Small ship cruise along the charming Croatian coastline and islands on the lavishly designed, fully air-conditioned Deluxe Superior vessel. Enjoy seven unforgettable days cruising on the southern Adriatic Sea from one island to another with the small ship cruiser. Relax and let the captain, the crew and our tour manager, take care of you. In the morning, relax on spacious decks and sunbathe or refresh in the Adriatic Sea. Afternoons and evenings are carefully planned for you to explore Croatia's finest destinations with local experts.
Mljet national park, Authentic Croatian Village party, Spectacular evening dinner cruise along the old town city walls of Dubrovnik, swimming at Golden Horn beach on Brač island
Split & Dubrovnik Hvar and Korcula Mljet National Park
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Transfer from Split Airport or hotel to the Split Harbour where the vessel will be docked. Check-in from 14.00 h onwards. After settling in, enjoy the guided tour of the city starting at 17.00h. A dynamic port city with a medieval Old Town grown out of the 1,700-year-old Diocletian's Palace, Split bustles with modern life amid its ancient Roman setting. Cafés, restaurants, and galleries cram the cobblestone alleyways, the waterfront and the Marjan Peninsula, making Croatia's second-largest city one of the Mediterranean's most compelling. Return to the vessel for a welcome reception and a cocktail to enjoy the meet and greet party on board. Overnight in Split.
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Morning departure towards the jet-set island Hvar. Lunch on the small Island of Šćedro followed by a swim stop at the Paklinski Islands. Arrival to Hvar in the afternoon. Hvar is the longest Island in the Adriatic and one of the sunniest; known for lavish lavender fields and breath-taking beauty. Upon arrival, join a walking tour of the town. There are many historical landmarks in Hvar, the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower and the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded in 1612, to name a few. Hike up to the town fort overlooking the harbour to get some lovely scenic views of the Paklinski Islands. In the evening, Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment - many restaurants, bars and cafes are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar.
Morning departure from this magnificent town to continue our cruise towards the Pelješac peninsula, well known for its excellent wine. Before lunch a short swim-stop and afternoon arrival to Pelješac peninsula. Today, we move away from the shore inland to explore the rural areas. Afternoon transfer followed by a visit to a local farm to indulge in a typical heritage dinner with Croatian delicacies and local dishes made from their own produce. Late transfer back to the vessel. Overnight on Pelješac peninsula.
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The next morning, head further south to the Mljet Island. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy the boat ride to the St Mary Isle to visit an ancient Benedictine monastery, an old abbey and a church dating from the 12th Century. Return to the vessel for lunch, followed by departure towards Dubrovnik. Late afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik, but before we tie the ropes at Gruž harbour the captain will arrange an evening dinner cruise alongside the old city walls. Enjoy the spectacular views of the magnificent ancient town. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
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After breakfast, transfer to the Old Town for the guided walking tour. Don't miss the opportunity to take the best photos of Dubrovnik as taking a cable car ride from the Old Town to the Srđ mountain to enjoy scenic views of the Walls and the Elaphiti Islands. Afternoon at leisure to find idyllic spots for lunch and dinner. Meander through the narrow, car-free limestone streets – worn smooth under the soles of centuries of pedestrians, exploring the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Overnight in Dubrovnik.
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Early morning departure towards the Korčula island, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula, followed by a guided walking tour of this enchanting town, fortified by the walls. Korčula treasures many legends, tales and monuments, discover some while wandering along the herringbone pattern streets. There is an abundant choice of restaurants for gourmet experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korčula.
Today's destination is the Island of Brač and the picturesque town of Bol. Walk along the promenade or swim at one of the most famous beaches in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat (the Golden cape - known for its gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change its shape). Bol is a typical fishermen’s town turned into a popular tourist destination. Lunch on board and time at leisure until afternoon wine tasting in the facilities of the oldest Dalmatia wine cooperative (dating 1903), followed by the Captain’s farewell dinner with entertainment on board. Overnight in Bol or nearby Milna or Pučišća.
Early morning departure towards Split and upon arrival, time to say goodbye to the crew and new friends! Check-out by 9.00 am, followed by a private transfer to the Split Airport. *The last overnight is not in Split port as the vessel arrives in Split on Saturday morning at 09:00 AM. Legend: B – breakfast, L – lunch, D – dinner, CD - captain`s dinner, T - tasting
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Adriatic Pearl
| Cabins | 18 |
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| Length | 41 M |
MS Adriatic Pearl was launched 2012 and completely refurbished in 2017. She is a premium class 41 m (134 ft) long, 8.5 m (28 ft) wide vessel with a cruising speed of 9 knots. Adriatic Pearl has 18 ensuite cabins, all fully air-conditioned, and she carries a maximum of 40 passengers. She has a fully air conditioned salon-restaurant with a well equipped bar and LCD TV. At the rear of the vessel there is a shaded lounge area with tables and comfortable sofas. The top "sun deck“ is equipped with sun loungers and a jacuzzi and provides a great spot to rest while cruising and to take in the 360 degree views. WIFI is available free of charge in the salon and in the rear part of the vessel.
