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£1759.0

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Overview

Highlights

Dates & Prices

Itinerary

Map

Ships

What's Included

Highlights
                    Walk Dubrovnik's famous City Walls
Explore a 12th Century Benedictine Monastery in Mljet
Watch a sunset from the Spanjola Fortress in Hvar
Dine at a World Heritage Site in Stari Grad
Discover Diocletian's Palace, Split
Experience waterfront dining in Makarska
Find Marco Polo's birthplace in Korcula Old Town

                    Highlights
                    Walk Dubrovnik's famous City Walls
Explore a 12th Century Benedictine Monastery in Mljet
Watch a sunset from the Spanjola Fortress in Hvar
Dine at a World Heritage Site in Stari Grad
Discover Diocletian's Palace, Split
Experience waterfront dining in Makarska
Find Marco Polo's birthplace in Korcula Old Town

Ship Esperanza

Capacity: 38

The Dubrovnik Return route is perfect for those looking to fly in and out of Dubrovnik International Airport. After joining your ship in the medieval city of Dubrovnik on day 1, you'll cruise to the breathtaking island of Mljet to explore the National Park and it's famous salt lakes.

Day 2 will see you leave Mljet behind and continue on to the island of Hvar, exploring both Hvar Town and Stari Grad, before cruising to the city of Split on day 4. Days 5 and 6 are spent exploring the seaside town of Makarska and the impressive island of Korcula, before the cruise returns to Dubrovnik for one final magical night.

Walk Dubrovnik's famous City Walls
Explore a 12th Century Benedictine Monastery in Mljet
Watch a sunset from the Spanjola Fortress in Hvar
Dine at a World Heritage Site in Stari Grad
Discover Diocletian's Palace, Split
Experience waterfront dining in Makarska
Find Marco Polo's birthplace in Korcula Old Town

11 May, 2025 to 18 May, 2025 on Esperanza

Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Lower Deck Cabin

£ 1759 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

Above Deck Cabin

£ 2079 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Above Deck Cabins have windows and usually doors to the external deck, and are on the main deck of the ship and have external or internal access.

18 May, 2025 to 25 May, 2025 on Queen Jelena

Prices

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 1759 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2079 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

25 May, 2025 to 01 June, 2025 on Olimp

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 3019 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2707 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

01 June, 2025 to 08 June, 2025 on Esperanza

Prices

Lower Deck Cabin

£ 2199 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

Above Deck Cabin

£ 2509 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

08 June, 2025 to 15 June, 2025 on Queen Jelena

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2509 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2199 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

15 June, 2025 to 22 June, 2025 on Katarina

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2709 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms with shower and W/C. Above Deck Cabins are on the main deck of the ship and have external or internal access. These cabins usually have windows, and doors to the outside deck.

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2389 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms with shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck. These cabins have portholes.

22 June, 2025 to 29 June, 2025 on Esperanza

Prices

Lower Deck Cabin

£ 2199 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

Above Deck Cabin

£ 2509 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

29 June, 2025 to 06 July, 2025 on Queen Jelena

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2509 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2199 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

06 July, 2025 to 13 July, 2025 on Olimp

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 3059 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2739 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

13 July, 2025 to 20 July, 2025 on Katarina

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2709 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2389 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms with shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck. These cabins have portholes.

03 August, 2025 to 10 August, 2025 on Esperanza

Prices

Lower Deck Cabin

£ 2199 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

Above Deck Cabin

£ 2509 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

10 August, 2025 to 17 August, 2025 on Queen Jelena

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2509 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2199 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

17 August, 2025 to 24 August, 2025 on Katarina

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 2709 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

10 double/ or twin cabins on the main deck have ensuite W/C and air conditioning. Main deck cabins have doorways onto walkway and windows.

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2389 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

8 lower deck cabins have double or twin beds. All cabins have ensuite W/C and air conditioning, and port holes

24 August, 2025 to 31 August, 2025 on Olimp

Prices

Above Deck Cabin From

£ 3139 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

Lower Deck Cabin From

£ 2829 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

31 August, 2025 to 07 September, 2025 on Esperanza

Prices

Lower Deck Cabin

£ 2299 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite shower and W/C. Lower Deck Cabins have portholes are within the hull of the ship accessed by stairs down from the main deck.

Above Deck Cabin

£ 2609 GBP pp (+ Port fees pp/week £26 GBP pp)

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Day 1. Dubrovnik to Mljet

Check-in at Dubrovnik's Port Gruž between 11am - 12pm (midday). A Welcome Reception will commence onboard your ship between 12pm and 1pm, where you're able to get to know your fellow travellers over champagne and canapes. Ship leaves port at 1pm. This afternoon we'll sail north-west to one of the most beautiful islands in Croatia, Mljet, which is actually a National Park. The island is classed as Croatia’s greenest due to it's dense covering of Mediterranean pine forest. The National Park is famous for its two salt lakes in the north end of the island - Veliko and Malo Jezero - as well as the 12th century Benedictine monastery in the middle of Veliko. Those that wish to explore this pristine island can do so by kayaking, cycling or walking around to where the sea meets the lake. After exploring, spend your afternoon on the top deck of the ship watching a magical Mljet sunset with a cold drink in hand.

