Summer Adriatic Highlights Cruise - 7 Nights - MS Agape Rose Date: 13 July - 20 July 2019 - Beyond Capricorn
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Summer Adriatic Highlights Cruise
7 Nights - MS Agape Rose
Date: 13 July – 20 July 2019
NOW FROM ONLY £1,699 per person
Small ship, casual cruising is the perfect way
to explore the picturesque coastal towns and
stunning islands of Croatia. Join Prestige
Holidays on-board the MS Agape Rose on our
exclusively chartered departure. As well as a
Cruise Manager and an attentive crew on-
board you will be accompanied by a Prestige
Holidays Tour Manager who will be on hand
to ensure your holiday is completely carefree.
We have included two excursions to enhance your experience.
The MS Agape Rose is a sleek motorised cruiser and has been popular with Prestige Holidays guests
since it entered service in 2017. There are just 19 en-suite outside cabins located on three decks.
Half board is provided on board with meals served buffet style.
The dress code is casual, so just relax and enjoy the picturesque scenery as you sail from Omiš to
Dubrovnik. En-route you will explore some of the “off the beaten track” ports of call, not visited by
the mega cruise ships, and see UNESCO World Heritage sites in Split, Trogir, Hvar and Dubrovnik.
There will be ample opportunity to take an evening stroll and enjoy the evening ambiance in cafes
and bars when berthed in port overnight. When dinner is not served on-board, the cruise manager
can recommend a restaurant or Konoba (tavern) to sample local cuisine.
ITINERARY
Saturday 13 July 2019 UK - EMBARKATION OMIŠ (D)
Fly from your chosen UK airport to Split airport, Croatia.
The transfer from the airport to Omiš, will take
approximately 1¼ hours.
Embarkation to the Agape Rose begins from 14:00 hours.
For any earlier arrivals, luggage can be stored on-board.
Guests can then explore the town of Omiš before cabins
become available to occupy from 14:00 hours. Dinner
will be served on-board.ⱡ
Overnight in Omiš
Sunday 14 July 2019 OMIS – PUCISCA – SPLIT (B, L)
Waking up and enjoying breakfast with the stunning backdrop of the town of Omiš will
make guests eager to participate in the included excursion along the River Cetina and
through its magnificent canyon. Travelling by small boat you will be up close to the
dramatic canyon and experience exceptional natural beauty.
Later the Agape Rose sails to Pučišća which is nested in a beautiful bay on the island of
Brač. The area has numerous stone quarries that yield
some of the whitest and best quality limestone in the
world.
Suffice to say that pillars of this snow-white stone
decorate the façade of the White House in Washington
DC and the Bundestag in Berlin.
After docking at Pučišća, you can join an *optional visit
to a stonemasonry school nearby where you will learn of
the Brač limestone, and the centuries-old tradition of
stonemasonry including the unconventional tools they used. Lunch will be served on-board.
Split is our final port of today. Upon arrival you are free to enjoy the Old Town and
familiarize yourself with the monumental Diocletian Palace built over 1700 years ago or you
can join an *optional guided walking tour of Split. Because of its historical and architectural
importance, the whole Old Town is part of the UNESCO’s List of World Cultural Heritage.
Later you can mix with the locals enjoying a cup of coffee on their beloved seaside
promenade.
Overnight in Split
Monday 15 July 2019 SPLIT – ŠIBENIK (Excursion to Skradin and Trogir) (B,D)
When sailing along the Croatian coast, surpassing the beauty around you may seem like an
impossible task. However, there are sites on the mainland which match them, such as the
Krka River and its stunning estuary. A coach excursion today takes you to the small town of
Skradin, the guardian of the mouth of River Krka, and the gateway to its National Park, with
serene lakes and seven waterfalls. You will have free time to visit Krka National Park,
entrance is paid locally.
The tour continues on to Trogir, a petite island bridged to the mainland and a perfect
showcase of stunning architecture founded upon Greek and Roman heritage. Trogir is
another UNESCO heritage site and the Cathedral of St. Lawrence houses the Renaissance
Chapel of St. John which offers sweeping views from its bell tower. Parts of the medieval
city walls remain intact.