CABIN SPECIFICATION Lower deck: 8 cabins - 2 twin cabins - 2 double cabins–queen size bed - 4 triple cabins–queen size bed + additional single bed Main deck: 10 cabins - 3 twin cabins - 7 double cabins–queen size bed Cabin furnishings include a cupboard, a cabinet and a window or a porthole. All cabins are equipped with power plugs, LCD TV, safe box and hairdryer. Bathrooms are fully equipped with a shower, toilette and vanity with a sink. Cabin sizes - Lower deck cabins: 14 -18 m2 with bathroom - Main deck cabins: 11,5 -13 m2 with bathroom Beds - Double-queen-size bed (165 x 200 cm / 65 x 79 in) - Twin-two single beds (90 x 200 cm / 35 x 79 in each) - Triple-queen-size bed with an additional single bed.
Croatian Deluxe Superior Ships
| Length | Minimum 47 metres |
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Deluxe superior ships are the newest, smartest and largest vessels that are allowed into the small ports and harbours on Croatia's Adriatic Coast and islands - The best vessels that exist on the Adriatic sea built with high quality materials of solid wood, glass, marble, stainless steel and similar. Minimum 47 meters in length, newly built or refurbished with hot tubs and spacious, superbly designed, air-conditioned en-suite cabins with double or twin beds, 15 to 20 metres in size.
Cabins are equipped with wardrobes, deposit box, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobe, slippers etc.
Included services: airport transfers, buffet breakfasts and three course lunches, Captain's dinner with live music, dinner in a typical Croatian setting, sightseeings, English speaking tour manager, various entrance fees, various tastings, Visitors' tax & port fees, luggage handling, daily cabin service
Nautilus
Launched in 2019. There are 19 cabins on board. There is a spacious dining room on the main deck where you can enjoy your breakfast and lunch and a sun deck to admire the amazing views from. There is a jacuzzi pool on the sun deck, and a large swim platform to the rear of the vessel. While cruising on Nautilus you will swim every day and eat ashore every night in one of the many restaurants that line the sterets of the small ports and harbours that we stay in.
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Rhapsody
MS Rhapsody is a small luxury ship built for the 2021 season. She can accommodate up to 36 passengers in 8 lower deck cabins and 11 upper deck cabins with balconies. All cabins are air conditioned with either port holes (lower deck) or windows (upper deck), private facilities, safe as well as LCD TV. There is an airconditioned restaurant/bar with panoramic windows, a swimming platform and a sundeck with lounge chairs and a Jacuzzi.
Rhapsody is one of the largest vessel allowed into the small ports and harbours that dot the coast of Croatia. But at 50m she is still tiny by ship standards, and her sleek lines and beautiful design means shi will stand out in any harbour.
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Aurelia
Launched in 2020, Aurelia has 9 upper deck cabins with balconies, 2 main deck cabins with windows and 8 lower deck cabins. Click Aurelia Croatia cruise ship for more details. She has been designed and built purely to cruise the coast of Croatia. Built in Croatia, and captained and run by a Croatian crew, she is small enough to be allowed into the small ports and harbours of the Croatian coast and islands, yet largely enough to be able to carry 38 passengers in great comfort.
Markan
MV Markan is the sistership of MV Infinity and had her maiden voyage in 2018. There are 19 cabins from which 9 are VIP cabins with a balcony. Markan Croatia cruise ship.
Ave Maria
The MV Ave Maria (Everglow) sister ship of MV Infinity, is the new deluxe superior vessel with maiden voyage in 2018. With supreme technology, comfort, and latest trends in small ship construction, Ave Maria will offer the best possible Croatia cruise experience. Maximum capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for all guests. Click Ave Maria Croatia cruise ship for more details.
Adriatic Sun
MV Adriatic Sun is a deluxe superior vessel with her maiden voyage in 2018. Click Adriatic Sun Croatia cruise ship for more details.
Avangard
The MV Avangard sister ship of MV Futura, is the a deluxe vessel that made her maiden voyage in 2017. With supreme technology, comfort, and latest trends in small ship construction, Avangard will offer the best possible Croatia cruise experience. MV Avangard offers a maximum capacity of 36 passengers in 18 twin or double cabins, Bathrooms are equipped with toilet, shower, washbasin and hair dryer. A fully air-conditioned upper deck dining room can accommodate all passengers at once, yet offer a great degree of privacy for each guest. The restaurant includes the bar area with LCD TV, with a corner table for buffet breakfast. A portion of the dining area extends outdoors as a lounge area, offering sweeping panoramic views of the surroundings. Free wireless internet access (Wi-Fi), hot tub. Read more about Avangard Luxury Croatia Cruise Ship.
