43 cruises found
A cruise in Croatia feels like sailing along an Adriatic coastline made for sea travel: Dubrovnik's city walls above the blue water, Diocletian's Palace in Split, the narrow streets of Korčula, the Dalmatian islands, white-stone ports, and coves reached between ports of call.
The destination blends cultural heritage, swimming, island villages, Mediterranean cuisine, and scenic cruising, often at a gentler pace than in major cruise cities.
Depending on the ship and itinerary, the experience can be culture-focused, beach-focused, intimate, family-friendly, or more refined aboard a small vessel or luxury ship.
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Croatia
Itinerary : Piraieus, Cephalonia, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Bari, Corfu, Katakolon, Piraieus
13 other departures
Celestyal Journey
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Piraieus
03/06/2027
from
$ 810
Other departures:
Mar 20, 2027
May 01, 2027
Jul 31, 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Piraieus, Cephalonia, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Bari, Corfu, Katakolon, Piraieus, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaus (Crete), Santorini, Mykonos, Milos, Piraieus
13 other departures
Celestyal Journey
15 d
Inside Stateroom
Piraieus
03/18/2028
from
$ 1,656
Other ports of embarkation:
PiraieusOther departures:
06-20 Mar 2027
May 01, 2027
Jul 31, 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Piraieus, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaus (Crete), Santorini, Mykonos, Milos, Piraieus, Cephalonia, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Bari, Corfu, Katakolon, Piraieus
11 other departures
Celestyal Journey
15 d
Inside Stateroom
Piraieus
04/08/2028
from
$ 1,656
Other ports of embarkation:
PiraieusOther departures:
Mar 13, 2027
Apr 24, 2027
Jul 24, 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Trieste, Bari, Kotor, Corfu, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste
2 other departures
Costa Deliziosa
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Trieste
11/07/2026
from
$ 845
Other ports of embarkation:
BariOther departures:
Oct 24, 2026
Oct 16, 2027
Itinerary : Bari, Kotor, Corfu, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste, Bari
2 other departures
Costa Deliziosa
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Bari
10/25/2026
from
$ 917
Other ports of embarkation:
TriesteOther departures:
Nov 08, 2026
Oct 17, 2027
Itinerary : Ravenna, Bay of Kotor, Kotor, Piraieus, Santorini, Split, Ravenna
2 other departures
Explorer of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Ravenna
05/27/2028
from
$ 936
Other departures:
Jul 08, 2028
Sep 30, 2028
Itinerary : Ravenna, Dubrovnik, Piraieus, Santorini, Split, Ravenna
4 other departures
Explorer of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Ravenna
10/14/2028
from
$ 954
Other departures:
10-24 Jun 2028
Jul 22, 2028
Sep 02, 2028
Itinerary : Venice, Kotor, Korcula, Trogir, Cres, Venice
Royal Clipper
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Venice
06/18/2028
from
$ 3,019
Itinerary : Venice, Dubrovnik, Komiža, Sibenik, Rovinj, Piran, Venice
Star Flyer
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Venice
06/10/2028
from
$ 3,262
Itinerary : Venice, Pesaro, Sibenik, Dubrovnik, Monopoli, Komiža, Rovinj, Venice
Royal Clipper
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Venice
06/24/2028
from
$ 3,523
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, La Spezia, Ajaccio, Menorca, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Valetta, Kotor, Split, Zadar, Trieste, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Cephalonia, Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia / Rome
Queen Elizabeth
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
09/03/2027
from
$ 3,882
Itinerary : Barcelona, Valetta, Kotor, Split, Zadar, Trieste, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia / Rome, La Spezia, Ajaccio, Menorca, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona
Queen Elizabeth
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Barcelona
08/20/2027
from
$ 3,975
Other ports of embarkation:
TriesteItinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Amafi, Saranda, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Rijeka, Ravenna, Split, Kotor, Naxos di Giardini, Naples, Civitavecchia / Rome
2 other departures
EXPLORA VI
15 d
Suite
Civitavecchia / Rome
10/16/2028
from
$ 8,190
Other departures:
Aug 21, 2028
Sep 18, 2028
