ADRIATIC CRUISE ABOARD M/V ARION
A cultural tour of Slovenia, Croatia & Montenegro

The Adriatic is neither Italy nor the Balkans, it is neither the Mediterranean nor the Ionian – it is in fact all of it and a whole lot more. This 08 days cruise offers a tranquil and culturally very rich part of Europe (Slovenia, Croatia and Montenegro) that can be combined with some of the many East European land programs that we offer.

Day 01: SUN Arrive Koper (Slovenia)
We are welcomed at the airport and transferred to Port Koper. Embarkation starts at 4PM and ends at 10PM. Late evening, we start sailing towards
Overnight: M/v Arion (7 nights) (D)

Day 02: MON Zadar (Croatia)
Arrival Zadar, the oldest Slav city on the Adriatic. At one time it was a famed cultural center.  You have choice of one of two optional tours.
Optional tour to Plitvice National Park with breathtaking scenery of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. Plitvice is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Optional tour of Zadar includes the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Romanesque Cathedral of St. Anastasia, the Church of St. Donat, the Church of St. Mary and Benedictine Convent.
We resume sailing from Zadar at 8PM for Ploce. (B, L, D)

Day 03: TUE Ploce
Morning arrival in Ploce a large commercial port located in Central Dalmatia.
Optional tour to Mostar, a famous old city in Bosnia and Herzegovina where you will see the reconstructed old bridge built by during the Ottoman rule some 500 years ago.
At 230PM we start sailing for Korcula the birthplace of Marco Polo. You can visit the main square and see the Cathedral Square and nearby Marco Polo’s family house. Evening enjoy an optional performance of Moreska, the island’s unique version of Morris Dance.
Start sailing for Korucla at 11PM. (B, L, D)

Day 04: WED Kotor (Montenegro)
Morning arrival at Kotor, Montenegro. The Bay of Kotor and the old town of Kotor are both recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Optional tour to the former capital city of Cetinje or Montenegro’s Grand Tour of the Riviera. We start sailing for Albania at 1030PM. (B, L, D)

Day 05: THU Durres
Morning arrival at the port of Durres, the most important maritime gate of Albania. It is also well known for its nice Riviera. Optional tour to Tirana, the country’s capital city, only 40 kilometers away. Spend a full day discovering the city, including typical lunch in a local restaurant.
At 10:00 start sailing towards Dubrovnik. (B, L, D)

Day 06: FRI Dubrovnik
Arrive Dubrovnik in the morning. Entering the gates of this over 1000 years old architectural marvel is like a step back in time.
Optional tour: City tour includes the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. Also see the Dominican’s Monastery and Franciscan Monastery housing one of the oldest pharmacies in the world. Optional Folklore Performance. (B, L, D)

Day 07: SAT Split
Morning arrival in Split. Optional tour of Split features the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO world heritage sight. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, it’s Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral.
Optional tour to nearby Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather to study and paint here. Afternoon we sail back to Koper. (B, L, D)

Day 08: SUN Koper / departure
Morning arrival Koper and we disembark after breakfast. (B)

Departure Dates
2012 English Speaking Departures Please call for details - 1-800-663-0844 / 1-604-264-7378
Inclusions
Tour Price Includes Tour Price Does Not Include 7 nights aboard the M/V Arion Any airfares, visas, insurance Inside Cabin (Ocean/Main/Upper Deck – supplement for other categories available) Optional tours – paid locally Meal as mentioned (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Transfer on Day 08   Gratuities ($ 60 per person)   Port Taxes ($ 78 per person)
Tour Price
We accept payment in US $ (US Dollars), CA $ (Canadian Dollars) or equivalent EURO (for clients outside North America). Bestway Tours & Safaris offers conversion rate protection. Once full payment has been received, and no modification has been made to the tour itinerary, we will honour that rate. For complete payment procedures, please download Bestway_Payment_Info.pdf Note: to read this file you must have Adobe Acrobat.
Departure 2012 Double Occupancy Single Room Supplement Category 1 cabins Please call for details - 1-800-663-0844 / 1-604-264-7378 Supplements for upgrades on a person basis: Category 2 - Outside port-hole Ocean Deck Category 3 - Outside port-hole Main Deck Category 4 - Outside window Ocean Deck Category 5 - Outside window Promendade/Navigator Deck Category 6 – Superior window navigator Deck M/V Arion: Technical data: Length: 118 m Breadth: 16.50 m Draught: 5.26 m  Stabilizers Gross tonage: 5,888 Decks: 6 Cabins: 162 Crew: 130 Voltage: 220V Onboard Currency: Euro The ship is equipped with the latest in navigational and communication technology.
Estimated International Airfare - International airfare is NOT included in this tour
Canada - West Coast US $ 1300 USA - West Coast US $ 1100 Canada - East Coast US $ 1100 USA - East Coast US $ 900
Participants
Please call for details: 1-800-663-0844
Note:
Customised Itinerary If you would like to have a tour on dates other than the above ones or with a customised itinerary, please contact us and we will be happy to work out an exclusive program for you. Foreign Language Departures Please contact us for information on French, German, Italian and Spanish speaking departures. You may e-mail us at bestway@bestway.com or call us at 604.264.7378. Residents of U.S.A./Canada may call us toll free at 1.800.663.0844.