Croatia Table of Contents: KL Deluxe Cruise 6 Founded in 1992, Katarina line, a family run business has become the leading cruise specialist in Croatia with capacities of more than 1200 beds on various Croatia Deluxe One-way Cruises 8 ships with weekly guaranteed departures covering Croatian highlights. Kvarner Bay of Islands (Route KL1) 10 Southern Explorer (Route KL2) 12 Built on the basis of customer care, attention to detail and value for money, not compromising quality, our team of dedicated travel professionals provide Dubrovnik Discovery (Route KL5) 14 impeccable service and expertise and continue to design and develop unique Croatian Wilderness (Route KL3) 16 tours crafted to perfection whether on land or sea. Nature and Culture (Route KL4) 17 Northern pearls (Route KL6) 18 Our choice of guaranteed departures presented in this brochure is just a small part of our extensive pallete of services that we are able to offer. Southern pearls (Route KL7) 19 Adriatic explorer (Route KL8) 21 Cycle & cruise from Opatija Kvarner Bay 24 Anamaria Hauptfeld Schweitzer “voted best tour Cycle & cruise from Split South Dalmatia 26 Cruise Department Manager organizer in 2014 Cycle & cruise from Split North Dalmatia 28 by Croatian Bike & Sun 30 National Tourist Board” Light Bike & Hike 31 Walk & hike Kvarner Bay 32 Walk & hike Dalmatia 33 Fit & Vital in Kvarner Bay 34 Yoga cruise 35 Croatia land & cruise Kvarner Bay 36 Croatia land & cruise Southern Explorer 38 Croatia land & cruise Dubrovnik Discovery 40 Croatia land & Southern pearls cruise from Dubrovnik 42 Croatia land & Southern pearls cruise from Zagreb 44 Coast Express 46 Coast Express Venice 48 Young Fun Cruise 50 Gay Deluxe Cruise 52 Naturist cruises 53 Croatian Rhapsody (Land Tour) 54 Lakes & Mediterranean harmony (Land Tour) 56

Katarina line invites you to experience For individual or group bookings an authentic Croatian cruise on the crystal clear Adriatic Sea. Our fleet

New larger, luxury ships lavishly designed, Deluxe category fully air-conditioned, spacious en-suite cabins with double or twin beds. Guided tours, numerous special services and experiences are included.

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Newly built ships with fully air-conditioned Wooden vintage sailing ships. A+ category en-suite cabins with double or twin beds. A category Cabins with private bathrooms, mostly bunk beds, air-conditioned dining area.

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Wooden vintage sailing ships, cabins with B category bunk beds and washbasin, shared facilities.

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Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Telašćica Šibenik Zlarin Trogir Split Omiš Guaranteed departures CRUISE Primošten CROATIA Supetar Makarska KL Deluxe Cruise Bol Deluxe Cruise IN STYLE Stari Grad departures from Split Pelješac Peninsula Vis Hvar Šćedro KL 2 - DELUX Komiža Korčula Enjoy seven Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik unforgettable days Lastovo cruising on the southern Adriatic Sea from Itinerary: one island to another Saturday SPLIT (D) Thursday PELJEŠAC PENINSULA - with one of our deluxe Check in at Split harbour. Enjoy our guided tour of HVAR (B,L ) Split, a historic town under UNESCO protection and Morning departure towards Hvar. Lunch stop on the cruisers. Relax and let a part of the world heritage – of special interest is small Island of Šćedro followed by a swim stop at .the captain, the crew the magnificent Diocletian palace, once inhabited the Pakleni Islands. Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon by the Roman emperor. Return to the ship for a wel- Hvar is the longest island in the Adriatic and one of and a tour manager, come cocktail and enjoy the meet & greet party on the sunniest; known for lavish lavender fields and board. Overnight in Split. breathtaking beauty. Before disembarking there take care of you. Relax will be a short presentation of lavender products Sunday SPLIT - KORČULA (B,L) followed by a tour of the town. Overnight in Hvar. on spacious decks, or Early morning departure towards Korčula Island, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop Friday HVAR - BOL (B,L,D) -refresh yourself in the for lunch in one of the secluded bays on route. Early Our final stop will be the Island of Brač and pic afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided Adriatic sea in the turesque town of Bol. Walk along the promenade walking tour of this lovely town with fortified walls. and swim at one of the most famous beaches in morning. Afternoons Overnight in Korčula. Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat (the Golden Horn). Bol is a - KORČULA - MLJET/ typical fishermen’s town turned into a popular tour Monday and evenings are ist destination. Lunch on board and more time to DUBROVNIK (B,L,D) explore the resort until afternoon wine tasting in carefully planned to Next morning we head further south to the Island the facilities of the oldest Dalmatia wine coopera- of Mljet. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the tive (dating 1903). The evening is reserved for the explore Croatia’s finest famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and Captain’s farewell dinner with entertainment. Over- enjoy the boat ride to the St Mary Isle to visit an night in Bol. destinations with local ancient Benedictine monastery, an old abbey and experts. a Church dating from the 12th Century. Return to Saturday BOL - SPLIT (B) the ship for lunch after which we depart towards Early morning departure for Split and on arrival it Dubrovnik with late afternoon arrival. Before is time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new we tie the ropes at Gruž harbour the captain will friends! Check out by 9.00 am and transfer to Split take you for a cruise along side the old city walls airport. while a buffet dinner is served on deck to enjoy the spectacular views of the city walls. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Deluxe category package includes: Tuesday DUBROVNIK (B) Half board (english breakfast & three Today you have a whole day to enjoy this magi- course lunch or dinner) cal town. After breakfast transfer to the old town for the guided walking tour followed by a cable car 1 drink & 1 L of water daily from the Old Town to Srđ mountain to enjoy scenic Welcome reception & cocktail views of the Walls and Elaphiti Islands enabling you Captain’s dinner with live entertainment to take best pictures of the old town. Overnight in Tour manager Dubrovnik. Sightseeing tours of: Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korčula, Split Wednesday DUBROVNIK - PELJEŠAC Evening dinner cruise along the old city PENINSULA (B,L,D) walls of Dubrovnik Dubrovnik cable car entrance fee In the morning we will leave this magnificent town and continue our cruise towards the little seaside Mljet National Park entrance fee village on the Pelješac peninsula, well known for it excellent wine. Before lunch a short stop at one of Croatian wine tasting in Bol the Elaphiti Islands and afternoon arrival to Pelješac All inclusive Croatian Village Party peninsula. Transfer to the village Kuna for a tour of Return transfers from Split airport to the local church and monastery followed by a visit Split harbour to a local farm where you will indulge in a typi- Bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old cal village evening with Croatian delicacies, an all town Dubrovnik inclusive dinner with local dishes made from their Daily cabin service own produce. Late transfer back to the ship. Over- Free wi-fi night on Pelješac peninsula.

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Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Telašćica Šibenik Zlarin Trogir Split Omiš Guaranteed departures Primošten Supetar Makarska Croatia Deluxe Bol Cruise Stari Grad Pelješac Peninsula One-way Cruises Vis Hvar Šćedro Komiža Ston DepartureDELUX from Split OW Slano Korčula Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik Small ship cruises along Itinerary: Lastovo the charming Croatian 7 Saturday SPLIT (D) Transfer from Split airport to the Split harbor for coastline and islands nights check in from 14.00h onwards. After settling, en- us to an oyster farm to learn more about oysters joy the guided tour of Split, a historic town under on the brand new and tasting this delicious treat. Transfer to the ship UNESCO protection and part of the world heritage for the Captain’s dinner with entertainment. -lavishly designed, fully with the magnificent Diocletian palace, once inhab ited by the Roman emperor. After the tour, return Friday SLANO – DUBROVNIK (B, air-conditioned vessel to the ship for a welcome meet & greet cocktail L, D) reception on board. Overnight in Split. Early morning departure to Dubrovnik. The special Infinity with spacious charm of this ancient town are the buildings that Sunday (B, L) SPLIT – (BOL) HVAR have remained from the time of the old Dubrovnik Morning departure to Brač island where swimming en-suite cabins. One way Republic. Before we tie the ropes at Gruž harbour is planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia cruise alongside the old Dubrovnik city walls while itineraries from Split – Zlatni Rat near Bol. Continue towards the jet-set lunch is served on deck. After docking, transfer to island Hvar with lunch on board at the Pakleni Is- the old town for the guided walking tour of this to Dubrovnik or from lands. Hvar is the longest and sunniest island in magical town ending with the cable car from the the Adriatic known for lavish lavender fields and Dubrovnik to Split include Old Town to Srđ mountain to enjoy scenic views of breathtaking beauty. Afternoon arrival followed the Walls and Elaphiti Islands. Time at leisure for by a short presentation of lavender products and exciting gastronomic and dinner and overnight in Dubrovnik. a tour of the town’s historical landmarks. Hike up sightseeing experiences to the town fort and enjoy abundance of entertain- Saturday DUBROVNIK Check out (B) with guaranteed ment in the evening hours. Overnight in the port. Breakfast and time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends! Check out by 9.00 am and Monday (B, L, T) HVAR - VIS transfer to Dubrovnik airport. departures (May – Early morning cruise towards small island Biševo -October) and visits to Split, to visit the Blue cave, a magnificent natural phe nomenon (dependent of the weather conditions, or vice-versa for Dubrovnik - Split Hvar, Vis, Korčula, Mljet, entrances to be paid on the spot). Continue to the island of Vis, once a strategic naval Yugoslav base itinerary Ston and Dubrovnik. and closed to the public. Try some exquisite wine sorts in one of the Vis traditional wineries. Over- night in the port of Vis. Package includes: Tuesday VIS - KORČULA (B, L) Early morning departure towards the Korčula island Half board (english breakfast & three best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop course lunch or dinner) for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Welcome reception & cocktail Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided 1 drink with lunch & 1 L of water per walking tour. Optional excursion to small village person daily near Korčula for typical Dalmatian dinner and to Captain’s dinner with live entertainment find out more about the history and traditional way of living. Overnight in Korčula. Tour manager Sightseeing tours of: Dubrovnik, Hvar, Wednesday KORČULA - MLJET (B, L, D) Korčula, Split Next morning we head further south to the Is- Breakfast or lunch cruise along the old land of Mljet. Join the cruise manager for a stroll city walls of Dubrovnik to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park Dubrovnik cable car entrance fee and enjoy the boat ride to the St Mary Isle to visit Mljet National Park entrance fee an ancient Benedictine monastery dating back to the 12th Century. Alternatively, you can rent kay- Croatian wine tasting in Vis aks, bicycles, scooters or convertible cars to roam Oyster farm visit and tasting in Ston around the island on your own. Dinner on board Airport transfers (Split APT – Split Port and overnight in port Polača or Pomena. & Dubrovnik APT – Dubrovnik Port) Bus transfer from Dubrovnik port to Old Thursday MLJET - SLANO/ STON (B, town Dubrovnik L, T) Daily cabin service Departure for a small village called Slano on the Free wi-fi mainland, a peaceful fishermen’s village and the starting point to Ston, another, once fortified small village famous for its oysters. After exploring the town’s medieval ramparts a short coastal walk leads

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Saturday OPATIJA - KRK ISLAND Wednesday MOLAT ISLAND or OLIB - Departure at 13:00 h with lunch on board followed ILOVIK - LOŠINJ ISLAND 7 by a swim stop in the crystal clear sea on route After breakfast and morning swim, cruise towards to Krk island - the largest of the Croatian islands. Ilovik, the island of flowers for a short stop before nights Evening at leisure and overnight in town of Krk. departing for Mali Lošinj island, one of the most Sunday KRK ISLAND - RAB popular islands on the northern Adriatic due to the abundance of pine trees and clear waters. Over- ISLAND night in Mali Lošinj. 2 or 5 After breakfast cruise towards island Rab known as the “island of love”. Sightseeing of town encircled Thursday LOŠINJ ISLAND - CRES nights by medieval walls, Romanesque church towers, ISLAND mini cruise churches, palaces, stone streets and ancient fa- After a morning swim leave for Cres island, a long possibility! cades. Overnight in town of Rab. and narrow island covered with oak, beech and pine Monday RAB ISLAND - ZADAR forests as well as wineyards and olive tree planta- tions. Spend the night in the harbour of this typical Morning cruise from Rab towards Zadar along Pag medieval town Cres. island with a swim stop on the tiny MAUN island. Enjoy guided tour of the city, which was for cen- Friday CRES ISLAND - OPATIJA turies the metropolis of Dalmatia, and today the After breakfast we leave for Opatija. On route we centre of the region. Zadar is rich in monumental can experience the spectacular views of the famous heritage of world importance visible on every step. Opatija Riviera. Afternoon arrival to Opatija for a Of special interest are the famous Zadar Sea Or- stroll along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – gans, one of a kind in the world and “The Greeting Lungo Mare to the numerous cafes and restaurants – to the Sun” light installation. Overnight in Zadar. in Opatija or nearby fishermen’s village Volosko Tuesday ZADAR - MOLAT ISLAND well known for excellent seafood restaurants. or OLIB Saturday OPATIJA Early departure for Molat or Olib island (depending After breakfast say goodbye to the crew and hope on available space in the small harbours). Both to see you again aboard Katarina Line cruises. islands are situated in the northern part of Zadar’s archipelago where one can enjoy peace and serenity. Captain’s dinner party on board and overnight.

