EXOTIC GULET CRUISE – 8-DAY ISLAND HOP – May 28th – June 4th ON & OFFSHORE! Includes Yoga! (but not essential).
Explore the exotic turquoise coast on this 8-day luxury Croatia Gulet cruise and adventure through the Dalmatian islands! Discover hidden beaches, secret coves and charming coastal villages — in style aboard a luxury 8-cabin wooden motor/sailer, equipped with paddle boards, mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine and sumptuous island-grown wines.
NOT YOUR TYPICAL TOURISTIC CRUISE
This will not be your typical touristic cruise. Our local guide has designed an insider’s itinerary that brings us into remote and exquisite natural landscapes, tastings on organic farms and family vineyards, hiking and mountain-biking through historic sites and charming coastal villages, and of course, swimming in the crystal blue coves and beaches.
As a private charter, we are free to change course and be spontaneous, and whether you come solo, as a couple or with friends, you will have plenty of time to explore on your own or in a group of friends.
There will be 2 paddle boards for us.
FLOW OF A DAY
MORNINGS arise with the Adriatic sun and an optional yoga practice on the spacious and shaded yoga deck. Imagine downward-dog gazing into the azure blue of the Adriatic sea! After a morning swim, we will lounge, breakfast and prepare to set sail or motor (1-3 hours) to our next destination!
AFTERNOONS offer a host of activities — swimming, hiking, snorkeling, exploring the natural beauty or charming seaside villages — or relax on deck with a book. Each day we will be at new island with time to explore. We have three organized outings: an organic farm tour and lunch on the island of Korcula, a hike through the spectacular lakes in Mljet National Park, and a special sunset vineyard tour and dinner on the island of Vis. Some lunches will be on-board, others on your own in a seaside village.
EVENINGS are pure magic as we close our day enjoying a sunset on the boat or in a quiet cove on shore. Wine and dine under the stars — onboard or in a local island restaurant. All cuisine is locally sourced and prepared with traditional recipes of grilled fish, seafood, and fresh vegetables. Enjoy evenings either on the boat or exploring the nightlife in island villages. Rock gently to sleep in your cabin or on deck, directly under the stars!
OUR BOAT
Our Exotic Croatia Cruise is aboard a luxurious 102-foot wooden gullet — one of the traditional sailing vessels on the Adriatic coast! Our captain takes great pride and pleasure hosting guests aboard his custom-built boat, constructed in the traditional Croatian style, and the ability to sail or motor, according to the weather and our daily route. The boat is fully staffed with daily house-keeping, chef, bartender and guide. There are 8 air-conditioned and en-suite cabins with either twin or queen beds, a bar, an indoor and outdoor dining room, and a spacious 1,722 sq. feet upper deck with an optional shade screen, perfect for lounging and practicing yoga. Our captain knows the area intimately and this makes the voyage not only comfortable but also highly secure and relaxing
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Included in the Coatia Cruise:
7-nights aboard luxurious and spacious 8-cabin wooden sailing/motor gulet
En-suite rooms with twin or double beds, AC, daily maid service
Delicious and healthy Mediterranian cuisine prepared by a wonderful chef
Most Mornings yoga/meditation on-board our boat for those that are interested
Local host and guide to share stories and information about the region
A sunset vineyard tour and dinner at a select island family vineyard
Paddle boards available on board
Intermitant Wifi on board (however we encourage you to drop out of civilization and into nature!)
NOT INCLUDED
Airfare to Split, Croatia
Travel to and from Split Port
Some meals (lunch or dinner will either be board (included) or on own visiting towns).
BOOK NOW
May 28th – June 4th, 2016
$ 2895 per person sharing. On-board meals & drinks included
If you have questions about travel or the package please contact Cathy at cathydaley@aol.com or 941-302-1004
We look forward to having you join the group!
Because this is a private charter, the itinerary could be changed in the light of circumstances.
Each day may begin with optional yoga / meditation. After breakfast, a swim or paddle-board, our captain will sail or motor 1–3 hours to our next destination. Our chef will either prepare delicious lunches or dinners on-board, and you will dine on an island for your other meal. Each evening our our captain will anchor in a quiet bay to give us a dreamy night’s sleep under the stars!
Day of arrival ~ Meet at the port of Split at 4:00 pm to embark on our Exotic Croatia Yoga Cruise! Set sail to a secluded bay on the isle of Solta, where we will have a welcome libations and delicious dinner on board our boat!
Day 2 ~ Salute the sun and meditate on the sea, followed by breakfast and our first jump into the turquoise waters of the Adriatic, with a few hours to play and paddle board in a lovely bay. Lunch is on board while we sail (2 hrs) to arrive in Bol, on the island of Brac. A charming little village, Bol offers a variety of local restaurants for you to dine, and a fabulous winery offering evening wine tasting!
Day 3 ~ After morning yoga (for those interested), breakfast, and a swim in the sea, we sail (1.5 hrs) to Stari Grad, the oldest town in Croatia, located on the island of Hvar. Enjoy lunch on your own in Stari Grad, an afternoon of exploration, and a lovely dinner together on-board.
