Split, Dubrovnik & the Splendours of Dalmatia for solo travellers - MS Adriatic Sun

Split, Dubrovnik & the Splendours of Dalmatia for solo travellers - MS Adriatic Sun

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Split, Dubrovnik & the Splendours of Dalmatia for solo travellers - MS Adriatic Sun

8 Days Starting and ending in Split, Croatia

Visiting: Split, Korčula, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Pelješac Peninsula, Hvar

Tour operator:

Riviera Travel

Ship Name:

MS Adriatic Sun

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Ship Capacity:

38

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Sailing, Small Group

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $4539

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating solo journey through the stunning Dalmatian coast aboard the luxurious MS Adriatic Sun. This exclusive cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore Croatia's breathtaking islands and historic cities. Begin your adventure in Split, where you'll be welcomed aboard and introduced to your fellow travelers. Sail to the medieval town of Korcula, the lush island of Mljet, and the enchanting city of Dubrovnik, each offering guided tours and free time to explore. Discover the picturesque Pelješac Peninsula and the charming island of Hvar, renowned for its lavender fields and historical sites. Enjoy swim stops in crystal-clear waters and savor delicious meals, including a Captain's Dinner featuring Croatian and Mediterranean specialties. Conclude your voyage back in Split, enriched by the beauty and history of this remarkable region. This cruise promises an unforgettable experience, blending relaxation, exploration, and cultural immersion.

Highlights

  • Sail between smaller islands and ports, enjoying spectacular coastal views and swim stops.

  • Explore the stunning old town of Dubrovnik on a guided tour.

  • Tour Split and visit Emperor Diocletian’s monumental palace.

  • Discover the beautiful islands of Hvar and Mljet.

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Korcula, a perfectly preserved medieval port.

  • Visit the picturesque Pelješac Peninsula, known for its wine production.

  • Experience the charm of Bol and swim at the famous Golden Horn beach.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Location: Split

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Dinner

Embark in Split

On arrival in this historic city, you will be escorted to the harbour and the superb four-star MS Adriatic Sun, your home for the next seven nights. The captain and crew will be on hand to welcome you and then, having settled into your comfortable cabin and surroundings, our adventure begins!

For the rest of the day, it’s time to relax and get to know your fellow passengers – there are just twenty of you in total! Perhaps you’ll catch some ‘rays’ on the sun deck or take a stroll ashore.

This evening, we have an informal gathering with your tour manager and fellow travellers before enjoying a welcome dinner in the ship's restaurant. Perhaps later take an after-dinner stroll ashore in this most magical of cities.

Day 2

Location: Korčula

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Morning sailing with swim stop

As you rise refreshed in the morning and enjoy a leisurely breakfast, you’ll be so glad you chose this holiday. The MS Adriatic Sun, our home for the next week and every inch the private yacht, slips out of the harbour and out to sea.

Split soon fades into the distance but we will of course return at the end of our cruise. It is impossible for large cruise liners to visit the charming and almost deserted hamlets accessible to our smaller yacht cruiser. We will have time for a swim stop this morning before enjoying a delicious lunch on board, as stunning views of this spectacular coastline drift by and it’s not long before we arrive at the historic town of Korčula.

Korčula

Ruled by the Venetians for 800 years, it is rather reminiscent of a much smaller Dubrovnik, with its host of tangled lanes so typical of medieval Mediterranean ports. The town is a charming small fortress, celebrated for supplying timber for the wooden walls of Venice and its harbour was a major shelter for the Venetian fleet. You’ll find architectural gems at every turn in its narrow-cobbled streets.

Famous for its artistic and musical traditions, Korcula has its own unique sword dance, the ‘moreska’, and a form of a-capella singing, but is much more famous as the birthplace of the explorer Marco Polo. His house can still be visited, as can the All-Saints Museum with its glorious collection of Byzantine icons.

After our guided walking tour you are free to explore this beautiful town further. You take dinner at your leisure tonight.

Included experiences:

Swim stop & guided tour of Korčula.

Day 3

Location: Mljet

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Mljet

The Dalmatian coastline is legendary: one of Europe’s most dramatic, extending for hundreds of miles, where steep limestone cliffs plunge into sapphire-blue waters. The mirror-like Adriatic is studded with countless islands, some tiny, some large, some inhabited, some not.

