DAY 1 • SATURDAY SPLIT

M/S EQUATOR will be docked in Split harbour where you can board during the entire day. Welcome meeting will start at 7:00 p.m. where you will be introduced by our Cruise director to the Captain, our crew and of course your future fellow passengers with whom you will spend a week on board.

Welcome dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m.

The embarkation will be possible throughout the day; passengers arriving in the morning cannot enter their cabins before 1:00 p.m. but they can leave luggage on board. Captain will wait for all passengers arriving late at night and these guests will be provided with dinner.

Overnight in Split, (D)

DAY 2 • SUNDAY SPLIT – BOL – HVAR

We start our day with morning departure towards Bol, said to have the best beach for swimming in Croatia named Zlatni Rat. (Golden cape).

After lunch we will continue cruising towards the sunniest island of Croatia – the island of Hvar, with a second swim stop in a one of the many coves and bays along the way. Hvar is one of the most popular, very attractive tourist destinations and a meeting point for the international jet set.

Upon your evening arrival at Hvar, a local English speaking guide will walk you throughout the town introducing you to the history, culture and way of life on this island and explain how lavender was traditionally farmed on the Island of Hvar for centuries.

Have an evening in Hvar free on your own to explore and dine around in one of numerous family owned restaurants.

Overnight in Hvar Historical Town, (B,L)

DAY 3 • MONDAY HVAR – KORČULA, KORČULA ISLAND

We start our day with morning departure towards the island of Korčula. We shall stop for a swim before lunch and in the afternoon arrive to Korčula town, on Korčula Island. Korčula is a city known as a birthplace of Marko Polo, the famous explorer. Our English speaking guide will do short Korčula City tour, and walk us through narrow and cobbled streets.

The rest of the evening is free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice.

Overnight in Korčula Historical Town, (B,L)

DAY 4 • TUESDAY KORČULA – DUBROVNIK

After breakfast we depart for a pleasant cruise along the shores of Mljet and the Elaphite islands where we will have a swim stop and lunch arriving to Dubrovnik in the afternoon.

Our own English speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. After an organized panoramic drive and photo stop of breathtaking scenery at a hill above Dubrovnik we will arrive to the historical centre of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik. After city tour you will be left on your own to explore the city, visit City Walls or take the cable car to the top of the Mount Srđ.

Return coach transfer is scheduled to be in the evening or you can return on your own.

You will see why this city is called the Pearl of the Adriatic.

Overnight in Dubrovnik, (B,L)

DAY 5 • WEDNESDAY DUBROVNIK- ELAPHITI ISLANDS – NATIONAL PARK MLJET, MLJET ISLAND

After breakfast we will cruise to the Mljet National Park, pass by magnificent shores of the Elaphiti islands archipelago, to the northwest of Dubrovnik, with a swim stops along a way.

Lunch will be served on board while cruising to Mljet National Park.

Upon arrival to the Mljet National Park, you will have free afternoon to explore park (entrance fees are not included), to walk around the Great and Small Lake and Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery from the 12th century. Evening at leisure.

Overnight in Mljet National Park, (B,L)

DAY 6 • THURSDAY MLJET – MAKARSKA

Our voyage will continue towards Makarska with refreshing swim stops on our way passing by Pelješac Penninsula and its picturesque places on both sides, green with the olive and pine groves, vineyards and the low bush forests and Eastern side of Hvar Island.

Lunch on board “en route” and afternoon arrival to Makarska on the mainland, “tourist Centre of Dalmatia” famous with it’s long beaches and nightlife, where we will spend the night.

Overnight in Makarska, (B,L)

DAY 7 • FRIDAY MAKARSKA – PUČIŠĆA – SPLIT

After breakfast we cruise across the Brač channel towards Pucisca.

Pucisca is the island’s biggest village of the island of Brač with authentic Mediterranean architecture and rustic ambiance inside a deep fiord; shiny and white stone facades rising amphitheatrically uphill make this place so unique and worth seeing, famous for its quarries from which stone was excavated to build limestone columns of the White House in Washington DC, The Parliament house in Vienna and many other famous buildings all over the world.

In Pucisce is only one Stonemasonry school in Croatia where students carve Brač limestone with traditional and unconventional tools that are used here for centuries. After a relaxed walk we will have lunch while cruising to Split, our first and last stop.

Split is the second largest urban centre in Croatia and the seat of the Split and Dalmatia County. It is traditionally considered to be over 1,700 years old. Since 1979 the historic centre of Split has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List.

The historical and cultural buildings are located inside the walls of the Diocletian’s Palace.

Our English speaking guide will do afternoon Split City tour, and walk us through historical Diocletian’s Palace.

Overnight in Split, (B,L)

Optional Friday afternoon farewell excursion to National Park Krka.

The Krka National Park was proclaimed in 1985 and is the seventh National Park in Croatia.

The whole area is rich with vegetation as well as birds and fish. Due to new strong preservation laws, this extraordinary area has been kept in its original pristine state.

From the boat we will depart after lunch, arriving there around 3.30 p.m.

Walk through National Park, Skradinski buk waterfall, the longest waterfall on the Krka River, as one of the best known natural beauties of Croatia. Walking part will be ended at The Skradinski buk Ethno Village at Krka National Park recently received the prestigious Golden Flower of Europe award in a competition among several thousand sites. Return by scenic road from Krka to Split, arriving to Split through Golden Door, where we will have orientation Split City tour ending our journey at our ship.

Reservations and payment on the spot.

