K220DV CRUISE/TOUR COMBO K205DZ ADRIATIC CRUISE WITH ZADAR TO VENICE TOUR ON THE MS PRINCESS ALOHA OR VITA (DELUXE SHIP)

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1 K220DV CRUISE/TOUR COMBO K205DZ ADRIATIC CRUISE WITH ZADAR TO VENICE TOUR ON THE MS PRINCESS ALOHA OR VITA (DELUXE SHIP) Cruise Images Cruise Route: DEPARTURE CITY: ARRIVAL CITY: NUM. OF NIGHTS: Dubrovnik Venice 12/11 (Sat-Wed) Short Itinerary Dubrovnik - Mljet - Korcula - Hvar - Split - Trogir - Zadar - Plitvice Lakes - Opatija - Postojna - Venice 2015: Only 7 departures of the K220 all season 16/5, 13/6, 11/7, 8/8, 5/9, 3/10, 17/10, so get in quick to secure your place on this fabulous combination Island Cruise+Tour. (K205DZ Cruise also available separately with fortnightly departures). The Adriatic Cruise on the Princess Aloha or Vita is a wonderful opportunity to discover the best of the Croatia s Dalmatian coast on a one way small ship cruise from Dubrovnik to Zadar. Princess Aloha and Vita are brand new ships rated as five-star in the category of authentic small ship cruises on the Adriatic coast. This one way itinerary starting in Dubrovnik and ending in Zadar offers a great chance for pre and post cruise extensions for all of you who would like to further explore the beauty of Croatia and its neighbouring countries. Besides visiting the historical and cultural sites in Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar and Šibenik you will also explore the islands of Mljet, Korcula, Hvar and Brac as well as three gorgeous national parks; Mljet, Krka and Kornati. There will be time for swimming, relaxing, enjoying the fine Dalmatian food and wine and company of friendly Croatians. Post cruise tour from Zadar to Venice, a five day escorted tour is a perfect choice for a post extension tour to the small ship cruise on Princess Aloha. This is a great way to explore the rest of beautiful Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. Start your tour in Zadar and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy hiking around these amazing lakes, and continue to Opatija on the northern part of the Adriatic coast. Explore Pula, Porec and charming seaside town Rovinj known for its many beautiful art galleries. Then arrive to Postojna Caves. Take a train ride and explore the wanders of this underground wonder. End your trip in Venice, Italy with a walking tour of St. Mark s Square, visit St. Mark s Basilica and the Doge s Palace; view the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. Continue exploring Venice on your own or take an optional gondola ride. Download the printer friendly itinerary here Download the ship description here Closed departures:

2 Inclusions & Information INCLUSIONS: Arrival and departure airport transfers Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 4 dinners, during the cruise wine, beer & soft drinks are included with meals Professional Cruise Manager 7 nights cruise from Dubrovnik to Zadar on board M/S Princess Aloha or "Vita" in cabin with private shower/toilet First class hotels, rooms with private facilities Service charges and hotel taxes Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach as per itinerary Professional Tour Director Headsets will be provided for included sightseeing tours, so you can easily hear your guide s commentary Luggage handling Service charges and taxes SIGHTSEEING TOURS INCLUDED: Dubrovnik National Park Mljet Korcula Hvar Split National Park Krka National Park Kornati Zadar National park Plitvice Opatija Postojna Venice Hotels: Opatija: Hotel Bristol or Adriatic 4* Venice: Hotel Carlton 4* Ship description MS PRINCESS ALOHA and MS VITA: The boat is classified as 5*Star, it is 38m long, 8m wide, with cruising speed of 9NM. Boat is brand new and made by 2012 standards. Capacity: 38 persons. It has 18 cabins with twin or double beds and some of them with possibility for an additional bed. The images were provided by our suppliers for indicative purposes only. Cabins are made under new standards, each cabin has air-conditioning, LCD TV, mini-bar, safe deposit box, fire alarm, internal communication system between room and bar (also for announcements from captain or tour leader), lifejackets, cupboard, cabinet, small table with chair and porthole window. Luggage space is under the bed. Bathrooms are equipped with toilette, shower, wash basin, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, and cosmetic package. Cabins are sound-proof and each cabin has fire-proof door. Most of the cabins have dry communication with bar and restaurant. Fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant is on the upper deck where guests can have their privacy, large enough for all

