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Day 1 Dubrovnik

Dobro Dosli! Welcome to Croatia. Your adventure begins with a group meeting with your skipper at 3 pm on Day 1 at 'Pizzeria' next to the ACI Marina reception, Dubrovnik. The first port of call is then the local supermarket to buy supplies for your trip as a group. If you have any special dietary requirements, please make sure you notify us at the time of booking so we can accommodate your requests. As we will be setting sail this afternoon, we highly recommend you arrive a couple of days early into Dubrovnik to have time to explore. The undisputed jewel of the Dalmatian Coast, Dubrovnik is a beautiful white stone town surrounded entirely by city walls. Although it experienced devastation during the war in the early 1990s, the old town – with its tiled roofs and stone buildings – remains as charming as ever. Extensive restoration has taken place to return it to its original splendour, and even today repairs are still being undertaken. With the sparkling water of the Adriatic in the background, Dubrovnik is picturesque, full of character and can easily be covered on foot. After boarding the boat, leave the mainland shores and sail the open waters of the Adriatic to the hidden paradise of the Elafiti Islands. Elafiti Islands Elafiti is made up of three main islands: Kolocep – Known as the green island because of its 100 year old pine groves, carol-trees, olive groves and citrus trees. There are also two villages to explore – Donje Celo and Gornje Celo. Lopud – This island has spectacular parks and beaches and is one of the best developed touristic islands in the Dubrovnik area. The island is also home to several monasteries and ruins to explore. Sipan – This is the largest of the island group with a long history full of stories and legends and considered one of the jewels of the area.

Day 2-7 Sailing the Dalmatian Coast

Mljet (Elafiti Islands to Mljet: 4–5 hours*) Set sail for the picturesque island of Mljet. Legendary in ancient history as the idyllic island where the shipwrecked Odysseus lived for seven years, today the island is a haven of lush national park, forests and small villages. Since Greek sailors sought haven here from storms, filling up on fresh water from the springs, the island has been inhabited by Illyrians, Romans, Slavs and Avars. In the 13th century the island was given to the Benedictine order who built a monastery in the middle of one of the island's western lakes, Veliko Jezero. In 1410, Mljet was formally annexed to Dubrovnik. Why not explore karst valleys and catch your reflection in inky blue lakes on a guided tour through the national park. Wander beneath cool pine forests, through chasms and gorges, and discover ruins such as the remains of an Illyrian fortification, a Roman palace and a 5th-century church. In the evening perhaps try the local wine – the fields and vineyards that dot the island are the foundation of the local economy, with Mljet's villagers producing wine and olive oil as they have been for hundreds of years. Korcula (Mljet to Korcula: 3–4 hours*) Sail north through the jewel-like waters towards Korcula. Sweep in past the round, defensive towers of Korcula Town via the Peljeski Channel. Natives of Korcula believe Marco Polo was born on the island. Whether or not this can be proved (the Venetians have a similar claim), Korcula is steeped in a long history and the islanders are proud owners of this little gem, smaller than Dubrovnik but no less precious to its inhabitants. Greeks settled in the 6th century BC (they called the island Black Korcula), but the town was also occupied by the Romans, the Slavs, and then the longest period of rule passed to the Venetians between 1420 and 1797. Even Napoleon was ruler for a while. As a result of all these influences, Korcula has a stunning Old Town – romantic and evocative. And what's more, there are plenty of warm beaches to relax on if that's more your speed. Vis (Korcula to Vis: 4–5 hours*) Cruise to Vis, which is the furthest island from the mainland. Vis has retained it charm and laid back lifestyle, and you can take an optional tour to learn about the island’s history – with it passing between Greek, Roman, Venetian, Napoleonic, Austrian and Italian hands. Visit nuclear fallout shelters, churches and vantage points with great views across the ocean. If the tide is low, visit the stunning blue grotto of Cave Bisevo. Hvar (Vis to Hvar: 3–4 hours*) Voyage along the Neretvanski Channel away from mainland Central Dalmatia to the 'Queen of the Dalmatian Islands', Hvar. Settle in for an afternoon of beach-hopping, enjoying seafood fresh from the day's catch and kicking back with cocktails on the waterfront. Hvar has an air of Venice about it – wander around towns with wonderfully preserved Renaissance facades, hike past dramatic jagged limestone cliffs and slow your pace to enjoy the undulating farms, ancient olive groves and fields of rosemary and lavender. There’s an option to cross the island by car to Hvar Town, often known as the ‘San Trope of Croatia’. Brac (Hvar to Brac: 3–4 hours*) Sunny Brac is the largest island in central Dalmatia, set among steep cliffs and a distinctly Mediterranean landscape. Villagers have farmed wine, olive oil, figs and almonds in the difficult interior of this rock-strewn island for centuries, but it's the small, beach-side towns that draw the crowds. Brac's most famous export is the gleaming white stone mined from the island's quarries, cladding buildings as deep in antiquity as Diocletian's Palace in Split, and as far afield as the White House in Washington DC. Take a leisurely cruise along the coast, soaking up the sunshine and the scenery. Weigh anchor and go for a paddle in the aquamarine sea, or snorkel and spot sea anemones, crabs, sea urchins and small fish in the pristine waters. Split (Brac to Split: 3–4 hours*) Sail from island idyll to city wonderland, and approach the palm-lined harbour of Split from its best side – framed by towering coastal mountains and the blue of the Adriatic. If Dubrovnik is considered the heart of Dalmatia, Split is certainly its soul. Situated on a small peninsula on the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea, it's the second largest city in Croatia. Explore the impressive ruins of Diocletian's Palace, Split's most imposing structure and indeed some of the most interesting ruins on the Adriatic coast. Diocletian (245-313 AD) was a Roman Emperor infamous for his cruel treatment of Christians in the 3rd century. He chose the peninsula at Split to build this huge palace for his retirement, near to the Roman settlement of Salona (Solin), the ruins of which can still be seen today. You will arrive into Split at approximately 3pm so the final night of your sailing adventure is spent in this vibrant Croatian city. Perhaps enjoy a final group dinner in the evening to celebrate your journey.

