Dubrovnik, Croatia - Tuesday, May 10, 2005 Choices:

1)A Cultural Evening Out in Dubrovnik Price Price $129 Duration Approximately 3 hours Description Dubrovnik's cultural life are united in the historical Old Town. Meet an internationally acclaimed artist, and enjoy a classical music concert in a medieval church. The Rector's Palace was once the seat of Government, and today houses a collection of paintings, furniture and medieval weapons. At Dubrovnik House, browse a classical array of paintings and Dubrovnik souvenirs, Croatian wines, various fruits and herbal brandies, liqueurs, olive oil, dried fruit and various local sweets. One of Dubrovnik's artists' work is on display. Brandy, liqueurs, caramelized almonds and sweets are offered. View the Dominican Monastery, and walk to the Church of St Savior, where you will listen to a 40-minute Classical quartet concert of pieces by Croatian and international composers. Notes Medallion Collection

2) A Taste of Croatia Price Adult $79; Duration Approximately 7 3/4 hours Description Calling all wine-lovers and connoisseurs! Drive along the spectacular Adriatic coast west of Dubrovnik passing the Elaphite archipelago and villages along the coast. The first stop is at Ston, where a spectacular 13th-century defensive wall surrounds the town and continues high up into the mountains. Don't miss the ancient saltpans that are still in use today. Continue past beautiful vineyards and small villages to the Peljesac Peninsula. You'll visit the cellar of the Milos family--famous for their vineyards in Ponikye. Taste some of the wines produced here, including red wines named Plavac and Fatiga. After the cellar visit, you will stop at the home of the Bartulovic family, for a typical local lunch. En route back to Dubrovnik there will be a short stop in the small town of Slano.

3) Cultural Dubrovnik by Day Price Adult $113; Duration Approximately 7 hours Description Explore the old town of Dubrovnik, entering the 13th-century city via the Pile Gate. See the Sponza Palace with its elegant courtyard and elaborate stone carvings, the Dominican church and monastery, the Rector's Palace, the Church of St Blaise. Walk along the city's main thoroughfare, whose graceful stone palazzi house shops and residences. Just 30 minutes away, visit the small town of Cavtat, with a palm-lined seashore and numerous cafés. Take a short walk along the beautiful seafront promenade. Next is the Glavic House--a traditional family home in the Konavle region, producing brandy, wine and olive oil. Enjoy a lunch of traditional Croatian specialities, locally produced wines and brandy, and delicious desserts as local musicians entertain you.

** Krane choice ** 4) Dubrovnik & Croatia's Countryside Price Adult $119; Duration Approximately 6 1/2 hours Description Thanks to the Rebuild Dubrovnik Fund, this marvelous city has been reclaimed as a United Nations World Heritage Site. Enter the city through the Pile Gate and visit the amazing courtyard of the Sponza Palace, known for its elaborate stone carvings. You'll see the Dominican church and monastery, as well as the impressive Rectors Palace and the Church of St Blaise. In the Konavle region, a 45-minute drive south of Dubrovnik, spend an afternoon in an idyllic natural setting. At the Konavoski Dvori Restaurant, perfectly situated in an old water mill next to the Ljuta River, lunch on traditional delicacies. Local red and white wines, as well as bottled water, are included. Return to Dubrovnik for a brief shopping stop in the Gruz Harbor area.

5) Dubrovnik Evening Cruise Price Adult $59; Duration Approximately 3 3/4 hours Description This is a unique opportunity to explore Dubrovnik inside and out. Enjoy a panoramic sail from the modern harbor, along the coast to the ancient harbor of the walled city, and dock in the Old Port as mariners have been doing for centuries. Along the way, you will be entertained by a group of musicians, playing a medley of Dalmatian and international songs. Sip on a welcome drink of prossecco, or domestic herbal brandy. Disembark in historical Old Town and spend some time exploring the city on your own. You will have time for dinner in one of mathe ancient saltpans that are still in use today. Continue past beautiful vineyards and small villages to the Peljesac Peninsula. You'll visit the cellar of the Milos family--famous for their vineyards in Ponikye. Taste some of the wines produced here, including red wines named Plavac and Fatiga. After the cellar visit, you will stop at the home of the Bartulovic family, for a typical local lunch. En route back to Dubrovnik there will be a short stop in the small town of Slano.

** Krane choice ** 4) Dubrovnik & Croatia's Countryside ny local restaurants if you wish. Return to the ship will be by air conditioned motorcoach. Notes Dinner is not included in the tour price.

6) Dubrovnik's Riviera Price Adult $49; Duration Approximately 3 1/2 hours Description From the view point, take in a magnificent view over Dubrovnik and its Riviera, then a pleasant drive leads along the coastline and through the picturesque villages of the green and fertile Konavle valley. You are headed to Cavtat, with a palm-lined seashore and numerous cafés. During a short stop here, walk along the beautiful seafront promenade. Now, your coach will return you to Dubrovnik's Ploce Square at the eastern entrance of the Old Town. A refreshment will be served before you watch a performance including regional costumes, songs and dances from various Croatian provinces. Notes The tour includes a walk between the Ploce Square and Pile Square of approximately 2,000 feet over a paved area.

7) Historic Dubrovnik Price Adult $44; Duration Approximately 3 1/2 hours Description "Those who seek paradise on Earth," George Bernard Shaw once wrote, "should come to Dubrovnik"--a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Drive by coach to the view point south of town, then cross the stone bridge to walk down the broad, stone-paved avenue known as the Stradun. It is the city's main artery, lined with graceful stone palazzi where people both work and live. Your visit will include the Rector's Palace (15th century), and the Cathedral (1667). View from the outside the Sponza Palace notable for its column courtyard with elaborate stone carvings, and Onofriou's Fountain. Enjoy free time for shopping or browsing in the Old Town.

8) Off the Beaten Track: Neretva River Delta Photo Safari Price Adult $109; Duration Approximately 8 hours Description This is an excursion for nature lovers, featuring coast, mountains and the Neretva River delta. During the drive along the Adriatic coast, you will pass the Elaphite islands and the lovely town of Ston. At Neum, you will make your first short stop in the Republic of Bosnia Herzegovinia, so you will have the opportunity to visit two countries during this excursion. Continue inland to the village of Opuzen to board a small boat known as a trupice, which will transport you to where the Neretva River delta forms a huge marsh with numerous birds, fishes and other species. Seasonal fruits will be served in the boats during the sail. After 45 minutes, the trupice will stop at an old Neretva house on the lakefront, converted to a restaurant that is accessible only by boat. There a lunch will be served. After lunch, you'll ride by boat to the village of Badjula, then take the motorocoach back to Dubrovnik with a short break in medieval Ston. Notes This tour crosses the border between Croatia and Bosnia Herzegovinia. Bring your passport. Operates weather permitting.

9) Panoramic Konavle Price Adult $41; Duration Approximately 3 hours Description This tour is specially created for guests with limited mobility--an opportunity to see the best of the Dubrovnik region at a relaxed pace. Thanks to the Rebuild Dubrovnik Fund, this marvelous city has been reclaimed as a United Nations World Heritage Site. Even a glance at it from the panoramic viewpoint will reveal its character and charm. A 60-minute drive south of Dubrovnik through the Konavle Region will bring you to the old watermill where a local inhabitant will explain a traditional way of flour making. Enjoy a snack and local brandy in front of the old water mill.