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Discover European sophistication from man-made canals to rugged coast
From the historic streets of Rome to the natural splendour of Croatia’s multi-tiered waterfalls, this 24-day sees you traversing Italy and Slovenia before boarding a small ship to cruise the divine Croatian coast. Catch the top-tier delights of Italy – Venice’s bridges, the fine food of Tuscany – before discovering the natural beauty of Slovenia’s forests and lakes. Indulge in truffles and wine in Istra, then board your vessel to cruise along the Dalmatian Coast. Enjoy regular doses of the unique culture and flavours, daily excursions, swimming stops in turquoise waters and the unrivalled charm of the rugged Croatian coast.
- Start
- Rome, Italy
- Finish
- Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Destinations
- Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Italy, Slovenia
- Style
- Peregrine
- Theme
- Adventure Cruising
- Code
- PEIDC
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 31
Why you'll love this trip
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Hike to one charming village after another along the picturesque Cinque Terre or take the train to enjoy the scenery in a more leisurely fashion.
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Enter the fantastical underground world of the Postojna Caves – one of the longest karst caverns in the world – and wonder at strange rock formations and creatures like the eye-less salamander.
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Ride the cable car up Mt Vogel for exceptional views over the astonishingly beautiful Lake Bohinj and the foothills of the mighty Alps.
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Board a traditional wooden vessel and sail up along the spectacular Neretva River to Bosnia and Herzegovina, where you can explore the beautiful town of Mostar.
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Truffles are a glamourous-sounding local produce in Istria. Enjoy a truffle tasting combined with local speciality dishes such as fuži (Istrian pasta), fritaja (Croatian omelette) or our producer’s somewhat exotic truffle ice cream! Your sommelier will pair your tasting with suitable Istrian wines to try.
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Dive into the aquamarine waters of the Dalmatian Coast – your captain will be stopping the ship for frequent swimming breaks in between port stops.
Is this trip right for you?
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Summer temperatures can be extreme in many parts of this region (over 40°C). It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Please consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
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As accommodation on this trip is twin share, single travellers will share a room with another traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer not to share, a single room supplement is available at an additional charge.
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Part of travelling with Peregrine means respecting local cultures and sensibilities. When visiting churches, monasteries or other religious sites in Italy both men and women are required to have knees and shoulders covered.
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This tour involves small ship Adventure Cruising, which means you’ll be sailing on a yacht with 30—50 other people. The boat is spacious and comfortable, but the itinerary focuses more on the destination than on-board activities. Instead of a pool, we have the sea itself. Instead of a casino, we’ve got board games and a good book. There’s also no formal dress code to worry about and Wi-Fi is available for a small charge.
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Our ship moves under engine power, rather than sailing, so all cabins will experience light engine noise when the ship is moving (and occasionally when we drop anchor). It’s probably worth packing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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Onshore activities and excursions will involve a bit of walking. You’ll be visiting ancient sites and historical places, and at times you may have to cross cobbled streets and uneven ground, sometimes in hot conditions. If you have any concerns, please speak to your group leader before taking part.
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Most of our departures run in peak season, when the seas are calmer. The ship will experience some roll and pitch in choppy conditions, however all of our ships come equipped with stabilisers to minimise movement. There will be seasickness tablets on board and your crew will do all they can to minimise any discomfort.
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There are no lifts (elevators) on board our ships, so you’ll have to navigate a few steep flights of stairs (fitted with handrails) to access all the decks.
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Peregrine Dalmatia
The Peregrine Dalmatia was purpose-built in 2012 to cruise the Dalmatian Coast, so you know you’re in for a safe and comfortable trip through...
Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel Romanico Palace or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
Please advise your travel agent of your flight details at the time of booking so we can organise the arrival transfer for you. It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.Accommodation
- Hotel Romanico Palace or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Rome Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Vatican City - Vatican Museum - EUR16
- Vatican City - St Peter's Dome Climb - EUR6
- Rome - Venezia Palace - EUR5
- Rome - Galleria Borghese - EUR15
- Vatican City - St Peter's Dome Climb & Elevator - EUR8
- Rome - Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill - EUR16
- Rome - Pantheon - EUR2
- Rome - Imperial Fora - EUR9
- Rome - Castel Sant'Angelo - EUR10
- Rome - Christian Catacombs - EUR8
- Rome - Keats-Shelley Memorial House - EUR5
- Rome - Trastevere: Trends &Tradition Urban Adventure - EUR56
- Rome - Ancient Rome: Archaeological Discovery Urban Adventure - EUR110
- Urban Adventures - Tasting La Dolce Vita - EUR90
- Rome - In Vino Veritas: Rome Wine Tasting Urban Adventure - EUR95
- Rome - Street Art & Renaissance Urban Adventure - EUR47
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
You can pre-book tickets to the Vatican Museum online to avoid the long queues. Visit biglietteriamusei.vatican.va for more information.Accommodation
- Castello di Spaltenna Tuscan Resort (Feature stay) or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Siena - Orientation Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Hotel Firenze e Continentale or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- San Gimignano - Agriturismo Winery Tour & Tasting
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Firenze e Continentale or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cinque Terre - Day Trip, including Cinque Terre Pass
- 'Il Laboratorio del Pesto' Making & Demonstration
Optional Activities
- Cinque Terre - Church of St Andrea in Levante - Free
- Cinque Terre - Coastal Cruise - EUR30
- Urban Adventures - Tasting Cinque Terre - EUR89
- Urban Adventures - Cinque Terre Hike & Bite - EUR139
- Urban Adventures - Cinque Terre This is Aperitivo - EUR79
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today you will walk 9 kilometres, which should take around 4 hours. Due to recent landslides in the area, it is not possible to walk the Via dell'Amore from Riomaggiore to Manarola and the coastal section between Manarola and Corniglia. The train will be used to travel these sections. Please also note that due to safety reasons some sections of any path can be closed at short notice.Accommodation
- Hotel Palazzo Ricasoli or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Pisa - Pisa Visit & Orientation walk
- Lucca - City Walls & Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Pisa - Leaning Tower of Pisa - EUR18
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Palazzo Ricasoli or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Florence - Museo dell'Opera di S.Maria del Fiore - EUR15
- Florence - Pitti Palace (Boboli Gardens, Museo Argenti, Costume Gallery, Porcellain Museum) - EUR12
- Florence - Bargello Museum - EUR12
- Florence - Palazzo Vecchio - EUR10
- Florence - Uffizi Gallery - EUR24
- Florence - Medici Chapels - EUR15
- Florence - Baptistry - EUR10
- Florence - Duomo & Campanile - EUR6
- Florence - Accademia - EUR16
- Florence - San Lorenzo Central Market Food Tasting - EUR15
- Florence - Foodies Walk Urban Adventure - EUR67
- Urban Adventures - Florence Markets & Delis - EUR58
- Florence - Aperitivo Time! Urban Adventure - EUR77
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
All the Florentine State Museums require tickets and the queues can be long. Booking your tickets online in advance (uffizi.org and accademia.org) is essential. Your leader can be of assistance booking these but be sure to organise it at the beginning of your trip.Accommodation
- Kosher House Giardino Dei Melograni or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Our means of transportation between Florence and Venice is by High Speed Train. Italian trains are comfortable and have the bonus of departing and arriving right in the city centre, avoiding heavy road traffic along the way.Accommodation
- Kosher House Giardino Dei Melograni or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Venice - San Giorgio Bell Tower
- Venice - Traghetto Boat Ride
Optional Activities
- Venice - The Sweet Taste of Venice Urban Adventure - EUR94
- Venice - Museum of St Mark's Basilica - EUR5
- Venice - Gondola Ride - EUR80
- Venice - St Mark's Campanile - EUR8
- Venice - Glass Museum Murano - EUR10
- Venice - Ca' Rezzonico Museum of Eighteenth Century Art - EUR10
- Venice - Scuola Grande di San Rocco - EUR11
- Urban Adventures - Canal & Aperitivo Experience - EUR113
- Venice - Guggenheim Museum - EUR15
- Venice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs - EUR25
- Venice - Venezia Ca' d'Oro - EUR14
- Concerto - EUR32
- Venice - St Mark's Basilica Treasury - EUR5
- Venice - Accademia Gallery - EUR16
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Hotel Kosher House Giardino dei Melograni or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.Accommodation
