This guided hiking tour in Dalmatia starts on Hvar Island and ends on Brač Island, both stunning places. During your tour, you will explore amazing coastlines, towns and old villages. You will hike the historic islands and explore Mljet National Park, climb some high peaks and relax on the beaches, eat delicious local food and try robust, local wines.

Island Hopping Dalmatia Departures on: May 11th & September 14th 2019

Dalmatia

Croatia is incredibly beautiful, full of rich history, Mediterranean vegetation and mild climate. Without doubt, one of the finest ways of exploring it is on foot.

Saturday Day 1 (L) Omiš HIKE: Omiš - Fortica – Omiš Length: 4 km Duration: 1,5 h Total ascend: 330 m Highest point: 301 m Difficulty level: 3/5 Check-in and departure at 13h. Lunch during the journey to Omiš and time to meet fellow passengers and the crew. Upon arrival in Omiš, walk tour to the Fortica fortress above town which is located on the top of Omiš Dinara. That was an important position for pirates because they could control the huge area on the sea and on the mainland. You can see the whole city, the canyon of Cetina river as well as the islands Brač, Hvar and Šolta. Return to Omiš and overnight. Sunday (B, D) Makarska HIKE: Vošac - Sveti Jure – Voša Length: 11 km Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 550 m Highest point: 1762 m Difficulty level: 3/5 Breakfast during sail from Omiš to Makarska with panoramic cruise at the foot of the mountain Biokovo - the biggest, the hardest and the most beautiful mountain in Dalmatia. After arrival to Makarska, transfer to the mountain hut 'Pod Vošcem' where starts our hiking tour to the highest peak of Biokovo, and at the same time the second highest Croatian peak - Sveti Jure (1762 m). In the close vicinity of the hut is the peak Vošac (1422 m) with beautiful and unforgettable views on the whole Makarska riviera, Omiš, Split and also the island of Brač, Hvar, Korčula, Lastovo and Pelješac peninsula. We continue further, a little uphill then little downhill and so on to the mountain hut. There is a telecommunication tower in the vicinity as well as the peak Sveti Jure, but the climb to the top is secured by rope. After relaxing and enjoying the view to the mainland, the sea and the islands, we go the same way back to the mountain hut and further with transfer to Makarska.

Monday (B, L, CD) Mljet Length: 13 km Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 350 m Highest point: 235 m Difficulty level: 2/5 Morning sail towards the lush green island of Mljet. Breakfast during cruise and enjoy the views of Hvar island, Pelješac peninsula and Korčula island. Arrival to Pomena, lunch on board and afternoon walking tour on National park Mljet, the oldest National park on the Mediterranean. Entrance fee to be paid on the spot approx. 17 EUR per person. The main reason why Mljet is proclaimed national park is definitely its two connected salt water lakes, rich

flora and a unique appearance of the coast, cliffs, rocks and numerous islets. Hike tour to the peak Montokuc (235m) with the wonderful view of the whole Mljet archipelago and neighboring islands. In return, refreshment in salt lakes. Possibility of Captain's dinner on board. Overnight in Pomena. Legend: B – breakfast, L – lunch, D - dinner

ITINERARY:

SWIMMING BREAKS: In good weather and depending on timing we will have regular stops for swimming while the ship anchors in secluded bays approximately 20-30 meters from the beach or after the hike before departure to next island.

HIKE ROUTE: The length of the daily hiking routes is estimated and informative and depends of various detours or short cuts that can be done on route. Sailing and hiking routes may be changed on the spot due to weather conditions and capability of the respective hikers on board. Departure depends on the program.

FOOD: Continental breakfast, lunch or lunch package (depending of the daily program) and dinner on board. During our hiking routes, we will recommend stops at local restaurants where you can sample the local specialties. These meals are not included in the price of the trip but are paid by the customers.

ENTRANCE TICKETS to Mljet National Park and Dragon Cave are not included in price.

