center and a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was both a Roman and a Byzantine stronghold; a guided walking tour visits the maritime museum and one of the city’s Romanesque churches. Back aboard the ship, a local female a cappella group entertains as you head out for an evening’s sightseeing on the water. Meals BLD
8. HVAR – LAVENDER,OLIVES, BEACHES The jet-setting island of Hvar welcomes you with lush vineyards, aromatic fields of lavender, and cultural treasures destined to leave you enriched and inspired. With a guide, explore Hvar Town, home to intricately carved architecture and Stari Grad. You’ll also see Spanjol Fortress, steeped in medieval charm; it is set high above the town with spectacular coastal views. The Dalmatian Coast produces some exceptional wine; enjoy a wine tasting and return to Hvar Town for time at leisure. Meals BLD
9. THE ISTRIA PENINSULA:PULA AND ROVINJ Discoveries along the lovely Istrian peninsula, bordering Italy on Croatia’s northern Adriatic coast, begin in Pula, featuring impressive vestiges of Roman occupation; visit its 1st-century amphitheatre, considered the best-preserved in the world. Later, take a guided walking tour of the fairy-tale village of Rovinj. Please join us this evening for farewell cocktails and dinner as L’Austral returns to Venice on your last night at sea. Meals BLD
10. DISEMBARK SHIP / JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: 9:00 AM at Venice’s Marco Polo Airport. Disembark
L’Austral for an 8:30 AM coach transfer from the dock in Venice to Marco Polo Airport. Allow 3 hours for check-in at the airport. Flights should depart after 12:00 PM. Meals B
See inspiring Diocletian’s Palace in Split: built between the 3rd and 4th centuries, home to the Roman Emperor, and remarkably preserved.
10 DAYS FROM $6,590 PLUS AIRFARE (9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 8 Dinners)
BEGINS VENICE May 31 Jun 5, 12 Aug 21, 28 Sep 4
Go to
www.tauck.com for up-to-the-minute space availability. LAND / CRUISE PRICE PER PERSON
Superior Cabin – Deck 3 Double $6590
Deluxe Cabin – Deck 3 Double $6965
Prestige Cabin – Deck 4 Double $7340
Prestige Cabin – Deck 5 Double $7530
Prestige Cabin – Deck 6 Double $7715
Croatia, long a popular holiday destination among Europeans, offers gorgeous views and delicious wines.
Deluxe Suite – Deck 6 Double $8650
Prestige Suite – Deck 5 Double $9585
Prestige Suite – Deck 6 Double $9960
Single $8346 Single $8721 Single $9648 Single $9838 Single $10,023 Single N/A Single N/A Single N/A Triple $4943 Triple N/A Triple N/A Triple N/A Triple N/A Triple N/A Triple $6939 Triple $7189
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).
Land / Cruise Price includes everything described in General Information as well as private Tauck shore excursions, cruise fare, port charges, applicable fuel surcharges, daily cocktail hour, all-day soft drinks, wine with dinner aboard ship, entertainment and gratuities to Tauck Director and ship staff. Departures will be hosted by one Tauck Director for every 39 Tauck guests.
Note: Tour of May 31 will cruise days 1-7, followed by a two-night stay at Hotel Danieli in Venice; sightseeing is identical. Ask at booking.
Please ask about additional hotel nights before or after your cruise and about our comprehensive Cruise Protection Product.
See page 52 for L’Austral deck plans and specifications.
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