Croatia Coastal Cruise A Luxury Private Yacht Adventure May 6 – 16, 2021
Join us for an amazing cruise experience aboard a luxury private yacht as we cruise the Adriatic coast of Croatia. Before the cruise we’ll enjoy a tour through Slovenia including two nights at picturesque open-air Central Market, the Three amazing Lake Bled, sightseeing in the capital of Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba’s Fountain. Ljubljana then on to our cruise After free time for lunch we will continue on to Porec
to embark on our ship. Overnight onboard in Porec. (B) DAY 1, THURSDAY, MAY 06
Departure from the U.S. Overnight flight to DAY 5, MONDAY, MAY 10 Ljublijana, Slovenia. As we sail along the Istrian Peninsula, we’ll stop in the
romantic town of Rovinj. Feel its past as we walk DAY 2, FRIDAY, MAY 07 around the Old town’s cobbled narrow streets, Upon arrival to Ljubljana airport, we will be met and winding at the foot of the Church of St. Euphemia, a greeted, and we will travel to Bled, beautifully set in favorite gathering place of artists from around the the Julian Alps. Check into our hotel and some free world. We continue sailing to the Brijuni National Park, time before we gather for the Welcome Dinner at the once the personal State Summer Residence of hotel. Overnight. (D) President Marshal Josip Broz Tito. Arriving at the
island, a part of heaven opens in front of our eyes in DAY 3, SATURDAY, MAY 08 the unique harmony of flora, fauna, and heritage. After breakfast proceed with a walking tour of this Following the visit, lunch aboard, before we reach beautiful Alpine lake surrounded by high peaks. Our Pula, arguably one of the most beautiful of Istrian tour features the charming town and the lakeshore cities. Our guide will share some exciting stories of and visiting the imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff antiquity, as we walk in the footsteps of the ancients high above the lake. The balance of the day is at and visit the Amphitheatre. The rest of the day is at leisure. Don’t miss the chance to try famous Bled leisure in lovely Pula. (B, L) custard cake. Overnight. (B)
DAY 6, TUESDAY, MAY 11 DAY 4, SUNDAY, MAY 09 Morning visit of Mali Losinj, located on the island with Leave the mountains and head to Ljubljana, the capital the same name. Thanks to its mild climate, pinewoods, of Slovenia. See the most significant sights of the old and air, the island of Mali Losinj is an ideal place to city center on a walking tour. Highlights include the refresh your body and spirit. Lunch aboard, while continuing our journey towards Zadar. (B, L)
DAY 7, WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 After breakfast, we enjoy a sightseeing tour of Zadar, a city of exceptional history and cultural heritage. Zadar’s historical center is a compact pedestrian zone, we discover the walled city with a local guide. The walking tour takes you through its narrow, cobbled streets and includes a visit to the majestic Gothic- Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark, before returning to the boat for lunch. As we dine we’ll cruise to Mljet Island. Mljet National Park features five types of forest, many bird species and two lakes. Captains dinner with live entertainment onboard this evening. (B, L, D)
DAY 10, SATURDAY, MAY 15 perfect to explore on foot. Set out on a walking tour Breakfast as we cruise this morning to beautiful and admire the old walls built in the 16th century by Dubrovnik. We’ll have a walking tour of Dubrovnik, the Venetians as a defense from Turks. We will also see “Pearl of the Adriatic” and a UNESCO World Heritage the 16th century Port Gate where the Venetian lion still site. You’ll visit the Rector’s Palace and Franciscan guards the entrance, the Square of the Five Wells, Monastery’s Pharmacy. Return for lunch on board and Church of St. Donat, the Roman Forum and the largest enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B, L,) cathedral in Dalmatia, St. Anastasia. Return to the ship and have lunch, while sailing to Vodice. Next up is Krka DAY 11, SUNDAY, MAY 16 National Park, with its magnificent waterfalls. After After breakfast, it’s time to disembark. (B) our visit here well take a motor coach to Primosten Included Features: where our ship is anchored. Evening is at leisure in town. (B, L) First class hotels on the 2 nights pre-cruise package DAY 8, THURSDAY, MAY 13 Transportation and sightseeing on Welcome to Split! Start the day with a walking tour, pre-cruise package featuring the historic inner city built around the 7-night cruise from Porec on board the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, UNESCO World M/S My Wish or similar in a cabin with private Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s facilities Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Airport transfer May 07 and May 16 only Jupiter’s Temple and the Cathedral. Back onboard for Breakfast daily lunch as we cruise towards Hvar, Croatia’s sunniest Welcome dinner at the hotel in Bled island. Hvar is a favorite holiday destination for 6 lunches aboard international celebrities and yachters; thus, beyond all Captain’s dinner with live music aboard the glitz and glamour, Hvar town is a charming seaside Complimentary bottled water, coffee, and tea resort with 8 centuries of architecture waiting to be Professional Tour Manager throughout explored. On a walking tour breathe in the pine- Complete sightseeing program scented breeze, as we absorb vistas of the old town Whisper technology enhanced touring with the picturesque little streets and the first public Luggage handling theatre in Europe. For the rest of the day explore the Service taxes and port charges labyrinth of backstreets, pop into craft shops and Free Wi-Fi on board enjoy cafes and restaurants, tucked into old Venetian palaces. (B, L)
DAY 9, FRIDAY, MAY 14 This morning, the clear waters of the Adriatic will bring us to our next destination: the magical island of Korcula and its fairy-tale like walled town bearing the same name believed to be the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. Enjoy breakfast on board, before Sightseeing Tours Included: Bled Ljubljana Price: $3029.00 per person, based on two people sharing a Rovinj room. Price is based on lower deck cabin. Brijuni National Park Upper deck cabin supplement: $500 per person. Pula Mali Losinj Zadar Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is Krka National Park required to hold your space for the trip. Split A second non-refundable deposit of $350 per person Hvar will be due December 30 2020. Korcula Mljet National Park Final Payment: Final payment will be due about February 26, Dubrovnik 2021.
• We always recommend the purchase of travel insurance. Insurance should be paid with deposit. • VIP World Travel will assist in arranging your air travel. We will be able to book air for this trip July 2020.
NOTE: We will be offering a two night
package in Dubrovnik, one of the most beautiful walled cities in Europe, following the cruise. Details available soon!
To make a reservation contact: VIP WORLD TRAVEL P.O. Box 25095 Sarasota, FL 34277 941-377-0017 Email: [email protected]