The small and intimate "MS Arion" (maximum 320 passengers), while not luxurious, is the perfect choice to explore smaller and less visited ports like Zadar, Kotor and Ploce where bigger ships cannot dock.

• Local Arrival and departure transfers Airport-Hotel in Ljubljana
• Long distance transfers Ljubljana to Koper and Koper to Ljubljana
• 2 nights first class hotel in Ljubljana (Media/Union/Lev/City) with breakfast daily
• 7 nights accommodations on board the MS Arion in cabin category of your choice
• 3 meals daily plus early morning coffee and midnight snacks on board ship
• 1 welcome cocktail on board ship and Captain's Farewell Dinner
• All shipboard activities, live entertainment and 3 cabaret style revues during sailing
• English speaking local guides in cities and cruise guides on board the ship

• Ljubljana - City Tour
• Pula - Walking Tour
• Zadar - Walking Tour
• Split - Walking Tour
• Korcula -Walking Tour
• Dubrovnik - City Tour

• Port fees, fuel surcharges, airline security fees, airport taxes, and any visa and local VAT or government fees that may be imposed at a later date.
• Meals and optional tours not part of the included features
• Costs of a personal nature such as liquor, souvenirs, laundry, telephone and similar.
• Costs of personal documents and Travel Insurance
• TIPS to ground and hotel personnel, local guides and drivers on the land portion (suggested amounts will be forwarded with your final documents)
• SHIP CREW TIPS: Please note that per shipping company cashless policy while on board the vessel, a prepaid Tip (shared by crew) in the amount of 55 Euros (approximately $70 USD) per person is requested and will be added to your final invoice.

