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DAY 1: Arrive in Split - Makarska
Expat Explore Travel exclusively uses the MS Dalmatinac and MS Petrina (or similar) boats on our Croatia Sailing Comfort tour.
Featuring cabins with private en-suite facilities, the vessel carries a maximum of 22 people and also features a sun deck and other
common areas for sunbathing and relaxing. The tour starts in Split; after you embark the ship, you will be served lunch on board and
then we set sail along the Dalmatian coast down to Makarska Riviera, spending the afternoon swimming at one of the beautiful
beaches. Once in Makarska, you will have some free time to explore and try the local cuisine.
Experiences
Croatia is known for its stunning coastline and pristine beaches, and on the way from Split to Makarska we’ll stop and spend the
afternoon at one of the idyllic spots along the Riviera.
DAY 2: Peljesac peninsula - Mljet
Itinerary for Croatia Sailing Tour • Expat Explore
Start Point:
Split Harbour,
Split, Croatia
10:00-12:30 hrs
End Point:
Split,
Split harbour
09:00 hrs
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
Your ship will feature bunk beds with private facilities. It
consists of twin cabins split between 3 levels (under deck/main
deck/top deck). An additional supplement is payable for the
upper deck cabins (subject to availability). There are no options
for a third bed in the same cabin, so those with an odd number
of travellers someone will have to share with another passenger
or pay for a whole cabin.
The ship also features a sun deck and other outdoor common
areas for sunbathing and relaxing plus the bar and dining room
area.
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This morning we depart towards Mljet, making our first stop on the Peljesac peninsula for a refreshing morning swim. After lunch, the
whole afternoon is free to explore the beautiful Mljet National Park (please note, entrance fee applies). You can choose to hire
bicycles and see as much of the park as possible, or perhaps catch a boat to the Island of St Mary's Benedictine Monastery, the choice
is yours!
Experiences
Peljesac peninsula: take a refreshing swim and relax on the beautiful beach.
Visit Mljet, where you'll have a free afternoon to explore this serene island and relax on the beach. Please note entrance fee of 125
kuna applies to those who wish to enter Mljet National Park.
DAY 3: Mljet - Dubrovnik
After breakfast we depart for Dubrovnik, undoubtedly one of the highlights of this tour. On route there will be time for a short swim
and you will enjoy the beautiful sights along the way towards “the heaven on earth” – as the famous writer George Bernard Shaw
described Dubrovnik. After lunch, take the public bus over to Pile Gate and explore the Old Town, where you can explore the Old City
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
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Walls In the evening we recommend a visit to Buza Cafe, situated just outside the city walls and overlooking the Dalmatian coast line,
providing an amazing spot to watch the sunset.
Experiences
This morning you'll enjoy an orientation tour of Dubrovnik, where you will be acquainted with this stunning medieval walled city. The
city is a tapestry of spectacular architecture - including churches, monasteries, fountains and museums all of which you can explore
further during your free time.
Optional Excursions
Sea Kayaking Sunset tour: € 30
Game of Thrones walking tour: € 35
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.
DAY 4: Dubrovnik - Sipan/Trstenik
This morning we'll depart Dubrovnik and continue our cruise towards the Isle Sipan or the little town of Trstenik on the Peljesac
peninsula, where we will swim in the afternoon and spend the night.
Experiences
Enjoy a relaxing swim this afternoon.
DAY 5: Sipan/Trstenik - Korcula
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
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After breakfast we depart for Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo, where we'll enjoy lunch on board in front of Lumbarda (part of
Korcula). We arrive in Korčula in the afternoon, where we overnight in port. On this island you can find more legends, tales and
monuments than most places. Listen to the story of the stone walls, which were built over two centuries ago on an optional walking
tour.
Experiences
Spend the afternoon exploring this island with its deep and varied history.
DAY 6: Pakleni Islands - Hvar
Today we depart for the Pakleni Islands for lunch and a relaxing swim. This afternoon we'll arrive in Hvar, the longest island in the
Adriatic. You will have time to walk to the impressive fort overlooking the town and this evening you are spoilt with the abundant
entertainment full of restaurants, bars and cafes that are open long into the night.
Experiences
Have lunch and a refreshing swim.
Enjoy your evening in the many bars and restaurants that the longest island in the Adriatic has to offer.
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
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DAY 7: Brac - Split
Our next stop will be the island of Brac. Swimming is planned at one of the most famous beaches in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat near Bol
(the Golden cape). Enjoy the view as we return to Split in the afternoon. Tonight is your last night on board the ship.
Experiences
We visit the beach of Zlatni Rat, a peninsula that veers out into beautiful clear waters.
DAY 8: End of tour
After breakfast it is time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends!
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation
Ms Dalmatinac, MS Petrina or similar
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Experiences
The tour ends after breakfast. Make sure you have exchanged contact details with your new-found travel friends, and share your
amazing tour memories with us online using the hashtags #ExpatExplore and #BetterTogether.
Included Meals
Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: