on board and a swim stop we will arrive in Slano. Upon arrival, we will embark on our gastronomic adventure in Ston, well known for its extensive Medie val walls and long tradition of oyster farming, spanning over two thousand years. A
short boat ride to the oyster farm in the middle of the bay and with a glass of wine in hand we'll be tasting this natural aphrodisiac straight from the sea. Talk about a g ourmet's dream!
We arrive back to Slano later in the afternoon and the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy. Your cruise manager will
be on hand to assist with info about local sights and will have some suggestions for nice dinner spots.
Overnight in Slano.
Meals on board: Breakfast, lunch and tasting

Day 3 • SLANO - MLJET
Early in the morning, we depart for Mljet, one of the most beautiful and the most densely forested islands of the Adriatic. Isolated and untouched, the island is known for its mysticism, olive groves, vineyards, and rich forests. Take in the rich flora and fauna, and peacefully enjoy the pristine beauty of natural surroundings.
After lunch on board and a swim stop along the way, we arrive in the town of Pomena (population: 52!). Upon arrival in Pomena, a visit to a national park encompassing most of the island is planned. The park's highlights are the two saltwater lakes - the Little Lake and the Big Lake with its Benedictine monastery on the Isle of St. Mary. This evening you are invited to the Captain's dinner aboard the ship.
Meals on board: breakfast, lunch and Captain dinner
Overnight in Mljet.

Day 4 •MLJET - KORČULA
We depart for the island of Korčula during breakfast, making sure to stop for a swim in one of the many secluded bays along the way. Lunch will be served on board. In the afternoon we arrive to Korčula, the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Ou r local guide will take you on a unique tour of the old town of Korčula.
You will hear many interesting stories and legends about the city and the life of Marco Polo, the most famous son of Korčula. The casual approach to discovering the history and cultur e of Korčula will surely delight you. In the evening, we suggest you enjoy one of Korčula's many exquisite restaurants. If unsure, you can always get some good tips for dinner or points of interest from your cruise manager.
Meals on board: breakfast and lunch
Overnight in Korčula.

Day 5 • KORČULA - HVAR
n the morning we set sail towards the island of Hvar, with a swim stop on the Paklinski Islands and lunch served on board. After this enchanting experience we continue our journey towards Hvar, the longest island in Croatia, the sunniest in all Europe (2724 hours of sunshine per year) and undeniably among th e most beautiful islands in the world. Upon arrival join the guided tour of Hvar and learn why this amazing town is a must see on the historical map of Croatia. Your evening is free to explore this amazing holiday spot by yourself.
Overnight in Hvar.
Meals on board: breakfast and lunch
*Please note that the port of call can be substituted for Stari Grad because of the limited capacity of Hvar harbour. In that case transfer to and from Hvar will be organized by cruise director.

Day 6 • HVAR - VIS
In the morning we sail towards Vis and Biševo. After breakfast served as we sail, we will stop for our swim along the way to Biševo and the unique natural phenomenon that is the Blue Cave. The Blue Cave is a wonder of the Adriatic Sea and the most attractive sight of the island of Vis, and , after the swim stop and lunch is served on board, you will get to see for yourself why so many people visit it each year. After the visit to the Blue Cave*, we arrive in Vis in the early afternoon.
The island of Vis, formerly a major naval base, was c losed to tourists from 1945 until the breakup of Yugoslavia in the
90's, which helped preserve the authentic appearance of its villages. In the afternoon you will have time to enjoy Vis at your own pace and enjoy everything it has to offer. We suggest a vi sit to the Archaeological Museum, located in the old Austrian fort Gospina batarija (Batteria della Madona) right on the shoreline or just a simple stroll along the seaside promenade as most of the bars and restaurants are located along it so you are sure to find a lovely place to have dinner.
You can always get some good tips for dinner or points of interest from your cruise manager.
Overnight in Vis.
Meals on board: breakfast and lunch,
*Please note that the Blue Cave is only accessible with small boats through an entrance just 1.5m high
so it is unfortunately easily made inaccessible by bad weather and high waves.

Day 7 • VIS - ŠIBENIK
Early in the morning, while breakfast is served, we set sail for Šibenik. Enjoy the beautiful scenery as we spend the morning sailing up the coast towards Šibenik, with arrival to our last swim stop during the morning. Lunch served on board as we sail. Aft er the swim stop, we will proceed to Šibenik, arriving there in the afternoon. In the afternoon you will meet with the local guide for the walking tour of Šibenik, after which the rest of the afternoon is free and enjoy your last evening on board. As is true every day, your cruise manager will be on hand to offer some local knowledge and help you with restaurant suggestions for dinner or bars to enjoy in the evening.
Overnight in Šibenik.
Meals on board: breakfast and lunch

Day 8 • ŠIBENIK
After breakfast and check -out at 9:00, after which we will be getting on a bus to Split with our luggage, arriving to our drop -off point in the port of Split around 11:00 AM, at which point our trip together ends.
Anyone using the complimentary transfer to Split airport will be taken there directly from the ship in Šibenik, with pickup times set by our team based on your outbound flight.

RATES INCLUDE:
• Accommodation in a chosen cabin category on 7 night /8-day cruise with ship’s facilities at your disposal
• Arrival transfer from Dubrovnik airport on day 1 (shared where possible)
• Departure transfer to Split airport on day 8 (shared where possible)
• Bus transfer from Šibenik to Split on day 8 for guests staying on in Split
• Breakfast buffet daily
• 6 lunches with 3 courses
• Welcome reception and dinner on day 1
• Captain`s dinner
• Unlimited drinking water per person daily (water dispenser)
• Daily fresh fruit served in the main lounge
• Professional English-speaking Local Guide for all City tours
• Guided walking tours according to the itinerary (Šibenik, Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik)
• Blue Cave entrance
• Oyster tasting Ston
• One-way bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Dubrovnik for a sightseeing tour
• Professional cruise manager (English-speaking)
• Whisper wireless audio devices for guided tours
• Daily cabin service
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• Luggage handling

RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:
• Drinks/ beverages from the ship’s bar
• Pre/post-cruise accommodation ( organized on request )
• Taxes and fees, € 85,00 per person to be paid on board in cash
• Beach towels hire €7 pp/week
• Mljet National Park entrance fee €30 per person
• Coffee/tea other than at breakfast
• Tips or 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 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:
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.