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Croatia Flyer V3.Indd Croatia By Land & Exclusive Private Ship Let Adriatic breezes waft over you on a white sand beach at the base of rugged mountains. Dine on fresh local seafood with an Italian fl are. Eight national parks hold lakes, waterfalls and islands for explorers and sunbathers alike. Ancient cities, Roman ruins, and the sparkling Dalmatian coast make Croatia a destination unlike any in Europe. Croatia offers gorgeous scenery, historic cities, impressive architecture, charming villages, great food and wine, and plenty of outdoor activities. It is quickly becoming one of the most desirable destinations for travel- Starting at ers seeking a European destination with a twist. You will spend two nights in Split, one before and another after your Adriatic Sea cruise.Enjoy the special fea- tures on board the MS Fantazija (or similar) including a spectacular dinner while cruising along the Old Town city $3999PP/DO walls of Dubrovnik. Taste some of the fi nest Croatian wine excellently paired with Croatian delicacies in Korcula Includes Airfare! and have fun at an authentic Croatian village party & dinner. You’ll visit the beautiful Mljet National Park and enjoy Croatia’s rich history with guided walking tours in Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korcula, and Split. Evenings are spent For reservations call ALKI TOURS docked in picturesque port towns, offering an opportunity to try the local restaurants and specialties. (206) 935-6848 or (800) 895-2554 Or register online at alkitours.com A deposit of $1000.00 pp is due within two weeks of booking the tour to Here’s How Your Tour Will Unfold... confi rm your space. Day 1 & 2–Seattle to Zagreb Day 4–Plitvice Lakes–Split Please make checks payable to: Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice ALKI TOURS We will pick you up at home(in the Seattle Area) and National Park, consisting of 16 lakes, connected with 6417-A Fauntleroy Way SW head for Sea-Tac to board our international fl ight to Croatia. Say farewell as you leave Seattle behind head- a series of waterfalls. 3 hour walk in this wonder- Seattle, WA 98136 ing for your warm weather adventure. (D) ful environment enjoying a boat ride on the emerald green Kozjak Lake and the street train back to the Day 3–Zagreb Walking Tour entrance. Drive to Split for overnight. (B) It’s included... Morning city tour of Zagreb includes walk through Day 5–Split–Makarska • Free shuttle from your Seattle the historic Upper Town, where, among other sites, area home to SeaTac Airport visit the St. Mark’s Church, the Cathedral, the Gov- Morning guided tour of Split and its famous Diocle- ernment Palace and the Lotršcak tower. Overnight in tian palace. Your luggage will be transferred from our • RT airfare from Seattle Zagreb. (B) hotel to the ship. Board our private yacht, the Fanta- zia, to begin our stunning cruise through the isles of • 4-Star hotel accommodations Croatia. We will depart from Split Harbour towards • 7 night stay on a privately Makarska. Cruise along the Dalmatian coast whilst chartered yacht enjoying your lunch. Afternoon swim at one of the wonderful beaches. From there, those feeling adven- • All meals and daily sightsee- turous can join our optional river rafting excursion ing, including walking tour of or zip line on the Cetina River and meet up with the Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes National ship in Makarska in the evening. Overnight in the Park and much more! • Wine tasting • All transfers as per itinerary Where you’ll stay... 3 Nights Zagreb 1 Night Split 7 Nights private yacht The bottom line... DATES: Oct. 3-15, 2017 / 13 days PRICE: Starting at $3999 pp/do SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (Limited availability): Starting at $2250 Includes round-trip airfare! If booking your own aifare to Zagreb subtract $917 port of Makarska where strolling along the streets, you will come across numer- Day 10–Pelješac Peninsula–Hvar ous churches and other architectural and cultural sites. Dinner on own. (B, L) Morning departure towards the jet-set island of Hvar. Lunch stop on the small island of Šcedro followed by a swim stop at the Pakleni Islands. Arrival in Day 6–Makarska–Korcula Hvar in the afternoon. Hvar is the longest Island in the Adriatic and one of the Early morning departure towards the Korcula Island best known as the sunniest; known for lavish lavender fi elds and breathtaking beauty. Upon arrival birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en there will be a short presentation of lavender products followed by a tour of the route. Early afternoon arrival in Korcula followed by a guided walking tour town. One can fi nd many historical landmarks in Hvar: the