Croatia and the Treasures of the Adriatic
Spirit of Adventure departing Portsmouth
from
£5,849 per person
Additional cabin discounts of up to...
- £500pp off Superior Cabins
- £1,150pp off Suite Cabins
- £400pp off Standard Cabins
- £1,000pp off Deluxe Cabins
22 nights
28th February 2025
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £87 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.
- No fly
- Chauffeur service
Discover the ancient ports of the Adriatic
A plethora of historic sights await you on this all-inclusive cruise to the Adriatic in 2025 at a time when the region’s landmarks will be less busy with tourists and the cooler climate will make exploring much easier. The first port of call is Malaga, where the treasure trove of ancient attractions include the Alcazaba and the ruins of Gilfarbaro castle.
Continue to Malta and the UNESCO-listed streets of the capital Valletta, overlooked by 16th-century forts built by the Knights of St John. On the Croatian coast, visit UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik and Split, home to the Diocletian’s Palace. Enjoy a glimpse of Montenegro with a visit to Kotor, see the Venetian fortresses of Corfu and cruise to centuries-old Cagliari. Gibraltar, with its Palladian architecture and typically British sights, is the final port of call.
Your five included panoramic excursions will be in
- Malaga, Spain
- Valletta, Malta
- Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Split, Croatia
- Cagliari, Sardinia
BBC Studios presents
Strictly Come Dancing
Vito Coppola Image Credit © BBC
‘Strictly’ is one of the most popular entertainment shows on British television, filled with glitz and glamour as celebrities join talented professional dancers to compete to win the glitterball trophy!
On this magical cruise, join Strictly professionals, including Luba Mushtuk and Vito Coppola, Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova, doing what they do best, delivering showstopping performances in the ship’s Playhouse theatre!
You can also join Luba and Vito on The Western Mediterranean and Italian Riviera, departing March 26, 2025.
Angela Rippon
Angela Rippon Image Credit © BBC
Beloved TV newsreader and presenter, Angela Rippon, who took part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2023, will also be on board to talk about her life and career, the iconic moment she danced with Morecambe and Wise and her joyful Strictly experience. She might even show off a few of the moves that took her all the way to Blackpool!
Itinerary
Portsmouth
Embark Spirit of Adventure.
Depart 1700.
Spend the day at sea.
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See what we have to offer at sea.Malaga, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
A reflection of the many cultures which have intermingled in this port city over the centuries, Malaga boasts a wealth of historical sights. Chief among these are the imposing Moorish citadels of Alcazaba and its gardens, and the ruins of Gilfarbaro castle, as well as the Roman amphitheatre and Renaissance cathedral. Picasso, one of the city’s most famous sons, is celebrated at the Museu de Picasso in the artists’ quarter, which is also home to the Centre of Contemporary Arts as well as a host of smaller galleries and displays of street art.
Included excursion
Capture Malaga on an included panoramic drive.
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See what we have to offer at sea.Valletta, Malta
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Cruise into the Grand Harbour of Valletta, which is overlooked by forts built by the Knights of St John in the 16th century. The surrounding UNESCO-listed streets exude old-world charm at every turn. An included panoramic excursion will reveal more of the island's scenery.
Included excursion
Enjoy an included panoramic island tour.
Optional excursions
Visit the ‘Silent City’ of Mdina or even head underground to the Byzantine-era Catacombs of St Paul.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.Dubrovnik ⚓, Croatia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Known as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik is set within well-preserved 13th to 17th-century fortifications. Although earthquakes and civil war have shaken this once mighty city-state, it retains an abundance of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings many of which have been restored to their former glory. Within the historic walls, discover limestone streets lined with stone townhouses decorated with sprays of bougainvillaea. Highlights include St Blaise’s Church, the Onophrian Fountains and Sponza Palace, and a walk along the city walls which offer panoramic views.
