8 Day Dalmatian Islands Cruise 2018 , from Dubrovnik

MS Agape Rose has been commissioned in 2017, luxury class. The boat is 48,5 m (155 ft) long, 8.5 m (28 ft) wide with a cruising speed of 9 knots. Her capacity is 38 persons. She has 19 ensuite cabins on the main and lower deck, and all are fully air-conditioned

Embark the M/S Agape Rose any time after 14:00. Over a welcome drink and a snack, Meet your Cruise Director and the crew and get acquainted with the rules and safety measures. Your journey begins with a dinner onboard and overnight in Dubrovnik.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before joining in an optional guided tour* of Dubrovnik Old Town. Surrounded in immense city walls, as if in a universe of its own, the world-famous Gothic and baroque facades line up as you walk the same streets like the cast and crews of the Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Robin Hood. The merchant power equal to the one of Venetian Republic, Dubrovnik was a large seafaring force. Dubrovnik nobility and captains fancied the small town of Slano for their summer estates and you will understand why as soon as you arrive in the afternoon. Explore this quaint seaside settlement on your own or join our optional tour** to the town of Ston, known for many things gourmand: potent wines, ancient salt production and succulent oysters and mussels.
*Dubrovnik old town with a coach transfer from Dubrovnik port of Gruz to the Old town – optional walking tour package
**Optional excursion: Taste of Dalmatia

Breakfasts on Agape Rose are always served with a view. Enjoy the start of your day before arriving to the green island of Mljet. The national park on the island is the home of two salty lakes connected to the sea via a narrow canal. Nature lovers will get a thrill from hiking or cycling here, possibly even kayaking to the small inlet in the center of the lake, charming with its 12th-century Monastery of St. Mary. Alternatively, join our optional excursion – but whatever you do, do not pass on setting foot on Mljet! After a refreshing dip along the way, visit Korčula. You’ll know Korčula was a Venetian stronghold as soon as you lay your eyes on the many lion statues which lurk at you from the town’s facades and gates, intertwined with some of the most outstanding stonework you will get see anywhere on the Adriatic coast. The alleged home of the world renowned traveler Marco Polo is bound to charm you whether you explore it on your own or in an optional walking tour*. Overnight in Korčula.
*Optional excursion: Mljet National Park
*Korčula walking tour – optional walking tour package

Korčula is a historic fortified town on the protected east coast of the island of Korčula

The old city is surrounded by walls, and the streets are arranged in a herringbone pattern allowing free circulation of air but protecting against strong winds. The town's historic sites include the central Gothic and Renaissance Cathedral of St Mark, the Town Hall and the massive city fortifications. The 15th-century Franciscan monastery with a beautiful cloister is situated on the islet of Badija, near Korčula Town.

Enjoy a breakfast with a view and a morning sail to Hvar, officially the sunniest of 1200 Croatian islands. This jet-set fave is also the island with the most UNESCO-listed heritage in the entire world, so consider joining our optional guided tour*. In the afternoon, hop over to the island of Vis, the most distant from the coast of all inhabited islands in Croatia. Closed off to the public for the larger part of the 20th century for its role as an important Yugoslav military base, Vis and its nature remain incredibly preserved even today. Dinner onboard and overnight in Vis.
*Hvar walking tour – optional walking tour package

what makes Hvar one of the most desirable vacation destinations and undoubtedly one of the ten most beautiful islands in the world is its untouched nature, a clear blue sky, crystal clear sea, lovely coves and beaches, scents and nuances of the picturesque lavender fields, vineyards, olive groves, as well as numerous historical and cultural sights and hospitable locals. Exuberant and riotous in the summer, sunny and quiet in the winter, Hvar is an attractive destination throughout the year. Mild temperatures even during the winter months have made Hvar a synonym for a warm and pleasant spring amidst winter. Visitors who have once felt its beauty exposed to the sun come back every year with equal delight. Discover Hvar and become a part of a romantic story of the sunniest island in the Adriatic...

You will wake up to views of Vis town waterfront, comprised of the newer, 19th-century harbor area, and the historic, medieval corner. Spanning over two millennia, the array of heritage in this small settlement might not surprise, ranging from a Greek cemetery and Roman baths to an English fort and Yugoslav militia tributes. Join an optional guided tour* to get insight into the tumultuous history of Vis before setting sail towards the mainland. Arriving to Šibenik, snatch a spot on the deck, as its stone waterfront, nestled beneath the impressive St. Michael fort, remains a sight to behold. An optional walking tour* will introduce you to Šibenik’s great claim to Renaissance – both the one centuries ago, when the town’s Cathedral of St. James was constructed, and the present day, with the town known as one of Croatia’s upcoming gems. Experience its stone alleys and great cuisine in an evening on your own. Overnight in Šibenik.
*Walking tour of Šibenik – optional walking tour package
**Optional excursion: Vis

ŠIBENIK – THE OLDEST ORIGINALLY CROATIAN TOWN ON THE CROATIAN COAST

The fortified town of Šibenik was founded by Croats around the 9th century. Due to the development of the medieval Croatian state the town Šibenik made a progress and it was mentioned for the first time in the 11th century in a document written by the king Petar Krešimir IV. Shortly afterwards there were many different nations fighting for this town – from the Austrian-Hungarian monarchy over Byzantium to Venice, but the town was still making progress, spreading and developing its culture, art, navigation, trade and economy in general. Šibenik was under the Venetian rule for long 400 years, but from that period we have the most significant historical and cultural sites of Šibenik today. Among them is also the main symbol of the Town today – the Cathedral of St. Jacob.

