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This guided hiking tour in Dalmatia starts on Hvar Island and
ends on Brač Island, both stunning places. During your tour, you
will explore amazing coastlines, towns and old villages. You will
hike the historic islands and explore Mljet National Park, climb
some high peaks and relax on the beaches, eat delicious local food
and try robust, local wines.
Island Hopping Dalmatia Departures on: May 11th & September
14th 2019
Dalmatia
Croatia is incredibly beautiful, full of rich history,
Mediterranean vegetation and mild climate. Without doubt, one of
the finest ways of exploring it is on foot.
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Saturday Day 1 (L) Omiš HIKE: Omiš - Fortica – Omiš Length: 4 km
Duration: 1,5 h Total ascend: 330 m Highest point: 301 m Difficulty
level: 3/5 Check-in and departure at 13h. Lunch during the journey
to Omiš and time to meet fellow passengers and the crew. Upon
arrival in Omiš, walk tour to the Fortica fortress above town which
is located on the top of Omiš Dinara. That was an important
position for pirates because they could control the huge area on
the sea and on the mainland. You can see the whole city, the canyon
of Cetina river as well as the islands Brač, Hvar and Šolta. Return
to Omiš and overnight. Sunday (B, D) Makarska HIKE: Vošac - Sveti
Jure – Voša Length: 11 km Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 550 m
Highest point: 1762 m Difficulty level: 3/5 Breakfast during sail
from Omiš to Makarska with panoramic cruise at the foot of the
mountain Biokovo - the biggest, the hardest and the most beautiful
mountain in Dalmatia. After arrival to Makarska, transfer to the
mountain hut 'Pod Vošcem' where starts our hiking tour to the
highest peak of Biokovo, and at the same time the second highest
Croatian peak - Sveti Jure (1762 m). In the close vicinity of the
hut is the peak Vošac (1422 m) with beautiful and unforgettable
views on the whole Makarska riviera, Omiš, Split and also the
island of Brač, Hvar, Korčula, Lastovo and Pelješac peninsula. We
continue further, a little uphill then little downhill and so on to
the mountain hut. There is a telecommunication tower in the
vicinity as well as the peak Sveti Jure, but the climb to the top
is secured by rope. After relaxing and enjoying the view to the
mainland, the sea and the islands, we go the same way back to the
mountain hut and further with transfer to Makarska.
Monday (B, L, CD) Mljet Length: 13 km Duration: 3,5 h Total
ascend: 350 m Highest point: 235 m Difficulty level: 2/5 Morning
sail towards the lush green island of Mljet. Breakfast during
cruise and enjoy the views of Hvar island, Pelješac peninsula and
Korčula island. Arrival to Pomena, lunch on board and afternoon
walking tour on National park Mljet, the oldest National park on
the Mediterranean. Entrance fee to be paid on the spot approx. 17
EUR per person. The main reason why Mljet is proclaimed national
park is definitely its two connected salt water lakes, rich
flora and a unique appearance of the coast, cliffs, rocks and
numerous islets. Hike tour to the peak Montokuc (235m) with the
wonderful view of the whole Mljet archipelago and neighboring
islands. In return, refreshment in salt lakes. Possibility of
Captain's dinner on board. Overnight in Pomena. Legend: B –
breakfast, L – lunch, D - dinner
ITINERARY:
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SWIMMING BREAKS: In good weather and depending on timing we will
have regular stops for swimming while the ship anchors in secluded
bays approximately 20-30 meters from the beach or after the hike
before departure to next island.
HIKE ROUTE: The length of the daily hiking routes is estimated
and informative and depends of various detours or short cuts that
can be done on route. Sailing and hiking routes may be changed on
the spot due to weather conditions and capability of the respective
hikers on board. Departure depends on the program.
FOOD: Continental breakfast, lunch or lunch package (depending
of the daily program) and dinner on board. During our hiking
routes, we will recommend stops at local restaurants where you can
sample the local specialties. These meals are not included in the
price of the trip but are paid by the customers.
ENTRANCE TICKETS to Mljet National Park and Dragon Cave are not
included in price.
NOTES:
Walk & hike cruise with professional guide; recommended
hiking equipment (hiking shoes, backpack, extra clothes, rain/sun
protection)
Participant agrees to abide to the decisions and instructions
given by the guide who reserves the right in changing the itinerary
according to weather conditions
Tuesday (B, D) HIKE: Orebić - Sveti Ilija – Orebić Length: 16 km
Duration: 6 h Total ascend: 1100 m Highest point: 960 m Difficulty
level: 4/5 Before breakfast, cruise towards Pelješac peninsula with
the dominant peak of Sveti Ilija (960m). Start of hiking tour from
Orebić. Easy climbing to Ruskovići village and then further by a
well-built and well-kept hiking path. The trail goes through a pine
forest, but also some parts are very steep so caution is necessary.
