Adriatic Explorer from Split Premium - 8 days

Adriatic Explorer from Split Premium - 8 days

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Adriatic adventure with the "Adriatic Explorer from Split Premium" tour. Begin your journey in the historic city of Split, where you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Diocletian’s Palace. Sail through the azure waters of the Dalmatian Coast, stopping at the picturesque Pakleni Islands, the lush Mljet Island, and the charming old town of Korcula. Discover the sun-drenched island of Hvar and the famous Zlatni Rat beach on Brac. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife of Makarska and the serene beauty of Vis. Conclude your voyage in the iconic walled city of Dubrovnik, with a guided tour and optional cable car ride for breathtaking views. With daily opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and exploring, this cruise offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, complete with onboard amenities like olive oil and wine tasting, and a Captain's dinner. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Split - Explore the historic port city and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Diocletian’s Palace.

  • Pakleni Islands - Swim in the azure waters and secluded bays off the coast of Hvar.

  • Mljet Island - Discover the lush forests and salt lakes of Mljet National Park.

  • Korcula - Wander through the quaint old town, known as the birthplace of Marco Polo.

  • Hvar - Visit the sunniest island in the Adriatic and explore its cultural sites.

  • Brac - Relax at Zlatni Rat, Croatia's most famous beach, near the fishing town of Bol.

  • Dubrovnik - Conclude your journey in the iconic walled city, featured in Game of Thrones.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Split

Location: Split

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Lunch

Saturday. Split - Makarska. Welcome to Croatia! Departure from Split Harbour is at 1 pm, as we begin our cruise along the Dalmatian coast towards the Makarska Riviera. After lunch we take a swim stop in one of the beautiful bays before arriving to Makarska, a popular destination for visitors, with many restaurants and bars as well as a beautiful promenade along the famous beach. ...more ...less

Day 2: Starigrad Paklenica

Brani

Location: Stari Grad

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Makarska - Bol (Brac) - Stari Grad. This morning we continue our cruise towards our next destination - the island of Brac. We’ll stop at Bol, a typical Dalmatian fishermen's town. Bol is known for its famous Zlatni Rat Beach (Golden Horn), a natural phenomenon that dominates the other beaches of Bol. A walk along the promenade (approx 2 hours) takes us to the highest peak of all of the Adriatic Islands - Vidova Gora, which towers over the town. After a swim break and lunch, we continue our journey towards Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, the sunniest Adriatic island. This afternoon is free to explore the town and the famous UNESCO-listed Stari Grad Field, the best preserved example of an ancient Greek agricultural landscape in Dalmatia.

Day 3: Hvar

Location: Hvar

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Stari Grad - Hvar. Today we sail around the island of Hvar to the town of the same name. Hvar Island is the longest of all the Adriatic islands and a favourite destination for jet setters from around the world. En route to the town, we stop for a swim at the Pakleni Islands. Take some time to relax and enjoy he refreshment of the clear, crystal blue sea before we arrive into Hvar this afternoon. Hvar’s town offers many cultural and historical sites including the Renaissance Cathedral, the oldest community theatre in Europe and the Franciscan Monastery, as well as the Spanjola Fortress, which towers high above the town. There are also many restaurants and bars that open late into the night.

Day 4: Vis

Dean Pusich

Location: Vis

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Hvar - Vis. The ship sets sail early this morning as we cruise towards the little island of Bisevo to visit the Blue Cave (weather dependant). We then continue to the island of Vis which was a strategic harbour for the navy because of its unique geographical position. As such it was closed to the public until recently. Because of its isolation, Vis has a special charm - ‘the Mediterranean as it once was’ which makes it really interesting to see. We spend the night moored by the town of Vis, on the northern side of the island. The settlement was developed near the remains of ancient Issa, the first urban centre in Croatia. If interested, opt to visit the remains of the Roman Thermal Baths, City Museum or simply take a walk and enjoy the views of the beautiful Roman styled villas along the coast.

Day 5: Korcula

Sandra Blagojevic

Location: Korcula

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Vis - Korcula. Before breakfast we depart towards Korcula, the birthplace of the famous explorer and adventurer Marco Polo. Surrounded by medieval walls, Korcula resembles a miniature Dubrovnik when approaching from the sea. It has more legends, tales and monuments than you can find anywhere else. Today, Korcula is the only place in the world where the Spanish medieval knight's game, Moreska is still performed. Upon arrival, enjoy a walk through the streets of the old town built in the shape of a fish bone. Explore the numerous konobas/taverns, restaurants, cocktail bars and night-clubs located within and around the city walls.

Day 6: Mljet Island

Location: Mljet

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Korcula - Mljet and Slano/Sipan. We continue our journey towards one of the greenest Adriatic Islands - Mljet. This afternoon we take time to enjoy the beauties of the National Park, two salt lakes connected by a narrow channel to the sea and a boat ride to the St Mary Isle in the Great Lake, where the old church and monastery are situated. You can cycle around, and swim in the lakes. We continue our cruise towards Sipan, part of Elaphite Islands, or towards Slano on the coast, both small fishermen's villages where we will overnight in the port and enjoy the Captain's dinner on board.