Day 4 ~ A very special day – visiting the famous town of Hvar! After yoga and breakfast we sail to the other side of the island to arrive at Hvar town. Lunch on-board, with the afternoon free to wander and sight-see. Dinner on your own in one of Havar’s beautiful restaurants.
Day 5 ~ We sail (2.5) hours from Hvar to Komiza, a secluded bay on the island of Vis. En route we will visit the famous Green Cave. A light lunch is offered on-board and a special peasant dinner and wine tasting at a local vineyard.
Day 6 ~ Salute the sun, jump in the sea and then set sail (1.5 hrs) to the other side of Vis island where there is a fun little cove and sandy beach to for the morning play. Lunch is offered on board. The evening is free to enjoy on your own—Vis is highly renowned for it’s seafood restaurants and charming atmosphere!
Day 7 ~ Sipan
Sometimes called the Golden Island, Sipan is the largest and most populated of the Elaphite (Elafit) Islands. The mild winter climate prevails in this little space with of an improbably great cultural tradition, there are an enormous number of monuments, over thirty churches, several monasteries, and over sixty Gothic and Renaissance summer residences of the well-to-do. On Sipan, quite unlike anywhere else, you can wander for hours along the beaten paths, but you can also find one for yourself alone, used just by the occasional wild creature, perhaps. There are few such untouched places left in the world today.
Here we will enjoy our last dinner onboard our boat, and one last night sharing the starry skies of Dalmatia together!
Day 8 ~ Early morning sail to Dubrovnik and farewell to our captain, staff, guides and friends. Bon voyage!
Travel Routes and Tips
How Will You Get There?
For all international flights. . . we strongly encourage you to arrive a day early to explore the stunning city of Split, and to assure that travel delays do not cause disruption to your cruise.
FLIGHTS TO CROATIA:
Our voyage begins in Split, however you may fly into any one of the three airports listed below and take a bus to Split. Split airport is of course the closest, however if you have time to see Dubrovnik, it is a city not to miss! You can take a bus from Dubrovnik directly to the Port of Split – a stunning 5-hour bus ride along the coast!
THE THREE AIRPORTS YOU CAN FLY TO:
– Split Airport (SPU), also referred to as Resnik Airport
– Zagreb International Airport (ZAG) also referred to as Pleso Airport
– Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) also referred to as Čilipi Airport
If you will be flying from a European city to Croatia, there are inexpensive flights from London, Amsterdam and Rome on the following low cost airlines (be aware of luggage limits):
http://www.easyjet.com
http://www.norwegian.com
http://www.vueling.com/en
http://www.thomascookairlines.com/Search.aspx
ARRIVING TO THE PORT IN SPLIT
The Split Airport is 45 minutes from the city and Port of Split.
The port is in the center of town so if you are already in Split, you may walk to the port or take a taxi.
If arriving directly from the airport, you may take a shuttle into the center of Split which leaves every half hour after flight arrivals. It takes about 45-60 minutes and the cost for the shuttle is about $6 USD.
You may also take a taxi directly to the Port from the airport. It takes about 30-45 minutes and costs around €36 EURO for up to 3 people. You may check prices at croatiatransfers link here.
DEPARTING SPLIT
9:00 am we disembark the boat,. We do not provide transportation from the Port of Split to your next destination, however there are regular buses to the Split airport, Dubrovnik and Zagreb. Or taxi.
Costs
Included Is:
7-nights aboard luxurious and spacious 8-cabin wooden sailing/motor gulet
En-suite rooms with twin or double beds, AC, daily maid service
Delicious and healthy Mediterranian cuisine prepared by a wonderful chef
Most Mornings and sunset yoga/meditation on-board our boat for those that are interested
Local host and guide to share stories and information about the region
A sunset vineyard tour and dinner at a select island family vineyard
Paddle boards available on board
Wifi on board (however we encourage you to drop out of civilization and into nature!)
Not Included Is:
Airfare to Split, Croatia
Travel to and from Split Port
Some meals (some lunch or dinner on own visiting towns).
Payments Shedule:
DEPOSIT | PAYMENT | CANCELLATION POLICY
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DEPOSIT (50%) PER PERSON
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays or illness. If you cancel your participation in a retreat for any reason, the cancellation policy below will apply, with no exceptions. I wish we could compensate people for unforseen circumstances (injury, family emergency, etc), but I have costs already incurred when reserving the boat. Ihave designed the cancellation policy to be as compassionate as possible in the case that your plans change. But to protect yourself further, we strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
The best way to protect yourself from any unforeseen circumstance is to purchase trip insurance. Travel Insurance can protect you in case:
• you cancel your participation in the cruise
• retreat is cancelled due to weather, natural disaster
• lost baggage
• medical expenses and the cost of repatriation should you become ill or injured
We recommend TRAVELGUARD, which offers a variety of travel insurances, including the option for a comprehensive “cancel for any reason” policy. If you cancel your cruise – for any reason – your airfare, hotel, retreat costs, etc. up until 48 hours prior to travel, will be covered. This comprehensive package is called the ” Gold Package Cancel for Any Reason” Policy”. You must contact Travelguard and purchase the policy within 15 days of buying your airline tickets or incurring any costs for any part of your travel. You can also just insure your air tickets. Travelguard can give you quotes for each scenario.
I encourage you to purchase a commercial travel insurance policy
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