Accommodation

7 nights in Cruise Overnights On our A+ boats, bigger is better. There’ll be fun & frolics aplenty on board this premium traditional sailing boat, where you’ll be tucked into cosy twin-share cabins complete with the wonders of air-conditioning in every room, and a full room refresh (hello new linen) halfway through your trip. Talk about luxury!

Meals

5 Lunch (L) 2 Dinner (D) 7 Breakfast (B)

Guide

Expert Trip Manager + Captain & Crew

Transport

Sailing Boat

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Contiki through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. For guests travelling with Contiki from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guests’ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.

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Split: What’s the difference between the rooms on the boats? Standard boats will have sun-decks so you can soak up the sunlight. Premium boats have larger sundecks with a mid-weekly linen service. And as the name suggests - Luxe boats have bigger rooms and a special food menu. Split: Do the rooms on the boat have air conditioning? Yep, all bedrooms on the boats have air conditioning. They’re small and fit perfectly into the cabins (and work great for a quick cool down). Split: Do all rooms on the boats have shared toilets? All rooms are fitted with an ensuite. The premium boats tend to have bigger bathrooms. Split: At what time will we be docking back into the last city? If the weather gods are on our side (which they usually are), we should be docking back up in Split at 3PM. Split: Can I share the room with my partner or friends? Yes, mostly. If you’ve booked together with a partner or a friend on a twin-share trip, you’ll be roomed together. If you’re travelling with your friends on a multi-share trip, and have made separate bookings, don’t forget to tell our 24/7 support team that you’re travelling together. The Trip Manager will always try their best to put you in the same room. But please note, this can’t always be guaranteed. Hvar: Join your Contiki crew for an orientation on this photogenic Croatian island. We’ll point out the historic landmarks and all the best places to party. Split: We’ll feed you while you sail around Croatia. So you can just focus on getting the perfect sunset selfie. Hvar: See the historical Hvar Spanish Fortress, Arsenal and St. Stephen’s Square. Don’t forget your camera. Korčula: This 13th Century walled city is framed by terracotta-topped buildings, rugged mountain scenescapes and turquoise waters. Split: Check out one of the best-preserved Roman buildings in the world. So beautiful, you’ll want to move in!

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Optional

- Enjoy a BBQ lunch in the charming resort town of Hvar* - Visit the 16th century fortified city walls & GoT filming location of Dubrovnik - See Hvar’s beautiful Arsenal building & Venetian Fortress in a guided orientation of the town - Walk through the grandeur of crumbling Roman ruins that make up Diocletian’s Palace in Split - Paddle around Dubrovnik’s 16th century fortified walls in a City Walls kayaking trip* *This experience is a Free Time Add-on and not included in trip costs

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

International flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Split To Hvar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Split To Hvar

Ready to kickstart your Croatia sail trip? This morning we’ll meet in Split, boarding our boat with, you guessed it, boat loads of enthusiasm. After our first stint at sea we’ll arrive in the glamorous playground of Hvar, where big shiny boats meet grand historic architecture. Once you’ve taken in the sites, you will dine alfresco on board, it’s a tough day in paradise.
Day 2 Day 2: Hvar To KorčUla
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Hvar To KorčUla

Korčula may sit incredibly close to the mainland of Croatia but it’s an island all of its own, which means we’ll be slipping into island vibes accordingly. Hidden bars, peachy sunsets & cobbled streets by the beach, our appreciation for this country will be skyrocketing.
Day 3 Day 3: KorčUla To Dubrovnik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: KorčUla To Dubrovnik

This morning we’ll wake up in beautiful Korčula but we’ll then be heading off to Dubrovnik. In the words of Bernard Shaw, acclaimed socialist & playwright, "those that seek paradise on earth should seek it in Dubrovnik." You heard the man - let’s do this! Welcome to Paradise. Home to rugged cliffs, lashing seas, historic buildings (and a tonne of Game of Thrones references.) Today you’ll have the chance to explore Dubrovnik on foot with a local guide. Tonight, head for the nightlife of the Urban District. Partying not your thing? No biggie. There are plenty of local restaurants, bars and cafes for you to check out too!
Day 4 Day 4: Dubrovnik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Dubrovnik

The city of Dubrovnik is so much more than just a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Game of Thrones location - not that either of those claims to fame are even mildly mediocre. Visit Dubrovnik’s Old Town, The Minceta Tower and Fortress Lovrijenac - otherwise known as GoT’s King’s Landing, entrance to the House of the Undying and The Red Keep. Or grab a kayak and view the maginificant city walls from the turquiose sea.
Day 5 Day 5: Dubrovnik To Trstenik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Dubrovnik To Trstenik

You think we’re done sailing around Croatia? Not a chance. This morning we’ll sail past the palms, cypresses, olive trees, citrus plantations and colourful reefs of the Elaphite Islands. As the sun sets, we’ll dock at the unspoiled village of Trstenik. Here we’ll have the chance to support and visit a family-owned winery and of course, sample some wine too. Then it’s back to the boat for an optional Captain’s dinner (and a night of ship shenanigans).
Day 6 Day 6: Trstenik To Makarska
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Trstenik To Makarska

After the peace and tranquillity of Trstenik, it’s time to head back to the mainland for more action. After a spot of swimming we’ll arrive in Makarska where we’ll be blessed by the beautiful Biokovo mountains and a long stretch of beach ready to be enjoyed.
Day 7 Day 7: Makarska To Split
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Makarska To Split

With one night left of the Mediterranean high life, we’ll sail back to our starting point of Split. Now contented by our time at sea, we can relax & soak up the Roman heritage of this atmospheric city, revel in more Game of Thrones’ filming locations and indulge in a final optional dinner in the heart of the historic city.
Day 8 Day 8: End Split
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: End Split

There you have it, the astonishing beauty of Croatia and its cluster of islands. You probably always imagined you’d be blown away by it, but the new squad of life-long pals will be the real surprise.

8 days tour

Croatia Island Sail (Premium, 8 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Croatia Island Sail (Premium, 8 Days)

Day 1: Split To Hvar

Day 2: Hvar To KorčUla

Day 3: KorčUla To Dubrovnik

Day 4: Dubrovnik

Day 5: Dubrovnik To Trstenik

Day 6: Trstenik To Makarska

Day 7: Makarska To Split

Day 8: End Split

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