Day 7: Dubrovnik

Location: Dubrovnik

Accommodation Name: Onboard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Slano/Sipan - Dubrovnik. In the early morning hours we depart towards our final destination, Dubrovnik. Arriving after lunch, we enjoy a guided tour of this “paradise on Earth”, as the famous writer George Bernard Shaw described. Later, there's an optional cable car ride up to Srd Mountain where you can enjoy spectacular views of the old town. We recommend a stroll along the 1940 metre long city walls which offers magnificent views of the old town of Dubrovnik and the surrounding islands.

Day 8: Dubrovnik

Location: Dubrovnik

Meals Included: Breakfast

Saturday. Dubrovnik. After breakfast, say goodbye to the crew and fellow travellers and our holiday comes to an end - Dovidjenja!

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Premium or Premium Plus Ships (North or Southbound available)

  • Breakfast daily, 7 (3-course) lunches and 1 Captain's dinner

    Enjoy daily breakfast, seven 3-course lunches, and a special Captain's dinner during your cruise.

  • 7 nights accommodation onboard an air conditioned ship

    Stay for 7 nights onboard an air-conditioned ship.

  • 7 days sailing off the Dalmatian Coast in the Adriatic Sea

    Experience 7 days of sailing along the beautiful Dalmatian Coast in the Adriatic Sea.

  • Opportunities to swim, snorkel, hike and bike ride

    Take advantage of opportunities to swim, snorkel, hike, and bike ride during the tour.

  • Services of onboard captain and crew

    Benefit from the services of an onboard captain and crew throughout your journey.

  • Daily cabin service & fresh set of towels and bed linen mid-week

    Enjoy daily cabin service with a fresh set of towels and bed linen provided mid-week.

  • Olive oil & wine tasting on board

    Participate in olive oil and wine tasting sessions on board.

  • Guided city tour of Dubrovnik

    Join a guided city tour of Dubrovnik, exploring its rich history and culture.

  • Complimentary water from water fountain

    Access complimentary water from the onboard water fountain.

  • Complimentary WiFi onboard

    Stay connected with complimentary WiFi available onboard.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

    International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.

  • Tip for your crew

    Tips for the crew are not included.

    It is recommended to allow EUR 5-10 per day, per traveller.

  • Port tax

    A port tax of EUR 60 per traveller is to be paid upon cruise check-in.

  • National park entrance fees

    Entrance fees to national parks are not included, with prices varying from EUR 10 - 35 per traveller depending on the season.

Age Policy

Child discount - children under 10 years (in double cabin only) 

Mode of Transport

Sail for 7 days along the stunning Dalmatian Coast in the Adriatic Sea, with opportunities to swim, snorkel, hike, and bike ride, all while enjoying the services of an onboard captain and crew.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights of accommodation onboard an air-conditioned ship, complete with daily cabin service and fresh towels and bed linen mid-week, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay as you explore the Adriatic Sea.

Check out our Q&As

  • What activities are available during the Adriatic Explorer tour?

    During the Adriatic Explorer tour, you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, hiking, and bike riding. There are also opportunities for olive oil and wine tasting on board.

  • What meals are included in the Adriatic Explorer tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily, seven 3-course lunches, and one Captain's dinner.

  • Is there WiFi available on the Adriatic Explorer tour?

    Yes, complimentary WiFi is available onboard the ship during the tour.

  • What is the accommodation like on the Adriatic Explorer tour?

    Accommodation is provided onboard an air-conditioned ship for seven nights, with daily cabin service and a fresh set of towels and bed linen provided mid-week.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the Adriatic Explorer tour?

    Yes, a guided city tour of Dubrovnik is included in the tour.

  • What is the recommended tipping amount for the crew on the Adriatic Explorer tour?

    It is recommended to allow EUR 5-10 per day, per traveller as a tip for the crew, although tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

  • Are there any additional costs not included in the Adriatic Explorer tour price?

    Yes, additional costs not included are international flights and visa, port tax of EUR 60 per traveller, and national park entrance fees which vary from EUR 10 - 35 per traveller depending on the season.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola ...more ...less

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal. ...more ...less

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide. ...more ...less

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This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare ...more ...less

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Apr 12, 2025 - Apr 19, 2025
$1485 $1114 (USD)

Operator discount: -$371 (USD)

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Apr 19, 2025 - Apr 26, 2025
$1485 $1114 (USD)

Operator discount: -$371 (USD)

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Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 04, 2025
$1825 $1369 (USD)

Operator discount: -$456 (USD)

Prices last published on 08-Jan-2025

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    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

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Adriatic Explorer from Split Premium - 8 days

8 Days Starting in Split, Croatia and ending in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Visiting: Split, Stari Grad, Hvar, Vis, Korcula, Mljet, Dubrovnik

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

1145/AESP

Specialist Group:

Family/Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 38

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

There is no minimum child age requirement for this sailing holiday.

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Sailing

Interests:

Wildlife Tours

From: $1485 $1114 (USD) Operator discount: -$371 -25%

NB: Prices correct on 09-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

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