NOTES:

Walk & hike cruise with professional guide; recommended hiking equipment (hiking shoes, backpack, extra clothes, rain/sun protection)

Participant agrees to abide to the decisions and instructions given by the guide who reserves the right in changing the itinerary according to weather conditions

Tuesday (B, D) HIKE: Orebić - Sveti Ilija – Orebić Length: 16 km Duration: 6 h Total ascend: 1100 m Highest point: 960 m Difficulty level: 4/5 Before breakfast, cruise towards Pelješac peninsula with the dominant peak of Sveti Ilija (960m). Start of hiking tour from Orebić. Easy climbing to Ruskovići village and then further by a well-built and well-kept hiking path. The trail goes through a pine forest, but also some parts are very steep so caution is necessary. After approx. 3 hours of hiking we reach the peak, which is one of the widest and the most beautiful viewpoint in Croatian mountains. Descend to Orebić taking less steep path with a wonderful view of archipelago of Korčula town. Arrival to Orebić, boarding the ship and short cruise to Korčula town. Dinner on board and overnight. Wednesday (B, L) HIKE: Vela Luka - Hum - Vela spilja - Vela Luka Length: 10 km Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 480 m Highest point: 376 m Difficulty level: 2/5 Breakfast during sail from Omiš to Makarska with panoramic cruise at the foot of the mountain Biokovo - the biggest, the hardest and the most beautiful mountain in Dalmatia. After arrival to Makarska, transfer to the mountain hut 'Pod Vošcem' where starts our hiking tour to the highest peak of Biokovo, and at the same time the second highest Croatian peak - Sveti Jure (1762 m). In the close vicinity of the hut is the peak Vošac (1422 m) with beautiful and unforgettable views on the whole Makarska riviera, Omiš, Split and also the island of Brač, Hvar, Korčula, Lastovo and Pelješac peninsula. We continue further, a little uphill then little downhill and so on to the mountain hut. There is a telecommunication tower in the vicinity as well as the peak Sveti Jure, but the climb to the top is secured by rope. After relaxing and enjoying the view to the mainland, the sea and the islands, we go the same way back to the mountain hut and further with transfer to Makarska.

Thursday (B, D) HIKE: Sveta Nedilja - Sveti Nikola - Stari Grad Length: 15 km Duration: 6 h Total ascend: 680 m Highest point: 628 m Difficulty level: 4/5 Breakfast and cruise to the longest Croatian island - Hvar. Arrival to Sveta Nedija village, disembark from the ship and start of hiking tour to Saint Nicholas (628m), the highest peak of the island. Ascend by road and then macadam path through the numerous vineyards. There is a cross at the edge of the cliff and the neighboring chapel of Saint Nicholas after which the name of the peak comes from. Descend to the other side of the island by less steep path, towards Stari Grad. We go through Stari Grad field - well preserved ancient land division which dates from Greek times. There is a system of paths and plots. Dinner on board and overnight in the harbor of Stari Grad.

Friday (B, L) HIKE: Bol - Vidova gora - Bol Length: 12 km Duration: 3,5 h Total ascend: 850 m Highest point: 780 m Difficulty level: 3/5 Last active day in the week we start with sailing from Stari Grad to Bol with the goal of conquering the highest peak of all Adriatic islands - Vidova gora (780m). Breakfast during sail. We start hike tour in Bol. Paved road through the place and then the attractive built hiking path to the plateau of Vidova gora. Arrival to the top with the stunning view of neighboring island of Hvar, also to Vis, Korčula and Pelješac but also towards the world famous beach The Golden Horn. After relax time, descend the same way back to Bol, boarding the ship and cruise towards Split during lunch. Free afternoon for exploring the town of Diocletian. Overnight in Split. Saturday (B) Breakfast and disembarkation.

DATES & PRICES 2019

WALK & HIKE DALMATIA Departures from SPLIT Saturdays at 13:00h / check in from 11.00 h, check out till 09:00h PRICE PER PERSON in DBL/TWN CABINS IN EUR 7 nights / 8 days with continental breakfast, lunch OR lunch package and dinner on board, a liter of water per person daily, free Wifi

DEPARTURE DATES

B D

May 11th Sep 14th

WALK & HIKE

TRADITIONAL UPPER/MAIN DECK 435 530

TRADITIONAL LOWER DECK 415 480

OBLIGATORY SUPPLEMENT VISITOR’S TAX & PORT FEES To be paid on the spot: EUR 40. - per person per week

SHIP CABIN TYPE DESCRIPTIONS UPPER/MAIN DECK CABINS ARE ALLOCATED ACCORDING TO AVAILABILITY! Lower deck cabins are in the hull of the ship below the main deck.