Included excursion
Explore the coastal attractions on an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursions
For incredible panoramic views take a trip on the Dubrovnik cable car to the summit of Srd Hill, or visit the attractive harbour town of Cavtat.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.Split, Croatia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Set on the Adriatic’s Dalmatian Coast, Split’s UNESCO-listed historical centre is formed around the vast Diocletian’s Palace, named after the Roman emperor who built it towards the end of the third century. Set against a backdrop of architectural styles, including Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque, highlights include the ancient Temple of Jupiter, which became St John's Church, and the Archaeological Museum.
Included excursion
See more of picturesque Dalmatia on an included panoramic drive.
Optional excursions
Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO-listed town of Trogir.
Bari, Italy
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
The lively capital of Apulia has been an important port since Norman times. The cobbled streets of the old district are home to some of the city’s best sights, including the Basilica di San Nicola, a key pilgrimage site. Other note worthy attractions include the 12th-century Duomo and the 12th-century Norman-Swabian castle.
Kotor, Montenegro
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Kotor sits at head of the Bay of Kotor, a 17-mile long inlet which is surrounded by mountains and resembles a fjord. This petite medieval walled town is hemmed in by fortifications and contains four Romanesque churches and grand Venetian mansions that are listed by UNESCO. Seek out St Tryphon’s cathedral in the central square, Gothic Drago Palace and the Maritime Museum of Montenegro which documents the town’s seafaring past.
Optional excursions
Take in the old town of Perast and Lady of the Rocks island church or travel to coastal Budva, known for its medieval walled city.
Corfu, Greece
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
In Greek mythology, the island of Corfu provided a paradise to the shipwrecked hero Odysseus. For centuries it has attracted conquerors who made use of the landscape’s strategic topography, and holidaymakers who revel in the plentiful beaches and beautiful bays. Corfu Town, which is guarded on both sides by Venetian fortresses, has winding medieval lanes, a French-style arcade and the neoclassical Palace of St Michael and St George.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.Cagliari, Sardinia
Arrive 0900. Depart 1700.
Centuries-old Cagliari is a memorable sight to behold – especially when approaching by sea. Grand churches, watchtowers and shuttered townhouses that rise over the capital’s seven hills will be revealed on an included panoramic excursion. The cityscape is crowned by Il Castello, the medieval hilltop old town which is penned in by Pisan and Aragonese ramparts. Don’t miss the 13th-century cathedral and the five-mile-long sands of Poetto, a prime example of a Sardinian beach.
Included excursion
Grand churches, watchtowers and shuttered townhouses that rise over the capital’s seven hills will be revealed on an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursions
Visit the ancient ruins of Nora.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.Gibraltar
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Watching over the entrance to the Mediterranean, stands the unmistakable limestone Rock of Gibraltar. At its base lies Gibraltar which is connected to the end of the Iberian Peninsula by a sandy isthmus and offers an intriguing blend of British and Spanish culture. Discover Gibraltar’s Palladian architecture and typically British sights, such as red pillar boxes and familiar highstreet chains. Alternatively, visit the military museum or ascend the limestone monolith by cable car for panoramic views and to meet the mischievous Barbary macaques. From the top you can look out over two continents: Africa lies just 13 miles to the south, whilst Europe stretches to the north.
Optional excursions
Go in search of dolphins and other marine life in Gibraltar’s bay.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.Spend the day at sea.
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See what we have to offer at sea.Portsmouth
Arrive 0730.
Disembark Spirit of Adventure after breakfast.
from
£5,849 per person
Additional cabin discounts of up to...
- £500pp off Superior Cabins
- £1,150pp off Suite Cabins
- £400pp off Standard Cabins
- £1,000pp off Deluxe Cabins
22 nights
28th February 2025
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £87 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.
from
£5,849 per person
Additional cabin discounts of up to...
- £500pp off Superior Cabins
- £1,150pp off Suite Cabins
- £400pp off Standard Cabins
- £1,000pp off Deluxe Cabins
22 nights
28th February 2025
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £87 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.