Black Swan
Black Swan is a luxury vessel 48,40 m long and 8,60 m wide with 38 beds in 18 modernly decorated cabins. Guests can choose between five cabins on upper deck with panoramic windows, five cabins on main deck with panoramic windows and eight spacious cabins in lower deck. Air conditioned cabins are air condition, with TV, ventilation, safety deposit box, SOS alarm, smoke detectors, emergency lights and audio system for announcements and light music. Nine cabins have twin/double bed possibility, four cabins are with double beds, three cabins with twin beds and two cabins are triples. A VIP cabin is located at the front of the main deck area. Additional cabin available on upper deck for the tour manager. Read about Black Swan Croatia cruise ship.
Futura
The MV Futura is a 47m (156 ft) long, 9m (30 ft) wide luxury vessel, with a cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built in 2013 with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities Futura offers maximum capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for all guests. Cabins built by up-to-date standards, fully equipped with A/C, safe deposit box, fire alarm and audio system for announcements by the captain or Tour Director. In addition each cabin has life jackets, desk and tabouret, wardrobe, night stand, small sofa and a porthole window. Bathrooms are equipped with toilet, shower, wash basin and hair dryer. Some cabins have indoor passage access to the bar and restaurant area. A fully air-conditioned upper deck dining room can accommodate all passengers at once, yet offer a great degree of privacy for each guest. The restaurant includes bar area with LCD TV, with a corner table for buffet breakfast while each table has an easy-access chair. A portion of the dining area extends outdoors as a lounge area, offering sweeping panoramic views of the surroundings. Free wireless internet access (Wi-Fi). The kitchen is built up to the latest HACCP standards and the lounging sundeck has a total surface of 200m2 (2152 sq ft), partially offering sun-shade cover, providing deck-beds for all passengers and a Jacuzzi. The covered part of the upper deck is spacious enough to accommodate all passengers, tables, chairs with available public lavatory. The vessel has a rear access platform to the sea as well as ladders for easy access to the water. In addition, the vessel offers two outdoor showers and 3 deck lavatories. Read more about MV Futura Croatia cruise ship.
Infinity
The MV INFINITY is a 49m (161 ft) long, 8.8 m (28 ft) wide luxury vessel, with a cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built in 2015 with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. Maximum capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for all guests. Modern cabins, fully equipped with air condition, safe deposit box, fire alarm, emergency lights and audio system for announcements by the captain or Tour Director. In addition each cabin has life jackets, desk and tabouret, wardrobe, night stand, small sofa and a porthole window. Bathrooms equipped with toilet, shower, wash basin and hair dryer. All cabins have indoor passage access to the bar and restaurant area (except two main deck cabins that are connected to restaurant via deck). Spacious fully air-conditioned main deck dining room offering privacy for each guest including bar area with LCD TV, a corner buffet breakfast table and lounge area on the rear of the upper deck. Kitchen built up to the latest HACCP standards. Large sundeck that has a total surface of 250 m2 (2690 sq ft) with partial sun-shade cover of 70 m2 (753 sq ft) and comfortable deck-beds for all passengers all with easy access to Jacuzzi tub. The vessel has a rear platform to the sea with ladders for easy access into the water and offers two outdoor showers and two deck lavatories. Read about MV Infinity luxury Croatia cruise ship.
Maritimo
Deluxe vessel MV Maritimo will have its maiden voyage in 2017. With 19 comfortable cabins, deck Jacuzzi and all modern amenities, Maritimo offers the supreme experience of Croatia small ship cruising.
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Pictures shown below are from various ships in fleet, actual layout of cabins and ship may differ.
Please Note: the deckplan below is an example only (Avangard) and may vary from your ship.
Includes
Shared airport transfers at pre scheduled times onthe first and last day of the cruiseonly
Buffet breakfasts
Three-course lunches with salad and cheese bar
Captain’s dinner with live music
Fresh fruit
Sightseeing in English
English speaking tour manager
Various entrance fees
Various tastings & excursions
For 2025 Tourist tax & port fees
Luggage handling
Daily cabin service
Complimentary water from the water fountain
Tea and coffee are included with breakfast and after lunch and will be available from the bar at other times
Olive oil and wine tasting on board
Complimentary Wi-FI
Excludes
For 2026 - Visitor Taxes and Port Fees to be paid on board EUR60 per week per person
Gratuities
Drinks from the bar
Flights