Venice and the Dalmatian Coast

•   All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff and local guides

Day 1: Arrive in Venice
A transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Hotel Danieli, Venice is included upon your arrival. Originally built in the 14th century as the Palazzo Dandolo, your opulent, meticulously restored hotel is located in a prestigious setting on Riva degli Schiavoni, close to Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square). It has been lavishly restored with pink marble, stained glass, gold leaf and Murano glass chandeliers. Meet your fellow travelers at a welcome cocktail reception and dinner where you are sure to discuss the upcoming Italy and Croatia tour and cruise.
Overnight: Hotel Danieli, Venice, Italy
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: The romance of Venice, without the cars
Your morning begins with a walk to St. Mark's Square, the heart of Venice, with a local guide. Visit St. Mark's Square and go inside St. Mark's Basilica, one of the must-see architectural wonders of Europe with its exquisite mosaics and detailed carvings. You'll visit the Doges' Palace, a pink marble Gothic masterpiece that dates back to the 9th century, pass through the famous Bridge of Sighs, and spend the remainder of the day in Venice as you please.
Overnight: Hotel Danieli, Venice, Italy
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3: • Venetian Island of Murano
Picturesque islands in the Venetian Lagoon are part of the region's UNESCO World Heritage Site designation along with the city of Venice. First stop is Murano, famous for glass production since the Renaissance days of the 10th century. See how artisans still craft their signature glass in the traditional way at a glassblowing demonstration at a Murano studio. Visit the island of Burano, renowned for lacemaking. Board the yacht Le Boreal, a sleek, innovative yachting cruise vessel launching in May of 2010. Sip welcome cocktails as Le Boreal departs from Venice for the Adriatic Sea, and Croatia tour days are about to begin. 
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, dinner

Day 4: • Time-traveling in Croatia
Le Boreal docks in Sibenik, and your Croatia tour begins. See the Cathedral of St. James, illustrating the transition of Gothic to Renaissance church architecture. A scenic coastal drive along the Adriatic takes you to Split, Croatia's second largest city. After lunch, a walking tour showcases the remains of Diocletian's Palace, built between the 3rd and 4th centuries.  These well-preserved ruins house shops, homes, and one of the world's oldest cathedrals within their ancient walls; explore them on a walking tour, and visit the gallery of the renowned 20th-century sculptor Ivan Mestrovic. Spend a little free time in Split, then return to Le Boreal for dinner; your ship remains dockside this evening.
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5: • Korcula, home of medieval pursuits
Continue your Croatia tour when you explore the island of Korcula, birthplace of explorer Marco Polo, and its medieval walled city with Cathedral Square at its center. A guided walking tour includes its most famous house, the Museum of Icons in the church, and the Cathedral of St. Mark, decorated with statues on the façade. You'll be treated to a private Moreska cultural dance performance for a look at the island's colorful folkloric traditions.
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 6: • World Heritage in Kotor
Head to the observation deck for the sail into Montenegro's Bay of Kotor, Europe's southernmost fjord – the view is inspiring and unforgettable. The bay and the city of Kotor are UNESCO World Heritage Sites in recognition of their natural and cultural uniqueness. A guided walking tour includes a visit to the Maritime Museum of Montenegro, housed in an 18th-century Baroque palace, and one of the city's Romanesque churches. And as a special Tauck touch, you'll be treated to a private a cappella performance by a local female singing group back aboard the ship.
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7: • Discover Dubrovnik
Tauck's Croatia tour and cruise heads up the Dalmatian Coast to the next port of call, Dubrovnik, where the day begins with a private lecture on board the ship by Croatia's former Minister of Tourism. The Old Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque churches, monasteries, palaces, and fountains. A guided walking tour visits the main square, Dominican Monastery, the Rector's Palace and the Dubrovnik Synagogue before spending the rest of the day pursuing your own individual interests.
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 8: • A day in Hvar
Experience the enchanting island of Hvar, a well-known playground for international celebrities and royalty. Sightseeing includes a tour of Hvar Town, where you'll get a good look at its intricately carved Venetian architecture. Admire the views from the hilltop Spanjol Fortress, where you'll look out over the red-tile-roofed town below. The Dalmatian Coast produces some exceptional wines; a wine tasting at a local winery gives you an opportunity to sample the grapes. Late afternoon, on a sail through the Kornati Islands, capture it all from the outside decks of Le Boreal.
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 9: • Croatia tour days along the Istrian Peninsula
First up today on the Istrian Peninsula is a visit to the town of Pula, well known for its Roman antiquities. See the Roman Amphitheatre, one of the best preserved in the world as well as being one of the largest. Travel the sweeping countryside to Bale and then on to the fairy-tale village of Rovinj; it is one of the most photographed places in Croatia. As Le Boreal cruises back to Venice and your Dalmatian Coast / Croatia tour and cruise ends, enjoy a farewell cocktail reception and dinner with new friends.
Overnight: Cruising aboard Le Boreal
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 10: Journey Home
Tauck's Venice and Croatia tour aboard Le Boreal ends at 9:00 AM at Venice Marco Polo Airport. Disembark the ship for an 8:30 AM coach transfer from the dock to Marco Polo Airport. Allow a minimum of 2 1/2 hours for check-in at the airport.
Overnight:
Meals Included: Breakfast

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7-Night Cruise on Le Levant ~ Venice ~ Split ~ Hvar ~ Dubrovnik ~ Korcula

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