CROATIA PORTS & CITIES
CROATIA PORTS & CITIES
| Dubrovnik | Hvar | Korcula | Split |
| Zadar |
Dubrovnik
Black Sea Cruise to Dubrovnik, The Jewel of the Dalmatian Coast - Croatia
Surrounded by ninth-century walls that rise steeply from the water's edge, a cruise to Dubrovnik will take you to one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe. Within the ancient fortifications is a maze of narrow alleyways and a striking Renaissance boulevard called the "Stradun"
Hvar
Black Sea Cruise to Historic Hvar, Where Terracotta Tiled Houses Cling to the Lush Hillside - Croatia
It's easy to see why Hvar is such a popular town to cruise to on this beautiful Dalmatian Riviera island, where terracotta tiled houses cling to the lush hillside rising from the pretty yacht-filled harbour. The area is rich in history and known for its medieval architecture. Take in the incredible views over Hvar and the surrounding islands from the 16th century Fortica Fortress. Or visit the cathedral dedicated to St Stephen and the Bishop's Palace, which forms one side of St Stephen's square. The Franciscan monastery, founded in 1461, is home to an intriguing museum and also well worth investigating. The area benefits from the Mediterranean climate known as 'the climate of the olive tree'. As a result it enjoys a characteristic clear blue sky for the majority of the year, so you may just want to watch the world go by from one of Hvar's many open-air cafés.
Korcula
Black Sea Cruise to the Croatian Island of Korcula is a Must-See for any Traveller
Cruise to the reputed birthplace of that great explorer Marco Polo, Korcula. Its medieval Old Town, which juts out into Dalmatian archipelago between Dubrovnik and Split, is surrounded by 14th century stone walls and contains a succession of narrow streets that branch off the spine of the main thoroughfare like a fish bone, designed to cut down on the impact of sun and wind to provide citizens with comfortable and sheltered accommodation. It also helps visitors stay cool in the heat of the summer sun. A fascinating place to explore, the Old Town also has numerous gothic, renaissance and baroque palaces, monuments and galleries.
Split
Black Sea Cruise to Split, and Visit One of the Best-Preserved Roman Palaces in Europe - Croatia
Cruise the sparkling Dalmatian coast, to the medieval Croatian port of Split. Split faces the myriad magical islands of the Kornati archipelago which include Brac, Hvar and Vis. Face the other way across Split's waterfront and you will see Diocletian's Palace, one of the best-preserved Roman palaces in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The pedestrianised centre of Split is easy to walk around. Wander around its huddle of alleys and piazzas and then, for a great view, climb the exposed steps to the top of the 200ft-high cathedral bell tower. Sip a drink at one of the many cafés along the seafront Riva or pop into a Konoba (wine cellar) to sample the excellent locally produced reds and whites. Culinary specialities include smoke and wind dried ham, stewed beef with noodles and delicious lamb dishes. Just three miles from Split are the ruins of ancient Salona, once capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia.
Zadar
Black Sea Cruise to Zadar, One of the Adriatic's Most Historically Interesting Towns - Croatia
Cruise to central Dalmatia to Zadar, one of the Adriatic's most historically interesting towns with a wealth of sightseeing and exciting nightlife. Zadar was founded by the Romans, attacked by the Turks, ruled by the Austrians and made part of Italy until 1943 when the Germans moved in. Allied bombing destroyed much of the historic centre which was rebuilt after the war only to suffer more attacks by Yugoslav forces in 1991. In recent years Zadar has undergone a startling revival. Cafes and bars are filled, museums and churches have been restored and tourists pour in to take boats to nearby islands.
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