Venice and the Dalmatian Coast

Venice and The Dalmatian Coast
10 Days / 9 Nights

Cruise the Dalmatian Coast, dotted with ancient forts and castles, and looking much as it did during the Age of Sail. The sleek yacht, Le Levant, takes just 90 Tauck guests on this Croatia travel adventure. Thrill to the sight of palaces, cathedrals, walled cities, citadels, and amphitheaters from the Greek, Roman, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque epochs in history. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites on visits to Dubrovnik, Venice, Kotor, Sibenik's Cathedral, and Diocletian's Palace in Split. Enjoy a wine tasting and a Moreska cultural performance. Spend two nights in Venice to take in the rich treasures of the lagoon city

Tour Discoveries

International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).
Land / Cruise Price includes private Tauck shore excursions, cruise fare, port charges, wine with dinner aboard Le Levant, and gratuities to ship staff and Tauck Directors.
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before your tour begins and about our comprehensive Cruise Protection Plan.

Tour Itinerary

1. Arrive Venice
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, San Clemente Palace, Venice, Italy. Transfers from Venice’s Marco Polo Airport are included to the San Clemente Palace, set amidst quiet open courtyards on a private island in the beautiful Venetian lagoon. Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner. Meals D

2. Experience the Pleasures of Venice
With the expert eyes of a local guide, discover the treasures of Piazza San Marco (St. Mark’s Square), the center of Venetian life. Visit dramatic St. Mark’s Basilica, and marvel at the sumptuous Doges’ Palace. Explore Venice at your leisure this afternoon. Meals B

3. Venetian Islands / Embark Le Levant
Visit the picturesque islands of the Venetian Lagoon. Explore Murano, famous for glass production since the 10th century, and discover lively Burano, renowned for lacemaking and brightly colored houses. This afternoon, board your private yacht Le Levant for welcome cocktails followed by dinner. Meals BD

4. Historic Croatia - Sibenik / Split
Le Levant docks this morning in Sibenik, Croatia, a city ruled through time by the Hungarian-Croats, Venetians, French, and Austrians. After visiting Sibenik’s Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, drive south along the Adriatic coast. Arrive in Split and take a walking tour through Diocletian’s Palace, another World Heritage Site. Meals BLD

5. Treasures of Hvar
A sightseeing tour of the town of Hvar includes a visit to the Cathedral of St. Stephen. Enjoy expansive views from Spanjol Fortress, located high above the town, before a walking tour of Stari Grad. The Dalmatian Coast produces some exceptional wine – enjoy a wine tasting before returning to Hvar Town for the rest of the day, or join us for an optional rigorous hike in the countryside. Meals BLD

6. Montenegro – Kotor / Sveti Stefan
Le Levant’s entrance into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, one of the few fjords in the region, is memorable. With roots dating back to the site of a 3rd-century Roman military outpost, the fortress city of Kotor was a Byzantine stronghold in the 6th century; a walking tour includes the Naval Museum. Travel to Sveti Stefan, a well-known island resort, before returning to Le Levant. Meals BLD

7. Dubrovnik, Gem of the Adriatic
Dubrovnik’s well-preserved 15th-century old town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site; sightseeing includes visits to the historic main square, the Dominican Monastery, the Rector’s Palace, and Dubrovnik Synagogue. The rest of the day is spent in port; there’s lots to explore! Meals BLD

8. Korcula / Kornati National Park
Journey today to the beautiful island of Korcula, with its lush vineyards, olive trees, and lovely medieval town, thought to be the childhood home of Marco Polo. A walking tour precedes a private performance of Moreska folklore. Following some free time, spend a relaxing afternoon at sea cruising through Kornati National Park. Meals BLD

9. Istria / Pula, Croatia
A special day awaits exploring the Istrian peninsula. Travel to Rovinj, one of the most photogenic towns in the Mediterranean. A visit to the town of Pula includes the Roman Amphitheatre, believed to be the best preserved in the world. Return to the ship, and join us tonight for a farewell reception and dinner. Meals BLD

10. Journey Home
Tour ends: Venice’s Marco Polo Airport 2 1/2 hours before our selected flights. A transfer from Le Levant to the airport is included; allow a minimum of 2 1/2 hours for check-in. Meals B

2008 Departure Dates

Begins Venice
May 21,28
June 4,11,18,25
Jul 2,9,16

10 Days from $5,890 plus airfare
(9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 8 Dinners)

Land / Cruise Price Per Person

Champlain Deck
Double $5890 / Single $9823 / Triple $5260

La Pérouse Deck
Double $6190 / Single $10,123 / Triple $5560

Bougainville Deck
Double $6690 / Single $11,023 / Triple N/A

International Airfare is additional.
Land / Cruise Price includes private Tauck shore excursions, cruise fare, port charges, wine with dinner aboard Le Levant, and gratuities to ship staff and Tauck Directors.
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before your tour begins and about our comprehensive Cruise Protection Plan.

Overnight Accommodations

Night 1,2 The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido Resort
Venice, Italy
Night 3-9 Aboard Le Levant
Cruising the Adriatic Sea

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