8-Nights Dalmatian Elegance - Classic Group

Insight Vacations

Dalmatian Elegance - Lower Deck Deluxe Cabin, Classic Group
Discover the Dalmatian Coast and Islands on a luxury yacht-led by local experts in Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol and beyond. This exclusive Adriatic cruise begins in the ancient Old Town of Split before embarking on a VIP curated tour of the Croatian isles. From the birthplace of Marco Polo on Korcula, this 9-day tour charts the island of Mljet's Big Lake National Park before the marble streets, terracotta rooftops and towering fortifications of ancient Dubrovnik-all packed within its world famous walls. Sail onwards past the vineyards of the Pelješac Peninsula before a pause at Kuna to feast on Farm-to-Table Croatian delicacies, sourced from the finest local produce. The cruise concludes with the lavender-infused apothecaries of Hvar and a once in a lifetime chance to swim at Brac's Golden Cape.


Dining Summary

• 8 Breakfast (B)
• 3 Dinner (D)
• 4 Lunch (L)
• 1 Lunch with Wine (LW)
• 1 Dinner with Wine (DW)

Additional Included Highlights

• Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
• Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
• We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
• From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
• Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
• If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Authentic Dining

• Split: Enjoy a cocktail and dinner at your meet-and-greet party.
• Dubrovnik: Cruise alongside the towering old city walls while a buffet dinner is served onboard.
• Kuna Pelješka: Join the locals for a typical Farm-to-Table village feast of Croatian delicacies.
• Bol: At a local winery, relax with some appetizers and sample some of the revered wines of the island.
• Brac: Toast to your voyage with a special Captain's dinner, complete with live entertainment onboard.

Insight Experiences

• Korcula: Join Andrea, a passionate local, for a photography walk across the maze of streets and flagstone plazas. Spend time looking for the cultural and natural treasures of the city.

Top Rated Highlights

• Split: Explore above and below the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace. A Local Expert guides you through labyrinthine streets to see St. Duje's, the Temple of Jupiter, the Golden Gate and the Cellars.
• Veliko Jezero: Walk through Mljet National Park with your cruise manager and take in the pristine views of the Big Lake. Sail by boat to the Benedictine Monastery of St. Mary rising out of the water.
• Dubrovnik: Ride the cable car to the summit of Srd Mountain for scenic views over the famous fortifications and Elaphiti Islands.
• Dubrovnik: Explore the buffed marble streets of the fascinating city during your guided walking tour.
• Kuna Pelješka: Visit the church and monastery, and learn about local life when you visit a local farm.
• Paklinski Islands: Take a dip in the pristine waters of this absolute paradise, an archipelago and a stunning chain of wooded islets.
• Hvar: Walk to the town's main square with your Local Expert, see the yacht-filled harbor and the Renaissance cathedral. Enjoy time at your leisure to explore this delightful island, famed for being the sunniest in the country and boasting an interior dotted with lofty mountain peaks and aromatic fields of lavender.
• Bol: Delight in a swim at Zlatni Rat, also known as the Golden Cape, a shifting triangle of shingle protruding into the cobalt waters of the Adriatic.

Well-being

• Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
• Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Featured Destinations

Brac Brac Island of Brac is the largest island in the Dalmatian group of islands. This lush island invites visitors to enjoy its rich cultural and historic heritage that dates back to pre-historic times, unique gastronomy, beautiful beaches and bays, crystal blue sea, and high quality accommodations.	Destination Guide
Peljesac
Island of Mljet Island of Mljet Part of the Adriatic Islands of Croatia, the Island of Mljet is the greeneast island, dominated by forests and full of Mediterranean vegetation that includes grapes and olives. The Island of Mljet has two saltwater lakes that are part of the Mljet National Forest. The isle of St Mary in the Great Lake has a Benedictine monastery and church that dates back to the 12th century. Crystal clear blue waters surround the clean beaches and harbors of the island, and the forests and waters are rich with life.	Destination Guide
Korcula Korcula Korçula is said to be one of the most beautiful as well as the largest of the Croatian islands. Seasoned travelers compare Korçula to a latter-day Eden. Korçula’s main town is one of the best preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean. Visit the birthplace of Marco Polo, and see Korçulan buildings featuring mainly Gothic and Renaissance architecture, and residual Romanesque style. View traditional knightly games like the chivalrous Moreska dance, a spectacular, dynamic war-dance with swords that has been in existence for seceral hundred years. Travelers flock to Korcula, appreciating its stunning location, natural beauty and impressive medieval look. If that’s not enough, there are numerous attractions, such as the City Museum, the Bishop’s Treasury, a collection of icons, art galleries and old churches with priceless paintings.	Destination Guide
Hvar Hvar Hvar Island is a vineyard-and-olive-grove-covered island surrounded by a translucent cobalt sea. A particularly rich cultural and monumental heritage complements its natural and unique beauty. The island was one of the greatest centers of early Croatian literature, architecture, sculpture, painting and music. Called the Croatian Madeira, Hvar is said to receive more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the country. Other sights include Hvar Theater - founded in 1612 and the oldest community theater in Europe; Crvene Stijene (Red Rocks) - an unusual and picturesque natural phenomenon; Pakleni Otoci - a beautiful and unique group of about 20 charming islets situated opposite the town of Hvar.	Destination Guide
Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Classed as a world heritage treasure by UNESCO, Dubrovnik is a place of ancient streets lined with stone palaces, Venetian-style buildings and bell towers. The city is enclosed by stone walls, and the highlight is a leisurely walk atop these massive walls for a great view of the city and the sea. Entering Dubrovnik, you are greeted by an impressive pedestrian promenade, the Placa, which extends before you all the way to the clock tower at the other end of town. The Orlando Tower here is a favorite meeting place. Just inside the city walls near the Pile Gate is the Franciscan Monastery housing the third-oldest functioning pharmacy in Europe, operating since 1391. For a fantastic panorama of the city, take a cable car ride to the summit of the 1,340-foot Mount Srdj.	Destination Guide
Split Split Split, the largest Croatian city on the Adriatic coast, is the heart of Dalmatia. The old town is built around the harbor on the south side of a high peninsula sheltered from the open sea by many islands. Split achieved fame when the Roman emperor Diocletian (245-313), noted for his persecution of early Christians, had his retirement palace built here from 295 to 305. Since 1945 Split has grown into a major industrial city with large apartment-block housing areas. Much of old Split remains, however, and this combined with its exuberant nature makes it one of the most fascinating cities in Europe.	Destination Guide

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