Please join us on a private sailing from Dubrovnik to Split! 

Charter: Avantura

Dates: June 23 to 30, 2024

Itinerary: 8-day sailing to Dubrovnik, Šipan/Slano, Mljet, Korčula, Vis, Biševo, Hvar, Bol, Trogir, Split 

Cabin Cost: $6,500 - The cabins only accommodate 2 people. The cost is $6500 per cabin. There is no single supplement discount on this sailing.

Please read all of the important information on this website before completing the reservation form to reserve your room.

Booking Information and Deadlines - The Avantura Yacht has 19 cabins, 14 of which are available to book. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Your reservation is confirmed when your deposit is received. We will not "hold" a cabin without a deposit. The deposit requirement is $2,000 per cabin. There is a second payment of $2000 due on January 10, 2024. Final payment balance is due on April 10, 2024. All payment are non-refundable. 

Payment Information - Payments may be made by check for no additional fee. If you chose to make a payment via credit card, there will be an additional 3% charge added on to every payment. 

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Travel Insurance - We strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance. If you need to cancel your trip, travel insurance enables you to file a claim for reimbursement. Travel insurance also includes trip interruption, trip delay and medical coverage for circumstances that may arrive while traveling. Once your deposit is received, you will receive a travel insurance quote via email.

Do I need a passport? Yes, all US travelers are required to have a passport, including infants and children. We recommend checking your passport now to see if you need to renew - please don't wait until the last minute! If you already have a passport, please check the expiration date. The U.S. State Department recommends that international travelers have 6 months of validity on their passport after their return trip date. The passport card or enhanced drivers license is NOT valid for air travel. The only acceptable document is the passport book. To learn more about the application process, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.

New ETIAS Requirement for European Travel in 2024 - The rules to travel to Europe with change effective 2024. You will now be required to have a VISA to enter Croatia. We will share more information after your reservation is confirmed. The ETIAS VISA is not yet available.

What's included? 

Price includes:

Accommodations in fully equipped and air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom

Meals included:

• Daily buffet breakfast (7)
• Five lunches 
• Welcome Reception and Dinner
• Captain's Dinner
• Dinner on board on Sipan Island or Slano

Daily cabin service with towels and bed sheets changed mid-cruise

Complimentary water (from water cooler)

Complimentary tea and coffee during the day

Fresh fruits available daily

Cruise Manager

Guided city tours (Split, Trogir, Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik)

Return coach transfer for sightseeing tour of Dubrovnik

Entrances to Blue Cave and Mljet National Park

Headset for city tours

Wi-Fi

Luggage handling

Shared transfer from Dubrovnik airport or hotel in Dubrovnik to Gruž port on arrival day

Shared transfer from Split port to Split airport or hotel in Split on departure day

*Private transportation is available for an additional cost

Port fees

$100 bar credit per cabin

Awestruck surprises along the way

Price does not include:

Additional drinks on board

Lunch or dinner at local restaurants while in port
Gratuities

Flights

Travel insurance

Cell Phone and Wi-Fi
The Avantura does offer free Wi-Fi. It works well and is stable especially when in port. We mostly communicate via “WhatsApp” and recommend downloading the app to your phone.

If you only need to charge phones, you can order this on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B41VPHG8ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A2N431DYIC8O3P&th=1

If you need to charge laptops, hairdryer, curling iron, you will need a power converter: https://www.amazon.com/International-Adapter-Converter-Straightener-Universal/dp/B07V81Q4XG/ref=sr_1_4

ATMs
The easiest and best way to get cash in Croatia is from an ATM (Bankomat). The Cirrus (tel. 800/424-7787; www.mastercard.com) and PLUS (tel. 800/843-7587; www.visa.com) networks span the globe; look at the back of your bank card to see which network you’re on, then call or check online for ATM locations in your destination. Be sure you know your personal identification number (PIN) before you leave home and be sure to find out your daily withdrawal limit before you depart. Also keep in mind that many banks impose a fee every time a card is used at another bank’s ATM, and that fee can be higher for international transactions ($5 or more) than for domestic ones (where they’re rarely more than $3). On top of this, the bank from which you withdraw cash may charge its own fee.

What is stocked in the cabins?

• Each room is equipped with a hair dryer and small bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Guests are welcome to bring their own hair dryers or other electronics with an EU adapter/converter to plug in.

Is laundry service available onboard?

• Unfortunately, it is not currently.

What credit cards are accepted in Croatia?

• American Express is not as commonly accepted in Croatia. Some places do, but the safest option is Visa or Mastercard, or cash. Please note the ship also does not accept American Express.

Do I have a point of contact during travel should anything arise, and we need assistance?

•  This information is included in your final documents. IWOT has staff in Croatia. Also, your Cruise Manager is a great point of contact.

Are guests allowed to bring beverages onboard for consumption?

• Unfortunately, no. The ship’s liquor license forbids that. However, if there is a specialty or specific type of alcohol your guests would like, please tell us ahead of time, and we can try to arrange for that to be stocked on board and provide a price for consumption. Please note that not all brands are available in Croatia.

What time are the meals served?

• Breakfast is from 7:30-9:00AM. Lunch is 12:30-2:00PM. The Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Dinner are at 8:00PM but times are subject to change.

How can I make a dinner reservation?

• Your Cruise Manager and Charter Concierge have a wealth of knowledge and can assist with this. IWOT can also make reservations ahead of time as well. Especially if you have larger groups of more than 10, it is recommended to make a reservation. Otherwise, each port has a plethora of restaurants from which to choose.

How do guests get to their cabin?

• The Cruise Manager or someone from the crew shows guests to their cabin, and the bags are taken directly from the dock.

What time does the bar on the ship close?

• The bar is open from 7:00am-midnight+. The pool (if applicable) and jacuzzi stay open all night. And if guests are still awake, the crew does not close until done, or latest 2:00am.

What happens when guests first arrive on board?

• The Captain and Cruise Manager will make a short presentation to introduce the crew and go over safety protocols of the ship, along with answering any questions.

Can people drop luggage early?

• Yes, they can leave the luggage and enjoy being on the ship in the bar or in the salon. Cabins will be clean and ready from 1pm.

Can people leave luggage until 2pm (but check out early).

• Yes, check out is until 10am and they can leave the luggage until 2pm.

Is the pool freshwater or saltwater?

• Saltwater, filtered from the sea.

Is the jacuzzi freshwater?

• Yes, the jacuzzi is freshwater and filtered by chlorine.

To book your cabin:

*All guests will need to complete the reservation form below. 

* Roommates should designate ONE person to fill out the form (one form per room, not per person). 

1. Gather Your Info: We will need the full passport name & DOB for everyone in your room. Still waiting for your passport? That's OK! Just use the name you used or will use on your passport application. 

2. Fill Out The Form: Select the Number of Passengers and the form will dynamically create spaces for everyone in your group. Only the fields marked with an asterisk * on the form are REQUIRED. 

3. In "Step 4: Additional Information" please note in the "Other Questions/Comments:" section if you will be paying by check or credit card. You will receive a secure payment link with information on how to pay after we receive your registration.  

We can add insurance up to 21 days after the initial deposit date. Please check yes for "Travel Protection" on the form. By checking yes you are not agreeing to purchase travel insurance. Checking yes lets us know that you would like to receive a travel insurance quote.