14 nights · Marghera-Fusina, Italy · Departs Venice (Italy) · Visiting Kotor, Monopoli, Korcula Island Croatia, Trogir, Cres Island Croatia, Pesaro, Sibenik, Dubrovnik, Vis Island Croatia, Rovinj · Aboard Star Clippers on the Royal Clipper
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| Cruise line | Star Clippers |
|---|---|
| Ship | Royal Clipper |
| Duration | 14 nights |
| Port calls | 11 |
| Departures | 3 sailings |
| From fare | $4,740 per person |
| Year built | 2000 |
| Guests | 227 |
| Cabins | 112 |
| Crew | 106 |
| Length | 133 m |
| Beam | 16 m |
| Cruising speed | 14.0 kn |
Arrive in Venice by water, where the lagoon’s canals replace ordinary streets. St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace anchor the celebrated Piazza San Marco. Take a vaporetto along the Grand Canal, then explore a quieter neighborhood on foot. Confirm your ship’s terminal and transfer arrangements before setting out; cruise access varies. Near Rialto, the market and bridge offer a lively glimpse of the city’s trade. Give yourself time to leave the main routes and follow smaller canals.
At the head of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, the old town sits beneath steep mountains. Enter through the Sea Gate and follow stone lanes to St Tryphon’s Cathedral. Venetian-era walls frame squares, churches, and cafés within a compact UNESCO-listed center. For a broader view, climb toward San Giovanni Fortress; the steps are demanding. Take water and allow time for the ascent, especially in summer heat. From the harbor, the bay’s changing light makes a memorable arrival and departure.
Monopoli rewards a slower arrival. Fishing boats still line its old harbor, and whitewashed lanes lead into a compact historic centre. At the waterfront, the 16th-century Castle of Charles V overlooks the port. Nearby, the cathedral honors the Madonna della Madia, whose icon, local tradition says, arrived by sea. Come ashore for Adriatic light, fresh seafood, and the pleasures of Puglia’s limestone streets.
Korčula rises from the Adriatic on an island famed for vineyards, clear coves and stone villages. Inside the old walls, narrow streets fan out in a fishbone pattern. Follow them past Venetian Gothic façades to St Mark’s Cathedral and the town’s small squares. Beyond the harbor, island wineries pour local Grk and Pošip, while swimming coves reward a longer stay.
Trogir rewards a slow walk. Its UNESCO-listed old town occupies a small island between the Croatian mainland and Čiovo, joined by bridges. Behind the waterfront, stone lanes lead to the Cathedral of St Lawrence. Its celebrated portal was carved by master Radovan in 1240. Climb the bell tower for rooftops and harbor views, then follow the promenade to Kamerlengo Fortress. This compact Dalmatian town makes history easy to explore on foot.
Cres is one of the Adriatic’s largest islands, yet its appeal lies in the quiet between its small settlements. In Cres Town, Venetian façades frame a sheltered harbour. Lanes lead to the 16th-century loggia and the Church of St Mary. Beyond town, roads cross olive groves and dry-stone walls toward Lake Vrana. The northern cliffs shelter protected griffon vultures. Come ashore for an unhurried taste of island life.
Arrive in Venice by water, where the lagoon’s canals replace ordinary streets. St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace anchor the celebrated Piazza San Marco. Take a vaporetto along the Grand Canal, then explore a quieter neighborhood on foot. Confirm your ship’s terminal and transfer arrangements before setting out; cruise access varies. Near Rialto, the market and bridge offer a lively glimpse of the city’s trade. Give yourself time to leave the main routes and follow smaller canals.
Pesaro gives the Adriatic a distinctly cultured edge. Here, broad beaches sit within easy reach of a handsome historic centre, where Gioachino Rossini was born in 1792. Visit his former home, then explore the Ducal Palace and city museums before lingering over seafood along the waterfront. Pesaro rewards those seeking a relaxed seaside stop with substance beyond the shore.
Šibenik pairs a working waterfront with a medieval centre climbing the hillside. The Cathedral of St James, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built entirely from stone. From St Michael’s Fortress, take in broad views across the islands, then explore the cafés and narrow lanes below. Four historic fortresses speak to the city’s strategic past. Krka National Park is a rewarding excursion inland.
Spend a day inside Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, best explored on foot. Walk the city walls for close views of fortifications, roofs, and harbor. Then follow Stradun to Rector’s Palace and the Franciscan monastery. Book wall access in advance during busy months, and start early in summer. Mount Srđ offers a higher view, reached by cable car or road. Leave time for side lanes; their quieter corners reveal the city’s daily rhythm.
At the head of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, the old town sits beneath steep mountains. Enter through the Sea Gate and follow stone lanes to St Tryphon’s Cathedral. Venetian-era walls frame squares, churches, and cafés within a compact UNESCO-listed center. For a broader view, climb toward San Giovanni Fortress; the steps are demanding. Take water and allow time for the ascent, especially in summer heat. From the harbor, the bay’s changing light makes a memorable arrival and departure.
Vis offers a slower pace than Croatia’s better-known island ports, with two main towns. Vis Town curves around a sheltered harbor lined with stone buildings and cafés. Explore its waterfront and discover reminders of the island’s long military importance. Vis remained a Yugoslav military base and was closed to foreign visitors until 1989. Boats to Biševo’s Blue Cave depend on sea conditions and local access rules. Allow extra time for boat trips, and keep a flexible plan if seas turn rough.
Rovinj rises above Istria’s western shore, its old town gathered on a peninsula. Follow narrow lanes uphill to St Euphemia’s Church and its landmark bell tower. From the summit, look across red roofs, harbor boats, and the Adriatic. Along the waterfront, restaurants serve Istrian seafood and local wines. Allow time for the marina and nearby coves; the center is best explored on foot. Rovinj rewards a slow walk, particularly in the quieter morning hours.
Arrive in Venice by water, where the lagoon’s canals replace ordinary streets. St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace anchor the celebrated Piazza San Marco. Take a vaporetto along the Grand Canal, then explore a quieter neighborhood on foot. Confirm your ship’s terminal and transfer arrangements before setting out; cruise access varies. Near Rialto, the market and bridge offer a lively glimpse of the city’s trade. Give yourself time to leave the main routes and follow smaller canals.
Published September 15, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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