Upon arrival in Šibenik, you can join an optional walking tour. Stroll with your guide
through the narrow and steep alleys; pass by the Gothic-Renaissance Cathedral of St.
James which is located in the main town square. The Cathedral is a unique monument of
the European sacral architecture, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Overnight in Šibenik.
Tuesday 16 July 2019 ŠIBENIK – VIS (B, L)
Pass the stunning waterfront of Šibenik as the Agape Rose navigates the narrow channel
of St. Anthony out to the open seas and on to the Island of Vis.
During World War 2, Vis was the base for Tito and his partisan movement. However, today
you may recognize Vis as the stunning location for the
film Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.
Join an *optional guided tour to hear insights into
the tumultuous history of Vis.
Overnight in Vis
Wednesday 17 July 2019 VIS – HVAR – KORCULA (B, D- Captains Dinner)
Set off early morning to Hvar. Hvar, known as the UNESCO Island, has endless fields of
lavender and is one of the sunniest of 1200 Croatian Islands. Hvar town has immense beauty
that buzzes with vibrant energy in the summer sun. Upon arrival, you have the option to
join a local guide for a walk around its ancient streets. After the tour of Hvar you will set sail
to Korčula Island.
Korčula is the alleged birthplace of the renowned
traveller Marco Polo. You can explore
independently or join the *optional guided tour of
the old town.
The Captain will dine with guests on-board this
evening.
Overnight in Korčula
Thursday 18 July 2019 KORČULA – MLJET – SLANO (B, L)
This morning we sail to the Island of Mljet. The incredible national park on the island has
two salt lakes connected to the sea via a narrow canal.
Nature enthusiasts can walk, cycle here and even kayak
to the small islet in the middle of the lake. Alternatively
if you join the **optional excursion – the guide will
take you to the entrance of the National Park where
you will walk and take a short boat trip to visit the
charming 12th-century Monastery of St. Mary.
Lunch will be served on-board and a refreshing swim
can be taken prior to sailing to the mainland and the small settlement of Slano.
Close by is the small town of Ston, It is known for its 5km of preserved walls, strong
Dalmatian wine, succulent oysters and its centuries old salt works. The optional tour the
“Taste of Dalmatia” highlights some of these treasures and you visit a local winery with
a tasting experience. Alternatively just relax in Slano.
Overnight in Slano
Friday 19 July 2019 SLANO – DUBROVNIK (Gruž) (B, L)
After breakfast we set sail to Dubrovnik. We will pass
the mighty city walls, before dropping anchor in the
port of Gruž.
Upon arrival for guests who purchased the *optional
walking tour a transfer is arranged to the Old Town,
Pile Gate where you will join a guided tour*. A local
expert will show you around this fascinating world-
renowned
UNESCO heritage site. Dubrovnik was for centuries a standalone Republic and the only
power able to compete with the Venetians and has a fascinating history. After the tour you
will have free time to explore Dubrovnik and make you own way back to the ship. You can
take the cable-car to the top of the hill overlooking Dubrovnik, for wonderful photo
opportunities, walk the walls or just enjoy the enchanting ambience in a café, bar or
restaurant of your choice.
Overnight in Dubrovnik
*Dubrovnik Tour - optional walking tour/package - with a one-way coach transfer from
Dubrovnik port (Gruz) to the Old town
Saturday 20 July 2019 DUBROVNIK - UK (B)
Breakfast will be served on-board. Bid farewell to the Captain, Cruise Manager and the
Crew of the Agape Rose.
09:00 Disembarkation
Transfer from the ship to Dubrovnik Airport for your flight to the UK.
What’s Included?
