Day 1: Sunday - Arrive in Venice or Ljubljana

Transfer from the airport to the port of Koper, for embarkation between 4 PM and 10 PM. Late evening departure towards Zadar (overnight sailing). (D,O)

Day 2: Monday - Zadar

Monday morning arrival in Zadar, the oldest Slavic city on the Adriatic, once famed cultural center. Optional tour to Plit vice National Park with breathtaking scenery of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation, also listed in UNESCO’s World Heritage list 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. Depart Zadar at 8 PM sailing to Ploce. (B,L,D,O)

Day 3: Tuesday - Ploce - Korcula

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 the occupying Turkish forces some 500 years ago. Depart Ploce at 2:30 PM sailing to Korcula. Arrive in Korcula, birth place of Marco Polo, on Tuesday afternoon. You can visit the main square and see the Cathedral Square and nearby Marco Polo’s family house. In the evening enjoy optional performance of Moreska, the island’s unique version of Morris Dance. Depart Korucla at 11 PM. (B,L,D,O)

Day 4: Wednesday - Kotor

Morning arrival in Kotor, Montenegro. The Bay of Kotor and the old town of Kotor are both on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Bay of Kotor is actually the largest European Fjord outside of Norway. Optional tour to the former capital city of Cetinje or Montenegro’s Grand Tour of the Riviera. Leave Kotor towards Albania at 10:30 PM (B,L,D,O)

Day 5: Thursday - Durres

Morning arrival in the port of Durres, the most important maritime gate of Albania, 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,O)

Day 6: Friday - 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,O)

Day 7: Saturday - 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. In the afternoon sail back to Koper. (B,L,D,O)

Day 8: Sunday - Koper to Venice

Disembark after breakfast (after 9 AM). Transfer to your hotel in Venice. The rest of the day is at leisure. Meet your fellow travelers for orientation meeting with the
tour director, followed by a welcome dinner. (D,O)

Day 9: Monday - Venice

Your morning tour of Venice will start with a boat ride to the world famous Murano Island, known for its fine glasswork industry. Then, the walking tour of Venice will begin with St. Mark’s Square, to view the Golden Basilica of San Marco, the Bridge of Sighs, and visit the Doge’s Palace. The remainder of day is free to explore the city or relax. (B,O)

Day 10: Tuesday - Florence

Leave Venice toward Pisa for a visit. Upon arrival, view the famous Piazza del Miracoli with it’s Leaning Tower, the Baptisery, the Duomo, and the Monumental Cemetery. Continue on to Florence, stopping to visit a local Tuscan farm in the countryside for a lunch and wine tasting with local specialties. Overnight in Florence. (B,L,O)

Day 11: Wednesday - Florence

Today our morning tour begins with a visit to the Accademia of Fine Arts, the home of Michelangelo’s David. Walk to the splendid Duomo with it’s magnificent dome designed by Brunelleschi, and see the Baptistery with its renowned “Gates of Paradise”. Continue to explore the open air art museum of Signoria Square ending at Ponte Vecchio, known as the “Old Bridge”. Remainder of the day is at leisure. (B,O)

Day 12: Thursday - Florence

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Florence to explore the city on your own. (B,O)

Day 13: Friday - Rome

Leave Florence via “Sun Route” motorway toward medieval city of Assisi, renowned for its 13th Century Basilica of St. Francis and Giotto Frescoes. Continue to your hotel in Rome. Dinner and overnight. (B,D,O)

Day 14: Saturday - Rome

Morning visit the Vatican and its breathtaking museum including the Sistine Chapel. Stroll thru St. Peter's Square, passing Bernini's famous colonnade, to visit St. Peter's Basilica, where you will view Michaelangelo's Pieta. Afternoon is at leisure. (B,O)

Day 15: Sunday - Rome

Sightseeing tour of this ancient city takes you to the Roman Forum, the triumphal Arch of Constantine, the Arch of Titus and the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater built in the Roman Empire. Afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, dine in a typical Roman restaurant with wine and music, then enjoy an illuminated tour of the city. (B,D,O)

Day 8: Monday - departing Rome

After breakfast we transfer you to airport for your homebound flight. (B)

About M/V Arion:

Arion is comfortable and friendly ship with only 162 cabins. She sails along Adriatic coast calling at enchanting ports and islands where larger ships can not. Built in 1965 and refurbished in 2000, sails under the Portugese flag. Cabins are comfortable with private facilities, telephone and adequate storage and wardrobe space. Cabins are nicely furnished and are all air-conditioned. The dining room has picture windows all around and provides good quality European style food. Service is attentive and friendly. The Lido lounge serves continental breakfasts and lunches and is a also cabaret lounge by night. The Main Lounge, which provides cabaret style entertainment, is on one level. Further entertainment is available in the piano bar. There is a small casino, a library and a beauty salon. All public rooms and cabins are air conditioned and smoking is restricted to designated areas in bar and lounge only. Please note that ship has one elevator. 

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.

B= Breakfast   L= Lunch   D= Dinner   O= Overnight             kits806