SOUTHERN DALMATIA, ISLAND HOPPING CRUISE (KL5) 2011 - departs Sundays

DUBROVNIK - KORCULA – HVAR – TRSTENIK – MLJET – SIPAN – DUBROVNIK

Cruise on vintage motor-sailing vessels along the magnificent southern Dalmatian coastline and islands.

For this trip all you will need is a few T-shirts and bathers to spend seven unforgettable days cruising on the southern Adriatic Sea from one island to another. Relax and let the captain and his crew (especially the cook) take care of you. During the day you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and explore the breathtaking underwater scenery of the Adriatic Sea. You have the evenings free to find your choice of restaurants, discover old churches and other cultural and historical monuments.

Itinerary:

DAY 1: SUNDAY - DUBROVNIK
Check in from 13,00h onwards (Gruz harbour) and evening dinner. Due to various flight arrivals of tour participants the first overnight is planned in Dubrovnik - a truly unique town on the Adriatic. The special charm of this old city are the buildings that have remained in tact since the times of the old Dubrovnik Republic. A larger part of the monuments of history and culture belong to the fine but modest Renaissance architecture with some traces of the Gothic style. Use the afternoon to explore the city walls and plan for your last night of the cruise when we return to this wonderful city.

DAY 2: MONDAY - DUBROVNIK - KORCULA
During breakfast departure for Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. Lunch on board near the village of Lumbarda (part of Korcula). Arrival at Korcula in the afternoon where everyone is free to do their own sightseeing. On this island you will discover more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else. Hear the story of the stone walls which were being built over two centuries. Overnight stay in the port.

DAY 3: TUESDAY - KORCULA – HVAR
Early in the morning we depart towards the little island Scedro where we will have enough time to relax and refresh in the crystal clear blue sea. Departure for Hvar after lunch. Hvar is the longest island in the Adriatic. Here we can find the Renaissance period cathedral with its original tower; also the oldest community theatre in Europe was founded here in 1612 AD. The city of Hvar offers plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the night. Hvar is often referred to as the sunshine island.

DAY 4: WEDNESDAY - HVAR – TRSTENIK
We leave Hvar and continue our cruise towards the little town of Trstenik on the Peljesac peninsula, where we swim in the afternoon and spend the night. Lunch on board. Trstenik is a village and harbour in the central part of the southern coast of the island of Peljesac; population 106. Chief occupations include farming, viniculture (the famous Dingac wine), fishing and tourism. The coastline along the town and the neighbouring inlets is covered by pine groves, providing ideal surrounds for swimming. The famous Grgic winery is situated here – have a walk and taste some of their lovely wine!

DAY 5: THURSDAY - TRSTENIK - MLJET
We continue our journey after breakfast towards the island and National Park Mljet. Lunch on board. The whole afternoon is free to visit the salt lakes in the National Park and enjoy the sun and sea on this peaceful island. Overnight in port Polaca/Pomena. In the middle of the large lake, in the National park, one can visit an old abbey and church, or just use a small boat to roam around the National park. Here you can rent bicycles and cycle around the lakes.

DAY 6: FRIDAY - MLJET - SIPAN
Early in the morning we continue our trip towards the Elafiti islands. Elafiti is a group of islands located in the Adriatic Sea west of Dubrovnik. The biggest is Sipan which is the furthest from Dubrovnik, and Lopud and Kolocep (Kalamota) also belong to this group. They attract many tourists with their beautiful scenery and sandy beaches. Swimming and lunch planned at one of the smaller Elafiti islands. Sipan is the location of our overnight stay.

DAY 7: SATURDAY - SIPAN - DUBROVNIK (Montenegro day trip option)
Early departure for Dubrovnik with breakfast on route. Enjoy the stunning natural views along the way to “Heaven on Earth”, according to the famous writer George Bernard Shaw. Arrival at Dubrovnik early morning with the whole day free to explore Dubrovnik, go for a swim or join an optional bus tour to Montenegro. You can explore Dubrovnik on your own or join our guided tour of Dubrovnik with an English speaking guide. Take a walk through Stradun – both a street and a square – for a promenade inside the city walls. For those of you more adventurous we recommend a walk on top of the 1940m long city walls! Today’s meal will be dinner. Overnight stay in the port of Gruz in this magical town.

DAY 8: SUNDAY - DUBROVNIK
After breakfast you will say goodbye to the crew and new friends, and we look forward to seeing you again on your next Croatian cruise!

Excursion option:

Trip to Montenegro on Saturday or Sunday - supplement EUR 55,00 per person (visit Montenegro for a day, a small country with its magnificent mountains rising above the Adriatic Sea as the star attraction, filled with natural beauty, clear lakes, rivers and serenity – bus excursion/passport required).

Optional guided sightseeing in English in following towns: Dubrovnik, Korcula and Hvar. Price EUR 10,00 per person for each guided tour; 10% discount available for 3 or more tours booked in advance.

Cruise Departures:

OBLIGATORY:
 

VISITOR'S TAX & PORT FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED (to be paid on the spot) - EUR 20 - per person per week

Payment:

• 150 EUR per person upon reservation
• balance three weeks before departure

Conditions & Cancellation policy:

• The Captain reserves the right to change the route in case of bad weather conditions
• Departures are guaranteed. Sky Air Services reserves the right to cancel departures with less than 10 participants and changing vessels if need arises
• Guests must abide by the ship rules (found in written form on the ship) especially with regards to not bringing drinks on board.
• In the event of rules being compromised captain reserves the right to ask passengers to disembark

Cancellation conditions - From the day of confirmation

• Until 30 days prior to arrival - advance payment (EUR 165 per person) - non-refundable
• 29-22 days - 25% of the remaining balance
• 21-15 days - 50% of the remaining balance
• 14-0 days - 100% fee
• Name change / date change fee - EUR 20 per person (valid only if the change is done until 30 days prior booked departure, otherwise regular cancellation clause will be applied)

Sky Air Services highly recommend clients to take insurance against cancellation of reserved services

For further information or enquiries please contact us.