Dalmatian Coastal Cruise on board MS Mendula

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Dalmatian Coastal Cruise on board MS Mendula

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An idyllic coastline of ancient settlements, sparkling blue waters and delightful offshore isles, explored in relaxed style. Join beautiful, twin-masted Mendula, your delightful air-conditioned 'private yacht', for an unforgettable cruise through some of Europe’s bluest waters. As one of just 30 passengers, you'll call in exquisite, sheltered coves for the chance to swim and snorkel, and get to know one of Europe’s most scenic coastlines. Step ashore to explore picture-book, historic towns and cities, including walled Trogir and Roman Split, call at some wonderful little islands, and enjoy the pleasures of life on board.

Holiday Highlights

Enjoy plenty of opportunities to swim and snorkel
Spend idyllic evenings aboard or ashore
Stunning Roman Split, Croatia’s second city
UNESCO-listed Šibenik, Croatia’s oldest coastal settlement
The picture-book Kornati archipelago
Explore relaxed university seat, Zadar
Call at the exquisite fishing port of Vodice
Wander Trogir’s beguiling streets
Enjoy a Captain's Dinner at the island of Zlarin

What's Included

Seven nights' accommodation on board Mendula in a lower-deck cabin (upgrade cabins available)
Breakfast each day, five lunches and two evening meals, including a Captain’s Dinner
Join MS Mendula in beautiful Rogoznica
Guided tours of Šibenik, Zadar, Trogir and Split
Return flights to Split
Return airport-to-ship transfers

Itinerary

Day 1

Fly to Croatia's second city Split, and transfer by coach to the beautiful harbour at Rogoznica, the most western point of the Croatian mainland. Board Mendula and settle in to your cabin, meet your fellow passengers and the friendly crew, and perhaps step ashore to wander along the colourful promenade before a first dinner is served aboard. Each evening (hopefully under starlit skies) you'll be able to enjoy a nightcap at the top-deck bar, or head ashore to enjoy a gentle stroll whenever Mendula is tied up at the dock. (Passengers arriving early can enjoy delightful Rogoznica, and perhaps take a dip before they embark.)

Day 2

After breakfast, Mendula heads away from Rogoznica’s beautiful marina and sails north along the verdant coastline towards the ancient town of Šibenik, Croatia’s oldest settlement. En route you may have time to enjoy a first dip in the crystal-clear Adriatic waters; the captain will try to find a suitably sheltered and beautiful spot for swimming and snorkelling off Mendula’s aft platform each day, weather permitting. For some, the joys of cruising, sometimes under sail, just offshore, are pleasure enough. Lunch will be taken on board, today, before you step ashore to enjoy a guided tour of medieval Šibenik, its haphazard heart watched over by UNESCO-listed St James’s Cathedral. Later, as Mendula moors overnight in the harbour, perhaps enjoy dinner in Šibenik’s delightful old town.

Day 3

Today you'll cruise towards the 140 islands of the Kornati archipelago, idyllically set in aquamarine waters, 89 of which form part of barren, sun-kissed Kornati National Park. You'll make a memorable stop in beautiful Telašcica Bay, an anchorage surrounded by islets, and after lunch onboard in this idyllic setting you’ll sail on to Dugi Otok’s charming port of Sali, for an overnight stay.

Day 4

Slipping away from Sali, this morning, Mendula heads back to the mainland (with a swim stop, weather permitting) to tie up in Zadar. The historic former capital of ancient Dalmatia was once an Italian enclave, and is now a vibrant, cosmopolitan ferry port and university city much restored since World War Two’s destruction. After lunch on board, the medieval maze on Zadar's central peninsula is a delight to wander, its central Forum plaza crowned by 9th-century St Donat’s church and the city's vast Romanesque cathedral. You'll discover several other churches, and some surviving city walls, on an included walking tour, and then have the evening free.

Day 5

Today brings two contrasting calls as Mendula leaves Zatar and makes her way south. First is colourful Vodice, where you'll have the chance to go ashore to soak up the atmosphere of this popular holiday hideaway, and perhaps enjoy lunch, before you head to blissful green island Zlarin. A paradise of forested coves and tiny sandy beaches, this is the perfect spot in which to enjoy your Captain’s Dinner on board and a night under the stars.

Day 6

Mendula makes her way towards the medieval gem of Trogir, as beautiful a settlement as any on the Dalmatian Coast, today. Built on an island separated from the mainland by a narrow channel, this exquisite walled city surrounds an ancient cathedral. and will be brought to life on the included walking tour. Its maze of narrow streets is a haven for shoppers, while the ramparts of Kamerlengo Castle afford stunning views over the city and its surroundings. Sailing south, with another stop for a swim, Mendula makes her lazy way towards her last fascinating port - Croatia’s vibrant second city, Split. Why not step ashore to enjoy dinner in this lively, engaging place?

Day 7

Enjoy this morning’s guided tour of Split, with its wondrous UNESCO-listed Old Town and palace of Roman Emperor Diocletian. Enjoy a last lunch on board, and perhaps a final afternoon swim stop, as you sail back towards idyllic Rogoznica to spend the night back here, in one of Croatia’s most beautifully located marinas. Enjoy a last evening ashore, perhaps dining in a choice of restaurants.

Day 8

Bid Mendula farewell, and return to the airport to board your flight home at the end of a wonderful holiday.

MS Mendula

Designed in 2011, this beautiful yacht, which cruises at a leisurely 12 knots, is air-conditioned throughout and has a maximum passenger capacity of just 31, sleeping in 16 cabins.

Hotel transfer times

The transfer time from the airport to the quayside to board MS Mendula is approximately 30 minutes.

Combining hotel transfers

We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.

Special requirements

If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.

Disabled access

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Itinerary changes

At the captain's discretion, it may be necessary to alter the order of the itinerary of your holiday.

Changes to your hotels

Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in alternative hotels, of a similar standard, nearby. Full details of your hotels will be sent with your Final Travel Documents.

Foreign Office Travel Advice

Visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice to find out the latest Foreign And Commonwealth Office travel advice for your holiday destination, as well as information about passports and visas.

Single supplement

Single cabin prices are as per the Cat A cabin prices as single cabins do not carry a supplement. The Category A single cabin is 6.5sqm which is much smaller than the twin cabins and is located on the Main Deck.

Terms and conditions

The 10% Sale applies to new bookings only on air-inclusive tours (also includes 'make your own way' and holidays by Eurostar) booked from today's date to 30th June 2020 inclusive. 10% Sale does not apply to holidays with late availability pricing and Wimbledon breaks. Prices shown when booking do not include the discount which will be applied to your booking once the promo code 10SALE has been entered and will be confirmed before purchase. The discount applies to your final holiday price (excluding holiday insurance) at the time of booking. 10% Sale offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. For full terms and conditions, visit newmarketholidays.co.uk/offer-terms.

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Single supplement

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