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Croatian Coastal Explorer - 8 days from £799

By air from Gatwick

Starting from the southernmost tip of Croatia’s Dalmatian peninsula, this unique tour-cruise holiday with a full itinerary takes you along a spectacular stretch of coastline. Visit unspoilt islands, historic towns and natural wonders, spending two and a half days cruising aboard the Viking, enjoying stunning views and a real insight into this beautiful part of the world.

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What's Included

Charter flights to Dubrovnik, returning from Pula
Transfers between airport and hotels
Two and a half days cruising aboard The Viking
Seven nights’ full board accommodation starting with Dinner on Day 1 and ending with Breakfast on Day 8
Free drinks aboard Viking (beer, wine & soft drinks)
Services of a local Travelsphere Tour Manager
Local guides in Dubrovnik, Zadar, Šibenik and Split
All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges

Excursions as follows

Tours of Dubrovnik, Split, Šibenik, Rab, Goli Otok, Krk and Pula
Krka National Park
Kornati National Park
Rovinj
Porec

Highlights Include

Dubrovnik
Split
Coastal Cruise
Šibenik
Rab
Goli Otok
Krk
Pula
Krka National Park
Kornati National Park
Rovinj
Porec

Accommodation

You will stay in comfortable medium grade hotels with bar, restaurant and most have a swimming pool. All bedrooms have private facilities and TV. Typical of the hotels we use are the Hotel Astarea in the Dubrovnik region, the Hotel Solaris Resort in the Sibenik region, the Hotel Porto in the Zadar region and the Valamar Hotels Complex in the Porec and Rabac region.

YOUR SHIP
You will spend two and a half days cruising aboard the friendly ship, Viking, with lunch included on two days, as well as free drinks (beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks). This small ship is perfect for exploring the hidden gems the beautiful coastline offers, and the atmosphere aboard is full of fun. Your luggage is transported by road from hotel to hotel during your time aboard Viking, so you can simply relax.
Please note the cruise itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions and at the Captain’s discretion.

Itinerary

DAY 1
Depart on your flight to Dubrovnik, for a two night stay in the region. DAY 2 - Explore the city of Dubrovnik on our half day included tour, visiting the city walls and cathedral, as well as the oldest pharmacy in Europe. After lunch the afternoon is at leisure in Dubrovnik.

DAY 3
This morning we journey to Split, for a guided tour of the city, including entrance to the cathedral and Diocletian’s Palace. After lunch you will continue to the town of Trogir, with time at leisure to discover the palaces, churches and towers of this ancient town before transferring to the Šibenik region for a two night stay.

DAY 4
Morning visit of Sibenik with a guided tour including the Renaissance-style Cathedral of St James. After lunch in a local restaurant, we board the Viking at Primosten and sail this afternoon to the Krka National Park, plus take a river boat trip to view the stunning Skradinski Buk waterfalls. Take a walk around the 17 waterfalls with spectacular views from the top. Return by coach to our Sibenik area hotel.

DAY 5
Today’s cruise aboard the Viking (includes lunch onboard) takes you to the Kornati National Park, where you will visit Dugi Otok, the bay of Telašcia, and the island of Žakan. You will then sail to Zadar for a guided tour of this historic town, where sights include the 13th century St. Anastasia’s Cathedral, the fortified harbour and the old city. Overnight stay in the Zadar region.

DAY 6
Board the Viking this morning at Novalija for your trip to the island of Rab, for a guided tour around the medieval town of the same name, before continuing to the former prison island of Goli Otok. After lunch onboard the ship, you will arrive in Baška, home to one of the longest beaches in Croatia, then it’s on to Krk, the largest island in the Adriatic Sea, we leave the Viking for the last time and visit the town of Krk by coach, with its Mediterranean architecture, narrow streets and fortifications, before crossing the road bridge that links the island to the mainland and travel to your hotel in the Pula region for a two night stay.

DAY 7
This morning you take a guided tour of Pula, including entrance to the Roman amphitheatre. After lunch we continue to Rovinj, one of the most beautiful coastal resorts on the Istrian peninsula, before visiting the Roman town of Porec and taking a tour of the Basilica of Euphrasius. This evening, optional traditional Istrian evening farewell, with music and wine.

DAY 8
Transfer to Pula airport for your return flight to the UK.

Dates, Prices & Departure

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12/05/2009

£914

19/05/2009

£934

26/05/2009

£954

02/06/2009

£934

09/06/2009

£954

16/06/2009

£959

23/06/2009

£954

30/06/2009

£984

01/09/2009

£984

08/09/2009

£974

Deposit £100 per person
All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities

Surcharges

The Pound has recently fallen significantly in value against other European currencies and, in common with many other businesses, our prices now include an additional charge for all new bookings which has been introduced to cover these additional costs.

Supplements

Single room supplement £120
Insurance

Travel Information

Flights are scheduled services of Dubrovnik Airline
Departing Gatwick at 1755 hrs
Return arr. 1510 hrs

Flights are scheduled services of Dubrovnik Airline
Departing Manchester at 1730 hrs
Return arr. 1645 hrs

Flights are scheduled services of Dubrovnik Airline
Departing East Midlands at 1910 hrs
Return arr. 1645 hrs

Flights are scheduled services of Dubrovnik Airline
Departing Bristol at 1745 hrs
Return arr. 1525 hrs
All timings are approximate and may be subject to variation.

Transfers

Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 mins.

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Starting from the southernmost tip of Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, this unique new Travelsphere tour cruise holiday provides a real insight into this part of the world. Aboard the Viking you’ll visit the Krka National Park, Skradinski Buk waterfalls, the bay of Telašcia, the island of Žakan, Baška and more.

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