Catholic Cruise Croatia - BHT0074
15 days Tour - Catholic Cruise Croatia & Medjugorje Anniversary
June 13 - 27, 2024
The cruise to Croatia will include the best Dalmatian destinations... Split, Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik, National Park Mljet, Bol ...
The cruise will take us to the sunniest Dalmatian islands, Brac, Hvar, Korcula, and Mljet, a beautiful National Park! We will do city tours of Split with Diocleation's palace, Korcula with a story of Marco Polo & St. Mark's cathedral, Hvar, and Dubrovnik, and with National Park Mljet, one will get the best Dalmatia has to offer.
We will also enjoy the most famous Croatia beach Bol, on Brac island, enjoy your swim time here :-)!
This is a tour where one will have a chance to get a beautiful overview of Dalmatia! We will tour & cruise islands & mainland, enjoy the Dalmatian cuisine, have Captain's dinner in Dubrovnik, lunch daily onboard the cruise ship, and all that while on a cruise ship for our group only!
After the Cruise, after disembarking the cruise ship, we will leave for Medjugorje!
The mini-cruise ship has 18 cabins - so, limited availability!
It is a tour of the gorgeous coast of Croatia ending in Medjugorje, celebrating the 43rd Anniversary of Gospa's apparitions!
CATHOLIC CRUISE CROATIA - JUNE 13 - 23, 2024
&
MEDJUGORJE ANNIVERSARY - JUNE 22 - 27, 2024
Day 1 Flight from the USA, June 13, 2024
Departure from your airport, an overnight intercontinental flight to Croatia, Split.
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Day 2 Arrival in Split, June 14, 2024 (D)
After an overnight flight, we are in Split. Upon arrival, we meet our tour escort and driver, have a short ride to the hotel,check-inn, and rest before dinner. Dinner is in one of the restaurants in the old town of Split, with local cuisine & wine served!
A short evening walk before returning to our hotel for the first night in Croatia, Split.
Day 3 Split City Tour - embarking on the cruise ship June 15th, 2024 (B, D)
After breakfast, we will drive to the city center, Old City, and Diocletian's palace! This morning we will enjoy a guided tour of the city. Split is a historic town under UNESCO protection and part of the world heritage. One will find an abundance of Roman architecture – particularly interesting is the magnificent Diocletian palace, once inhabited by the Roman emperor. At about 3.00 pm, we'll head to the port. We'll embark on the cruise ship, get our cabins, and rest before dinner. Dinner and overnight on board the ship in Split.
Day 4 Split – Korcula, June 16th, 2024 (B, L)
In the morning, a departure from this magnificent town and cruise towards the Island of Korčula, best known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in one of the secluded bays en route. Early afternoon arrival in Korčula followed by a guided walking tour of the enchanting town fortified by walls. Here in Korcula, we will celebrate Holy Mass with our priest! Korčula treasures more legends, tales, and monuments than any other place. Discover some wandering along the herringbone pattern streets. Korčula has an abundant choice of restaurants for a great gourmet experience. Overnight in Korčula.
Today we have Wine & Olive oil tasting on board the cruise ship while sailing towards Korcula.
Day 5 Korcula – Mljet – Dubrovnik, June 17th, 2024 (B, L, & captain's dinner)
The following day, head further south to the Island of Mljet. Join the cruise manager for a stroll to the famous salt lakes in the Mljet National Park and enjoy the boat ride to Saint Mary Isle, an island with an ancient Benedictine monastery, an old abbey, and a Church dating from the 12th century. Return to the vessel for lunch, followed by departure towards Dubrovnik. Late afternoon arrival in Dubrovnik, but before tying the ropes at the Gruž harbor, the Captain will arrange an evening cruise alongside the old city walls. Enjoy the spectacular views of this magnificent ancient town. We are enjoying Captain's dinner tonight in Dubrovnik's new port, Gruz! Cheers! First night in Dubrovnik.
Day 6 Dubrovnik, June 18th, 2024 (B, L)
After breakfast, transfer to the old town for a guided walking tour & Holy Mass. We will celebrate our private Holy Mass in St. Blaise church & traditional blessing of the throat! This morning the group will meet with the guide and have a guided walking city tour of Dubrovnik, under UNESCO protection, for more than 30 years. During our visit to the historical city, we will see Stradun, Rector's Palace, St. Francis Church, Sponza Palace, Orlando's Column, the first pharmacy in Europe .... In the afternoon, you can explore Dubrovnik on your own, drink in one of the trendy Dubrovnik squares, walk the famous 1,940 m long walls, or go up to Mt. Srdj, cable car, for a fantastic view of Dubrovnik - see the photo gallery! Second night in Dubrovnik.
Day 7 Dubrovnik – Peljesac, June 19th, 2024 (B,L)
Early morning departure towards the Pelješac peninsula, home to Croatia's best-known red wines: Dingač and Postup. Before lunch, a short stop at one of the Elaphiti Islands and an afternoon arrival to the Pelješac peninsula. Today we are away from the crowds and busy towns.
Afternoon in the quiet village, followed by a visit to a local vinery Grgich! Croatian-American family Grgich to whom we owe the discovery of the connection between Zinfandel & local wine Crljenak! The exciting story is ahead of us with the fabulous wines! We are in Trstenik for the night.
More on the story of Zinfandel & Crljenak, Tribidrag read here.
Day 8 Peljesac – Hvar, June 20th, 2024 (B,L)
Morning departure towards Hvar. Lunch stop on the small Island of Scedro. Arrival at Hvar in the afternoon. Hvar is the most extended Island in the Adriatic and one of the sunniest, known for lavish lavender fields and breathtaking beauty. One can find many historical landmarks in Hvar: the Renaissance cathedral where we celebrate our Holy Mass with its original towe, and the oldest community theatre in Europe, which was founded in 1612 - to name a few. Hike up to the town fort overlooking the harbor to get lovely scenic views of the vessel and the Pakleni islands. In the evening, Hvar offers an abundance of entertainment - many restaurants and cafes are open long into the night. Overnight in Hvar.
