Venice and Croatian Islands Cruise - 2025
Overview
Highlights
- Taste some sweet and delectable Rab cake with a gin and tonic on Rab Island.
- Enjoy traditional Dalmatian delicacies prepared according to ancient recipes.
- Taste Italian wine in Collio, Italy’s prime white wine producing region.
- Sail the islands of northern Croatia aboard a small ship.
- Explore Šibenik and its stunning cathedral during a city tour.
- Discover the craftsmanship behind the art of Murano glass making.
- Discover Croatia’s captivating islands along the northern Adriatic, explore the Istrian peninsula, and visit magical Venice.
- Sail around scenic Kornati National Park, Croatia’s “nautical paradise.”
- Commune with sound and light at Nikola Bašic’s popular Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun art installations.
- Walk across bridges and along canals during a walking tour of Venice.
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Itinerary
It’s time to explore the magic of Venice, the Istrian peninsula, and Croatia’s islands on the northern Adriatic. Medieval architecture, sunny islands, and a private small cruise ship await you in Croatia. From romantic Venice to the charming Istrian peninsula – enjoy stunning coastlines, nature parks, culinary delicacies, art, and history that are found in the northern Adriatic.
Welcome to Venice (UNESCO)! Your tour begins in this enchanting city, with its 117 tiny islands surrounded by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges. This evening, meet your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner and toast to the beginning of a memorable voyage.
This morning, travel by boat to Murano Island for an expert glass-blowing demonstration – a centuries-old tradition on the island. Then, join your local guide for a walking tour of Venice’s most iconic sights. Pause for a perfect view over the Bridge of Sighs and take in St. Mark’s Square, adorned with marbled palaces and gilded basilicas. The rest of the day is yours to explore.
This morning, say ciao to Venice as you head towards Slovenia. Along the way, experience the Italian region of Collio. Tucked in the northeast corner of Italy and covered with sunny hills and slopes, this region is home to some of the world’s best and most unique whit...
Spend time exploring the beautiful beaches of the Adriatic Sea. Perhaps, you’ll take an optional excursion to discover the wonders of Postojna caves. This afternoon, explore Portorož independently. Toast to Slovenia over dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
Say nasvidenje to Slovenia and set off to one of the biggest wetlands on the coastline, Salina Nature Park, where locals harvest salt using a 700-year-old method. Visit the museum of salt-making and learn how the salt pond and its associated canal work together to pro...
The pristine waters of the Adriatic bring you to the colorful island of Cres. The streets of this port town are lined with shades of yellow and brown terraced houses dotted with blue awnings and umbrellas. During a city tour, admire the winding maze of houses leading ...
Today, sail to the largest island in the Adriatic: Krk. During a guided tour of Krk Town, learn about its long history and rich cultural heritage. See the 5th-century Krk Cathedral, dating back to the island’s time under Roman rule. Stand in awe at the 12th-century Fr...
Spend this morning at leisure exploring more of Krk Town how you like. Perhaps you’ll take a swim in the crystal blue waters of the Adriatic. If you’re curious about the region’s past, join an optional tour to the Kornic Ethnographic collection. This option will take ...
Pass picturesque Pag, Olib, and many of the other smaller islands of the Zadar Archipelago on your way to Zadar this afternoon. Disembark in Zadar to explore this city’s irresistible blend of old and new during a guided tour. Roman ruins, Byzantine architecture, Nikol...
Convene with nature this morning as you travel through Kornati National Park. Enjoy the views and relax as you float along the water. In the afternoon, soak in one of the most beautiful parts of your cruise. The Kornati Archipelago’s tranquil waters are made up of 140...
Venture off to breathtaking Krka National Park** where waterfalls tumble through dramatic gorges right before your eyes. Wander the surrounding trails before boarding a boat to sail along the river to Skradin.** Take in unforgettable sights as you sail through St. Ant...
Disembark your ship this morning and say goodbye to Croatia as your tour of the Adriatic Coast ends today.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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