We arrive at Mljet, one of the most seductive of such islands, where the hillsides are clad in a green carpet of lush pine forests bringing that instantly recognisable Mediterranean aroma to the air.

Nestling in picturesque coves are medieval fishing villages, refreshingly free from tasteless development, where the alleyways are simply pebbles set into the earth and overhead shutters sway precariously in the warm, gentle breezes. Life here continues much as it has for centuries.

This morning we go ashore to enjoy a tour of the stunning national park with a visit to the tiny islet of St Mary’s with its 12th-century former Benedictine monastery. With its colourful walls and altar carved from local stone you will already feel a long way from home in this most atmospheric of places – it’s easy to see why legend has it that the Greek hero Ulysses came here to contemplate.

After lunch on board, there will be the opportunity for a swim, then sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular views as we cruise into the magical city of Dubrovnik.

Dubrovnik

During tonight’s dinner the ship will cruise alongside the ancient city walls before dropping anchor.

Included experiences:

Tour of Mljet’s national park & swim stop.

Day 4

Location: Dubrovnik

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Breakfast

Dubrovnik

Awaking in this most magical of cities, after breakfast we take a guided tour of the old town, an independent city-state for much of its history, it has evolved differently to the rest of Croatia. The city threw off its Venetian shackles during medieval times founding a commercial empire trading with the eastern Mediterranean, France, Spain and later the Ottoman Empire.

As so often happened, the city began to reflect its resultant wealth and today this wonderfully Baroque city proudly nestles behind its huge imposing ramparts in a situation of outstanding natural beauty. The main avenue, lined by intimate cafés, is completely paved with gleaming marble, which dazzles in the sunlight and gives credence to the city’s description as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. 

You have the rest of the day to explore at your leisure. Throughout the city you will find a wonderful array of monasteries, beautifully decorated churches and civic buildings dating from the 14th century.

This evening, enjoy another delicious dinner in one of the many traditional restaurants in this most beguiling of cities.

Included experience:

Guided tour of Dubrovnik's old town.

Day 5

Location: Pelješac Peninsula

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Pelješac Peninsula

Over breakfast this morning we say our fond farewells to Dubrovnik as the mighty walls of the old city slowly fade away into the hazy horizon.

One of the huge delights of taking this kind of cruise, is that our ship can sail between the smaller islands, normally inaccessible to the larger cruise liners, so you can experience fabulous coastal views in a much more intimate way. Sit back and relax over lunch on board and absorb the stunning coastal spectacle before you, as the sun glints on the crystal-clear waters.

As we glide on past these truly beautiful seascapes, undiscovered beaches with secret coves and tiny traditional hamlets, unchanged for decades, we arrive at the pretty little seaside village of Trstenik or Lumbarda on the Peljesac Peninsula. Nestled at the foot of the rolling hills behind, this picturesque, secluded spot is famed for its wine production where generations of families have produced excellent wines for hundreds of years.

We remain moored overnight, so take dinner at your leisure in this charming spot, where you can really feel like you are getting away from it all!

Included experience:

Visit to Trstenik or Lumbarda.

Day 6

Location: Hvar

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Morning cruising with swim stop

After breakfast, you can take to the deck to see the spectacular coastland sliding by as this morning we cruise northwards. There will also be the opportunity for a swim stop here in one of the world’s most beautiful stretches of water.

We lunch on board before disembarking this afternoon into the delightful and bewitching little town of Hvar in this enchanting archipelago.

Hvar

Wandering here is pure joy and remarkably, it’s so compact and cosy, the streets don’t even have names.

With its freshwater springs, the island is unusually green, its hillsides boasting spectacular pine forests. Elsewhere you’ll find olive groves, orchards and vineyards, the aromatic pleasures of the island exemplified by the delicate fragrance of abundant lavender fields.

Hvar has been inhabited since Neolithic times; later, the ancient Greeks founded a colony here, and during the 14th century, as the Venetian Empire extended its influence, it became a major naval base. Also on the island’s northern shores are some distinctive fortified 16th century buildings, built to repel pirates and assaults by the Ottoman Empire.

After exploring Hvar’s agricultural, historical and cultural splendours on our guided walking tour, dine at leisure where you wish. The ship remains moored on the island overnight.

Included experiences:

Swim stop & walking tour of Hvar.

