Discover Croatia & Italy

Your luxurious yacht cruise begins in Venice, where you’ll transfer to embark on your discovery of Croatia.

Please book your flight to arrive into Venice prior to 02:00 PM.

Krk is the largest island in the Adriatic, and paints a picture of the early days of Croatia. Krk Town is home to the beautiful 12th century St Mary’s Cathedral, and a seafront promenade offering scenic vistas over the rolling countryside.

Included Excursion
A walking tour of Krk

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Island tour with wine tasting (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

Set on a peninsula, the historic city of Zadar has relics of bygone eras scattered across its landscape. Among the churches and Roman ruins, the Sun Salutation and Sea Organ are two of the city’s more modern, and curious attractions. 

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A walking tour of Zadar (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

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Tour of Pag Island (extra expense)

Known for its UNESCO World Heritage-listed St James’ Cathedral and its famous black and orange hat, Šibenik is a city of tradition. The oldest native town in the country, its origins trace back to 1066; you’ll find history at every turn of its medieval streets and Square of the Four Wells.

Included Excursion
A walking tour of Sibenik

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Visit to Krka National Park (extra expense)

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Visit to the falconry centre (extra expense)

Lying neatly off the coast of Split is the island Hvar. Said to be Croatia’s answer to Saint-Tropez, Hvar Town is home to an elegant shoreline bursting with luxurious yachts and is one of the more glamorous settings in the Adriatic.   

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Hvar island tour (extra expense)

Enjoy a taste of real Dalmatian life in awe-inspiring Split. Croatia’s second-largest city effortlessly brings together the country’s traditional and contemporary elements. Diocletian’s Palace is an extraordinary example of Roman architecture and features a myriad of hideaway bars and cafes. 

Included Excursion
A walking tour of Split

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Klapa performance (onboard)

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Guided hike to Marjan hill

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Guided tour of Trogir (extra expense)

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River Rafting (extra expense)

The sixth-largest island in the Adriatic, Korcula is among the most beloved in Croatia. Its Old Town, referred to by the locals as “Little Dubrovnik”, is a delightful collection of medieval churches, palaces and squares, while the villages of Cara and Smokvica produce the country’s signature dry white wine.

Included Excursion
A walking tour of Korcula

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Buggy tour (extra expense)

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Cooking Class (extra expense)

After breakfast, you can explore Dubrovnik on your own, discovering further the Mediterranean splendour. In the afternoon, we’ll welcome back on board your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht for the second half of your journey.

Tracing its origins back to 545 AD, Monopoli is a melting pot of Byzantine, Venetian and Turkish influence. Its charming harbour is surrounded by medieval stone walls, while the Church of the Purgatory features a Baroque chapel of mummified citizens that passed on.

Included Excursion
Tour of Monopoli 

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Folk dance show

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Discover the Trulli of Alberobello (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

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Guided tour of Ostuni (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

Regarded as ‘the far east of Italy’, Otranto gazes out on to the Adriatic Sea and was a key port for trade and conquest during Roman times. Today, you’ll find a picturesque town of fortifications, mouthwatering seafood restaurants and a pleasant beach.   

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Guided tour of Lecce (extra expense)

Gallipoli is a charming little town on the Salento Peninsula surrounded by water and accessible only by sea or via a 16th century bridge. Its historic heart sits on a small island that juts out into the Ionian Sea.

Included Excursion
Walking tour of Gallipoli

Giardini Naxos is a gorgeous beach resort, with a resplendent horseshoe bay and seafront lined with bars and restaurants.   

Included Excursion
A walking tour of Taormina

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‘The Godfather’ Tour (extra expense)

Sitting in the foothills of Mount Cerreto, the ambient setting of Amalfi is a pleasant collection of piazzas and waterfront restaurants. Despite its diminutive size, this town was once a maritime powerhouse. 

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Amalfi Coast and Ravello (extra expense)

A quaint resort credited with inspiring the works of Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy, Sorrento provides a romantic introduction to the Amalfi Coast. The historic town has spectacular views over the Bay of Naples, and its maze of cobbled streets is punctuated with cosy cafes. 

Included Excursion
Guided tour of Sorrento

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Guided tour of Pompeii (extra expense)

Your time aboard your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht comes to an end in Civitavecchia. After bidding farewell to the crew and your fellow guests, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.

Please book your flight to depart out of Rome after 12:00 PM.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.