When sailing along the Croatian coast, surpassing the beauty around you may seem like an impossible task. Perhaps so, but there are sites on the Croatian mainland which surely parallel it, such as the Krka River and its stunning estuary. A coach trip brings you to the small town of Skradin, the guardian of the mouth of River Krka, and the gateway to its National park. The place where wild waterfalls inspire serene lakes, the park is definitely worth a visit before heading back to the seaside to visit the gem of Trogir, a petite island bridged to the mainland. A showcase of stunning architecture founded upon Greek and Roman heritage, Trogir has been protected by UNESCO, just like its big neighbor and your next stop, the town of Split. Explore on your own or join our optional walking tour to learn about the Diocletian’s Palace, once the Roman Emperor’s retirement estate and today a lively city center. Whatever you do, make sure to take it easy in Split, as after all, that is the true highlight of local living here. Dinner on board and overnight in Split.
*Split Walking Tour – optional walking tour package.

Split, Croatia lies in a beautiful coastal position on the Adriatic Sea. Like all travel destinations, it holds a range of places to go and things to see. Each tourist site reveals an original thing – a story. The history of Split is vast and rich. The best way to learn is to the follow the stories scattered about the town. Read ahead for our favorite stories of Split – the best and most popular.

Enjoy one last sea view breakfast before disembarking the ship by noon.

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Enjoy one last sea view breakfast before disembarking the ship by noon.

WE FROM ABOVE-5.COM HOPE YOU HAVE ENJOYED YOUR HOLIDAY AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOME AND TO SERVE YOU AGAIN IN THE NEAR FUTURE.

For more information please contact our concierge@above-5.com or concierge@above5stars.com or chat with us via our website chat !!!

For more information please contact our concierge@above-5.com or concierge@above5stars.com or chat with us via our website chat !!!

*Optional Walking tour package  
Walking tour of Šibenik – including: guide
Walking tour of Dubrovnik – including: guide, transfer
Walking tour of Korčula – including: guide
Walking tour of Split – including: guide
Walking tour of Hvar – including: guide
Pucisca Stonemasonry School – including: guide, entrance fee

**Optional excursions (available only on spot)
Cetina river – including: guide, small boat transfer, snack
Mljet Island National Park – including: guide, entrance fee
Taste of Dalmatia – including: guide, transfer, wine tasting
Island of Vis – including: guide, transfer, tasting

BOAT SPECIFICATION

MS AGAPE ROSE has been commissioned in 2017, luxury class. The boat is 48,5 m (155 ft) long, 8.5 m (28 ft) wide with a cruising speed of 9 knots. Her capacity is 38 persons. She has 18 ensuite cabins on the main and lower deck, and all are fully air-conditioned.
CABIN TYPES
Double-queen-size bed (165 x 200 cm / 65 x 79 in)
Twin-two single beds (90 x 200 cm / 35 x 79 in each)
Triple-queen-size bed with an additional single bed.
CABIN SPECIFICATION
Lower deck: 8 cabins
4 twin cabins
2 double cabins–queen size bed
1 triple cabin queen size bed + additional single bed
1 triple cabin; 3 single beds
Main deck: 8 cabins
5 twin cabins
2 double
1 triple cabins–queen size bed + additional single bed
Upper deck: 2 cabins
3 double cabins–queen size bed
Cabin furnishings include a cupboard, a cabinet and a window or a porthole. All cabins are equipped with power plugs and LCD TVs. Bathrooms are fully equipped with a shower, toilette, hairdryer and a vanity with a sink.
CABIN SIZES
Lower deck cabins: 15 -19 m2 (49-62 sq ft) with bathroom
Main deck cabins: 14 -18 m2 (45-59 sq ft) with bathroom
OTHER PARTS OF BOAT
On the main deck and the upper deck there is one bathroom with showers. Upper deck houses a fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant that sits all guests at the same time with a fully equipped bar and LCD TV. At the rear of the boat you can find a shaded lounge area with club tables and comfortable sofas. Top deck, also called the „sun deck“ offers 155 m2 (500 sq ft) of space and is equipped with sun tanning chairs and jacuzzi, also WIFI is available free of charge in the salon and in the rear part of the boat.
GENERAL NOTES FOR CRUISES
Cruising route is subject to change depending upon weather conditions
Departures are guaranteed. Elite Travel reserves the right to change the vessel provider in case the contracted services are not supplied according to the previously agreed standards.
Guests are obliged to follow ship rules (found in written form on the ship) especially with regards to bringing drinks on board.
In case of bad behavior Elite Travel/captain reserves the right to ask the clients to disembark

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