Croatia – Luxury Sailing Routes – 7 days sailing – Sailing trail of Unesco

Croatia is one of the best sailing destinations in the world for a number of reasons.
The ideally laid out islands, that are separated by no more than 10 nautical miles and about 1500 bays and ports, makes the Croatian Adriatic equally as ideal for sailing under full sail as it is for cruising on motor boats. 56 modern marinas with around 16,000 wet berths and 5,500 dry berths are available all year round. Sprinkled like pearl drops across the crystal clear blue of the sea, 66 islands, 652 islets, 389 rocks, and 78 reefs are more than a thousand reasons to fulfill anyone’s nautical dreams that comprise the Croatian Adriatic.
Almost ideally distributed, with distances between them not exceeding 10 nm, along with a coastline extending 5,835 km, from Istria to Dubrovnik, Croatia’s islands offer a real challenge to everyone.

With over 1500 coves, bays and ports on islands and the mainland where one can find a berth, drop anchor or stay overnight, the Croatian Adriatic is the very place for sailing under full sail, for a motorboat cruise, or for simply enjoying the sea by boat for recreational fishing.
Croatian marinas are situated in exceptionally well-protected locations, from larger towns to small coves on islands. In addition to service and regular maintenance, marinas offer other services, including restaurants and cellars where one can enjoy excellent drinks and local and international cuisine and where all other required services are provided. For those who prefer the charm of little ports in the very heart of the small coastal towns, they have at their disposal quaysides all along the Adriatic – from Cavtat, and Gruž in Dubrovnik, Vela Luka on Korčula, Hvar, and Vis, and all the way to Lošinj and Istria. Even in olden times, the Adriatic Sea was one of the most crucial sailing routes for ancient cultures.

With its attractive coastal area covering 138,595 km2, the extraordinary clarity of its waters with visibility to the fascinating depth of 50 meters, and an average water temperature of 16 to 21oC, the Croatian Adriatic is indeed an ideal place for your dream sailing adventure.

Explore Luxury Sailing tours and Croatian yachting vacation visiting places like Split, Zlatni Rat – Island of Brac, Hvar, Zadar, Šibenik, Brioni and Istria from seclusion and relaxation on the breathtaking Dalmatian Islands.
Croatia holds endless possibilities for your authentic experiences in Croatia from beautiful beaches, untouched anchorages, excellent marinas and restaurants, scuba diving to exploring the National Parks and culture rich lands of Korčula and Dubrovnik.

A thriving independent merchant republic for 700 years, and rival to Venice, Dubrovnik today is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Adriatic. Set on a rugged limestone peninsula, the city enchants with postcard images of medieval walls, a skyline of red roofs and church steeples, marble-paved squares, steep cobbled streets, palaces, churches, fountains and museums.
The vibrancy of this Unesco world heritage site – light stone walls towering over the crystal sea reflected in the sky – is at its height in summer with a host of cultural, art and music events.

A half-day tour of the Old City – included in UNESCO World Heritage Site list (since 1979). This ancient city surrounded by ramparts and fortresses abounds in architectural and cultural masterpieces carefully preserved for centuries. A pleasant walk will take you to the Rector’s Palace, the Dominican Monastery housing a rich collection of medieval paintings, the Franciscan Monastery among other intriguing sites. After the city tour, you are free to continue exploring the Old City and its Walls on their own. Explore Dubrovnik’s nightlife including clubs, bars, and restaurants. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Breakfast and sail out to enjoy sights of Dubrovnik from the yacht.

A thriving independent merchant republic for 700 years, and rival to Venice, Dubrovnik today is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Adriatic. Set on a rugged limestone peninsula, the city enchants with postcard images of medieval walls, a skyline of red roofs and church steeples, marble-paved squares, steep cobbled streets, palaces, churches, fountains, and museums.
The vibrancy of this Unesco world heritage site – light stone walls towering over the crystal sea reflected in the sky – is at its height in summer with a host of cultural, art and music events.

A half-day tour of the Old City – included in UNESCO World Heritage Site list (since 1979). This ancient city surrounded by ramparts and fortresses abounds in architectural and cultural masterpieces carefully preserved for centuries. A pleasant walk will take you to the Rector’s Palace, the Dominican Monastery housing a rich collection of medieval paintings, the Franciscan Monastery among other intriguing sites. After the city tour, you are free to continue exploring the Old City and its Walls on their own. Explore Dubrovnik’s nightlife including clubs, bars, and restaurants. Overnight in Dubrovnik. Breakfast and sail out to enjoy sights of Dubrovnik from the yacht.
Rich in vineyards, olive groves, and small villages, and harboring a glorious old town, the island of Korčula is the sixth-largest Adriatic island, stretching nearly 47km in length. The dense woods led the original Greek settlers to call the island Korkyra Melaina (Black Korčula). Quiet coves and small sandy beaches dot the steep southern coast while the northern shore is flatter and more pebbly.
Tradition is alive and kicking on Korčula, with age-old religious ceremonies, folk music and dances still being performed to an ever-growing influx of tourists. Oenophiles will adore sampling its wine. Arguably the best of all Croatian whites are produced from pošip grapes, which are only grown here and to a lesser extent on the Pelješac Peninsula. The grk grape, cultivated around Lumbarda, also produces quality dry white wine.

