Cruise the Dalmatian Coast, dotted with ancient forts and castles, and looking much as it did during the Age of Sail. The private yacht, Le Levant, takes just 90 Tauck guests on this Croatia travel adventure. Thrill to the sight of palaces, cathedrals, walled cities, citadels, and amphitheaters from the Greek, Roman, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque epochs in history. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites on visits to Dubrovnik, Venice, Kotor, Sibenik's Cathedral, and Diocletian's Palace in Split. Enjoy a wine tasting and a Moreska cultural performance. Spend two nights in Venice to take in the rich treasures of the lagoon city – a highlight of your Venice to Croatia travel cruise with Tauck.

2009 Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Venice
Your Venice and Croatia travel experience begins at 6:00 PM at Hotel Danieli, Venice. A transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Hotel Danieli, Venice is included upon your arrival. Originally built in the 14th century as the Palazzo Dandolo, your opulent, meticulously restored hotel is prestigiously located on Riva degli Schiavoni, close to Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square). Tauck's Venice to Croatia travel days begin with a welcoming cocktail reception and dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Lodging: Hotel Danieli, Venice, Italy

Day 2: The romance of Venice, without the cars
Head to St. Mark’s Square, the heart of Venice, with a local guide. Visit St. Mark’s Square and see St. Mark's Basilica, one of the must-see architectural wonders of Europe with its exquisite mosaics and detailed carvings. See the Doges’ Palace, a pink marble Gothic masterpiece that dates back to the 9th century, then spend the remainder of the day in Venice as you please.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Hotel Danieli, Venice, Italy

• Day 3: Venetian Islands
Visit picturesque islands in the Venetian Lagoon, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site with the city. First stop is Murano, famous for glass production since the 10th century, followed by time in Burano, renowned for lacemaking. Board your private yacht, Le Levant, and enjoy the welcome cocktails and dinner. Le Levant’s stabilizers ensure smooth sailing – from Venice to Croatia travel in style.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

• Day 4: Time-traveling in Croatia
Today, your Croatia travel adventure takes you to Sibenik. Visit the Cathedral of St. James illustrating the transition of Gothic to Renaissance church architecture. Down the coast in Split, a walking tour takes you to the ruins of Diocletian’s Palace, built between the 3rd and 4th centuries. Both of these structures are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Late day, enjoy the ship’s library, sauna, or swimming pool.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

• Day 5: Korcula, home of medieval pursuits
Continue your Croatia travel on the island of Korcula and its medieval walled city with Cathedral Square at its center. A guided walking tour includes its most famous house, the Museum of Icons in the church, and the Cathedral of St. Mark, decorated with statues on the façade. Attended a private Moreska cultural dance performance for a look at the island's colorful folkloric traditions.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

• Day 6: World Heritage in Kotor
Head to the observation deck for the sail into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, one of the few fjords in the region – the view is inspiring and unforgettable. The bay and the city of Kotor are UNESCO World Heritage Sites in recognition of their natural and cultural uniqueness. Visit the fortress city of Kotor, an important Roman and Byzantine stronghold. See the Naval Museum, housed in an 18th-century Baroque palace. And as a special Tauck touch, you'll be treated to a private a cappella performance today.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

• Day 7: Discover Dubrovnik
Your next port of call on this Croatia travel adventure is Dubrovnik. The Old Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque churches, monasteries, palaces, and fountains. Spend time here on a guided tour visiting the main square, Dubrovnik Synagogue, the Rector's Palace and the Dominican Monastery before exploring on your own.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

• Day 8: A day in Hvar
Dock on the island of Hvar, a well-known playground for international celebrities and royalty. A guided walking tour includes Stari Grad, the oldest part of town founded in 384 BC by the Greeks. Sightseeing includes a tour of Hvar Town and a visit to the Cathedral of St. Stephen, with its richly decorated façade. Admire the views from the hilltop Spanjol Fortress over the red-tile-roofed town below. Enjoy a wine tasting at a local winery, then spend some time in town on your own in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

• Day 9: The Croatian coast
Today in Croatia travel first to the Istrian peninsula, beginning with a walking tour of the fairy-tale village of Rovinj – it is one of the most photographed places in Croatia. Visit the town of Pula to see the Roman Amphitheatre, one of the best preserved in the world. As Le Levant cruises back to Venice and your time in Croatia ends, enjoy a farewell cocktail reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Levant

Day 10: Journey Home
Disembark the ship in Venice, Italy, and transfer to the airport. Tauck's Venice and Croatia travel cruise aboard Le Levant ends at 9:00 AM at Venice Marco Polo Airport. Venice to Croatia travel at its best!
Meals: Breakfast

10 Days from $6,190 plus airfare