Premium experience - Split to Split

Split, Croatia

Duration
8 Days

Start & End Time
Starts at 11:00 am

Max Group Size
40 persons

Languages
English

Meals
Included

Start & End Location
Split

What's Included

Comfortable twin or double cabins with individual air conditioning and private en-suites.

Inclusions:

7 nights accommodation on-board
Daily buffet breakfast on board
Daily lunch on board (varied 3-course meals)
1 x onboard dinner (Captains BBQ)
Your knowledgeable, English-speaking trip manager
Local Captain, crew, and chef on board
Local wine-tasting excursion in Jelsa
Entrance to Mljet National Park
Entrance to Club Revelin, Dubrovnik
Orientations of all destinations
Drinking water on-board
Free Wi-Fi

What's Excluded

Travel insurance
Airport Transfers
Meals not stated in the itenerary
Entrance fee to sights and museums
Optional excursions
Port taxes are charged by each ship as a local cash payment. This
payment of 35 EUR is charged to each passenger at the end of the week
and can be paid in Euro or Kuna.

Why do we love this

We love this premium experience because this boat trip concentrates on real Croatia. With its incredible coastline, crystal-clear waters, mouth-watering food scene, and laid back culture. Horizon Sail knows Croatia inside-out and they will bring it to life before your eyes. With lots of friendly smiles, top tips, fun facts, and passion for Croatia, this experience will be unforgettable! Combine this with a boat full of like-minded travelers, all elements are there to make this the most special holiday!

What to Expect

Our premium experience onboard Gradina 1 is the perfect upgrade for people wanting to travel in style on a larger and newer designed ship.

This beautiful white ship showcases a contrast of sleek modern interior whilst maintaining a mahogany wooden traditional touch.

The open sun deck offers plenty of space for everyone and each cabin is fitted with twin or double beds, a private en-suite and individual air conditioning. This is the ideal option if you like the convenience of having a bathroom in your cabin and extra space to relax around the communal areas.

Itinerary

DAY 1: SPLIT TO PUCIŠCA

After meeting your Trip Manager and fellow travelers, we set sail for our first stop, Pucišca on the island of Brac. We enjoy lunch with new friends whilst cruising along the Dalmatian coast, and in the late afternoon we dock at our port for the night with plenty of time to explore. Tonight we get to know each other over an included onboard barbecue of local grilled meats and salads and raise a toast as the sun sets on our first day together.

Included: Lunch, BBQ dinner

DAY 2: PUCIŠCA TO HVAR TOWN VIA ZLATNI RAT

We set sail in the morning to reach our next destination of Hvar Town, stopping to swim off the famous Zlatni Rat or ‘Golden Horn’. One of the most recognizable beaches on the Dalmatian Coastline, Zlatni Rat pokes out like a tongue of pebbles into the sea, continuously changing shape due to the waves, wind and sea currents. We enjoy lunch whilst sailing before we anchor within the Pakelni Islands. From here, our water taxi will pick us up and take us to explore our destination of the day. This afternoon you have the opportunity to visit the medieval Španjola Fortress, which has watched over the town since the 13th century and enjoy the postcard views of the town and surrounding islands, known as one of the most famous photographed views in Dalmatia. Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail with a view at one of Hvar’s many waterfront bars, and tonight have the chance to indulge in some of Croatia’s best nightlife as this buzzing town comes Alive.

Included: Breakfast, lunch, water taxi to Hvar

DAY 3: HVAR TOWN TO MLJET

Off we sail to arrive for our morning ritual of diving into that crystal clear water. We enjoy lunch on board before heading to the port of Pomena and to the stunning Mljet National Park. Here your entrance to the park is included, and we spend a leisurely afternoon exploring the two saltwater lakes surrounded by lush pine forest. You have the option to cycle, kayak, or head to the small island Monastery of St Mary. Dine at of the local eateries tonight, and later, toast another sensational sunset from the top deck.

Included: Breakfast, lunch, entrance to Mljet National Park

DAY 4: MLJET TO DUBROVNIK

After a beautiful morning of sailing and stopping for our daily swim, we arrive at Dubrovnik ready to explore all that this amazing city has to offer. The ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ is most certainly the most popular city in Dalmatia for many reasons, most impressively its prosperous history - you will have the option to join a historical walking tour with a local guide. More recently the city has become famous as the setting of King’s Landing in Game of Thrones. For fans of the show, there is also a GoT walking tour available. Maybe check out the ancient city walls which have stood strong for centuries, and protected the inhabitants from attack. Tonight, you could try some local seafood for dinner at one of the city’s excellent eateries and prepare to dance the night away at Club Revelin, within the 15th-century fortress.

Included: Breakfast, lunch, transport to Dubrovnik Old Town, entrance to Club Revelin

DAY 5: DUBROVNIK TO KORCULA

Today we continue to the island of Korcula, the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Revel in a leisurely lunch onboard and a lush swim stop in one of the most beautiful bays near to Korcula Town. The town is famous for wine and is the perfect place to learn a little about some of the famous Croatian grapes over a wine tasting. Choose one of the many picturesque spots for dinner and finish the day with a sunset cocktail up high in part of the town’s medieval fortifications is simply stunning.

