cruise dubrovnik - 8 days

Cruise Information
Starts/Ends in: Dubrovnik
Prices and Departures: Click Here
Breakfast: 7, Lunch: 6
Accommodation: Aboard sailing boat
Services: Captain and onboard crew
Local Payment: No
Port Taxes: Euro 16 (payable at the port)

Day 1: Dubrovnik
Sunday. Dubrovnik. Hail Croatia and welcome aboard! The stunning walled city of Dubrovnik is a true treasure. The cobbled old city streets resemble a jumble of tangled shoelaces filled with cute cafes, restaurants, ice cream parlours, souvenirs and curious. The compact city is full of colour and life and many a while can be spent watching the local traders go about their day.

Your boat will be ready for embarkation/check in at the DUBROVNIK (GRUZ) HARBOUR FROM 13:00 ONWARD. Overnight onboard (Dubrovnik Harbour)

Days 2 & 3: Korcula and Hvar
Dubrovnik – Korcula – Hvar. As our boat sets sail, the coming week will be filled with island hopping, swimming, sunbaking and relaxing with like minded travellers. In addition to a different view from on deck, you’ll enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast and lunch and visit a range of different ports each day. As the sun sets, the world is your oyster; explore the day’s port of call and discover a local restaurant or bistro and sample Croatia’s incredible gastronomy and fine wines. Stopping at the islands of Hvar and Korcula, both are among some of the most important wine growing regions in Croatia. Korcula, an island renowned for its long maritime history and is the reputed birthplace of the great explorer Marco Polo. It is possible to climb the tower, which was said to be his home. It is also one of the most charming and romantic of the 1000 or so islands off the Adriatic coast. Ancient medieval walls surround hidden treasures; you will find architectural delights, including Renaissance palaces, cathedrals, museums and plenty more gems tucked away in its network of old cobbled streets. On day 3, sail to the little island of Scedro for a dip, before continuing to the sunshine island of Hvar. The city of Hvar offers plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars, open long into the night! Breakfast, lunch and overnight onboard – (2).

Days 4 & 5: Mljet
Hvar – Trstenik – Mljet. Setting sail we cruise to the little town of Trstenik on Peljesac Peninsula. Viniculture is popular here and the famous Dingac wine is worth a taste. On day 5, sail to the verdant green island of Mljet, where you can opt for a dip in one of the crystal clear inland lakes or visit the small 12th century Benedictine monastery. A little over half the island is devoted as National Park offering pleasant scenery and is easily navigated by bicycles, motorized scooters and buggies, all available for hire by the harbour front. At dinner time try one of the many seafood restaurants along the waterfront or any one of the tiny local village kavarna’s (tavern’s) throughout the island. Breakfast, lunch and overnight onboard – (2).

Days 6 & 7: Sipan island
Mljet – Sipan Island – Dubrovnik. Cruising to the Elafiti Islands, the anchor will be dropped at one of the smaller islands, offering the opportunity to swim and snorkel in azure blue waters. Sipan, the biggest island, is our choice of port tonight. On day 7, cruise south along the coast to Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic. Breakfast, lunch and overnight onboard – (2).

Day 8: Dubrovnik
Sunday. Dubrovnik. Our week of sun and sailing concludes after breakfast.

What's onboard a Classic boat?

Travelling on a sometimes masted, rigged wooden sailing boat (with onboard motor power) with a range of facilities including dining area and plenty of deck space to enjoy the spectacular views and sea breeze, you’ll be in the company of like-minded travellers. Relax as you let the captain and his support crew look after your needs. An onboard cook prepares breakfast and lunch each day, whilst in the evening, we offer you the chance to explore dining options at our numerous ports of call. Dalmatian food is very good indeed!

‘Classic’ boats offer mostly twin bunk cabins, though dependant upon the craft, triples and double-bedded cabins are sometimes available. An exclusive feature of the classic boat is that all cabins offer - private en suite bathrooms. Additionally classic boats offer towels, plenty of hot water, board games and ample shaded and sun deck space to lounge about! As the cruise offers purely relaxation, it is entirely up to you how you enjoy each port of call. Relax or explore? The choice is yours!

On the go is a specialist operator of Adriatic sailing holidays on the Dalmatian and Kvarner coast of Croatia. From Split, the walled port of Dubrovnik or north from Opatija, discover islands such as Hvar, Brac, Mljet, Krk, Rab, Cres, Dugi Otok and Korcula – reputed birthplace of Marco Polo. Sail Croatia aboard a wooden, rigged, masted sailing boat known as a gulet. Relax, sun bake, swim and unwind at Dalmatian and Kvarner coastal islands and explore the Diocletian Palace in Split, the medieval walled port city of Dubrovnik, Markarska, Bol and Hvar on a choice of Sail Croatia cruising holidays on the Adriatic coast.