From Split to Dubrovnik, kayaking and cruising the hidden coves of the islands of Dalmatia. Now SAVE $1000—see below!

Book by May 31, 2012 and Save $1000 off the regular Land/Cruise Cost!*

See Dalmatia’s pristine islands at their most intimate and rewarding: cruising for seven nights aboard a traditional wooden gulet. We’ll visit the region’s best places—like Hvar, renowned as one of the world’s 10 most beautiful islands. Or the lush island of Mljet, where mythic hero Odysseus is said to have taken refuge. Wander the cobbled streets of UNESCO-protected Dubrovnik and see Diocletian’s Palace in Split. Each day we’ll have the option to kayak the islands’ remote coves and hidden bays, or explore secluded monasteries and medieval villages. We’ll taste the best of Southern Croatia’s local cuisine—from seafood risotto, stuffed squid and brodetto to a rich array of local wines and bevanda—a flavor-rich, traditional Croatian red wine. From island to island, we’ll sail to areas inaccessible by foot, and well off the beaten path of most tourists—landscapes of pine forests, lavender and rosemary fields, dramatic seaside cliffs, and the crystalline Adriatic.

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Activities

8 days of adventure cruising, easy to moderate hiking and kayaking, and light touring

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit Split, the UNESCO Diocletian Palace, and the UNESCO walled city of Dubrovnik
• Tour areas unreachable by foot, away from the tourists and crowds common to Dalmatia
• Discover the island of Hvar, considered one of the top 10 most beautiful islands in the world
• Kayaks into Bisevo's breathtaking Blue Grotto
• Explore the island of Lastovo, which tourists have been forbidden visit for decades
• Save $1000 off your Land/Cruise Cost when you book by May 31, 2012!

Duration: 8 days Start Location: Split End Location: Dubrovnik

BRIEF Itinerary

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  Day 1 : Meet in Trogir - Visit Split – Board Gulet – Brac Island – Hvar

  Meet your guide in Trogir, and transfer to Split.  Visit the UNESCO Heritage Diocletian Palace, before boarding our gulet. Kayak on the Adriatic in the secluded bays of Brac Island. Overnight on Hvar Island.

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  Day 2 : Hvar Island, Kayak on Pakleni Island, Vis

  Morning stroll through Hvar's medieval quarter and hike to the fortress. Kayak around the Pakleni Islands (as known as "the Devil's Islands") and navigate to the island of Vis.

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  Day 3 : Vis Island to Komiza

  Kayak to the northwest area of Vis, where we visit a marine base and WWII hideout. Explore the island of Bisevo and kayak into the famed Blue Grotto. Spend the night in charming Komiza on Vis. A sunset hike in Komiza is not to be missed!

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  Day 4 : Vis to Lastovo Island

  Explore the southwest shores of Vis. We'll then move on to tour Lastovo, another naval island that was forbidden to foreign tourists until recently. Scenic afternoon kayaking through Lastovo's collection of 46 small neighboring islands.

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  Day 5 : Lastovo to Korcula Island

  Tour of Korcula and its medieval town (a UNESCO Heritage Site), the fabled birthplace of Marco Polo. We'll kayak in an archipelago just southeast of the island.

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  Day 6 : Mljet Island

  In the morning, we'll reach the true pearl of Dalmatia, the island of Mljet. We'll spend the day exploring and kayaking on two saltwater lakes that connect to the ocean.

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  Day 7 : From Mljet to Dubrovnik via Elafiti Islands

  Kayak the Elafiti Islands on the way to Dubrovnik.

• Day 8 : Depart from Dubrovnik

  Early morning transfer to the Dubrovnik Airport for departure flights home.

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  Traditional Wooden Gulet MSY Atalanta

  Dalmatian Islands, Croatia

  MSY Atalanta has 7 cabins below deck with double and twin beds. Each cabin has two portholes, a western toilet and shower with hot water. In the spacious galley, delicious Croatian food is prepared daily, and there is a bar with a wide selection of drinks and beverages. A dinghy with an outboard motor is often used to reach shore for excursions. Our boat has a crew of 4: a captain, a cook, and two sailors. Safety is of the utmost importance to us. All passenger vessels must comply with stringent Croatia Maritime Authority safety regulations.

Properties shown are representative of the accommodations we use on this trip, may not be inclusive of all accommodations we use, and are subject to change.

Expert leadership is the key to an exciting, unforgettable experience. Our trips feature gifted leaders for whom leading trips is a true vocation. Besides showing you wonders you’d never find on your own, they make sure everything runs smoothly and safely without a hitch. They are knowledgeable about all aspects of your trip, and take great pleasure in sharing their insights with you. More than just guides, they positively elevate your experience by being teachers, companions, and the best of friends. You’ll be in good hands with them every step of the way.

• Luka Poznic

  Luka doesn't sit still for long. When he is not guiding our trips, he is exploring the outer reaches of Northern Africa, Burma, Tibet, Montenegro, Sahara, Thailand, Croatia, and Nepal; guiding, discovering new destinations or bargaining for a precious Iranian silk carpet. He takes very seriously his Arabic lessons, due to the mystical deserts of the Arabic world which have enchanted him. When he is in Slovenia, he is devoted to free-climbing, mountain-biking, photography and expert dining. In his years of traveling he has became very knowledgeable about fine wine. Luka is the right person to show you where the best Cabarnet Sauvignon in Slovenia can be found.

• Ursula Kordis

  Ursula has a degree in management and organization. She is an avid photographer and has traveled extensively between Asia and Latin America, and spent six months in Colombia working as a photo journalist. Ursula has been guiding since 2001 and is very knowledgeable about the Slovenian outdoors. She is fluent in English and Spanish, and in her free time enjoys cooking and dancing the Salsa.

photo credits: MTS Photo File