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Discover the influence of Roman, Greek, Byzantine, Slavic, and Venetian civilizations on this eight-night, deluxe small ship cruise from Dubrovnik, Croatia to Venice, Italy. Call at historic Hvar and visit St. Stephen’s Square; experience Korcula, birthplace of Marco Polo; and hunt for truffles in Pula. Visit iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the 7th-century walled city of Dubrovnik; old town Kotor; the 4th-century Palace of Diocletian in Split.
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- $7,495
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- Trip Type
- Group Travel Tour, International Ocean & Sea Voyages
- Departure Dates
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Jun 11, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Dubrovnik, Croatia
June 9 to 12 (Program Begins: June 10)
Start your journey early with two nights in Dubrovnik, Croatia, an ancient walled city brimming with medieval churches, graceful fountains and squares designed for people-watching. Discover the history of this UNESCO
World Heritage Site on excursions that highlight the city’s unique history and heritage, plus enjoy ample free time to make your own discoveries. Accommodations are for two nights at the Hotel Excelsior.
Price per person, based on double occupancy: $1,545
Price per person, based on single occupancy: $2,545
Venice, Italy
June 20 to 22 (Program Ends: June 22)
Extend your immersion in ancient civilizations with a two-night tour of Venice, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Doge’s Palace and the opulent Basilica di San Marco. Enjoy a traditional gondola ride along the
Grand Canal, passing the most iconic sites of Venice. Visit the charming archipelago of Burano with time at leisure to explore. Accommodations are for two nights in the ideally located Starhotels Splendide Venice.
Price per person, based on double occupancy: $1,795
Price per person, based on single occupancy: $2,695
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John Meffert
John Meffert, consultant on Heritage Conservation Services, has a long tradition with the National Trust. He has served as the Director for our Southern Office and was the director of the Preservation Society of Charleston, the oldest nonprofit organization in the United States, responsible for preserving the historic resources of Charleston, S.C. John has delighted many study tour groups with his lectures and insights on preservation, and receives rave reviews as study leader.
TOUR MAP
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day 1&2
Depart the U.S./Dubrovnik, Croatia/Embark World Traveller
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day 3
Dubrovnik, Croatia
After a filling breakfast, disembark for a walking tour of UNESCO‑inscribed Dubrovnik. Enter the city gate to see the Large Onofrio’s Fountain, designed in 1438. Admire the neighboring façade of St. Savior Church and visit the 14th-century Romanesque Franciscan Church and Monastery, a masterpiece of architecture. The large complex comprises a friary, church, library and a historical pharmacy museum. Venture out on a Traveler’s Choice excursion. You may choose to walk around the city’s medieval ramparts, an experience that offers splendid views of Dubrovnik’s distinctive orange rooftops, the harbor and a stretch of blue sea beyond. Alternatively, visit the Rector’s Palace and Maritime Museum. Return to enjoy lunch on the ship. Later, join your fellow travelers for a Captain’s Welcome Reception and dinner.
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day 4
Tivat, Kotor, Montenegro
The Balkan country of Montenegro greets you this morning. Disembark in Tivat for an excursion to UNESCO‑listed Kotor. Take a guided walk through these storied streets and squares. Step into the impressive Cathedral of Saint Tryphon to witness the ornate vaulted roof and pillars made of pink stone. Next, enjoy a Traveler’s Choice excursion. You can choose to cruise to Our Lady of the Rocks island for a tour or relax for an afternoon at the beach. Return to the ship for dinner and depart for Italy’s coast.
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day 5
Bari, Italy| Alberobello
Discover the wonders of Bari! This ancient seaport boasts a tight tangle of medieval streets and a pretty harbor with colorful bobbing boats. Take a walking tour of the old town, noting the carved Apulian-Romanesque portal of the 11th-century Basilica di San Nicola. Pass by historic churches, fishermen selling their catch and beautiful architecture along the path. After lunch, continue to dazzling Alberobello, home to the largest concentration of mysterious trulli. Found nowhere else in the world, these whitewashed limestone structures are pieced together without mortar, and their pointed fieldstone roofs are often painted with primitive Christian and pagan symbols. Enjoy panoramic views as the ship departs Bari for a cruise to Croatia.
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day 6
Hvar, Croatia
Sunny Hvar is a Croatian favorite lauded for its lavender plantations, olive grove and inviting Mediterranean ambience. With a history that dates back to 6,000 B.C., the island simply brims with cultural and historical heritage that delights all who visit. Today’s Traveler’s Choice options include a guided walking tour of the old town with a stop at a Benedictine Monastery to watch the delicate, labor-intensive practice of making lace. If you’re feeling active, stretch your legs on a hike up to Hvar’s Fortica, which is called Spanjola by locals. Return to the ship for dinner.
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day 7
Trogir |Split
Disembark in Trogir for a thought-provoking excursion to Split. Experience the sights and sounds of this ancient imperial city while visiting the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage‑inscribed Diocletian’s Palace, which has been continuously inhabited since the Roman emperor abdicated his throne in A.D. 305. Roaming this complex’s tangle of passageways, courtyards and underground chambers is an enchanting adventure. Next, visit the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, the patron saint of Split, and the Temple of Jupiter. Today’s excursion also includes exterior visits to the Golden Gate, Silver Gate and Peristyle Square.
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day 8
Ravenna, Italy
Greet the day in charming Ravenna, the city of mosaics. Disembark to enjoy a Traveler’s Choice excursion. Stay in Ravenna to see intricate UNESCO-inscribed mosaics at the Basilica of San Vitale and the Galle Placidia Mausoleum. Or, choose to spend a day in neighboring Bologna, the epicenter of the Emilia‑Romagna region with extensive porticoes and a hilltop monastery.
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day 9
Ravenna, Italy
Romantic Rovinj is perched along the Istrian Peninsula. Today’s Traveler’s Choices include visiting Pula, a nearby coastal town with an elliptical Roman amphitheater and a refreshing ambience. Your other option is a walking tour of Rovinj’s enchanting old town filled with multicolored buildings, hidden alleyways perfect for photographing and the Church of St. Euphemia. Tonight, raise a toast to your fellow travelers at the Captain’s Farewell Reception, followed by dinner.
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day 10
Venice/Disembark ship/ Return to Home City
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