Cruising the Adriatic and Dalmatian Coast

2018 Tour Dates: September 27-October 6, 2018

10 DAY SMALL SHIP ADVENTUREIncluding one night in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Cruising the Adriatic and Dalmatian Coasts

CROATIA

Adriatic Sea

Dubrovnik

Mljet

Korcula

Hvar

Bol

OmisSplit

Pucisca

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CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONSDay Two – Grand Hotel Park, Dubrovnik, CroatiaDays Three through Nine – Aboard the MV Karizma

Omis, at the mouth of the Cetina River Canyon Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, Split, Croatia

10 Days • 22 Meals Experience the history, culture, food, and

architecture of old-world Europe, combined with amazingly blue

seas, thick forests, and the region's best beaches. Exploration and

relaxation make the perfect vacation!

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS4 22 Meals (8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 8 Dinners)4 Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Tours4 International Cruise Director and Mayflower Tours expert staff onboard, plus local English-speaking

guides for shore excursions4 Experience Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast aboard the exclusively chartered MV Karizma for a seven-night small ship cruise

4 Once onboard, unpack just once in your tastefully furnished stateroom4 Cruise the Adriatic Sea to the islands of Mljet, Korcula and Brac4 Spend time in Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ and a UNESCO World Heritage Site4 Included shore excursions in Split, Omis, Hvar and Korcula with English-speaking local guides4 Boat excursion into the Centina River Canyon, a protected nature area4 Visit to Grgich Hills Winery with a tasting4 All meals included onboard featuring local and international specialities served at one leisurely seating4 Onboard lunches and dinners complemented with unlimited local wine, beer and soft drinks4 Complimentary WiFi onboard4 $50 in Mayflower Money

LOCAL INSIGHTS4 Wine tasting at a local winery4 Interior visit of the Rector’s Palace in Dubrovnik4 Visit to the Franciscan Monastery’s Pharmacy built in 13174 A tasting of local specialties during the excursion from Omis

Overnights

Cruise Overnights

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Cruise Route

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Golden Horn – the best beach in Croatia St. Marks Cathedral in Korcula showcases Gothic-Renaissance architecture

DAY 1 – Depart the USA Today you’ll depart the USA on an overnightflight to Dubrovnik, Croatia.

DAY 2 – Dubrovnik, CroatiaUpon arrival in Dubrovnik, transfer to yourhotel. The afternoon is yours to relax or ex-plore the city on your own. Tonight you’llenjoy a Welcome Dinner at the hotel. Meal: D

DAY 3 – Embarkation of your river shipFollowing breakfast at your hotel, transfer toGruz Harbor where your ship, the MVKarizma, awaits. This afternoon, relax on-board as you become acquainted with theship and crew. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Re-ception and dinner onboard. Meals: B, D

DAY 4 – Dubrovnik and Mljet National ParkBefore the ship sails, depart on a walking tourof Dubrovnik, known at the ‘Pearl of theAdriatic.’ During the guided excursion, tourRector's Palace and the pharmacy of theFranciscan Monastery.

Sailing from Dubrovnik, lunch is served on-board as you make your way to the AdriaticIsland of Mljet. On your guided visit of theMljet National Park, learn about the fivetypes of forests, the island's geological struc-ture consisting of limestone and dolomiteforming ridges, crests and slopes and themany species of birds and eagles’ nests. Manytales involve the island of Mljet, one of whichsays it was the favorite holiday destination ofthe Greek hero Ulysses! Meals: B, L, D

DAY 5 – PuciscaThis morning is spent leisurely sailing alongthe river and enjoying the remarkable viewsof the Dalmatian Coast. Following lunch on-board, arrive in the beautiful small town ofPucisca. With a population of 2,200, thetown arose from stone in a deep cover on thenorth island of Brac. Known for is culture ofstone masonry, the nicely built stone houseswith paved white roofs give Pucisca itscharm. Take a swim in the beautiful blue wa-ters of one of the bays near this quaint town.Meals: B, L, D