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Saturday SPLIT – MAKARSKA Wednesday ŠIPAN/TRSTENIK – Departure from Split harbour towards Makarska at KORČULA 7 13:00h. Cruise along the Dalmatian coast whilst After breakfast depart for Korčula, the birthplace of enjoying your lunch. Afternoon swim at one of the MARCO POLO. Lunch on board in the Lumbarda bay nights wonderful beaches. From there, those feeling ad- near to Korčula. Late afternoon arrival - overnight venturous can join our optional river rafting excur- in port. sion or zip line on the Cetina river. Overnight in the port of Makarska. Thursday KORČULA –HVAR 2 or 5 Early departure towards the Pakleni Islands for Sunday MAKARSKA – MLJET lunch and a swim stop followed by afternoon sight- nights Early morning departure towards Mljet with a stop seeing of Hvar, the longest island in the Adriatic. mini cruise on the Pelješac peninsula for a refreshing swim. Af- Hvar offers abundant entertainment, excellent res- ternoon visit to salt lakes in Mljet National Park to taurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the possibility! enjoy the tranquillity of this peaceful island. Over- night. Overnight in Hvar. night in port Polaca/Pomena. Friday HVAR (Bol) - SPLIT Monday MLJET – DUBROVNIK Our next stop is Brač island where swimming is After breakfast depart for Dubrovnik, the highlight planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia of this cruise. Enjoy the nature along the way – Zlatni Rat near Bol (the Golden Horn). Bol is a -towards “the heaven on earth” – according to the typical fishermen’s village converted into a popu famous writer George Bernard Shaw. lar tourist destination. After lunch we will start our We recommend a walk on top of the 1,940 m long journey back to Split where the last overnight is city walls and a cable car to mountain Srđ for planned. Opatija fabulous view of the town and surrounding islands. Overnight in the port of this magical town. Saturday SPLIT Early breakfast after which it is time to say goodbye Tuesday DUBROVNIK – ŠIPAN/ to the crew and all your new friends! TRSTENIK Krk Morning free to explore Dubrovnik. Around noon we leave this magnificent town and continue our cruise towards Šipan isle or small town of Trstenik Optional excursions: Cres on the Pelješac peninsula, where we will swim in the afternoon and spend the night. Possibility of CETINA RIVER RAFTING Rab visiting a local winery. CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE KRKA WATERFALLS PLITVICE LAKES Lošinj MOSTAR KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER Ilovik Molat EXPERIENCE WINE TASTINGS: KORČULA, Zadar HVAR SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR Sali RENT A BIKE ON MLJET waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI Telašćica FROM DUBROVNIK Šibenik Zlarin GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF Trogir Split DUBROVNIK Omiš Primošten DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR Supetar Makarska SEA KAYAKING AROUND Bol DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS SIGHTSEEING: Stari Grad Split, Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik Vis Hvar Šćedro KL 2 Komiža Trstenik Korčula Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik Lastovo

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Sunday DUBROVNIK Thursday KORČULA – TRSTENIK Check in from 13.00 h onwards (GRUŽ harbour) Leave Korčula and continue our cruise towards the with dinner as your first meal. Dubrovnik - a unique little village and harbour of Trstenik on Pelješac 7 town on the Adriatic with its special charm, dates peninsula that is covered by pine groves and wine- nights back to the time of the old Dubrovnik Republic. yards. Overnight. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Friday TRSTENIK – ŠIPAN Monday DUBROVNIK – MLJET Early in the morning we continue our trip towards -After breakfast we continue our journey towards the Elafiti islands, a group of islands west of Du the island and national park Mljet. Lunch on board. brovnik. They include Šipan, Lopud and Koločep The whole afternoon is free to enjoy the salt lakes (Kalamota). Swimming and lunch is planned at in the National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on one of the smaller Elafiti islands. ŠIPAN, the largest this peaceful island. In the middle of the large lake, island of the Elafiti, is also the most distant from inside the National park, one can visit an old abbey Dubrovnik. Overnight. and church. Bicycles can be hired to cycle around the paths that surround the lakes or cars for those Saturday ŠIPAN – DUBROVNIK wanting to go further. Overnight in port Polača/ Early departure for Dubrovnik with breakfast on Pomena. route. Enjoy the nature along the way towards “the heaven on earth” - according to the famous Tuesday MLJET – HVAR writer George Bernard Shaw. Lunch on board and Early in the morning we depart towards the little arrival to Dubrovnik early in the afternoon. Explore island Šćedro where we will have enough time to Dubrovnik on your own or join our guided tour of relax and refresh in the clean, crystal blue sea. Dubrovnik with an English speaking guide. Over- Departure for Hvar after lunch. Hvar is the long- night in the port of this magical town. est island in the Adriatic, often referred to as the Opatija sunshine and jet set island. Sunday DUBROVNIK After an early breakfast say goodbye to the crew Wednesday HVAR - KORČULA and all your new friends! During breakfast departure for Korčula, the birth- place of MARCO POLO. Lunch on board in front of Krk Lumbarda. Arrive in Korčula in the afternoon where everyone is free to do their own sightseeing. On Optional excursions: Cres this island you can find more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else. Overnight in port. Rab MONTENEGRO DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR SEA KAYAKING AROUND Lošinj DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS MOSTAR KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER Ilovik Molat EXPERIENCE WINE TASTINGS: KORČULA, Zadar HVAR SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR Sali waterfalls / Wasserfälle Krka RENT A BIKE ON MLJET Vodice Telašćica OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI Šibenik FROM DUBROVNIK Zlarin Trogir Split GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF Omiš DUBROVNIK Primošten SIGHTSEEING: Supetar Makarska Bol Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik Stari Grad

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Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Ilovik Telašćica Molat Šibenik Guaranteed departures Guaranteed departures Zlarin Zadar Trogir Split Omiš Primošten Cruise KL3 Sali waterfalls / WasserfälleCruise KL4 Croatian Supetar Makarska Nature Krka Vodice Bol Telašćica Stari Grad Šibenik Wilderness and Culture Zlarin Vis Hvar Šćedro Trogir Split Departure from Split Departure from Split Omiš KL 3 Komiža Trstenik Primošten Korčula Supetar Makarska Mljet Šipan Bol 7 Pomena Dubrovnik 7 nights Itinerary: Lastovo nights Stari Grad Vis Hvar Šćedro Saturday SPLIT - OMIŠ/PUČIŠĆA Komiža Trstenik Departure from Split is followedKL by lunch on board and a swim4 break. Continue Itinerary: Korčula to Omiš or Pučišća on Brač island. In Omiš experience Cetina river rafting or zip line over Cetina river canyon. Pučišća is a typical Mediterranean place, Mljet Šipan cradle of the world’s most famous stone of Brač. Possibility of visiting a stone Saturday SPLIT – ROGOZNICA or PRIMOŠTEN Pomena Dubrovnik masonry workshop. Overnight in the port of Pučišća. Departure from Split harbour with lunch on route after which we stop for an Lastovo afternoon swim in a quiet bay. Overnight in Rogoznica or Primošten. Sunday OMIŠ/PUČIŠĆA – KORČULA After a morning swim in the crystal blue sea, we cruise toward Korčula, the Sunday ROGOZNICA or PRIMOŠTEN – ŠIBENIK - birthplace of Marco Polo. Lunch will be served either on the tip of the Pelješac KRKA WATERFALLS/SKRADIN or ZLARIN peninsula (near Lovište) or in the quiet bay of Kneža on Korčula. Afternoon After breakfast we continue on to Šibenik for morning sightseeing of this his- arrival in Korčula. Overnight in the port. torical town. Visit the castle above the town center and many historical build- ings. Departure towards Krka Waterfalls with lunch on board while enjoying Monday KORČULA – LASTOVO the views of the Krka Canyon. Overnight in port of Skradin – or on island and We continue our cruise towards Lastovo, the furthest, inhabited island in Dal- village Zlarin. matia, which Romans called the Imperial island. Docked in Ubli port, one has the opportunity to visit the protected Nature Park or visit the biggest town on Monday KRKA WATERFALLS – KORNATI - SALI ,the island - Lastovo. Overnight. Today we leave the region of the famous National Park Kornati – rich in fish cultural and historic remains of old Ilyrian fortress, Roman villas, old Christian Tuesday LASTOVO – RAVNIK (GREEN CAVE) – church of St. Mary and medieval fortresses and settlements add to the value of KOMIŽA/VIS these islands. Overnight in Sali on Long Island (Dugi Otok). Early morning departure towards Vis island that was a strategic harbour for the navy because of its unique geographical position. Near Vis, there is the little Tuesday SALI - ZADAR Ravnik island, where the Green cave is situated. It was named after the unusual Morning reserved for swimming. Departure for Zadar in the afternoon to spend light that reflects in the sea from the hole on the top of the cave. After a short the night in the port. The town is full of great restaurants and historical monu- swim, we sail further to the town of Komiža or Vis for overnight. ments - of special interest are the famous Zadar Sea Organs and “The Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Wednesday KOMIŽA/VIS – BIŠEVO (BLUE CAVE) – STARIGRAD Wednesday ZADAR - VODICE Early in the morning we cruise towards the little Biševo island to visit the Blue Today we head back along the Dalmatian coast with a stop for a swim in one cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. As sometimes weather conditions of the beautiful bays. After lunch we cruise to the popular lively resort town of can be very unpredictable, the possibility of our visit will depend on those Vodice, where we spend the night. Here one can enjoy the beautiful terraces conditions. After a short visit to Komiža/Vis town, we continue towards Stari of local restaurants and cafes or simply walk along wonderful beaches of this grad on the Hvar island, the sunniest Adriatic island. typical Dalmatian town. Vis Thursday STARI GRAD - BOL Šibenik Thursday VODICE - TROGIR After breakfast we cruise towards the beautiful Brač island and the famous Depart after breakfast with a swimming stop in one of the bays. After lunch town of Bol. Swimming is planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia – cruise to the old Dalmatian town Trogir, sometimes referred to as “miniature .Zlatni Rat (the Golden Horn). Bol is a typical fishermen’s town converted into Venice” or a floating museum town a popular tourist destination. Hike or rent a scooter up to Vidova Gora for a Friday TROGIR - SPLIT spectacular view of Bol and surroundings. Overnight. Back to Split Riviera with a whole day of swimming ahead! Stop in one of the Friday BOL – SPLIT bays on the Čiovo island (connected to Trogir by a bridge). Late afternoon we The last day is spent continue toward the last port of call while enjoying the magnificent view of Split Riviera. Join our guided tour of Split with an English speaking guide – of mostly relaxing and Optional excursions: swimming in differ- special interest is the Diocletian palace. Overnight in Split. ent quiet bays of Brač Saturday CETINA RIVER RAFTING SPLIT island. Late afternoon Time to say goodbye to your new friends and check out after breakfast. return to Split, join our CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE sightseeing tour of the KRKA WATERFALLS old town (Diocletian’s palace). Last overnight PLITVICE LAKES Optional excursions: is in the port of Split. BOL WINE TASTING MOSTAR Saturday SPLIT KORČULA WINE TASTING Early breakfast and time KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER SKRADIN WINE EXPERIENCE to say goodbye to the EXPERIENCE PLITVICE LAKES crew and all your new MOSTAR SIGHTSEEING: Zadar, Trogir, Šibenik, Split friends. Krka waterfalls SIGHTSEEING: Split, Korčula Biševo (Blue cave) VIS WINE TASTING UNDERGROUND TUNNELS 16 TOUR ON VIS 17 katarina-line.com Opatija

