
Croatian Coastal Cruising
Departing 17 April 2026
7 Nights onboard MS Aurora
Breakfast Daily, 5 Lunches, and 4 Dinners
Arrival Transfer in Split
A range of included activities
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Itinerary:
Day 1: Split
- Dobro Dosli! Welcome to Croatia. There is so much to see and do in the gorgeous seaside oasis of Split, where your adventure begins, so it's recommended you arrive a couple of days early. Your luggage can be dropped off at the boat from midday, so feel free to explore Split before boarding commences at 5 pm. This is where you’ll meet your fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and safety briefing. This evening, sit down for your first group dinner on board and get to know each other.
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night) Meals: Dinner
Included activities: Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Special information: If you’re going to arrive late, let your booking agent know ahead of time.
Day 2: Split, Brac
- This morning you'll sail to the colourful island of Brac. Along the way, stop for a swim in the ocean and have lunch aboard the boat. When you arrive in Brac – the longest island in central Dalmatia – you’ll head to the Skrip museum. As the oldest settlement on the island, this regional museum is full of fascinating history. After, visit the Olive Oil Museum to explore the history of this cooking staple on the island. Here, you'll can also taste some local olive oil along with some local produce (and pick up a souvenir, if you fancy). Tonight, enjoy some free time exploring Brac or lounging on the boat.
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch
Included activities: Brac - Oil Museum Brac - Skrip Museum
Day 3: Brac-Hvar
- Set sail for the island of Hvar, enjoying breakfast on board. Stop to swim in the waters of the Adriatic at a secluded beach close to Stari Grad, Hvar's old town. Arrive around midday and look across one of Europe's oldest towns while lunching on board the Aurora. Next, take a bus to explore the island known as the 'Queen of the Dalmatian Islands'. Visit a nearby lavender farm and try some local produce. After, drive to Hvar town for an orientation walk with your leader, then enjoy free time to explore. Return to Stari Grad and dine at a local restaurant of your choosing. Overnight in Hvar (Stari Grad).
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch
Included activities: Hvar - Leader led orientation walk Hvar - Lavender and Honey Tour
Day 4: Hvar-Opuzen
- Set sail early towards Opuzen, stopping for a spot of swimming along the way. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail up the Neretva River towards Opuzen. When you arrive, jump into small wooden boats for a leisurely cruise through the surrounding wetlands (with local snacks and music on board). End up at a beautiful local restaurant overlooking the water for Peka veal and other local dishes, then board the boat and return to Opuzen. This evening, you may like to venture out to a couple of the bars around the town square to meet the locals to soak up the atmosphere.
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Included activities: Opuzen - Neretva river photo safari boat tour Riverside Restaurant Dinner
Day 5: Opuzen - Mostar - Opuzen - Trpanj
- It’s an early start this morning as you make your way to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina by minibus. When you arrive, take a tour with a local guide, learn about the history of the iconic bridge and visit a local coffee shop where you’ll see how Bosnian coffee is made. Then, taste it for yourself! You’ll then have some free time to explore the town and have lunch at your own pace. Return to the boat the early afternoon and set sail for Trpanj, where you’ll visit the Matusko winery for a tasting and to enjoy the beautiful grounds of the vineyards. Return to the boat to enjoy a four-course dinner with the captain.
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast Dinner
Included activities: Trpanj - Matusko winery visit and tasting Mostar - Guided Tour with Coffee Experience
Optional activities: Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque - BAM6 Mostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6 Mostar - Old Bridge Museum - BAM10 Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM15
Special information: Mostar's position in a river gorge can make it extremely hot. The streets of the old quarter are paved with river rock which can be a bit slippery and tricky to walk on. Today, please ensure you have good walking shoes, a hat and drink plenty of water.
Day 6: Trpanj - Korcula
- After breakfast on board, enjoy a mid-morning swim stop in beautiful clear waters of Loviste in the Peljesac Peninsula. Return to the boat and set sail for Korcula – the birthplace of Marco Polo. This afternoon, you’ll join your leader for an orientation tour of the town. Then tonight, you’ll be spoiled for choice with many restaurants overlooking the waterfront – ask your leader for their recommendations. Spend the night at port, with the boat rocking gently with the water.
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch
Included activities: Korcula orientation walk
Day 7: Korcula - Dubrovnik
- Leave early this morning and cruise to Dubrovnik, stopping mid-morning for a swim near the island of Jakljan. Have your lunch on board before arriving in Dubrovnik in the early afternoon, where you’ll join a local guide to explore this beautiful walled city. Tonight, enjoy a final dinner on board the Aurora with your fellow travellers, making sure to toast to an incredible sailing adventure.
Accommodation: M/S Aurora (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Included activities: Dubrovnik - Local Guide
Day 8: Dubrovnik
- Your adventure along the Dalmatian Coast ends after breakfast today and with no activities planned, you are free to leave at any time. If you’d like to extend your stay in Dubrovnik, and it’s recommended that you do, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.
Meals: Breakfast
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