After approx. 3 hours of hiking we reach the peak, which is one of
the widest and the most beautiful viewpoint in Croatian mountains.
Descend to Orebić taking less steep path with a wonderful view of
archipelago of Korčula town. Arrival to Orebić, boarding the ship
and short cruise to Korčula town. Dinner on board and overnight.
Wednesday (B, L) HIKE: Vela Luka - Hum - Vela spilja - Vela Luka
Length: 10 km Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 480 m Highest point:
376 m Difficulty level: 2/5 Breakfast during sail from Omiš to
Makarska with panoramic cruise at the foot of the mountain Biokovo
- the biggest, the hardest and the most beautiful mountain in
Dalmatia. After arrival to Makarska, transfer to the mountain hut
'Pod Vošcem' where starts our hiking tour to the highest peak of
Biokovo, and at the same time the second highest Croatian peak -
Sveti Jure (1762 m). In the close vicinity of the hut is the peak
Vošac (1422 m) with beautiful and unforgettable views on the whole
Makarska riviera, Omiš, Split and also the island of Brač, Hvar,
Korčula, Lastovo and Pelješac peninsula. We continue further, a
little uphill then little downhill and so on to the mountain hut.
There is a telecommunication tower in the vicinity as well as the
peak Sveti Jure, but the climb to the top is secured by rope. After
relaxing and enjoying the view to the mainland, the sea and the
islands, we go the same way back to the mountain hut and further
with transfer to Makarska.
Thursday (B, D) HIKE: Sveta Nedilja - Sveti Nikola - Stari Grad
Length: 15 km Duration: 6 h Total ascend: 680 m Highest point: 628
m Difficulty level: 4/5 Breakfast and cruise to the longest
Croatian island - Hvar. Arrival to Sveta Nedija village, disembark
from the ship and start of hiking tour to Saint Nicholas (628m),
the highest peak of the island. Ascend by road and then macadam
path through the numerous vineyards. There is a cross at the edge
of the cliff and the neighboring chapel of Saint Nicholas after
which the name of the peak comes from. Descend to the other side of
the island by less steep path, towards Stari Grad. We go through
Stari Grad field - well preserved ancient land division which dates
from Greek times. There is a system of paths and plots. Dinner on
board and overnight in the harbor of Stari Grad.
Friday (B, L) HIKE: Bol - Vidova gora - Bol Length: 12 km
Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 850 m Highest point: 780 m Difficulty
level: 3/5 Last active day in the week we start with sailing from
Stari Grad to Bol with the goal of conquering the highest peak of
all Adriatic islands - Vidova gora (780m). Breakfast during sail.
We start hike tour in Bol. Paved road through the place and then
the attractive built hiking path to the plateau of Vidova gora.
Arrival to the top with the stunning view of neighboring island of
Hvar, also to Vis, Korčula and Pelješac but also towards the world
famous beach The Golden Horn. After relax time, descend the same
way back to Bol, boarding the ship and cruise towards Split during
lunch. Free afternoon for exploring the town of Diocletian.
Overnight in Split. Saturday (B) Breakfast and disembarkation.
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DATES & PRICES 2019
WALK & HIKE DALMATIA Departures from SPLIT Saturdays at
13:00h / check in from 11.00 h, check out till 09:00h PRICE PER
PERSON in DBL/TWN CABINS IN EUR 7 nights / 8 days with continental
breakfast, lunch OR lunch package and dinner on board, a liter of
water per person daily, free Wifi
DEPARTURE DATES
B D
May 11th Sep 14th
WALK & HIKE
TRADITIONAL UPPER/MAIN DECK 435 530
TRADITIONAL LOWER DECK 415 480
OBLIGATORY SUPPLEMENT VISITOR’S TAX & PORT FEES To be paid
on the spot: EUR 40. - per person per week
SHIP CABIN TYPE DESCRIPTIONS UPPER/MAIN DECK CABINS ARE
ALLOCATED ACCORDING TO AVAILABILITY! Lower deck cabins are in the
hull of the ship below the main deck.
TRADITIONAL Wooden ships, cabins with washbasin and bunk beds.
