By First Class Small Yacht with Walter Reeves September 20 - October 1, 2018 Join the Georgia Gardener, Walter Reeves, on a 14 day adventure to Croatia. Explore Croatia s capital city of Zabreb, and then fly south to the walled city of Dubrovnik for three days. Then, your journey continues to the sunny Dalmatian islands where you ll cruise from island to island on board the newly launched, first class MV Black Swan. With a capacity of just 38 guests, this is small ship cruising at its best. Open air markets, ancient seaside towns, Roman ruins, Venetian palaces, wine tastings and garden visits await your arrival. Space is limited. Y O U R J O U R N E Y 7 Nights Cruising the Dalmatian Islands on the MV Black Swan 2 Nights Zagreb, pre and post cruise 1 Night and full day exploring Amsterdam (when joining the group flight)
H I G H L I G H T S The UNESCO World Heritage sites of medieval Dubrovnik and the ancient Roman palace of Split Zagreb Botanical Gardens Krka National Waterfall Park Cruising the islands of Croatia on board the newly built, luxurious Black Swan yacht Excursions to wineries and farms Seaside dining Countless opportunities to swim in the Adriatic Aalsmeer Flower Auction in Holland I T S I N C L U D E D With special guest, Walter Reeves, The Georgia Gardener! Guided by an Earthbound Expeditions program director One pre-cruise and one post-cruise night in Zagreb One night at a 4- star hotel in Amsterdam (when on group flight) Seven nights cruising on board MV Black Swan a luxurious 38 passenger yacht to be launched in April 2018 All breakfasts plus eleven additional multi-course traditional meals All shore excursions guided by knowledgeable local guides All gratuities for your Earthbound Expeditions guide Alumni discounts applied towards future adventures T R I P F A C T S 10 Days / 9 Nights (when including group flight option) Pricing: See last page for ship layout and pricing details Optional group flight on Delta departs Atlanta on September 20, 2018 Trip begins in Zagreb on September 21, 2018 Trip ends in Zagreb on September 30, after breakfast SAVE $200 Travel alumni save $100 Pay your final balance by check and save $100
G R O U P F L I G H T $1,499 operated by Delta Airlines Includes all taxes, fees, airport transfers while in Europe, plus one night, 4 star hotel stay and a day of sightseeing in Amsterdam! NOT INCLUDED Group airfare trip insurance port fees gratuities for ship staff and any items or activities not mentioned in your Croatia itinerary YOUR ADVENTURE TO CROATIA BEGINS. DAY 1: Thursday, September 20 Depart the USA for Croatia DAY 2: Friday, September 21 Welcome to Zagreb, Croatia! After arrival you'll have time to freshen up before meeting your host and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Sleep in Zagreb (D) DAY 3: Saturday, September 22 - Board the MV Black Swan in Split Today we transfer from Zagreb to the Split harbor to embark the MV Black Swan. After settling in, we'll have a guided tour of the city. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Split has an abundance of Roman architecture including the magnificent Diocletian palace, once inhabited by the Roman emperor. After the tour of Split, we return to the ship for a welcome cocktail and dinner. Overnight in Split (B, D)
DAY 4: Sunday, September 23 - Split to Korcula This morning we depart Split and continue our cruise towards the Island of Korcula, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. We'll stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route to Korcula. Upon arrival we'll have a guided walking tour of this enchanting town with fortified walls and unique herringbone patterned streets. Korcula also has an abundance of restaurants where you can opt for a gourmet or casual dinner experience and there are many bars and clubs for those looking for evening entertainment. Overnight in Korcula (B, L) DAY 5: Monday, September 24 - Korcula to Mljet to Dubrovnik Today we cruise farther south to the Island of Mljet. We'll visit the salt lakes in Mljet National Park and enjoy a boat ride to St Mary Isle, to visit an ancient Benedictine monastery, an old abbey and a church dating from the 12th century. Here you can also rent kayaks, bicycles, scooters or convertible cars to roam around the national park on your own. Following lunch aboard, we'll depart for Dubrovnik. A buffet dinner is served on deck as the captain takes us for an evening cruise alongside the old city walls before docking in Dubrovnik. Enjoy an evening stroll or a pint at a local pub in this beautiful city. Overnight in Dubrovnik (B, L, D) DAY 6: Tuesday, September 25 - Dubrovnik This morning we'll have a guided walk of the Old Town including a cable car ride to Srð Mountain for scenic views of the walls and Elaphiti Islands. Don't forget to bring your camera! The afternoon is at your leisure. Your guide can recommend idyllic spots for lunch and dinner and for those of you with more enthusiasm, we highly recommend walking the famous walls. This 1.2 mile long walk is actually on top of the surrounding city walls and provides a unique perspective to Dubrovnik. The "Stradun" is Dubrovnik's famous pedestrian street and a great place to find charming stores and convivial pubs. Overnight in Dubrovnik (B)