Day 9 Hvar – Bol – Milna or Pucisca, June 21st, 2024 (B, L)
Today's destination is the Island of Brač and the picturesque town of Bol. Walk along the promenade or swim at the most famous beach in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat (the Golden Cape - known for its gravel promontory, which shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change its shape). Bol is a typical fishermen's town turned into a popular tourist destination. After lunch on board, time at leisure until wine tasting in Bol Winery. Departure for Milna or Pučišća. Overnight in Milna or Pučišća on the island of Brac.
Today we are at a wine tasting in a little town Bol!
Day 10 – Milna or Pucisca – Split, June 22nd, 2024 (B, D)
Early morning departure for Split. Gather for one last breakfast at the vessel, followed by goodbyes with the crew and all the new friends, before they see you off in Split.
After disembarking the ship, we will now board the bus and leave for Medjugorje.
Day 11, 12, 13, 14 - Medjugorje 43rd Anniversary, June 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 2024
Our Medjugorje pilgrimage will be filled with prayer, daily morning English-speaking Mass, or in the evening, at the time of the apparition of Our Lady, International Mass, and prayer of the Rosary. This will be a true spiritual retreat, and your life for a few days will go to the triangle of Podbrdo (Apparition Hill), St. James church, and Krizevac (Cross Mountain).
With thousands of pilgrims from all over the world, you will celebrate daily Mass at St. James church. Visiting Bijakovici village, all six visionaries come from it; you will go up the Apparition Hill, Podbrdo place where Our Lady first appeared. Holy Rosary is prayed during the evening program with Mass; Our Lady repeated many times how important it is to come to Holy Mass, where “we meet Jesus alive.” Messages of Prayer of the Rosary, Holy Mass, and Confession are the center of the evening program in St. James church. According to the three visionaries, they still every day receive the apparition of Our Lady, pray with her, and are blessed by Gospa daily! The apparition takes place at 6:40 pm, and Vicka, Ivan, and Marija are the ones who experience this daily. Mirjana, Jakov, and Ivanka are the three visionaries who don’t have daily apparitions but only once a year.
Among other activities, you will have a chance to climb the “Cross mountain,” Krizevac, as Croats call it, and visit the “Blue Cross,” another place of the apparition. Each pilgrim will have time for private devotions, shopping, or simply enjoying prayer time, as the Rosary in the hands of people you see on the streets or in the fields in Medjugorje isn’t a strange thing!
Day 15 – Flight back home, June 27th, 2024 (B)
Today after early breakfast (or breakfast box), transfer to the airport for the flight home.
Included Land Tour:
- Hotel in Split, 4* first-class, 1 night, June 14 - 15, 2024 & June 22 - 23, 2024
- Welcome dinner out in a Split restaurant, wine at the dinner, June 14th, 2024
- Transfers to and from Split Airport
- Guided tours of Split, Korcula, Dubrovnik, Hvar & National park Mljet
- Entrance fee & the boat ride to Mljet National Park
- Transfer Split Port - Medjugorje hotel
- Dinner and breakfast in Medjugorje 4* hotel, a glass of wine and water included
- Tour guide with the group in Medjugorje
- Daily Holy Mass celebrated by our priest in the group
Included in the cruise:
- 8 days-7 nights charter with the crew - PREMIUM SUPERIOR SHIP "MAJESTIC"
- Accommodation in two bedded cabins with private facilities
- Air-conditioned cabins (Safe deposit box, hair dryer, LCD TV, cupboard & wardrobe cabinet)
- Fully equipped cabins
- Seven buffet breakfasts
- Three-course lunch daily + cheese and salad bar
- Captain's dinner with aperitif and live entertainment
- Welcome cocktail
- Coffee or tea after lunch
- Complimentary water
- Olive oil and wine tasting onboard
- Daily fresh fruit and snacks
- Professional tour manager
- Daily cabin upkeep
- Midweek fresh bed linen & towel change
- Vanity set
- Beach towel
- Free wireless internet access (Wi-Fi)
- Air-conditioned dining room with bar area and LCD TV
- Lounging sundeck with deck-beds
- Rear access platform for easy access to/from the sea
- Porterage in /out of the ship
- Wine tasting in Vinery Bol, Brac (see photos below)
- Wine tasting at Trstenik Winery Grgich or a similar winery along the cruise route
Not Included Land & Cruise Tour:
- Flights, Airline tickets from your departure airport - please contact us for flights from your city
- Travel insurance - strongly recommended - contact us for a travel insurance quotation
- Dinners on a cruise ship (except Captains dinner and first-night dinner on the ship)
- Tips for cruise staff - guides - drivers - restaurants
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport, visa
- Any personal expenses, drinks at the bar
Rates per person in double room & cabin:
11 DAYS - CATHOLIC CRUISE CROATIA: JUNE 13 - 23, 2024
Land Only - Lower deck on Majestic Cruise ship......................2.535.00 US$
Land Only - Main deck on Majestic Cruise ship........................2.675.00 US$
Single room/cabin supplement.....................................................895.00 US$
15 DAYS - CATHOLIC CRUISE CROATIA & MEDJUGORJE ANNIVERSARY: JUNE 13 - 27, 2024
Land Only - Lower deck on Majestic Cruise ship......................2.820.00 US$
Land Only - Main deck on Majestic Cruise ship........................2.960.00 US$
Single room/cabin supplement.....................................................995.00 US$
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