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Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Telašćica Šibenik Zlarin Guaranteed departures Trogir Split Guaranteed departures Omiš Primošten Supetar Makarska Northern pearls Cruise KL6 Southern pearls Bol Cruise KL7 Stari Grad One way cruise One way cruise Vis Hvar Šćedro KL 7 Komiža Trstenik Departures from Opatija or Split Itinerary: Departures from Split or Dubrovnik Korčula Mljet Šipan Saturday OPATIJA - KRK ISLAND Pomena Dubrovnik 7 Departure with lunch on board followed by a swim stop in the crystal clear sea 7 Itinerary: Lastovo on route to Krk island - the largest of the Croatian islands. Evening at leisure nights to enjoy numerous cafes and restaurants alongside the waterfront. Overnight nights in town of Krk. Saturday SPLIT – MAKARSKA Departure from Split harbour to cruise along the Dalmatian coast towards Makar- Sunday KRK ISLAND - RAB ISLAND ska Riviera. After lunch arrival at Omiš, a picturesque town surrounded by steep After breakfast we cruise towards Rab island known as the “island of love”. rocky mountain cliffs, where the river Cetina flows into the Adriatic sea. Try Cetina Sightseeing of the town, encircled by medieval walls, Romanesque church river rafting or zip line over Cetina river canyon and meet the ship again in Makar- towers, churches and palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Overnight ska. Overnight in Makarska. in town of Rab. Sunday MAKARSKA – BOL (BRAČ) - STARI GRAD Monday RAB ISLAND - ZADAR This morning we continue our cruise towards the next destination – the island of Morning cruise from Rab towards Zadar along Pag island with a swim stop on Brač, more precisely to the town of Bol, known for its famous Zlatni Rat beach the tiny MAUN island. Enjoy guided tour of the city, which was the metropolis (Golden horn). After swimming break and lunch we continue our journey towards of Dalmatia for centuries, and today the centre of the region. Visit the famous Stari Grad on the Hvar island, the sunniest Adriatic island. Free afternoon to ex- Zadar Sea Organs and “The Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Overnight plore this unique town, a part of world heritage protected by UNESCO. in Zadar. Monday STARI GRAD - HVAR Tuesday ZADAR - KORNATI/VODICE Our next destination is the island of Hvar, the longest and sunniest Adriatic island, Morning departure for the National Park Kornati, which consists of 89 islands, a favourite destination for jet setters from all around the world. Afterlunch we islets and rocks. Enjoy the ruins of the ancient Illyrian fortress, Roman villas, stop for swimming, relaxing and refreshment in clear, crystal bluesea at nearby old Christian church of St Mary and medieval fortresses and settlements that Pakleni islands. Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon hours followed by sightseeing of add to the value of the islands, and reefs that are sometimes as steep as 100 this extraordinary town. m deep in the sea. Afterwards we continue to Vodice, a typical small Dalmatian town, where we will overnight. Tuesday HVAR – VIS In the early morning hours we cruise towards the island of Vis, which was a stra- Wednesday VODICE – KRKA WATERFALLS/PRIMOŠTEN tegic navy harbour due to its unique geographical position and as such closed Enjoy the beautiful view of the Krka River Canyon while cruising towards the to the public until recently. Because of its isolation, Vis has a specialcharm -‘the Primošten town of Primošten. After lunch you will admire the astonishing nature and Mediterranean as it once was’ which makes it really interesting to see. Overnight waterfalls of the National Park during sightseeing. Enjoy your evening in this is in the town of Vis. fascinating, picturesque small town. This is the place to taste the local wines and everything for which this city is known. Overnight in Primošten. Wednesday VIS – KORČULA Before breakfast we depart towards Korčula, the birthplace of famous explorer Opatija Thursday PRIMOŠTEN – TROGIR and adventurer Marco Polo. Surrounded by medieval walls, Korčula resembles a Today we head for “Little Venice”, or the floating museum town as Trogir is miniature Dubrovnik when approaching from the sea. It has more legends, tales .often called. Located on a small island, connected to the mainland and Čiovo and monuments than you will find anywhere else. Overnight in port peninsula by two bridges, the town is a magical place that offers plenty of cul- Krk tural and historical monuments, charming small “konobas” – croatian taverns Thursday KORČULA – MLJET - ŠIPAN or SLANO and restaurants that offer a wide range of typical Dalmatian specialties. We continue cruising towards one of the greenest Adriatic islands – the island of Cres Overnight in Trogir harbour. Mljet, where on the western part, the National Park is situated. Explore the beau- ties of the National Park. We continue our cruise towards Šipan, part of Elaphite - TROGIR – SPLIT islands near Dubrovnik, or towards Slano on the coastline, both are small fisher Rab Friday .Our final destination is situated near Trogir, giving us ample time for swimming men’s villages where we will overnight in the port and sunbathing in one of the bays of the Čiovo peninsula or the Šolta island in Lošinj the little village Stomorska. In the afternoon hours we continue our cruise to Friday ŠIPAN or SLANO – DUBROVNIK Split, enjoying the astonishing view of Split Riviera. Early in the morning we depart :towards our final destination – a Optional excursions Ilovik Molat Saturday SPLIT true pearl of the Adriatic. Sight- After breakfast we say goodbye to the crew and new friends with the hope of seeing of Dubrovnik followed by CETINA RIVER RAFTING Zadar meeting again on one of the Katarina line ships. an optional cable car ride up to CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE Optional excursions: Srđ mountain for spectacular KRKA WATERFALLS Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle or vice-versa for Split - Opatija itinerary views of the old town. We recom- PLITVICE LAKES MOSTAR Vodice mend a stroll along the city walls. WINE TASTINGS IN BOL, HVAR; Telašćica Overnight in the harbour Gruž. KORČULA & VIS SKRADIN WINE EXPERIENCE NP Kornati Šibenik Zlarin UNDERGROUND TUNNELS TOUR SIGHTSEEING: Opatija, Krk, Rab, Saturday Trogir Split DUBROVNIK ON VIS Zadar, Trogir, Split Omiš After breakfast you will say good- Primošten OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI FROM PLITVICE LAKES bye to the crew and your new Supetar Makarska DUBROVNIK VENICE friends with the hope of meeting Bol RENT A BIKE ON MLJET KRK ISLAND WINE EXPERIENCE again on one of the ships of Ka- Stari Grad tarina line fleet! KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER WAKEBOARDING & EXPERIENCE Vis Hvar Šćedro WATERSKIING ON KRK ISLAND MOSTAR Komiža Trstenik or vice-versa for KL 6 RAB CAKE TASTING Makarska DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR Korčula Dubrovnik - Split KRKA WATERFALLS SEA KAYAKING AROUND Mljet Šipan itinerary DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS Pomena Dubrovnik Lastovo MONTENEGRO SIGHTSEEING: Hvar, Korčula, 18 19 Split or Dubrovnik Guaranteed departures Adriatic explorer Cruise KL8 One way cruise Departures from Dubrovnik and Opatija Itinerary:

Saturday DUBROVNIK – SLANO Departure from Dubrovnik to cruise along the magnificent Dalmatian coast to 7 the village Slano, situated north of Dubrovnik, where we overnight. In this for- .nights mer fishermen’s village one can enjoy the tranquillity and harmony of nature Sunday SLANO – KORČULA Morning cruise towards Korčula, the birthplace of famous explorer and adventurer Marco Polo. Surrounded by medieval walls, Korčula resembles a miniature Dubrovnik when approaching from the sea, and the city has more legends, tales and monuments than you will find anywhere else. In the town of Korčula, enjoy a walk through the streets of the old town. Overnight in port of Korčula. Monday KORČULA – SPLIT From Korčula we continue our cruise to Split, the capital of the Dalmatian region and the second largest city in Croatia. Upon arrival, we recommend walking through the old city center, 1700 year old Diocletian’s palace. Overnight in the port of Split. Tuesday SPLIT – ŠIBENIK This morning, we continue our cruise to the old Croatian town of Šibenik, situated at almost the central part of the Croatian Adriatic coast. Abundant in historical and cultural monuments, Šibenik is listed on the UNESCO list of world cultural heritage. Overnight in the port of Šibenik. Wednesday ŠIBENIK – ZADAR From Šibenik we continue cruising towards Zadar, for centuries the capital of Dalmatia, and the oldest university town in Croatia, well known for its rich historical heritage of world importance, visible at every step. Overnight is in the port of Zadar. Visit the famous Zadar Sea Organs and “The Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Thursday ZADAR – RAB ISLAND Opatija Morning cruise towards Rab island known as the “island of love”. Sightseeing of town of Rab, which is encircled by medieval walls, Romanesque church tow- ers, churches and palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. If time allows walk up Kamenjak hill to enjoy the magnificent sunset and birds eye view of Krk surrounding islands and Rab. Overnight in town of Rab. Friday RAB ISLAND – OPATIJA Cres After breakfast we leave for Opatija. On route experience the beautiful views of Rab the famous Opatija Riviera. Late afternoon arrival to Opatija and take a stroll along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – Lungo Mare to the numerous cafes and restaurants in Opatija or nearby fishermen’s village Volosko – well Lošinj known for excellent seafood restaurants. Last overnight in port of Opatija. Saturday OPATIJA Ilovik Molat After breakfast say goodbye to the crew and your new friends with the hope to meet again on one of the ships of Katarina line fleet! Zadar or vice-versa for Opatija - Dubrovnik itinerary. Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Optional excursions: Vodice Telašćica Šibenik MONTENEGRO Zlarin Trogir Split DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR Omiš Primošten SEA KAYAKING AROUND Supetar Makarska DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS Bol KORČULA WINE TASTING Stari Grad

SIGHTSEEING: Opatija, Rab, Vis Hvar Šćedro Split, Zadar, Korčula, Dubrovnik Komiža Trstenik KL 8 - OBA SMIJERA Slano RAB CAKE TASTING Korčula VENICE Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik PLITVICE LAKES Lastovo

21 katarina-line.com Golden Horn beach (Zlatni rat) of Bol, famous tourist resort on Brač island. Our walking/hiking cruises bring you all the way to the top of Vidova gora hill where astonishing views stretch out of the beach and Hvar island. Guaranteed departures MošćenićkaOpatija draga Bike Cruise Cycle & cruise from Opatija Brseč Itinerary: Kvarner Bay Krk Day 1: Arrival in Opatija - Island Krk Cres DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1 (16 km) Lopar Lunch is served before departure for the two- 7 hour journey to the island of Krk, the largest of Martinščica Rab the Kvarner islands where we will have an easy Lun ride from the town of Krk to village Punat and Osor nights back to the town of Krk. Overnight on board. Novalja Lošinj Day 2: Island Krk Mandre DIFFICULTY LEVEL 4 (36 km) Today you will cycle through Mediterranean scented vegetation, fields of chestnut and fig Ilovik trees to the village of Dobrinj. After Dobrinj you will pass through the vineyards valley to reach the north east part of the island and the unique Zadar town of Vrbnik famous for the golden Zlahtina on further with the group. We highly recom- wines. After strolling through some of the nar- mend a break in a traditional „konoba“ tavern rowest streets in the world and sipping wine, we to taste the famous Pag cheese. In the idyllic Sali continue to the natural port of Punat where we village of Mandre we return to the ship and waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle spend the night on the ship and have our dinner. cruise to the island Ilovik. Dinner and overnight Vodice Other option would be overnight in town of Krk. in Ilovik. Telašćica Šibenik Day 3: Island Rab Day 5: Ilovik Island and Lošinj Zlarin DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2 (21 km) DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2 (21 km) Trogir Split During breakfast the ship cruises to Lopar on the After breakfast we continue towards the island Omiš island Rab from where our biking path will lead of Lošinj. Enjoy the beauty of this small town Primošten us to a sandy beach bay that is very unusual for and explore its streets till lunch on board after Day 7: Istria & Opatija Makarska Kvarner islands. After that we cycle through the which we cycle to the fisherman’s village of Veli DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2 (20 km) or Supetar interior of the island, past wonderful Supetar- Lošinj and visit one of the many bays surround- DIFFICULTY LEVEL 4 (30 km) Bol ska Draga in the direction of the ancient walled ed by pine trees on Čikat peninsula. Overnight During breakfast the ship takes off for city of Rab. Around noon our ship will be in the in Mali Lošinj. Mošćenička Draga on the Opatija Riviera. Stari Grad harbour and after lunch one will have an oppor- From there we cycle along the coastal road with tunity to enjoy the old town atmosphere or to Day 6: Island of Lošinj and Cres spectacular views of the sea and the islands to Vis Hvar Šćedro cycle more to the nature reserve of ‘Dundo’ for- DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2 (20 km) or the town of Brseč, situated above the sea on a est on the peninsula Kalifront and back to Rab. DIFFICULTY LEVEL 4 (45 km) rock. After the break you can decide whether to Komiža Trstenik Overnight in the port of Rab. KL 1 - BIKEAfter breakfast we cycle through the pine and take the same coastal road again cycling back laurel trees towards Cres island with our first to the ship or select a more difficult version to Korčula Day 4: Pag stop in the artistic village of Osor, where you cycle together with your guide to St Jelena hill DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3 (35 km) have the opportunity to return to your ship and back to Mošćenička Draga. Lunch on the PomenaMljet Šipan After a short crossing to the island of Pag we and have a relaxing afternoon or take a more ship and continue to Opatija, where you have Dubrovnik start a tour along the beautiful landscape of strenuous cycling tour towards the fishing vil- a free evening to admire this enchanting city, Lastovo Enjoy our exciting cycling cruises and this island. First stop is village of Lun with thou- lage Martinšćica. Here the ship continues to- walk through the parks or along the 12 km long sand year old olive tree and many stone walls wards the historic town of Cres for dinner and sea promenade. Overnight in Opatija. explore quaint towns and remote that were built by the residents as a protection overnight. villages with astonishing views cycling against the wind. In Novalja you have the oppor- Day 8: Disembarkation Opatija tunity to go back to the ship, or to move Early morning breakfast and check out. with our professional guide from one island to another.

