Gorgeous Balkans With Deluxe Cruise

Welcome to Croatia! Upon arrival at the Dubrovnik Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. After check-in, you will have free time to relax or explore the city at your own pace.   



Dinner and
Overnight in Dubrovnik

In the morning after breakfast, you will head on a sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik, a World Cultural Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO. You will visit the Franciscan Monastery along with Europes third oldest pharmacy, the Rectors Palace, and the Cathedral. From there you will depart for Tirana. Drive inland via Budva and cross the Albanian border at Shkodra, which was once the capital of the Illyrian Kingdom (3rd century B.C.).



Dinner and
Overnight in Tirana

After breakfast, you will explore Tirana, the capital of Albania, with a sightseeing tour featuring Skender Bey Square, the Mosque of Ethem Bey, and a visit to the National Museum representing the flow of Albanian history and housing the finds from archaeological sites across the country. In the afternoon you will depart for Ohrid, driving via Elbasan and crossing the North Macedonian border at Cafasan.



Dinner and
Overnight in Ohrid

Today you will spend a full day in the lakeside resort of Ohrid, a World Cultural Heritage Site classified by UNESCO. With the activities of St. Clement and St. Naum of Ohrid, the first Pan-Slavic University in Europe, the famous “Ohrid Literary School” was founded here. Your morning sightseeing tour will feature the church of St. Sofia (the most eminent medieval monument in North Macedonia with magnificent Byzantine fresco paintings) and the St. Clement Church with its icon of Annunciation. In the afternoon, a short drive will take you to the St. Naum Monastery, built on the shores of Ohrid Lake in 900 A.D. and dedicated to the Slavic missionary and educator St. Naum of Ohrid. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant before you return to your hotel.



Dinner and
Overnight in Ohrid

In the morning you will depart for Skopje. Head on a sightseeing tour of Skopje that will include the Kale Fortress, the Church of the Holy Savior with its iconostas, one of the finest samples of traditional walnut woodcarving, the Old Bazaar, and the Stone Bridge. You will drive to the slopes of Mount Vodno where you will visit the Monastery of St. Panteleimon with its 12th-century iconostas and frescoes ranking among the highest achievements of Byzantine art of this period.



Dinner and
Overnight in Skopje

After breakfast, you will depart for Kolasin, driving via Pec and Berane, and along the impressive Moraca River Canyon. In the afternoon you will arrive in Kolasin, spreading on the left bank of the Tara River, situated at an altitude of 954 meters. The entire area is surrounded by the thick pine forest of the Bjelasica Mountain and is a popular ski and air spa resort.



Dinner and
Overnight in Kolasin

Today you will depart for Cetinje, where you will visit King Nikolas Museum. This was once the residence of the Montenegrin King Nikola I Petrovic. From there you will drive to Kotor, a World Cultural Heritage Site as classified by UNESCO. You will visit the Romanesque Cathedral dedicated to St. Triphun, the citys patron saint. Next, you will travel to Dubrovnik as you drive along the picturesque Bay of Kotor. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, enjoy a Welcome Reception followed by dinner on board in the evening.



Dinner and
Overnight onboard the cruise

Enjoy a delicious breakfast onboard your cruise in the morning. Take in the magnificent scenery as the ship sails around the city walls of Dubrovnik and continue on to the Elafiti Islands, where you will enjoy a stop for swimming. In the afternoon you will arrive in Slano, a peaceful fishermens village and our starting point to Ston, which was once a fortified small village famous for its oysters, situated on the Peljesac Peninsula. The Peljesac Peninsula is known as one of the best wine-producing regions in Croatia. After exploring the town you will depart to a small nearby village to taste authentic local specialties.




Overnight onboard the cruise

In the morning after breakfast, you will head north to the Island of Mljet. Join the Cruise Manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in Mljet National Park. You will continue cruising towards Korcula Island, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. In the afternoon you will arrive in Korcula, from where you will head on a guided walking tour of the enchanting town surrounded by walls, which is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean. You can enjoy a gourmet experience in one of the many restaurants and bars in Korcula.




Overnight onboard the cruise

In the early morning, you will set sail to the small island of Bisevo to visit the Blue Cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon. As weather conditions can sometimes be very unpredictable, the possibility of our visit will depend on those conditions. However, you will be notified of this on time. Cruise towards the island of Vis, once a strategic naval Yugoslav base that is restricted to the public. Due to this isolation, Vis offers a special charm – “the Mediterranean as it once was” makes it a fascinating place to visit. Try some exquisite wine sorts in one of the traditional wineries in Vis. If you are interested, you can visit the remains of the Roman Thermal Place or the City Museum – or simply head out on a walk taking in the magnificent views.




Overnight onboard the cruise

In the morning after breakfast, you will head further towards Hvar, the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, with a stop for swimming and lunch on board. In the afternoon you will arrive in Hvar Town, where you will head on a tour that includes the Renaissance Cathedral with its original tower and the oldest community theater in Europe, which was founded in 1612. After the tour, you will set sail for Stari Grad, one of the oldest cities in Europe.




Overnight onboard the cruise

After breakfast, in the early morning, you will depart to the old Dalmatian town Trogir. Trogir is sometimes referred to as “miniature Venice” or a “mini-Dubrovnik” because of its ancient walls, or a floating museum town as it has masterful architecture including some stunning Venetian palaces. Join our guided tour of Trogir with a local tour guide. After a walking tour, we continue our journey towards Krka Waterfalls. You will discover the beauty of the Krka National Park and the small access port of Skradin where the flora and fauna are exceptional.




Overnight onboard the cruise

In the morning after breakfast, you will get ready to sail towards Split with a stop along the way to swim and relax, if weather permits, with lunch on board. In the late afternoon, you will arrive in Split where you will spend the night. Upon arrival, you will head on a guided tour of the city to visit the seafront promenade and the Roman Emperor Diocletians Palace. The historical center of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend your evening at leisure in Split.




Overnight onboard the cruise

After breakfast, you will disembark the cruise in Split, and you will be transferred to the international airport to board your flight back home.