We did very much enjoy our 8 days on the Moonlight from Opatija. A real jewel and everyone and everyone were so fine.
Cruise aboard a very comfortable small ship to explore Croatia's coastline. You'll visit picturesque islands, charming cities, lovely small ports and a few hidden gems on this very relaxing cruise. You will explore stunning Kvarner Bay and its islands as well as the beautiful city of Zadar. Spend your mornings admiring the spectacular scenery, enjoying swimming in crystal clear Adriatic sea and your afternoons and evenings exploring old historical towns or indulging in late nights in some of these beautiful port towns.
Embark in Opatija at the foot of Učka mountain. Built at the turn of the 20th century, Opatija has been a popular destination for tourists for 100 years. Well-maintained public gardens, the illuminated 12-km-long coastal promenade, cafes, villas, hotels and plenty of opportunities for shopping and excursions make Opatija an ideal destination.
We will also spend a night in beautiful Mali Losinj. Due to excellent climate Lošinj was proclaimed as a climatic health resort by a decree of the Ministry of Health of the Austrian-Hungarian Monarchy in 1892. Soon it became a popular holiday destination of the Austrian-Hungarian aristocracy, who built numerous villas and summer residences on the island. Losinj archipelago is famous for dolphins, which you will probably see during your cruise.
The Venetian architecture of Mali Losinj and other ports
Zadar - Rich in monumental heritage
Opatija Riviera
Medieval Cres town
Very relaxed travel around these beautiful islands
Swimming at secluded beaches
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Your vessel will leave at 13:00 - Lunch will be provided on board and we will stop for a swim in the crystal clear sea en route to Krk Island - Croatia's largest island. Krk has immense variety in its villages large and small, mixing gentle green promenades with bare rocky wilderness, tiny islands and hundreds of hidden bays and beaches. Evening at leisure to enjoy numerous cafes and restaurants alongside the waterfront. Overnight in town of Krk.
We cruise to Rab Island, known as the “island of love”. There will be time for sightseeing of the old town with its medieval walls, Romanesque church towers, churches, palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Enjoy the “gallery” on the streets and squares and try famous “Rapska torta“ cake, it is a must. If the time allows walk up to Kamenjak Hill to enjoy the magnificent sunset. Overnight in town of Rab.
Cruise from Rab towards Zadar along Pag Island with a swim stop on tiny Maun island. Take an optional guided tour of the Zadar, which was for centuries the metropolis of Dalmatia, and today is the centre of the region. Zadar is rich in monumental heritage of world importance. You can see the Roman forum, built in the 1st century AD, the 9th century church of St. Donatus – the most famous medieval basilica and the symbol of the city, the mighty city walls with representative Port and Land gates from the 16th century AD, and numerous palaces & villas. The town is full of great restaurants. Of special interest are the famous Zadar Sea Organs, one of a kind in the world and “The Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Overnight in Zadar.
We will leave Zadar quite early to cruise to Molat or Olib island (depending on available space in the small harbours). Both islands are situated in the northern part of Zadar's archipelago, more peaceful and serene that Zadar. Captain's dinner party on board and overnight.
After breakfast and a morning swim, cruise towards Ilovik, the island of flowers, for a short stop before departing for Losinj Island, one of the most popular islands on the northern Adriatic due to the abundance of pine trees and clear waters, and its endangered population of bottlenose dolphins. Mali Losinj, known as the “sunshine island”, has spectacularly good ice cream. On arrival take a walk along the harbour or walk up to the Losinj Aromatic Garden or simply visit nearby, picturesque, town of Veli Losinj. Overnight in Mali Losinj.
After a morning swim leave for Cres Island, a long and narrow island covered with oak, beech and pine forests as well as vineyards and olive tree plantations. Cres and Mali Losinj used to be one island but a channel dug by the Romans separated them. Spend the night in the harbour of this typical medieval town Cres. Cres is also home to a tiny population of Griffon vultures.
Cruise to Opatija enjoying spectacular views of famous Opatija Riviera as we go. Late afternoon arrival to Opatija for a stroll along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – Lungo Mare - to the numerous cafes and restaurants in Opatija or nearby fishermen's village Volosko – well known for excellent seafood restaurants, the best in the region, as well as among the best in Croatia.