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Telašćica Guaranteed departures VodiceŠibenik Primošten Trogir Split Omiš Bike Cruise Cycle & cruise from Split Radmanove mlinice Bobovišća Makarska South Dalmatia Milna Bol Jelsa Stari Grad Lovišta Vis Hvar Orebić KL 2 - BIKE Itinerary: Komiža Trstenik 7 Vela luka Korčula Day 1: Arrival in Split - Island Brač Mljet Šipan nights (Milna) (L) Pomena Dubrovnik DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3 (17 km) Lastovo .Departure at 1pm with lunch as first service The two hour journey to the island of Brač is the best time to meet your fellow passengers and the crew. Upon arrival in Milna you will cycle to Bobovišća for a swim or a coffee break. On re- turning to Milna we suggest a cycle ride along the coast. Overnight in the harbour of Milna.

Day 2: Brač Island (B, D) DIFFICULTY LEVEL 5 (43 km) After breakfast your adventure will start with a long, but even climb to the crest of a hill, past mulberry and fig trees, pine forests, olive groves and vineyards. The white marble visible here was used for, among other things, the White House in Washington and the Reichstag building in Berlin. After 35 kilometers cycling you will have an opportunity to try domestic food and wine at a little shepherd’s village called Gažul with stone houses situated in authentic Brač platform. Af- ter a long break you still have another 10 km to get to Bol. The breathtaking panoramic views of the neighbouring island of Hvar on the descent to the beach at Bol are well worth the effort of the ascent. In Bol one can see the Golden Horn beach. Overnight in Bol.

Day 3: Hvar Island (B, L) continue the 18 km long road towards Lovište DIFFICULTY LEVEL 4 (33 km) Day 5: Mljet Island National Park where lunch will be served on board. In the af- The island of Hvar is above all famous for its (B, L) ternoon our boat brings us to the popular holi- multicolored rosemary and lavender fields. The DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1 (15 km) day resort on Makarska Riviera at the base of the biking tour takes us through small island settle- While we enjoy our breakfast the boat will take 5,500 ft high Biokovo mountain range. Baška ments, fields and vineyards from Jelsa towards us to lush green island of Mljet also known as voda or Makarska, for overnight. Vrboska and then we descend on an old road Honey-Island. Mljet National Park is a beautiful towards Stari Grad where we have a refreshing area of unique charm featuring two connected This guided cycling tour in Dalmatia starts on Brač Day 7: Omiš & Split (B, L) stop. On the way to Hvar we pass through vil- salty lakes. We cycle around the saltwater lake, island and ends in Omiš exploring amazing coastlines, lages of Grablje and Brusje. The tour ends at the in which there is actually another island where DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1 (12 km) historical city of Hvar where you can climb up to in the twelfth century Benedictines created a After breakfast take the last ride of our Dalma- medieval towns, old villages and picturesque bays. the Španjol, a citadel built on the site of a me- monastery, beautifully secluded, and surround- tian adventure, this time to Radman’s Mills, a dieval castle to defend the town from the Turks. popular resort, to enjoy the beauty of a natural Highlights include visiting great beaches, vineyards, ed by pine and oak forests. After lunch take a Overnight in Hvar. swim in Small Lake or take another ride around park and canyon of the Cetina river. On return to pine woods, cycling on the historic islands and the lakes. Overnight in Pomena (Mljet). Omiš visit the Mirabella fortress which provided Day 4: Korčula Island (B, D/L) safety from the enemy to the local inhabitants exploring Mljet National Park. during the period of the infamous pirates of DIFFICULTY LEVEL 4 (44 km) or Day 6: Pelješac Peninsula & Omiš. After lunch the ship leads us back to the DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3 (24 km) Makarska Riviera (B, L) monumental city of Split which is under UNESCO -Korčula is the island with the most abundant DIFFICULTY LEVEL 4 (30 km) protection. Here we find an abundance of Ro vegetation on the Adriatic. Korčula, along with After breakfast enjoy the sail towards Pelješac man architecture - of special interest is the Dio- Venice, proclaims to be the birthplace of Marco peninsula where life is very much like that on cletian palace. Overnight in Split. Polo so you will see the name Marco Polo eve- an island. The climb ahead of us is not an easy rywhere when you get to Korčula island. The one, but we will enjoy the landscape, which will Day 8: Disembarkation Split (B) medieval town of Korčula is constructed like a help us get through the difficult part. Once we fishbone, main “bone” (street) going from main Breakfast at 9:00 am and then disembarkation reach a viewpoint an extraordinary sight over to make your own way home. gate to the peak of the old town. Overnight in Korčula’s old town opens. Those who feel tired Korčula. can join the ship in Orebić. Rest of the group can

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Ilovik Molat Guaranteed departures PrekoZadar Brbinj Bike Cruise Cycle & cruise from Split Sali Tkon waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Tribunj North Dalmatia Telašćica Betina VodiceŠibenik Primošten Trogir Split Omiš Itinerary: 7 Rogoznica Supetar Makarska nights Bol Day 1: Arrival in Split - Rogoznica (L) DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1 (5 km) Stari Grad Departure from Split towards Rogoznica fol- lowed by lunch. On arrival enjoy cycling tour of several small islands scattered throughout the Vis Hvar Šćedro this typical Mediterranean town. Rogoznica is Murter Sea. There are a series of sandy and rocky a small peaceful place with beautiful beaches coves and the nearby hills offer a magnificent Komiža Trstenik KL 2 - BIKE NORTHencircled by karst and stone. The parish church view of the islands and Kornati. Enjoy old olive of St. Nicholas with a bell tower built in medi- trees and pine forests while cycling towards Pre- Korčula eval Dalmatian style architecture dominates the ko where we join the boat and cruise to Brbinj, town where we overnight. small town where we recommend evening BBQ PomenaMljet Šipan party on board. Overnight in Brbinj. Dubrovnik Day 2: Betina (B, L) Lastovo DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2/3 (21 km) Day 4: Tribunj (B, L) Early morning cruise towards Vodice, a pictur- DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3 (27 km) esque town surrounded by numerous islands and Morning cycle from Brbinj to Sali. On route islets. Seafront cycle across Tribunj and Tisno to -we visit fish and shell hatchery. Sali is a fish- tic Dalmatian town. Enjoy cycling tour to Na Betina, a fishermen’s village located right in the ing village on Dugi otok, the longest island in tional park Krka, which covers an area of more heart of the island Murter in a necklace of is- North Dalmatia. After lunch cruise around Kor- than 14 000 acres on the central and lower part lands. Enjoy the numerous restaurants famous nati islands to Tribunj for overnight. Tribunj is a of the Krka river, whose seven waterfalls will for their fish dishes or take a romantic evening Dalmatian fishing village with stone houses and leave visitors breathless. Especially standing out walk from Betina to Murter and enjoy authen- narrow streets originally an island that was con- with their grandness are Roški Slap (waterfall) tic stone streets with archways, simple peasant nected to the mainland by a stone bridge, and and Skradinski Buk. Lunch on board followed by houses and stone walls covered with climbing has now expanded beyond the former wall that a ride on local boat around National park. Over- plants. Overnight in port of Betina/Murter. used to defend it against the Turks. night in Skradin.

Day 3: Brbinj (B, L,) (B, L) Day 5: Skradin Day 6: Vodice (B, D) DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2/3 (29 km) DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1 (9,3 km) DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3 (49,5 km) or After breakfast cruise towards Tkon, an old fish- Early morning cruise towards Skradin, which lies DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2/3 (24 km) ing village that occupies a total of 15 square km at the point where Krka river plunges into the After breakfast we continue our cycling tour to in the southern part of the island of Pašman and Adriatic Sea. Skradin is a distinctive and roman- Dubrava near Tisno, a typical Dalmatian village of stone houses and streets, spacious squares, lush Mediterranean vegetation with a long promenade and a few taverns and restaurants offering everything you need for a pleasant stay. After lunch cycling tour to Vodice, one of Croa- tia’s most popular tourist towns. Overnight in Croatia is a land of picturesque Vodice.

islands, rich history, Mediterranean Day 7: Split (B, L) vegetation and mild climate DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3/4 (14 km) After breakfast cruise towards Primošten where we start our cycling route across Zečevo to Ro- and the best way to explore it is, goznica. After lunch the ship leads us back to the monumental city of Split, under UNESCO without doubt, by bike. This guided protection and part of the world heritage. Here - we find an abundance of Roman architecture cycling tour in Dalmatia starts in of special interest is the Diocletian palace. Rogoznica and ends in Primošten. Overnight in Split. Day 8: Disembarkation Split (B) Highlights include visiting amazing Early morning breakfast and disembarkation. beaches, local “konobas”, vineyards, pine woods and cycling through the historic islands.

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Cres Cres Bike & Sun Rab Bike & Hike Tovarnele Rab Osor Lun Novalja Osor Lošinj Novalja 7 7 Lošinj Mandre Ilovik nights Itinerary: Zapuntel nights Ilovik Molat Molat Zadar Itinerary: Day 1, Saturday Zadar Arrival to Opatija – welcome speech on board before departureSali towards Krk iswaterfalls- / Wasserfälle Day 1, Saturday land. A swim stop is planned after lunch in a bay on the way to the main town Krka Departure from Opatija harbour for our journey to Krk island. Meet your fellow Sali waterfalls / Wasserfälle Krk. Bike tour to Punat and back to Krk for a lovely free evening is planned imme- passengers and the crew and enjoy a swimstop in a bay or cove on route. Krk Krka Telašćica Vodice diately on arrival giving us ample time to discover this lovely old town where we Šibenik is the largest of the Kvarner islands with immense variety of villages, gentle Vodice Telašćica overnight in the harbour. Bike tour distance approx. 17km, highest point 100m green promenades, bare rocky wilderness, tiny isles and hundreds of hidden Primošten Split Šibenik Trogir bays and beaches. Overnight in town of Krk. Zlarin Omiš Radmanove mlinice Day 2, Sunday Trogir Split Omiš After breakfast we enjoy our morning cycling tour to the wonderful town of Bobovišća Makarska Day 2, Sunday Primošten Vrbnik for lunch and a small swim break. Here we can enjoy the fantastic views Morning cycling through Mediterranean scented vegetation to Punat and on Milna Bol Supetar Makarska of the coastline and explore this magical old town famous for its Žlahtina wine to Vrbnik for lunch. Continue to the Rab island, known as the “island of love”, Jelsa Bol found only in this area. Late afternoon we return to Krk town for another over- Stari Grad where we spend the night in the harbour. Town of Rab is encircled by medieval Lovišta night with dinner on board. Bike tour distance approx. 23km, highest point Vis Hvar Orebić walls, Romanesque church towers, churches and palaces, stone streets and Stari Grad 190m Komiža Trstenik ancient facades. Bike tour distance approx. 23km, highest point 190m. KL - BIKE & SUN Vis Hvar Šćedro Vela luka Korčula Trstenik Day 3, Monday KL 1 - LIGHTDay 3, Monday BIKE HIKEKomiža Early morning departure for Rab island where we cycle around Rab town, fol- Mljet Šipan Hike tour to Kamenjak hill, peak Straža (409m) to enjoy the breathtaking view Korčula Pomena Dubrovnik lowed by lunch on board and free time for swimming or sunbathing or simply Lastovo of the mainland and the Kvarner bay islands. Descend to the ship for lunch. Mljet Šipan strolling around this lovely town to enjoy an ice-cream or cappuccino in one of Optional afternoon walk through Komrčar Forest Park. Captain’s dinner party Pomena Dubrovnik the numerous cafes. Optional afternoon walk through Park Forest Komrčar or on board with overnight in Rab. Walking time approx. 4 hours, highest point Lastovo hike up the Kamenjak hill to enjoy one of the most stunning sunsets and have a 409m. bird’s eye view of Rab and the surrounding islands. Bike tour distance approx. 13km, highest point 75m Day 4, Tuesday Early morning coastal cruise to Barbat, Palit and back to Rab through Komrčar Day 4, Tuesday park. Lunch on board as we cruise towards Pag island, the fifth-largest island Morning departure for Pag island followed by a bike ride from Tovarnele to No- on the Croatian coast. Afternoon cycling from Tovarnele to Novalja, well known valja. Cruise continues on to Molat island or Ilovik island with lunch on board, for its original Pag lace and world famous Pag cheese. We highly recommend free time to stroll around these small peaceful communities where we overnight a break in a traditional tavern to taste the famous Pag cheese and wine. Over- in the harbour. Bike tour distance approx. 22 km, highest point 195m night in Mandre. Bike tour cca 10 + 22 km, highest point 175m.