DAY 6 – Omis / SplitThe picturesque, ancient town of Omis issurrounded by small fishing villages withbeautiful beaches. During an included walk-ing tour, stroll through the town that is asilent stone reminder of the power andmight of the infamous pirates whose shipswere a symbol of retaliation, courage andstrength. The day continues as you boardsmall boats that take you into the magnifi-cent Cetina River Canyon, a protected na-ture area. Sail upriver to Radman Millswhere you are treated to a tasting of a localspecialty before returning to the ship inOmis. This afternoon, arrive in Split, thelargest Dalmatian city and second largestcity of Croatia. Your guided visit will in-clude the seafront promenade and theRoman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, with itsancient columns and Roman belfries. Meals: B, L, D

DAY 7 – Bol, The Golden Horn / HvarThis morning your ship arrives in Bol,

known for the best beach in Croatia - theGolden Horn. You’ll have free time to swimand enjoy this beautiful beach. This after-noon your ship sails on to Hvar, known as‘the Croatian Maderia’, and is one of thelongest islands stretching along the shoresof Croatia. On the included walking touryou’ll see the first public theater in Europe(older than Shakespeare’s theater in theUK), the Franciscan Monastery and otherhistoric sights. Meals: B, L, D

DAY 8 – KorculaSail to Korcula, the acclaimed birthplace ofthe famous explorer, Marco Polo. As youstroll through its narrow, cobbled streets onthe included walking tour, immerse yourselfin Korcula’s picturesque town and discoveradorned palaces and elegant houses includ-ing the majestic Cathedral of St. Mark.Meals: B, L, D

DAY 9 –Winery Visit / Return to Dubrovnik Enjoy a pleasant trip along the shores of theMljet Island with a visit to Grgich Hills Win-ery, owned by the famous American wineproducer in Trstenik, for a tasting. The shiparrives in Dubrovnik and your final eveningof the cruise is free of planned activites.Meals: B, L, D

DAY 10 – Dubrovnik / USABid a fond farewell to Croatia and the Dal-matian Coast and return home with memo-ries of life enriching experiences from yoursmall ship adventure. Meal: B

Itinerary is subject to change.

MAIN DECK

Seven nights accommodations aboard the

MV KarizmaBuilt: 2016 Staterooms: 19

Stateroom (190-140 sq. ft.): Main Deck• Double stateroom has a queen bed• Twin staterooms have two twin beds.• Staterooms are spacious and feature: air conditioning, LCD TV, safe deposit box,internal communication system between cabins and bar.

• Private bathroom with shower

Stateroom (190-140 sq. ft.): Lower Deck• Double stateroom has a queen bed• Twin staterooms have two twin beds• Staterooms are spacious and feature: air conditioning, LCD TV, safe deposit box,internal communication system between cabins and bar.

• Private bathroom with shower

Stateroom

Sun Deck

MV Karizma

Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) for River Cruises - $429 per person (optional)This nonrefundable fee will provide a refund to you during the instance that you have to cancel yourtrip. The cancellation has to be for a covered reason (see Plan for details on coverage) and we have tobe notified at least one day prior to departure. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illnessor the illness or death of an immediate family member, TPP will provide a refund for any unused servicesafter the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emer-gency transportation, 24 hour hot line and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportationis included ONLY if your air tickets are purchased through Mayflower Tours. Please review the Plan fordetails on coverage.

Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP)• 91 days or more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deposit Amount• 90 days to day of departure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% of the total tour• No refund on unused portions of the tour

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LOWER DECK

2018 DEPART USA

September 27 PER PERSON TWIN $5,104 $5,304

SINGLE ROOM ADD $7,203 $7,543

LOWER DECK MAIN DECK

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UPPER DECK

Public Areas and Ship Amenities• Fully air-conditioned UpperDeck dining room

• Restaurant includes bar areawith LCD TV

• Buffet breakfast area• Upper Deck observation areaoffering sweeping panoramicviews of the surroundings

• Sun Deck offering sun-shadecover and lounge chairs

• Complimentary WiFi• Two outdoor showers and fourlavatories on deck

Pricing includes port charges, round trip airfare from/to San Diego and home pickup and return from most San Diego locations.

*Some surcharges may apply.

Air itineraries may not be available until documents are received. Air seats are assigned by the airline forthe entire group. Seat changes can only be attempted upon receipt of tickets and documents at whichtime availability may be limited. If specific seat assignments are vital to your reservation, we recommendindividual air reservations rather than booking air with the group.