Itinerary : Piraieus, Dubrovnik, Split, Kotor, Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia / Rome, La Spezia, Villefranche, Barcelona
Celebrity Infinity
13 d
Inside Stateroom
Piraieus
11/02/2026
from
$ 1,644
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Salerno, Dubrovnik, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Katakolon, Chania, Mykonos, Piraieus
Enchanted Princess
11 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
05/16/2028
from
$ 1,650
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Ajaccio, Alghero, Messina, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste
Enchanted Princess
11 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
06/17/2028
from
$ 1,710
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Genoa, Ajaccio, Palermo, Messina, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste
Enchanted Princess
11 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
04/03/2028
from
$ 1,720
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Santa Margherita, Ajaccio, Valetta, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste
Enchanted Princess
11 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
08/05/2028
from
$ 1,770
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korcula, Sibenik, Trogir, Split, Hvar, Vis, Kotor, Dubrovnik
11 other departures
MV La Belle de l Adriatique
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Dubrovnik
08/12/2027
from
$ 2,877
Other departures:
Jun 24, 2027
01-08-15-22-29 Jul 2027
05-19-26 Aug 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Salerno, Dubrovnik, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Katakolon, Chania, Mykonos, Piraieus, Mykonos, Rhodes, Kusadasi, Chania, Katakolon, Corfu, Kotor, Valetta, Barcelona
Enchanted Princess
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
05/16/2028
from
$ 3,135
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Genoa, Ajaccio, Palermo, Messina, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Katakolon, Chania, Mykonos, Rhodes, Limassol, Kusadasi, Piraieus
Enchanted Princess
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
04/03/2028
from
$ 3,184
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Ajaccio, Alghero, Messina, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Katakolon, Chania, Mykonos, Rhodes, Limassol, Kusadasi, Piraieus
Enchanted Princess
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
06/17/2028
from
$ 3,305
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Santa Margherita, Ajaccio, Valetta, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trieste, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Katakolon, Chania, Mykonos, Rhodes, Limassol, Kusadasi, Piraieus
Enchanted Princess
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
08/05/2028
from
$ 3,360
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Ajaccio, Valetta, Messina, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Trieste, Split, Kotor, Corfu, Katakolon, Chania, Mykonos, Rhodes, Limassol, Kusadasi, Piraieus
Enchanted Princess
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
09/16/2028
from
$ 3,474
Itinerary : Trieste, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia / Rome, La Spezia, Ajaccio, Menorca, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Valetta, Kotor, Split, Zadar, Trieste
Queen Elizabeth
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Trieste
08/27/2027
from
$ 3,836
Other ports of embarkation:
Barcelona
Dubrovnik's city walls
Lokrum Island
Mount Srđ
Lokrum Island
Mount Srđ
Dubrovnik's city walls
Mount Srđ
Dubrovnik's city walls
Lokrum Island
Diocletian's Palace
Trogir
Krka National Park
Trogir
Krka National Park
Diocletian's Palace
Krka National Park
Diocletian's Palace
Trogir
Hvar
Korčula
Mljet
Korčula
Mljet
Hvar
Mljet
Hvar
Korčula
Rovinj
Zadar
Šibenik
Zadar
Šibenik
Rovinj
Šibenik
Rovinj
Zadar
April
Weather & swimming
Cooler weather is better suited to cultural visits. Swimming is less of a focus, but the cities, city walls, markets, and historic sites are still very enjoyable to explore.
Expert advice
A good choice for travelers who prioritize ports of call, scenery, and sometimes lower fares, though the weather requires closer attention.
May–June
Weather & swimming
Mild weather, beautiful light, and less crowded ports of call. Temperatures are pleasant, cities are easier to explore, and the sea is becoming warm enough for swimming.
Expert advice
An excellent time for a first cruise in Croatia, especially if you want to enjoy Dubrovnik, Split, and the islands without the midsummer crowds.