Day 5, Wednesday Day 5, Wednesday Early morning cycling tour from Molat to Zapuntel and boarding our ship for Continue to the island of Mali Lošinj with lunch and swimstop on route. Hike cruise towards Lošinj island with a possible swim and lunch stop on the way. On from Mali Lošinj to the Sveti Ivan (234m) hill, and then in the direction of Explore the Kvarner bay islands and picturesque arrival in Mali Lošinj we take an afternoon bike tour of this picturesque town as Cycle and hike/walk with professional Katarina Line Veli Lošinj for a swim / coffee break. This picturesque setting in the densely towns cycling while soaking up warm Mediterranean well as of Veli Lošinj with a coffee / ice-cream or / swim break. Return to Mali guide across the island where the ship waits to pick forested surrounding hills with high old stone houses and gardens make it an Lošinj with some time at leisure and optional dinner. Overnight in the main har- impressive site. After a break we head back to Mali Lošinj for overnight. Walk- sun on this new 7 night cycling route from Opatija. bour of Mali Lošinj. Bike tour distance approx. 13km, highest point approx. 80m you up to take you onto the next island for you to ing time approx. 3,5 hours highest point approx. 258m. explore on foot and by bike! Discover local konobas Day 6, Thursday Day 6, Thursday Morning cycling tour from Mali Lošinj to Nerezine and then on to the old town of and their “pršut”, cheese and wines! Cycling to small fishing village of Nerezine after which we continue to the old Osor followed by a walk through the old town full of sculptures and interesting town of Osor situated between Mali Lošinj and Cres islands. Afternoon depar- architecture. Departure to town of Cres with a stop for a swim and lunch on the ture to town of Cres with lunch and swimstop. Evening at leisure to enjoy this way. Free evening and overnight in Cres. charming town. Overnight in Cres. Bike tour distance approx. 24km, highest Bike tour distance approx. 24km, highest point 205m point 255m.

Day 7, Friday Day 7, Friday Morning cycling around the town of Cres with optional visit to St. Francis mon- Enjoy cycling around Cres town with an optional visit to St. Francis monastery astery and museum of sacral art, free time for relaxing in one of the numerous with a sacral museum. Time at leisure at the numerous seaside cafes and shops cafes or a swim. Departure and lunch on the route to Lovran from where we will in Cres. Lunch is served as we depart towards the mainland and stop at Lovran do a lovely refreshing walking tour along the famous Franz Joseph promenade to for a lovely walking tour along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – Lungo -Opatija. Evening at leisure . We recommend a walk to the fishermen’s village of Mare. Enjoy the numerous cafes and restaurants in Opatija or nearby fisher Volosko with its numerous restaurants and cafes and idyllic setting. Overnight in men’s village of Volosko. Bike tour distance approx. 10km, walking time ap- Opatija harbour. Bike tour distance approx. 12km, highest point 75m prox. 2 hours (7,5km, highest point 25m).

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Vis Hvar Šćedro Kvarner Bay KL 2 Cres- WALKDalmatia Komiža Vela luka Trstenik Departure from Opatija Martinščica Rab Departure from Split Korčula Mljet Šipan Itinerary: Pomena Dubrovnik Lastovo 7 Itinerary: Lošinj 7 Saturday: Departure with lunch as first service to the island of Hvar. On arrival in Stari nights Ilovik nights Grad, one of Croatia’s oldest towns dating back to 385 BC, we go for a light Saturday: Molat hike to warm up for the week. Overnight in the harbour of Stari Grad. Win- Arrival at Opatija harbour to meet your crew. Lunch on board is followed by etasting possibility. Walking time: approx. 3 hours Zadar sightseeing of Opatija and a walk along the famous Franz Josef promenade - Lungo Mare. Evening at leisure to enjoy in the numerous cafes and restaurants Sunday: in Opatija or in the fishermen’s village of Volosko. Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle After breakfast we start a long and difficult hike across the island to the town Vodice of Hvar, where our ship will be waiting. On the way enjoy picturesque sights Sunday: Telašćica and pass lovely villages. On reaching Hvar climb up to the Španjol, a citadel Šibenik built on the site of a medieval castle to defend the town from the Turks for a After breakfast walk along the seaside promenade to Lovran from where our Zlarin ship picks us up to take us to the island of love – Rab. Lunch and swim break on spectacular view of the town and islands. Walking time: approx. 6 hours Trogir Split route. Overnight in the charming town of Rab well known by its four towers and Omiš astonishing architecture. Walk up to Kamenjak hilltop to enjoy bird’s eye view Primošten Monday: and fantastic sunset. Walking time approx. 3 hours Supetar Makarska Early morning we leave the island of Hvar and navigate towards Pelješac Bol peninsula, to a small village called Kučišta from where we hike to the highest Monday: Stari Grad peak of the peninsula at the altitude of 961 m. The spectacular views will be After breakfast we hike up to Straža (409m) to enjoy the breathtaking view of well worth the steep and difficult 4 hour climb. After descending we continue the mainland and the islands of Kvarner bay. Descend to the ship for lunch and Vis Hvar Šćedro navigation further south, to the small village of Lumbarda on the island of Trstenik Korčula, for a peaceful evening. Walking time: approx. 7 hours cruise towards the magical island of Mali Lošinj with possible stop for a swim in Komiža KL 1 - WALKa secluded bay. Evening at leisure with overnight in the largest town of all the Kvarner bay islands, Mali Lošinj. Hiking time approx. 5 hours Korčula Tuesday: PomenaMljet Šipan While enjoying our breakfast, the boat will take us to the lush green island of Tuesday: DubrovnikMljet. Mljet National Park is a beautiful area of two connected salty lakes. This Lastovo After breakfast we walk from Mali Lošinj to the Sveti Ivan (234m) hill, and is an easy day of leisure after the difficult climb of the previous day. Take a then in the direction of Veli Lošinj for a swim / coffee break. This picturesque swim, go for a walk or rent bikes and go for a ride. In the afternoon we con- setting in the densely forested surrounding hills with its high old stone houses tinue navigation to the medieval town of Korčula which, along with Venice, and gardens make it an impressive site. After a break we head back to Mali proclaims to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. Overnight in Korčula. Walking Lošinj for another overnight. time: approx. 2 hours Hiking time approx. 4 hours Wednesday : Wednesday : Korčula is the island with the most abundant vegetation on the Adriatic. Our Morning cruise to the old town of Osor, situated between the islands of Mali hike today takes us through vineyards and olive tree groves up to Pupnat, one Lošinj and Cres. Hiking route from Osor takes us uphill to the mountain cabin of the oldest villages in Croatia, at the altitude of 370 m. After refreshments Osorčica (approx. 308m), where lunch is served. A glorious view stretches from we head back down to Korčula where our ship awaits us to take us to the other Osorscica over Nerezine and Lošinj, the open sea and the surrounding islands: end of the island, to the town of Vela Luka where we spend the night. Walking Cres, Susak, Sarkane and Unije lay in the palm of your hand. Return to the time: approx. 4 hours ship and continue to Martinšćica bay on Cres island for dinner and overnight. Hiking time approx. 5 hours Thursday: Early in the morning we start navigation to the island of Brač and the town of Thursday: Bol, known for its famous Golden Horn beach. Our afternoon hike takes us to After breakfast we continue on the longest and possibly most beautiful and the tiny village of Murvica to visit the Dragon cave. It is a protected site and colorful hiking tour. At first we climb up 280m to the village of Vidovići, then visit is only allowed with a local guide. The visit to the Cave excluding the hike continue walking along sheep drywalls towards a Pine forest to reach its peak takes about 2 hours before heading back to the ship. Overnight in Bol. Helm (482m). The route then continues to Lubenice village. After lunch – we Walking time: approx. 5 hrs continue to Valun a picturesque small port where the ship takes us to Cres for dinner and overnight. Hiking time approx. 7 hours Friday: In the morning, after early breakfast, we start another steep and difficult hike Friday: of about 3,5 hrs, to the highest point of the island, Vidova Gora at the altitude Early morning cruise to Opatija from where we have a transfer to the top of of 780 m. Vidova Gora is the highest point of all Croatian islands and gives Učka mountain. The luscious plant carpet distinguishes the natural preserve fantastic views of the mainland and the neighbouring islands. After climbing massif from the rest of the mountains along the coastline. The forests of Učka down to Bol, the ship will take us to Split, the monumental city under UNESCO offer a pleasant freshness in the summer time, and the peak offers a unique protection. Overnight in Split. Walking time: approx. 6 hrs view over the entire Kvarner bay and islands. Lunch break on the peak itself, followed by a descend to Opatija – the pearl of Adriatic. Overnight Opatija. Saturday: Hiking time approx. 6 hours. Breakfast and disembarkation to make your own way home. Check out time: 9am Saturday: Disembarkment around 9 am, after breakfast.

32 33 katarina-line.com Guaranteed departures Guaranteed departures Fit & Vital Fitness Cruise Yoga cruise Yoga Cruise in Kvarner Bay Active holiday break 4 7 Itinerary: Saturday SPLIT – PUČIŠĆA nights nights Departure from Split followed by a lunch on board and a swim break. Continue to Pučišća on Brač island. Get acquainted with the yoga teacher and fellow passengers at the first meditation session. Pučišća is the cradle of the world’s famous stone of Brač. Possibility of visiting a stone-masonry workshop, one of the few stone masonry workshops left in Europe. Overnight in the port of Pučišća. Sunday PUČIŠĆA – KORČULA Early morning exercise on the sundeck, followed by breakfast. After a morning swim in the crystal blue sea, we cruise towards Korčula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. Lunch will be served in the quiet bay near Korčula. Afternoon meditation on board in one of the perfect bays. Late afternoon arrival in Korčula for guided sightseeing of this exceptional town. Optional visit to a nearby village for a typical village dinner experience. Overnight in Korčula. Monday KORČULA – LASTOVO Let the early morning sun embrace you during your TriYoga session on the vessel’s sun deck. Our cruise continues towards Nature Park Lastovo, the fur- thest inhabited island in Dalmatia, which Romans called the Imperial island. Abundant secluded bays for snorkeling and meditating, and for this occasion meditating. Lastovo is famous for its unusually shaped chimneys. Captain’s dinner party on board and overnight. Tuesday LASTOVO – RAVNIK (GREEN CAVE) – KOMIŽA Enjoy your early morning yoga during departure towards Vis island, once Yoga cruise offers specially adjusted daily programs banned to tourists for many years. Vis was, because of its unique geographical position, a strategic harbour for the navy. Near Vis, on the little Ravnik for achieving a perfect balance between your mind, island, a swim stop at Green cave if weather permits. Overnight in Komiža. Opatija spirit and nature. Get away from the rest of the Wednesday KOMIŽA/VIS – BIŠEVO (BLUE CAVE) – Itinerary: world and take the opportunity to unwind. Spend an STARI GRAD Day 1: OPATIJA – RAB While we cruise towards the little Biševo island to visit the Blue cave, a mag- -unforgettable week cruising on the southern Adriatic nificent natural phenomenon, enjoy your early morning TriYoga session (de Morning boarding in the port of Opatija. After cocktails and welcome speech Krk pendent of the weather conditions). We continue towards UNESCO protected departure towards Rab island. Fit and Vital program begins with exercises on Sea from one island to another combined with healthy Stari Grad on the Hvar island. Afternoon at leisure to explore this unique town the sun deck, followed by lunch and swim stop. If time allows walk up to Ka- fresh dishes, exercises and meditation on the clear blue after we end our afternoon meditation. Cres menjak hill to enjoy the magnificent sunset or simply walk through the old town. Overnight in the town of Rab. sea. Thursday STARI GRAD - BOL Rab Day 2: RAB – MALI LOŠINJ Awake your body and mind with early morning yoga on the sun deck. After breakfast we cruise towards the beautiful Brač island and the famous town of During our early morning exercise we depart for Mali Lošinj followed by Bol. Swimming is planned at the most famous beach in Croatia – Zlatni Rat. We a healthy breakfast. Enjoy a massage or a swim before a light lunch and will search for a perfect spot for meditation on Bol, a typical fishermen’s town Lošinj exercises. On arrival to Mali Lošinj walk or cycle to Miomirisni vrt (Garden of converted to a popular tourist destination. Hike or rent a scooter up to Vidova fine scents) or to Čikat bay. Evening at leisure to enjoy numerous cafes and Gora for a spectacular view of Bol and surroundings. restaurants alongside the waterfront. Overnight in Mali Lošinj. Ilovik Molat Day 3: MALI LOŠINJ - CRES Friday BOL – SPLIT The last day is spend mostly relaxing, meditating and swimming in different Zadar Morning exercise, breakfast and cruise to Cres island with swim stop. Lunch quiet bays of Brač island. Late afternoon arrival to Split, the second largest on board followed by afternoon stretching and swimming exercises before Croatian town and the capital of the region of Dalmatia. Guided sightseeing of arrival in town of Cres. Cycle around the entire bay or simply walk to enjoy this Sali the old town and Diocletian’s palace that is under UNESCO protection. .peacefulwaterfalls fi Krka/shermen’s Wasserfälle town followed by Captain’s dinner with entertainment Vodice Overnight in Cres. Saturday Telašćica SPLIT Šibenik Early breakfast and time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends. DayZlarin 4: CRES - OPATIJA Morning exercise followed by breakfast and then cruise back to Opatija Trogir Split while enjoying the beautiful view of famousOmiš Opatija Riviera. Lunch on board and afternoonPrimošten stretching exercises followed by a swim stop. Possibility of disembarking in Lovran to walk the famousSupetar Franz JosephMakarska promenade called Lungomare to Opatija where we overnightBol in the port. Day 5: OPATIJA Stari Grad Fit & Vital cruise ends with early morning exercise and breakfast; check out till Vis Hvar 09:00. Optional tourist-bus tour of Rijeka and OpatijaŠćedro towns or optional kayak- KL - SLIM&FIT ing with KatarinaKomiža line’s guide after check out. Trstenik 34 Korčula 35 katarina-line.com Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik Lastovo Zagreb Guaranteed departures Croatia land & cruise Opatija Land & Cruise KL1

