Compare Treasures of Croatia by Abercrombie & Kent vs Croatia Sailing Adventure by TruTravels
Compare details and see what other travelers are saying.
| Trip |
4 | Great
|
5 | Excellent
|
| Duration | 8 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 4,595 | $ 1,255 |
| Price Per Day | $ 574 | $ 157 |
| Highlights |
|
N/A
|
| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Luxury | Standard |
| Physical Level |
|
|
| Travel Themes |
|
N/A |
| Countries Visited | ||
| Cities and Attractions |
|
|
| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
| Activities |
|
N/A |
| Meals Included |
7 Breakfasts,3 Lunches and 4 Dinners |
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinner |
| Description |
Experience the marvels of Croatia and Montenegro, visiting Dubrovnik and Hvar and enjoying spectacular scenic views and a delectable array of local foods throughout your journey. |
From beaches to bays, beers to bike rides, Croatia is the place to be. Carpe Diem baby! Seas the day! 2021's European hotspot. Live your best life for 8 glorious days as we sail in style on our very own yacht and go island hopping around Croatia starting and ending in Split. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites at Mljet National Park, swim in crystal clear waters at Brac Island or party till the sun comes up in Hvar. The days are magical, the nights are legendary. Immerse yourself in rich culture, history and one too many mojitos. From action to relaxation, we've got you covered. Time to make your dreams a reality. Your only worry? How many outfits to pack... |
Day 1: Arrive Split, Croatia
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Park
Arrive in Split, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Resident Tour Director and fellow guests for a welcome dinner at the hotel.
Day 2: Split | Palace of Diocletian
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Park
Tour Split, starting with the Palace of Diocletian and its synagogue, and view St. Domnius Cathedral. Stroll Split’s Old Town and harbor-front promenade. Visit the daily market, and then enjoy your afternoon at leisure, before a dinner with a klapa concert.
Day 3: Hvar | Historic Waterfront Splendors
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel
Ride Like a Local by public ferry along the stunning Dalmatian coastline to picturesque Hvar, a lush, mountainous island, where Venetian palaces grace narrow backstreets and secluded coves beckon. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then stroll to view the town’s Cathedral and Arsenal.
Day 4: Hvar | Winery Visit & Wine Tasting
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel
Visit a family-owned winery for a wine tasting accompanied by a diverse sampling of products from their farm. Explore Hvar Town’s center and view the gleaming limestone Spanjol Fortress.
Day 5: Ston/Dubrovnik | Oysters & the Old City
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik
Head to Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” stopping en route in Ston, renowned for its oysters, which you may wish to sample when you enjoy lunch in a typical Dalmatian restaurant.
Day 6: Dubrovnik/Konavle | Walking Tour & Silk Weaving
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik
Stroll through Dubrovnik with your local guide to see the Franciscan monastery, the Rector’s Palace and Dubrovnik Cathedral. Later, watch silk weavers at work on a fascinating artisan visit in Konavle. Return to Dubrovnik, where you ride a cable car up Mount Srd for a Scenic Sundowner, taking in the fantastic city views.
Day 7: Kotor, Montenegro/Dubrovnik | Island Church
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik
Travel to Montenegro, stopping at the Bay of Kotor fjord for lunch and boating out to Our Lady of the Rocks, a tiny church built on an island. Then, visit Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner in a fine local restaurant in Dubrovnik.
Day 8: Depart Dubrovnik
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart.
Day 1 Split/Hvar
WELCOME TO SPLIT! Welcome to Croatia's second largest city, Split! Fly into Split Airport and we'll meet you there before transferring you to our very own sailboat. Your home for the next 8 days! Let's kick start this European sail-venture! Split is a vibrant and lively city, so take a look around! Arrive any time (earlier the better of course!) Then settle down into your cabin, unpack and start exploring. In the evening we dine on board together for our welcome dinner as new TruFam. Get to know your new fellow sailors whilst sitting back and enjoying a well deserved cocktail. You're on holiday after all. Split is famous for its popping nightlife, so we head out and see where the night takes us... *You will be require to pay a €60 port fee per person on arrival to the boat*
Day 2 Hvar
HVAR TOWN’S SPANISH FORTRESS & BEACH CLUB Fast becoming one of Europe's hottest places to be right now is Hvar. Hvar is known to be one of the most stunning islands in all of Croatia. Along the way, we stop for a swim to cool off. Once there, hike up the zig-zag path to the Spanish Fortress, an unbelievable viewpoint perched high on a hill overlooking terracotta rooftops, the turquoise blue colours of the marina and some of the best bars in town. Next stop, Hvar’s famous beach clubs! Listen to the music as we relax on the beach for the afternoon. In the evening we head out. OUT OUT! Hit up the best bars, sink a couple of beers or just take advantage of the endless rainbow of colourful cocktails. With a handful of bars and clubs open until the late AM...the night is ours for the taking!
