Schooner cruise in Kvarner Bay

Schooner cruise in Kvarner Bay
Croatia

Adventure

Nature

A cruise on renovated and fully equipped old schooners. Along the Dalmatian coast, you will discover beautiful landscapes. In the morning, the boat stops at the coves of the paradise islands or along the coast, where you can swim and snorkel. Lunch is taken on the boat. Then the boat departs and docks around 4-5pm, each day in a different port. In the evening, you can have your dinner and stroll through the streets of the towns or villages where you stop. The atmosphere will be festive and relaxed!

From

945€

Length of stay

8 days / 7 nights

Minimum number of participants

Privatised trip from 1 person

Customisable programme

Highlights

Small capacity boats (average of 30 people) with private sanitary facilities
A trip for everyone: adults and children
Stop every day and night in a different city
Beautiful landscapes
Festive and relaxed atmosphere

Programme
Rates
Practical information
The human trip plus

Day 1

Paris, Zagreb

Flight to Zagreb

Departure from Paris on a scheduled flight (from other regions, please contact us). Arrival in Zagreb and free time (transfers, meals and overnight stay not included in the price) until the departure of the cruise on Saturday morning. If you arrive the day before, we propose to pick you up at the airport and take you to a splendid and typical 4* hotel of our selection in a charming town halfway between Zagreb and Opatija, then to drive you the next morning to the port of Opatija for the cruise.
(supplement: 150€ per person based on 2 people on half board).

Day 2

Opatija, Krk

Boat and navigation to Krk

Check-in at the port at 11:00. Departure from the port of Opatija at 13:00. After lunch, we will stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters before heading to the island of Krk - the largest in the archipelago. This island is known for its huge variety of villages, gentle walks in a green, wild and rocky environment and hundreds of hidden bays and beaches. Free time to explore and overnight on board in Krk harbour.

Day 3

Krk, Rab

Heading for the island of Rab

Breakfast is served on the boat and we head for the island of Rab, known as the "island of love". The small town of Rab, where you will spend the night, is surrounded by medieval walls, Romanesque churches, palaces, cobbled streets and ancient facades. Optional English guided tour of Rab: 10€.

Day 4

Rab, Zadar

Discovery of Zadar

After breakfast, we sail along the island of Pag with a stop at the small island of Maun, an opportunity to jump into the water and refresh yourself. In the afternoon we continue to Zadar, where we will spend the night at the quay. Possibility to take part in an optional guided tour of the city in English: 10€. For centuries, Zadar was the metropolis of Dalmatia, and is today the centre of the region. Zadar is a city with a rich heritage: the Roman forum dating from the 1st century AD, the church of St. Donatus dating from the 9th century AD - the most famous basilica of the medieval period and symbol of the city, the city walls and many palaces, villas and other legacies. The city is full of great restaurants in the centre.

Day 5

Zadar, Molat or Olib

Relaxation on the islands

Departure for the island of Molat or the island of Olib (depending on the space available in the small ports of these two islands). The island of Molat is located in the northern part of the Zadar archipelago. The peace and quiet of this town guarantees a stay away from mass tourism. Olib is a place where you can rest your body and soul. There are no cars, just a tractor or two... The island has many beautiful beaches. The island was already inhabited in ancient times.

Day 6

Molat or Olib, Ilovik, Losinj

Swimming in the island of flowers

After breakfast and a pleasant morning swim, we will sail to the peaceful island of flowers called Ilovik where we will stop for a swim. Then we will sail to the island of Mali Lošinj, which is one of the most popular islands in the northern Adriatic due to its abundance of pine trees and clear waters. Mali Lošinj is one of the places with the most sunny days per year in Europe. Take a walk along the harbour or visit the picturesque town of Veli Lošinj (only 5 km away). Overnight at Quai.

Day 7

Losinj, Cres

Visit to the island of Cres

After an early morning swim, we leave for the island of Cres. This long and narrow island is covered with oak trees, pine trees, beach, vineyards and olive groves. Cres and Mali Losinj used to be one island, but a canal was dug by the Romans. We will spend the night in the harbour of the medieval town of Cres.

Day 8

Opatija, Zagreb, Paris

Flight to France

After breakfast, disembarkation. Flight Zagreb Paris, on regular airline.

Price per person from €945 including VAT*.

- Based on 2 participants

This price includes :

Transport including VAT from Paris (from other cities, please contact us)
The cruise in a double cabin on a superior category schooner (private showers and toilets in each cabin).
Half board (continental breakfast and lunch) on board excluding drinks.
Towels (bath sheets can be rented on site).

At your expense :

- Optional multi-risk insurance for assistance and repatriation of luggage.
- Return airport transfers.
- Port taxes (40 € to be paid on site).
- Entrance to the National Park (10 / 15€).
- Hotel nights before the cruise.
- Full board supplement (145 € / person).
- Drinks including during meals.
- Meals not clearly mentioned.
- Personal expenses and activities not explicitly mentioned in the programme.

Single cabin supplement: please contact us.

Reduction for children under 10 years old or 3rd person in cabin: please contact us.

* Price from Paris on 29/09 06 and 13/10/2018. Please contact us for any other departure city.

IMPORTANT: Fares are calculated on the basis of the low season for airfare. The price may vary depending on your booking date and the number of seats remaining on the flights (especially during school holidays). The price is therefore given from and to be reconfirmed at the time of your registration.

For a group request (from 10 people) or to customize your trip, please contact us.

Comfort

The cabins have their own toilets and showers.
They are equipped with bunk beds, not double beds.

Climate and equipment

Climate :
- Kvarner Bay is located between Dalmatia and Istria.
- The Velebit mountain range and the Ucka mountain shelter this region from the cold northern winds and provide a very pleasant climate in summer.
Equipment :
- Take casual, light clothing.

Health

No vaccinations are required.

More information on the Pasteur website.

Formalities

PASSPORT & VISAS

For your trip to Croatia, you will need a valid passport or identity card.

More information on the France Diplomatie website.

Our opinion

Grab some shorts and flip-flops: casual and festive atmosphere
In the high season, some nights can be a bit noisy as the port is a busy place.
For information:
The captain reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time and without notice in case of bad weather conditions.
The company reserves the right to cancel the departure in case of an insufficient number of participants: MINIMUM 10 PERSONS.
The destination is becoming very popular, and prices for dinners in restaurants at the ports can be expensive.
In the evening, the atmosphere in the ports is festive and the evenings can be very lively, until late at night.
The concept is new in France. The crews do not speak French. Plan to communicate in English.
Drinks and even water must be purchased on board. No outside drinks will be accepted on the boat. The crews are very strict on this point.