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Zadar Itinerary: Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Wednesday ARRIVAL ZAGREBTelašćica (D) MondayŠibenik RAB ISLAND – ZADAR Arrive in Zagreb and transfer to hotel. Evening at Zlarin (B,L) leisure. Trogir Split Morning cruise from Rab along OmišPag island with a Primošten Thursday swim stop on the tiny island Maun when cruising ZAGREB WALKING Supetar Makarska towards Zadar. Enjoy guided tour of the city,which TOUR (B) Bol was the metropolis of Dalmatia for centuries, and Morning city tour of Zagreb includes walk through Stari Grad the historic Upper Town where, among other today the centre of the region. Of special interest are the famous ZadarVis Sea Organs,Hvar oneŠćedro of a kind sites, visit the St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral, Trstenik KL 1 - LANDthe GovernmentCRUISE Palace and the Lotrscak tower. in the worldKomiža and “The Greeting to the Sun” light Overnight in Zagreb. installation. Overnight in Zadar. Korčula Tuesday Mljet Šipan Friday ZAGREB – PLITVICE ZADAR - MOLAT or OLIB Pomena Dubrovnik (B,L,D) Lastovo LAKES – OPATIJA (B) ISLAND Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice Early departure for Molat or Olib island (depending National Park, consisting of 16 lakes, connected on available space in the small harbours of these with a series of waterfalls. After the tour of the two islands). Both islands are situated in the lakes drive to Opatija for overnight in hotel. northern part of Zadar’s archipelago where one can enjoy peace and serenity. Captain’s dinner party on Saturday OPATIJA – KRK ISLAND board and overnight in ports of Molat or Olib. (B,L) Wednesday MOLAT or OLIB ISLAND - Morning guided tour of Opatija, once the summer and winter resort of 19th Century elite Wilhelm II, ILOVIK – LOŠINJ ISLAND Franz Josef, Gustav Mahler, and Isadora Duncan. (B,L) Transfer to the ship before departure at 13:00 h. After breakfast and morning swim, we cruise Lunch on board followed by a swim stop in the towards Ilovik, the island of flowers after which crystal clear sea on route to Krk island - the largest we depart for Mali Lošinj island, one of the most of the Croatian islands. Evening at leisure and popular islands on the northern Adriatic due to overnight in town of Krk. the abundance of pine trees and clear waters. Overnight in Mali Lošinj. Sunday KRK ISLAND - RAB Thursday ISLAND (B,L) LOŠINJ ISLAND - CRES After breakfast we cruise towards island Rab known ISLAND (B,L) as the “island of love”. Sightseeing of town of Rab, After a morning swim we leave for Cres island, a encircled by medieval walls, Romanesque church long and narrow island covered with oak, beech towers, churches and palaces, stone streets and and pine forests as well as vineyards and olive tree ancient facades. Overnight in town of Rab. plantations. We spend the night in the harbour of this typical medieval town Cres. Optional excursions: Friday CRES ISLAND – OPATIJA (B,L) VENICE After breakfast we leave for Opatija. On route KRK ISLAND WINE EXPERIENCE enjoying the spectacular views of famous Opatija Riviera. Afternoon arrival to Opatija, to take a stroll RAB CAKE TASTING along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – Lungo WAKEBOARDING & Mare to the numerous cafes and restaurants in WATERSKIING ON KRK Opatija or nearby fishermen’s village Volosko – well known for excellent seafood restaurants.

Saturday OPATIJA (B) Included: After breakfast say goodbye to the crew and hope to see you again on board Katarina Line cruises. Sightseeing of Zagreb, Plitvice, Transfer to the Airport. Opatija, Rab and Zadar

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Southern Explorer Wednesday ARRIVAL ZAGREB (D) Sunday MAKARSKA – MLJET (B,L) Arrival in Zagreb, the capital of Croatia - transfer to Early morning departure towards Mljet with stop 10 night/11 day program hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight. on the Pelješac peninsula for a refreshing swim. Af- ternoon visit to salt lakes in Mljet National Park to Thursday ZAGREB WALKING enjoy the sun, sea and tranquillity of this peaceful TOUR (B) island. In the middle of the large lake, inside the 10 Morning city tour of Zagreb. Walk through the his- National park, we visit the monastery and church toric Upper Town where, among other sites, you on St. Mary isle. Overnight in port Polaca/Pomena. will see St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral, the Gov- nights ernment Palace and the Lotrščak tower. Rest of the Monday MLJET – DUBROVNIK (B,L) day at leisure. Overnight in Zagreb. After breakfast departure for Dubrovnik, the highlight of this cruise. Enjoy the beautiful sights Friday ZAGREB – PLITVICE of nature along the way towards “the heaven LAKES – SPLIT (B) on earth” – according to the famous writer Morning departure towards Croatia’s oldest George Bernard Shaw. Arrive to Dubrovnik in the and most beautiful Plitvice lakes National Park, afternoon, followed by sightseeing of Dubrovnik consisting of 16 lakes, connected with a series of and an optional cable car ride up to Srđ mountain waterfalls. Walking shoes are essential for our 3 for spectacular views of the old town. Overnight in hour walk in this wonderful environment! Drive to the port of this magical town. Split for overnight. Tuesday DUBROVNIK – ŠIPAN/ Saturday SPLIT – MAKARSKA (B,L) TRSTENIK (B,L,D) Morning guided tour of Split, a monumental city Morning at leisure to explore Dubrovnik. Around under UNESCO protection with abundance of Ro- noon we leave this magnificent town and continue man architecture – of special interest is the Dio- our cruise towards the Šipan isle or a small town of cletian palace. The tour will end in the harbour in Trstenik on the Pelješac peninsula, where we spend front of the ship for cruise check in, with departure the night. Possibility of visiting a local winery and at 13:00h. Cruise along the Dalmatian coast to on return join the Captain’s dinner party on the Makarska whilst enjoying your lunch and afternoon ship! swim at one of the magnificent beaches. Overnight in the port of Makarska. Wednesday ŠIPAN/TRSTENIK – KORČULA (B,L) After breakfast depart for Korčula, the birthplace of MARCO POLO. Lunch on board in the Lumbarda bay near to Korčula. Afternoon arrival where we over- Zagreb night in port with ample time to wander around this amazing old town.

Thursday KORČULA –HVAR (B,L) Early departure towards the Pakleni Islands for Opatija lunch and swim stop. Lunch followed by afternoon sightseeing of Hvar, the longest island in the Adriatic. The Renaissance cathedral with its original Plitvice Krk tower as well as the oldest community theatre in Europe founded here in 1612. Overnight in Hvar. Cres Rab Friday HVAR (Bol) – SPLIT (B,L) Our next stop will be Brač island. Swimming is planned at one of the most famous beaches in Lošinj Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat near Bol (the Golden Horn). Bol is a typical fishermen’s village turned into a Ilovik popular tourist destination. After lunch we head Molat back to Split where the last overnight is planned. Plitvice Zadar Saturday SPLIT (B) Breakfast and time to say goodbye to the crew and Optional excursions: Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle all your new friends! Transfer to the airport. Vodice CETINA RIVER RAFTING Telašćica Šibenik CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE Zlarin DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR Trogir Split Omiš SEA KAYAKING AROUND Primošten DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS Supetar Makarska WINE TASTINGS: KORČULA, HVAR Bol SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR Stari Grad Included: RENT A BIKE ON MLJET Vis Hvar Šćedro KL 2 - LAND OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI FROMCRUISE Sightseeing of Zagreb, Komiža Trstenik DUBROVNIK Plitvice, Split, Dubrovnik, Korčula GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF Korčula and Hvar Mljet Šipan DUBROVNIK Pomena Dubrovnik Lastovo Hvar KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER 38 39EXPERIENCE katarina-line.com Opatija

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Lošinj Guaranteed departures Ilovik 3 COUNTRIES Molat Croatia land & cruise Croatia, Bosnia and Zadar Land & Cruise KL5 Montenegro Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Land & cruise programs with Sarajevo Vodice Telašćica possible on request Dubrovnik discovery Šibenik Zlarin Trogir Split Omiš Mostar 10 night/11 day program Primošten Supetar Makarska Bol 10 Stari Grad Vis Hvar Šćedro KL 5 - LANDnights CRUISEKomiža Trstenik Korčula Montenegro Mljet Šipan Itinerary: Pomena Dubrovnik Lastovo

Sunday DUBROVNIK (D) Arrival at Dubrovnik airport, transfer to Gruž port to embark on our A plus category ship. Overnight and dinner is planned in Dubrovnik port due to Saturday ŠIPAN – DUBROVNIK (B,L) many different flight arrivals of other guests join- Enjoy breakfast and wonderful nature on the way to ing the cruise. Explore the city and walk the walls. Dubrovnik arriving in the harbour early afternoon Overnight Dubrovnik. after lunch. Sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik followed by an optional cable car ride to Srđ mountain for Monday DUBROVNIK - MLJET (B,L) spectacular views of the old town. Overnight in port After breakfast we continue our journey towards of Gruž. the island and national park Mljet. Lunch on board. The whole afternoon is free to enjoy the salt lakes Sunday DUBROVNIK - in the National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on MONTENEGRO (B) this peaceful island. In the middle of the large lake, Early breakfast, say goodbye to the crew and all inside the National park, one can visit an old abbey your new friends and join bus excursion to Monte- and church. Bicycles can be hired to cycle around negro. A small country with magnificent mountains the paths that surround the lakes or cars for those rising above the Adriatic Sea, filled with natural wanting to go further. Overnight in port Polača/ beauty, clear lakes, fast rivers and serene beaches. Pomena. On return (at approx 6:30 pm) transfer to hotel. Overnight in the hotel. Tuesday MLJET - HVAR (B,L) Early in the morning we depart towards the little Monday DUBROVNIK – MOSTAR (B) island Šćedro where we will have enough time to After breakfast join the escorted bus tour to Mostar, relax and refresh in the clean, crystal blue sea. a town of contrasts, culture, color and cuisine. It Departure for Hvar after lunch. Hvar is the long- is divided not only by the Neretva river that flows est island in the Adriatic, often referred to as the through it but also by religion and culture from one sunshine and jet set island. bank to the other. Mostar, in neighbouring Bosnia and Herzegovina, is where “east meets west” and Wednesday HVAR - KORČULA (B,L) full of contrasts. Overnight in hotel. During breakfast departure for Korčula, the birth- place of MARCO POLO. Lunch on board in front of Tuesday DUBROVNIK (B) Lumbarda. Arrive in Korčula in the afternoon where Day at leisure. everyone is free to do their own sightseeing. On ( DUBROVNIK (B this island you can find more legends, tales and Wednesday monuments than anywhere else. Overnight in port. After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Thursday KORČULA – TRSTENIK (B,L,D) Optional excursions: Leave Korčula and continue our cruise towards the little village and harbour of Trstenik on Pelješac DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR Hvar peninsula that is covered by pine groves and wine- yards. Overnight. SEA KAYAKING AROUND DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS Friday TRSTENIK – ŠIPAN (B,L) WINE TASTINGS: KORČULA, HVAR Early in the morning we continue our trip towards SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR Elafiti islands. A group of islands (Šipan, Lopud and RENT A BIKE ON MLJET Koločep) in the Adriatic Sea west of Dubrovnik at- tract numerous tourists with their amazing scenery OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI FROM and sandy beaches. Swimming and lunch is planned DUBROVNIK at one of the smaller Elafiti islands. Šipan, the larg- GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF est island, is also the most distant from Dubrovnik DUBROVNIK and there we spend the night. KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER EXPERIENCE

