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Jewels of the Adriatic8 Days | Split to Dubrovnik

PREMIUM CRUISE HOLIDAY:

Embark on an Adriatic adventure

on board a luxury ship, where each

day takes you to a new island on

the Dalmatian Coast. Explore the

beaches of Brač, ruins of Vis, and

National Park of Mljet as you cruise

from Split to Dubrovnik, enjoying

guided walking tours and sampling

local products along the way.

HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS

Trip Highlights• Split - Wander through an ancient port city

with magnificent Roman monuments and

a bustling nightlife• Brac - Relax on famous Zlatni Rat Beach

and wander around the quaint fishing

village of Bol• Hvar - Soak up the sunniest island in

Croatia with a buzzing and beautiful

medieval town• Vis - Enjoy the tranquility of this secluded

isle where Croatia's first urban settlement

once stood• Korcula - Discover a coastal citadel rich in

Renaissance and Gothic architecture• Mljet - Explore stunning Mljet National

Park, home to shimmering salt lakes and

verdant green forests

• Ston - Stroll along the 5km long medieval

walls and pay a visit to a local oyster

farm to sample some of freshest oysters

around• Dubrovnik - Relive history in the awe-

inspiring, UNESCO-Listed Old Town with

marble streets and Baroque buildings

What's Included• 6 days sailing off the Dalmatian Coast in

the Adriatic Sea• 7 nights deluxe accommodation on board

the air-conditioned M/V Admiral or similar

motor ship• Breakfast daily, 5 (3-course) lunches with

1 drink included, 4 dinners (inclusive of a

Captain’s farewell dinner). Complimentary

wine & cheese tastings.• Airport arrival transfer from Split Airport

on day 1 and departure to Dubrovnik

Airport on day 8• Sightseeing in Dubrovnik, one way bus

transfer and cable car), Hvar, Korcula and

Split• Wine tasting in Vis and oyster tasting in

Ston• Daily cabin service, all linen incl 2 bath

towels, hairdryer, luggage handling and

services of onboard captain and crew.• Escorted by an English speaking Tour

Leader who travels with you onboard the

cruise• Opportunities to swim, snorkel, sightsee

and soak up the sun

• All port taxes, visitors fees and entrance

fees• Complimentary 1 litre of water, a drink

with lunch, tea, coffee as well as fresh

fruit throughout the day• Complimentary WiFi on board

What's Not Included• International flights and visas• Tip for your crew. We recommend you

allow EUR 5-10 per day, per traveller.

Tipping is an entirely personal gesture

COVID SAFE GUIDE

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 : Welcome to Split!

Saturday. Welcome to Croatia! Included

transfer from Split Airport to the Split Harbour

for check in from 2pm onwards. After settling

in, enjoy a guided tour of Split, a historic

town under UNESCO protection and a World

Heritage Site, with an abundance of Roman

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Jewels of the Adriaticarchitecture – of special interest is the

magnificent Diocletian Palace, once inhabited

by the Roman Emperor. After the tour, return

to the ship for a welcome meet and greet, and

cocktail reception on board. Overnight in Split.

Overnight - Split - onboard (D)

Day 2 : Beautiful Bol and Hvar

Split - Hvar. Morning departure to Brač Island

where swimming is planned at the most

famous beach in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat near Bol

– whose gravel promontory shifts from side to

side as the wind and waves constantly change

its shape. Bol is a typical fishermen’s village

converted into a popular tourist destination.

We continue towards the jet-set island Hvar,

with lunch on board at the Pakleni Islands.

Hvar is the longest and sunniest island in

the Adriatic, known for lavish lavender fields

and breathtaking beauty. Afternoon arrival

followed by a short presentation of lavender

products and a tour of the town’s historical

landmarks - the Renaissance Cathedral with

its original tower, and the oldest community

theatre in Europe founded in 1612. Hike up

to the town fort overlooking the harbour for

some lovely scenic views of your ship and

the Pakleni Islands. This evening, Hvar offers

an abundance of entertainment - numerous

restaurants, bars and cafes are all open long

into the night.

