Island Hopping KL2
Day 1 - saturday -
Split-SOLTA ISLAND
(ca 25 km). Check in by 13.00 in Split harbour. Our first destination is the island of Solta where you can see olive groves, fig trees, and carob trees. The lavender and rosemary plants give the island its spicy scent. In the evening you will ferry over to Brac Island and spend the night in the harbor of Milna, whose picturesque natural stone houses form the border of a deep bay.
Day 2 - sunday -
Brac island
(ca. 45 km). Begins with a long but easy climb to the crest of a hill, past mulberry and fig trees, pine forests, olive groves and vineyards. The famous Vugaca (white) and Murvica (red) come from this island. The white marble here was used for the White House in Washington and the Reichstag building in Berlin. The breathtaking views of the neighbouring island of Hvar on the descent to the beach at Bol are well worth the effort of the ascent. In Bol you can see the Golden Horn, a sand spit whose point turns from one side to the other with the wind. After swimming and a stroll through Bol, the ship heads for Hvar, the longest Adriatic island and anchors in Jelsa harbour.
Day 3 - Monday -
Hvar island
The island of Hvar is famous for its multicoloured fields of rosemary and lavender. Olives hang on the trees, and in autumn the oranges shine in the sun. The clear blue sea contrasts beautifully with the ancient cities of Hvar. Hvar also receives more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the Adriatic. Make your way through the many small villages of the island with their picturesque stone houses. The tour stops at the historical city of Hvar. There is an opportunity to visit the cathedral and the historic theatre. In the evening the ship moves to the island of Vis.
Day 4 - TUESDAY -
KORCULA ISLAND
(ca45 km). The peaceful and secluded gardens of cypress trees make Korcula perhaps the most beautiful of the Adriatic islands. The tour travels to Blato, a city which like Rome was built on seven hills. We continue over a 300m / 980 ft high street to Smokvica, which along with Venice, proclaims to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. The destination is the medieval town of Korcula with its narrow winding streets. Here we spend the night on board the ship.
Day 5 - Wednesday -
Mljet nat. PARK
(ca. 20 km) The island of Mljet is also known as Honey-Island. In the twelfth century Benedictine monks created a monastery here, beautifully secluded, and surrounded by pine and oak forests. The pine forest here is one of the most spectacular in the Mediterranean region. On the bikes we tour around the saltwater lake. The ship takes you that evening to the Peljesac peninsula.
Day 6-Thursday-
Peljesac-Makarska
(ca 30 km. Peljesac is a peninsula and in the morning the cycle-tour leads you into the backcountry and past the most famous wine growing area in Dalmatia (the delightful Dingac comes from here) and on to Orebic. On an idyllic day we cycle on until we to almost 1,000 ft above sea-level. From here you will enjoy a magnificent view to the neighbouring island Korcula. A downhill run of almost 6 kms leads to Loviste, a small town in the north of the island, where lunch is served on the ship. Our boat brings us to popular holiday resort Makarska.
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Day 7 - FRIDAY -
OMIS-SPLIT-TROGIR
(ca. 58 km). Another bike tour on the mainland leads us from Omis along the valley of the Cetina river underneath the Mosor Mountains. Pedal in along quiet roads to the important city of Split, where you do a tour of the important Roman Emperor Diocletian’s palace. After a relaxed city walk in this historic town we return on our boat.
Day 8 - Saturday
After breakfast disembarkation.
Cruising with vintage sailing ships along the Dalmatian coastline and islands.
For this trip all you will need is a few T-shirts and a swimming costume to spend seven unforgettable days sailing on the Adriatic Sea from one island to another. Relax and let the captain and his crew (especially the cook) take care of you. During the day you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and explore the underworld of the Adriatic Sea. In the evenings you are free to find a good restaurant, discover old churches or other historical monuments on land…
Enjoy the southern Dalmatian islands; the peace and beauty of its secluded coves and crystal clear sea. Take a stroll along the streets of the medieval towns, taste delicious Dalmatian cuisine and
excellent wines.
Your vintage cruise provides plenty of time for sunbathing, swimming and
exploring the charming Dalmatian towns. In the case of unfavourable weather and/or sea conditions, the cruise itinerary may be modified in the interest of passenger’s safety
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