Sailing Croatia Split-Blue Lagoon and Trogir 7 nights
Cruise to the beautiful Pakleni Islands, try local food at a vineyard and ECO Farm and spend time on the famous Golden Horn beach of Bol while we’ll have lots of time for swimming, snorkel or just relax on are traditional ship with a cocktail in hand.
This cruise takes you to some very famous islands and destinations. We’ll discover the glamorous port town of Hvar by day and cruise to Hvar’s port of Stari Grad for an evening. Swim in a Submarine tunnel and pristine bays.
Join us on our ships as we take you to swim on the famed Blue Lagoon, Bisevo’s Blue Cave and to discover King Georges fortress or the UNESCO site of Trogir
The vibrant port towns of Primosten and Trogir are a highlight for sunsets vistas and many cafes, restaurants and bars.
Highlights:
Fortress of Hvar + Pakleni group of Islands
Islands of Brac (Bol + Milna), Hvar (+Stari Grad), Solta and Trogir
Submarine Tunnel
Eco Farm Hvar vineyard and dinner
Swimming on the famous Blue Lagoon
Fortress of King George Vis
Primosten’s sunset cemetery
Bisevo’s Blue Cave (optional)
7 nights sleeping on a traditional ship
Daily swim stops
Cheese and Wine tasting on ship
Full Itinerary
Day 1 / Friday – Cruise to Stomorska, on the Island of Solta
Our ship will depart Split at 14:00. We will cruise to the Island of Solta to a sunken shipwreck for snorkelling and swimming in a pristine bay for a few hours while, we get to know our fellow guests. This-afternoon, we'll enjoy cheese and wine tasting included on our ship. Tonight, you’ll be able to stroll through the intimate port town of Stomorska, or enjoy our ship whilst sipping a cocktail made by our bar person on our sundeck.
Day 2 / Saturday – Cruise the Pakleni Islands and Overnight Stari Grad on Hvar Island
Start the day with brunch onboard our ship while we cruise through the Pakleni Islands for a swim. Today our ship will drop us off in the medieval port town of Hvar. We take a casual walk up to the fortress that overlooks the whole Pakleni Islands, where we can get that picture postcard photo!. Plenty of places for a glass of wine or lunch. This afternoon we’ll cruise around Hvar Island and spend the night in Stari Grad port on Hvar Island. Tonight there is an optional excursion to an Hvar Eco Farm on a vineyard to sample wines and traditional Peka and other local dishes. Hvar ECO farm local meal (Peka dishes), including transport and wine tasting. Price from €45 per person.
Day 3 / Sunday – Cruise to Milna, with a day in Bol, on Brac Island
After brunch our ship will drop us for a few hours to discover the Island life of Bol. After lunch on the ship we’ll swim in a beautiful bay and have the opportunity to enter a former Yugoslavia war submarine tunnel. We’ll stay overnight in Milna on Brac Island.
Day 4 / Visit Split, the Blue Lagoon and Drvenik Veli
We arrive in Split about 9am, where you will have time to explore the streets of the town or relax on the waterfront. Our ship will depart Split at 14:00, we will cruise north for a few hours and have a swim stop on the famous Blue Lagoon. This afternoon, we'll enjoy our first of many sunsets on deck and have a cheese and wine tasting included with all guests. Tonight we’ll have an included dinner on our ship and be able to stroll through the small port town of Drvenik Veli or have cocktails on our sundeck.
Day 5 / Tuesday – Coastal Cruise and overnight Primosten
Start the day with brunch onboard our ship while we cruise along the coast. We’ll spend a few hours exploring the beautiful island town of Rogoznica. Lunch onboard our ship while our Captain will take us to his favourite bay for a turquoise water swim. This afternoon you can stroll around the vibrant town of Primosten and walk up the hill for breathtaking views of Croatian Islands.
Day 6 / Wednesday – Overnight Vis, on Vis Island
Mamma Mia, here we go again! – Pierce Brosnan and Meryl Streep made the famed Mamma Mia movie scenes in 2008 on Vis so today will be a nice treat. We’ll have time for lunch in Komiza, on Vis. This Island was a former Yugoslav military Island until 1989, zero tourism before this. Its charm makes it one of our favourite islands amongst the 1000+ islands of Croatia. Those wishing to go to Bisevo’s Blue Cave please let your guide know at the start of your trip, expect to pay €40-€70.
Day 7 / Thursday – Walk around Vis and cruise to Trogir
Enjoy a nice walk around Vis or take a 25 minute easy walk to Fort King George. After brunch this morning we anchor in a beautiful bay and have an opportunity to swim into a former Yugoslavia war submarine tunnel. Traditional lunch today is served by our chef. This afternoon we swim at Ciovo and enjoy our final swim of the trip. Tonight we overnight in the centre of the tiny town of Trogir.Two bridges link Trogir to the mainland and onto Ciovo island. Trogir is a Renaissance, Romanesque Island with streets from the 13th-century. The Cathedral of St. Lawrence and the bell tower of St John will give you amazing Instagram-able content to make your friends envious.
Day 8 / Friday -Cruise to Split
We arrive in Split about 9am and we say farewell to all our new friends. We wish you well on your travels and hope you had a nice time with us.
What's Included
Services of Captain, Chef, Sailor/Barman
Service of an English-speaking Host
Daily brunch and coffee on ship. Unlimited drinking water
5 meals prepared by our onboard chef
Wine and cheese tasting on ship
Cocktail bar at pub prices
220v electricity, Wifi, bedding/linen, bath towel
Air-Con options on our various ships
All port and water fees (€10 /day tourist tax not included)
Dates and Prices
You can book the following:
Twin Share - A solo traveller willing to share with another like minded traveller.
Twin room - 2 people sharing together
Single room Private - Your own twin room for sole use.
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Essential Information
Airport transfers are not included in the tour price All Port Fees are included. International visas are not included and must be organised prior to entering Croatia. The minimum age for this tour is 18 and it is not suitable for children. International and internal flights are not included The Tour Leader will be English Speaking and all local guides used will also be English Speaking. We cannot provide pre or post tour accommodation, but there are plenty of options available in the City. EU Citizens will not require a visa. All other nationalities should check with their local Croatian Consulate. There is free Wi-Fi available throughout the boat. The Cabins are quite tight so we do not suggest that you carry large and heavy suitcases, as there is no additional storage. We suggest a maximum of 23kg in bags that you can easily carry on to and off the boat. Solo travellers can happily share with another same sex customer, at no extra cost. There is a discount if customers want to stay in a twin room for single use We provide time to visit and relax on the islands and sights on this tour Euro is the currency to carry. Please bring sufficient to take care of the €10 per person daily Tourist tax and for meals and drinks onboard or on the islands, as cash is most widely accepted. Customers will be notified well in advance if a tour cannot go ahead due to low numbers and alternatives offered There is no level of fitness required but customers should have the ability to swim to enjoy the tour to the maximum. Stairs onboard are steep so the ability to negotiate the steps is essential This is a small group tour with a maximum of 22 people, which gives us much more privacy and exclusivity when visiting the islands. You are onboard a traditional Croatian cruising ship so will be staying in small self-contained cabins that add to the authenticity of your voyage. We leave tipping to the discretion of our customers, however it is usual to tip in Croatia. Your Tour Leader will be able to arrange a tip kitty for the staff and the Tour Leader tip will be at customer discretion. Our tours are multi national so you will meet people from a variety of countries. The Tour is fully guided