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Croatia cruises

Come for the endless turquoise, stay for the history and Dalmatian charm – Croatia is cruising at its finest

With balmy beaches surrounded by idyllic historic cities, crystal clear waters and melt-in-your-mouth seafood, Croatia’s Adriatic coast will fulfill all your beach holiday fantasies. But with more than 1000 sun-drenched islands strewn across 1118 miles of coast, Croatia is more than just sun and sea. Explore rugged limestone landscapes and waterfall-filled national parks, get lost in historic walled towns, or drink local wine in hidden bars tucked into 2000-year-old Roman ruins. Croatia may first tempt you with its beaches, but its picturesque towns, mouth-watering cuisine and fascinating history will have you returning again and again.

Croatia highlights

Walk Dubrovnik’s city walls
Walk Dubrovnik’s city walls
Dubrovnik’s iconic city walls have protected the city since the Middle Ages. These days, they are the best way to see the city, offering sweeping views of its monasteries, terracotta roofs, old port and the Adriatic Sea. Wander the World Heritage-listed walls and Old Town – past forts, bastions and towers; if the sights look familiar, it’s because several films and television shows have been filmed here, including Game of Thrones.
Woman sitting by a waterfall in Croatia
Wander by waterfalls in Krka National Park
The coast may be its main drawcard, but Croatia is also home to some pretty spectacular national parks. Located on the Krka River about an hour from the coast, Krka National Park is known for its cascading waterfalls, winding hiking trails and lush forest. For a less strenuous option, tour the park by boat, stopping by secluded emerald pools.
Wine tasting Hvar, Croatia
Taste local wine around Hvar
Partygoers descend on Hvar during the summer months to revel in its party atmosphere, but it’s still possible to venture off the beaten track in this well-traveled hotspot. Fertile soil and year-round sun (locals claim it as the ‘sunniest spot in Europe’) have created an agricultural paradise. Head inland to visit fruit orchards and olive groves, sample wine at local vineyards and stroll across picturesque farmlands.

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M/S AuroraThe M/S Aurora is ideally suited to exploring the Dalmatian Coast and has all you need for a memorable small-ship cruise holiday. A large top deck features sun loungers, a jacuzzi and plenty of room to spread out. The ship has an indoor dining room, an onboard bar, and a focus on locally sourced produce. A smaller group size means you get a more personal level of service and the ship can anchor in smaller ports, avoiding the other larger tour boats and crowds of tourists.

M/S Aurora Boat
M/S Aurora
BOAT TYPE: Motor Yacht • PASSENGERS: 36
Built in 2015, the M/S Aurora is ideally suited to exploring the Dalmatian Coast and has all you need for a memorable small ship cruise holiday. A large top deck features sun loungers, a jacuzzi and plenty of room to spread out. The ship can accommodate 36 passengers and has an indoor dining room, an onboard bar, and a focus on locally sourced produce. A smaller group size means you get a more personal level of service and the ship can anchor in smaller ports, avoiding the other larger tour boats and crowds of tourists.
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5 out of 5 based on 72 reviews submitted.
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Kirsten · Traveled September 2023
Highly recommended! Intrepid leaders gave us a wonderful experience.
Review submitted 29 Mar 2024

Paul · Traveled September 2023
I can highly recommend the Croatia Coastal Cruising trip. It a simply wonderful adventure. The itinerary is great, you see some wonderful places, with beauty and history. Some lovely islands, simply stunning coastline. The boat is well equipped and very comfortable. Nothing is too much trouble for the crew, and the food is excellent. Guides Ziggy and Franjo were brilliant! Swimming and SUP off the boat was an amazing experience!! Thank you Intrepid for another wonderful trip!! (number 3!)
Review submitted 02 Oct 2023

Daniel · Traveled September 2023
Beautiful Croatia exceeded my expectations. The magical swim stops, enthusiastic leaders and crew, awesome boat all made for a wonderful trip
Review submitted 18 Sep 2023

Stacia · Traveled September 2023
This trip was even better than I could have imagined! Our trip leaders, Ziggy and Petar, were very knowledgeable and super helpful. We only had to unpack once and got to see beautiful places, eat wonderful food, meet new friends, and frolic in the sea! I thought the trip was well balanced between some more physical days, with more chill days, which was great. This was an amazing vacation, and I was telling people back home "you have to do this trip" before we even got home! This was our first trip with Intrepid, and I am already looking for our next one!
Review submitted 17 Sep 2023

Nolan · Traveled September 2023
This trip was a fun, enjoyable, memorable experience. Korcula and Stari Grad were our favourites places to visit along with the swim stops. Split and Dubrovnik were great pillars to start and end at. Border crossings in/out of Bosnia were too long but out of Intrepids control. It would be great to feature more "culture" within the cuisine and drinks offered on the boat, maybe a feature dish/drink every other meal. Aurora was a great vessel to be on with approximately 40 people on board including the crew. Asking guests to wear name tags for the first couple lunches/dinners/meals may help everyone learn each other's names faster.
Review submitted 20 Sep 2023
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