Day 8 Split

After breakfast aboard the yacht, the trip ends around 10am in the exuberant city of Split. There are no activities planned for today and you’re free to depart at any time. * Please note that the sailing times listed above are a guide only and subject to change. They are dependent on weather and sailing conditions.

Day 1 Friday

WELCOME to Captain's Villa Sokol on Korcula Island from Dubrovnik Airport or your Accommodation. Arrival to Dubrovnik airport and Private chauffeur 20 minutes transfer to Cavtat- a small charming medieval town with harbour where your captain and Motor Yacht is awaiting . Welcome aboard drinks and refreshment, followed by fresh fruits, seafood canapés and cold platters of home-made delicacies.

After reception on motor yacht enjoy exhilarating 90 minutes ride to Marco Polo island- Korčula, and be docked on private jetty of Captain's Villa Sokol . Accommodation in a Captain's Villa apartments only 50 meters from the clear blue sea in Lumbarda village.Late get together and hand out of Agenda about our Week itinerary.



Day 2 Saturday- Mljet Island Croatian National Park.

Enjoy full breakfast on our Villa Balcony overlooking the stunning Lumbarda village bay and Adriatic sea. After the breakfast your Captain will escort you to Captain's Villa Private jetty and make a short briefing about safety, introduce you to amnesties of our Motor Yacht and our trip to top Croatian National park Island Mljet. For most people, Mljet is an island lost in the open sea, and the island is indeed hard to reach. But do not let this landscape - mentioned in the stories about Odyssey and St. Paul, as well as Benedictine monks, remain a secret for you. After boarding our Motor Yacht we are on Mljet in less than half hour exciting drive from Korcula. The National park is famous for its two salt lakes in the north end of the island and the 12-th century Benedictine monastery. Our intimate capacity only for 18 pampered guests and plenty of space to relax and unwind, will insure that this trip to Mljet Island is far above other commercial trips to the same island. We simply call it Mljet Exclusive, find it out why! Island Mljet is a place where we will Hike on Gravel roads surrounded with National park sea lakes, snorkel, swim or sunbathe and admire Adriatic fishes. Last but not least delicious Dalmatian lunch is awaiting on our Motor Yacht in peaceful bay served by your own Captain.Upon returning from beautiful Mljet Island Late afternoon at your leisure, or you can have a one and half hours hiking tour with us of nearby half island Peljesac and visit the best view from Franciscan monastery chapel of entire Korcula island archipelago.



Day 3 Sunday-Lastovo Island Croatian Park of Nature

Enjoy relaxing trip on our Motor Yacht Targa 44 ride approx 40 minutes to this Island paradise,...green island in the midst of the blue Adriatic open sea, surrounded by numerous small silver islands. An island and archipelago that like by a miracle escaped the blessings of civilization. Maybe the last piece of the former Mediterranean Homer came and Lord Byron took his inspiration from. Lastovo means a vacation in harmony with untouched nature, a vacation in the ambience of traditional architecture, a vacation where you will enjoy healthy and fresh island food from the fields and the crystal-clear sea, a vacation with wine already drunk by the roman emperors. The name of one of some dozen gardens of Eden in the Mediterranean on the list of prestigious World Wild Foundation - WWF. The Lastovo archipelago was declared a Nature Park in 2006.We will hike, explore, swim, snorkel and dine on Lastovo Island like Romans use to do.Upon returning from beautiful Lastovo Island, Late afternoon at your leisure. In the evening we are transferring you with our van you to a famous Seafood Restaurant MORE in Lumbarda village.



