Croatian Heritage Cruise and Tour August 30 - September 11, 2021 Visiting: Zagreb - Pag - Zadar - Sibenik Kornati Archipelago - Krka National Park - Trogir - Split Bol - Hvar – Korcula – Mljet - Dubrovnik/Cavtat Hosted by Robert Jerin We invite you to join Robert Jerin, noted genealogist and host of our annual Heritage and History filled tours for this custom designed exploration of Zagreb, Croatia and its Middle Dalmatian Coastline. We will explore the capital city, surrounding villages and attractions,. Then head to Zadar with its unique Roman Ruins that reflect the antiquity of the land. There we board our new cruise ship, the ms Mama Marija, our home for 7 nights of cruising the Adriatic. Along the way we will encounter craft artisans and experts dedicated to studying and preserving the rich history, culture and heritage of the region. We’ll visit tiny port towns with thousands of years of history and enjoy the wonderful cuisine of the region that is such a rich blend of the many cultures that have sailed these waters over centuries! 25000 Country Club Blvd / Cleveland, Ohio 44070 (800) - 247- 0060 www.protrav.com We invite you to join this comprehensive tour of Croatia. This will be our 20th organized group trip and a return to the Middle Dalmatia region. We take in the the key highlights and the deep history of the region and its people with an itinerary focused on the Northern Adriatic region of Croatia. We’ll feature visits to key coastal cities and some inland gems along the way to learn of their influence on the Croatian culture. The capital city of Zagreb is our base for the first few days of exploring and sampling the cuisine and products of the country. Robert Jerin (216) 225-6338 Included in your land and sea tour: $3225 12 day Cruise and Tour q Escorted throughout by our experienced host: Robert Jerin (Per Person Double Occupancy -Main Deck) q Private air-conditioned deluxe motor coach for all transfers $3550 Per Person Upper Deck Cabin q Welcome dinner and drink at our Hotel Dubrovnik in Zagreb Single Hotel Room Supplement: +$29500 q Welcome reception, 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 5 dinners Single Cabin on the ship is +$1500 q Expert local guides, and tour manager Alen for the entire time Add air from your home city to; q Visit the amazing 16 cascading lakes in Plitvice National Park Zagreb, and return from Dubrovnik Airfare available from most major cities and we q Visit the National Archives in Zagreb with trained researchers will shop for your best options q Visit the Island of Pag to see lace making and cheese tastings Stay 2 more nights in Dubrovnik q Regional wines to sample and local snacks in Pag with local touring: $425 per person in a double room q 7 nights on the mv MAMA MARIJA, daily breakfast and lunch q Air conditioned cabins with private facilites, safes, amenities Your Initial Deposit of $400 per person secures your hotel rooms, the 7 night cruise, q On board Hosted experiences, Wifi, sundeck, swim platform and the motor coach tour. q Captain’s Dinner on board while docked in Mljet Harbor Full Payment is due no later than q Fresh fruits, bottled water, beach towels, afternoon tea & coffee 75 days before departure, June 15, 2021 q Wine tasting at the famous Grgich Vineyards in Trstenik R Price is based on current exchange rate Traditional dinner in the Konavle region near Cilipi for those ($1.15 USD/Euro) and is subject to change if the rate on the 2 night extension in Dubrovnik varies by more than 3% at the time of full payment. Comprehensive Trip cancelation and Travel Insurance available and highly recommended. Cost for this Insurance coverage varies depending on the age of the travelers. Please call for details. For information and reservations, please contact: Michael Benz Professional Travel, Inc. 25000 Country Club Blvd. Cleveland, Ohio 44070 440-734-8800 1-800-247-0060 x4055 [email protected] Day - by - Day Itinerary 30AUG Monday - Depart USA/Canada demonstration and learning class near the old market. Begin your journey to Europe today! Most travelers This food and craft market features Croatian artisans will change planes in the US and again in a European and merchants. Dinner at a local Zagreb favorite this gateway city. evening. (B, D) 03SEP Friday - Zagreb to Pag Depart Zagreb head south toward the coast on a Friday morning. This is our chance to visit the world famous Plitvice National Park! Stroll around the cascading Zagreb’s new Franjo Tudjman airport lakes and enjoy the wonderful nature. Then 31AUG Tuesday - Arrive Zagreb visit a favorite of ours, the Those arriving on flights arranged