Tangerine pickering

Tangerine pickering

SPECIAL OCTOBER ROUTE

SPLIT - HVAR - BOL/JELSA - METKOVIĆ - GRADAC - MAKARSKA - OMIŠ - SPLIT

Departures: check in from 11.00 h /departure Saturday at 13.00 h PRICE PER PERSON in two bedded cabin for 7 days half board IN EUR	CABINS A CATEGORY ON DECK	CABINS A CATEGORY UNDER DECK

10.10., 17.10.	430

Reduction for adult on 3rd bed in a triple cabin – 10%
Reduction for children under 10 years of age on basic or 3rd bed – 30%
Supplement for single use of a cabin + 70%

A category – cabins with private shower/toilet
PLEASE NOTE DECK CABINS - ARE SITUATED ON MAIN AND TOP DECK

Supplements:

- VISITOR’S TAX & PORT FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED (to be paid on the spot) – EUR 16. - per person per week;
- Drink supplement: EUR 16.- per week (netto) – incl. choice of 1 drink-glass of wine, 1 beer or 1 soft drink with lunch
- English breakfast supplement: EUR 40.-per week (netto) - incl. 2 eggs, bacon, tomato and mushrooms, or fruit & yoghurt, or similar (regular continental breakfast included in price of the cruise includes: coffee, tea, milk, glass of juice, cereal, bread, a variety of spreads- butter, honey, jam, soft cheese; every day there is an addition such as ham and cheese or hard boiled eggs, frankfurters, salami etc.)
- OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
TANGERINE PICKING 42 EUR per person
MOSTAR & MEDJUGORJE 45 EUR per person
BIOKOVO MOUNTAIN 40 EUR per person
WHITE WATER RAFTING 30 EUR per person
WALKING TOUR SPLIT 10 EUR per person (descriptions of excursion below)

Special notes:
- The Captain reserves the right to change the route in case of bad weather conditions
- Guests have to follow ship rules (to be found in written form on the ship)
- The guests will be provided 2 towels per week; additional towels can be rented for EUR 3,00 & beach towels EUR 4,00 per week
- Parking possibilities at approx. EUR 10 - 13 (Opatija and Split) daily
- Ferry Tickets (cabins, seats or deck) available for Rijeka - Split; Bari – Dubrovnik, Ancona – Split, Venice – Pula/Porec/Rovinj
- Departures are guaranteed. Katarina line reserves the right in cancelling departures with less than 10 participants and changing ship name if need arises
- Katarina line highly recommends clients to take insurance against cancellation of reserved services

8 DAY CRUISE ALONG MIDDLE DALMATIAN ISLANDS AND COAST

This special route will show you some hidden nature treasures and destinations of Dalmatian coast and give you an opportunity to join some unique experiences like visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, the traditional tangerine picking or white water rafting adventure. Join us in our new programme designed especially for our October departures.

SATURDAY SPLIT – HVAR
Departure from Split harbour at 13:00 to the island of Hvar. Arrival at the town of Hvar in the afternoon. Free afternoon for sightseeing one of the most beautiful places in Mediterranean, a unique fusion of luxurious Mediterranean nature, rich cultural and historical heritage, and mundane, tourist present. Spend your afternoon by walking to fortress above the town to enjoy the beautiful city view, visit the first municipal theatre in Europe, enjoy the tranquillity of Franciscan monastery with exceptional collection of old masters work. The evening is reserved for exploring a great gastro offer and for drinking cocktails in one of numerous cocktail bars. Overnight in the port of Hvar.
SUNDAY HVAR- BOL/JELSA
After breakfast departure to the island of Brač. Our destination is Bol, the oldest coastal settlement on the island with the most famous beach on the Adriatic- Zlatni rat beach. The point of the Zlatni rat (Golden horn) changes shape, attempting to conform to the will of the waves and gentle sea currents. Bol is a centre of different sport activities: windsurfing, water sports, diving, tennis and even hiking on the highest peak of all the Adriatic islands- Vidova Gora at 778 meters. Choose your activity for the day and in the evening try some of the wines from local winery. Overnight in Bol (or Jelsa according to port conditions).
MONDAY BOL/JELSA- METKOVIĆ
Early morning departure to Neretva River Valley and the town of Metković. Neretva Delta covers about 20,000 ha. The Delta contains some of the few wetlands remaining in Europe and is internationally recognized as a Ramsar site, an Important Bird Area and Mediterranean Specially Protected Area under the Barcelona Convention. For your afternoon we recommend boat excursion to Delta of Neretva with tangerine picking in October and local specialties dinner included. Overnight in Metković.
TUESDAY METKOVIĆ- GRADAC
Breakfast at boat. Optional excursion to Mostar and Medjugorje. For those who want to spend their time in Metković we recommend a visit to Ornitological Museum, then Roman archaeological site Narona with one of the richest collections of roman sculptors in or hiking and biking around Neretva valley. Dinner at boat. Overnight in port of Gradac.
WEDNESDAY GRADAC- MAKARSKA
After breakfast departure to Makarska. Makarska is an important tourist destination and the centre of Makarska Riviera, famous for long pebble beaches opposed by highest mountains in the area. You can spend your afternoon exploring the beach or joining our optional excursion to Sv.Jure, highest seaside peak on Mediterranean (1762 m), the second highest in Croatia. Overnight in Makarska.
THURSDAY MAKARSKA-OMIŠ
After breakfast departure to Omiš, a small and interesting town, situated on the Cetina River canyon which was known as a pirates nest in the past. Explore the tiny streets, numerous churches and walk up to city fortresses above the town. Rent bikes and drive along the canyon. Optional excursion for today is white water rafting on the Cetina River. Overnight in Omiš.
FRIDAY OMIŠ-SPLIT
After our last lunch and last sail on the boat, we arrive at our first and last port Split. Enjoy the view of Split Riviera arriving in Split. Split is a monumental city under UNESCO protection that belongs not only to Croatians, but also to you, as it is a part of the world heritage. Here we find an abundance of Roman architecture – of special interest is the Diocletian palace. The possibility of joining a special guided tour with a local guide who will tell you more about the amazing history and monuments of Split.
SATURDAY SPLIT
Early breakfast after which it is time to say goodbye to the crew and all your new friends!