July–August
Weather & swimming
Hot, lively, and focused on the seaside. Ports, beaches, and islands are at their busiest, with warm water and large crowds.
Expert advice
Choose this period if you want a full-on summer atmosphere. For cultural visits, head out early, plan breaks, and expect larger crowds at iconic sites.
September–October
Weather & swimming
The sea is still pleasant and the pace is more comfortable. Temperatures remain mild, the light is beautiful, and ports of call gradually return to a slower rhythm.
Expert advice
Often the best option for balancing swimming, historic sights, local cuisine, and comfortable sightseeing, especially in the Dalmatian islands.
| Season | Weather & swimming | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
April | Cooler weather is better suited to cultural visits. Swimming is less of a focus, but the cities, city walls, markets, and historic sites are still very enjoyable to explore. | A good choice for travelers who prioritize ports of call, scenery, and sometimes lower fares, though the weather requires closer attention. |
May–June | Mild weather, beautiful light, and less crowded ports of call. Temperatures are pleasant, cities are easier to explore, and the sea is becoming warm enough for swimming. | An excellent time for a first cruise in Croatia, especially if you want to enjoy Dubrovnik, Split, and the islands without the midsummer crowds. |
July–August Hot, lively, and focused on the seaside. Ports, beaches, and islands are at their busiest, with warm water and large crowds. Choose this period if you want a full-on summer atmosphere. For cultural visits, head out early, plan breaks, and expect larger crowds at iconic sites. | ||
September–October | The sea is still pleasant and the pace is more comfortable. Temperatures remain mild, the light is beautiful, and ports of call gradually return to a slower rhythm. | Often the best option for balancing swimming, historic sights, local cuisine, and comfortable sightseeing, especially in the Dalmatian islands. |
In Croatia, the highlights are easy to explore from the sea: fortified towns, island ports, coves, natural parks, city walls, stone lanes, and views of the Adriatic make this destination particularly well suited to cruising.
In Dubrovnik
The city walls, old port, and narrow streets of the old town make up the country's most iconic port call.
In Split
Diocletian's Palace lets you explore an ancient site that is still lived in, with shops, squares, and cafes.
In Korčula
The small fortified town offers a more intimate, island-based expression of Dalmatian heritage.
In Dubrovnik
The city walls, old port, and narrow streets of the old town make up the country's most iconic port call.
In Split
Diocletian's Palace lets you explore an ancient site that is still lived in, with shops, squares, and cafes.
In Korčula
The small fortified town offers a more intimate, island-based expression of Dalmatian heritage.
In Hvar
The Pakleni Islands and small coves near the harbor add a true beachside dimension to the port call.
On Mljet
The national park's saltwater lakes and pine forests offer a nature escape that feels very different from the coastal cities.
On Brač
Depending on the itinerary, Zlatni Rat Beach remains one of the most recognizable sights on the Croatian coast.
In Hvar
The Pakleni Islands and small coves near the harbor add a true beachside dimension to the port call.
On Mljet
The national park's saltwater lakes and pine forests offer a nature escape that feels very different from the coastal cities.
On Brač
Depending on the itinerary, Zlatni Rat Beach remains one of the most recognizable sights on the Croatian coast.
From Mount Srđ
The view of Dubrovnik, the city walls, and the Elaphite Islands offers one of the Adriatic's great panoramas.
From Hvar Fortress
The harbor, rooftops, and Pakleni Islands create a striking view without requiring a long excursion.
From Zadar's waterfront
The sunset, Sea Organ, and waterfront lights create a distinctive atmosphere.
From Mount Srđ
The view of Dubrovnik, the city walls, and the Elaphite Islands offers one of the Adriatic's great panoramas.
From Hvar Fortress
The harbor, rooftops, and Pakleni Islands create a striking view without requiring a long excursion.
From Zadar's waterfront
The sunset, Sea Organ, and waterfront lights create a distinctive atmosphere.
From Split or Šibenik
Krka National Park adds waterfalls, footbridges, and rivers to a cruise focused on the sea.
