CROATIAN ISLANDS SAILING Blue-Roads | Europe
Cruise across azure seas as our motorised yacht takes you to Croatia’s remotest islands - the naturally beautiful gems of the Adriatic. Explore hidden coves, relax on near-deserted beaches and indulge in rich local wines and produce.
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BESCSSS-9 Thank You for Choosing Blue-Roads
Thank you for choosing to travel with Back-Roads Touring. We can’t wait for you to join us on the mini-coach!
About Your Tour Notes THE BLUE-ROADS DIFFERENCE Take part in an olive oil tasting session in Solta These tour notes contain everything you need to know Sample local wine and enjoy a before your tour departs – including where to meet, delicious tapas lunch at the famous what to bring with you and what you can expect to do Bibich winery on each day of your itinerary. You can also print this Explore lesser known areas of the document out, use it as a checklist and bring it with you Dalmatian Coast on tour.
TOUR CURRENCIES Please Note: We recommend that you refresh this document one week before your tour + Croatia - HRK departs to ensure you have the most up-to-date accommodation list and itinerary information available. Your Itinerary
DAY 1 | SPLIT - ROGOZNICA
After meeting in Split, we’ll depart for one of Dalmatia’s prettiest towns, Rogoznica. Here, we’ll have plenty of free time to explore before we climb back on board our vessel for a welcome dinner together.
MEALS: Lunch Dinner
DAY 2 | ROGOZNICA - KRKA WATERFALLS - SIBENIK
This morning we’ll cruise towards Skradin, where we’ll visit Krka National Park for an opportunity to see its cascading waterfalls. With time for a dip, this experience is truly unforgettable. After building an appetite, we’ll gather for lunch at the famous Bibich Winery, where we’ll be treated to some delicious tapas and a wine tasting experience. In the late afternoon, we’ll sail towards the historic city of Šibenik, located in the heart of the Adriatic coast. Before the day is out, there’s time for a guided tour of this historical town, taking in the nearby palace and the Laurent Church for a taste of baroque architecture.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch
DAY 3 | SIBENIK - KORNATI - TELASCICA
We’ll enjoy breakfast on board our boat as we cruise to towards Kornati National Park, stopping at the Illyrian Fortress and the Christian Church of St Mary along the way. After lunch, our journey will carry us to Telašcica, which is surrounded by impressive rock formations, jagged cliffs and a natural salt lake. Our evening meal will be a group affair to round off the day.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch Dinner DAY 4 | TELASCICA - ZADAR
Leaving Telašcica behind us, today we’ll sail towards Zadar, where we’ll have some free time to discover its rich history – which is evident in the architecture and design of the decadent city walls, the medieval basilica and the local villas. After a visit to the Nin Saltworks and a local wine tasting, the evening will be yours to explore.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch
DAY 5 | ZADAR - ZLARIN
Another day in Dalmatian paradise will take us to the island of Zlarin in the Šibenik archipelago, with a free afternoon to explore. Famous for its coral reefs, handcrafted jewellery and local restaurants around the harbour, this island is a treasure trove of delights.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch
DAY 6 | ZLARIN - TROGIR
We’ll spend the morning in relax mode, swimming and snorkelling in Zlarin’s tranquil bays before arriving at our next port of call – Trogir, one of Croatia’s oldest and most celebrated cities. Look forward to a feast of churches, palaces, museums, fortresses and towers.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch
DAY 7 | TROGIR - SPLIT
This morning we’ll venture to a local olive grove, where we’ll have the chance to try different types of olive oils in the warm sun. As we near the end of our tour, we’ll cruise back to Split for our final stop. Here, we’ll discover an abundance of Roman architecture and visit Diocletian's palace on a guided tour. Later, we’ll come together for a farewell dinner.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch Dinner DAY 8 | SPLIT
After a hearty breakfast on board, we’ll say our goodbyes as our tour finishes this morning.
MEALS: Breakfast Tour Information
Meals Blue-Roads Travel App INCLUDED MEALS
Breakfast (B) is included daily. Why not check in for your tour using the Back- Some of your lunches and dinners are also Roads app? included, either in hotels or local restaurants. This handy tool allows you to view your These are indicated by (L) and (D) in the bookings, check your itinerary, see tour maps itinerary. and more – making it the perfect travel Please note that drinks will not always be companion for your Back-Roads trip. included. How to Download the Back-Roads app We will do our best to accommodate any specific dietary requirements you may have. 1. Launch the App Store or Google Play on Please ensure to make these clear to us your device before your tour begins so we can 2. Search ‘Back-Roads’ and click ‘OK’ communicate them to our hotels, restaurants 3. Select the Back-Roads app in the search and suppliers. results 4. Click the download/install button 5. The app should be installed in your device’s applications page
Other Information
Finances
CHANGING MONEY SPENDING MONEY CASH: Foreign money can be changed at Naturally, everyone’s spending varies. Many of banks, airports, railway and tube stations, and your meals are included in the price of your at major hotels (though at a less favourable tour, so this just leaves a few meals and your rate) personal spending to budget for. CREDIT CARDS: Visa and MasterCard are widely Tips for the Tour Leader and Driver are not accepted. American Express is only accepted in included. Tipping is entirely at your some larger establishments discretion; however, if you feel you have CASH MACHINES: ATMS are widely available received exceptional service, it is recommended that you tip £1-2/€ per day for Drivers and £4-5/€ per day for Tour Leaders.
Insurance Passports and Visas
You will need to take out full travel insurance We advise you either to carry a photocopy of before travelling with Back-Roads Touring. your passport (and visa, if applicable) with you Please ensure that you have adequate medical, while abroad, or to ensure that you leave a personal effects and cancellation cover. copy with relatives back at home. We recommend that you carry your insurance This will enable the local embassy or high details with you at all times. You may be asked commission to arrange a replacement if the to provide details of your medical insurance or original should be lost or stolen. a payment guarantee in some countries before If you do take copies with you on your trip, medical assistance can be provided. please ensure that you keep these separate Your insurance company may not assist you from your original documents. with your claim if the instructions given in the It is your responsibility to obtain any visas policy have not been followed. necessary to enable you to travel in Europe or Asia. Contact your local consular office for more information. Transport
We travel in premium mini-coaches equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning and large windows for enjoying the view. With far more flexibility than a standard-size coach, we’re able to take the scenic route – winding through beautiful countryside to the heart of tiny villages and coastal towns. What to Bring
Suggested Packing List Wondering what to take with you on tour? Our packing list can be used as a guide. Please Note: What you pack will depend on the countries you’re visiting and the time of year you plan to travel. The following is a suggested clothing list only, based on our experience:
Sun hat Sunglasses Shorts/skirts Long-sleeved tops Short-sleeved tops Trousers Light jacket Waterproof jacket and Warm jacket umbrella Walking shoes/comfortable shoes Smart casual evening Sleepwear Swimwear and towel wear
Other things to pack:
Multi-use travel adapter Camera Batteries Phone Personal medication Sunscreen Paracetamol or aspirin
OPTIONALS TO CONSIDER:
Motion sickness tablets Anti-diarrhoea tablets Sewing kit Lip balm
That's it!
We look forward to seeing you on tour.