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Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Guaranteed departures Šibenik 3 COUNTRIES Zlarin Trogir Split Croatia, Bosnia and Omiš Land & Cruise KL7 Croatia land & Primošten Montenegro Makarska Supetar Mostar Bol Southern pearls cruise Stari Grad from Dubrovnik to Split Komiža Vis Hvar Šćedro KL 7 - LAND CRUISE MOSTARTrstenik Itinerary: Korčula Montenegro Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik 10 Wednesday DUBROVNIK (D) Lastovo Arrive in Dubrovnik - transfer to hotel. nights Day at leisure. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Thursday DUBROVNIK – Tuesday HVAR – VIS (B,L) MONTENEGRO (B) Our next destination is the island of Vis, which was After early breakfast join a bus excursion to Monte- a strategic navy harbour due to its unique geo- negro. A small country with magnificent mountains graphical position and as such closed to the public rising above the Adriatic Sea, filled with natural until recently. Because of its isolation, Vis has a beauty, clear lakes, fast rivers and serene beaches. special charm of ‘the Mediterranean as it once was’ Enjoy exploring Montenegro’s contrasting nature which makes it really interesting to see. Overnight attractions, interesting history, culture and tradi- in the town of Vis. tion. On return at approx 6:30pm transfer to the Wednesday VIS – BOL (BRAČ) - hotel. Overnight in the hotel. MAKARSKA (B,L,D) Friday DUBROVNIK – MOSTAR (B) This morning we continue our cruise to the island Join the escorted bus tour to Mostar, a town of con- of Brač, more precisely to the town of Bol, best trasts, culture, color and cuisine. It is divided not known for its famous Zlatni Rat beach (Golden only by Neretva River that flows through it but also horn). After the swimming break or short walk by religion and culture from one bank to the other. around the village we continue towards Makarska Mostar, in neighbouring Bosnia and Herzegovina, where we overnight in port. is a memorable place to visit, where “east meets Thursday west”. Overnight in hotel. MAKARSKA –PUČIŠĆA - OMIŠ(B,L) Saturday DUBROVNIK – ŠIPAN OR Early in the morning we continue our trip towards SLANO (B,L) Pučišća, a typical Mediterranean place, situated on Guided tour of Dubrovnik. The special charm of this the northern side of the Brač island, cradle of the old city are the buildings that have remained from world’s famous stone of Brač.We continue to Omiš, the time of the old Dubrovnik Republic. Departure a picturesque town surrounded with steep rocky from Dubrovnik harbour Gruz at 1 pm, cruise along mountain cliffs, where the river Cetina flows into the the south Dalmatian coast down to the one of Adriatic sea, ideal for river rafting. Overnight in port. Elaphite islands Šipan, or small village Slano on the Friday mainland, where overnight is planned. Enjoy your OMIŠ – SPLIT (B,L) evening meal and experience the fantastic sunset Today we cruise towards our last destination – the .in one of these small tranquil fishermen’s villages. town of Split, a city under UNESCO protection Upon arrival we recommend a guided tour of Split Sunday ŠIPAN OR SLANO - for a walk through the old city center and 1700 MLJET – KORČULA (B,L) year old Diocletian’s palace. Overnight in Split. After breakfast we continue towards Mljet where we Saturday SPLIT (B) visit the National Park - two salt lakes connected After breakfast we say goodbye to the crew and by a narrow channel to the sea. The entrance in- new friends with the hope to meet again on one cludes a boat ride to the St Mary isle in the Great of the ships in the Katarina line fleet! Transfer to Lake, where the old church and monastery are the airport. found. After lunch, we continue towards Korčula, the birthplace of famous explorer and adventurer Marco Polo. Surrounded by medieval walls, Korčula Optional excursions: resembles a miniature Dubrovnik when approach- ing from the sea. Overnight in port. CETINA RIVER RAFTING Monday KORČULA – HVAR (B,L) CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE This morning we head towards the island of Hvar, KRKA WATERFALLS the longest and sunniest Adriatic island, a favour- WINE TASTINGS IN BOL, HVAR; ite destination for jet setters from all around the KORČULA & VIS world. After lunch we stop for swimming, relaxing UNDERGROUND TUNNELS TOUR and refreshment in clear, crystal blue sea at nearby ON VIS Pakleni islands. Arrival in Hvar in the afternoon GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF hours where we spend the night in the port. DUBROVNIK OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI FROM DUBROVNIK Included: RENT A BIKE ON MLJET KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER Sightseeing of Zagreb, Plitvice, Split, EXPERIENCE Dubrovnik, Korčula and Hvar DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR SEA KAYAKING AROUND Hvar Bol DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS 42 43 katarina-line.com PLITVICE LAKES Guaranteed departures Zagreb Croatia land & Land & Cruise KL7 Southern pearls cruise Opatija Plitvice from Zagreb to Dubrovnik Krk

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Ilovik Molat

Zadar Itinerary: Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice Wednesday ARRIVAL ZAGREB (D) Telašćica Šibenik Arrival in Zagreb - transfer to hotel. Zlarin Overnight in Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Trogir Split Omiš Thursday ZAGREB WALKING Primošten Makarska TOUR (B) Supetar Morning city tour of Zagreb. Walk through the his- Bol toric Upper Town, where, among other sites, you Stari Grad will visit St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral, the Gov- Vis Hvar ernment Palace and the Lotrscak tower. Rest of the Šćedro Trstenik KL 7 - LANDday at leisure. CRUISE Overnight in Zagreb. Komiža Korčula Friday ZAGREB – PLITVICE Mljet Šipan LAKES – SPLIT (B) Pomena Dubrovnik Morning departure towards Croatia’s oldest and Lastovo most beautiful Plitvice Lakes National Park, con- Tuesday sisting of 16 lakes, connected with a series of wa- HVAR – VIS the old town. We recommend a stroll along the city terfalls. Walk through the park, enjoy a boat ride In the early morning hours we cruise towards the walls. Overnight in the harbour Gruž. on the emerald green Kozjak Lake and ride on the island of Vis, which was a strategic navy harbour street train back to the entrance. Walking shoes are due to its unique geographical position and as such closed to the public until recently. Because of its Saturday DUBROVNIK (B) essential for our 3 hour walk in this wonderful envi- After breakfast transfer to the airport. ronment! Drive to Split for overnight. isolation, Vis has a special charm -‘the Mediterra- nean as it once was’ which makes it really interest- Saturday SPLIT – MAKARSKA (B,L) ing to see. Overnight is in the town of Vis. Optional excursions: Departure from Split harbour and cruise along Dal- Wednesday matian coast towards Makarska Riviera. After lunch VIS – KORČULA CETINA RIVER RAFTING arrival at Omiš, a picturesque town surrounded by Before breakfast we depart towards Korčula, the steep rocky mountain cliffs, where the river Cetina birthplace of famous explorer and adventurer CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE Marco Polo. Surrounded by medieval walls, Korčula flows into the Adriatic sea. Try river rafting or zip DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR line and meet the ship again in Makarska. Over- resembles a miniature Dubrovnik when approach- SEA KAYAKING AROUND night in Makarska. ing from the sea. It has more legends, tales and monuments than you will find anywhere else. Over- DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS Sunday MAKARSKA – BOL night in port. WINE TASTINGS IN BOL, HVAR; (BRAČ) - STARI GRAD Thursday KORČULA – MLJET - KORČULA & VIS This morning we continue our cruise towards the ŠIPAN or SLANO UNDERGROUND TUNNELS next destination – the island of Brač, more precise- TOUR ON VIS ly to the town of Bol, known for its famous Zlatni We continue cruising towards one of the greenest Rat beach (Golden horn). After swimming break Adriatic islands – the island of Mljet, where on the GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF and lunch we continue our journey towards Stari western part, the National Park is situated. Explore DUBROVNIK the beauties of the National Park. We continue our Grad on the Hvar island, the sunniest Adriatic is- OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI cruise towards Šipan, part of Elaphite islands near land. Free afternoon to explore this unique town, a FROM DUBROVNIK part of world heritage protected by UNESCO. Dubrovnik, or towards Slano on the coastline, both are small fishermen’s villages where we will over- RENT A BIKE ON MLJET Monday STARI GRAD - HVAR night in the port. KORČULA VILLAGE DINNER Our next destination is the island of Hvar, the long- Friday EXPERIENCE est and sunniest Adriatic island, a favourite des- ŠIPAN or SLANO – DUBROVNIK CABLE CAR tination for jet setters from all around the world. DUBROVNIK After lunch we stop for swimming, relaxing and Early in the morning we depart towards our final MOSTAR refreshment in clear, crystal blue sea at nearby Pa- destination – a true pearl of the Adriatic. Sightsee- kleni islands. Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon hours ing of Dubrovnik followed by an optional cable car followed by sightseeing of this extraordinary town. ride up to Srđ mountain for spectacular views of Included:

Sightseeing of Zagreb, Plitvice, Split, Zagreb Dubrovnik 44 45 katarina-line.com Dubrovnik, Korčula and Hvar Guaranteed departures Ideally connects to

cruises departing from Land Coast Express Opatija or from Zagreb to Opatija or Split Split

Itinerary: Opatija Gateway Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Opatija

Wednesday ZAGREB (D) Transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure.

Thursday ZAGREB WALKING TOUR (B) Morning city tour of Zagreb includes walk through the historic Upper Town, St. Mark‘s Church, the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Lotrščak tower. Overnight in Zagreb.

Friday ZAGREB – PLITVICE LAKES – OPATIJA (B) Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice National Park, consisting of 16 lakes, connected with a series of waterfalls. 3 hour walk in this wonderful environment enjoying a boat ride on the emerald green Kozjak Lake and the street train back to the entrance. Drive to Opatija for overnight.

Saturday OPATIJA (B) Morning guided tour of Opatija, once the summer and winter resort of 19th Century elite Wilhelm II, Franz Josef, Gustav Mahler, and Isadora Duncan. Split Gateway Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Split

Wednesday ZAGREB (D) Transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure.

Thursday ZAGREB WALKING TOUR (B) Ideal 3 night tour visiting Plitvice Lakes National Morning city tour of Zagreb includes walk through the historic Upper Town, St. Park from Zagreb and heading towards Croatian Mark‘s Church, the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Lotrščak tower. Overnight in Zagreb. coast. Available every Wednesday from April till FRIDAY ZAGREB – PLITVICE LAKES – SPLIT (B) October. Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice National Park, consisting of 16 lakes, connected with a series of waterfalls. 3 hour walk in this wonderful environment enjoying a boat ride on the emerald green Kozjak Lake and the street train back to the entrance. Drive to Split for overnight.

SATURDAY SPLIT (B) Morning guided tour of Split and its famous Diocletian palace.

Included:

2 overnights Zagreb 1 overnight Opatija/Split 1 half board and 2 bed and breakfast services Accommodation in 4* Hotel in Zagreb & Opatija/Split Visitor‘s taxes Transfers as per itinerary Entrance tickets Plitvice Lakes Guided sightseeing of Zagreb, Plitvice, Opatija or Split

Post tour options and connections:

Croatia cruise visiting the highlights of Croatian coastline and islands – any cruise departing on Saturdays from Opatija or Split Beach hotel resort stay

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Opatija Ideal 3 night tour visiting Plitvice Lakes Venice National Park from Venice and heading Plitvice to Croatia coastline Available every Rovinj Wednesday from 13 April to 12 October (incl.)

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waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle

Šibenik COAST EXPRESS Venice Zlarin Trogir Split Omiš Primošten Supetar Makarska Bol Itinerary: Stari Grad Vis Hvar Šćedro Komiža Italian Gateway Included: Korčula Venice - Opatija - Plitvice Lakes – 2 overnights Opatija Split 1 overnight Split Lastovo Wednesday ARRIVAL VENICE (D) 1 half board and 2 bed and Pick up at your Hotel in the Venice area or at the breakfast services Venice airports (Marco Polo or Treviso). Transfer Accommodation in 4* Hotel in to Opatija on the Croatian riviera. Overnight in Opatija. Opatija & Split Visitor‘s taxes Thursday OPATIJA WALKING All transfers as per itinerary TOUR (B) Morning guided tour of Opatija, once the summer Guided sightseeing of Opatija, and winter resort of 19th Century elite Wilhelm II, Plitvice, Split Franz Josef, Gustav Mahler, and Isadora Duncan. Overnight in Opatija. Friday OPATIJA – PLITVICE Post tour options and LAKES – SPLIT (B) Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice connections: National Park, consisting of 16 lakes, connected Croatia cruise visiting the highlights with a series of waterfalls. 3 hour walk in this won- of Croatian coastline and islands derful environment enjoying a boat ride on the em- erald green Kozjak Lake and the street train back to Beach hotel resort stay the entrance. Drive to Split for overnight.

