CROATIA: land & cruise Kvarner bay islands 11 DAYS
ZAGREB - PLITVICE - OPATIJA - KRK - RAB - ZADAR - MOLAT or OLIB - (ILOVIK) LOŠINJ - CRES - OPATIJA

itinerary, prices & Inclusions

Day 1 - Wednesday ARRIVAL ZAGREB (D)
Arrive in Zagreb and transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 2 - Thursday ZAGREB WALKING TOUR  (B)
Morning city tour of Zagreb includes walk through the historic Upper Town, where, among other sites, visit the St. Mark's Church, the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Lotrščak tower. Overnight in Zagreb.

Day 3 - Friday ZAGREB - PLITVICE LAKES - OPATIJA (B)
Morning departure towards the spectacular Plitvice National Park, consisting of 16 lakes, connected with a series of waterfalls. An environment where Karl May movies were made. Walking shoes are essential for our 3 hour walk in this wonderful environment and we enjoy a boat ride on the emerald green Kozjak Lake and walk back to the entrance.  Drive to Opatija for overnight.

Day 4 - Saturday OPATIJA - KRK ISLAND  (BL)
Morning guided tour of Opatija, once the summer and winter resort of 19th Century elite Wilhelm II, Franz Josef, Gustav Mahler, and Isadora Duncan. Take a stroll along the seafront, visit the park and the oldest hotel on the Adriatic coast - Kvarner (1884). Transfer of the luggage will be organized before departure at 1pm. Lunch on board followed by a swim stop in the crystal clear sea on route to Krk island - the largest of the Croatian islands. Krk has immense variety in its villages large and small, gentle green promenades bare rocky wilderness, tiny islands and hundreds of hidden bays and beaches. Evening at leisure to enjoy numerous cafes and restaurants alongside the waterfront. Overnight in town of Krk.

Day 5 - Sunday KRK ISLAND - RAB ISLAND  (BL)
After breakfast, we cruise towards Rab island known as the “island of love”. Sightseeing of town (Included on Premium Superior & Premium vessels) encircled by medieval walls, Romanesque church towers, churches, palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Enjoy the “gallery” on the streets and squares where artists work and show their material and try famous “Rapska torta“ cake, it is a must. If time allows, walk up to Kamenjak hill to enjoy the magnificent sunset. Overnight in town of Rab.

Day 6 - Monday    RAB ISLAND - ZADAR  (BL)
Morning cruise from Rab towards Zadar alongside Pag island with a swimming stop on  tiny MAUN island. Enjoy a guided tour of the city (Included on Premium Superior & Premium vessels), which, for centuries, was the metropolis of Dalmatia, and today the centre of the region. Zadar is rich in monumental heritage of world importance visible at every turn. Here you can see The Roman forum dating from the 1st century AD, the church of St. Donatus dating from  the 9th century AD – the most famous Medieval basilica and the symbol of the city, the mighty city walls with representative Port and Land gates from the 16th century AD, and numerous palaces and  villas. The town is full of great restaurants  especially in the centre. The seafront is the location of the famous Zadar Sea Organ, one of a kind in the world and “The Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Overnight in Zadar.

Day 7 - Tuesday    ZADAR - MOLAT ISLAND or OLIB  (BLCD)
Early departure for Molat or Olib island (depending on available space in the small harbours). Both islands are situated in the northern part of Zadar's archipelago where one can enjoy peace and serenity. Captain's dinner party on board and overnight.

Day 8 - Wednesday    MOLAT ISLAND or OLIB - ILOVIK - LOŠINJ ISLAND  (BL)
After breakfast and morning swim, cruise towards Ilovik, the tiny island of flowers for a short stop before departing for Lošinj island, one of the most popular islands on the northern Adriatic due to the abundance of pine trees and clear waters. Mali Lošinj is known as the “sunshine island”. On arrival take a walk along the harbour or walk up to the Lošinj Aromatic Garden or simply visit nearby, picturesque, town of Veli Lošinj. Overnight in Mali Lošinj.

Day 9 - Thursday    LOŠINJ ISLAND - CRES ISLAND (BL)
After a morning swim we leave for Cres island, a long and narrow island covered with oak, beech and pine forests as well as vineyards and olive groves. Cres and Mali Lošinj used to be one island but a channel was dug by the Romans which then separated them. Spend the night in the harbour of typical medieval Cres town.

Day 10 - Friday    CRES ISLAND - OPATIJA  (BL)
After breakfast we leave for Opatija. En route we will experience the spectacular views of famous Opatija Riviera- always amazing from the sea. Late afternoon arrival to Opatija for a stroll along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – the Lungomare (guided walking tour included on Premium Superior vessel) and to the numerous cafes and restaurants in Opatija (plus good boutique shopping) or visit Volosko, a nearby fishermen's village –with excellent seafood restaurants, not only the best in the region but in Croatia too. For your last night on board we recommend a farewell party a great opportunity for exchanging addresses with other passengers who have by now become your new friends.

Day 11 - Saturday   OPATIJA (B)
After breakfast say goodbye to the crew and hope to see you again aboard Katarina Line cruises. Many people return!
Legend: B – breakfast, L – lunch, D – dinner, T – tasting, CD – Captain`s dinner

Single room supplement is extra. Please contact us for Single travel alone and Single room supplement.
Note: Upgrade to higher category cabins available upon request.

INCLUSIONS

• 2 overnights Zagreb in 4* hotel (Hotel Dubrovnik, Hotel Palace or similar)

•  1 overnight Opatija in 4* hotel (Hotel Bristol, Continental or similar)

•  1 breakfast & dinner and 2 bed and breakfast services in hotels

•  Visitor’s taxes during land part

•  7 overnights cruise according to KL1 itinerary with breakfast & three course lunch on board of our Premium Superior , Premium and Traditional en suite vessels (Captain's diner
  included on Premium superior and Premium category)

•  Transfers as per itinerary (arrival transfer from airport Zagreb & to airport Zagreb)

•  Guided tours of Zagreb, Plitvice, Opatija and Zadar (according to the categories described above)

•  Accommodation in cabins according to the categories described above

•  Unlimited water from water dispenser (during cruise)

•  Porterage on ship
  
  SPECIAL NOTES:
  - The Captain reserves the right in changing the route in case of bad weather conditions
  - All cruise departures are guaranteed, however if less than 10 participants are booked, cruise line reserves the right in cancelling the departure and changing the ship name if the need arises
  - Guests are obliged to follow the ship rules and regulations found in written form onboard especially in regards to bringing drinks on board
  - In case of inappropriate behavior captain reserves the right in asking clients to disembark.
  
  EXCLUSIONS
  • Personal expenses, International & internal airfare, Visa fees
  • Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.