Lovely trip, great staff, very comfortable cabins, good swimming opportunities, and a great way of meeting interesting and diverse people from all parts of the world. Thoroughly enjoyable and highly recommendable.
This itinerary gives you enough time to experience history or undertake your own explorations of medieval towns located on South Dalmatian islands and the Croatian mainland. And, don’t worry – you’ll have enough time to simply relax and go swimming. Most evenings you are left to your own devices to try some of the fantastic restaurants that line the harbours and ports of these beautiful old towns.
Embarking in historic Split, dominated by the ancient Diocletian's Palace, we cruise to Omis and the dramatic Pucisca (Excellent pizzas here). We then cruise to Hvar, a beautiful small medieval port town dominated by a small castle and with growing reputation for great restaurants.
The Blue Cave is a spectacular sea cave only accessible through a very small opening (we transfer to small boats for this) where the sunlight reflects off the sandy floor of the cave to illuminate the whole cave through an undersea opening. NB if the sea is rough we will not br able to enter the Blue cave.
Vis is yet another beautiful old port and the location of Mama Mia II. After Vis we cruise to Korcula, sometimes known as a mini Dubrovnik and the birth place of Marco Polo.
Next up is Mljet National Park, with 2 connected lakes on an island and a monastery on an island on the lake on the island! You can walk, cycle, kayak, swim or just take a boat across the lake to the monastery of St Mary.
After lunch we cruise to Slano, one of the most picturesque places on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beach, dense pine forest and olive groves, a long cultural tradition and numerous historical monuments.
Split & Dubrovnik
Mljet National Park & Bisevo Blue Cave
Korcula & Hvar
Swimming every day and eating ashore at night
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Captain Bota
| Length | 41 metres |
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Captain (or Kapetan) Bota has been completely refurbished (2025) and is now under new management. The new owners have changed the name of the ship to Elixir - Click here to see details of the Elixir Croatia cruise ship.
The modern Captain Bota is a very comfortable vessel specifically designed to cruise the Dalamatian Coast of Croatia. The 41 metre long vessel has 18 air conditioned cabins and she carries a maximum of just 40 passengers. There's plenty of space to relax on the deck, in the sun or in the shade, in the saloon or in the lounge, and the crew provide lovely meals with fresh local produce. You can swim from the swim platform every day and explore the towns and ports we visit in the afternoons and evenings.
Cabins
18 light airy cabins, 10 on deck and 8 lower deck, all with air conditioning and en-suite WC & shower. There is 1 triple cabin on each deck.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
Elixir
| Renovated | 2025 |
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| Max Passengers | 38 |
| Length | 40.6 Metres |
M/S Elixir is a 40 m long, 8 m wide deluxe ship purely designed to sail the Croatian Coast, being small enough to access the many small ports and harbours that dot this spectacular coastline. Elixir was completely renovated in 2025.
All guest cabins were completely renovated and are very comfortable, fully air-conditioned, with an independent ventilation system and have modern private ensuites with toilet and shower.
All cabins are equipped with beds 200×80 cm or 200×160 cm, satellite LCD TV, table and chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hairdryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe and luggage space under bed, as well as the latest safety and fire alarm and sound system for notification of a cruise manager or group leader.
Main Deck Cabins -
Cabins on the Main deck can be twin, double or triple bedded. There is one window in each cabin, which can be opened a little. There is individually controlled air conditioning, TV with satellite, a wardrobe, hairdryer, a safe deposit box with key, and enough space for your luggage under the bed. The cabins are equipped with their own private bathroom, including wc, shower, wash basin and bathroom necessities. Cabin sizes: 10-12 m2.
Lower Deck Cabin -
Cabins on the lower deck can be twin, double or triple bedded. There are two portholes in each cabin, which cannot be opened. There is individually controlled air conditioning, TV with satellite, a wardrobe, hairdryer, a safe deposit box with key, and enough space for your luggage under the bed. The cabins are equipped with their own private bathroom, including wc, shower, wash basin and bathroom necessities. Cabin sizes: 11-13 m2.
Restaurant -
The fully air- conditioned salon-restaurant is on the upper deck, with separate bar and lounge area, big screen LCD TV, corner table for buffet breakfast, wireless internet, loud speakers and audio-system for announcements by the Captain or cruise manager, and beautiful large windows.
Terrace/Lobby Bar -
Outside and fully covered, the completely renovated terrace has a sitting area, tables and chairs.
Sun Deck -
The sun deck that covers 250 m2 with sunbeds for passengers, while part of a sun deck is shaded for clients’ comfort. Here you can enjoy a Rooftop Jacuzzi.
Swimming Platform -
Elixir has a bplatform for swimming, with 2 ladders with handholds for easy access to the water and two outdoor showers and public toilets. There are a lot of swim stops in the itinerary so you can enjoy swimming in beautiful Adriatic sea and discover secluded beaches.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
Invictus
| Launched | 2020/2021 |
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| Length | 40 metres |
| Cabins | 18 |
Built for the cruise season 2020, M/S Invictus boasts the latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, guaranteeing an intimate cruise for all the guests.
