Divine Adriatic cruise with Lastovo to Venice (11 days) 2025

Program info

Coach tour which includes Plitvice Lakes, Opatija, Postojna, and Venice as Supreme cruise on M/S Adriatica.

Day 1 • DUBROVNIK
You will be transferred from Dubrovnik airport to the port, where embarkation begins at 2 pm. Get settled in your cabin before going on a walking tour of Dubrovnik around 17:00h, the “Pearl of Adriatic”. Walk through Stradun – both a street and a square, the most famous place inside the town walls, enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik and visit the Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy. After returning to ship enjoy a Welcome reception followed by dinner this evening.
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 • DUBROVNIK - SLANO
Early in the morning enjoy the magic scenery as the ship cruises around Dubrovnik's city walls to continue to one of the Elaphiti islands for a swim stop. Afternoon arrival in Slano, a peaceful fishermen’s village and our starting point to Ston, situated on the Peljesac peninsula and once fortified small village famous for its oysters. Peljesac 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. Overnight and Captain’s dinner on board in Slano.
Meals: Breakfast, tasting, and Captain`s dinner

Day 3 • SLANO - MLJET - KORČULA
In the morning we head north to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park. Continue our cruise towards the Korčula island, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best-preserved
medieval cities in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Korčula where you can enjoy a gourmet experience at the multiple restaurants and bars.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4 • KORČULA - LASTOVO
Early in the morning, we sail to 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: Breakfast and lunch

Day 5 • LASTOVO - HVAR ISLAND
In the morning head further towards the island of Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, with a swim stop and lunch on board. Join a guided tour of the town of Hvar where you will 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: Breakfast and lunch

Day 6 • HVAR ISLAND - BIŠEVO - VIS ISLAND
Early in the morning, we sail to the small island of Biševo to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. The possibility of our visit will depend on weather conditions; however, you will be notified of this on time. 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 the waters of Vis. Vis Island holds many historic secrets and we will explore Vis history by military Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in the port of Vis.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 7 • VIS ISLAND - SPLIT
In the morning set sail to Split with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon, we arrive at Split to spend the night. Arriving in Split, join a guided tour of the city, 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. Your
evening is free in Split.
Meals on board: Breakfast and lunch

Day 8 • SPLIT - PLITVICE - OPATIJA
After breakfast, it’s time to disembark and bid our crew farewell. We journey north by motorcoach for a visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Plitvice, we walk around several of the lower lakes.
The Park is a natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by wooded mountains and lush vegetation. After our visit, we motor on to Opatija where dinner is served at our hotel.
Meals on board: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 9 • OPATIJA - POSTOJNA - VENICE
After breakfast, we travel to Slovenia and visit the unique and beautiful Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. We tour this wondrous subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, we drive to Venice. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure until you gather for a Welcome Dinner with your Tour Director and
traveling companions.
Meals on board: Breakfast and dinner

Day 10 • VENICE
We began exploring Venice with a boat ride to Murano Island, famous for its artistic glassware. Visit a glassblowing factory, where you will watch a demonstration of traditional Venetian glassblowing by master craftsmen. Then, on to St. Mark’s Square, for the walking tour, viewing the St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and enjoying views of the Bell Tower and
Bridge of Sighs. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop, or join an optional gondola ride.
Meals on board: Breakfast

Day 11 • VENICE
Enjoy a farewell breakfast before saying goodbye to your fellow travelers and crew and disembarking after breakfast by 9:00 AM.
Meals on board: Breakfast

Other notices

INCLUDED IN THE CRUISE:
• Accommodation in first-class hotels (OPATIJA: GH Adriatic or similar, VENICE: Principe Hotel, Amadeus or similar)
• Arrival shared transfer from Dubrovnik airport to port on the first day of tour
• Service charges and hotel taxes
• Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
• Buffet breakfast daily
• 2 dinners
• Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Professional English-speaking tour Director throughout
• Licensed Local Guides
• Complimentary whispers with sightseeing tours
• 7-night cruise from Dubrovnik to Split
• Supreme category ship in a cabin with private facilities, A/C & TV
• Daily buffet breakfast
• 6 lunches (3-course meal and salad bar) during the cruise
• Welcome dinner during the cruise
• Captain's dinner with live music during the cruise
• Water dispenser during the cruise
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits are available daily during the cruise
• Professional English-speaking Cruise Manager throughout
• Whisper technology
• Daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen, and towels midweek during the cruise
• Luggage handling
• One beach towel per person per week
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED:
• Professional English-speaking guide for sightseeing tours of Plitvice
• Lakes National Park, Postojna Cave, Venice
• Entrance fees to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Postojna Cave,
• Glassblowing factory in Venice
• City tours of Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar, Trogir and Split
• Entrance fees to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy and Diocletian’s Palace
• Entrance to Mljet National Park accompanied by Cruise Manager
• Guided tour and entrance to Krka National Park
• Oyster tasting in Ston

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, € 60,00 per person to be paid on board in cash
• Departure transfer from Venice
• Tips or any other items of a personal nature


This cruise provides plenty of time for sunbathing, swimming, and exploring the charming Dalmatian towns. In case of unfavorable weather conditions, the cruise itinerary can be changed for the safety of passengers.

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 the contracted services are not supplied according to the previously agreed standards.

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

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.

FINAL PAYMENT:
Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

CANCELLATION FEES:
* up to 90 days before the cruise commencement - loss of deposit
89 - 56 days prior to the cruise commencement - 50 % of the cruise rate
55 - 0 days before the cruise commencement - 100 % of the cruise rate