The love affair between the sea and wine and winemaking has been going on for centuries! By joining our wine cruise one can become part of that wonderful bond, visiting the famous Croatian islands of Vis, Hvar, and Korčula as well as the Pelješac peninsula and their outstanding cellars to savor the wines produced from the indigenous grape varieties. Learn about the tradition of viticulture in this extraordinary part of and at the same time relax on board the deluxe superior yacht cruise. RIVA ITINERARY: – KORČULA – HVAR – BLUE CAVE/VIS - PELJEŠAC – STON/ MALI STON / SLANO – DUBROVNIK

DAY 1 DUBROVNIK (D) Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik harbour for check in from 14.00h onwards. After settling in, transfer to the city gates for a guided tour. The special charm of this ancient town are the buildings that have remained from the time of the old Dubrovnik Republic. Many of the monuments belong to the modest Renaissance architecture with some traces of Gothic style. Take the cable car from the Old Town to Srđ mountain to enjoy scenic views of the mighty ramparts and of the . Return transfer to the ship for a welcome dinner & cocktail reception. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

DAY 2 DUBROVNIK - KORČULA (B, L, WT) Departure towards Korčula island best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. While wandering along the herringbone pattern on this Island one can find more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else. Early afternoon panorama drive through vineyards to visit the famous sandy beach Lumbarda and wine tasting in a well know local winery with grappa and snacks. Overnight in Korčula.

DAY 3 KORČULA – HVAR (B, L, WT) Early departure towards Hvar the longest island in the Adriatic to visit the local farm and enjoy their wine, olive oil and traditional homemade products. See the Lavender museum and distillery with a presentation of a lavender history on the island Hvar. Transfer back to Hvar, for afternoon guided tour. Here one can find the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower; the oldest community theatre in Europe was founded here in 1612. Hvar offers plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the night and is often referred to as the sunshine island. Overnight on Hvar.

DAY 4 HVAR – BLUE CAVE / VIS (B, L, WT, D) Early morning cruise towards the small island Biševo to visit the Blue cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon (entrances to be paid on the spot – approx. 14 EUR). Continue to the island of Vis, once a strategic naval Yugoslav base and closed to the public for years. Due to this isolation, Vis retains a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” making it really interesting to visit. Situated on the northern side of the island, Vis has developed near the remains of ancient Issa, the first urban centre in Croatia. Enjoy the wine tasting at a local family owned winery with a long wine making tradition. Dinner on board. Overnight in the port of Vis.

DAY 5 VIS – KUĆIŠTE (PELJEŠAC) (B, L, WT, D) Morning departure towards the Pelješac peninsula, well known for its excellent wine. Lunch onboard and early afternoon transfer to famous Korta Katarina winery, for a guided tour of the production followed with wine tasting. Continuation to family owned Boutique Winery Mikulić in Orebić. Get to know the small family owned winery and traditional wine making process and enjoy the wine tasting of award winning Croatian wines followed with dinner. Late transfer back to the ship. Overnight on Pelješac peninsula.

DAY 6 KUĆIŠTE (PELJEŠAC) – STON/ MALI STON / SLANO (B, WT, CD) Departure after breakfast towards Trstenik. Transfer to the Croatian Museum of Viticulture Putniković, where the visitors are introduced to the traditional process of wine making, from vineyards to barrels, the historical development of the vines and finally the wine collection, followed by high-quality wine tasting with snacks. Then on to Ston, small village, once fortified, famous for its oysters. After exploring the town’s vast medieval ramparts, heading towards Europe's oldest saltworks known as the trademark of Ston, a short coastal walk leads us to an oyster farm to learn more about oysters and a special tasting of this delicacy. Transfer to Slano for the Captain’s dinner with live entertainment.

DAY 7 SLANO – DUBROVNIK (B, L) Enjoy one more day in the most unique town on the Adriatic, Dubrovnik. However, before mooring at Dubrovnik harbour cruise alongside the old Dubrovnik city walls. Enjoy afternoon in Dubrovnik at leisure. We recommend a walk on top of the 1940 m long city walls.

DAY 8 DUBROVNIK (B) Breakfast and time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends! Check out by 9.00 am.

Legend: B (breakfast), L (lunch), D (dinner), CD (Captain’s dinner), WT (wine tasting) DATE & PRICE 2020:

DEPARTURE: Dubrovnik harbor. th Check in Saturday from 14.00 h October 10 PRICE PER PERSON IN EUR IN DBL/TWN CABINS 7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS

DELUXE SUPERIOR VIP UPPER/MAIN DECK 2174

DELUXE SUPERIOR UPPER/MAIN DECK 2053

DELUXE SUPERIOR LOWER DECK 1680

Double cabin for single use (Single supplement): +50%

ITINERARY: ROUTE: DUBROVNIK – KORČULA – HVAR – BLUE CAVE/VIS - PELJEŠAC – STON/ MALI STON / SLANO – DUBROVNIK

PRICE INCLUDES:  Arrival and departure transfers from / to Dubrovnik airport on the day of arrival and day of departure  7-night cruise in deluxe superior cabin with en-suite bathroom  Welcome reception & cocktail  Daily buffet breakfast  3 course lunches OR dinners onboard as specified in the itinerary  A drink with lunch per person daily  Complimentary unlimited water from water dispenser  Complimentary coffee & tea throughout the day  Olive oil and wine tasting on board  Abundant fresh fruit  Captain's dinner with live entertainment in Slano  Professional Tour manager  Guided tours of Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korčula, Ston  Visitors' taxes & port fees  Luggage handling  Daily cabin service  Complimentary wi-fi onboard  EXPERIENCES:

