Exclusive Wine & Gastro Luxury Croatia Cruise from Šibenik
Trip Length
7 Nights
Tour Type
Cruise
Price: 2695 USD
Overview
We invite you to join us on a Wine & Gastro Cruise along the stunning Dalmatian coastline and its islands aboard the luxurious one of our gorgeous deluxe superior balcony ships. Ancient history and stunning scenery, with wineries and gastronomic delights on this beautiful sea voyage, all freshly crafted for the 2024 season.
Begin your journey in Šibenik — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover the best flavors and wines that the south of Croatia has to offer. This 8-day cruise will take you to the magical vineyards and renowned wineries, as well as to home-hosted meals with locals and their home-grown and locally sourced, delicious food! You’ll be visiting three local wineries and a wine museum where you’ll taste the most exquisite vintages of the Croatian south.
This voyage takes you to four different UNESCO sights in Croatia — Discover the ancient history of Dubrovnik, traverse the Starigrad Plain, and enjoy a landscape practically intact from when the first Ionian settlers set foot on it. Experience Trogir, showcasing urban continuity from ancient times.
The scenic vistas as you traverse these Adriatic marvels are further complemented by the safe and serving hands of the ship’s crew, and wonderful stories and lectures provided by our Program Manager.
Allow us to whisk you away to enchanting destinations steeped in history, where every day promises new adventures and gastronomic delights.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Excursions:
- Visits to 4 UNESCO sites
- 4 unique winery visits with tastings
- Guided sightseeing in Šibenik, Trogir, Hvar, Korčula, Pelješac, and Dubrovnik
- Private Classical concert in Dubrovnik
- Exclusive Home-Hosted Dinner, with local families (3-4 houses) and unlimited wine
- Trogir Market visit with tastings
General:
- Daily Program Manager Lectures to enhance destinations and cultural connections
- Daytime sailings for maximum scenery enjoyment
- Free time in each destination to explore on your own
- Shared airport/hotel transfers on arrival and departure days only
- Fully equipped, air-conditioned cabins (Safe deposit box, hair dryer, LCD TV, storage space, and closet)
- Daily cabin upkeep and towel change
- Midweek fresh bed linen
- Vanity set – body lotion, shampoo, hair lotion, shower cap etc…
- Beach towels
- Free wireless internet access (Wi-Fi)
- Lounging sundeck with deck-beds
- Use of hot tub
- Rear access platform for easy access to/from the sea
- Porterage
Meals/Drinks:
- 17 Meals Included: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 7 dinners
- Olive oil tasting onboard
- Captain’s dinner with aperitif with live music
- Welcome cocktail
- Tea, coffee for breakfast and after lunch
- Unlimited water in complimentary bottle
- Daily fresh fruit and snacks
Not included:
- International airfare
- Additional drinks not mentioned here
- Port taxes/fees: please see your individual quote
- Gratuities for crew and Cruise Manager–recommended amount $175 per person *for the week*
Dates & Pricing
Per Person Based on Double Occupancy, Lower Deck Cabin
| Date | From |
|---|---|
| MAY 2nd, 2026 | 2695 USD |
Itinerary
Welcome aboard your Wine & Gastro Cruise! Check in begins at 2:00 PM, when you’ll be greeted with a delicious welcome snack and refreshing drink as you settle into your cabin and meet the crew.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour of Šibenik, one of Croatia’s oldest coastal cities and home to the stunning UNESCO-listed St. James Cathedral. Stroll through its stone alleyways, learn about its layered history, and take in the city’s vibrant coastal charm.
Return to the ship in the early evening and join your fellow travelers for a welcome briefing, followed by a chef-prepared dinner onboard at 7:00 PM. It’s the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with your shipmates and begin your week of culinary discovery along the Adriatic.
Allow the gentle waves of the Adriatic to serenade you as you toast the beginning of an extraordinary adventure.
Walking tour of Šibenik
Welcome dinner with drink included
Overnight in Šibenik
Rise and shine to a splendid breakfast spread aboard and a scenic morning passage to Trogir. While en route, gain insight into the rich tapestry of the country’s past and present — our Program Manager shares a lecture on Croatian History and Life Today.
In Trogir, you’ll go for an engaging sightseeing tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, after which you’ll visit the local market and taste regional specialties and products.
Lunch on your own today, as the afternoon unfolds at your leisure to explore the enchanting streets and restaurants. You can also participate in an Olive Oil Tasting onboard before dinner.