Day 2 Hvar

Enjoy breakfast with a view this morning as we cruise towards the island of Hvar. Relax in the sunshine or take a dip in the refreshing Adriatic Sea at our mid-morning swim stop before lunch is served onboard. After lunch, we continue on to the ‘French Riviera’ of Croatia, Hvar Town! Feel the part sipping champagne and docking alongside other super yachts in Hvar Town. Although renowned for its celebrity spotting, Hvar still remains authentic to its roots, with its cobbled streets, historic architecture and 7th Century Fortress overlooking the town. You can also visit the Renaissance Cathedral with its original tower, as well as the oldest community theatre in Europe, which dates back to 1612. Please Note; The docking time in Hvar can be early evening in peak season due to port authority restrictions. However, if guests would like to arrive earlier, water taxi transfers will be arranged.

Day 3 Stari Grad

This morning we'll leave Hvar Town behind and cruise to the northern side of Hvar Island, spending the night in Stari Grad. Stari Grad literally means 'Old Town', so it's no surprise that it is the oldest town in Croatia! Stari Grad boasts an attractive network of old narrow streets and small squares around the harbour. Vineyards and olive groves surround the town, and the Stari Grad Plain is a UNESCO protected World Heritage Site. Tonight we'll enjoy a traditional Croatian Village Dinner on the Stari Grad Plain, indulging in delicious Peka and locally produced wine.

Day 4 Split

Enjoy breakfast onboard as we depart Hvar Island and cruise towards the waterfront city of Split. Along the way we'll enjoy a swim stop in a secluded bay just outside of Split, before docking in Split Harbour in the afternoon. This UNESCO World Heritage city is centered in and around the stunning Diocletian's Palace, which was the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s retirement palace from 295-305 AD. Stroll through the palace basement filled with market stalls and once outside, experience the historical architecture of this beautiful palace that consists of 220 buildings within its boundaries and is home to 3,000 people. Split is now the second largest city in Croatia and continues to grow every year with numerous cafes, bars and traditional Dalmatian restaurants.

Day 5 Makarska

Enjoy cruising along the Adriatic coast as we make our way to the Makarska Riviera. Spend the afternoon swimming at one of the beautiful beaches along the riviera, relaxing onboard or enjoy strolling the streets of Makarska, exploring the beachfront markets. Take a walk around the tip of the riviera for a wonderful view of the Biokovo Mountain range and get up close to the statue of St Peter, watching protectively over this beautiful town. Unwind with a cocktail as you absorb the beauty of Makarska and watch the spectacular sunset over the Adriatic. Captain's Dinner onboard this evening.

Day 6 Korcula

After breakfast we set sail for Korcula, the rumoured birthplace of Marco Polo. Lunch will be served onboard near Lumbarda bay, on the eastern side of Korcula island. We will overnight in the port of Korcula Town. Explore this fortified town, with its narrow streets and lookout towers and spend your afternoon understanding the island's host of legends, myths and tales. The town's stone walls were built over two centuries ago, and the Old Town is built in a fishbone structure that you have to see to believe.

Day 7 Dubrovnik

This morning we'll cruise towards the UNESCO protected and spectacularly beautiful city of Dubrovnik. Enjoy the stunning views along the way to "heaven on earth" - according to the famous writer, George Bernard Shaw. We will arrive in Dubrovnik in the afternoon, allowing plenty of time for you to explore Dubrovnik’s Old Town. The city is wonderfully captivating, with its stone walls and historic charm. It is highly recommended to walk around the 1,940m long, 15th century walls to grasp the diverse nature of this city. Walk along the Stradun, the promenade inside the old city walls and meander the alleyways to discover numerous local restaurants, shops and bars. The included Dubrovnik Walking Tour is a great way to learn about this wonderful city.

Day 8 Disembark in Dubrovnik

This morning it's time for an early onboard breakfast, before saying goodbye to the crew and all of your new friends. Please Note: It is possible for you to leave the ship as early as needed on Sunday morning to catch flights, as all ships will be in port by Saturday night.

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Day 1 Disembark in Dubrovnik

Day 2 Dubrovnik

Day 3 Korcula

Day 4 Makarska

Day 5 Split

Day 6 Stari Grad

Day 7 Hvar

Enjoy breakfast with a view this morning as we cruise towards the island of Hvar. Relax in the sunshine or take a dip in the refreshing Adriatic Sea at our mid-morning swim stop before lunch is served onboard. After lunch, we continue on to the ‘French Riviera’ of Croatia, Hvar Town! Feel the part sipping champagne and docking alongside other super yachts in Hvar Town. Although renowned for its celebrity spotting, Hvar still remains authentic to its roots, with its cobbled streets, historic architecture and 7th Century Fortress overlooking the town. Don’t miss out on the included Hvar Orientation Walk to see the Renaissance Cathedral with its original tower, as well as the oldest community theatre in Europe, which dates back to 1612. Please Note: The docking time in Hvar can be early evening in peak season due to port authority restrictions. However, if guests would like to arrive earlier, water taxi transfers will be arranged.

