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Hidden Croatia a Seven Night Cruise Exploring Croatia’S Hidden Beauty Aboard the Royal Eleganza April to October 2015 Dubrovnik PRICES FROM ONLY £1795 PER PERSON HIDDEN CROATIA A seven night cruise exploring Croatia’s hidden beauty aboard the Royal Eleganza April to October 2015 Dubrovnik “All those who seek paradise on earth should come to Dubrovnik” his quotation from George Bernard Shaw could refer to Tthe whole of the Dalmatian Coast. Come with us to see the CROATIA Zrmanja Gorge hidden Croatia as we operate a unique route from the comfort Zadar A Krka National Park D of the Royal Eleganza, covering the coast and rivers of Croatia, R IA Sibenik T I Split and mooring in the immediate vicinity of town centres. The ITALY C S Hvar E A Korcula itinerary takes us to a range of scenic delights – the Zrmanja Dubrovnik Gorge, the world-famous Kornati Islands, plus the dramatic waterfalls of Krka. Although little known abroad, the river Cetina has a charm of its own. The islands of Hvar and Korcula, with their marble streets and impressive architecture, are truly delightful. We also visit the historic towns of Zadar, Sibenik, Split and Dubrovnik, with their history dating back through the Middle Ages to the Roman Era. Our View “If comfort and a relaxed atmosphere are at the top of your priorities, the Royal Eleganza is the perfect choice of vessel to cruise the Croatian coast. With just 32 like-minded passengers, the mood is intimate, and what better way to enjoy the views of magnificent islands and cities, than sitting on the sun deck watching the world pass slowly by. The dining onboard is a special experience with fresh fish featuring regularly on the menu, but a real treat is the chance to dine ashore. Croatia’s culinary delights are not to be missed. Eat al fresco in the warm evenings and perhaps end the night with a stroll to see the breathtaking Clock Tower, Split Cathedral of St. James, Sibenik illuminated historic buildings.” www.noble-caledonia.co.uk +44 (0)20 7752 0000 Skradinski Buk, Krka National Park Korcula Water Taxi, Zadar THE ITINERAry IN BRIEF Dubrovnik to Zadar* Day 1 London to Dubrovnik. Fly to Dubrovnik and embark the Royal Eleganza. Day 2 Dubrovnik & Korcula. Morning walking tour of Dubrovnik. Evening at leisure in Korcula. Day 3 Hvar. Afternoon walking tour of Hvar. Day 4 River Cetina & Split. Day 4 Sibenik & Split. After Day 7 Dubrovnik. Set sail early Morning excursion to River Cetina. The Itinerary breakfast, enjoy a guided walk in this morning for Dubrovnik Afternoon cruising. Dinner in Split Day 1 London to Zadar, Croatia. the historic town of Sibenik. Visit – the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. under own arrangements. Fly by scheduled flight to Split. the Cathedral of St James and Upon arrival in the afternoon, On arrival transfer to Zadar where see the fascinating old traditional enjoy a guided walk through Day 5 Split & Sibenik. Morning the crew will welcome us aboard buildings. Set sail for Split where this breathtaking city. Its many walking tour of Split. Afternoon the Royal Eleganza. Dinner is we will arrive this afternoon in time historic and cultural treasures walking tour of Sibenik. Dinner in then served and the ship moors for a short guided walk through this have earned it the designation Sibenik under own arrangements. overnight in Zadar. fascinating city. See the Palace of as a UNESCO World Heritage Diocletian and the Old Town. We Site. See the major attractions Day 6 Krka National Park & Zadar. Morning excursion to Krka N.P. Day 2 Zadar & Zrmanja Gorge. will moor overnight and have the such as the Rector’s Palace, the After breakfast, join the excursion chance to dine in one of the many Romanesque-Gothic Dominican Afternoon cruising. Dinner in to the Zrmanja Gorge. The River restaurants on the Riva promenade. and Franciscan Monasteries, and Zadar under own arrangements. Zrmanja is 69 km long and flows the Sponza Palace. Meet later for Day 7 Zadar & Zrmanja Gorge. into the Adriatic. At the dramatic Day 5 River Cetina & Hvar. Sail the Captain’s Dinner, after which Full day tour with lunch including entrance to the gorge, we will this morning to Omis. Here we will you can enjoy a final evening walking tour of Zadar and board a motor launch for the board small boats for the trip along onboard. excursion to Zrmanja Gorge. one hour cruise to Obrovac, the valley of the emerald green where we will enjoy a lunch of River Cetina. Over centuries, the Day 8 Dubrovnik to London. Day 8 Zadar to London. local specialities before taking a river has cut a magnificent canyon Disembark this morning and Disembark and transfer to Split walk. On our return to Zadar in in the mountains surrounding it. return to London by scheduled airport to return to London. the