through restaurant at Villa Rubcic. Professional Travel Inc. will be met at the Zagreb Depart the rugged forest airport and transferred to our centrally located hotel, and head to the coast. The Dubrovnik Hotel in Central Zagreb. Free afternoon Cross over to the Island to wander the local area and enjoy activities in the of Pag. Check into the city center Hotel Pagus and main square right in front of the hotel. This evening enjoy a dinner featuring regional specialties. (B, L, D) we rendezvous for an orientation talk and special Welcome Dinner! (D) 04SEP Saturday - ZADAR board the mv Mama Marija Visit Pag with our local guide including the Museum 01SEP Wednesday - Walking tour of Zagreb of Salt, and the Museum of Lace. Then visit Kolan After breakfast we’ll meet a local expert guide for Sirana Gligora, to see how they produce cheese and a walking tour of the city. The Upper Town with its afterwards, try some cheese and prosciutto with local famous St. Marks church sporting the Croatian Crest wine, bread and olive oil. In the afternoon, head for on its colorful roof top. Evening free in the capitol the town of NIN and its famous church from the 1100s city. (B, L) where Croatians Kings were crowned. We then reach Zadar this evening to board our chartered cruise ship and join the reception on board followed by a welcome dinner and our first overnight on board. (B, Snack, D) Our route on our small ship, the mv MAMA MARIJA 02SEP Thursday - Planned visit; Croatian Archives A day dedicated to assisting with family research with the professional at the Croatian Archives. This afternoon we are offering an optional cooking Sibenik, the first town on the coast settled by Croatians 05Sep Sunday - Zadar to Sali Walking tour of Zadar in the morning. Zadar’s historical center is a compact pedestrian zone, perfect to explore on foot and admire the old walls built in 16th century by Venetians as a defense from Turks. You will see 16th century Port Gate where the Venetian lion (symbol of Venice) still guards the entrance, also see the Square of the 5 Wells, church of St. Donat, Roman Forum (1st century BC) and the biggest cathedral in Dalmatia - St. Anastasia Cathedral. 07SEP Tuesday - Sibenik – Trogir – Split In the morning we start sailing to Trogir, stop on the way for a swim. Lunch on-board, and in afternoon we arrive in Trogir. Free time in Trogir and in the afternoon depart to Split. Walking tour of the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. (B, L) Dalmatia begins here, Zadar is home to Roman ruins and a modern Sea Organ. The town of Sali on the Island of Dugi Otok (Long Island) is a lovely town where sail boaters dock. Lunch on board, departure from Zadar with swim stop and sail to Sali for an overnight. (B, L) 06SEP Monday - Sali to Sibenik Morning sail through the entrance to National Park Kornati which has more than 140 islands with numerous coves and crystal clear waters. Stop for swimming with “en-route” on-board lunch. We continue to National Park Krka with its magnificent karstic beauty and waterfalls, continue by road to join the ship in Sibenik for overnight. (B, L) 08SEP Wednesday - Split, Bol, Hvar Morning departure from Split to Bol said to have the best beach in Croatia for a swim. The Golden Horn is 11SEP Saturday - Dubrovnik/Cavtat a vast, golden pebble beach some 530 meters long, Optional Extension - add 2 nights in Dubrovnik! it is quite unique as it changes shape and position depending on the winds. Continue sailing to the island of Hvar with unique cultural and historical heritage. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Hvar, town with the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare’s Theatre, the Franciscan Monastery and many more historic sights. Evening in Hvar free to explore and dine at one of the local family restaurants. (B, L) 09SEP Thursday - Hvar, Korcula, Mljet After breakfast departure to Korcula. Early afternoon arrival in the port. Lunch on board. Korcula is the The rest of our group will head to the beautiful Hotel acclaimed birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Croatia in nearby Cavtat for a two night stay alongside Polo. Walking tour will take you through narrow, the Adriatic. Cavtat, a half hour boat ride from cobbled streets and will include visit to the majestic Dubrovnik, is a lovely town with one of Croatia’s best Gothic-Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Continue hotels. Enjoy a relaxing open day in this right sized sailing to island Mljet where the Captain of the ship port city and our wonderful views overlooking the will host us for dinner on board.