• Return flights: outbound to Split and inbound from Dubrovnik
• Hold baggage allowance: 1 piece per person depending on your airline
• Overseas transfers: from/to the airport and to/from the ship
• 7 nights cruise on-board the MS Agape Rose in your chosen cabin category
• Welcome aboard drink and snack
• Half board basis: (Served Buffet Style)
Breakfast and light lunch
(Except on day 1, 3 and 5 when dinner is included instead of lunch)
• Complimentary ½ litre of water with lunch or dinner
• Complimentary afternoon snack, plus fresh fruit and tea/coffee available
throughout the day
• Free Wi-Fi on-board in selected areas
• Coach Excursion: Skradin and Trogir (entrance to Krka National Park not included)
• Excursion: Cetina River Canyon Boat Trip and Vis Island Tour
• Services of Cruise Manager and crew on-board the Agape Rose
• Escorted by a Prestige Holidays Tour Manager (subject to reaching minimum numbers)
Excludes:
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Taxes & fees; €40.00 per person (or Kuna equivalent - payable on-board in cash only)
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Personal expenditure
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Beverages and alcohol (other than above)
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Tips & gratuities (crew on-board the ship and on excursions)
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Beach towel hire approximately €3.00 per week (or Kuna equivalent)
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Laundry service available at selected ports
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Entrance to Krka River and Mljet National Park
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Entrance to Ston ancient walls
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Travel insurance
YOUR SHIP: MS AGAPE ROSE MS Agape Rose was commissioned in June 2017. The sleek motorised boat is 48.5m in length, 8.5m wide and has a cruising speed of 9 knots. She has capacity for just 38 guests (in double occupancy) and cabins are located on three decks, upper, main and lower. On the main deck and the upper deck there is a guest shower room. The upper deck houses a fully air-conditioned salon-restaurant that seats all guests in one sitting, with a fully equipped bar and LCD TV. At the rear of the boat you can find a shaded lounge area with club tables and comfortable sofas. The top “sun deck “provides 155m2 of outdoor space and is equipped with sun loungers and a hot tub. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the salon and in the aft of the boat. CABIN SIZES (approximate) Lower deck cabins: 15 -19 m2 (including bathroom Main& Upper deck cabins: 14 -18 m2 including bathroom Cabin furnishings include a cupboard, a cabinet and a window or a porthole. All cabins are equipped with power plugs and LCD TVs. Bathrooms are fully equipped with a shower, toilet, hairdryer and a vanity with a basin. Important Notes: On-board the ship, you will need to be able to negotiate gangways and stairs and be able to step from ship to ship. On occasions the ships are moored against each other and you will need to step across to the next ship and so on. Some early morning departures from ports may cause disturbance from engine noise. The vessel is not suitable for guests with restricted mobility or wheelchair users. There is no lift on-board.
Rates per person
Deck Cabin £pp Twin Share SAVINGS Cost £pp Twin Share
(from^) (from^)
Lower Deck Double/Twin £2,299 £600 pp £1,699
£1,200 per
cabin
Main Deck Double/Twin £2,409 £550 pp £1,859
£1,100 per
cabin
Upper Deck Double £2,459 £550 pp £1,909
(restricted) £1,100 per
cabin
Lower Deck Sole £2,499 £200 pp/ £2,299
Occupancy per cabin
Norwegian 13-Jul-19 DY2600 LGW/SPU 18:05/21:30
20-Jul-19 DY2605 DBV/LGW 10:35/12:20
ⱡ (Where a flight arrives late the evening meal may be a cold selection).
^ Final price is subject to flight arrangements, depending on the airline and UK departure airport,
which will be discussed at the time of booking. The savings offer is capacity controlled and may be
changed or withdrawn at any time without notice.
Regional flights available from: Stansted, Manchester, Dublin – ask for a quotation.
A cabin for sole occupancy is limited to the lower deck and subject to availability.
Booking Conditions:
Deposit required is £475 per person or full payment if booked within 10 weeks of departure. This
will be confirmed at the time of booking. The cruise itinerary and daily schedule is subject to change
depending on weather and operational limitations. This cruise is operated in conjunction with our
partner Elite Travel, who reserves the right to change the vessel provider.
During walking tours and excursions you will be walking on cobblestone or uneven surfaces and
natural paths, through the towns, national parks and ports. Excursions are un-suitable for guests
with restricted mobility.
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