Overnight - Hvar - onboard (B, L)

Day 3 : Vis and optional BlueCave visit

Hvar - Bisevo - Vis. Early morning, we cruise

towards the small island Bičevo, to visit the

Blue cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon

(weather dependant and entrances fee paid

on arrival – approx. EUR 14pp). Continue

to the island of Vis, once a strategic Naval

Yugoslav Base and closed to the public. Due

to this isolation, Vis has a special charm –

“the Mediterranean as it once was” making it

really interesting place to visit. Situated on the

northern side of the island, Vis has developed

near the remains of ancient Issa, the first urban

centre in Croatia. Try some exquisite wines in

one of Vis’s traditional wineries. If interested,

visit the remains of the Roman thermal place,

City Museum or simply take a walk and enjoy

the views of the beautiful Village Rusticae

situated along the waterfront. Overnight - Vis

- onboard (B, L)

Day 4 : Enchanting Korcula

Vis - Korcula. Early morning departure

towards Korčula Island best known as the

birthplace of Marco Polo, and stop for lunch

in one of the secluded bays en route.

Afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by

a guided walking tour of this enchanting

town surrounded by walls, and one of

the best preserved medieval cities in the

Mediterranean. The fish bone street pattern

was used in Korčula Old Town, designed to

reduce effects of wind and sun and provide

citizens with sheltered and comfortable

accommodation. Korčula has an abundant

choice of restaurants to enjoy your gourmet

experience and there are numerous bars

and clubs for those looking for evening

entertainment. Optional excursion to small

village near Korčula for typical Dalmatian

dinner and to find out more about the history

and traditional way of living. Overnight -

Korcula - onboard (B, L)

Day 5 : Famous salt lakes inthe Mljet National Park

Korcula - Mljet. Next morning, we head further

south to the Island of Mljet. The legend says

Greek hero Odysseus spent years on this

island when he was captured by the nymph

Calypso. 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 back to

the 12th century. Alternatively, you can rent

kayaks, bicycles, scooters or convertible cars

to roam around the National Park and island

independently, but beware of the nymphs.

Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the island.

Dinner on board and overnight in port Polača

or Pomena. Overnight - Mljet - onboard (B, L,

D)




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Jewels of the AdriaticDay 6 : Slano and themedieval walls of Ston

Mljet - Slano - Ston. Returning to the

Croatian mainland, and continue to the fishing

village of Slano, and then onwards to Ston,

where the towering medieval walls - over

5km long, guard its famed saltworks and

oyster farms. We'll tour one such farm, and

of course enjoy an oyster tasting. Tonight

we'll have a Captain's dinner on board the

ship, accompanied by live entertainment and

music. Overnight - Ston - onboard (B, L, D)

Day 7 : UNESCO-ListedDubrovnik

Ston - Dubrovnik. Early morning departure to

Dubrovnik - a unique town on the Adriatic.

The special charm of this ancient town are the

buildings that have remained from the time

of the old Dubrovnik Republic. A larger part

of the monuments belonging to the modest

Renaissance architecture with some traces

of Gothic style. Before we tie the ropes at

Gruč Harbour we’ll cruise alongside the old

Dubrovnik city walls while lunch is served on

deck. After docking, transfer to the old town

for the guided walking tour of this magical

town. Take the cable car from the Old Town

to Srč Mountain to enjoy spectacular scenic

views of the walls and Elaphiti Islands. We

recommend a walk on top of the 1940m

long city walls! Time at leisure for dinner and

overnight in Dubrovnik. Tonight we'll enjoy

a scrumptious Captain's Dinner. Overnight -

Dubrovnik - onboard (B, L, D)

Day 8 : Goodbye Croatia!

Saturday. Dubrovnik. After breakfast it’s time

to say goodbye to the crew and your fellow

travellers! Check out by 9.00am and included

transfer to Dubrovnik Airport.(B)

HOTELS

Highlighted below are some of the hotels

which we frequently use on this tour, though

we reserve the right to substitute these

hotels to ones of a similar standard.

Please refer to your Tour Voucher for your

confirmed arrival hotel and further arrival

information.

Deluxe Ship

Deluxe ships are a class above our premium

and premium plus ships and are spacious,

newly built ships with well-appointed cabins

featuring twin or double beds. All cabins

have their own bathrooms, LCD TV and are

air-conditioned. Deluxe ships also offer air-

conditioning in most of the common areas

whilst sailing (no a/c when boat is stationary),

free Wi-FI when in port, and have a spacious

deck with sun loungers. Additionally, some

deluxe ships feature gym facilities and

a plunge pool. Exclusive features of our

deluxe category include airport arrival and

departure transfers from Split airport, an

on-board English speaking tour leader to

answer any questions you may have and

provide commentary on the locations and

sights you will see, guided sightseeing tours

of Dubrovnik - including a dinner cruise

and journey on a cable car , Hvar, Split and

Korcula - including a wine tasting tour and a

village feast. Plus, at the end of a wonderful

week sailing all our deluxe cruises come to

a close with a delicious Captain’s farewell

dinner.