Shared showers/toilettes, air-conditioned salon, cabins have no
A/C. Included services: Continental breakfast, lunch OR lunch
package and dinner on board, liter of water per person daily, free
WiFi
REDUCTIONS & SUPPLEMENTS Triple Share Cabin Adults on 3rd
bed in a triple cabin – 30%
Child Discount Children under 10 years – 50%
Single Use Cabin 50% surcharge on twin share price. Avoid by
sharing. (limited number of single cabins without supplement
available)
OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (net) Dinner supplement EUR 115.- per
person/week, min. 10 pax required.
English breakfast supplement EUR 40.- per week - incl. 2 eggs,
bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar
(regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise
includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a
variety of spreads - butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; daily
additions such as ham and cheese or boiled eggs, frankfurters,
salami etc.).
Captain’s dinner EUR 25.- vessel’s speciality served (choice of
fish or meat menu)
Wedding renewal or other occasional / special day celebration
package
EUR 150.- per couple – includes renewal ceremony performed by
the captain, certificate, champagne, gift
Baby chair or baby cot rental EUR 50.- per week (to be paid on
the spot)
Daily cabin cleaning EUR 15.- per person per week - daily cabin
servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek (to be ordered in
advance)
Parking Possible from EUR 10. – 15. - daily
Airport transfers various airport possibilities (Zagreb,
Trieste, Ljubljana, Venice) – price on request; FREE local
transfers from Opatija hotels to Opatija port.
Pre/post cruise accommodation Available on request - villas,
hotels, private accommodation, hostels...
Ferry tickets Cabins, seats or deck, available for coastal &
international ferry connections
Extra towels Guests will be provided with two towels for
personal use per week. Extra towels can be rented for EUR 3.- &
beach towels EUR 5.- per week/towel. Katarina Line beach towel can
be purchased on arrival for EUR 10.-
OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (net)
Bike rental EUR 100.- per person/week, E-bike rental: EUR 150.-
per person/week
Saddle bags rental EUR 12.- per person/week
Dinner supplement EUR 115.- per person/week, min. 10 pax
required.
English breakfast supplement EUR 40.- per week - incl. 2 eggs,
bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar
(regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise
includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a
variety of spreads - butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; daily
additions such as ham and cheese or boiled eggs, frankfurters,
salami etc.).
Captain’s dinner EUR 25.- vessel’s speciality served (choice of
fish or meat menu)
Wedding renewal or other occasional / special
day celebration package EUR 150.- per couple – includes renewal
ceremony performed by the captain, certificate, champagne, gift
Baby chair or baby cot rental EUR 50.- per week (to be paid on
the spot)
Daily cabin cleaning EUR 15.- per person per week - daily cabin
servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek (to be ordered in
advance)
Parking Possible from EUR 10. – 15. - daily
Airport transfers various airport possibilities (Zagreb,
Trieste, Ljubljana, Venice) – price on request; FREE local
transfers from Opatija hotels to Opatija port.
Pre/post cruise accommodation Available on request - villas,
hotels, private accommodation, hostels...
Ferry tickets Cabins, seats or deck, available for coastal &
international ferry connections
OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (net)
Bike rental EUR 100.- per person/week, E-bike rental: EUR 150.-
per person/week
Saddle bags rental EUR 12.- per person/week
Dinner supplement EUR 115.- per person/week, min. 10 pax
required.
English breakfast supplement EUR 40.- per week - incl. 2 eggs,
bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar
(regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise
includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a
variety of spreads - butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; daily
additions such as ham and cheese or boiled eggs, frankfurters,
salami etc.).
Captain’s dinner EUR 25.- vessel’s speciality served (choice of
fish or meat menu)
Wedding renewal or other occasional / special
day celebration package EUR 150.- per couple – includes renewal
ceremony performed by the captain, certificate, champagne, gift
Baby chair or baby cot rental EUR 50.- per week (to be paid on
the spot)
Daily cabin cleaning EUR 15.- per person per week - daily cabin
servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek (to be ordered in
advance)
Parking Possible from EUR 10. – 15. - daily
Airport transfers various airport possibilities (Zagreb,
Trieste, Ljubljana, Venice) – price on request; FREE local
transfers from Opatija hotels to Opatija port.
Pre/post cruise accommodation Available on request - villas,
hotels, private accommodation, hostels...