Day 3 Hvar/Mljet
MLJET NATIONAL PARK - KAYAKING & STUNNING VIEWS! Are you ready to go off the beaten track? Let's do this! This morning we cruise towards Mljet Island located in the Elaphite Islands. With less than 1000 inhabitants it's pristine and beautiful. We head to Mljet National Park, a hidden gem of Croatia. It's scenic, it's beautiful, a nature lover's paradise. Swim in the crystal clear waters, walk through the emerald green forest. Is this a dream? It sure damn feels like it! 10/10 ultimate zen vibes. Explore Mljet National Park by kayak or bike, as we head to the church and monastery of the island. After an epic day, you have the option to join in for the captain's dinner. A 4-course meal hosted by your very own el captain & crew. (additional costing). Drink & dine as the sun goes down after a wild day with your TruFam.
Day 4 Mljet/Dubrovnik
WE'RE GOING TO DUBROVNIK! Dubrovnik is THE place to be, THE most famous place in Croatia that is. Not only is it a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but you may also recognise it as King's Landing (hey Game of Thrones fans). Dubrovnik oozes history, style and class. The city by day is any traveller's dream destination and by night? It's popping! We sail and have lunch onboard with dreamy views of the scenic coast before we dock up and spend the afternoon visiting the Dubrovnik walls together as TruFam. After some exploring, you'll have free afternoon to do whatever you fancy. We'll even treat you to a free city pass for the day that includes entry to museums and so much more! So whether you're looking to check out aerial views of the city via cable cart up to Srd Mountain, visit all the historical hotspots or even just find a super cool edgy bar for a colourful cocktail with an umbrella straw, Dubrovnik has it all! In the evening, we venture out into this magical town and indulge til your heart's content.
Day 5 Dubrovnik/Korčula
Wake up and Seas the day! After breakfast, we sail to Korcula, Croatia's little hidden secret. Luckily for you, we've got the inside scoop as we are here for the next EPIC 24 hours. With hidden clubs and edgy sunset bars around Korcula, it's easy to see why it's on everyone's bucket list. Will this be the highlight of your trip? We'll let you decide that on. If you're looking for good vibes, rich European culture and 10/10 delicious red wine, you're in the right place. Spend the day exploring the town and city walls and its incredible culture. In the evening we'll head out for a persona Tru favourite... Wine tasting! Sample a delicious white wine, rose wine and red wine and learn how these delicious drinks are made. A Tru-ly incredible experience.
Day 6 Korčula/Makarska
FLOATILLA PARTY! We leave Korcula in the morning and head to our next spot, Makarska! Along the way, we stop for a swim, our TruExclusive. We're having our very own TruFloatilla! Grab the inflatable unicorns and flamingos, pour out the prosecco as we spend the day hosting our very own boat party. Music blaring, on deck dancing, float the day away, bubbly in hand as you drift in the crystal clear waters. The ultimate summer dream. After drinking 1 too many glasses of prosecco, we sail on to Makarska where we dock overnight. Head out for dinner as TruFam and see where the night takes us. Makarska is full of hidden bars and secret restaurants. Famously a sea cave turned disco. Wild right? You know where to find us...
Day 7 Makarska/Split
Today we set sail from Makarska to Omis for one last beach day! Melt away your problems laying on the open deck before we stop at the ultimate insta hotspot of Omis beach for one last swim and dip. Spend the day, tanning away, hopping around for last minute souvenirs or hike to the top of the viewpoint before we set sail for Split in the evening. The approach to the Split Riviera is nothing short of breathtaking. Full of restaurants and quirky cafes, Split is the perfect destination to round off our epic SailVenture. We'll head out for a walking tour of the city before watching the burnt orange sunset and heading for some farewell drinks - one last aperol will finish the week off perfectly!
Day 8 Split
Have a chilled morning before check out, it’s been a wild week. Give your new TruFam a extra cuddle, swap instagram handles and add each other to an all important Whatsapp group and promise to all catch up asap. Your Travel Ninja is on hand for any onwards travel plans you may have. We’ll miss you. Until next time TruFam, It’s been real. Better split ;)
