Spezialist für Ihren Urlaub in Kroatien seit 1923
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Cruising with vintage sailing ships along the southern Dalmatia and Montenegro coastline
KL7: Dubrovnik - Zaton Veliki - Montenegro (Perast) - Kotor - Šućurac/Slano -
Korčula - Šipan luka - Dubrovnik
Sunday: DUBROVNIK - ZATON VELIKI
Boarding in Dubrovnik (port Gruz) 11:30 am - 01:00 pm. Depart for Zaton Veliki, quaint fishing villages north of Dubrovnik situated in an isolated inlet. Before docking at Zaton Veliki, we drop anchor in a cove on the Elafitis for our first swim. Air flown guests arriving later, transfer to Zaton and they are expected to come aboard in the evening.
Monday: ZATON VELIKI- MONTENEGRO (PERAST)
After breakfast and customs, we raise anchor and leave Croatian waters in the direction of Montenegro*. Entering Kotor Bay, which is surrounded by high mountains and has the remarkable depth, following passport control in Zelenika we continue and reach the islet of Gospa od Skrpjela. The church of Our Lady of Skrpjeli (Lady of the Rock), patroness of seamen and fishermen, was built in 1630 in the baroque style on an artificially formed islet, in front of Perast in Boka Kotorska Bay. According to folk tradition, Perastan fishermen found an icon of mother of God with Christ, which served as a motiv for construction of temple. The focal point inside the church is a marble shrine, built by Antonio Capelano, sculptor from Genoa, in 1796. On the shrine there is the renowned icon of Our Lady of Skrpjeli showing the Madona with Christ, painted by the famous painter Lovro Dobricevic in the middle of the 15th century.
If the weather permits, overnight in Perast - a sleepy baroque place near Kotor situated at the foot of St. Elijah Hill (873 m), opposite the narrow Verige strait, where the innermost bays of Risan and Kotor converge. The most beautiful buildings of this small city were built in the 17th and 18th centuries. At that time seafaring was growing and captains built magnificent villas that even today capture you with their beauty.
*(In case of bad weather or unforseen circumstaincies, Generalturist reserves the right to dock in Cavtat or other port from where the guests will have organised transfer to Montenegro).
Tuesday: PERAST - KOTOR
We continue our cruise through the bay of Kotor, a city of traders and famous sailors, with many stories to tell. Kotor is celebrated for its impressive 5 km/3 m walls (sometimes as high as 20 m/66 FT!) surrounding the triangle shaped city center and mountain Sveti Ivan (260m/853 FT). The Old City of Kotor is a well preserved urbanization typical of the middle Ages, built between the 12th and 14th century. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made Kotor a UNESCO listed “World Natural and Historical Heritage Site". Through the entire city the buildings are criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares. One of these squares contains the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, a monument of Roman culture and one of the most recognizable symbols of the city. The Church of Saint Luke (Sveti Luka) from the 13th century, Church of Saint Ana (Sveta Ana) from the 12th century, Church of Saint Mary (Sveta Marija) from the 13th century, Church of the Healing Mother of God (Gospe od Zdravlja) from the 15th century, the Prince’s Palace from the 17th century and the Napoleon’s Theatre from the 19th century are all treasures that are part of the rich heritage of Kotor.
For those who are willing to explore Kotor, and to learn more of the „country of black mountains“, we offer an optional comprehensive full day bus tour, that includes Lovcen from where one has a breathtaking view over the entire Kotor bay; a stop for brunch in the village Njegusi, known for its excellent prosciutto which when accompanied with goat cheese, fresh homemade bread and the famous Vranac red wine makes a delicious regional meal; the trip continues toward Cetinje, former capital of Montenegro and formerly the seat of the Montenegrin kings; visit to the castle of King Nikola (currently a museum) whose influence and diplomatic relations led him to be known as ‘European son in law’ enabling him to marry his beautiful daughters into royal courts; the bus will drive further towards the coast with a short photo stop at Sveti Stefan island - in ancient times a pirate nest, now an exclusive hotel - reaching Budva, the most important holiday destination on the Montenegrin coast - meticulously rebuild and restored (end '80's) after an earthquake in 1979. We return to the boat around 20.00 and stay the night onboard in Kotor.
Wednesday: KOTOR - ŠIPAN (Šućurac)/SLANO
After passport formalities we leave Montenegro for a fourhour sail to Cavtat. Later we will enjoy a swim in the bay before we sail ahead to the Elafiten islands. We stay the night over at Šipan (Šućurac) the biggest island of Elafiti (or Slano on the coats in case of bed weather).
Thursday: ŠIPAN/SLANO - KORČULA
After breakfast we depart toward Korčula-the birthplace of Marco Polo, through the channel between NP Mljet and Pelješac penninsula. Lunch onboard near Lumbarda (part of Korčula) having enough time to relax and refresh in the clean, crystal blue sea. Arrival to Korčula port in the afternoon for individula sightseeing. Korcula, often called “Little Dubrovnik” because of its fortresses, has one of the most beautiful historical spots on Dalmatia. During ancient times the island was known as “Black Island” owing to the thick pine forests that practically cover the entire island. According to the legend Korčula was found by Trojan hero Anthenor in the 12th century BC. On the island you can find more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else along the coastline.
Friday: KORČULA - MLJET - ŠIPAN (port Šipan)
After breakfats we set sail for Pomena on the island of Mljet. A part of the island Mljet has been declared a National Park - two saltwater lakes that are only connected to the sea by a single narrow canal. In the middle of the large lake, inside the National Park, one can visit an old abbey and church, or just use a small boat or bicycle to roam around the National Park. Later we leave for Šipan (port of Šipan) where we will stay over the night.
Saturday: ŠIPAN - DUBROVNIK
After breakfast we depart for Dubrovnik, which will be the highlight of our cruise. There will be time just for a short swim. Enjoy the beautiful sights of nature along the way towards “the heaven on earth” -according to the famous writer George Bernard Shaw. We will arrive to Dubrovnik in the afternoon. Take a walk through STRADUN - both a street and a square, a promenade inside the city walls. For those of you with more enthusiasm we recommend a walk on top of the 1940m long city walls! Overnight in the GRUZ port of this magical town.
Sunday: DUBROVNIK
After breakfast you will say goodbye to the crew and fellow passengers.
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