- Hotel Kompas or Hotel Lovec or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Postojna - Caves Visit
- Ljubljana - Walking Tour
- Ljubljana - Castle Visit & Funicular
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
The constant temperature in the caves ranges from 8 to 10° C, so be sure to pack a jacket.Accommodation
- Hotel Kompas or Hotel Lovec or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Bled - Pletna Boat Trip on Lake Bled
- Lake Bohinj - Cable Car to Mt Vogel
- Lake Bohinj - Day Trip
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hotel Galija or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Motovun - Truffle & Wine Tasting
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Ethno House Plitvice Selo or similar (Feature Stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Pula Roman Amphitheatre
- Guided Tour of Pula
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Hotel Kolovare or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Plitvice Lakes National Park - Entrance & Hike
- Zadar - Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide
- Zadar - Sunset Drink
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Kolovare or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Upon arrival in Split, you will be dropped off at the port for the Adventure Cruise section of your tour. As this is a combination trip, your group leader and the composition of your group will likely change today. There will be a group meeting to discuss the next stage of your itinerary. It’s important that you attend the meeting as your new group leader will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time.Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Included Activities
- Krka National Park waterfalls & swim stop
- Split Guided Tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Included Activities
- Hvar Island - Hiking Options
- Lavender farm visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Included Activities
- Boat trip on the River Neretva with local snacks
- Riverside Restaurant Dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Included Activities
- Matusko winery visit and tasting
- Mostar - Guided tour
Optional Activities
- Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque - BAM8
- Mostar - War Photo Exhibition - BAM6
- Mostar - Old Bridge Museum - BAM5
- Mostar - Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret - BAM6
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Mostar's position in a river gorge can make it extremely hot. The streets of the Old Quarter are paved with river rock which can be a bit slippery and tricky to walk on. Please ensure you have good walking shoes, a hat and drink plenty of water during your time here.Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Included Activities
- Korcula orientation walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Peregrine Dalmatia (1 night)
Included Activities
- Dubrovnik - Local Guide
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
23 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 9 dinnersTransport
Small Cruise Ship, Boat, Minibus, Private vehicle, Ferry, Taxi, High speed train, Cable carAccommodation
Small cruise ship (7 nights)Included Activities
- Rome Orientation Walk
- Siena - Orientation Walk
- San Gimignano - Agriturismo Winery Tour & Tasting
- Cinque Terre - Day Trip, including Cinque Terre Pass
- 'Il Laboratorio del Pesto' Making & Demonstration
- Pisa - Pisa Visit & Orientation walk
- Lucca - City Walls & Orientation Walk
- Venice - San Giorgio Bell Tower
- Venice - Traghetto Boat Ride
- Postojna - Caves Visit
- Ljubljana - Walking Tour
- Ljubljana - Castle Visit & Funicular
- Bled - Pletna Boat Trip on Lake Bled
- Lake Bohinj - Cable Car to Mt Vogel
- Lake Bohinj - Day Trip
- Motovun - Truffle & Wine Tasting
- Pula Roman Amphitheatre
- Guided Tour of Pula
- Plitvice Lakes National Park - Entrance & Hike
- Zadar - Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide
- Zadar - Sunset Drink
- Krka National Park waterfalls & swim stop
- Split Guided Tour
- Hvar Island - Hiking Options
- Lavender farm visit
- Boat trip on the River Neretva with local snacks
- Riverside Restaurant Dinner
- Matusko winery visit and tasting
- Mostar - Guided tour
- Korcula orientation walk
- Dubrovnik - Local Guide
Dates & availability - 2021 season
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Important notes
ARRIVAL TRANSFER
An arrival transfer from both Rome Airports (Fiumicino and Ciampino) to the start point hotel is included in the price of the trip. Please advise your travel agent of your flight times at the time of booking.
SINGLE TRAVELLERS
Single travellers will share a twin a room with another traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer not to share, a single cabin supplement is available at an additional charge. A single passenger cannot be booked or confirmed in a double cabin unless a single supplement is paid.
If you have booked into the premium twin for sole use cabin, this refers to the cruise section of the tour only. If you also want a single supplement for the land section of this tour, please contact us or your travel agent for availability and pricing.

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