Included: Breakfast, lunch

DAY 6: KORCULA TO JELSA

On we go to reach another destination situated on Hvar Island, Jelsa. Before docking we will have our daily lunch and swim stop, arriving for exploration in the late afternoon. Jelsa was once a significant center for shipbuilding and trade, and from here the best wines, olive oils and dried fish from Hvar would make their way around Europe. This evening we head to a winery and organic farm on the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Stari Grad Plain. Here we enjoy an included olive oil and wine tasting, so you can truly appreciate what the island of Hvar has to offer. Back in town, spend a relaxing evening at one of the many excellent restaurants or bars and look out for any local authentic entertainment around the squares.

Included: Breakfast, lunch, wine and olive oil tasting

DAY 7: JELSA TO SPLIT

We sail back to our starting point today, and after our final dip in the Adriatic sea, we arrive at the Port of Split. The old town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was once the palace of Roman Emperor Diocletian. Today Split is Croatia’s second-largest city and is where the locals live, work and play. Within the ancient palace walls, there is a treasure trove of restaurants, bars, and shops to be explored. Choose your favorite cuisine for dinner at one of the city’s excellent waterfront eateries. Tonight is our final night together, and we will hit the town for a goodbye toast.

Included: Breakfast, lunch

DAY 8: SPLIT

Boat check-out is after breakfast this morning at 9 am. Your Trip Manager will be on hand to offer assistance with any onward transport.

Included: Breakfast

Frequently Asked Questions

Each tour begins with check-in on Saturday morning (premium experience) from 11.00 am to 12:00 pm. Each tour ends the following Saturday (premium experience) after breakfast at 9:00 am. You are able to depart earlier if you have a flight to catch. The meeting point for Split Departures is at the Port of Split. The meeting point for Dubrovnik departures is at the Port of Gruz.

The tours are tailored towards all demographics and we welcome all like-minded travelers from across the world - we believe it's a rich part of traveling to meet people from all walks of life. Our average passenger age group is 25-45.

We certainly don't base our tours around partying - there is far more to Croatia than the nightlife! We focus on showing our travellers some ‘hidden gem’ destinations and offer an itinerary that showcases the cultural and gastronomical delights of Croatia. In destinations boasting
exceptional nightlife, of course, we offer our travellers the option of a night out on the town.

Travel insurance, airport transfers, meals not stated in the itinerary, tips for local guides and sailing crew, entrance fees to sights and museums, optional excursions and meals, and other services not stated in the itinerary.

No outside alcohol is allowed on the ship. As the ship is a licenced bar, all drinks can be bought on board. If we don’t have your favourite beverage, no problem! Just let our crew know and they will do their best to get your favourite drink at the next port.

We strongly advise that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance before making the final payment for the tour. If you need assistance in choosing a provider, feel free to contact us for our recommendations.

Croatia’s official currency is the Croatian Kuna (HRK). In Croatia, cash is king, and many shops, bars, and restaurants do not accept card payments. You will find that some shops will accept Euro, however, most of the time it is best to be cashed up with Kuna. ATMs are readily available around all of our destinations, and currency exchange offices are available in the center of all the major destinations we visit. Our boats do not have EFTPOS facilities, and all bar tab payments are
made in Croatian Kuna.

Most visitors do not require a visa to visit Croatia, which is a part of the EU. However, we recommend you check this with your own passport country of issue, as it is your responsibility to have the necessary documents for travel to any country.

You will have access to power points in each room onboard, as well as in common areas. WiFi is available on all ships, but keep in mind that this is not always a reliable connection while sailing at sea. Local travel SIM cards are good value, and easy to purchase at 'Tisak’ newsagent stands for around 10 Euro (55 HRK).

Yes - set of sheets, blanket and pillows are provided, as well as a bath towel. It is best to bring your own beach towel for the week.

Our premium experience cabins feature individual air conditioning in every room. The traditional experience has centralized air conditioning available.

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Terms & Conditions:

Each tour begins with check-in on Saturday morning from 11:00 am to 12:00 am and each tour ends the following Saturday after breakfast at 9:00 am.
The meeting point for Split departures is at the Port of Split.

Cancellation Policy:

Your tour deposit of no less than fifty percent (50%) is non-refundable.

Period before departure within which written notification of cancellation is received by us, the cancellation charge per person canceling is determined as the following:

a) 60-45 days before departure date – 60 % of the full fare is forfeited.

b) 44-15 days before departure date – 80 % of the full fare is forfeited.

c) 14-0 days before departure date – 100 % of the full fare is forfeited.

We will process all refunds by the same method of payment made to us within ten (10) working days. We will not be accountable for any fees or charges your bank might impose. We will process refunds in the same currency payment was received. We will not be accountable for any currency exchange fees or rates your bank might impose.