TRADITIONAL Wooden ships, cabins with washbasin and bunk beds. Shared showers/toilettes, air-conditioned salon, cabins have no A/C. Included services: Continental breakfast, lunch OR lunch package and dinner on board, liter of water per person daily, free WiFi

REDUCTIONS & SUPPLEMENTS Triple Share Cabin Adults on 3rd bed in a triple cabin – 30%

Child Discount Children under 10 years – 50%

Single Use Cabin 50% surcharge on twin share price. Avoid by sharing. (limited number of single cabins without supplement available)

OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (net) Dinner supplement EUR 115.- per person/week, min. 10 pax required.

English breakfast supplement EUR 40.- per week - incl. 2 eggs, bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar (regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a variety of spreads - butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; daily additions such as ham and cheese or boiled eggs, frankfurters, salami etc.).

Captain’s dinner EUR 25.- vessel’s speciality served (choice of fish or meat menu)

Wedding renewal or other occasional / special day celebration package

EUR 150.- per couple – includes renewal ceremony performed by the captain, certificate, champagne, gift

Baby chair or baby cot rental EUR 50.- per week (to be paid on the spot)

Daily cabin cleaning EUR 15.- per person per week - daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek (to be ordered in advance)

Parking Possible from EUR 10. – 15. - daily

Airport transfers various airport possibilities (Zagreb, Trieste, Ljubljana, Venice) – price on request; FREE local transfers from Opatija hotels to Opatija port.

Pre/post cruise accommodation Available on request - villas, hotels, private accommodation, hostels...

Ferry tickets Cabins, seats or deck, available for coastal & international ferry connections

Extra towels Guests will be provided with two towels for personal use per week. Extra towels can be rented for EUR 3.- & beach towels EUR 5.- per week/towel. Katarina Line beach towel can be purchased on arrival for EUR 10.-

OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (net)

Bike rental EUR 100.- per person/week, E-bike rental: EUR 150.- per person/week

Saddle bags rental EUR 12.- per person/week

Dinner supplement EUR 115.- per person/week, min. 10 pax required.

English breakfast supplement EUR 40.- per week - incl. 2 eggs, bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar (regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a variety of spreads - butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; daily

additions such as ham and cheese or boiled eggs, frankfurters, salami etc.).

Captain’s dinner EUR 25.- vessel’s speciality served (choice of fish or meat menu)

Wedding renewal or other occasional / special

day celebration package EUR 150.- per couple – includes renewal ceremony performed by the captain, certificate, champagne, gift

Baby chair or baby cot rental EUR 50.- per week (to be paid on the spot)

Daily cabin cleaning EUR 15.- per person per week - daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek (to be ordered in advance)

Parking Possible from EUR 10. – 15. - daily

Airport transfers various airport possibilities (Zagreb, Trieste, Ljubljana, Venice) – price on request; FREE local transfers from Opatija hotels to Opatija port.

Pre/post cruise accommodation Available on request - villas, hotels, private accommodation, hostels...

Ferry tickets Cabins, seats or deck, available for coastal & international ferry connections

OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (net)

Bike rental EUR 100.- per person/week, E-bike rental: EUR 150.- per person/week

Saddle bags rental EUR 12.- per person/week

Dinner supplement EUR 115.- per person/week, min. 10 pax required.

English breakfast supplement EUR 40.- per week - incl. 2 eggs, bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar (regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a variety of spreads - butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; daily

additions such as ham and cheese or boiled eggs, frankfurters, salami etc.).

Captain’s dinner EUR 25.- vessel’s speciality served (choice of fish or meat menu)

Wedding renewal or other occasional / special

day celebration package EUR 150.- per couple – includes renewal ceremony performed by the captain, certificate, champagne, gift

Baby chair or baby cot rental EUR 50.- per week (to be paid on the spot)

Daily cabin cleaning EUR 15.- per person per week - daily cabin servicing, fresh bed linen and towels midweek (to be ordered in advance)

Parking Possible from EUR 10. – 15. - daily

Airport transfers various airport possibilities (Zagreb, Trieste, Ljubljana, Venice) – price on request; FREE local transfers from Opatija hotels to Opatija port.

Pre/post cruise accommodation Available on request - villas, hotels, private accommodation, hostels...