Deluxe Superior Ship

Come aboard, sit back and simply relax…

Our Deluxe Superior Ships are of the highest

quality and category of ship available on

the Adriatic Sea, so you’ll be travelling in

style! The newly refurbished ships include

hot tub/jacuzzi or plunge pool and on some

ships, a gym. The air-conditioned meal

and bar area is lavishly designed for a

comfortable stay and to enjoy time with

friends and fellow travellers. The sundeck

offers magnificent views of the turquoise

waters and spectacular scenery. The well-

appointed spacious and superbly designed

air-conditioned en-suite cabins (15 to 20m2

in size) are available in either double or

twin bedding. Include are Airport arrival

and departure transfers, an on-board

English speaking tour leader to answer

any questions you may have and provide

commentary on the locations and sights

you will visit, guided sightseeing tours,

wine tasting tour and so much more. With

all the exclusive features of our Deluxe

Category Ships, but on an elegant and

grander scale your journey through Croatia

will be a unforgettable one with nothing to

worry about except taking in the delights

that Croatia has to offer.

Ship and cabin categoryoptionsDELUXE SHIP:

Are modern and state of the art ships, 42m

- 47m in length. The spacious sun deck

includes a hot tub, beautiful lounge area and




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Jewels of the Adriaticsun beds to enjoy wonderful Adriatic scenery.

Deluxe vessels feature spacious, lavishly

designed, air-conditioned en-suite cabins with

double or twin beds, safety deposit box,

bathroom toiletries, hair dryer, cupboard and

wardrobe cabinet. Cabins are 12 - 17m2 in size.

Included services: Airport transfers, hot buffet

breakfasts, three course lunches and salad

and cheese bar, drink with lunch, Captain’s

dinner on board with live music, additional

dinner in a typical Croatian setting, English

speaking tour manager on board, sightseeing

and various entrance fees, various tastings

including olive oil and wine tasting, mid-week

fresh set of towels and bed linen and daily

cabin service, luggage handling, all day tea

and coffee and water dispenser available,

complimentary Wi-Fi, and visitors tax and port

fees.

DELUXE SUPERIOR SHIP:

A newer and larger vessels than the ‘Deluxe

Ship’, the best vessels that exist on the

Adriatic sea built with high quality materials of

solid wood, glass, marble, stainless steel and

similar materials. These ships are a minimum

47m in length, newly built or refurbished

after 2016, with hot tubs and beautiful sun

decks with lounge area, deckchairs and more.

Spacious, superbly designed, air-conditioned

en-suite cabins with double or twin beds, 15

- 20m2 in size. Cabins are equipped with

wardrobes, deposit box, hair dryer, toiletries,

bathrobe, slippers and more.

Included services: Airport transfers, hot buffet

breakfasts, three course lunches and salad

and cheese bar, drink with lunch, Captain’s

dinner on board with live music, additional

dinner in a typical Croatian setting, English

speaking tour manager on board, sightseeing

and various entrance fees, various tastings

including olive oil and wine tasting, mid-week

fresh set of towels and bed linen and daily

cabin service, luggage handling, all day tea

and coffee and water dispenser available,

complimentary Wi-Fi, and visitors tax and port

fees.

‘ON DECK’ OR ‘BELOW’ CABIN:

There are small differences between ‘above

deck’ and ‘below deck’ cabins. ‘Above deck’

cabins are arranged on the main or top deck

of the boat and have windows allowing fresh

air and views. Whilst ‘below deck’ cabins are

arranged within the hull of the boat, below the

main deck. ‘Below deck’ cabins may have port

holes, but these will not necessarily open and

if available, can’t be opened during cruising

times.

Optional excursionsBelow are some optional extras and tours

available locally (booked and paid locally in

Croatia Kuna only). There are others and the

full list is available on board your ship to chose

from at each port.

UNDERGROUND TUNNELS TOUR IN VIS

- 1.5hrs EUR30pp (minimum 6 passengers

required)

This excursion visits military tunnels from the

'Cold War' used for the submarines and gun

battery in the past.

