Adriatic Voyage: Croatia, Montenegro & Greece

Arrive in Venice and board your vessel and join your fellow guests for a welcome cocktail reception as you sail away.

Come ashore to visit the vibrant Dalmatian enclave of Split. Originally founded as a Greek colony, split also bears traces of its Roman occupation, most notably, the former palace of Roman emperor Diocletion. After a tour of Split’s old town featuring the remarkably preserved palace ruins, you might also explore Troger, a charming town with a majestic 15th-century castle and rich history. Alternatively, foodies might combine the split excursion with a market visit and tasting of local favorites along the way. Return to the ship for your festive captain’s welcome dinner.

After a relaxing morning at sea, arrive in Dubrovnik, lauded as one of the jewels of the Mediterranean. Its medieval buildings and imposing defensive walls are ranked amongst Europe’s most iconic cities, and Game of Thrones fans will enjoy the added thrill of recognizing the real-life locations of many Kings Landing landmarks.

With so much to see and experience, there are a variety of options for spending your day here. You might begin with a guided walk through the town’s medieval monuments, such as the Domican Monastery and Cathedral, the Sponza Palace, the Rector’s Palace, and Onofriou’s Fountain. Or, you might opt for a full-day excursion, combining Dubrovnik tour with a journey into the countryside complete with a winery visit and lunch at a local farm. Foodies might prefer an exploration of the region’s delicacies, including mussels, oysters and olive oil, on a culinary excursion to the village of Orasac and the city of Stone.

Spend the morning at leisure or tour of the fortified city’s impressive architecture. Return to the ship for lunch as you sail towards Kotor. The afternoon is spent enjoying lectures and the ship’s amenities.

Cruise to Kotor, a historic port secluded on the picturesque Dalmatian Bay. Flanked by fjords and mountainous ridges, Kotor enjoys a rich medieval Maritime and trade legacy survived by its remarkably preserved houses, palaces and churches.

You might explore historic Roman buildings and a local cathedral dating to 1166. Additionally, you might opt for a boat excursion to the Baroque jewel of Perast, a speedboat tour of Kotor Bay and the sapphire-like blue cave, or a tour of Our Lady of the Rocks church, home to artworks by local master Tripo Kokolja, including Death of the Virgin.

Even among the beautiful scenic Greek isles, Corfu stands out for its lush greenery, as well as its charming, winding streets and whitewashed houses. Had ashore to explore prominent sites, such as the Esplanade, the Town Hall, and Church of Saint Spyridon.

Another option might be to visit the Achilleion Palace, the former residence of Empress Sissi, wife of Kaiser Wilhelm II, followed by a short walking tour of the town. Culinary excursions might include a winery visit or samplings of delicacies at various shops and restaurants in town. Alternatively, active guests might choose an off-road mountain biking venture to a secluded village, complete with a stop in a local tower.

Like Corfu, Cephalonia is an island known for its green landscapes, scenic mountains, and crystalline blue waters. Today, you might visit the monastery of St. Gerasimos and see the two-room cave where the medieval monk lived. Then continue on to tour the picturesque villages of Sami and Assos, or to explore an underground lake at Melissani.

Alternatively, active adventures might set out on a sea kayak excursion along the rugged coastline, perhaps stopping for a swim at Emplisi Beach or embarking on a hike across the island, taking in a local village along the way.

Set in the arms of the Corinthian golf, Itea lies surrounded by all olive groves and scenic mountains of Giona and Parnassus. It’s also the gateway to mystical Delphi, revered by the ancient Greeks as the center of the world.

You might choose to explore Delphi’s temple of Apollo and Treasury of Athens. Or, take a scenic drive to the monastery of Ossios Loukas, past the scenic Valley of Delphi and on to the historic boatbuilding enclave of Glaxidi. Alternatively, you may opt to learn about Itea’s ancient beekeeping heritage at a local apiary.

Back aboard your luxury vessel, transit the Corinth Canal, a narrow waterway that has joined the Ionian and Aegean Seas for over a century. Tonight, gather for a farewell gala dinner and cocktails under the stars.

Bid farewell to your expedition team and crew as you disembark in Athens this morning. Continue on your post tour extension to Thessaloniki or transfer to the airport for your return flight home.