3 passengers, equipped with bar and LCD TV, each table has easy-access chairs. There is a corner table for buffet breakfast, armchair and small coffee table in the bar, free wireless internet (Wi-Fi), loud-speakers, audio-system, direct telephone communication cabin-bar, big windows. Kitchen is made in accordance with the newest HACAP standards. Additional part of the restaurant is outside, on the upper deck that is fully covered, large enough for all passengers with tables, chairs and one public toilet. This part can be closed with removable plastic windows (in case of unfavourable weather). Since the restaurant is on the upper deck, passengers will not be bothered by other passengers crossing over to other boats. Sun deck covers 220 m2, one part is covered with sun-screen and it has sun-beds for all passengers. The fence is 105 cm high, for the safety of passengers. This is the best part of the boat for those who enjoy the sun. Boat has platform for swimming, 2 ladders for easy access to the water and two outside showers, four deck toilets. CABIN SPECIFICATION (12-15 sqm) - Please note there is only one queen bed cabin available on Main Deck, all other Main Deck cabins are twin beds. Main deck 9 twin cabins (two single beds) 1 double cabin (queen size bed) (1 single cabin for tour escort) Lower deck 2 twin cabins (two single beds) 4 double cabins (queen size bed) 2 triple cabins (queen size bed + additional bed) OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION FOR OUR PASSENGERS: Boat is equipped with: - Complete navigation equipment (navigation radar, plotter, GPS, radio, etc.) - Fire alarm - Emergency lights - Video surveillance - Life boat for 50 pax - Tender boat for 12 passengers - Electricity on board: 220 V - 2 engines (400 HP each) + 2 generators for A/C and lights Itinerary K220 Adriatic Cruise One-Way Dubrovnik-Zadar on the MS Princess Aloha combined with a tour of Northern Croatia, then to Italy - 12 days / 11 nights (Sat-Wed)