Day 7

Location: Split

Accommodation Name: MS Adriatic Sun

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Bol

This morning’s cruise brings us to Brač, the largest of the islands on this dramatic stretch of coastland; a typically Mediterranean landscape where its spectacular beaches give way to high pine forested uplands, and where a rich harvest of vines, olives and orange trees crowd the fertile valleys.

Once dependent on its grape harvest, the island also relied heavily on the export of its stone – a mixture of marble and limestone – used in the construction of Diocletian’s Palace but also of buildings as diverse as the White House in Washington to Berlin’s Reichstag and closer to home, the high altar in Liverpool’s cathedral.

We head to the town of Bol, and you might like to take the opportunity for a swim from the stunning beach, aptly named Golden Horn beach.

Split

During lunch back on board we cruise back into historic Split, principally famous for a single building, the Emperor Diocletian’s huge palace, one of the greatest structures of the Roman Empire. No expense was spared in its construction - the best Italian marble, with columns and sphinxes from Egypt. But what makes this palace so astonishing is that during medieval times it was fully integrated into the town’s fabric with a jumble of buildings grafted onto and inside it. This means, for example, the temple of Jupiter became a baptistry. It’s all the more fascinating that today 3,000 people still live here.

You will find surprises at every turn: there are tall medieval buildings lining the streets but buttressed by unmistakably Roman columns! We have a guided walking tour of this fascinating complex which has recently been used as the setting of the TV spectacular ‘Game of Thrones’.

By the time you have breathed in the atmosphere and history of this glorious part of the coast, it’s time to relax back on board as the Chef presents the Captain’s Dinner – a delicious selection of Croatian and Mediterranean specialities. Later the bar awaits for a digestif and the chance to reflect on treasured memories of this wonderful journey with newly made friends.

Included experiences:

Swim stop & guided tour of Split.

Day 8

Location: Split

Meals Included: Breakfast

Disembark in Split

After breakfast, the crew bid you farewell as you disembark in Split.

Ship Details

MS Adriatic Sun

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Welcome to the MS Adriatic Sun; a beautiful ship offering modern and stylish decor with upper deck cabins providing their own private balcony to take in the views.

Step aboard the MS Adriatic Sun; a beautiful ship offering modern and stylish surroundings with upper deck cabins providing their own private balcony to take in the views.

At 47 metres, she can still access the quaint unspoilt ports along this magnificent coastline, yet certainly makes a statement on the quayside, attracting envious glances from passers-by.

Accommodating a maximum of 38 guests, you’ll feel at home from the moment you step on board and are greeted by your professional, attentive crew. The contemporary interior is beautifully designed resulting in a spacious and airy feel throughout the ample public areas. You’ll be served delicious cuisine in the chic, stylish restaurant, with breakfast offering hot and cold dishes, and either lunch or dinner featuring well prepared meals from around the Adriatic. The "Captain's dinner" celebrates local cuisine with specially selected dishes. On the remaining evenings you are free to dine in one of the restaurants in the ports we visit.

There is a well-stocked bar for your favourite tipple which you can enjoy outside in the al fresco areas on the main and upper deck. Or take in some of Europe’s most dramatic coastal views from the magnificent sun deck where there’s plenty of shaded areas and an inviting hot tub.

A total of 19 guest cabins are available, measuring approximately 14-17 square metres (151 – 183 square feet). Cleverly designed and stylishly furnished for your maximum comfort, in a calming palette of creamy colours and warm woods, with comfortable double or twin beds and contemporary fittings. All cabins feature wardrobe, desk and chair, TV, hairdryer and Wi-Fi, plus a sparkling bathroom with shower.

Ship Name:

MS Adriatic Sun

Adults Only Areas:

adults only

Ship Children Facilities:

none

Ship Nursery:

none

Smoking Areas:

some

Ship Size:

boutique

Ship Style:

luxury

Ship Type:

ocean

Ship Kind:

Yacht

Ship Currency:

EUR

Ship Language:

en

Ship Capacity:

38

Ship Crew Count:

7

Number of Decks:

3

Number of Cabins:

19

Ship Launch Year:

2018

Ship Length (Meters):

47 M

Lower Deck

Category B Cabins

Main Deck

Category A CabinsRestaurantBar

Sun Deck

Chairs/Sun LoungersHot Tub

Upper Deck

Category A+ CabinsAl Fresco Lounge

A total of 19 stunning guest cabins are available, measuring approximately 14-17 square metres (150 – 183 square feet). Cleverly designed and stylishly furnished for your maximum comfort, in a calming palette of creamy colours and warm woods, with luxurious double or twin beds and contemporary fittings. All cabins feature wardrobe, desk and chair, TV, hairdryer and Wi-Fi, plus a sparkling bathroom with shower.

