Korcula Across the Sea: Private Excursion from Dubrovnik to Korcula Island with Speedboat or Yacht

Name: Korcula Across the Sea: Private Excursion from Dubrovnik to Korcula Island with Speedboat or Yacht
Brand: AdriaticGlobal Private Excursions
SKU: f3e414fe-c1fa-4d27-8cc7-bfc3eec09714

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Summary

On the day of the excursion you will meet with the agent and embark on the boat at 9:30am. The skipper and crew will do an introduction for you to get familiar with the boat facilities, safety regulations, duration and sights of trip and current sea conditions. Korcula is situated 50 nautical miles northwest of Dubrovnik and the ride will last approximately 2-hours. Besides pleasant navigation, on your way from Dubrovnik to Korcula you will have an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery of surrounding islands and Dubrovnik littoral. Upon our arrival, the boat will dock in front of the old town and right after you can start to explore Korcula town on your own or in the company of a tourist guide (recommended extra service) who will share with you all secrets of this Mediterranean medieval town. Surrounded by walls and considered one of the most romantic coastal cities in Croatia, nowadays it is the top destination for tourists cruising the Mediterranean. According to one legend, Korcula was founded by the Trojan hero Antenor. The town and Korcula island are mentioned for the first time in the 10th century while the civilization on the island goes much further back in time. The main interesting venues to visit are the cathedral, the city museum and the house that is believed to be a birthplace of famous traveler Marco Polo who was born in Korcula in 1254, as a son of a merchant. After finishing the tour of Korcula, you will have some free time for lunch and shopping on famous Korcula local market. Korcula's old town is abundant with souvenir shops and taverns serving Dalmatian specialties. If there is enough time and weather conditions permitting, there will be a stop to refresh and swim in one of the numerous bays along the way back to Dubrovnik via Elafiti Islands.

Tour info

Duration

9 hours

Why take this tour?

Visiting Korcula by boat is a great experience and at the same time an option to substitute traffic jams, hot roads, buses, and cars. On the way to Korcula and back we will stop in hidden bays for swimming and snorkeling (Sandy beach in Marculeti, hidden cove close to Zuljana, the Last island of Elafiti called Olipa where we may see superyachts anchored. The sights that you will visit during this 9-hour tour include the panorama of Dubrovnik's littoral and of the channel of Mljet Island, Elaphite Islands, Peljesac Peninsula, Badija & Stupe Island, and top venues in Korcula like the house of Marco Polo, St. Anthony's Cypress Hill and Abbey Treasury. In the price is included 1 hour of sightseeing of the Korcula Old Town, guided by a licensed local guide (please confirm your native language), entrance fees to Korcula museums and important buildings are paid on the spot.

What’s included?

Value added tax (VAT)
Boat skipper crew
Light refreshments, snacks and beverages on boat. Ask for catering service
Hotel pickup and drop
Does not include a fuel surcharge payable after tour check out (cash or ask for credit card)
Lunch or food (on boat or restaurant) but you may ask for our catering services on boat
Gratuities
Fuel surcharge:High-class speedboat:€240,Luxury speedboat:€400,Motor yacht:€650,Luxury yacht:€950

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 9h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

AdriaticGlobal Private Excursions

About operator:

Our private excursions are the product of our experience and suggestions of our Clients, designed to offer maximum satisfaction and comfort through personal attention to detail. We offer to you excursions and tours tailored to suit private groups and individual travelers who wish to break away from the crowd, experience more intimate settings and special attention. Private excursions are performed with new, comfortable, and luxury vehicles, speed boats, motor, and luxury yachts. Our professional guides and drivers are friendly and knowledgeable always at your disposal during each and every private excursion program. Your satisfaction is our success!