Unique Dalmatia Cruise
Onboard MS Magellan 2012
| Duration: | 8 days / 7 nights |
| Routing: | Dubrovnik – Slano – Trstenik – Korčula – Badija Bay – Korčula – Hvar – Bay Near Island Of Brač – Split – Gradina Bay – Vela Luka (Island Of Korčula) – Pomena (Island Of Mljet) – Dubrovnik |
Cruise Includes:•8 days/7 nights cruise in chosen category cabin |
Cruise Does Not Include:•Beverages from the ship’s bar |
Standard Excursion Package Included:•Wine tasting in Grgich winery |
Vessel Description:
MS Magellan was built in 2009 as a luxury class ship. The cabins are spacious and the décor and furnishings are warm and inviting. MS Magellan offers a spacious sundeck, great food, and intimacy. The crew consists of 7 people including the cruise director.
MS Magellan is 35 m long, 7.70 m wide and has 2 masts, with a cruising speed of 9.5 NM. It has 19 cabins on the main and lower decks, all air-conditioned, with queen-size bed or twin beds with the possibility for an additional bed, cupboard, cabinet and window or porthole, bathroom with shower, toilet and wash basin. It has an air-conditioned salon-restaurant on the main deck with bar and LCD TV, two sun decks of 150 m2, one of which has sun beds and tables. Electricity on board: 220 V.
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Lower Deck (8 cabins): |
Main Deck (11 cabins): 4 twin cabins 2 double cabins + additional upper bed 5 double cabins |
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| Per Person NZ$ Includes: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 7 Dinners Standard Excursion Package Cruise Code: 2012-ADR-MAG | Under Deck private ensuite | Main Deck private ensuite |
| Jul 07, 14, 21, 28 Aug 04, 11, 18, 25 | 1,616 twin 2,379 single 1,158 third person 854 child (8–14 years) 549 child (3–7 years) | 1,777 twin 2,622 single 1,272 third person 935 child (8–14 years) 597 child (3–7 years) |
Important Notice: Taxes & Fees €25 per person to be paid onboard
Important Information:
•Check in on SATURDAYS from 0900hrs (9:00am) until 1400hrs (2:00pm) from Dubrovnik
Since boat overnights in Slano, it is possible to embark until Sunday 7:30 am
•The Captain reserves the right to change the route in the case of bad weather conditions or emergency
•Guests must abide by the Ships Rules
•This cruise may not be suitable for persons with restricted mobility
•Every effort will be made to adhere to the itinerary as stated; however, due to the schedule changes beyond organiser’s control, the operator reserves the right, without prior notice, to change routing or alter shore excursions
CRUISE ITINERARY
Day 1, Saturday: Dubrovnik – Slano
Embarkation in Dubrovnik from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Since the boat will stay overnight in Slano it is possible to embark in Slano till Sunday 7:30 am
Once you are on board the adventure can start. During a welcome drink, Captain’s orders and safety measures will be explained to you. Moreover, you will be introduced to the Captain, members of the staff and your tour guide. The arrival in Slano is expected in late afternoon hours, but early enough for a refreshing swim on Slano beach before dinner.
Slano is a village in the southern Croatia and a small harbour located 27 km northwest of Dubrovnik town. Its main occupations include farming, olive-growing, viniculture, fruit growing, tobacco, herbs growing (sage, laurel, and woodworm), fishing and tourism.
Day 2, Sunday: Slano – Trstenik – Korčula
Depart in the early hours towards Korčula Island. Before coming to Korčula we will make a stop in Trstenik town.
Trstenik is one of the oldest settlements on Pelješac peninsula. It has beautiful natural bays and beaches with clear blue sea surrounded by pine forests. This town is a favourite resort of many tourists who seek peace and quietness, natural beauty and typical Dalmatian atmosphere. Trstenik was founded as a wine export port. Locals used to build their houses further from the coast in order to protect themselves from the pirates. Coastal settlement developed later in the 19th century.
In Trstenik you will have excursion to Grgich winery to learn more about production of vines and autochthon Dalmatian grape sorts.
Excursion: Wine tasting in Grgich winery
Badija Bay; Swimming & Relaxation
After excursion, the boat departs from Trstenik and stops for a swim in Badija bay, in front of Korčula town. In the late afternoon hours it sails into Korčula town. Korčula is a small town situated on the north-east end of Korčula Island. The old medieval part of the town was built on a small oval peninsula. Today the town has about 3,000 inhabitants. Local legend says that great merchant Marco Polo was born in Korčula town (but do not argue with a local on this point). The town centre is dominated by the splendid Cathedral of St. Mark.
Excursion: Korčula town tour
Day 3, Monday: Korčula – Hvar
Depart in the early hours towards Hvar Island. On our way to Hvar we will make a stop in a bay near island of Hvar for a relaxation and refreshing swimming from the boat platform. Arrive in Hvar town in the late afternoon.