Category A Cabin (Grade A )

Located on the main deck and approximately 16 square metres (172 square feet) with a fixed double bed. Accessed from the deck, there is just one guest cabin available on the main deck which benefits from the addition of two oval shaped windows to capture the views.FeaturesIndividual climate controlOval windows that can openTwin beds which can be configured as doubleEnsuite bathroom with walk-in showerShampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soapTowels, beach towels and hairdryerEU plug socketsDesk & chairSafe

Category B Cabins (Grade B )

Located on the lower deck, these cabins enjoy a generously proportioned 17 square metres approximately (183 square feet) of living space and are accessed from inside the ship, with twin beds that can be pushed together (cabins 14, 15, 18, 19) or fixed doubles (cabins 12, 13, 16, 17) and two attractive porthole windows plus a further one in the bathroom.FeaturesIndividual climate controlPorthole windowsFixed double bed or twin beds which can be configured as doubleEnsuite bathroom with walk-in showerShampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soapTowels and hairdryerEU plug socketsDesk & chairSafe

Category A+ Cabins (Grade A+ )

Treat yourself to one of our superior upper deck cabins, measuring approximately 16 square metres (172 square feet) with double (cabins 7 & 8), fixed twin beds (cabins 3 & 4) or twin beds pushed together as double (cabins 5 & 6), and one window plus the addition of a small outside balcony with a bench for two, so you can enjoy the invigorating sea breeze and breathtaking views - without even leaving your cabin!FeaturesIndividual climate controlPrivate balconyFixed twin beds, double bed or twin beds pushed together as doubleEnsuite bathroom with walk-in showerShampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soapTowels, beach towels and hairdryerEU plug socketsDesk & chairSafePlease note: cabins 1 and 2 (front) on upper deck measure approximately 14 square metres (151 square feet) with twin beds that can be pushed together.

You’ll be served delicious cuisine in the chic, stylish restaurant, with breakfast offering hot and cold dishes, and either lunch or dinner featuring well prepared meals from around the Adriatic. The "Captain's dinner" celebrates local cuisine with specially selected dishes. On the remaining evenings you are free to dine in one of the restaurants in the ports we visit.

Restaurant.

The main deck holds the chic and stylish restaurant where you'll be served delicious cuisine.  (complimentary)

There is a well-stocked bar for your favourite tipple which you can enjoy outside in the al fresco areas on the main and upper deck. Or take in some of Europe’s most dramatic coastal views from the magnificent sun deck where there’s plenty of shaded areas and an inviting hot tub.

Al Fresco Lounge

Towards the stern you find a comfortable al fresco lounge area.

Sun Deck

Take in some of Europe’s most dramatic coastal views from the magnificent sun deck where there’s plenty of shaded areas and an inviting hot tub.The sun deck features a selection of comfortable chairs and sun loungers, both in and out of the shade, plus a hot tub. Relax on the sun deck and enjoy magnificent views from all directions. 