Disembark in Opatija
Croatian Premium Ships
Length | 36 to 41 meters |
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Premium superior vessels are recently built mini deluxe vessels featuring similar comfort, but are smaller in size – 38 to 41m in length. Air-conditioned cabins are 8 to 14m2 in size with double or twin beds, hair dryer and safety deposit box. Included services: buffet breakfasts, three course lunches, Captain’s dinner, English speaking tour manager on board, three guided tours, daily cabin service, mid-week fresh set of towels and bed linen, luggage handling.
Spalato
Lenght - 36.7m, Width - 7.6m, Built in 2011/2012. Boat is equipped with swim platform (stairs leading from sitting area at the backof the boat on main deck). Click Spalato cruise ship for more details
Amalia
Length - 37.4m, Width - 8.2m, Built in 2013. All cabins are airconditioned. Click Amalia cruise ship for more details
Seagull
Length - 35m, Width - 7m, Built in 1983, refurbushed in 2014. Click Seagull Croatia cruise ship for more details
Majestic
Majestic is a very comfortable premium vessel - Often used by The Small Cruise Ship Colelction for charters. Length - 37m, Width - 7.6m. Click Majestic cruise ship in Croatia for more details
Moonlight
Length - 37.4m, Width - 8.2m, built in 2017. All cabins are airconditioned. Click Moonlight cruise ship for more details
Dream
Length - 40.1m, Width - 8m, built in 2017. TOP DECK - total 1 cabin (double/twin beds). MAIN DECK - total 11 cabins (2 cabins with double bed, 8 cabins with doble/twin beds, 1 cabin can be triple) + 1 additional cabin available for guide only. UNDER DECK- total 8 cabins (with doble/twin beds)
Click Dream cruise ship Croatia for details
Lupus Mare
Length - 42.5m, Width - 8.9m, built in 2011 and completely refurbished in 2021. Click Lupus Mare for more details
Pictures shown below are from various ships in fleet, actual layout of cabins and ship may differ.
Please Note: the deckplan below is an example only and may vary from your ship.
Moonlight
Launched | 2017 |
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MS Moonlight is a premium small ship built in 2017. There can be 36 guests accommodated in 18 comfortable cabins, 10 located on deck and 8 located on the lower deck. Each cabin is double or twin bedded and features AC, en-suite bathroom, hairdryer, ample storage space and safety deposit box.
The dining room, where you can enjoy breakfast and lunch, is air-conditioned. For relaxation, you can choose to lounge on the upper sun deck with both open and shaded areas, or one of the many the outdoor lounge areas located throughout the yacht.
Olmissum
Cabins | 17 |
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Length | 34 metres |
The compact cruise ship Olmissum is one of the smallest that sails the coast of Croatia, at just 34 metres she can fit into the smallest harbours. Olmissum has 17 cabins and sleeps a maximum of 34 passengers on 2 decks. She has a lovely outdoor lounger and plenty of room in the dining room for all passengers.
Cabins
All cabins are ensuite and have air conditioning. There is 1 twin cabin on the upper deck, 2 double and 6 twin cabins on the main deck and 2 double and 6 twin cabins on the lower deck.
Lower deck cabins have portholes, main deck cabins have doors and windows to the outside.
Includes
- Buffet breakfasts
- Three course lunches
- Captain’s dinner
- English speaking tour manager on board
- Guided tours of Rab, Zadar and Opatija,
- Daily cabin service,
- Mid-week fresh set of towels and bed linen
- Luggage handling
- Rab Cake tasting
- Olive oil and wine tasting on board
- Complimentary water
- Tea and coffee are included with breakfast and after lunch and will be available from the bar at other times
- Complimentary Wi-Fi.
Excludes
Port fees and taxes
Sole use of twin/double cabin +75%
Croatian Riviera - From
£1220.00
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Northern Croatia premium cruise from Opatija
A perfect way to see the islands of Croatia
We have just returned from a fabulous seven day cruise around the islands of northern Croatia. Departing and returning to Opatija. The cruise was magical as we cruised, visited and swam in isolated and sheltered coves around the islands.
With 24 travellers joining us from many corners of the world, the opportunity to make new friends during our cruise was made very easy.
Our tour guide, Josephine, was outstanding as were the crew and their captain. She had a comprehensive knowledge of the villages and islands we visited.
Having such an intimate knowledge of the coastline and the islands allowed the captain to show us some beautiful areas that you would not be able to reach without a boat such as our cruiser, Olmissum allowed.
The food was excellent and the opportunity to visit colorectal the villages we stopped at overnight adding so much to our experience.
We can highly recommend The small cruise company and the offerings they provided for our Croatian escape.
Peter L