4 Dubrovnik - Mljet - Korcula - Hvar - Split - Trogir - Zadar - Plitvice Lakes - Opatija - Postojna - Venice Download the printer friendly itinerary here Download the ship description here Book now for 2015! ITINERARY: Day 1, arrive Dubrovnik, Saturday Arrive at Dubrovnik Gruz Harbour pier for embarkation. Meet your fellow travelers and your cruise manager at onboard welcome reception. Evening time to relax and take a walk through Dubrovnik small and vibrant streets. Overnight on board. (WR) Day 2, Dubrovnik Mljet Korcula, Sunday Morning walking tour of Dubrovnik, the pearl of Adriatic, famous city enlisted as UNESCO s World Heritage. Inside visit to Rector s Palace and Franciscan Monastery s Pharmacy. Lunch onboard. Then sail to National Park on Island Mljet. Arrival to the heart of Mljet National Park, where you cold enjoy a beautiful walk around the Great and the Small Lake. Late afternoon we will continue to Korcula, the acclaimed birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Enjoy dinner on board. (B,L,D) Day 3, Korcula Hvar, Monday Morning walking tour of Korcula old town. It will take you through narrow, cobbled streets and will include visit to the majestic Gothic-Baroque Cathedral of St. Mark. Followed by departure to Hvar island. En route lunch and stop for swimming. Late afternoon arrival to Hvar. Enjoy sightseeing tour of Hvar, town with the first public theatre in Europe (older than Shakespeare Theatre in the UK), Franciscan Monastery and many more. Evening at leisure in Hvar, dine at one of the many local family owned restaurants. (B,L) Day 4, Hvar Bol Split, Tuesday After breakfast sail to Bol that has the best beach in Croatia- Golden Horn (Zlatni Rat), for a swim. Golden Horn is a vast, golden pebble beach some 580 yards long. It is unique also by changing shape and position depending on the winds. Continue sailing to Split, with lunch onboard. Upon arrival afternoon walking tour of the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. (B,L) Day 5, Split Trogir Sibenik, Wednesday In the morning sail to UNESCO City Trogir. Free time in Trogir to explore this unique city. Lunch onboard and we continue to Sibenik with stop on the way for swim. After we arrive in Sibenik, enjoy your walk and dinner at one of many restaurants in Sibenik. (B,L) Day 6, Sibenik Sali, Thursday Morning departure to National Park Krka with great waterfalls followed by a sail to Kornati that have more than 140 islands. Lunch onboard. Afternoon next destination is National Park Kornati. Arrive in Sali. (B,L) Day 7, Sali Zadar, Friday Morning departure to Zadar, middle Dalmatia region. Stop for swimming and en route lunch onboard. Late afternoon arrival in Zadar followed by a city tour. Zadar s historical center is a compact pedestrian zone, perfect to explore on foot and admire defensive walls built in 16th century by Venetians as a defense from Turks. You will see 16th century Port Gate where Venetian lion (symbol of Venice) still guards the entrance, Square of the 5 Wells, Church of St. Donat, Roman Forum (1st century BC) and the biggest Cathedral in Dalmatia - St. Anastasia Cathedral. (B,L) Day 8, Zadar/Plitvice/Opatija, Saturday Disembarkation after breakfast. Journey north from Zadar, and visit Plitvice Lakes

5 National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have your camera ready and take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Continue to Opatija. Enjoy a walk along the Lungo Mare (Seaside Promenade), the city s famous villas and other major tourist sights Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Opatija. (B, D) Day 9: Opatija/Pula/Porec/Rovinj/Opatija, Sunday After breakfast enjoy orientation tour of Pula, a strategic port since the times of the ancient Romans with entrances to Amphitheater, the sixth largest of its kind to be preserved in the world today. Proceed to Porec where you will see the Basilica of Euphrasius, an UNESCO Heritage site. Continue to the beautiful resort of Rovinj. Enjoy free time exploring the old town and its narrow lanes before returning to Opatija.Overnight in Opatija. (B) Day 10: Opatija/Postojna/Venice, Monday After breakfast we travel via Slovenia to Venice. En-route stop and visit to Postojna Caves. With access to over five kilometers of caves, the Postojna Caves constitutes the world s most extensive system open to the public. Take a train ride and explore the wanders of this underground wonder. Continue toward Venice. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.overnight in Venice. (B & D) Day 11: Venice, Tuesday Today, begin with a sightseeing tour of Venice. Start your walking tour on St. Mark s Square, visit St. Mark s Basilica and the Doge s Palace; view the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. Also visit a glass blowing factory where you will see the demonstration of a traditional Venetian glass blowing. Balance of the day is at leisure. Enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop or join an optional gondola ride. Farewell dinner. Overnight in Venice. (B, D) Day 12: Venice,. Say goodbye to your new friends and to Venice. Depart after breakfast, transfer included to the airport or port. (B) Excursion Options Supplements * Additional US$95 Port taxes need to be pre-paid per person. * Solo Supplement: US$2076 Conditions Cancellation policy: All cancellations must be received in writing. All cruises require a minimum non-refundable deposit of $600 per person plus supplier cancellation fees as below: 49+ days prior the cruise = $ days prior to the cruise = 35% of the total cruise rate days prior to the cruise = 50% of the total cruise rate 14-0 days prior to the cruise = 100% of the total cruise rate Cabins * LOWER DECK CABIN (ENSUITE, AIR-CON) * MAIN DECK CABIN (ENSUITE, AIR-CON)