Excursions

We are a well-travelled collective - made up of our guests as well as our team. We'll admit it - we're obsessed with travel.But that's not our only interest. We also love architecture, history, the arts, and gastronomy - everything that makes a culture unique. And we plan our itineraries to ensure we're catering to those interests. Perfecting every excursion to ensure you get the most out of your onshore adventures.Most days are filled with full or half-day excursions. Whether that's a city tour, an introduction to a brand-new town or a more in-depth visit to a specific landmark or attraction. You'll see the very best of every destination. Not just the legendary locations, we'll uncover the top-secret local spots too.World-famous landmarksYou'll get to experience some world-famous destinations in the company of our passionate local guides. Sites like the Benedictine Melk Abbey on the Danube, spectacular Pont du Gard on the Rhône, Keukenhof Gardens - the world's largest flower gardens - on the Dutch Waterways and Cologne with its cathedral, the largest Gothic church in Northern Europe.A taste of your destinationFood has the uncanny ability to reveal the softer parts of the destination most tourists overlook. Recipes passed down through the generations slowly become ingrained within a culture, featuring fresh local produce and traditional cooking techniques. Our excursions often include delicious local produce perfected over centuries - sample cheese in Switzerland and chocolate in Germany (it's not a cruise for those watching their weight), wine tasting in the world-famous wine region of Burgundy and port in the port wine cellars of Porto.For even more, why not choose one of our Gastronomy themed departures?Authentic cultural experiencesOur river cruise itineraries deliver authentic and engaging moments to fully immerse you in the culture. You'll remember being seduced by the fiery passion of flamenco dancing after a cruise along the Douro. Hold on to that feeling of wonder you felt as you watch the glassblower creating the most beautiful vase out of a glowing mass. And tell the stories you heard during a Hungarian folklore show to your grandchildren at bedtime. The memory of these authentic cultural experiences will last a lifetime. 

Please note: There are no dedicated children's facilities onboard.

The sun deck features a selection of comfortable chairs and sun loungers, both in and out of the shade, plus a hot tub. Relax on the sun deck and enjoy magnificent views from all directions.

Hot Tub

The Hot Tub can be found on the Sun Deck

Giving a gratuity is entirely at your discretion, so we have not included these in your holiday cost, and we don't add it as a set percentage.

If you would like to tip the staff, a good guideline is to give €8-12 per person per day should you feel that is appropriate.

If you do choose to give a gratuity, there will usually be an envelope is left in your cabin on the final evening. This is for you to be able include any tips, and you can then drop it off at reception the following morning. The tips are divided equally between the crew.

Should you also wish to give a gratuity directly to your Riviera Travel Cruise Director and Concierge, this is also at your discretion.

Age Restrictions

The minimum age limit is 12 years old at the date of departure.We reserve the right to limit the number of children on any particular cruise.Any minor must be accompanied by and share a cabin with an adult aged 21 or over.If the adult is not the minor’s parent, a ‘Parental Consent Guardianship Form’ must be signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to sailing.

Air Conditioning

Our ships are fully air-conditioned throughout. Each cabin has individual air-conditioning and heating controls.

Dietary Requirements

If you have made a special request, Riviera Travel will do their utmost to see that your wishes are carried out. However, they cannot guarantee that your requests will be met.  

Disabled Facilities

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to contact us or call us on 01283 688 518 to discuss these concerns.MooringDue to the popularity of river cruising at some mooring places, or where our ship is moored alongside another vessel, access to the ship may be via the sun deck and require the navigation of steps so passengers must be able to walk on and off the ship themselves, without the use of crutches or other aids, as gangplanks can be positioned at a steep angle.On boardOur ships are not adapted for wheelchair access; if you are intending to take a wheelchair or mobility scooter with you, it is essential that you please contact us to let us know. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be used on excursions however cannot be used on board the ships due to safety reasons and must not be left in corridors, the lounge or restaurant or any other public areas, but must be stored at reception.River cruises operate with a smaller crew than ocean cruises and do not have the crew available to personally attend to passengers with reduced mobility; therefore, a travelling companion would need to be able to help with any physical needs.Whilst most of our ships have a lift on board, it does not operate to all decks.River cruising on European rivers offers the opportunity to take in the scenery from the comfort of the ship. If you are unable to do some of the shore excursions, your river cruise can still be enjoyable and worthwhile, so please contact us with any concerns or questions you may have.Shore ExcursionsFor our river cruises which include an extension and feature a hotel stay, the hotels we use have been chosen due to their location and standard, the facilities offered can differ, it is therefore important that we make the appropriate enquiries with our suppliers on your behalf to ensure any special needs or requests can be catered for.AccommodationFor our river cruises which include an extension and feature a hotel stay, the hotels we use have been chosen due to their location and standard, the facilities offered can differ, it is therefore important that we make the appropriate enquiries with our suppliers on your behalf to ensure any special needs or requests can be catered for.Overseas Transport ArrangementsAll of our tours involve coach travel. The coaches we use have not been adapted for wheelchair access.Air TravelWe are able to arrange airport assistance, from the check-in desk to the plane, for anyone with reduced mobility. This is a free service which must be arranged with the airline prior to travel. If you would like us to arrange this assistance for you it needs to be pre-booked more than 48 hours before your flight departs.EurostarIf you have reduced mobility and are travelling by Eurostar to your cruise, please contact us. Should you need to travel in your own wheelchair, Eurostar does have specially adapted wheelchair spaces which need to be pre-booked. If you would like assistance at St. Pancras, we can provide you with information and contact details for Eurostar Assist, although we cannot reserve this service for you directly.

