Kvarner North Dalmatia Cruise (Superior)

Our journey begins in Rijeka, where boarding is scheduled between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Passengers arriving later will need to transfer to the next embarkation point at Port Krk. Once on board, our representative will welcome you with a drink, giving you the chance to meet the crew and fellow travellers. As we enjoy a light snack, we set sail for the island of Krk. Our first stop is a secluded cove, perfect for a refreshing swim in the clear Adriatic waters. We then continue to either Krk town, the island’s capital, or Punat, where we will moor for the night. Overnight on board.

After breakfast, we set sail for the island of Rab, a journey of approximately two hours. We will anchor in a tranquil bay, giving you ample time to swim and relax in the sun. Later in the afternoon, we arrive at the charming town of Rab, where a guide will meet us for a walking tour. The old town is known for its striking bell towers and is situated on a narrow rocky promontory surrounded by water. The town’s three main streets each offer something different – the Lower Street is lined with cafés and pubs, the Middle Street features boutiques, souvenir shops and ice cream parlours, while the Upper Street leads to four historic churches with their distinctive bell towers. We spend the night on board.

Today we leave Kvarner Bay and sail towards Dalmatia. After a refreshing swim, we arrive in Zadar, the heart of northern Dalmatia. A local guide will take us on a walking tour of the walled old town, where we will see highlights such as the Roman Forum, the circular Church of Sveti Donat, and the Cathedral of Sveta Stošija. You can explore the traffic-free streets lined with elegant boutiques and numerous cafés, or enjoy the unique sounds of the Sea Organ on the Riva promenade, where melodies are created by the movement of the waves. We remain on board overnight.

Today we cruise from Zadar towards the stunning Kornati Islands, often described as a natural masterpiece. This archipelago, the largest and most densely packed in the Adriatic, consists of 147 islands, islets and reefs stretching over 35 kilometres. We navigate through the narrow Proversa passage between Dugi Otok and Kornat, entering the unique Kornati National Park. After exploring this remarkable area, we continue north to anchor at one of the islands in the Zadar archipelago—options include Dugi Otok, Zverinac, Molat or Olib—where we will spend the night on board.

We sail towards the island of Lošinj, renowned for its more than 300 days of clear or lightly clouded sunshine each year and its dense pine forests. Keep an eye out for dolphins—over 220 have been recorded in these waters by the Adriatic Dolphin Project, and with some luck, you may see them playing in the waves. After a refreshing swim, we arrive at Mali Lošinj, where we will spend the evening and overnight on board.

Today we sail to the neighbouring island of Cres, known for its vast olive groves and numerous flocks of sheep. Roast lamb is a local speciality here, reflecting the island’s agricultural heritage. After a refreshing swim, we continue to the charming town of Cres, where we will moor for the night. Overnight on board.

We leave the Croatian islands behind as we sail from Cres along the eastern coast of Istria towards Rijeka. Before arriving, we pause for one final swim in the Adriatic’s clear waters. We spend the night moored in the port of Rijeka, marking the end of our island journey.

After breakfast, we disembark by 9:00 am. We wish you a pleasant onward journey.