Ferry tickets Cabins, seats or deck, available for coastal & international ferry connections

Traditional typical cabin

* Walk & hike cruise with professional guide. Recommended equipment hiking shoes, backpack, extra clothes, rain/sun protection. * Participant agrees to abide to the decisions and instructions given by the guide who reserves the right in changing the itinerary according to weather conditions

Payment: Reservation fee of EUR 150 per person Remainder latest one month prior to arrival

Conditions & Cancellation policy: The Captain reserves the right in changing the route in case of bad weather conditions All Katarina Line cruise departures are guaranteed, however if less than 10 participants are booked, Katarina line reserves the

right in cancelling the departure and changing the ship name if the need arises. Guests are obliged to follow the ship rules and regulations found in written form onboard especially in regards to bringing drinks

on board. In case of inappropriate behavior Katarina Line/captain reserves the right in asking clients to disembark

Cancellation conditions: From the day of confirmation up till 30 days prior to arrival – advance payment (EUR 150 per person) - non-refundable 29-22 days – 25% of the remaining balance 21-15 days – 50% of the remaining balance 14-0 days – 100% fee Name change / date change fee – EUR 20 per person (valid only if the change is done up till 30 days prior booked departure,

otherwise regular cancellation clause will be applied)

Katarina line highly recommends clients to take insurance against cancellation of reserved services! Katarina line offers a complete travel insurance package (travel health insurance, personal accident insurance, private liability, luggage insurance & trip cancellation). Additional information about travel insurance package can be found at http://www.katarina-line.com/terms-of-service.html

Due to specific mooring conditions and requirements in some Croatian ports, Katarina Line ships are moored side by side, making it necessary for the clients to cross from one ship to another with gaps in between ships in order to get to the shore. In such cases clients need to take special care when crossing and do this at their own risk. Crew assistance will be given to those needing and requesting it.

Cruise not recommended for clients in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Katarina Line and the captain of the vessel reserve the right to change and modify the route due to weather conditions as well as conditions in the ports visited. The order of visits may be different than published in case of ports being overly crowded and too busy and with the intention to give the customer an overall better experience.

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ADD ON ideas Add a land program to your cruise: SPLIT GATEWAY, ITALIAN GATEWAY, LAKES & MEDITERRANEAN HARMONY, MEDUGORJE_PILGRIMAGE

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS PLITVICE LAKES FROM SPLIT Full day Visit the famous Plitvice Lakes, sixteen lakes with crystal clear water connected by magnificent waterfalls. Pure nature, mountain forests and fresh air. One of the most beautiful national parks in Croatia, and a UNESCO site. A full day tour, starting early in the morning and returning just in time for dinner. Included: Coach transfer, guide, entrance to the park with boat and train ride in the park). Recommended: Comfortable walking shoes

Departure: 07:30h Return: 19:00h Price: 95.- from Split

KRKA WATERFALLS FROM SPLIT Full day After a guided tour of Šibenik, the oldest Croatian town on the Adriatic coast, excursion continues to Krka waterfalls to explore amazing natural surroundings. Included: Coach transfer, guided tour of Šibenik, entrance fee to Krka national park, boat ride, guided walking tour of national park Krka. Recommended: Comfortable walking shoes, bathing suit

Departure: 07:00h Return: 18:00h Price: 60.-

WINE TASTING IN BOL, HVAR, KORČULA, VIS 1 hour Get your taste buds working and try Dalmatian wine sorts on different islands. Included: wine tasting

Departure: Anytime Price: 20.- per tasting

SEA KAYAKING IN HVAR 2 to 3 hours Paddle in your kayak from one inlet to another, from one island to another in less than ten minutes and explore the beauty of nature and its creations. Pakleni islands is a group of 14 islets and rocks dispersed in front of the town of Hvar, who got their name by the tar used to preserve wooden boats.Included: group kayaking tour, guide, equipment

Departure: Anytime Minimum pax: 10 Price: 35.-

MOSTAR FROM SPLIT Full day Experience Bosnia and Herzegovina's most beautiful town, view the iconic 'Stari Most'/Old Bridge, discover Ottoman and Turkish history. Included: Coach transfer with a tour leader, guided tour. Recommended: Passport required.

Split Departure: 07:00h Return: 20:00h Minimum pax: 10 Price: 68.- from Split

VILLAGE DINNER EXPERIENCE FROM KORČULA 3 to 4 hours Try typical Dalmatian dinner in small village near Korčula and learn about the history and traditional way of living. Included: return transfer to village, walking tour, demonstration of traditional pasta making, welcome drink, dinner

Departure: Anytime after 18:00h Minimum pax: 5 Price: 35.-

Optional sightseeing in following towns (min 10 pax required):

Hvar, Korčula - EUR 10,- per person per tour. OPTIONAL: Headphones for walking tours, to be ordered in advance: 10 EUR per person per week

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