late afternoon, there will be We arrive at Radmanove mlinice flight. a short guided walk around the (Radman’s Mills). Dating from 1722, town. Tonight, enjoy dinner on the mill was used to grind cereals board and maybe enjoy an after for the inhabitants of Omis. On dinner walk as we moor in Zadar our return to the ship we will stop 2015 DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES PER PERSON Based on double occupancy overnight. at one of the picturesque sandy beaches that fringe the Dalmatian PRICES FROM JUST £1795 PER PERSON Day 3 Krka National Park & coast. Sail this afternoon to Hvar Sibenik. We set sail during arriving in the early evening. Enjoy Zadar to Dubrovnik: 20th April , 4th May, 18th May, 1st June, 15th June, breakfast for Skradin, passing dinner on board. 29th June, 13th July, 27th July, 10th August, 24th August, 7th September, through the group of islands 21st September, 5th October. making up the Kornati National Day 6 Hvar & Korcula. Enjoy a tour Dubrovnik to Zadar*: 27th April, 11th May, 25th May, 8th June, 22nd June, 6th July, Park. After lunch, visit the this morning to Hvar Old Town 20th July, 3rd August, 17th August, 31st August, 14th September, 28th September. dramatic waterfalls in Krka. Here starting in the main square which we join smaller boats for the is the largest piazza in Dalmatia. Cat Cabin Description Price trip to “Skradinski Buk”, a large See the cathedral, and the palatial 1 Lower Deck Twin/Double £1795 natural pool with high waterfalls quarter of Grad and the more 2 Main Deck Twin/Double £1995 at one end and cascades at the humble residential area of Burg. 3 Main/Upper Deck Master Double £2295 other. We will then take a walk Rejoin the Royal Eleganza to 4 Main Deck Single £2295 along wooden jetties and bridges cruise to Korcula. Said to be the 1 Lower Deck Twin Sole Use £2095 to admire the falls, and the unique birthplace of Marco Polo, Korcula flora and fauna. On our return to boasts crooked medieval streets, * Reverse itinerary from Dubrovnik to Zadar the ship, cruise to Sibenik, where and elegant squares which are Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, seven nights aboard Royal Eleganza, breakfast and lunch daily, dinners on days 1, 2, 5 and 7, services of a there is an opportunity to dine flanked with palaces of the old tour manager, shore excursions with local English speaking guides, entrance fees, independently tonight in one nobility. Enjoy some free time transfers, port taxes, airport taxes, gratuities onboard and whilst on excursions of the local restaurants. Moor here before dining independently Not Included: Travel insurance, visa if required, dinners on days 3, 4 and 6. overnight in Sibenik. tonight in one of the local NB. Flight schedules have not been released at the time of going to print and restaurants. therefore the itinerary is subject to change on their release. www.noble-caledonia.co.uk +44 (0)20 7752 0000 Sun Deck Restaurant Royal Eleganza or this unique itinerary we have chartered the 32-passenger Royal Eleganza. This beautifully crafted vessel was built in 2012 specifically for sailing the Dalmatian Coast and we believe she is Fperfect vessel for exploring the more remote regions of the Croatia. 2015 will be our third year associated with the vessel after receiving positive feedback. The Sun deck is the perfect place to watch the passing scenery and features a bar and comfortable sun loungers. Dining onboard is a casual affair featuring locally sourced fresh food including fresh fish. There is a team of seven friendly Croatian crew members onboard who speak fluent English and whose service will enrich your overall enjoyment of small ship cruising on the Adriatic coast. Cabins & Suites The 17 cabins are each equipped with a safe, air conditioning/heating, hair dryer and a flat screen TV. Each cabin also has an en-suite bathroom with shower. Your Space If you prefer a peaceful life at sea and an atmosphere more akin to a private yacht then you need look no further than this charming Double Cabin vessel. She features a spacious Sun deck with adequate shade for all passengers to relax outside; complimented with a bar and comfortable SUN DECK sun loungers, it is the perfect place to watch the passing scenery. For your convenience there is also complimentary Wi-Fi internet connection onboard. Your Dining Dining onboard is a casual affair with lunch and dinner featuring locally sourced fresh food including fresh fish. In good weather there will be UPPER DECK the opportunity to dine al-fresco either in the shaded or non-shaded areas on the Sun deck. Life Onboard RESTAURANT 0 If comfort and a relaxed atmosphere are at the top of your priorities, the Royal Eleganza is the perfect choice of vessel to cruise the Croatian coast.
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