VENICE &
THE DALMATIAN COAST ITINERARY:
1. Arrive Venice
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido
Resort, Venice, Italy. Transfers from Venice’s Marco Polo
Airport are included to The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido
Resort. Your resort is located on ‘Lido di Venezia’ Island
overlooking a private beach. Join us this evening for a welcome
reception and dinner.
The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido Resort ~ Meals D
2. Experience the Pleasures of Venice
With the expert eyes of a local guide, discover the
treasures of Piazza San Marco (St. Mark’s Square), the center of
Venetian life. Visit dramatic St. Mark’s Basilica, and marvel at
the sumptuous Doges’ Palace. Explore Venice at your leisure this
afternoon.
The Westin Excelsior, Venice Lido Resort ~ Meals B
3. Venetian Islands / Embark Le Levant
Visit the picturesque islands of the Venetian Lagoon.
Explore Murano, famous for glass production since the 10th
century, and discover lively Burano, renowned for lacemaking and
brightly colored houses. This afternoon, board your private
yacht Le Levant for welcome cocktails, followed by dinner at
sea.
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BD
4. Historic Croatia - Sibenik / Split
Le Levant docks this morning in Sibenik, Croatia, a city
ruled through time by the Hungarian-Croats, Venetians, French,
and Austrians. After visiting Sibenik’s Cathedral, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, drive south along the Adriatic coast.
Arrive in Split and take a walking tour through Diocletian’s
Palace, another World Heritage Site.
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD
5. The Island of Korcula
Journey today to the beautiful Adriatic island of Korcula,
with its lush vineyards, olive trees, and lovely medieval town.
According to some historical accounts, this ancient walled city
was the childhood home of famed explorer Marco Polo. A walking
tour of Korcula precedes a private performance of Moreska
folklore.
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD
6. Montenegro – Kotor
Le Levant’s entrance into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, one of
the few fjords in the region, is memorable. With roots dating
back to the site of a 3rd-century Roman military outpost, the
fortress city of Kotor was a Byzantine stronghold in the 6th
century; a walking tour includes the Naval Museum. Return to Le
Levant and set sail for the extraordinary port of Dubrovnik.
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD
7. Dubrovnik, Gem of the Adriatic
Dubrovnik’s well-preserved 15th-century old town was
designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site; sightseeing includes
visits to the historic main square, the Dominican Monastery, the
Rector’s Palace, and Dubrovnik Synagogue. The rest of the day is
spent in port; there’s lots to explore!
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD
8. Treasures of Hvar
A sightseeing tour of the town of Hvar includes a visit to
the Cathedral of St. Stephen. Enjoy expansive views from Spanjol
Fortress, located high above the town, before a walking tour of
Stari Grad. The Dalmatian Coast produces some exceptional wine –
enjoy a wine tasting before returning to Hvar Town for the rest
of the day.
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD
9. Istria / Pula, Croatia
A special day awaits exploring the Istrian peninsula. A
visit to the town of Pula includes the Roman Amphitheatre,
believed to be the best preserved in the world. Return to the
ship after lunch, and join us tonight for a farewell reception
and dinner.
Aboard Le Levant ~ Meals BLD
10. Journey Home
Tour ends: Venice. A transfer from Le Levant to Marco Polo
Airport is included; allow a minimum of 21/2 hours for check-in.
Meals B
Above itinerary reflects
2008, please call for 2009 details.
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