Day 8. Dubrovnik to Mljet

Check-in at Dubrovnik's Port Gruž between 11am - 12pm (midday). A Welcome Reception will commence onboard your ship between 12pm and 1pm, where you're able to get to know your fellow travellers over champagne and canapes. This afternoon we'll sail north-west to one of the most beautiful islands in Croatia, Mljet, which is actually a National Park. The island is classed as Croatia’s greenest due to it's dense covering of Mediterranean pine forest. The National Park is famous for its two salt lakes in the north end of the island - Veliko and Malo Jezero - as well as the 12th century Benedictine monastery in the middle of Veliko. Those that wish to explore this pristine island can do so by kayaking, cycling or walking around to where the sea meets the lake. After exploring, spend your afternoon on the top deck of the ship watching a magical Mljet sunset with a cold drink in hand.

* = Indicative

Esperanza

Esperanza has been perfectly designed for luxury small ship cruising, yet her sleek lines provide speed, stability and comfort. Holding a total of 38 passengers, Esperanza is fitted with both above and lower deck twin and double cabins all containing elegantly decorated private ensuites, air conditioning and not to mention all the latest facilities.

Welcomed by friendly and hard working crew, you will soon realize the true meaning of Croatian hospitality on board Esperanza. The first person you will be introduced will probably be its warm-hearted captain and boat owner - Ranko - a person whose steady hand and long-term experience ensures that the boat reaches every new destination safely and on time. For this captain, sailing has been in the family for many years and it has never been only a profession.

Sitting at 46 metres long and 8.6 metres wide, Esperanza boasts plenty of deck space to relax and socialise with your fellow travellers. Soak up the sun on the top deck sunloungers, before dipping in and out of the onboard jacuzzi as you sail through the Adriatic! The Top Deck provides both shaded and full sun areas for your comfort and enjoyment.

Esperanza's Main Deck features a shaded lounge area, creating the perfect spot to sip on your morning coffee as your cruise to the next destination! Esperanza also features a swimming platform at the rear of the ship, providing easy access for guests in and out of the water at swim stops.

All cabins feature a shower, toilet, basin, mirror and hairdryer.

Katarina

Crew	8
Built	2019
Length	45 metres

The Deluxe MV Katarina was launched in 2019. AT 45 metres long she is small enough to be allowed into all the ports on Croatia's Adriatic coast and islands, but large enough to provide plenty of space and comfort for a maximum of 38 passengers in 19 double or twin cabins. She has a large 200 m2 sundeck with some shade and a small jacuzzi pool, a large salon and dining room. 8 crew members will look after you as you glide along the Croatian coastline.

All cabins have air conditioning and ensuite shower and W/C.

Olimp

Olimp was custom built in 2017 purely to sail the Croatian Coast, and under went a complete revamp for the 2022 season. Olimp holds a maximum of 36 passengers accommodated in air conditioned cabins, all with en-suite shower and W/C. The cabins are on 2 decks and provide either twin or double beds. Enjoy relaxing on the main deck, in the saloon, or take in the sunshine on the top deck as you sail the Adriatic and enjoy the splash pool!

The captain and crew onboard Olimp are well known for their friendliness and welcoming nature and incredible hospitality. You will enjoy every moment on Olimp, making new friends with all your fellow passengers and hard working crew, and enjoying the many sights and activities that Croatia has on offer.

There are 10 cabins on the main deck and 8 on the lower deck.

Queen Jelena

Queen Jelena is very different from most of the other ships that cruise the coast of Croatia. The ship style is designed to have the appearance of a steamboat, with beautiful wide sails adding to its antique look. Whilst the design and features may take on a traditional feel, the facilities onboard are nothing short of advanced.

The 50 metre vessel was launched in 2018 and has just 19 spacious cabins, providing a comfortable cruising experience for a maximum of 38 guests. Every cabin is equipped with air-conditioning, twin or double beds, traditional round windows and a separate ensuite shower and W/C. The deck, handrails, exterior doors, window frames and saloon floor are completed with high quality wood to emphasize the desired classic look. On the other hand, the innovative facilities of the ship include a modern jacuzzi on the top deck and spacious lounging areas. With a ‘steam boat’ style exterior, two masts installed on the ship ensures it sails between destinations with ease.

Includes

Accommodation on board in twin/double cabin with air-con and en-suite
Daily buffet breakfast
Daily 3 course lunch
Captains dinner with live entertainment
Welcome reception & drink
Free Wi-Fi on board - restricted to certain areas
Split & Dubrovnik City Historical Walking Tour
Stari Grad Local Village Dinner

TRANSFERS INCLUDED:
On your arrival at Dubrovnik Airport to either your Dubrovnik hotel (if you arrive before embarkation day) or straight to the ship for embarkation.
Transfer from the ship to Dubrovnik Airport on disembarkation

Excludes

Port fees and taxes
Meals not listed in inclusions
Beverages purchased on board
Any item of a personal nature
Gratuities (at your discretion)
Transfers other than those stated above
Sole occupancy of a cabin +50%

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