GROUP BOOKING and changes in route and programme according to group preferences are possible

OPTIONALS:

-RIVER EXCURSION WITH TANGERINE PICKING FROM METKOVIĆ- this excursion starts with a ride on a river boat, the traditional vessel of the Neretva River and a float through the ornithological refuge to enjoy the last Mediterranean delta, which has still preserved its flora and fauna. The boat will take us to tangerine plantation to join tangerine picking, with the sounds of traditional music.
Included: bus transfer to river, ride with traditional boats, 1kg of tangerines per person, traditional peasant lunch/dinner, and music.
PRICE: 42 EUR per person, min 20 pax

- MOSTAR AND MEDJUGORJE EXCURSION FROM METKOVIĆ- Mostar is the regional capital of the Herzegovina region, the alluring country situated in the heart of the Western Balkans. East and West meet on its gleaming, turquoise river in a blend of oriental architecture, Mediterranean air and Balkan beauty. The main attraction is its world-famous bridge, although visitors soon find themselves immersed in other sights around its Ottoman Old Town such as the Old Bazaar, the Turkish House and one of the many fascinating mosques which have stood in this city for hundreds of years. On our way back from Mostar to Gradac where the boat will wait for us we will stop at Medjugorje to Experience the peace and spirituality of one of Europe’s most holy places. Since the Virgin Mary appeared to six children on a hillside in 1981, the small town of Medugorje has become one of the most significant and meaningful sites for pilgrimage in Europe.
Included: bus transfer, local guide at Mostar, entrance to museums in Mostar
PRICE: 45 EUR per person, minimum 20 pax

- EXCURSION TO TOP OF BIOKOVO -Transportation by mini-bus with occasional stops for sightseeing. After sightseeing we continue to Sv. Jure - the highest seaside peak on the Mediterranean (1762 m), the second highest in Croatia. With unforgettable views we enjoy at the arrival of the evening, when day light turns to red-bluish colour of the evening. And the sun, producing fiery red-orange light sets into the sea, followed by thick darkness. On our way back we enjoy the night view of the seaside settlements. REQUIREMENTS: walking shoes (minimum sport shoes with hard soles), comfortable light clothes
Included: transportation, entrance fee to Nature Park Biokovo and a guide.
PRICE: 40 EUR, min 6 pax

- RAFTING AT CETINA RIVER - Experience the beauty of the untouched nature of the Cetina river canyon while rafting, which can last 3 to 4 hours. Draw down along the river which is 16 km long. On several places along the river you can stop to rest or to swim in the bright Cetina. The Cetina usually provides relaxed, scenic rafting and no previous experience, except for swimming skills is required. After this adventure there is a possibility of organizing a dinner in a traditional restaurant near the river.
Included: bus transfer to river from the boat and back, professional skipper, equipment
PRICE: 30 EUR per person, min 6 pax

- WALKING TOUR IN SPLIT with experienced local guide
PRICE: 10 EUR per person

CANCELLATION CONDITIONS

for KATARINA LINE cruises

2009

INDIVIDUAL BOOKINGS:

For cruises special cancellation clause will be applied:

- From the day of confirmation up till 30 days prior to arrival –
advance payment (EUR 150 per person)-non- refundable
- 29-22 days – 25% of the remaining balance
- 21-15 days – 50% of the remaining balance
- 14-0 days – 100%

KATARINA LINE HIGHLY RECOMMENDS CLIENTS TO TAKE INSURANCE AGAINST
CANCELLATION OF RESERVED SERVICES!!!

CHARTERS:
In case of cancellation Katarina Line reserves the right to keep the following amounts of the total price:
- From the day of confirmation up till 10 weeks prior to departure – advance payment (EUR 2,000 – 5,000 per week depending on number of berths) is non-refundable
- Till 8 weeks...............25% - of the remaining balance
- Till 7 weeks ...........…50% - of the remaining balance
- Till 6 weeks...……..….75% - of the remaining balance
- Till 4 weeks …………100%

KATARINA LINE HIGHLY RECOMMENDS CLIENTS TO TAKE INSURANCE AGAINST
CANCELLATION OF RESERVED SERVICES!!!