Renaissance cathe- of this enchanting town with fortifi ed walls. On this Island you can fi nd dral with its original tower, and the oldest community theatre in Europe which more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else while you wander was founded in 1612. Hike up to the town fort overlooking the harbour to get along the herringbone pattern streets. Korcula has an abundant choice of some lovely scenic views of your ship and the Pakleni Islands. In the evening restaurants where you can continue your gourmet experience and there are Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment–many restaurants, bars and cafes many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Over- are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar. (B, L) night in Korcula. Dinner on own. (B, L, D) Day 11–Hvar–Bol/Milna Day 7–Korcula–Mljet/Dubrovnik Our fi nal stop will be the island of Brac and picturesque town of Bol. Walk Next morning we head further south to the Island of Mljet. Join the cruise along the promenade or swim at one of the most famous beaches in Dal- manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and matia–Zlatni Rat (the Golden cape)–known for its gravel promontory shifts enjoy the boat ride to the St Mary Isle, where you will visit an ancient Bene- from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change its shape. Bol is dictine monastery, an old abbey and a Church dating from the 12th Century. a typical fi shermen’s town turned into a popular tourist destination. After Alternatively, you can rent kayaks, bicycles, scooters or convertible cars to lunch on board time at leisure until afternoon wine tasting in the facilities of roam around the National Park or Island on your own. Return to the ship for the oldest Dalmatia wine cooperative (dating 1903) followed by the Captain’s lunch followed by departure towards Dubrovnik. Late afternoon arrival in farewell dinner with optional live entertainment on board. Overnight in Bol Dubrovnik, but before we tie the ropes at Gruž harbour the captain will take or nearby Milna. (B, L, D) you for an evening cruise alongside the old city walls while a buffet dinner is served on deck. Enjoy the spectacular views of this magnifi cent old town. Day 12–Bol–Split–Zagreb Overnight in Dubrovnik. (B, L, D) Early morning departure for Split and on arrival it is time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends! Return bus transfer to Zagreb. (B) Day 13–Zagreb–Home After breakfast you plane awaits to return you home with many great memo- ries to share or to continue on with your adventure. (B) Payment, Cancellation & Tour Information Cruise schedules and tour activities are subject Day 8–Dubrovnik Payments schedule Upon booking, $1000 pp deposit to change due to port accessibility, weather, After breakfast transfer to the old town for the guided walking tour to enjoy 180 Days prior–50% of total tour labor disputes or other unforeseen situations. this magical town. You will have the opportunity to take best pictures of 120 Days prior–100% of total tour The owner or operator of the vessel and Alki Tours may, at any time, cancel, advance or the town of Dubrovnik as we take the cable car from the Old Town to Srd Cancellations Mountain to enjoy scenic views of the Walls and Elaphiti Islands. Afternoon postpone any scheduled tour and may, but Before 181 days–$300 refund pp is not obliged to, substitute another vessel or at leisure to fi nd idyllic spots for lunch and dinner. For those of you with 180-151 Days prior–75% of tour itinerary, and it shall not be liable for any loss more enthusiasm, we recommend you walk the famous walls 1,940 m long 150-121 Days prior–50% of tour whatsoever to passengers by reason of any and take a stroll along the walking street “STRADUN” – both a street and 120 Days or less–no refund such cancellation, advancement or postpone- a square, a promenade inside the city walls. Overnight in Dubrovnik with No refund for unused portions ment. Alki Tours Inc. will do our best to dinner onboard. (B, D) of the cruise/tour. provide equal or better accommodation or activities in such situations. Alki tours reserves Fuel surcharge subject to Day 9–Dubrovnik–Pelješac Peninsula the right to withdraw and/or cancel a tour or addition until paid in full. to make changes in the itinerary and hotel Morning departure from this magnifi cent town and continue our cruise towards We strongly recommend the accommodations whenever, in its sole judg- the Pelješac Peninsula, well known for its excellent wine. Before lunch, a short purchase of travel insurance! ment, or in the judgment of the vessel owner stop at one of the Elaphiti Islands and afternoon arrival to Pelješac Peninsula.
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