Dress Code

There is no requirement to bring formal dress - smart/casual is acceptable for both day and evening as there is no dress code enforced.However, men are requested not to wear shorts for dinner or vest tops at any time in the dining room. You may wish to wear a jacket and tie for dinner.The Chef's Dinner offers the opportunity, should you wish, for more special attire

Drinks Packages

We have a drinks package included for all European river cruises in 2024, 2025 and 2026.Superior Drinks PackageFor all 2024 and 2025 European river cruises:Over lunch in our restaurants enjoy unlimited drinks from a choice of:Red, white, rosé and sparkling house wine, including non-alcoholicDraught beer, including non-alcoholicA selection of soft drinks and juicesThen from 6 pm until midnight in our bar and restaurants, enjoy all of the above, plus unlimited drinks from a choice of:Our cocktail and mocktail of the dayHouse spirits and mixers (including gin, vodka, rum and whisky)A recommended regional wine during dinnerMartini & Sherry pre-dinnerPort & Brandy after dinnerAll-inclusive drinks packageAvailable on 2026 European river cruise departuresAvailable from 10am to midnight each day:Red, white, rosé and sparkling house wine, including non-alcoholic?A choice of draught beer, including non-alcoholic?A selection of soft drinks and juices??Our cocktail and mocktail of the day?House spirits and mixers including vodka, gin, rum, whisky, martini, sherry, brandy, port and Baileys (excluding liqueurs)Daily recommended wines ?Tea and coffee from the bar 

Laundry Service

A limited laundry service is available on board, except on the day of disembarkation. A dry cleaning service is not available.

Medical Facilities

There are no on-board medical personnel, although specific crew members will have basic first aid training. However, the ship can stop at any time to transfer any passenger requiring emergency medical attention to local medical facilities.If you have any concerns about your health whilst on tour, please see your Cruise Director or Concierge. They will be able to advise you about chemists and availability of doctors, etc.In an emergency you could always phone our emergency number as issued on your itinerary. 

Responsible Travel

As a travel company that curates holidays across the globe, we’re acutely aware of how important it is to look after the world we live and travel in.We see the impact that travel can have when it’s used as a force for good to give back the destinations we visit. It’s essential to protect the world we love exploring for future generations to enjoy.As the UK’s leading curated tour and river cruise operator, we have an important role to play. We have an ethical obligation to ensure the way we work is based around a solid Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy (excuse the jargon! We prefer to call it 'Doing The Right Thing') and we’re also in a privileged position to be able to influence our partners and suppliers to ensure our efforts aren’t just surface level.Responsible Travel has become increasingly important to both Riviera Travel’s guests and staff, but we absolutely want to avoid greenwashing – the act of making it seem like a company is being sustainable and ethical to attract eco-conscious travellers – and do something that’s genuinely impactful and meaningful. This is one of our guiding principles. The other fundamental principle is that we don’t want to compromise Riviera Travel guests experience. Your enjoyment of your holiday is our top priority, so we’ve put a lot of time and effort into creating four Responsible Travel Pillars that considers both our guests’ experiences and our impact on the planet.Our Responsible Travel PillarsSustainabilityOur goal: Halve our business use of paper and plasticsOur ambition is to reduce our paper and plastics usage by 50% by 2025 by better using technology to allow us to rely less on printed materials, developing an enhanced digital brochure, and replacing plastic luggage tags with quality reusable tags.Operating EthicallyOur goal: Setting high standards for ourselves and our suppliersWe're rolling out a Supplier Ethics Policy which sets out our minimum standards of how our partners should conduct themselves, as well as a Hotel Sustainability Checklist, to gauge the sustainability efforts of our hotel partners.Carbon FootprintOur goal: Reduce our carbon footprint by 20% within 5 yearsWorking with eCollective, our ambition is to reduce our carbon footprint by 20% by 2028 - including customer travel and within our business - by setting short- and long-term goals both at our office and on our holidays.CharityOur goal: Make a meaningful contribution to a charity we believe inWe will be supporting our new charity partner Practical Action with £1 donated for every guest who travels with us, and also offering our customers the opportunity to round up their booking to give an additional donation if they wish.

