Kvarner Bay Islands Cruise: Opatija, Rab, Zadar, Lošinj and more 12 Apr, 2025

Escorted Touring / Croatia

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Amazing Experience

Overview

Trip Overview

This 8-day Croatia cruise sets sail from Opatija, taking a mix of Adriatic highlights and lesser known gems.

Spend your first evening in Krk, one of the most varied of villages in the region. Then set sail for Rab Island, where medieval walls still watch over the city. Visitors however might prefer the view from nearby Kamenjak Hill. Sail to Zadar, following a short swimming stop on Maun Island. Zadar is the Dalmatia’s historic economic centre, and maintains the role today. Enjoy the highlights on a city tour, including the 2000 year old Roman Forum, and the Church of St Donatius.

Cruise to one of the lesser known islands north of Zadar, docking at the tiny harbour of either Molat or Olib. This is your chance to appreciate the natural beauty of the islands with few other tourists around you. A Captain’s dinner party awaits you back on board that evening. As you sail on, admire the beautiful flowers of Ilovik, and the ‘sunshine island’ Losinj. The popular tourist area of Cikat Bay is particularly good for beach going or windsurfing if you’re so inclined.

The first thing that will strike you about Cres Island is its towering forests, with the wineries and olive plantations perhaps close behind. In fact, this island has been inhabited since the Stone Age, with remains scattered across it, along with neighbouring Losinj, which used to be part of the same island until the Romans separated them by digging an artificial channel. Finally, return to Opatija, with an afternoon to explore the local villages before a farewell party aboard ship.

Highlights

Departures

Departs from Opatija:
Saturdays, 12 April to 18 October

 

Trip Includes

  • Private arrival and departure transfers
  • 8-day cruise in an air-conditioned cabin with en-suite bathroom including:
    • Daily breakfast (excluding day 1), 7 lunches, Captain's Dinner
    • Daily cabin service
    • Mid-week fresh set of towels and bed linen
    • Luggage handling
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi

 

Trip Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Visa fees, if applicable

Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from", per person, based on twin share. Subject to availability. The hotels have been hand-picked from an extensive portfolio of quality properties across Europe and to ensure the very best experience on each of our tours, hotels may vary to those listed in this itinerary.

Departure at 13h with lunch on board. Late arrivals can join in Krk, the homonymous town of the largest Croatian island. The first swim stop en route to refresh and enjoy the crystal clear seawater. Krk has diverse villages of various sizes, stunning promenades, dramatic rock faces with tiny islands and hundreds of hidden bays and beaches. There's a buzz along the waterfront of Krk Town, have a drink in one of the many bars or choose a restaurant for a tasty dinner.

Overnight in Krk.

Meal

Lunch

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

After breakfast, cruise towards Rab, known as the ''Island of love''. On arrival, join a guided tour (included on Premium Superior & Premium) to see imposing stone walls and Romanesque church towers, churches, palaces, stone streets and ancient facades. Many streets and squares are open-air galleries, as artists work outside. Do not miss tasting the famous cake ''Rapska torta'' (included on Premium Superior & Premium). If weather permits, walk up to the Kamenjak hill and watch the magnificent sunset. Overnight in Rab.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

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Morning cruise from Rab towards Zadar, travelling by Pag island with its unusual moon-like landscape. Swim stop on the tiny Maun Island. Upon arrival to Zadar, join the optional guided tour (included on Premium Superior & Premium). Once the metropolis of Dalmatia, today, Zadar is the centre of the region. The rich cultural heritage is visible at every turn: the Roman Forum dating to the 1st century AD, the church of St. Donatus dating to the 9th century AD - the most famous Medieval basilica and symbol of the city, the imposing and mighty city walls, numerous palaces and villas of former noble families. Great restaurants line part of the waterfront and the centre of town. Famous, contemporary creations are the Zadar Sea Organ, one of a kind in the world (listen to the sound) and ''The Greeting to the Sun'' light installation.

Overnight in Zadar.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Early departure towards Molat or Olib island (depending on the available harbour space) in the northern part of the Zadar archipelago. Think pure peace and serenity. Tonight, enjoy the Captain's dinner party on board (included on Premium Superior & Premium).

Overnight in the harbour.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

After breakfast and the morning swim, cruise towards Ilovik. It may have only a few hundred inhabitants but Ilovik has lovely bays and crystal clear water. A short stop before departure towards Lošinj, known as the ''sunshine island'' and for its abundance of pines, wildflowers and herbs. Lošinj is one of the most popular islands on the northern Adriatic waters for its hidden coves and cool Mediterranean vibe. On arrival, stroll along the pretty waterfront, visit the museum of Apoxiomenos or walk up to the Lošinj Aromatic Garden full of indigenous herbs and plants. The small town of Veli Lošinj is easy to reach if you want to explore on foot.

Overnight in Mali Lošinj.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Departure towards Cres after breakfast and the morning swim. This unspoiled island of long and narrow shape is abundant with olive groves, vineyards, forests of oak, beech and remarkable stone walls. Cres and Mali Lošinj were once connected as one island, before the Romans dug a narrow channel to separate them. Spend the night in the port of Cres, a typical medieval town.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

After breakfast, departure towards Opatija. The famous Opatija Riviera is best seen from the sea. On arrival in the afternoon, join a walking tour of Opatija (included on Premium Superior). Stroll the longest lungomare (seaside promenade) in Croatia or stop in Volosko, a traditional fishing village with some of the best fish restaurants in the country. On the last night on board, have a farewell party under the stars. This would be a great time to swap contact details with new friends and plan the return trip. Many people come back, again and again.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

 

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

Katarina Line Premium Ships are between 32.5m (107 ft) to 37.5m (140 ft) in length and 8m (2 6 ft) to 9m (29 ft) meters wide vessels, with a minimum cruising speed of nine nautical miles. Built with latest state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, these luxury vessels normally offer a capacity of 38 passengers in 19 twin or double cabins, guaranteeing an intimate setting for the passengers.

Katarina Line Premium Vessel

After breakfast say goodbye to the crew. You are free to make your onward travel arrangements from here.

Meal

Breakfast

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