Arrive at Dubrovnik Airport and transfer to Gruz harbour for check-in from 14:00. Join a guided walking tour through the limestone streets of the Old Town, capped by a cable car ride to Mount Srd for breathtaking views. Return to the ship for a welcome cocktail and dinner. Overnight Dubrovnik. (D)

Sail past Dubrovnik’s mighty city walls before a swim stop on the Elaphiti Islands. Arrive in Slano, gateway to Ston. Explore its medieval ramparts and visit an oyster farm to learn about and taste this Adriatic delicacy. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Dinner with live music. Overnight Slano. (B,L,T,CD)

Cruise north to Mljet, the island of legend where Odysseus was held captive by the nymph Calypso. Visit the salt lakes of Mljet National Park and St Mary Isle with its 12th-century monastery. Alternatively, rent bikes, kayaks, or scooters to explore independently. Overnight Polaca or Pomena. (B,L)

Sail to Korcula, often called a “mini-Dubrovnik” and known as the birthplace of Marco Polo. Stop for lunch in a hidden bay en route. On arrival, join a guided walking tour through narrow streets designed for natural cooling. The evening is free for gourmet dining or an optional Dalmatian village dinner. Overnight Korcula. (B,L)

Today, journey to Vis, a former Yugoslav naval base closed to outsiders until 1991. Its isolation has preserved traditional architecture and culture. Visit the town, taste local wines, or explore Roman remains and rustic villas along the waterfront. Overnight Vis. (B,L,T)

Early morning, sail to Bisevo and, weather permitting, marvel at the glowing Blue Cave (entrance fee payable locally). Continue with a swim and lunch at the Pakleni Islands before arriving in Hvar. Guided tour highlights include the Renaissance cathedral and Europe’s oldest public theatre. Evening at leisure to enjoy Hvar’s nightlife. Overnight Hvar. (B,L)

Cruise to Bol on Brac, home of Zlatni Rat, Croatia’s most photographed beach. Continue to Marina Baotić near Trogir. After transfer, join a guided walking tour of Trogir’s UNESCO-listed Old Town before free time to dine independently. Return to the marina for overnight. Overnight Marina Baotic (Trogir). (B,L)

After breakfast, bid farewell to the crew and fellow travellers. Disembark by 09:00. A free shuttle transfer to Split is available for those with post-cruise arrangements or later flights. (B)