Day 01: Fly USA - Europe Overnight flights to your European gateways and your final destination - Ljubljana - Slovenia’s charming capital. Day 02: Ljubljana, Slovenia On arrival transfer to your centrally located hotel. Due to various flight arrivals, no activities or services are planned for the first evening. Meals are on your own. Day 03: Ljubljana to Koper, Slovenia EMBARKATION On arrival transfer to your centrally located hotel. Due to various flight arrivals, no activities or services are planned for the first evening. Meals are on your own. Day 04: Pula, Croatia Welcome to Pula, your first port in the newly independent country of Croatia! This city, famous for its manifold World Heritage Sites, is considered one of the most stunning towns in the Istria region. During your walking tour, visit the impressive Roman amphitheatre, the Temple of Augustus, the Golden Gate (Porta Aurea), and the Triumphal Arch of the Sergii. Free time in the afternoon to explore on your own or purchase optional shore excursions, which will immerse you into the history of the Istria region to a greater extent. This evening enjoy a cocktail and introduction to the Captain & Crew (B, L, D) Day 05: Zadar, Croatia This historical city has a uniquely preserved ancient core. During your sightseeing tour, marvel at the remains of the Roman Forum, the Church of St. Donat, the Romanesque Cathedral of St Anastasia, the Church of St. Mary and the Benedictine Convent. Zadar also hosts a permanent collection of church art known as “The Gold and Silver of Zadar” and offers many cultural and artistic programs on a regular basis. Optional tours will offer visits to the idyllic Plitvice Lakes National Park or a sailing through the Kornati Islands National Park with a fish picnic (available for purchase on board). (B, L, D) Day 06: Split, Croatia & Korcula, Croatia This morning, you arrive to Split, the second largest city in Croatia. Split gradually developed around the ancient palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian, built more than 1700 years ago. On your sightseeing tour you will visit Diocletian’s cellars, the Cathedral of the Temple of Jupiter, the Golden Gate (Porta Aurea), the Peristyle, the lively Market (Pjaca), the sunny sea promenade (Riva). Return to the ship for lunch as you sail on to the magical island of Korcula. On arrival, enjoy a walking tour of the birthplace of the famous explorer Marco Polo: the historic town of Korcula, with its beautiful center, narrow cobblestone streets, café’s, museums and churches. Korcula is a town of a long-cherished cultural heritage and one of the most visited destinations on the Adriatic coast. (B, L, D) Day 07: Dubrovnik, Croatia Today’s port of call is the world renowned port city of Dubrovnik. This historical gem, once an independent state that rivaled Venice, offers astonishing architecture, cultural history and breathtaking beauty. During your morning tour, you will pass the Franciscan and the Dominican Monasteries, Dubrovnik’s Cathedral, the Rector’s Palace, the “Stradun” pedestrian zone, the Grand City walls and St. Blaise’s Church. Afterwards, you can explore on your own or decide between several optional excursions that will be offered on board. (B, L, D) Day 08: Kotor, Montenegro Welcome to the newly independent country of Montenegro! Be sure not to miss magnificent vistas as you sail through the stunning Kotor Bay, the largest natural Fjord outside of Norway. The town of Kotor has preserved a unique medieval atmosphere. Surrounded with twenty meter high walls that are up to fifteen meters thick and 4.5 km long, one stem of the wall begins at the harbor, at the South gate and the other at the River Skurda, the West gate. They both end at the fort of Saint Ivan. At some points, Kotor’s impressive fort reaches the height of over 250m. For those looking for a good workout, there are 1426 stairs leading up to the main tower! Enjoy the day exploring on your own or take an optional Riviera Tour which will take you to two of the main Montenegrian seaside attractions; the unique Island Hotel of Sveti Stefan and the resort city of Budva. (B, L, D) Day 09: Ploce, Bosnia & Hercegovina Ploce is a commercial port located in central Dalmatia. Spend the day at leisure exploring the town or take the optional tour to the famous old city of Mostar in Bosnia-Herzegovina. There, you will be able to see the Turkish House, the reconstructed “old bridge” built more than 500 years ago and you will enjoy lunch at one of the popular local restaurants. On the return you will also stop at the renowned Catholic pilgrimage site of Medjugorje. Tonight enjoy the Captain’s Gala Dinner. (B, L, D) Day 10: Koper - Ljubljana, Sloveniaor optional extension to Bled or Venice DISEMBARKATION Time to say goodbye to your lovely ship and crew as you disembark and transfer back to Slovenia’s capital. On arrival and hotel check-in, free time to explore this pedestrian friendly city on your own. (B) Day 11: Ljubljana, Slovenia - Home After a final breakfast, transfer to the airport for flights home (B) OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS TO BLED, SLOVENIA Enhance your travel experience by booking one of our 2 night city extension – Bled the Jewel of the Julian Alps or Venice, one of the most romantic cities in the world! SAMPLE ITINERARY - BLED Day 10: Koper – Bled, Slovenia Upon disembarkation a 2.5 hr transfer by mini van will bring you to the picture perfect town of Bled! Check in to your first class Park or Golf hotels. The balance of the day is free. (B) Day 11: Bled, Slovenia This morning depart on your half day sightseeing tour which will include the imposing citadel located high on the mountaintop above Lake Bled. The balance of the day is at leisure to explore on your own or take the short boat trip to the island in the middle of the lake. (B) Day 12: Bled - Ljubljana - Fly home Depending on your flight schedules enjoy a final breakfast before transferring to Ljubljana airport (apprx 1 hr) for your flights home. May through October; $499 pp/twin, $599 single BLED PRICES are per person/twin for 2 nights with 2 breakfasts, half day sightseeing and long distance transfers between Koper and Bled and Bled and Ljubljana. (minimum 6 pax required to operate). Prices reflect substitution of last night in Ljubljana for 2 nights in Bled. OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO VENICE, ITALY Day 10: Koper, Slovenia - Venice, Italy Upon disembarkation a 3 hr transfer by mini van will bring you to the eternal city of Venice, Italy! Check in to your first class hotel. The balance of the day is free. (B) Day 11: Venice, Italy Your morning tour of this magnificent city will encompass all of the major sights you have dreamt of – St. Mark’s Square, the Dodges Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs, to name a few. The balance of the day is free to roam on your own or shop for those last minute souvenirs. (B) Day 12: Venice, Italy – Home As all good things must come to an end, so it is with your wonderful cruise and tour experience as you pack your memories away and after a final breakfast, transfer to the airport for you flights home* (B) *Passengers not purchasing our air, Land services end with breakfast. May, Sep, Oct: $699 pp/twin, single $849 - June, July, Aug: $599 pp/twin, $699 single. VENICE Prices are per person/twin and include 2 nights at a first class hotel, 2 breakfasts, half day city tour, long distance transfer between Koper and Venice and local transfer hotel to Venice-Airport. *Please note this extension substitutes last night in Ljubljana, requires flights out of Venice and minimum 6 passengers to operate.

Welcome on Board! The MS Arion at sail Fun on board Evening entertainment Buffet lunch Dubrovnik, Croatia Kotor, Montenegro Relax on board Enjoy delicious desserts Venice, Italy  Back to Top