13-Nights Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast - Lower Deck from $8,875

Luxury Gold

OFFER ID 1556266

Croatia & The Dalmatian Coast - Lower Deck
See spectacular Croatia on this 2-Week guided tour including a week-long luxury cruise. Enjoy a mix of medieval and modern sightseeing with a Local Expert in Zagreb. See hundreds of waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park, then journey to the Opatija Riviera for striking views of the Adriatic Sea. Hunt for truffles with a local farmer and his hound dogs in Istria. Explore the Museum of Apoxyomenos, allowing you unparalleled access to its 2,000-year-old Greek bronze statue. Savor oysters straight from the sea in the picturesque fishing village of Mali Ston, then tour the marble streets of Old Town Dubrovnik with a Local Expert. Later, choose to walk the city’s expansive walls or visit its world-class museums.


Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 13 Breakfast (B)
  • 10 Lunch (L)
Choice Highlights
  • Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Dubrovnik: Archaeology, art, natural history, traditional culture, maritime history. Choose from the many museums in this fascinating city with your Dubrovnik Pass.
  • Dubrovnik: With your included Dubrovnik Pass hike around the impressive City Walls and take in the mesmerizing views of the myriad of red roofs and the dazzling Adriatic.
Additional Included Highlights
  • Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
  • In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
  • Included at all hotels.
  • Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
  • Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
  • On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
  • Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
  • Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
Curated Experiences
  • Mali Losinj: Embark on an exclusive and immersive exploration of the Museum of Apoxymenos. Get to know the story of the 2000-year-old Greek bronze statue, perfectly preserved in the nearby seabed, and housed in the thoughtfully designed museum.
Exceptional Dining
  • Zagreb: Meet your Travel Concierge and fellow travelers for dinner at Boban, a famous Zagreb restaurant.
  • Istria: Learn about the aromatic 'black diamonds' and join a local farmer and his well-trained hounds to hunt for truffle, and sample a selection of salamis, spreads and cheeses prepared with this gourmet delicacy.
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park: Taste local dishes before your visit to Plitvice Lakes
  • Split: Dine onboard your ship, the MV Markan.
  • Ston: The quiet town of Mali Ston, set beneath a hilltop fortress has become famous for the mussels and oysters that thrive in its salt-rich channel. Stroll out to the floating oyster beds and, with a cooling ocean breeze in the air, savor fresh, briny oysters straight from the sea. Enjoy more of the region’s tempting cuisine over lunch prepared with seasonal ingredients.
  • Dubrovnik: At your Celebration Dinner, raise a glass and savor local dishes toasting to new places and memories.
  • Skradin: Specialists in boutique wine production, the Bibich vineyards are over 500 years old. With a deep devotion to the native grape and a strong respect for the land, the vintners of Bibich represent generations of family vintners. Taste some of the finest Croatian wines, paired expertly with tapas, for a true flavor of the region.
  • Šibenik: Enjoy a Captain's Dinner tonight with live entertainment aboard the MV Markan.
Magnificent Stays
  • : With a long history of excellent service, dating back to the mid 1920s, the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel harmoniously blends its art nouveau and art deco heritage with contemporary finishes. The hotel's central location makes it a convenient base for your two-night stay as you explore the city and its surrounds. Guest rooms reflect Hollywood glamour, decorated with classic and elegant style, ensuring you will be most comfortable throughout your stay.
  • Dubrovnik: The historic Hilton Imperial, Dubrovnik blends the charm of the late 1800s with modern styling on the edge of Dubrovnik’s Old Town. The Hilton Imperial is perfectly situated to take in views of the Adriatic Sea as well as exploration of Pile Gate, the Lovrijenac Fort and Šulic beach.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park: Find yourself in paradise on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in the breath-taking Plitvice Lakes National Park. On your unforgettable exploration, team up with a Local Expert to learn about the Park’s invaluable research and conservation of its native species.
Passport Moments
  • Zagreb: Join your Local Expert on an orientation city tour showcasing the charming atmosphere of the lower town then travel to the medieval upper town by funicular to see the colorful Church of St. Mark and Lotršcak Tower.
  • Pula: Truly magnificent, the colossal Pula Arena was built in the 1st century AD during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, around the same time as the Colosseum of Rome. As you stroll its vast interior, picture the fierce gladiator battles that once took place here in front of 20,000 spectators.
  • Split: Explore above and below the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace. A


13 nights from $8,875 per person

Itinerary

Luxury Gold: Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast - Lower Deck