From Dubrovnik
Lokrum or the Elaphite Islands offer a welcome respite right next to the old town.
From Istria
Rovinj, Pula, or inland villages let you alternate among Roman heritage, Venetian atmosphere, and local cuisine.
From Split or Šibenik
Krka National Park adds waterfalls, footbridges, and rivers to a cruise focused on the sea.
From Dubrovnik
Lokrum or the Elaphite Islands offer a welcome respite right next to the old town.
From Istria
Rovinj, Pula, or inland villages let you alternate among Roman heritage, Venetian atmosphere, and local cuisine.
Walk Dubrovnik's city walls above the Adriatic
Walking the city walls remains one of the highlights of a cruise in Croatia. Travelers love seeing the tiled rooftops, forts, old port, and sea along a single route, with a clear sense of a city built to engage with the water.
Discover Split through Diocletian's Palace
Split stands out because its main historic site is not an isolated monument but a living neighborhood. Travelers enjoy moving from Roman columns to narrow streets and from the market to the Riva, with a sense of continuity between heritage and local life.
Sail between Hvar, Korčula, and the Dalmatian islands
The Dalmatian islands often set the true pace of a Croatia cruise. Travelers remember arrivals in small ports, swimming, stone lanes, cafe terrace breaks, and the way the atmosphere changes without ever leaving the Adriatic.
Head to Lokrum for a breather after Dubrovnik
A few minutes by boat from the old town, Lokrum offers open space, pine trees, rocks, and swimming spots. Travelers appreciate the simple contrast: Dubrovnik remains in view, while the port call becomes calmer and more focused on the sea.
Stop at a Korčula konoba for a taste of Dalmatia
In Korčula, travelers often extend their walk with a casual local meal of grilled fish, octopus salad, or a glass of local wine. This experience gives the port call a more tangible local flavor beyond simply touring the lanes and taking photos.
Listen to Zadar's Sea Organ at sunset
In Zadar, the Sea Organ is often mentioned in traveler feedback because it turns a simple waterfront stroll into a distinctly local experience. The sounds created by the waves, the evening light, and the activity along the waterfront make for an understated, original, and easygoing end to the port call.
Dubrovnik, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, is one of Croatia's most popular tourist destinations. This museum town is one of the most beautiful in the world, with its pink-tiled houses, palaces, ramparts and Slavic culture. In recent years, specialized tours have been organized here to discover the major filming locations of the Game of Thrones series for fans of the series. Further afield, the Mojet National Park offers an opportunity to appreciate the lakes and rocky mountains close to Montenegro. Nearby Korcula is a particularly well-preserved old town. Occupied by various civilizations over the centuries, the village boasts architecture that combines Slavic and Mediterranean cultures.
Split is one of Croatia's other major tourist attractions. It boasts a unique city center set in the remains of Diocletian's palace. Don't miss the cathedral and its campanile, or the Peristyle, the city's nerve center. Off the coast, the island of Hvar is surely one of the most beautiful Croatian islands. Here, you can admire typical villages set amid lavender and pine fields, surrounded by coves and pleasant beaches. Less well known are the villages of Trogir, Sibenik and Zadar, with their interesting religious heritage. Zagreb may not have the charm of Dubrovnik or Split, but it is not lacking in interest. The Austro-Hungarian-built city boasts a blend of neoclassical and Art Nouveau architecture, with narrow cobbled streets. Not far away, the town of Opatija features the same recent style. Ravinj, the jewel of the Istria region, allows you to admire a Euphrasian basilica before visiting the various hilltop villages that surround this part of Croatia.
Due to its geographical location, Croatia is crossed by a wide range of climates, which vary according to the region you're visiting. Inland, you'll enjoy a continental climate with hard, snowy winters and hot, stormy summers. By contrast, the coastal climate is Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot, dry summers. At this time of year, the average sea temperature is 26°C. The Hora wind from the northwest and the Jugo wind from the south, however, modulate these conditions. The off-seasons are the most pleasant times to discover Croatia, particularly between May and September, despite the strong influence of tourists between July and August.
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