A Croatian sailing adventure

Discover the treasures of Split on an intimate tour within its ancient city walls. As you stroll, marvel at its remarkable ensemble of Roman, Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance architecture.

Visit Krka Waterfalls National Park, home to some of Croatia’s most beautiful waterfalls. Along its lush green path, River Krka has seven falls, the last being the spectacular Skradinski Buk, where shimmering cascades plunge into a crystalline pool. Thanks to the constant process of travertine building, the Krka River is a karst phenomenon, carving an emerald canyon along its 70-kilometre expanse.

The charming town of Trogir is filled with Greek, Roman and Venetian history. Visit the St. Lawrence cathedral, the Palace of Cipico, home to one of Trogir’s most prominent families, and the Tower of Kamerlengo, which served as the Venetian governor’s palace.

As you wander through its pretty streets, you’ll discover the masterpieces of local sculptors who participated in creating the magnificent visual history of this town.

Known as the ‘Croatian Madeira’ for its abundance of sun, Hvar is home to the oldest town in all of Croatia, where every turn unveils a postcard-perfect vista, ultimately leading you to the formidable Tvrdalj fortress. Explore this historic residence of the legendary poet Petar Hektorović, known for its well-preserved Renaissance architecture.

Visit the island of Vis, whose coastline carved with hidden beaches and coves is lapped by crystal-clear waters. You can disembark in Vis town, where Venetian-era buildings skirt a sheltered harbour, or you can continue to Komiža on the island’s western side, a charming fishing village with a deeply rooted maritime tradition tucked beneath Mount Hum.

Marooned just off Hvar’s southwest coast are the Pakleni Islands, a string of emerald, wooded isles fringed by turquoise lagoons. Upon anchoring in its jewel-toned bay, you can spend some time swimming and snorkelling beneath the warm, Croatian sun. Let curiosity guide you to hidden grottoes or simply soak up the serenity of this coastal sanctuary.

Often nicknamed ‘Little Dubrovnik’, Korčula‘s main town invites you to explore a labyrinth of narrow cobblestone streets, ancient stone buildings and historic landmarks like St. Mark’s Cathedral.

Beyond, you can uncover a treasure trove of beaches, secluded bays and lush vineyards. Korčula is also renowned for its ancient traditions, including sword dances like the Moreska, and its claim as the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo.

Step within Dubrovnik’s magnificent medieval walls and discover a living museum where centuries of history unfold around you. See the main street’s wonderful mélange of cafés and shops bookended by a cluster of monuments at either end.

You’ll also stroll past numerous churches, monasteries and museums ornamented with finely carved stone, recalling a time-honoured artistic tradition.

The Konavle Valley’s charm lies not just in its natural beauty but also in its long-standing folk traditions and way of life.

Your adventure begins in the quaint village of Gruda, where you’ll follow a picturesque trail through orchards, vineyards, corn and blueberry fields, and across the Ljuta and Konavochica rivers.

En route, you’ll visit the Franciscan monastery and the old mills in Ljuta village before enjoying a traditional ‘peka’ lunch cooked in the embers of a blazing fire.

Where soaring peaks meet the glittering Adriatic, the Bay of Boka Kotorska unfolds as a captivating panorama of nature and history — its shores rooted in centuries-old heritage and adorned with a fascinating fusion of architectural styles.

Like pearls, the small towns here, as treasuries of history, art and beauty, are strung along the coastline, with Kotor as an old coastal and cultural centre. You can also explore Perast before visiting the Island of Our Lady of the Rock and marvelling at the island of St George.