Day 1 UK to Pula to Rabac to Island of Cres

Fly to Pula and transfer to the port of Rabac (27 miles, 45 minutes) to board your ship, MV Dalmatia (3*).

Depart for Cres, which was formerly part of Mali Losinj until the Romans dug a channel to separate them! Covered with forests, olive trees and vineyards Cres is home to the rare griffon vulture.

Visit the harbour and Roman ruins of the town on an included walking tour. Enjoy a welcome drink and dinner. D

Day 2 Cres to Mali Losinj

After breakfast sail on to the island of Mali Losinj and join a guided walking tour of the town and visit to the Garden of Fine Scents. B, L

Day 3 Mali Losinj to Susak to Rab

Cruise to Susak, a small island famous for its yellow sandy beaches.

Continue to the island of Rab where you’ll moor overnight. B, L, D

Day 4 Rab

Join a walking tour of Rab's medieval town where you can admire Venetian architecture and perhaps, after lunch, take an optional island sightseeing tour of Rab and discover a unique and authentic side of this beautiful island. B, L

Day 5 Rab to St Grgur to Krk

Your cruise continues this morning with lunch on board at St Grgur followed by a short visit to the island and then a brief visit to Goli Otok island.

Continue to Krk. B, L, D

Day 6 Krk to Opatija

After breakfast join an included walking tour of the old town of Krk.

Afterwards transfer by coach to Vrbnik, one of the most famous Croatian villages, to tour a family-run winery and taste the local wine. Cruise to the Opatija Riviera on the mainland which is lined with luxurious villas and beautiful parks.

The popular spa resort of Opatija was a favourite with past royals, artists and politicians. Discover more about its illustrious past on a guided walking tour. B, L, D

Day 7 Opatija to Rabac

This morning perhaps take an optional bus tour to the Istrian Peninsula and a boat trip to visit the National Park Brijuni Islands.

The 14 islands are home to many rare plants and animals. Your optional excursion includes a visit to the ancient Roman amphitheatre at Pula.

Return to the ship for the Captain’s farewell dinner. Your ship moors overnight in Rabac. B, L, D

Day 8 Rabac to Pula to UK

Transfer to the airport (27 miles, 45 minutes) for your flight to the UK. B