The idyllic island of Hvar is a very popular stop off during a Croatia luxury yacht vacation, known for its great parties, fragrant fields of lavender, beautiful hills, historical sites and top wines, some of the most famous sorts of Croatian wines and wineries in Croatia.
You will absolutely love the city of Hvar! Voted as one of the ten most beautiful islands in the world, the island of Hvar is an unforgettable attraction with its historical Venetian palaces, fine local restaurants, hippest bars and night clubs.

With an average of 7.7 sunshine hours per day, Hvar is the sunniest island on the Croatian coast and that’s how it earned its nickname „the island of the sun“.
Hvar Town may be the most stunning town on the island but Stari Grad, the oldest village on the island, and Jelsa, as well as a smattering of small villages, dotting the coast or nestled in the lush interior, are well worth a visit.

Departure from the Split port for a ferry boat transfer to the town of Stari Grad on the island of Hvar. A short walking tour of Stari Grad Plain (UNESCO World Heritage List since 2009), a cultural landscape that has remained practically intact since it was first colonized by Ionian Greeks from Pharos in the 4th century BC. The original agricultural activity of this fertile plain, mainly focusing on grapes and olives, has been maintained since Greek times to the present. The landscape features ancient stone walls and trims, small stone shelters, and it testifies the ancient geometrical system of land division used by the ancient Greeks. Afterward, transfer to the town of Hvar for a brief walking visit before returning to Trogir for overnight.
 

The day will begin with the walking tour of Trogir – the town museum (UNESCO World Heritage List since 1997). Trogir is a remarkable example of urban continuity. The orthogonal street plan of this island settlement dates back to the Hellenistic period and it was embellished by successive rulers with many fine public and domestic buildings and fortifications. Its beautiful Romanesque churches are complemented by the outstanding Renaissance and Baroque buildings from the Venetian period.
Departure to Split.

The city was originally built around the Diocletian palace (Roman fort) in Dalmatia, Croatia. Because of its ideal climate, with 2,800 hours of sunlight each year, local people have a few nicknames for Split: “The most beautiful city in the world” and “Mediterranean flower”. Wandering the historic centre of Split you can still clearly see the Roman walls, squares, and temples rich in history and culture.

Interesting Facts

Many famous Croatian sports people are born in Split, so locals often nicknamed their city as “The sportiest city in the world”. The most popular sport institution is the football club Hajduk. The whole city is painted with the club’s colors and logo. This is done by Torcida, the oldest supporters group in Europe, established in 1950.
Beside the bell tower of St. Duje, the symbols of the city are the Dalmatian dog and a donkey. Locals have a high place for the donkey because of its past indispensable place in field work and transport across Dalmatian mountains.

Departure to Split for a walking tour of the historical center and Diocletian’s Palace remains (UNESCO World Heritage List since 1979), built between the late 3rd and the early 4th centuries A.D. The cathedral was built in the Middle Ages, reusing materials from the ancient mausoleum. 12th and 13th-century Romanesque churches, medieval fortifications, 15th-century Gothic palaces, and other palaces in Renaissance and Baroque style make up the rest of the protected area. Overnight in Split.
Breakfast and departure transfer to the airport for an outbound flight.

Old City of Dubrovnik
The historic town of Korčula
Stari Grad Plain on the Island of Hvar
Historic City of Trogir
Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian

We guarantee you will have a week of your life you’ll never forget!

All-inclusive Nautical services:

Yacht rental
Professional skipper

Domestic/International flights
Insurance: All types
Entry visa
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Food expenses for skipper
Deposit Insurance
Final cleaning
Sojourn tax
Moorings
Fuel
Lunch and dinner expenses
Transport before check-in and after check-out
Arrival airport transfer from/to airport
Accommodation
Private guided city tour / Professional English – speaking tour guides
Private guided Yacht Cruise
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

Price: at the request

NOTE: Book minimum one month earlier before visiting. The program can be organized in other terms as well if your group is larger than 4 persons.

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Restrictions – This activity can be canceled in the unlikely event of bad weather and rough seas.

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