Including:
English speaking guide, Return transfer, Entrance fee to Krka National Park, Split city tour, Wireless headset system for excursion. Note: Walking over cobblestone streets, uneven surfaces and slopes, recommend comfortable walking shoes.

DAY 8 • SATURDAY SPLIT

It is time to say farewell to all your new friends after having breakfast. (B)

CRUISE RATES PER PERSON IN EUR BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

INCLUDED

• English speaking cruise director on board
• 6 crew members
• 7 nights cruise in a preferred category cabin
• Complimentary fresh fruit available daily
• Welcome dinner with three courses
• Buffet breakfast daily and 6 lunches with three courses
• Professional English speaking guide for city tours of Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik with transfers and panoramic photo stop and Split
• Wireless headset system for sightseeing’s (City Tours)
• Towels changed every second day & linen changed in the middle of the week
• Daily cabin cleaning service
• Two bottles of water 0,50 liters per day and person
• Free unlimited Wi-Fi on board
• CCTV Security Cameras on board
• Elegance Rooftop Jacuzzi (Sun deck)

Not included

• Port taxes and fees, € 25,00 per person/week, to be paid on board in cash
• Entrance to the Mljet National Park, cca 15,00 EUR per person to be paid at entrance if clients want to enter
• Private car transfers can be organized for travel agencies only on request
• Optional excursion in Split (Krka National Park)

CANCELLATION POLICY

Upon confirmation of reservation a 300 EUR deposit per person is required (non-refundable) and balance payment to be paid 60 days before arrival.

Early booking discount: -100,00 € PER PERSON/WEEK FOR BOOKINGS MADE AND PAY BY 31. JANUARY 2018.*

(* EBD is not commissionable)

M/S Equator info

Elegance Cruise ship M/S EQUATOR is ship built in Split shipyard for summer 2017 according to newest European standards.

With its perfect size, maneuvering abilities and its elegant 18 cabins our newly built, yacht-
like ship will satisfy your refined expectations for a comfortable cruise along the Adriatic Coast.

This new motor ship built under Croatian flag, length overall 39,00 meters and 8,00 meters in width, with two powerful engines + three generators for air-condition system and 220 Volts with cruising speed of 12,00 knots, bow thruster and all electronic equipment. Construction material is steel with mahogany and iroko wood.

M/S Equator has 18 spacious cabins with private facilities and air-conditioning providing elegance cruise for up to maximum 36 persons. Experienced crew will make your cruise unforgettable.

Passenger cabins are situated on two decks while crew members are accommodated in separate living quarters reserved for them.

All guest cabins are very comfortable, fully air conditioned, with independent ventilation system for fresh air all the time, conveniently designed with modern private en suites, toilet and shower in cabin.

All cabins are equipped with beds in size 200×80 cm or 200×160 cm with independent air-conditioned control board, Satellite LCD TV in cabins, designed wallboards, working table and chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hair dryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe and luggage space under bed, as well as the latest safety & fire alarm and sound system for notification of a cruise manager or group leader.

Standard cabins have two portholes and dual ventilation system while main deck cabins have cabin window and porthole in bathroom. Cabins are sound-proof and have fire-proof door.

CABIN INFORMATION:

Cabins are made under new standards, each cabin has independent air-condition, central ventilation system, Satellite TV, Safe deposit box, smoke and fire alarm, internal radio system (also for announcements from captain or tour leader), lifejackets, cupboard, cabinet, small table with chair and porthole or window. Luggage space is under the bed. Bathrooms are equipped with toilette, shower, wash basin, hairdryer and cosmetic package.

Standard cabins

Eight cabins are with double or twin beds with size of 9-11 m2. These cabins are equivalent or larger to other cabins in terms of comfort, they are situated under main deck where sea influence and „boat shaking“ is minimized , as well as the noise from city cafe music or other boats during summer nights. Standard cabins have entrance doors from the inside of the ship and have two porthole that cannot be opened due to security reasons, but there is a perfect dual ventilation system and air-condition in a cabins that are much cooler.

Main Deck Cabins

Ten cabins are with double or twin beds with size of 8-10 m2.

PUBLIC AREAS:

Large fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant of more than 70 m2 is on the upper deck where guests can have their privacy, more than large enough for all passengers, equipped with bar and big screen LCD TV, and each table has easy-access chairs.

There is a corner table for buffet breakfast, wireless internet (Wi-Fi) is free of charge for all clients, loud-speakers, audio-system, and microphone for notifications through entire boat or just restaurant area and beautiful large windows for complete passenger’s satisfaction.

Outside terrace have more than 50 m2 with sitting area, tables and chairs that is fully covered of course also large enough for all passengers to have breakfast outside or just do nothing and enjoying. This area can be closed with removable plastic windows (in case of winds) but most of the time is open for a breathtaking “sea view”. Kitchen (galley) is made in accordance with the newest HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) standards.

The boat has platform for swimming, 2 ladders with handholds for an easy access to the water and two outdoor showers and public toilettes.

Bathroom towels will be changed every second day while clients can rent beach towels on the spot. Linens will be changed in the middle of the week as well, while daily cleaning service is included in package as well.

On the high deck is a sun deck that covers 200 m2 with sun-beds for passengers. The fence is 110 centimeters high for the safety of passengers. This is the best part of the boat for those who enjoy sunbathing while part of a sun deck is shaded for clients’ comfort. Here you can enjoy our “Elegance Rooftop Jacuzzi“ with its pertaining facilities designed to ensure an unforgettable cruise.