Croatia Cruises
on Small Ships

A small ship cruise in Croatia is a voyage along the Dalmatian coast aboard a vessel carrying a limited number of guests rather than several thousand. Smaller yachts and tall ships can berth in compact island harbours and anchor in sheltered coves that large cruise ships cannot reach, which means more time ashore and a relaxed, informal atmosphere on board.

Itineraries typically call at Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar, Korčula, Mljet, Trogir, Brač, Vis, Šibenik and Zadar, and some routes continue into Montenegro. Each cruise follows its own route, so the exact ports are listed on the individual itinerary page.

Most Croatian cruises run for around a week, either as a round trip or as a one-way voyage between Dubrovnik and Split. Shorter and longer sailings are available depending on the vessel and the season, and hotel nights can be added at either end.

Inclusions vary by vessel and operator, and typically cover your cabin, meals on board and the cruise itinerary itself. Shore excursions, drinks packages, national park fees, flights and transfers may be included or added separately, so please check the individual cruise page or speak to our team.

Yes. We arrange tailor-made packages that combine your cruise with flights to Dubrovnik or Split, hotel stays and transfers. Flight-inclusive holidays booked with us are ATOL protected under licence 9511.

The Croatian cruising season generally runs from late spring through to early autumn. May, June and September bring warm weather and quieter harbours, while July and August are the warmest and busiest months along the Dalmatian coast.

Yes. Many of the small ships we represent are available for private charter, which suits families, groups of friends, special celebrations and corporate groups who want the vessel and itinerary to themselves.