Trip Overview
Begin the program in the magnificent walled city of Dubrovnik, Croatia before embarking on a 7-night Adriatic cruise. Launched in 2018, the beautiful and intimate 18-cabin Queen Eleganza yacht features a casual ambiance and the ability to call at small, inviting islands and ports not accessible to large cruise ships. Cruise the Croatian coast from Dubrovnik to Zadar, calling at Mljet, Korčula, Hvar, Split and Trogir. A leisurely pace allows for time in port to sample local cuisine and meet and mingle with residents. After disembarking the ship, travel by motorcoach to walk amongst the waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park then continue to Slovenia’s captivating capital city, Ljubljana and magical Lake Bled.
Schedule by Day
Depart home city on an overnight flight to Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Arrive and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Gather for an orientation meeting, welcome reception, and dinner.
Overnight: Hotel Dubrovnik Palace
Meals: R, D
After a lecture, take in the iconic sites on a walking tour of historic Dubrovnik along the marble clad Stradun. After lunch enjoy some free time to explore on your own, then embark Queen Eleganza in the late afternoon. Welcome reception followed by dinner.
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L, R, D
Relax on the sun deck while cruising to the island of Mljet. Walk, e-bike or kayak amongst forests of Aleppo pine and saltwater lakes of Mljet National Park.
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L
While cruising to Korčula Island, swim in a calm cove (weather permitting). After a walking tour of the fortified Old Town, enjoy wine tasting with accompanying local specialties
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L
Cruise to lavender-scented Hvar Island to tour the main square and the Franciscan Monastery to see Ptolemy’s atlas and a large painting of the Last Supper.
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L
Cruise to Split and upon arrival tour Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace spread along the Split waterfront. Enjoy time at leisure to wander the pedestrian Old Town.
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L
Cruise to Trogir with another possible swim opportunity in a quiet cove. A walking tour introduces you to this UNESCO designated Old Town of Trogir which is tiny but packed with charm. Enjoy a traditional peka, meat and potatoes slowly roasted over coals under an iron bell, for dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L, D
There is time for a final lecture while cruising to Zadar. Gather on board for a farewell dinner.
Overnight: Queen Eleganza
Meals: B, L, D
Disembark this morning for a walking tour of the Old Town of Zadar including the Forum and the Church of St. Donat. Visit Plitvice National Park en route to Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Overnight: Grand Hotel Union
Meals: B, L
A morning walking tour of the historic center of Ljubljana includes Dragon Bridge and the ancient Roman wall. Travel by motorcoach to Lake Bled. A pletna boat takes you to a church crowned islet. Beekeeping in Slovenia has been designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO so we tour an apiary before returning to Ljubljana for a farewell dinner.
Overnight: Grand Hotel Union
Meals: B, L, D
Transfer to airport for flight back to U.S.
Meals: B
Pricing
Double Occupancy:
- Category A, Lower Deck Double: $7,990
- Category B, Lower Deck Twin or Double: $8,490
- Category C, Main Deck Twin: $9,490
- Category D, Main Deck Twin or Double: $9,990
- Category E, Main Deck Double: $10,990
Single Occupancy:
- Category A, Lower Deck: $11,390
- Category B, Lower Deck: $12,140
Accommodations
- One night at the Hotel Dubrovnik Palace in Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Seven nights aboard Queen Eleganza
- Two nights at the Grand Union Hotel in Ljubljana, Slovenia
This is a moderately strenuous program that is at times physically demanding and busy. Participants must be physically fit, active, and in good health. Daily programs involve walking one to two miles—through city centers, historic sites, and in museums, where there may also be extended periods of standing. Participants will encounter uneven terrain, including dirt and cobblestoned paths, and must be able to walk at least 20 minutes up and down hills without stopping. Participants must be able to stand outside for up to two hours with limited shade and no available seating.
