Adriatic Cruise & Stay Holidays in Croatia

7-Night Cruise + 3-Night Stay | Total 10-Night Holiday

Discover the best of Croatia with our flexible Adriatic cruise and stay holidays, combining a relaxing small-ship cruise with a personalised hotel stay in your chosen destination. These tailor-made Croatia holidays are ideal for travellers who want to explore more at their own pace, with extra time in historic cities such as Split and Dubrovnik, as well as beautiful coastal and island resorts.

Many guests choose to add a three-night stay in either Split or Dubrovnik before or after their cruise — while others enjoy experiencing both cities. For this, we recommend a one-way Adriatic cruise between Split and Dubrovnik (or vice versa), offering a seamless and scenic way to discover two of Croatia’s most iconic destinations in one journey.

If your cruise begins or ends in Split or Trogir, consider extending your holiday on nearby islands such as Hvar or Brač (Bol), home to the famous Zlatni Rat — one of Croatia’s most photographed beaches.

If your cruise finishes in Dubrovnik and you’d like to enjoy additional beach or island time, we recommend staying in Cavtat, just a short 25-minute drive away. Alternatively, you can take a catamaran or ferry to explore the beautiful islands of Mljet, Šipan, or the historic island of Korčula.

With a variety of embarkation and disembarkation options along the Dalmatian coast, we’ll help you select the ideal cruise and design a fully personalised itinerary to suit your preferences. With Diamond Star Experience, your Croatian cruise and stay holiday is always tailored entirely to you — simply tell us how you’d like to travel.
 

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Route K260 – Trogir / Split to Dubrovnik (One Way)

Day 1 Trogir Arrival, Saturday (WR, D)

You will be transferred from Split Airport to the port in Trogir. Embarkation begins at 14:00. Settle into your cabin before joining a short orientation walk through this beautifully preserved medieval town, often called “Miniature Venice” or a “Floating Museum Town” for its exquisite Venetian palaces and ancient stone streets. Return to the ship for a welcome reception followed by dinner.

Day 2 Trogir – Split – Brač Island, Sunday (B, L, T)

This morning we sail toward Split, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Old Town and Diocletian’s Palace. Explore the Peristyle, Jupiter’s Temple, the Cathedral, and the historic seafront promenade.

We then continue toward the island of Brač, with a refreshing swim stop in one of the island’s pristine bays, weather permitting. Lunch is served on board before we arrive in Milna, known as one of the most beautiful and sheltered harbours on Brač. Explore the charming waterfront and Baroque church with its valuable Venetian artwork. Overnight on Brač Island.

Note: Due to limited capacity at Split Harbour during reconstruction, transfers by bus may be arranged for the sightseeing tour.
Note: During peak season, Milna may be substituted with a nearby harbour.

Day 3 Brač Island – Vis Island, Monday (B, L)

This morning we sail toward Vis, once a strategic Yugoslav naval base closed to the public for decades. Because of this long isolation, Vis has preserved an authentic atmosphere often described as “The Mediterranean as It Once Was.” Explore the island’s fascinating past on a guided military tour using Land Rover Defenders. Overnight in one of Vis Island’s peaceful harbours.

Day 4 Vis Island – Biševo – Hvar Island, Tuesday (B, L)

We depart Vis in the morning and continue to the island of Biševo to visit the famed Blue Cave, a natural marvel glowing with an otherworldly blue light. The visit is weather dependent and your cruise manager will advise on conditions.

Afterwards, we sail to Hvar Island with a swim stop en route, weather permitting. Lunch is served on board. Upon arrival, join a guided walking tour of Hvar Town, including St Stephen’s Square and Cathedral, the historic Arsenal with Europe’s oldest municipal theatre, and Fortica Fortress overlooking the bay and Pakleni Islands. Overnight in Hvar or Stari Grad.

Day 5 Hvar Island – Korčula, Wednesday (B, L)

Today we sail toward Korčula with a swim stop along the way, weather permitting. Lunch is served on board before arriving in Korčula Town, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the Adriatic and traditionally considered the birthplace of Marco Polo.

Enjoy a guided walking tour through its narrow, cobbled streets before spending the evening at leisure. Overnight in Korčula.

Day 6 Korčula – Mljet National Park – Slano (Oyster Tasting), Thursday (B, L, T, CD)

This morning we sail south to Mljet, a tranquil island known for its lush national park. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the saltwater lakes or explore the park independently by renting bicycles, kayaks, or scooters.

After lunch on board, we continue to Slano on the mainland, the gateway to the Pelješac Peninsula. From here, visit the village of Ston, famed for its medieval walls and exceptional oysters. Enjoy an oyster tasting in a nearby village before returning for the Captain’s Dinner on board. Overnight in Slano.

Day 7 Slano – Dubrovnik, Friday (B, L)

We depart early toward the Elaphiti Islands, with a swim stop in one of their secluded bays. We then continue to Dubrovnik, cruising alongside the impressive Old City Walls before docking.

Join a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, including Stradun, the Franciscan Monastery and its historic pharmacy, and several of the city’s most important landmarks. Afterwards, enjoy free time to walk the city walls, visit the Rector’s Palace or Cathedral, take the cable car to Mount Srđ, or explore Lokrum Island. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Day 8 Dubrovnik Departure, Saturday (B)

After breakfast, disembark by 09:00. You will be transferred to Dubrovnik Airport for your onward journey.

B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner, WR – Welcome Reception, CD – Captain’s Dinner, T – Tasting