Included: Guided tour of the tunnels and

return transfer

GAME OF THRONES TOUR IN DUBROVNIK -

2 hours EUR27pp

On this tour, you will be taken through all the

parts of the Old City where some of the most

memorable scenes from the ongoing cultural

phenomenon were filmed.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

COVID-19 VaccinationRequirementsAs of 01 November 2021 it is a condition of

travel, as detailed in our Terms & Conditions

that all travellers over 18 years provide proof

of COVID-19 vaccination.

We recognise any vaccine that has been

authorised for use in the country where

the vaccine was administered. This includes

vaccines such as AstraZeneca, Covaxin,

Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, Pfizer-

BioNtech, Sinopharm, Sinovac and Sputnik.

In all instances, you must be fully immunised.

This means you must receive the full dosage

of the COVID-19 vaccine and allow a minimum

of 14 days before travelling in order for

immunity to take effect. Each COVID-19

vaccine has different dosages and timeframes

for immunisation, so please check the related

medical advice associated with your vaccine.

Children under 18 years are not required to

provide evidence of vaccination to travel at

this time.

If you are unable to be vaccinated due

to medical reasons, you may apply for an

exemption. Exemptions will be assessed on

a case-by-case basis. To apply, you must

provide supporting documentation from a

medical professional.

Proof of COVID-19 immunisation must

be provided to us no less than

4 weeks prior to travel. We accept

COVID-19 digital certificates, NHS Covid

Pass or Vaccination Record Cards e-

mailed to [email protected] or you

can upload your vaccination history

yourself via our traveller login. https://

www.onthegotours.com/Login

The information you will need to upload

includes: Administering national authority or

government, document No, name of Vaccine,

date/s of vaccination.

Our local partnerThis cruise is operated by a trusted partner

and you will join travellers who booked

through different operators, not solely On

The Go.

What to packOur Croatia cruises are casual and there is

no dress code. We recommend packing a

comfortable pair of walking shoes and some

footwear that is suitable for the beach/sea

because the beaches in Croatia are pebbly

(not sandy). Casual cotton clothes, sandals,

sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and swimwear

are a must. The average temperature during

July and August is 28 °C. Be sure to

bring some clothing for possible cooler

evenings (e.g. a jacket and some trousers)

for spring and autumn departures. Fishing

equipment, scuba diving masks etc. are

available onboard, but in limited quantities.

You can bring your own or buy it at places

along the route.

Dietary requirementsThe cuisine on board our cruises is

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Jewels of the Adriaticinternational cuisine, with traditional Croatian

dishes, and includes seafood typical of the

region. Please let us know as early as possible

if you any dietary requirements to enable

the chef to make every reasonable effort to

accommodate your dietary needs. If you have

not already made us aware of your dietary

requirements, please contact us immediately

and we will do our best to accommodate your

needs.

Food on boardFood on the vessels is similar to traditional

Croatian food. Deluxe Superior, Deluxe,

Premium Plus and Premium category vessels

include a hot and cold buffet breakfast.

Traditional En suite & Traditional category

vessels include a continental breakfast which

consists of tea and coffee, fruit juice, bread,

butter, jam, and eventually ham and cheese.

If you want an English breakfast, it is possible

pay for it locally.

All Deluxe vessels include four course

lunches with drink, all Premium & Traditional

vessels have three course lunches. A typical

lunch could include a starter of home-

made soup or pasta and a main course

comprising either fish, meat or chicken with

a minimum of two sides (potatoes, cabbage,

other vegetables), a side salad and dessert.

Dessert is often seasonal fruits or perhaps

pancakes Dinner is not included because we

encourage you to explore local restaurants.

Passengers are not permitted to bring food

and drinks aboard the boat. This includes

all drinks and food products purchased on

shore in ports of call. The only exceptions

are personal care products, liquid medicine,

food products specifically for infants and food

products for special diets. Typical regional

products purchased during visits to the ports

will be stored onboard and returned to

passengers at the end of the cruise.

Captain’ s dinner

Once a week there is a "Captain’s dinner"

on board with a meat or fish menu, which

is a chance for guests and the crew to get

together. The Captain’s dinner is included

on all Deluxe and Premium vessels. For

Traditional En suite & Traditional vessels the

"Captain’s dinner" can be booked and paid for

locally. The dress code is Smart Casual.

Drinks on boardA bar operates on board all boats. Prices

are in line with those one will pay in port

at bars/cafes for beers, wines, basic spirits,

mixers, soft drinks and bottled mineral water.

Since there is a bar aboard, it is not possible

to consume personal supplies of alcohol or

beverages not purchased aboard.

Even though the tap water on board is of good

quality, we would not recommend you drink it.