Saturday SPLIT (B) Morning guided tour of Split and its famous Dio- cletian palace. End of tour.

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Telašćica Tisno Šibenik Zlarin Trogir Split Guaranteed departures Omiš ORIGINAL Primošten CROATIAN Supetar Makarska YF Cruise SAILING Bol CRUISES Stari Grad Vis Hvar Šćedro KL - JUNG FUN Komiža Trstenik Korčula Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik Imagine 7 perfect days with warm Mediterranean weather on a vintage Itinerary: Lastovo motor-sailing ship full of like-minded under 35’s. Cruise the magnificent Saturday SPLIT – MAKARSKA Wednesday MLJET –HVAR Adriatic coast, relax during the day and experience the hot night scenes. Enjoy lunch while cruising towards Makarska and Ship departs Mljet in the morning, and swim stop of on route join optional Cetina river rafting or Ce- the day will be on Pakleni Islands where we just re- Discover why this particular cruise has become “a must” for the young tina river canyon zip line! Ship docks overnight in lax and chill out before arriving to Hvar later in the traveller.... Makarska port to enjoy Makarska’s night life till the day. This jet-set town is known for its nightlife and early hours. A visit to the famous cave disco is a the bars - the place to be, so get yourself dressed must! and ready to go! The most famous bars are Carpe Diem, Kiva, Sidro, Nautica and many others... Sunday MAKARSKA – KORČULA After breakfast the ship departs for Korčula, be- Thursday HVAR (Bol) - OMIŠ lieved to be the birth place of Marco polo, but it is After a vibrant and long night what better cure than also famous for its scenic city walls and the impres- the enchanting sand and pebbles of the Golden sive fish bone street alignment, which you will no- cape beach in Bol on the Island of Brač. Soak up tice while exploring this charming town. Once night the sun on this popular beach or cycle around the falls get ready to go out and visit Dos Locos cocktail area on the Bol promenade made entirely out of bar amongst many others... the white Brač stone. After a swim break and lunch continue to Omiš to pump your adrenaline up with Monday KORČULA – DUBROVNIK zip line adventure in Cetina river canyon. For those We leave Korčula and cruise to the world famous not so adventurous take a stroll around old city town of Dubrovnik, with another short swim stop centre with numerous monuments witnessing its before we get there in the afternoon. To fully un- history, or have a swim on one of the beaches in derstand the story behind this historic town and the estuary of Cetina river. Overnight in Omiš. its monumental walls, our guide will take you on a walking tour to discover the history of this once Friday OMIŠ - SPLIT highly important and independent republic. To walk Breakfast is served on board while departing to- the walls and refresh with a cold drink in caffe Buža wards the final destination on this cruise. Swim stop is a must, but for an unforgettable finish take a on the way with arrival in Split in time for lunch. Do kayaking tour around the Dubrovnik walls to take not miss out on seeing the numerous sights and excellent shots of them! The ship will overnight in shops in this city, experience the beauty and night Dubrovnik, so get ready for a night out in, what life and see why this city has become so popular many people call, the most enchanting city in the with young people from all round the world. The world. UNESCO protected Diocletian Palace - the heart of the city, cannot be missed as well as a visit to the Tuesday DUBROVNIK – MLJET Bačvica beach that lives both day and night. Early morning departure towards Mljet with the first stop for a refreshing swim. Arrival in Mljet National Saturday SPLIT Park with wonderful salt water lakes and the emer- Early breakfast after which it is time to say goodbye ald green forest that embraces them. The entrance to the crew and all your new friends! ticket includes a boat ride to St. Mary’s Isle, located on the Big Lake. To explore the rest of the park and island, bicycles, scooters or cars can be rented in the port. Overnight in the ports of Pomena or Optional excursions Polače. CETINA RIVER RAFTING CETINA CANYON ZIP LINE KRKA WATERFALLS KORČULA WINE TASTING CITY WALLS KAYAKING DUBROVNIK RENT-A-BIKE / CAR / BUGGY ISLAND MLJET OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO MOSTAR CABLE CAR IN DUBROVNIK SIGHTSEEING: Split, Korčula, Hvar, (Dubrovnik is included) SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR OFF ROAD BUGGY SAFARI FROM DUBROVNIK GAME OF THRONES TOUR OF 50 51 katarina-line.com DUBROVNIK Guaranteed departures Guaranteed departures Gay Cruise Naturist Cruise

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Charming Mediterranean Experience Cres Ideally combined with our Rab Dubrovnik Discovery cruise 9 day land tour of Croatia from Zagreb to Dubrovnik Pula (program described on page 14) Lošinj

Ilovik Molat 8 Zadar Sali waterfalls Krka/ Wasserfälle Vodice nights Telašćica Šibenik Zlarin Trogir Split Omiš Primošten Itinerary: Supetar Makarska Bol Stari Grad DAY 1 (D) ZAGREB Vis Hvar Šćedro Individual arrival in Zagreb, transfer to the hotel. Trstenik KL 1 - Land cruise RHAPSODYKomiža Welcome drink and group get together to acquaint Korčula Ston yourself with your tour manager and others over Mljet Šipan Pomena Dubrovnik a plate of Štrukli, a local speciality in the Zagreb Lastovo area.

DAY 2 ZAGREB – OPATIJA (B,D) After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of Zagreb. Af- ter the sightseeing we proceed to Opatija situated in the picturesque Kvarner Bay, once the favour- ite spa resort of the Habsburgs and the European DAY 7 SPLIT – STON – aristocracy including famous personalities such as DUBROVNIK (B,L, D) Mahler, Chekhov and Isadora Duncan. Dinner and On our way to Dubrovnik we stop in Ston to visit overnight in Opatija. the “MILOŠ” winery and taste the famous “Plavac DAY 3 ISTRIA EXCURSION (B,L) Mali” wine, a very close relative to the Zinfandel. Today it is time to get to know the Istrian penisula Here the traditional wine making has been passed and visit the 2000 year old roman Colosseum locat- on for generations, offering a unique story. Over- ed in Pula. Afterwards relax in picturesque Rovinj, night in Dubrovnik. perhaps the most beautiful town in Istria and an in- DAY 8 DUBROVNIK (B) spiration to many artists. Departure towards Livade Completed in the thirteen century, the old city Du- to sample one of the Istrian tastiest treasures, the brovnik has remained basically unchanged since truffle. Dinner and overnight in Opatija. then. After sightseeing free time to explore the city DAY 4 OPATIJA – PLITVICE on your own. Overnight in Dubrovnik LAKES (B,D) DAY 9 DUBROVNIK (B) -The most magnificent and oldest national park in After breakfast our tour ends with individual trans Croatia under UNESCO protection – consists of 16 fers to the airport, or a choice of optional excur- .lakes connected by magnificent waterfalls. The visit sions, cruises and hotel stays that can be arranged of the park grounds takes approx. 3 hours. Dinner at the Plitvice lakes and overnight. DAY 5 PLITVICE LAKES – ŠIBENIK – SPLIT (B,L) Croatian Rhapsody package includes: After breakfast, we drive from the mountain region Tour manager of Lika via the coast towards the historic town of Šibenik, rich in cultural and historical monuments. Transfers to and from the airports Then we continue to the Bibich Winery for a gour- Welcome drink and info meetings met experience that is more than a simple wine 8 x bed & breakfast in 4 star hotels, tasting - the dalmatian Debit white wine and Cu- except 3* at Plitvice lakes vee of Shiraz & Merlot, accompanied with delicious 4 x dinner in hotel restaurants Croatian style Tapas. Departure towards Split for 4 x high quality gastronomical overnight. experiences in wineries and local restaurants as per itinerary (Zigante DAY 6 SPLIT & TROGIR Truffels / Bibich winery /restaurant Sightseeing (B,L) Tragos / Pelješac winery) At the core of sprawling Split cityscape is the palace Local guides in Zagreb, Šibenik, the Emperor Diocletian built during golden years at Dubrovnik,Trogir, Split the turn of the fourth century. Today’s lunch will Entrances: Pula Colosseum, Diocletian be the traditional Dalmatian dish – Pašticada. The Palace Split, Cathedral in Šibenik, town of Trogir, a UNESCO site, has a fascinating Franciscan monastery in Dubrovnik, 2300 years old continuous urban tradition. The rich Plitvice lakes culture was created under the influence of ancient Greeks, Romans, and Venetians.

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Opatija Venice Lake Bajer Plitvice 8 Rovinj nights

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Šibenik Lakes & Med. HarmonyItinerary: Zlarin Trogir Split Omiš Primošten Supetar Makarska Bol DAY 1 DAY 6 Rovinj – IstriatourStari (B,T) Grad Arrival to the hotel in Venice/Mestre. Our day will start with sightseeingVis Hvarone ofŠćedro the most romantic towns in IstriaKomiža - Rovinj. A walk through Korčula DAY 2 Venice - Bled (D) labyrinths of cobbled streets of this miniature Ven- Sightseeing of the unique Venice by a vaporetto ice that will lead you through some of the mostLastovo pic- boat. Enjoy a walking tour with an English speaking turesque streets in Istria and numerous galleries of guide before returning back to land and continu- unique art pieces leading up to dominating Basilica ing towards Slovenia. Dinner and overnight in the of St. Euphemia where one can enjoy stunning Bled area. panorama view. The rest of the day offers a unique DAY 3 Bled – Bohinj – Bled (B) sensory experiences of olive oil and truffle tasting. Overnight in Rovinj. Enjoy a relaxing tour of glacier Lake Bled, one of the most popular destinations in Slovenia for it’s DAY 7 Rovinj –Lake Bajer - picturesque setting. A boat ride to the island and a visit to Bled Castle. The terrace of the castle af- Plitvice Lakes (B,L,D) Travelling from Croatia’s biggest peninsula, we pass fords wonderful views of the lake and surrounding Gorski Kotar Region and arrive to a picturesque lit- mountains. Our final stop of the day will be the Lake tle town Fuzine to enjoy a walk alongside the lake Bohinj, one of the best kept secrets in the area, Bajer and visit the small cave Vrelo. Traditional which will give you abundance of photo ops, as will lunch awaits at restaurant Bitoraj. the entire day. Overnight on Lake Bled. Continue to water empire of Plitvice Lakes. Over- DAY 4 Bled - Klagenfurt – Wörth night in the Plitvice area. Lake – Bled (B,L) DAY 8 Plitvice Lakes - Split (B, D) Today we visit the neighbour country of Austria, After breakfast, let yourself be carried away by the which means this day will offer plenty of views of fascinating labyrinth of evergreen woods and lakes the Alps, impressive at any time of the year. We connected with stunning waterfalls. The UNESCO pass through the Karavanke tunnel and enter the protected oldest Croatian national park proudly historic county of Carinthia, to a popular vacation carries the title of one of world’s most impressive spot, the 20 km long Lake Wörth for a panoramic national parks. Our journey continues towards Split tour. We continue to the charming Klagenfurt, Uni- for a short evening walk through the UNESCO World versity town with the beautiful Lindworm fountain Heritage site, the largest city on the Adriatic coast dominating the old city square, the Altplatz. After to explore Diocletian’s Palace, built by the Roman the visit, and before returning to Bled via the Loibl emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th century Divine Alpine fresh air, world famous pass, a high mountain pass in the karavanke chain and see the Grgur Ninski Statue, the Cathedral of the Southern Alps, we drive to a lunch on the and Bell Tower of St Domnius. Farewell dinner in Plitvice lakes and 4 more mesmerizing shore of Worth Lake. Overnight Bled. a typical Dalmatian restaurant - konoba. Overnight in Split. DAY 5 Bled – Postojna – Rovinj (B,T) lake sights, Mediterranean historical Today we continue our trip towards Croatia and DAY 9 (B) stop at the Postojna Caves. One of the largest un- After the breakfast, it is time to say goodbye. towns, wrapped in exquisite taste of derground caves system in Europe hides wondrous Transfer to Split Airport or your Croatia cruise by geological creations and is home of the olm. Next Katarina Line. unique gastronomical experiences. destination, Renaissance Predjama Castle situated on a high cliff, tells the 700 years old story of its predecessors and Postojna. After we arrive to Croa- tia, a visit to a family run brewery will open all your senses and the Croatian fairy tale can begin – try out the local delicacies. Arrival in Rovinj in the late afternoon. Overnight in Rovinj.

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