MONUMENTAL HERITAGE OF DUBROVNIK: • Spectacular cruise along the old town city walls of Dubrovnik • Return bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old town Dubrovnik for sightseeing • Dubrovnik Cable Car fee

EXPLORE THE BEAUTY OF KORČULA • Panorama drive through vineyards followed by local wine tasting

DISCOVER HVAR • Visit the Lavander museum & enjoy olive oil tasting and Croatian traditional wine tasting

VIS WINE TASTING • Wine tasting in the local family owned winery in Vis No additional fees on arrival except gratuities! FLAVORS OF PELJEŠAC PENINSULA • Visit to small family owned winery • Dinner in a local winery with glass of high-quality wine

STON EXPERIENCE • Visit the first Croatian Museum of Viticulture Putniković & enjoy wine tasting with snack Flight details to be provided at least 3 weeks (21 • Visit the salt farm & great walls of Ston days) prior to cruise departure and latest 10 days • Oyster tasting in Mali Ston in advance in order to organise the arrival and departure transfers.

Add a land program to your cruise:

Dubrovnik 3 countries from 651.- Međugorje pilgrimage from DBK or ST from 651.- Lakes and Mediterranean harmony from 1964.-

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS MONTENEGRO FROM DUBROVNIK Full day EUR 48.- Visit Montenegro for a day, a small country with magnificent mountains rising above the , filled with natural beauty and historic towns like Budva and Kotor Included: coach transfer with guide, local walking tours Recommended: Passport, walking shoes Departure: 07:00h Return: 18:00h RIVER RAFTING excursion on Cetina River FROM SPLIT 4 hours EUR 34.- OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS MONTENEGRO (KOTOR&PERAST) FROM DUBROVNIK Full day EUR 69.- (Before or after the cruise possible to book with us) The maje stic, awe-inspiring beauty of the Bay of Kotor will leave you struggling for superlatives. The gulf of Kotor cuts deep into towering mountains creating the most dramatic setting for the walled town of Kotor and the string of villages along the edge of the water. Perhaps the only words we are left with for the Boka Kotorska are simply: it’s unmissable. The trip from Dubrovnik to Kotor will take you to photogenic medieval towns perched above their reflections in the peacock-blue waters of the bay. The landlocked bay, or simply ‘Boka’, as it’s known among locals, is bordered by scenic, serpentine roads that make it easy to explore. This Montenegro tour will take you to beautiful Perast and the small island of the church of Our Lady of the Rocks. Recommended: Passport, walking shoes OFF-ROAD BUGGY SAFARI STANDARD TOUR IN DUBROVNIK 2 hours EUR 75.- Explore Dubrovnik riding in a 4-seater buggy starting from the port Gruž. Drive over Dubrovnik bridge, take some great shots of the port, Lopad peninsula and Daksa island. Continue the ride through the hills and fields. After amazing 360 view of the islands and mountains before descending to starting point. Included: Buggy Safari Tour with Polaris RZR 2019 vehicles (4 seater), English speaking driver/guide, fuel and 1 bottle of water, pick up /drop off Port of Gruž SEA KAYAKING AROUND DUBROVNIK TOWN WALLS IN DUBROVNIK 4 hours EUR 38.- Experience swimming in hidden bays, snorkeling and magnificent views of Dubrovnik town walls from the sea. Included: group kayaking tour, guide, equipment. Departure: any time from Pile bay GAME OF THRONES TOUR IN DUBROVNIK 2 hours EUR 34.- On this tour, you will be taken through all the parts of the Old town where some of the most memorable scenes from the ongoing cultural phenomenon were filmed. Departures: daily at 09:30h, 11:00h, 16:00h

Payment:  Advance payment EUR 250 per person  Remainder latest 60 days prior to arrival Special notes:  The Captain reserves the right to change the route in case of bad weather conditions  All cruise departures are guaranteed; however the cruise line reserves the right, in cancelling departure if less than 10 participants booked and changing the ship name if the need arises.  Guests are obliged to follow the ship rules and regulations found in written form onboard especially in regards to bringing drinks on board.  In case of inappropriate behavior Cruise Line/captain reserves the right in asking clients to disembark Cancellation policy: TrulyCroatia Tours  From the day of confirmation up till 60 days prior to arrival – advance payment (EUR 250 per person) -non-refundable  59-45 days – 25% of the remaining balance USA: 1 888 745 7302  44-31 days – 50% of the remaining balance AUS: 1800 216 961  30-0 days – 100% fee  Name change fee – EUR 21 per person CRO: +385 99 5744 284

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Due specific mooring conditions and requirements in some Croatian ports, ships are moored side by side, making it necessary for the clients to cross from one ship to another with gaps in between ships in order to get to the shore. In such cases clients need to take special care when crossing and do this at their own risk. Crew assistance will be given to those needing and requesting it. Cruise not recommended for clients in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Cruise Line and the captain of the vessel reserve the right to change and modify the route due to weather conditions as well as conditions in the ports visited. The order of visits may be different than published in case of ports being overly crowded and too busy and with the intention to give the customer a better experience overall. CST# 2125684-40