Ferry tickets Cabins, seats or deck, available for coastal &
international ferry connections
Traditional typical cabin
* Walk & hike cruise with professional guide. Recommended
equipment hiking shoes, backpack, extra clothes, rain/sun
protection. * Participant agrees to abide to the decisions and
instructions given by the guide who reserves the right in changing
the itinerary according to weather conditions
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Payment: Reservation fee of EUR 150 per person Remainder latest
one month prior to arrival
Conditions & Cancellation policy: The Captain reserves the
right in changing the route in case of bad weather conditions All
Katarina Line cruise departures are guaranteed, however if less
than 10 participants are booked, Katarina line reserves the
right in cancelling the departure and changing the ship name if
the need arises. Guests are obliged to follow the ship rules and
regulations found in written form onboard especially in regards to
bringing drinks
on board. In case of inappropriate behavior Katarina
Line/captain reserves the right in asking clients to disembark
Cancellation conditions: From the day of confirmation up till 30
days prior to arrival – advance payment (EUR 150 per person) -
non-refundable 29-22 days – 25% of the remaining balance 21-15 days
– 50% of the remaining balance 14-0 days – 100% fee Name change /
date change fee – EUR 20 per person (valid only if the change is
done up till 30 days prior booked departure,
otherwise regular cancellation clause will be applied)
Katarina line highly recommends clients to take insurance
against cancellation of reserved services! Katarina line offers a
complete travel insurance package (travel health insurance,
personal accident insurance, private liability, luggage insurance
& trip cancellation). Additional information about travel
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Due to specific mooring conditions and requirements in some
Croatian ports, Katarina Line ships are moored side by side, making
it necessary for the clients to cross from one ship to another with
gaps in between ships in order to get to the shore. In such cases
clients need to take special care when crossing and do this at
their own risk. Crew assistance will be given to those needing and
requesting it.
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conditions as well as conditions in the ports visited. The order of
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ADD ON ideas Add a land program to your cruise: SPLIT GATEWAY,
ITALIAN GATEWAY, LAKES & MEDITERRANEAN HARMONY,
MEDUGORJE_PILGRIMAGE
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS PLITVICE LAKES FROM SPLIT Full day Visit the
famous Plitvice Lakes, sixteen lakes with crystal clear water
connected by magnificent waterfalls. Pure nature, mountain forests
and fresh air. One of the most beautiful national parks in Croatia,
and a UNESCO site. A full day tour, starting early in the morning
and returning just in time for dinner. Included: Coach transfer,
guide, entrance to the park with boat and train ride in the park).
Recommended: Comfortable walking shoes
Departure: 07:30h Return: 19:00h Price: 95.- from Split
KRKA WATERFALLS FROM SPLIT Full day After a guided tour of
Šibenik, the oldest Croatian town on the Adriatic coast, excursion
continues to Krka waterfalls to explore amazing natural
surroundings. Included: Coach transfer, guided tour of Šibenik,
entrance fee to Krka national park, boat ride, guided walking tour
of national park Krka. Recommended: Comfortable walking shoes,
bathing suit
Departure: 07:00h Return: 18:00h Price: 60.-
WINE TASTING IN BOL, HVAR, KORČULA, VIS 1 hour Get your taste
buds working and try Dalmatian wine sorts on different islands.
Included: wine tasting
Departure: Anytime Price: 20.- per tasting
SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR 2 to 3 hours Paddle in your kayak from one
inlet to another, from one island to another in less than ten
minutes and explore the beauty of nature and its creations. Pakleni
islands is a group of 14 islets and rocks dispersed in front of the
town of Hvar, who got their name by the tar used to preserve wooden
boats.Included: group kayaking tour, guide, equipment
Departure: Anytime Minimum pax: 10 Price: 35.-
MOSTAR FROM SPLIT Full day Experience Bosnia and Herzegovina's
most beautiful town, view the iconic 'Stari Most'/Old Bridge,
discover Ottoman and Turkish history. Included: Coach transfer with
a tour leader, guided tour. Recommended: Passport required.
Split Departure: 07:00h Return: 20:00h Minimum pax: 10 Price:
68.- from Split
VILLAGE DINNER EXPERIENCE FROM KORČULA 3 to 4 hours Try typical
Dalmatian dinner in small village near Korčula and learn about the
history and traditional way of living. Included: return transfer to
village, walking tour, demonstration of traditional pasta making,
welcome drink, dinner
Departure: Anytime after 18:00h Minimum pax: 5 Price: 35.-
Optional sightseeing in following towns (min 10 pax
required):
Hvar, Korčula - EUR 10,- per person per tour. OPTIONAL:
Headphones for walking tours, to be ordered in advance: 10 EUR per
person per week
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