Smoking and E-Cigarette Policy

Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted anywhere on board except for designated areas on the sun deck.More and more countries in Europe are adopting a stricter legislation on smoking in public places. Smoking is not allowed on any public transport and there may be other restrictions in hotels, bars and restaurants.

Special Dietary Requirements

The minimum age limit is 12 years old at the date of departure.We reserve the right to limit the number of children on any particular cruise.Any minor must be accompanied by and share a cabin with an adult aged 21 or over.If the adult is not the minor’s parent, a ‘Parental Consent Guardianship Form’ must be signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to sailing.

What's Included

  • Daily meals

    Daily breakfast, five lunches, two dinners, and a Captain’s Dinner are included.

  • Tours and visits

    Tours and visits as mentioned in the itinerary are included.

  • Port taxes

    All port taxes are included.

  • Expert guides

    English-speaking expert guides are included.

  • Tour manager

    The services of a Riviera Travel tour manager are included.

  • Weather conditions

    In the event of unsatisfactory weather conditions, the captain reserves the right to alter or reschedule the itinerary.

  • Mobility requirement

    Due to the size of the ship, there is no lift between decks; therefore, a reasonable degree of mobility is required to negotiate the stairs and overall design.

  • Guided tour of Dubrovnik

    A guided tour of Dubrovnik's old town is included.

  • Guided tour of Split

    A guided tour of Split and Emperor Diocletian’s monumental palace is included.

  • Guided tour of Korcula

    A guided tour of Korcula, one of the Adriatic’s most perfectly preserved medieval ports, is included.

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Mode of Transport

Sail aboard the MS Adriatic Sun, a smaller yacht cruiser that navigates between charming islands and ports inaccessible to larger liners, offering spectacular coastal views and idyllic swim stops along the stunning Dalmatian coastline.

Accommodation

Experience the comfort of the four-star MS Adriatic Sun, your home for seven nights, offering a cozy cabin and a welcoming atmosphere with a limited group of just twenty passengers, ensuring a personalized and intimate cruise experience.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included during the tour?

    The tour includes daily breakfast, five lunches, two dinners, and a Captain's Dinner.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, the itinerary includes guided tours of Dubrovnik's old town, Korčula, Mljet's national park, and Split, among others.

  • What happens if the weather conditions are not suitable during the cruise?

    In the event of unsatisfactory weather conditions, the captain reserves the right to alter or reschedule the itinerary.

  • Is there any requirement regarding mobility for this tour?

    Yes, due to the size of the ship, there is no lift between decks, so a reasonable degree of mobility is required to negotiate the stairs and overall design.

  • What is the maximum number of passengers on this cruise?

    The cruise accommodates just twenty passengers in total, allowing for a more intimate experience.

  • Will there be opportunities to swim during the cruise?

    Yes, there are several swim stops included in the itinerary, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful waters of the Adriatic.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For almost 40 years

  • I have reduced mobility; can I still travel?

    We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to contact us to discuss these concerns

  • Do I require travel insurance?

    It is a condition of booking that you carry suitable travel insurance.

  • What is my luggage allowance?

    You will receive details of your luggage allowance with your final travel documents, which are sent approximately 10 days prior to your date of departure.

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David Clarke (Google Reviewer)  

This review is for the...

08-Aug-2023

This review is for the italian Lake Como trip Aug 1-8 Wow what a trip. Riviera from start to finish were excellent the booking and help line answering questions were very good and clear. The travel booklet you get is laid out that it is simple to read and follow with step by step info from booking in to flights to meeting the guides. Our guide Matt Purse was just the best guide and real credit to Riviera with his knowledge and straight forward approach to running the trips. Matt kept us informed and told us all the sort of info you want to know without going over the top....This chap should teach other reps ..thank you so much. The coaches they use are all clean and well equipped with usb chargers and have aircon. The places chosen to visit were well researched even down to where coaches park or drop you off. The Bernina Express was the highlight for our family and matts photo tip was welcomed. The only down point was the hotel,a little dated and evening meal in main restuarant was a bit of a let down. I think we were lucky with our room on level 7 and with balcony as the walls are very thin and noise travels. We would book again with riviera

Barbara Shillaker (Google Reviewer)  

I have been on three...

