One way cruise through the historical treasures of the Adriatic
Before you weigh anchor: a bit of boring but necessary logistics
"Am I supposed to sail from Dubrovnik to Trogir? And then what about the boat?" I can hear you all the way over here. Calm down. The time when the yacht had to return to the same port is long gone. Nowadays it is no problem to arrange a one-way cruise. Of course, we'll help you with that on the charter boat.
And how to get there? Forget the 12-hour drive. Dubrovnik, Split and Trogir can be reached for a few crowns. And if you're a greener soul, RegioJet will take you comfortably by train to Split, and FlixBus will take you almost anywhere with one change. So excuses aside.
Day 1: Dubrovnik and Ston - Game of Thrones and Oysters
While the captain looks awfully important and takes over the ship with a checklist in hand, the rest of the crew has a unique chance. Head to the historic centre of Dubrovnik. It's one big UNESCO site and the backdrop for Game of Thrones. Walk the walls and try to imagine dragons overhead.
If the crowds don't tempt you, weigh anchor and sail a little further to Ston. Three fortresses linked by massive walls, nicknamed the "European Great Wall". And as a bonus? The area is renowned for breeding the finest oysters. So dinner is a no-brainer.
Day 2: Korcula - Dubrovnik in a pocket edition
Korcula is like the younger, prettier and somewhat overlooked sister of Dubrovnik. Same stone streets, same atmosphere, but without the crowds nipping at your heels. Add to that lively folklore (their Moreška fencing dance is a treat), great local wine and olive oil. What more could you ask for?
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Day 3: Gradac - First Taste of Makarska
After two days packed with history, it's time for a little peace and quiet. Gradac is your gateway to the Makarska Riviera. A small, friendly resort with famously beautiful pebble beaches and a harbour that can only accommodate smaller boats. It's said to have a record number of sunny days a year. I don't know, I didn't count them, but I got a decent tan.
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Day 4: Makarska Riviera or Brac? The choice is yours
Here you have a choice. Do you want bustle, promenades and evening life? Stay on the coast and anchor in Makarska or the slightly quieter Brela.
Or do you crave silence that almost hurts? Turn to the east coast of Brac. There you'll find deserted coves with beaches not mentioned in the guidebooks. It'll be just you, the sea and the cicadas.
Day 5: Omis - In the Pirate's Nest
Omis is love. A town huddled at the mouth of the Cetina River, squeezed into a dramatic mountain gorge. It was once a dreaded pirate's nest. Nowadays, no one robs you of your treasures, but their legacy is felt at every turn. Climb Mirabella Fortress or even higher up Fortica. The view is worth every drop of sweat.
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Day 6: Split and Solin - Antiquity on every corner
Split is a kind of historical supermarket. The entire city centre is basically one huge Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You could wander around for a week and still discover something new. A word of advice: make a plan or you'll get lost in all the beauty.
And just when you think you can't handle any more antiquity, throw in Solin. It's a small town right next to Split, which is one of the most important archaeological sites in Croatia. Ruins everywhere you look.
Day 7: Trogir - Sweet spot at the end
And here is the finale. Just when you think no stone lane can surprise you, along comes Trogir. Another UNESCO-listed city whose historic centre is so perfect it's almost kitsch. It's rightfully one of the most visited places in Dalmatia (and the fact that it's right next to the airport probably helps a little, too). The perfect place to end a cruise full of experiences.
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Tak co? Vidíte to? Chorvatsko není jen o smažáku a přeplněných plážích. Je to země s neuvěřitelnou historií, kterou nejlíp objevíte z paluby lodi. Dává vám to svobodu vidět místa, kam se běžný turista nedostane, a zažít Jadran tak, jak ho znali starověcí Římané nebo středověcí piráti.
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