Inspirations Travel & Tours
Tel: +27(0)31 266 0030
info@inspirations-travel.co.za
www.inspirations-travel.co.za
9 Kensington Drive, Westville 3629,
Durban, South Africa
DALMATIAN EXPLORER CRUISE 2014
Zadar - Dubrovnik
(MV Princess Aloha or similar)
Saturday: ZADAR
Transfer to Zadar port for embarkation and meet your fellow ‘sailors’ on board for a welcome
dinner.
Overnight: Zadar. (D)
Sunday: ZADAR - SALI
Morning walking tour of Zadar, admire the defensive walls built in 16th century by the Venetians
as a defense from Turks. See the 16th century Port Gate where the Venetian lion (symbol of
Venice) still guards the entrance, “Square of the 5 Wells”, Church of St. Donat, Roman Forum
(1st century BC) and the biggest Cathedral in Dalmatia - St. Anastasia Cathedral. Afternoon
sailing to Sali.
Overnight: Sali. (BL)
Monday: SALI – SIBENIK
Cruise to Kornati National Park which consists of more than 140 islands with numerous coves and
crystal clear waters. Continue to Krka National Park with its magnificent beauty and wonderful
waterfalls. Disembark and continue by road to join the ship in Sibenik.
Overnight: Sibenik. (BL)
Tuesday: SIBENIK – TROGIR - SPLIT
Cruise to Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage city. Time at leisure to explore this ancient town.
Afternoon arrival in Split. Join a walking tour of this UNESCO city, built around the Roman
Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and
Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral.
Overnight: Split. (BL)
Wednesday: SPLIT – BOL – HVAR
After breakfast, cruise to the island of Brac. Stop for a swim at the Golden
golden-pebbled beach some 530 meters long. It is unique as it changes
depending on the winds. Afternoon departure for Hvar. Join a guided tour
was the home of the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare
see the Franciscan Monastery and other interesting sites.
Overnight: Hvar. (BL)
Horn on Bol, a vast
shape and position
of Hvar town which
Theatre in the UK),
Thursday: HVAR – KORCULA – MLJET
Cruise to Korcula, the acclaimed birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Join a walking
tour of Korcula old town, explore the through narrow, cobbled streets and visit the majestic
Gothic-Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Continue to island of Mljet.
Overnight: Mljet. (BL)
Friday: MLJET – DUBROVNIK
Morning tour of Mljet National Park and enjoy a beautiful walk around the Great and the Small
Lake. Visit Grgich Vinery and enjoy some wine tasting. Afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik, the pearl
of Adriatic. Dubrovnik is another of Croatia’s UNESCO World Heritage cities. Join a walking tour
of Dubrovnik old town and visit the Rector’s Palace and the Franciscan Monastery with its
Pharmacy.
Overnight: Dubrovnik. (BL)
Saturday: DUBROVNIK
Departure transfer to Dubrovnik Airport. (B)
Package includes:
 Transfer Zadar hotel OR Split Airport to Zadar Port
 7 Nights’ accommodation on board a 5* motor-sailing yacht – lower deck cabin with
private toilet and shower
 Cruising as per itinerary below
 Sightseeing tours in Zadar, Kornati National Park, Krka National Park, Split, Hvar, Korcula,
Mljet National Park, Dubrovnik and Grgich Hills Winery
 Departure transfer to Dubrovnik Airport

Meals as indicated in itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Package excludes:
 Port taxes (must be pre-paid - currently Euro 70 per person)
PLEASE NOTE:
Embarkation is from 14.00.
Please note: This is not a cruise on a cruise ship; the vessel provides accommodation and
transportation from island to island. It is classified as a 5* motor sailer (when compared to
vessels sailing in Croatia) and should not be compared to 5* hotels. These cruises allow plenty of
time for sunbathing, swimming and exploring small bays and towns on your own. Cruise
itineraries are subject to change depending on weather conditions. This cruise may not be
suitable for elderly clients and persons with restricted mobility.
DALMATIAN EXPLORER CRUISE (Zadar-Dubrovnik)
Per person
sharing
Single room
supplement
26 Apr; 24 May; 21 Jun; 11 Oct 14 from:
EUR 1324
EUR 1060
19 Jul; 16 Aug; 13 Sep 14 from:
EUR 1425
EUR 1140
Includes: Arrival and departure airport transfers, 7 nights cruise, breakfast and lunch daily, 1 dinner, sightseeing tours
in Zadar, Kornati National Park, Krka National Park, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Mljet National Park, Dubrovnik and Grgich
Hills Winery.
Excludes: Port taxes (approx. EUR 70)
All rates will be converted at time of final payment according to our Bank’s selling rates for the
Euro. Please check final ZAR amount with us on day of payment.
MS PRINCESS ALOHA / VITA:
BOAT DESCRIPTION:
The boat is a classified 5* vessel, it is 38 m long, 8 m wide, with cruising speed of 9 NM. The
boat capacity: 38 persons. It has 18 cabins with twin or double beds and some of the cabins with
possibility for an additional bed.
Each cabin is air-conditioned, has LCD TV, mini-bar, safe deposit box, fire alarm, internal
communication system between room and bar (also for announcements from captain or tour
leader), lifejackets, cupboard, cabinet, small table with chair and porthole window. Luggage
space is under the bed. Bathrooms are equipped with WC, shower, wash basin, hairdryer,
slippers, bathrobe, and cosmetic package. Cabins are sound-proof and each cabin has a fireproof door.
Fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant on the upper deck large enough for all passengers,
equipped with bar and LCD TV, each table has easy-access chairs. There is a corner table for
buffet breakfast, armchair and small coffee table in the bar, free wireless internet (WiFi), loudspeakers, audio-system, direct telephone communication cabin to bar, big windows. Additional
part of the restaurant is outside, on the upper deck that is fully covered, large enough for all
passengers with tables, chairs and one public toilet. This part can be closed with removable
plastic windows (in case of unfavourable weather).
Sun deck covers 220 m2, one part is covered with sun-shade and it has sun-beds for all
passengers. The railing is 105 cm high, for the safety of passengers. The boat has a platform for
swimming, 2 ladders for easy access to the water and two outside showers, four deck toilets.
CABIN SPECIFICATION (12-15 m2)
Main Deck – 9 twin cabins, 1 double cabin with queen size bed, 3 twin cabins, 1 single cabin for
tour escort
Lower Deck – 2 twin cabins, 4 Double cabins with queen size bed, 2 Triple cabins with queen size
bed and additional bed.
Boat is equipped with:
 Complete navigation equipment (navigation radar, ploter, GPS, radio, etc.)
 Fire alarm
 Emergency lights
 Video surveillance
 Life boat for 50 pax
 Tender boat for 12 passengers
 Electricity on board: 220 V
 2 engines (400 HP each) + 2 generators for A/C and lights