After a wonderful day of flavors and adventure, gather for a delightful dinner on board before you unwind in Trogir’s bars and walks.
Overnight in Trogir.
Lecture: Croatian History and Life Today
Historical Walking Tour of Trogir
Olive Oil tasting onboard
Breakfast, Market Tasting, and Dinner onboard
Enjoy a healthy breakfast and early sail to the paradise island of Hvar, and listen to an enlightening lecture by our Program Manager on the Mediterranean Diet and Local Products.
Arriving at Hvar later this morning, you’ll enjoy a captivating walking tour of Hvar, along with the island tour to the UNESCO-listed Starigrad plain.
The tour finishes in Vrboska, where you’ll visit a local winery for a delightful light Mediterranean lunch and wine-tasting experience. Indulge in the flavors of the region as you savor local delicacies paired with exquisite wines of the island.
Return to Hvar and take a refreshing dip in the azure waters surrounding the ship (if weather allows), visit the UNESCO Lace Museum in Hvar during free time, or climb the Napoleon Fortress.
After dinner onboard, immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Hvar, where every corner exudes its own unique charm.
Overnight in Hvar
Lecture: Mediterranean Diet and Local Products
Lunch & Wine Tasting in a local village winery
Walking tour of Hvar with UNESCO Stari Grad Plain
Breakfast, Dinner onboard
Awaken to the tantalizing aromas of early breakfast onboard as we navigate to Korčula, for a captivating walking tour of Korčula town, delving into its rich history and cultural heritage. Savor the island’s flavors in one of the many local restaurants for lunch on your own.
Our journey continues in the early afternoon, as we depart for Lumbarda — a place prized for its unique sandy terroir. Here, you’ll experience a delightful wine-tasting experience at the local winery.
The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure to explore the town. We recommend visiting the town museum or Marco Polo’s birth house.
This evening, gather for a delectable dinner on board.
Overnight in Korčula
Historical Walking tour of Korčula
Wine tasting with snacks in Lumbarda
Breakfast and Dinner onboard
This morning, indulge in the onboard breakfast and serene beauty of the Adriatic Sea as you sail from Korčula to Trstenik. Our Program Manager will enhance the experience with a lecture on the history of the Dubrovnik Republic.
After an included lunch on board, we arrive at Pelješac, where you’ll enjoy a scenic vineyard wine-tasting at the local winery, famed for being a certified organic wine and olive oil producer. Indulge in delicious food, taste some exquisite wines from the Pelješac peninsula, and get a sense of its unspoiled terroir.
After this wine bonanza, we journey to Ston, famous for its defensive walls that protect the “white gold” – the famous Ston salt. You will then visit a local oyster farm and have a light lunch of fresher than fresh shellfish with homemade bread and wine.
In the evening, a delectable Captain’s dinner awaits you aboard the ship, complete with onboard entertainment.
Overnight in Trstenik
Lecture: History of the Dubrovnik Republic
Lunch & Wine Tasting in local winery
Breakfast and Captain’s Dinner with live music onboard
Begin your day with a delightful breakfast onboard, as you prepare to visit enchanting Dubrovnik, arriving just after lunch.
Depart from Gruž or Pile gates for a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore its iconic sights. After this, you’ll be treated to a Private Classical Music Concert.
The rest of the day is yours to explore the Old Town and have dinner on your own in one of Dubrovnik’s delicious locales.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Private Classical Concert
Historical walking tour of Old Town Dubrovnik
Breakfast and Lunch onboard
Awake to your second day in enchanting Dubrovnik. After breakfast, head to the Old Town for a day of discovery and delight. Walk the walls, take the cable car up to the top of Srd mountain, or take a boat ride to Lokrum island. The day is yours to choose your own adventure. Return to the ship on your own.
In the evening, embark on a journey to the coastal village of Gromača for a home-hosted dinner with a local family. A night to remember — true Croatian hospitality and delicious locally sourced food prepared by the skilled hands of mothers and grandmothers paired with homemade wines, brandies, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Overnight in Dubrovnik.
Breakfast onboard and Home-hosted dinner off the ship
Savor your breakfast on board, relishing the final moments of your unforgettable journey. Our team will assist you with transfers to Dubrovnik Airport, ensuring a seamless transition for your departure back to the USA.
As you bid farewell to the beauty and charm of Croatia, carry with you the cherished memories of your time spent exploring its historic cities, savoring its delectable cuisine, and basking in the warmth of its hospitality.
Breakfast onboard
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