11-Jan-2024

I have been on three trips with Riviera Travel so far, with two more booked during 2024. Highly recommended. Excellent tour guides. Great program of visits. Great hotels used.

Dawn Curzons (Google Reviewer)  

Just returned from my first...

18-Oct-2024

Just returned from my first Riviera tour ,Valencia and the orange grove coast for solo travellers an̈d despite challenges due to two public holidays and things closing, it was managed excellently by the tour manager. Would not hesitate to use Riviera again. Pleased to find a replacement after very bad service from Titan in the past.

Julie Berry (Google Reviewer)  

What a fantastic holiday to...

29-May-2024

What a fantastic holiday to Canada on the Rocky Mountaineer & Alaska Cruise. If you are thinking of booking this do it right now. From start to finish everything was great. The hotels, the transport and the cruise. The rep was absolutely fabulous. If you have ‘B’ as your rep you will make a friend. She is so full of knowledge. We went on this trip with strangers and left it as friends.

Mrs Bodnarec (Google Reviewer)  

Thankyou Riviera and all the...

28-Apr-2024

Thankyou Riviera and all the staff on the William Wordsworth Danube River cruise. My husband and i have just travelled on the Danube to celebrate my husbands 60th and we had such a lovely experience. We were younger than most of the travellers but we met so many lovely people so this wasnt a problem. The staff were so lovely and professional. The service we experienced was so high. The boat was beautiful, the food amazing and the excursions were informative and well managed. I would definately recommend riviera as a company. In fact we are now considering their Japan holiday.

Jean Libaert (Google Reviewer)  

Fantastic small boat cruise from...

29-Sep-2024

Fantastic small boat cruise from Split to Porec and then by catamaran to Venice. Well done Riviera for another wonderful holiday. Would recommend this company and all their small boat cruises (just completed our 3rd!).

Paul Carpenter (Google Reviewer)  

First River Cruise and the...

25-Aug-2024

First River Cruise and the first time with Riviera but it won't be the last. The holiday exceeded our expectations. From the reps we spoke to when booking, to the staff and crew on board, they were all very friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Everything was well organised and made for a very enjoyable holiday. The boat was very clean, plenty of space in the cabin and on deck and the food was some of the best I have ever tasted. Plenty to see along the Rhine, with castles, towns passing by at a nice sedate pace and watching the other craft using the Rhine. Highly recommend.

Jeff Aliño-Abbott (Google Reviewer)  

We had a wonderful time...

17-Sep-2024

We had a wonderful time in a beautiful area. The tour was so well organised and supported by charming and knowledgable Riviera guides. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Really excellent and will definitely book again.

Valerie Pascoe  

We would go again in a heartbeat

22-Jan-2022

Oh my goodness, what a relief it was to actually get away! Full marks to all at Riviera for keeping us up to date before our trip and for the help so cheerfully and patiently given with the extra admin that Covid brought our way. We felt totally safe with the measures taken on board, thank you very much for this. Without exception, Staff were fantastic and our every need was attended to. The additional Covid testing ran smoothly, organised by our Riviera Reps. The guided tours were most interesting: the guides very knowledgeable and more importantly, interesting to listen to. We loved this trip and would do it again in a heartbeat. Thank you again Riviera, you were FAB!

Barbara Parkes (Google Reviewer)  

Presently in Croatia staying at...

22-Sep-2023

Presently in Croatia staying at Arauana Hotel, supposedly a 4 star property, but wouldn't give it any star rating. Rooms are small and dirty. Wallpaper blistering. Meals served in a shed like lean-to. Food like warm, greasy and always self service. Second holiday with Riviera this year and neither at standard advertised. Have travelled with them previously and everything was fine, but standards have really dropped. Have booked a holiday with them next year and now dreading it. Certainly don't provide the standard advertised. We have never stayed in such a hovel and have visited youngsters in back packers accommodation which was far better than this supposedly 4 star accommodation. There are no indoor bars or lounges only a shed as a so called restaurant. Absolutely disgusting. Won't be boking with them again

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