Venice & the Dalmatian Coast

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Cruise the Dalmatian Coast, dotted with ancient forts and castles, and looking much as it did during the Age of Sail. The sleek yacht, Le Levant, takes just 90 tour 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.

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Venice, Italy

 
Arrive Venice.
Hotels

Tour begins: 6:00 PM, The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido Resort, Venice, Italy. Transfers from Venice’s Marco Polo Airport are included to The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido Resort. Your resort is located on ‘Lido di Venezia’ Island overlooking a private beach.

Venice, Italy Hotels picture

Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner.


Day 2 - Venice, Italy

 
Experience the Pleasures of Venice.
Sightseeing

With the expert eyes of a local guide, discover the treasures of Piazza San Marco (St. Mark’s Square), the center of Venetian life. Visit dramatic St. Mark’s Basilica, and marvel at the sumptuous Doges’ Palace. Explore Venice at your leisure this afternoon.

Hotels

The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido Resort ~ Meals B


Day 3 - Venice, Italy

 
Venetian Islands / Embark Le Levant.
Sightseeing

Visit the picturesque islands of the Venetian Lagoon. Explore Murano, famous for glass production since the 10th century, and discover lively Burano, renowned for lacemaking and brightly colored houses.

Yacht Cruises

This afternoon, board your private yacht Le Levant for welcome cocktails, followed by dinner at sea. Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BD


Day 4 - At Sea

 
Historic Croatia - Sibenik / Split.
Sightseeing

Le Levant docks this morning in Sibenik, Croatia, a city ruled through time by the Hungarian-Croats, Venetians, French, and Austrians. After visiting Sibenik’s Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, drive south along the Adriatic coast. Arrive in Split and take a walking tour through Diocletian’s Palace, another World Heritage Site. Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD


Day 5 - At Sea

 
The Island of Korcula.
Sightseeing

Journey today to the beautiful Adriatic island of Korcula, with its lush vineyards, olive trees, and lovely medieval town. According to some historical accounts, this ancient walled city was the childhood home of famed explorer Marco Polo. A walking tour of Korcula precedes a private performance of Moreska folklore. Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD


Day 6 - At Sea

 
Montenegro – Kotor.
Sightseeing

Le Levant’s entrance into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, one of the few fjords in the region, is memorable. With roots dating back to the site of a 3rd-century Roman military outpost, the fortress city of Kotor was a Byzantine stronghold in the 6th century; a walking tour includes the Naval Museum.

Yacht Cruises

Return to Le Levant and set sail for the extraordinary port of Dubrovnik. Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD


Day 7 - At Sea

 
Dubrovnik, Gem of the Adriatic.
Yacht Cruises

Dubrovnik’s well-preserved 15th-century old town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site; sightseeing includes visits to the historic main square, the Dominican Monastery, the Rector’s Palace, and Dubrovnik Synagogue. The rest of the day is spent in port; there’s lots to explore! Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD


Day 8 - At Sea

 
Treasures of Hvar.
Sightseeing

A sightseeing tour of the town of Hvar includes a visit to the Cathedral of St. Stephen. Enjoy expansive views from Spanjol Fortress, located high above the town, before a walking tour of Stari Grad.

Wine

The Dalmatian Coast produces some exceptional wine – enjoy a wine tasting before returning to Hvar Town for the rest of the day. Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD


Day 9 - At Sea

 
Istria / Pula, Croatia.
Sightseeing

A special day awaits exploring the Istrian peninsula. A visit to the town of Pula includes the Roman Amphitheatre, believed to be the best preserved in the world.

Yacht Cruises

Return to the ship after lunch, and join us tonight for a farewell reception and dinner. Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD


Day 10 - Venice, Italy

 
Journey Home.
Airport Transfers

Tour ends: Venice. A transfer from Le Levant to Marco Polo Airport is included; allow a minimum of 21/2 hours for check-in. Meals B


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