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Sailing Italy to Croatia

10 days, Venice to Zadar

When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.

Your flight must arrive by or before: 13:00 on Day 1
Your flight must depart no earlier than: 14:00 on Day 10

Itinerary

Day 1Venice

Arrival day. Join the group at 4pm for an important group meeting where you will meet the Chief Experience Officer (CEO), Skipper, and the other group members.

Spend the night in the marina in Venice, then hit the waters the next morning.

On our Italy/Croatia sailing trip the G Adventures Skipper/CEO will help you make a food kitty, where around EUR 75 per person, per week will be added to the kitty for small food items on board to cover breakfasts, lunches and the odd dinner.
Breakfasts and lunches are prepared by yourself, and most dinners are taken ashore at local restaurants.

Arrival Day
Venice

Begin your adventure today. There are no planned activities so feel free to explore or rest up for the excitement ahead.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative

The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.

17m (57 ft) Mediterranean Sailing Yacht
Venice

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Day 2Venice/Izola

Embark from Venice as we hug the Adriatic coastline all the way to Zadar, Croatia.

Flexible itineraries give your experienced Skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for. We follow the desires of the group and tailor the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board.

As we begin our epic seafaring voyage through the gorgeous Adriatic Sea, keep an eye out for the various ancient villages, towns and ruins that will make up the first part of our trip.

Our first stop is Izola, where we explore this magical region in Slovenia, and then continue on to Croatia.

17m (57 ft) Mediterranean Sailing Yacht
Venice – Grado

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Days 3–4Gulf of Trieste & Slovenia

Depart Grado as we begin the second section of our voyage through the Gulf of Trieste.

The second leg of our voyage takes us along the storied coastline of Slovenia. Depending on weather and desire, visit the seaside towns of Koper, Piran, and Portoroz.

17m (57 ft) Mediterranean Sailing Yacht
Grado – Istria

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Piran and Portorož City Excursion
Piran – Portorož

Visit the Slovenian sister towns of Piran and Portorož, each with their own unique atmospheres. Explore the Baroque and Renaissance architecture of Piran's narrow pedestrian walkways, then travel 5 minutes down the road to the glitz and glamor of Portorož and it's shining casinos and seaside resorts.

Koper City Excurison
Koper

Tour Koper, Slovenia's oldest and largest coastal city. Explore the city streets and spot various Venetian Gothic masterpieces such as the Praetorian and Loggia Palaces.

Days 5–6Istrian Peninsula

Traverse the coastline of Croatia's Istrian peninsula, with the possibility of visiting the seaside towns of Rovinj and Pula.

Glide past the many villages of Croatia's sunny coastline. Depending on weather, visit the fishing village of Rovinj for spectacular fresh seafood, or tour the various architectural styles and Roman ruins of Pula.

17m (57 ft) Mediterranean Sailing Yacht
Istria – Kvarner

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Rovinj City Excursion
Rovinj

Tour the charming fishing village of Rovinj. Tour the tightly wound streets of the old town, or take a bike ride along the coastline for some beautiful views.

Pula City Excursion
Pula

Make land and visit the historic Croatian town of Pula, renowned for it's wine-making industry, and it's multitudes of ancient Roman buildings. Pick up some delectable beverages and visit the Pula Arena, one of the largest and most complete Roman arenas still in existence.

Days 7–9Kvarner Bay Islands

As we enter the Kvarner island chain, spend the next few days touring the archipelago as we feast on fresh seafood and lounge on the areas many secluded beaches.

With so many islands to visit, talk with your Skipper about the best places to land. Tour the many islands, or relax on the boat as the world drifts by.

17m (57 ft) Mediterranean Sailing Yacht
Kvarner – Zadar

Get into the thick of things swiftly aboard one of our sharp-looking yachts.

Lošinj Island Excursion
Otok Lošinj

Lošinj has long been known as an island paradise, with evidence of inhabitants dating back 12,000 years. It's kept that reputation all this time, thanks to being one of the sunniest island destinations in the entire Adriatic. Lounge on the beaches, or visit one of the small towns for a taste of laid back island life.

Dugi Island Excursion
Dugi Otok

The island of Dugi combines all that is magical about this part of the world, vibrant blue water, majestic beaches and cliffs, and charming seaside hamlets all ready for exploration. Thanks to it's designation as part of Kornati National Park, the pristine environment remains unspoiled for new visitors.

Molat Island Excursion
Otok Molat

Tour the many secluded coves of Otok Molat, a tiny slice of heaven with barely 200 inhabitants. Revel in the peace and quiet of this hidden gem as the waves gently lap our sailboat.

Day 10Zadar

Say farewell to your sailing partners, and depart after breakfast.

If you would like extra time in the Zadar region after the sailing journey is finished, we recommend asking your CEO about booking accommodations and activities.

Departure Day
Zadar

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Sailing Italy to Croatia

| 10 days - Venice to Zadar - from $2129 USD