Dubrovnik Cruise Ship
Cruises are one of the best and most popular ways to visit Croatia, not least because so much of Croatia’s beauty is along its coastline and amongst its islands.
With highlights like the walled city of Dubrovnik, Diocletian’s palace in Split, and the gorgeous islands of Hvar and Korcula, Croatia cruises are the perfect way to see the best of the country in one trip.
The most popular cruise destinations include Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Rijeka, Zadar, and Cavtat. Some cruises offer extensions to other countries as well, including Greece, Turkey, Slovenia, and Italy. Whichever itinerary you choose for your Croatia cruise, you will see some of the country’s most famous cities and the stunning Adriatic coastline.
Ships vary from large ones run by international cruise lines to smaller ones operated by Croatian cruise outfits, so you can choose what size of vessel is right for you.
The duration of your cruise depends on how much of the country you have time to see. The length of some Croatia cruise package holidays are longer than others, but the average ranges from a few days to a week and a half. Often you can participate in optional shore, island, or sailing excursions, or extend your holiday if you want to visit more of Croatia at the end.
No matter what length you choose, you can either make a direct booking yourself with the cruise line or book through a tour operator. Whichever method you use, make sure to look around for Croatia cruise deals and compare what each package or independent cruise includes (and more importantly, what it doesn’t include).
There are often promotional deals and discounts on Croatia cruises if you book early or if you decide to risk waiting until the last minute. Cruise discounts are also sometimes available if you visit Croatia during the cooler months.