Hvar is a unique fusion of luxurious Mediterranean nature, rich culture and historical heritage. Its name derives from the Greek name Pharos, today’s Stari Grad (Old Town). Hvar became the island’s centre in the 13th century. The island gained glory and power during Middle Ages being an important port within the Venetian naval empire. Today, it is the centre of the island’s tourism and one of the favourite destinations in the Dalmatian Riviera.
Upon your arrival to Hvar, a local guide and a producer of aromatical oils will make a short lavender oil presentation and walk you throughout the city introducing you to history, culture and way of life on this island.
Excursion: Lavender presentation, Hvar town tour
Day 4, Tuesday: Hvar – Bay Near Island Of Brač – Split
After few days of cruising, we will overnight in mainland town. Before arriving in Split, we will make a stop in a bay near Brač Island. Brač is the largest island of the central Dalmatian group of islands. In late afternoon hours we will arrive in Split where a town tour led by a local guide will start.
Split is the second largest urban centre in Croatia and the center of Split Dalmatian County. It is traditionally considered to be over 1,700 years old. Since 1979 the historic centre of Split has been inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List. It is the economic, administrative, educational, sport and tourist centre of Dalmatia. Many of Split’s historical and cultural buildings can be found within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace. In addition, numerous museums, the National Theatre, old churches and other archeological sites in Split region make this city an important cultural attraction.
Excursion: Split town tour
Day 5, Wednesday: Split – Gradina Bay – Vela Luka (Island Of Korčula)
Before our arrival to Vela Luka (Big Port) we will stop for swimming and relaxation in a beautiful Gradina bay near the town of Vela Luka. Arrival in Vela Luka town will be in the afternoon hours.
On the western part of Korčula Island you will find Vela Luka town that is situated in a deep and large bay, surrounded by many coves. Shores are covered with vineyards, olive trees, figs and pine trees that gently slope into the sea. Vela Luka is the second largest town on the Adriatic islands. It is a safe anchorage and harbour for boaters. Vela Luka is also famous for olive oil production where almost every inhabitant produces extra-virgin olive oil.
In late afternoon, upon your arrival, bus will take you to Zlokić olive oil factory and ethno museum. There you will learn everything you want to know about olives and olive oil. You will see factory and process of producing olive oil accompanied by tasteful bites of homemade products and olive oil. After the tour we will come back to Vela Luka town where the custodian of Vela Luka’s town museum will introduce you to a prehistoric life in this area by showing you findings of Vela Spila (Big Cave) that is considered one of the oldest in this part of Mediterranean.
Excursion: Olive oil tasting in Zlokić ethno museum, Visit to Vela Luka town museum (archaeological collection)
Day 6, Thursday: Vela Luka – Pomena (Island Of Mljet)
Depart in the early hours to the island of Mljet. You can expect afternoon arrival in port of Pomena (on Mljet). Port of Pomena is just few steps away from the entrance to the National Park. Today, you will spend a day in the nature and you can use it for recreation – rent a bike, kayak, and canoe or just swim and wonder around in a splendid and peaceful environment of the National Park.
On the northwest part of the Mljet Island you can find National Park that was founded on 11.11.1960 as the oldest National Park in Croatia. This part is well known in the whole world thanks to its natural wonders such as Small and Big Lakes. In the middle of the Big Lake there is a monastery and St. Mary’s Church built in the 12th century by the Benedictines from Monte Gargano, Italy. The church has changed its appearance trough times under different cultural changes, from the Renaissance to Baroque. However, the central part remained Romanic.
Optional Excursion: Mljet National Park (entrance fee 90kuna to be paid directly on the spot)
Day 7, Friday: Pomena – Dubrovnik
Early morning departure for a magnificent trip along the shores of Elaphiti islands consisting of several islands northwestern of Dubrovnik in Dubrovnik you will have an organized town tour, but before arrival in Dubrovnik we will make a short last swim stop in a bay near Dubrovnik. After a swim break you can expect arrival in Dubrovnik in early afternoon.
Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful cities on the Croatian coast. In the middle ages the Republic of Dubrovnik was an important rival to Venice. Many buildings in the Old city centre testify of this glorious past and of the Venetian influence. Today, Dubrovnik is also a very lively city, with many things to do, both during the day and night. The coast nearby offers all sorts of activities and the town has many restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Dubrovnik is the city rich in culture and history, and for that reason, it is inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List. Dubrovnik has a rich cultural life that includes Dubrovnik theatre, several cinemas as well as Dubrovnik Film Festival and Dubrovnik Summer Festival that are held every year in July and August.
Excursion: Dubrovnik town tour
Day 8, Saturday: Dubrovnik
Breakfast and disembark by 09:00 am. It is time to say farewell to all your new friends, but only for a while. With your memories, photos and contacts you will keep sailing with us for some more time!