Day 1 - Welcome to Zagreb
Your tour begins with a private chauffeur to your luxurious hotel. Tonight, dine on a selection of traditional Croatian dishes.
Accommodations: Esplanade Zagreb Hotel.
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Zagreb Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Encounter Zagreb’s Ban Josip Jelacic Square. Ascend the Upper Town via funicular for panoramic views before continuing to the Opatija Riviera, once a favorite seaside retreat of the elite.
Accommodations: Hotel Ambassador Opatija
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Pula and Istria
Discover one of the best-preserved Roman Amphitheaters in the city of Pula. Experience the thrill of truffle-hunting at the family owned and operated Prodan Tartufi.
Accommodations: Hotel Ambassador Opatija
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 - Plitvice Lakes National Park
At the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes, be mesmerised by the waterfalls and turquoise waters as you snake your way around the boardwalks on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Continue to the charming seaport city of Split.
Accommodations: Hotel Park, Split.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5 - Board your Adriatic Cruise Relaxed Start
Soak up Split’s Old Town including the remains of Diocletian’s Palace and enjoy lunch before boarding your cruise ship for your week sailing the Adriatic. Relax in the lounge chairs or hot tub with a cocktail in hand. Voyage to Trogir, savoring a delicious dinner on board.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Krka National Park Waterfalls Relaxed Start
At the acclaimed Bibich Winery indulge in Croatian wines and a light tapas lunch. See the cascading waterfalls of Krka National Park’s and Sibenik’s 15th-century cathedral.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 - The Islands of Kornati National Park and Telašcica Bay Relaxed Start
Sail through Kornati National Park’s maze of jewel-like islands past ruins and Roman villas. Swim in crystal clear waters before arriving in Telašcica Bay. Stroll to the Salt Lake and stand in awe at the famous White Cliffs, rising 162 meters above the blue waters. After your visit, continue to Sali.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - Mali Lošinj Relaxed Start
Cruise to the island of Lošinj touring Mali Lošinj town’s harbor and historic quarter. Enjoy a private tour of the Museum of Apoxyomenos, home of the preserved 2000-year-old bronze statue.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9 - Explore Zadar Relaxed Start
Admire the Roman Forum, the city's meeting place for over 2000 years, sip coffee in one of the cafes by St Anastasia's Cathedral or view St. Donatus Basilica and the Venetian city walls. Experience a symphony of sound from the Sea Organ.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10 - Admire Vodice and Primošten
After a brief stop at Vodice we continue toward the picturesque Primošten. Admire one of the most beautiful towns of the Dalmatian coast famous for its medieval aspect. Let this peninsula that was once an island astound you with its beauty. Enjoy time to swim and then have a relaxing lunch onboard. Tonight let us wine and dine you with a Captain’s Dinner.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 - Split
Enjoy a beautiful swim stop this morning before a relaxing lunch. Admire the views from the deck as you cruise on to Split. Upon arrival join your Local Expert for a guided tour.
Accommodations: Markan, Katarina Line.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12 - Oyster Tasting and Dubrovnik
Savor fresh oysters in the fishing village of Mali Ston. Arrive at your historic hotel just outside Dubrovnik's city walls and view the Rector’s Palace, St. Blaise’s Cathedral and the Dominican Monastery with a Local Expert.
Accommodations: Hilton Dubrovnik.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13 - Dubrovnik Your Way Relaxed Start
Discover the best of Dubrovnik today with your Dubrovnik Museum Passes and personalized recommendations from your Travel Concierge. Choose to stroll along the impressive city walls, taking in the mesmerizing myriad of red roofs tucked within the city juxtaposed against the dazzling blue of the Adriatic just beyond the wall. Or, history lovers will want to visit one of the city’s many captivating museums including the Franciscan Monastery Museum set inside a 14th-century cloister exhibiting rare books and a medieval pharmacy that's been in use since 1317, the Maritime Museum, or War Photo Limited. After a relaxing afternoon soaking up the sun on your hotel’s private beach, tonight raise a glass to your amazing travels at your Celebration Dinner.
Accommodations: Hilton Dubrovnik.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14 - Farewell Dubrovnik
Conclude your Zagreb to Dubrovnik tour with a private transfer to Dubrovnik Airport.
Meals: Breakfast

Featured Destinations
Sibenik
Istria
Plitvice National Park
Mali Losinj
Primosten
Sali
Dubrovnik
Zadar
Trogir
Split
Opatija
Zagreb

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