1 liter of water is provided per guest per day

and further bottles are available for sale on the

vessel

Drinks purchased from the vessel bar can be

paid in EUR or KN. You will get a daily record

of drinks consumed from previous day and

can pay for all drinks at the end of the cruise.

On all Deluxe and Premium vessel categories

you can pay by credit card.

Electricity & WiFiStandard European sockets are used

throughout Croatia (Type F) - 2 pins,

grounded, 16 A, 220 V. Sockets are

compatible with plug types - C, E & F.

The ships have free WiF board but it is not as

speedy as you might have at home because

it's connected via satellite.

FamiliesOn occasion family groups, including parents

with children may form part of your sailing

group. If you specifically do not wish to travel

with one or two children onboard, please let

us know at time of booking so we can aim

to make the necessary arrangements of your

request.

TippingWe believe that tips should reflect good

service and your satisfaction with the guide/

cruise manager, crew and overall tour. Crew

gratuities are equally distributed among the

crew. Tipping is voluntary and completely

at your discretion. Your own currency or

Croatian Kuna is acceptable.

As as suggestion we recommend that you

budget the following -

- Crew (all ship services and assistance with

luggage): EUR 5-10 per person per

day

- Cruise Manager: EUR 2-5 per person per day

- Local guides (if applicable): EUR 1-2 (10-15 KN

per half day of sightseeing)

- Restaurants & Cafes: If not included, tip

10%-15% of the check, depending on the

quality of

service

- Taxis: Tip up to 10% of the fare (We

recommend you book taxis via your tour/

cruise manager and pre-negotiate taxi fares to

avoid unpleasant surprises at the end of the

journey

Tipping is an entirely personal gesture and

ultimately the amount is up to you.

Currency & paymentsEven though Croatia joined the EU in July

2013, the main currency accepted is the

Croatian Kuna. Where possible, exchange

your money in a bank or retrieve money from

an ATM.

Port fees and visitor’s tax (included on Deluxe

& Deluxe Superior ships) must be paid locally

in cash only (KN or EUR), but all extra services

such as transfers, excursions, drinks on board

can be paid in local currency KUNA or by

credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Please note

that it is not possible to pay by credit card

on traditional and traditional en-suite category

ships.

Most major towns and islands in Croatia

such as Opatija, Dubrovnik, Split etc. will

have ATMs that are linked to international

networks; however, smaller towns may not

have ATM facilities available. Credit cards

such as Visa and MasterCard are widely

recognised and are accepted in most tourist

areas; however, it is always wise to have a

small amount of cash if you are travelling off

the beaten path.

Captain's callThe captain has the right to change the

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Jewels of the Adriaticthe cruiser stays on schedule. Changes may

become necessary due to weather, sea

conditions, port regulations or any other

reason.

Please note that all boats have an onboard

motor which they tend to use for the majority

of the time, rather than the sails.

SmokingSmoking in the restaurant area and in the

cabins is not allowed. Smoking is permitted on

deck but passengers must not throw cigarette

butts in the sea.

Croatia Country Guide

Visas and passportsVisa requirements are subject to change

and visa procurement is the responsibility

of the traveller and not On The Go Tours.

Visa requirements are subject to change,

therefore it is essential that you check current

visa requirements with the Croatian Embassy

before travel. For information about visas,

head to www.onthegotours.com/Croatia/

Visas

Please also ensure that your passport is valid

for at least 6 months from your planned date

of departure from Croatia.

After booking your holiday, please provide us

with your passport details as soon as possible

so that we can proceed to book all services.

Essential packingPlease check local temperatures so

you can pack accordingly. Visit

www.worldclimate.com

• Lightweight cotton garments in summer,

warm clothing for Spring and Autumn

(temperatures can get quite low at night)

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Universal travel adaptor

• DEET based mosquito repellent and

antihistamine cream

• First aid kit including Dioralyte

• Tour Voucher and a copy of your travel

insurance policy, spare passport photos and a

photocopy of your passport

• Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, swim costume,

torch and money belt

• Either a rucksack or suitcase is suitable. A

small daypack for your day-to-day needs

• A towel for swimming/showering (unless

stated as included under the Trip Notes

'Inclusions' section on page one of these Trip

Notes)

Health requirements andwaterYou should seek medical advice for

vaccinations and about medications before

travelling.

The tap water in Croatia is generally

considered safe to drink, but as a precaution

against stomach upsets you may want to

drink bottled mineral water, which is readily

available from shops, hotels and restaurants.




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