DAY 7: Wednesday, September 26 Dubrovnik to Piljesac Peninsula Our early morning departure is for the Peljesac peninsula, well known for its excellent wine. Today we head inland to explore the rural areas. We'll have a visit to a local farm followed by an all-inclusive dinner with traditional Croatian dishes made from local produce. Overnight on Peljesac peninsula (B, L, D) DAY 8: Thursday, September 27 - Peljesac Peninsula to Hvar On our way to Hvar we'll have a lunch stop on the small island of Scedro followed by a swim stop at the Pakleni Islands. Hvar is the longest island in the Adriatic and known for its sunny weather, lavish lavender fields and breathtaking beauty. One can find many historical landmarks in Hvar including the Renaissance cathedral with its original tower, and the oldest community theatre in Europe which was founded in 1612. For those wanting to stretch their legs, you can hike up to the town fort overlooking the harbor to get some lovely scenic views of the ship and the Pakleni Islands. In the evening Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment - many restaurants, bars and cafés are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar (B, L) DAY 9: Friday, September 28 - Hvar to Bol Our final stop will be the island of Brac and picturesque town of Bol. Walk along the promenade or swim at one of the most famous beaches in Dalmatia - Zlatni Rat. Translated to "the Golden Horn", this beach is known for its distinct gravel promontory and stunningly clear water. Bol is a typical fishermen s town turned into a popular tourist destination. After lunch on board, there is free time until a wine tasting in the facilities of the oldest Dalmatia wine cooperative, dating from 1903, followed by the Captain s farewell dinner with live entertainment on board. Overnight in Bol or nearby Milna (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Saturday, September 29 - Disembarkation and on to Zagreb We disembark the MV Black Swan after breakfast today. On our way to Zagreb we'll visit Krka National Waterfall Park. Let's toast to our Croatian adventure at the farewell dinner tonight! Sleep in Zagreb (B, D) DAY 11: Sunday, September 30 - Discover Zagreb and flight to Amsterdam For those travelers on the group flight, we'll spend the day exploring Zagreb, visiting the historic city center and walking the botanical gardens. The group flight departs for Amsterdam in the late afternoon. For independent travelers you can depart Zagreb at any time during the day. The airport is just a short distance from the city center. Overnight in Amsterdam (B) DAY 12: Monday, October 1 - Aalsmeer Flower Auction and Amsterdam Tour* This morning we depart early for the Aalsmeer Flower Auction. As the world's largest flower auction, you'll get a glimpse into the logistics and enormity of the flower business. After, we ll drive to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam where you can enjoy a bit of time and an independent lunch before returning to the airport for your flight home. The Delta flight departs at 5:30pm and returns to Atlanta this same evening. *This layover is only included for those who have booked the group flight. ~ Itinerary Subject to Change ~
THE FIRST CLASS MV BLACK SWAN *Built in 2018 Ship Description: Currently under construction and set to be launched in April 2018, the Black Swan is a luxury vessel 159 feet long and 28 foot beam. The ship has 18 modernly decorated cabins accommodating up to 38 passengers. Guests can choose between five cabins on upper deck with panoramic windows, five cabins on main deck with panoramic windows and eight spacious cabins in lower deck. Air conditioned cabins are air condition, with TV, ventilation, safety deposit box, SOS alarm, smoke detectors, emergency lights and audio system for announcements and light music. Nine cabins have twin/double bed possibility, four cabins are with double beds, three cabins with twin beds and two cabins can be made into triples. A VIP cabin is located at the front of the main deck area.
PRICE PER PERSON IN A SHARED TWIN OR DOUBLE CABIN DOUBLE CABIN PRICE BEFORE EARLY BIRD PRICE AFTER CATEGORY DISCOUNT DISCOUNT DISCOUNT Lower Deck $4,799 $300 $4,499 Main Deck $4,999 $300 $4,699 Upper Deck $5,299 $300 $4,999 Junior Suites $5,599 $300 $5,299 SAVE AN ADDITIONAL $200 Travel alumni save $100 Pay your final balance by check and save $100 Early bird discount is valid through March 1, 2018.