Public areas include an extra-large fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant on the upper deck with separate bar and lounge area, big screen LCD TV, corner table for buffet breakfast, wireless Internet, loud-speakers and audio-system for announcements by Captain or cruise manager, along with beautiful large windows for complete passenger’s satisfaction. Outside, you’ll find a fully covered terrace with sitting area, tables and chairs that can be closed with removable plastic windows in a rare case of winds.
On the top deck, all the passengers can relax on the 390m2 sun deck with sunbeds. The sundeck is partly shaded for clients’ comfort. Here you can also enjoy our elegant Rooftop Jacuzzi, designed to ensure an unforgettable cruise.
All guest cabins are very comfortable and fully air-conditioned, with an independent ventilation system enabling fresh air all the time. Each cabin is conveniently designed as a modern private ensuite, with both toilet and shower in the cabin.
Cabins are equipped with the following amenities: independent air conditioning control board, satellite LCD TV, designed wallboards, work table and chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hairdryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe cabinet, luggage space under bed, as well as with the latest safety and fire alarm systems, along with a sound system for notifications from a cruise manager or a group leader.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
San Spirito
| Length | 41 metres |
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| Capacity | 37 |
MS San Spirito is 41,40m long and 8,20 wide luxury yacht-like ship that will satisfy your refined expectations for a comfortable cruise along the Croatian Coast. Built for the 2020 season with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, guaranteeing intimate cruise for all guests. Closed Circuit Video surveillance, complete navigation equipment, fire alarm, smoke detectors, life rafts and tenders are there for your personal safety. Modern non-smoking double or twin cabins are fully equipped with A/C, safe deposit box, Wi-Fi, Sat TV, fire alarm, smoke detectors, Shower, WC and bathroom toiletries, hair dryer, lifejackets, luggage space under the bed, cupboard & wardrobe cabinet with window or porthole.
Extra-large fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant on the upper deck, with separate bar and lounge area, big screen LCD TV, corner table for buffet breakfast, Wireless Internet, loud-speakers and audio-system for announcements by Captain or cruise manager, beautiful large windows for complete passenger’s satisfaction.
Outside fully covered terrace with sitting area, tables and chairs that can be closed with removable plastic windows (in case of winds) that are usually open for a breathtaking “sea view”. Ship has a platform for swimming, 2 ladders with handholds for an easy access to the water and two outdoor showers and public toilettes.
On the high deck is a sun deck that covers 340 m2 with sun-beds for passengers, while part of a sun deck is shaded for clients’ comfort. Here you can enjoy our Rooftop Jacuzzi designed to ensure an unforgettable cruise.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
Splendid
| Built: | 2014 |
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| Length | 39 metres |
| Width | 8 metres |
Small cruise ship M/S SPLENDID was built in the Split shipyard in 2014 according to new EU standards. With its perfect size, maneuvering abilities and its elegant 19 cabins our newly built, yacht-like ship will satisfy your refined expectations for a comfortable cruise along the Adriatic Coast.
Construction material is steel with mahogany and iroko wood.
She has 19 spacious cabins with private facilities and air-conditioning providing accommodation for up to maximum 38+4 persons. Experienced crew of 6 will make your cruise unforgettable.
Passenger cabins are situated on three decks while crew members are accommodated in separate quarters. All guest cabins are very comfortable, fully air conditioned and conveniently designed with modern private en suites, toilet and shower in cabin.
Cabins are equipped with beds in size 200×80 cm or 200×170 cm with wooden wallboards, working table, chair, mirror, night lamps, safe deposit box, radio, hair dryer, 220 V electric supply, lifejacket, wardrobe and luggage space under bed, as well as the latest safety and fire alarm.
Standard cabins have porthole and dual ventilation system (one in bathroom and one in cabin) while main and upper deck cabins have two windows, smaller in bathroom and larger cabin window. Cabins are sound-proof and have fire-proof door.
Mostly all of the cabins have possibility to have twin or double bed configuration.
Splendid was built and launched under the Croatian flag in 2014 with two engines + two generators for Air-condition system and 220 Volts with standard cruising speed of 9 knots.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
Includes
• English speaking cruise manager on board
• 7 crew members
• 7 nights cruise in a preferred category cabin
• Complimentary fresh fruit available daily
• Welcome dinner with 3 courses
• Buffet breakfast daily
• 6 lunches with 3 courses
• Captain’s dinner
• Professional English speaking guide for the City Tours of Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik (with transfers)
• Wireless headset system for sightseeing
• Towels changed every second day & linen changed in the middle of the week
• Beach towel
• Daily cabin cleaning service
• Water dispenser
• Free unlimited Wi-Fi on board
• CCTV Security Cameras on board
• Elegance Rooftop Jacuzzi (Sun Deck)
Excludes
• Optional Vis Island Tour excursion
• Port and tourist taxes and fees, € 50,00 per person/per week, to be paid on board in cash
• Entrance fees to Biševo Blue cave
• Entrance fees to Mljet National Park
• Private car transfers can be organized
Croatia Island Hopping Cruise from Split to Dubrovnik
Excellent week cruise, all arranged for you
Everything was great; good variety of stops, Excellent food, Lovely staff
10/10 !
