The T’26 International Adventure in Croatia is an 8 day / 7 night island hopping tour around the most spectacular coastline in the Adriatic, all aboard a small private charter cruise ship, booked exclusively for the Tuck Class. We have planned a perfect mix of active excursions for you to explore the stunning environs and local culture. You will have an opportunity to swim in crystal clear waters of picturesque bays, explore tiny islands and secluded coves, see magnificent peaks, and visit ancient ports and historic towns by night. Tuck Partners are welcome to join!

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Before You Go

Croatia Overview

In the morning hours we set off to Hvar Island. This beautiful island lies between the islands of Brač and Korčula. Hvar’s location at the center of the Adriatic sailing routes had made this island an important base for trade throughout the wider Mediterranean in the past.

Lunch on board, and enjoy some swimming in one of the bays of Paklinski islands. The name of this tiny archipelago comes from the word “paklina”, black pine resin once used to coat ships.

In the afternoon, transfer by taxi boats to Hvar town for a guided city tour.

Later, the boat will dock in port so you can spend the evening enjoying the rhythms of entertainment in the heart of the Hvar town.

In the morning, we will sail from Hvar to Pomena, a hidden port on the idyllic island of Mljet. This beautiful island is situated south of the Pelješac peninsula from which it is divided by the Mljet channel. It was discovered by ancient Greco-Roman geographers, who wrote the first records and descriptions around 6th century BC. Today, portions of the island are considered a National Park, including the western part of the island, the Big Lake, the Small Lake and Soline Bay. For many, Mljet retains its legend from the Odyssey and other tales as one of the islands “lost” at sea, not easily reached alone.

You will have the opportunity to explore this famous historical spot while hiking along pine-shaded paths to one of the island’s unique saltwater lakes.

Lunch is served on board.

Dinner is on your own in one of the local restaurants.

In the morning, we will sail from Mljet to Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic.

Lunch is served onboard.

Transfer from the port to the city center for a short guided tour to introduce you to this magnificent city, Dubrovnik.

Then it is time for an adventure! Your sea kayaking expedition along the Adriatic coast will begin beneath the Lovrijenac fort in the small port called Pile, accompanied by a private instructor for the sunset kayaking.

After the tour ends, you will have some free time to stay in Dubrovnik old town or return to the boat by public bus or taxis on your own.

In the morning we head to Korčula, the city on the island bearing the same name, best known as the birth place of the famous explorer Marco Polo. Within the fortifications and defensive walls, the red roofs remind you of the city of Dubrovnik. Meet the centuries old works of stonemasons whose architectural wonders created a very orderly urban plan.

Lunch on board the ship.

Enjoy an afternoon scenic walk through the Lumbarda countryside, passing olive groves and local vineyards, before sampling some of the island’s finest wines – the white wine Grk and the red wine Plavac Mali. We will stop at a local winery, sampling traditional wines (3 glasses) and after that we will enjoy a delicious dinner.

Morning departure from Korčula passing by Pelješac Peninsula, we will sail to the Island of Brač.

Stop in one of the beautiful bays for swimming and relaxing, and enjoy lunch on board.

By midafternoon we will arrive at the Island of Brač. Steep cliffs, pine forests and crystalline water gathered to create a dramatic landscape on one of the largest Croatian islands, Brač. This afternoon, you will embark on an adventure on the island, starting with the oldest settlement Škrip and a visit to the Olive Oil Museum. Here we will share with you the story of this island’s traditions and history and you will taste olive oil along with other local products. You will continue on further through the romantic landscape to Donji Humac, an old stone masonry village where you will visit still active stone quarries. Making our way to the top of the island, visit the village, Nerežišće, an ex-capital city from ancient times.

Hidden roads wind through old villages and finally take us to the very top of the island, the highest peak of all islands in the whole Adriatic – Vidova Gora at 778m, where you will enjoy a unique view of Bol, Zlatni rat and the surrounding islands. Get ready – this experience and view will take your breath away.

We will enjoy a dinner all together on the boat.

This morning we sail toward Split. By early afternoon we will reach Split – an important historical and cultural city, with numerous museums, churches, theatres and other archeological treasures. Perhaps the most impressive is the massive structure Diocletian’s Palace, built by the Romans in the fourth century. The palace and its many buildings inside were designated a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1979.

Lunch is served onboard.

Today you will be guided through Diocletian’s streets first with the help of modern technology and after that with our live guide. Using modern technology, experience an educational and entertaining 3D interactive animated film. The plot of the 3D animated film, lasting 15 minutes, reconstructs the oldest period of Diocletian’s Palace in an extremely interesting and educational way. The film begins in the cellars, where we meet the main character named Severin, who guides us through the palace. Along with the cellars, the Peristyle, Nepotova, Riva, Mausoleum, Triclinium, Tablinum, and Vestibule are also represented in the film. Put your headset on and the film takes place in 3D and 360 degrees. Note: the film is not recommended for people suffering from epilepsy or some extreme phobias (heights, movements, etc). After this modern sightseeing of Diocletians palace, walk through the streets with our live guide and see the city in modern time.

Enjoy some free time in Split for the evening and return to Trogir on your own on public bus or taxi (~30 mins from Split), where the boat will be in port.

After breakfast you will disembark in Trogir and be transferred to the airport in Split.

It’s time to say goodbye. Have a pleasant journey!

Additional notes

Due to specific requirements in some of the harbours, it is possible that ships will be tied sideways to each other and that passengers will need to transfer from one ship to another in order to get to the coast. Please be careful when transferring from ship to ship, and should you need assistance the crew members will be glad to provide assistance.

The captain retains the right to modify the sailing route at any moment.

Air Conditioning

Generally the air conditioners are activated only when the boat engine or generator is in operation, or when the ship is connected to the electricity supply on land. At overnight stays in secluded coves and small fishing villages without power supply, air conditioners are usually turned off, since it is not possible to run the generator without disturbing the night-time peace. In some ports, it may happen that the electricity supply is too weak to provide enough power for multiple ships and their air conditioning at the same time.

WiFi Internet

WiFi internet access is available. You may use this service with your own laptop, tablet or smartphone. Please note that due to technical reasons, it will not be possible to surf the internet 24/7. While network coverage according to HSPA and LTE standards is provided in almost all ports and also at sea nearby larger islands or the mainland, in the vicinity of small islands or lonely bays often only a signal according to the EDGE standard or no signal at all can be received. Furthermore, for technical reasons, the WiFi signal may not be received throughout the entire ship, but only in the saloon or on the deck behind it. WiFi may only be available when the engine or generator is running or the ship is connected to the main supply on land.

Meals on the boat

For breakfast, there will be coffee and tea, bread, butter and jam. In addition, there will a selection of some of the following foods: cold cuts, cheese, eggs and yoghurt.

For lunches and dinners, typically there will be soup or another starter, meat or fish as the main dish, and side dishes and salad, followed by dessert or fruit. A request for vegetarian food is available (please inform us at the time of booking); however, vegetarian food does not mean that a special meal is prepared; rather more side dishes (vegetables) will be served instead of meat. The preparation of special diet food is possible by exception only. Please advise us prior to making your booking if you require special diet food.