Cruise Description
7 Night Cruise sailing from Opatija roundtrip aboard one of Katarina Line’s A Category ships.
KL1 – Island Hopping – Kvarner Bay
For this trip all you will need is a few T-shirts and a swimming costume to spend seven unforgettable days sailing on the southern Adriatic Sea from one island to another. Relax and let the captain and his crew (especially the cook) take care of you. During the day you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and explore the underworld of the Adriatic Sea. The evenings you have free to find a good restaurant or discover old churches or other historical monuments.
Itinerary
Saturday OPATIJA – KRK ISLAND
Departure at 13:00h with lunch on board followed by a swim stop in the crystal clear sea on route to Krk island – the largest of the Croatian islands. Krk has immense variety in its villages large and small, gentle green promenades bare rocky wilderness, tiny islands and hundreds of hidden bays and beaches. Evening at leisure to enjoy numerous cafes and restaurants alongside the waterfront. Overnight in town of Krk.
Sunday KRK ISLAND – RAB ISLAND
After breakfast cruise towards Rab island known as the “island of love”. Sightseeing of town encircled by medieval walls, Romanesque church towers, churches, palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Enjoy the “gallery” on the streets and squares and try famous “Rapska torta” cake, it is a must. If the time allows walk up to Kamenjak hill to enjoy the magnificent sunset. Overnight in town of Rab.
Monday RAB ISLAND – ZADAR
Morning cruise from Rab towards Zadar along Pag island with a swim stop on the tiny MAUN island. Enjoy guided tour of the city, which was for centuries the metropolis of Dalmatia, and today the centre of the region. Zadar is rich in monumental heritage of world importance visible on every step. Here you can see The Roman forum dated to the 1st century AD, the church of St. Donatus dated to the 9th century AD – the most famous Medieval basilica and the symbol of the city, the mighty city walls with representative Port and Land gates from the 16th century AD, and numerous palaces, villas. The town is full of great restaurants packed in the centre. Of special interest are the famous Zadar Sea Organs, one of a kind in the world and “The Greeting to the Sun” light installation. Overnight.
Tuesday ZADAR – MOLAT ISLAND or OLIB
Early departure for Molat or Olib island (depending on available space in the small harbours). Both islands are situated in the northern part of Zadar’s archipelago where one can enjoy peace and serenity. Captain’s dinner party on board and overnight.
Wednesday MOLAT ISLAND or OLIB – ILOVIK – LOŠINJ ISLAND
After breakfast and morning swim, cruise towards Ilovik, the island of flowers for a short stop before departing for Lošinj island, one of the most popular islands on the northern Adriatic due to the abundance of pine trees and clear waters. Mali Lošinj is known as the “sunshine island”. On arrival take a walk along the harbor or walk up to the Lošinj Aromatic Garden or simply visit nearby, picturesque, town of Veli Lošinj. Overnight in Mali Lošinj.
Thursday LOŠINJ ISLAND – CRES ISLAND
After a morning swim leave for Cres island, a long and narrow island covered with oak, beech and pine forests as well as wineyards and olive tree plantations. Cres and Mali Lošinj used to be one island but a channel dug by the Romans separated them. Spend the night in the harbour of this typical medieval town Cres.
Friday CRES ISLAND – OPATIJA
After breakfast we leave for Opatija. On route we can experience the spectacular views of famous Opatija Riviera. Late afternoon arrival to Opatija for a stroll along the famous Franz Joseph promenade – Lungo Mare to the numerous cafes and restaurants in Opatija or nearby fishermen’s village Volosko – well known for excellent seafood restaurants, the best in the region, as well as among the best in Croatia. For your last night on board we recommend a farewell party on the ship, a great opportunity for exchanging addresses with other passengers who have by now become your new friends.
Saturday OPATIJA
After breakfast say goodbye to the crew and hope to see you again aboard Katarina Line cruises.
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25/04 | Opatija, Croatia | 1.00pm | |
| 25/04 | Krk Island, Croatia | ||
| 26/04 | Rab Island, Croatia | ||
| 27/04 | Zadar, Croatia | ||
| 28/04 | Zadar, Croatia | ||
| 29/04 | Mali Losinj, Croatia | ||
| 30/04 | Cres Island, Croatia | ||
| 01/05 | Opatija, Croatia | ||
| 02/05 | Opatija, Croatia |
Itinerary may vary by sailing date and itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion. Please check itinerary details at time of booking and before booking other travel services such as airline tickets.
Available Sailing Dates
- 18 Apr 2015
- 25 Apr 2015
- 02 May 2015
- 09 May 2015
- 16 May 2015
- 23 May 2015
- 30 May 2015
- 06 Jun 2015
- 13 Jun 2015
- 20 Jun 2015
- 27 Jun 2015
- 04 Jul 2015
- 11 Jul 2015
- 18 Jul 2015
- 25 Jul 2015
- 01 Aug 2015
- 08 Aug 2015
- 15 Aug 2015
- 22 Aug 2015
- 29 Aug 2015
- 05 Sep 2015
- 12 Sep 2015
- 19 Sep 2015
- 26 Sep 2015
- 03 Oct 2015
- 10 Oct 2015
- 17 Oct 2015