Elaphiti Islands Karaka Cruise
Description
Climb on board a majestic replica of a 16th-century karaka and enjoy an unforgettable tour of the Elaphiti islands off the Croatian coast!
Tour Details
At the indicated time, we'll either pick you up from your hotel or meet at Gruž Port, based on your selection when booking. There, we will board the Karaka, a detailed replica of an authentic 16th-century galleon. This type of boat was crucial in establishing the Republic of Ragusa as a competitor to Venice for control of Mediterranean trade.
We'll arrive at the first of the Elaphiti islands, Kolo?ep, where you'll have 1 hour and 15 minutes of free time. Kolo?ep was historically significant for its boat-building industry and is home to seven pre-Romanesque churches built between the 9th and 11th centuries.
Next, we head to Šipan, the largest of the Elaphiti Islands. You will have 1 hour and 15 minutes of free time to explore the old summer mansions of the aristocracy amidst beautiful cypress, lemon, and orange groves. The island's port and quiet beaches provide lovely views of the surrounding coast and islands.
Our final destination will be Lopud, where you'll enjoy up to 3 hours of free time. You can take a stroll along the picturesque promenade, relax at the sandy Šunj Beach, hike to Fort Sutvra? for sweeping views, or indulge in some of the local culinary offerings.
After exploring Lopud, we will return to the starting point, completing the tour in approximately 6 to 9 hours.
Schedule & Pickup Points
When making your reservation, you can choose your exact time and location for hotel pickup or the nearest pickup point. Please check below for the exact schedules:
Boat Trip without Pickup & Drop-Off
If you prefer to make your own way to the port of Gruž, choosing the boat tour without pickup & drop-off option allows you to meet at Obala Stjepana Radi?a 16 at the scheduled time. At the end of the tour, we will return to this location.
Departure from Lopud
The departure time from Lopud varies by season:
- April, May, & August 21-31, 2023: 4 pm
- June 1 - August 20, 2023: 4:30 pm
- September 1-15, 2023: 3:30 pm
- September 16 - October 30, 2023: 3 pm
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on selection)
- Transport by bus or minibus (depending on selection)
- Boat ride
- 1 drink per person
- English–speaking tour escort
What's not included
- Food
Cancellation policy
Rimborso del 50.0% se cancelli almeno 24 ore prima (local time)
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible. Signage with easily recognisable pictograms. Security system and visual and audible alarm.
Important information
On the day of the activity, the local tour guide will pick you up at the meeting point you have selected at the agreed time.
Boat trip without pickup & drop-off
Do you prefer to come to the port of Gruž by yourself? If you book the boat tour without pickup & drop-off, we'll meet you at the indicated time directly at Obala Stjepana Radića, 16, next to the restaurant Bistro Glorijet. At the end of the tour, we'll return to the same point.
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