Day 4 Monday-Dubrovnik old city

There is nothing like waking up on your Villa and enjoying breakfast knowing that today we cruise towards the UNESCO protected and spectacularly beautiful city of Dubrovnik. This Excursion is tailor made for our Captain's Villa Sokol Guests who seeks privacy, and intimate capacity as well as exceptional comfort on our spacious fifteen meter Motor Yacht, with leisure time of only 90 minutes pleasant ride to our destination “Pearl of Adriatic” –Dubrovnik. That simply means more quality time in Dubrovnik and less time for time-consuming road transfers and hustle-bustle of street traffic with other commercial tour operators. Included Dubrovnik walking tour with your private Tour Guide is a great way to learn about this wonderful city and participate in famous Games of Thrones private tour which is filmed exactly in Dubrovnik. Last but not the least after departure from Dubrovnik on nearby Elafiti Island your Captain will serve delicious Dalmatian lunch in peaceful bay. There will be plenty of time for swim and sunbathing before our exhilarating ride back to Korcula.In The evening we provide from our Villa a transfer to Korcula old town for summer cultural event a Moreska Traditional sword dance .Tickets are included.



Day 5 Tuesday-Vis Island and Blue Cave grotto on Biševo islet

Enjoy a full day of expedition and exploration on this all-inclusive trip to Vis Island and all of its local sites and natural treasures.

During the day, you’ll visit three of the most naturally alluring caves: the Blue Cave, Green Cave, and the Medvidina Cave. You’ll discover the hidden Stiniva Cove and it’s thirty-metre wide pebbled beach, and finally as our last stop you will visit the cultural rich, historical fishing town of Komiza.



FIRST STOP: GREEN CAVE.

This cave is famous for the small cracks in the ceiling, allowing beams of light to come through, leaving a trace in the sea throughout the cave. The cave is quite spacious, and its depth varies from three to five metres.



SECOND STOP: STINIVA COVE.

Located on the south side of the island, the cove characterised by a very narrow entrance, after which the cove widens to a beautiful, thirty-metre wide pebble beach, flanked by perpendicular rocks 35 metres high. No roads leads to the cove, so it’s natural beauty has been preserved.



THIRD STOP: ISLAND BIŠEVO BLUE CAVE.

Known for its many caves, the best known of which is the famous Blue Cave located in the Baluni cove.The cave is accessible only by a small rowboat. Local fishermen have known about the Blue Cave for generations, but Baron Eugen Rausoonet brought it to the world’s attention in 1884.



Its unique light effects of overflowing blue and silver nuances enchant visitors. When the sea is calm and the day is sunny, reflected sunbeams pass through the underwater entrance and illuminate the cave in a fascinating shade of blue, whereas submerged objects acquire a silverish glow when observed from the surface.

We are back home after this gorgeous day at sea at late afternoon, evening on your leisure.



Day 6- Hvar Island-Jet set summer destination

Our departure is only 60 minutes pleasant cruising from Captain's Villa Sokol on our luxurious Motor Yacht to island Hvar which is situated in picturesque nature, facing the southern, side of the world that has given it all Mediterranean attraction and cheerfulness; facing sea, that gave it splendid and repeatable history, Hvar is an inexhaustible treasury of the scenery, atmosphere and adventure. Its name derives from the Greek name for island and town, that stood where today Stari Grad (Hvar became an island’s centre in 13th century) stands - PHAROS.Hvar gained glory and power during Middle Ages being an important port within the Venetian, naval empire. Today, it is centre of island’s tourism and one of the favourite destinations in Dalmatian Riviera. After sightseeing of Hvar town old centre, cathedral,the arsenal Spanjol fortress and coffee and drinks with your private tour guide we shall depart for swim and snorkel in lovely beaches on nearby Pakleni island and have delicious Dalmatian lunch on the Yacht.On this evening we will escort you with our minivan to famous Agrotourism BIRE in Lumbarda village and festive wine tasting event.



Day 7 Thursday - Captain's Farewell Sunset cruise

Today on a last day with us you have full day at leisure or welcome to do whatever you please, It can be buggy safari excursions with our tour guides, sea kayaking or Wine tasting event in our famous Korcula island Winery - Agrotourism Bire. In the late afternoon we will depart for our Festive Dining Experience in one of the best remote Restaurants on Korcula Island.

Welcome and join us for this extraordinary and special dining experience, we will definitely exceed your expectations.



Day 8 Friday- BYE BYE day

After Full Breakfast service in our Villa you have a choice of a seaplane flight to Dubrovnik or Split airport or an private chauffeur transfer with our Mercedes van to Dubrovnik or Split airport for your home bounds flights.*



Note* : Please be advice that a transfer choice option depends of your flight details and timing or an accommodation destination. Please do send us your departure details at the time of the booking so we can all organised it smoothly for you.