Enjoy a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unravelling the wonders of the Adriatic Sea. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you.
The Megayacht Pegasus
The twin-hulled Pegasus, built in 1990, completely refitted in 1997 and interior renovated in 2002 and 2007, accommodates up to 46 guests in a relaxed, congenial atmosphere. On board, you will enjoy magnificent sea views as you stroll our 2.500 square feet / 240 m2 of open deck furnished with comfortable deck chairs or have a delightful meal al fresco.
You can relax with friends in the handsomely appointed lounge, browse in the well-stocked library or enjoy ocean-view dining in the convivial and spacious restaurant area. A platform on Pegasus stern enables you to swim when weather and anchorage conditions permit.
Life on Board
Life on board centers around the indoor/outdoor Lounge and its American Bar on Upper Deck. The adjoining Dining area is surrounded by large windows providing beautiful views of the ports of call. It accommodates all guests at one single seating and provides a high standard of cuisine, always with some local
flavor. Al fresco breakfast or dining is provided as a choice.
The spacious Sun Deck is the ideal place to bask under the sun, read a good book or just gaze at the scenery. Service on board is provided by your Captain and his experienced Marine and Hotel crew members. It will be attentive or unobtrusive according to your requirements and priority is always given to the safety and comfort of passengers.
The Cabins
The 23 cabins of the PEGASUS are located on Sun Deck (3 cabins), Upper Deck (2 cabins), on Main Deck (16 cabins) and on Lower Deck (2 cabins). They are large and comfortable, decorated with soft colour furnishing. The cabins are equipped with twin or queen size beds with two of the cabins being quadruples and 1 cabin being triple and they all have large windows (except for the 2 cabins of the Lower Deck which have portholes). All cabins offer en suite bathrooms with shower, TV/VCR units, music channels, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.
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2010
TALES OF THE ADRIATIC CRUISES FROM SPLIT CROATIA
7 day Croatia cruises along the coast of Croatia from Split to Venice Italy aboard
the M/Y PEGASUS
CROATIA CRUISE ITINERARY
Day 1:
Friday - Split Croatia
Embarkation in lovely Split. After the Welcome Reception we set sail to Pula. Overnight at sea.
Day 2:
Saturday - Pula
Early the morning, we reach Pula, the “Heart” of the Istria region, spreading over seven hills and an ancient Roman colony, called Pollenta. Your optional ½ day excursion showcases important Roman monuments including the beautifully preserved Arena that could seat 23,000 people, the Temple of Augustus, the lovely Sergians triumphal Arch and the Hercules Gat, the town’s oldest monument. The Temple of Jupiter was converted to a church in the 4th century and is an amazing combination of Roman and Byzantine architecture. The tour includes a stop at the Village of Kruncici at Matosevic local wine cellar where you will chance to try one of the best wines of this region. Overnight at sea to Venice.
Day 3:
Sunday - Venice Italy
Venice, the city of Love and culture! The city the great traders and philosophers created is an extraordinary place. The elegant carved gondolas and vaporetti that ply the Grand Canal to the magnificent Piazza San Marco make it a unique city. Our ½ day excursion includes Basilica di San Marco and the Doge’s Palace. You will admire great Renaissance Masters’ works of art housed in the Academia and at the Peggy Guggenheim Museum, a canal-side palazzo. Your afternoon is free to explore this romantic city. Overnight in Venice.
Day 4:
Monday - Rovinj
Today we reach Rovinj in the morning. After breakfast you may join our optional excursion through the exciting city discovering the old town, which used to be surrounded by seven gates of which only three remain nowadays: the Saint Benedict Gate, the Portico and the Holy Cross Gate. The baroque archway, which serves as the entrance into the old town, was built on the site of the former outer gate in the seventeenth century. In the afternoon you have the possibility to take another optional excursion to Dvigrad – an abandoned medieval town - Bale - with its extraordinary Bembo Palace - and Sminj or just relax and see more of Rovinj. After dinner, you may enjoy an evening walk through the popular city to sample some of its entertainment offerings. Overnight is at sea on the way to Zadar.
Day 5:
Tuesday - Zadar
We arrive to Zadar early morning, a fortified town located on the Adriatic Sea. Your optional ½ day excursion will allow you to discover the street nets built by the Roman architects, a surrounding wooden bulwark built by the Venetians in the 16th C., and the New Waterfront built in the 19th C. The historical part of Zadar is fascinating to all those who like historical monuments and cultural heritage. The church of St. Donat, the symbol of the city, is a must see in each itinerary, as well as the Permanent Exhibition of Sacral Art. Your afternoon is free for you to explore this colourful town. Overnight in Zadar
Day 6:
Wednesday - Sibenik
Today we reach Sibenik, the oldest native town of Croatia, the heart of the Adriatic coast, at the mouth of the river Krka, hidden among the channels, Sibenik’s name was given by the great Croatian King Petar Kresimir IV. Today, Sibenik is a youthful and lively town. Little streets lead to attractive squares where modern shop windows unite really nice with the fine and stylish architecture of the vanished centuries. Your optional ½ day walking excursion will include a UNESCO World Heritage site, the great cathedral of St. Jakov which took over a century to build and is the eternal and indestructible symbol of the town. Overnight in Sibenik.
Day 7:
Thursday - Hvar
After leaving Siebenik early in the morning we reach the lush and beautiful Hvar Island, a Greek colony, known as Pharos 'lighthouse'. Hvar served as an important harbor for Venice's Adriatic fleet from the late 12th century through most of the eighteenth century. When we think of Hvar - we think about the island of heather, sunshine and crickets, the island of lavender, sage and wine and the island of rosemary and secluded coves. Your afternoon ½ day walking excursion is adapted to the relaxed rhythms of island life. One of the best ways to do this is to following the way up to the Renaissance cathedral, round the sixteenth-century town well, down to the Arsenal with its striking portal, and over to the docks, visiting St. Stephan's cathedral and Franciscan Monastry along the way. Overnight in Hvar.
Day 8:
Friday - Split
Early morning sailing to Split.
Arrival 8.00 a.m. and disembarkation 9:00 to 10.00 am.
Swimstops are weather permitting. Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7-8 Beaufort winds.
SAILING DATES FROM SPLIT
June
25
July
2,9,16,23,30
August
6,13,20
2010 CROATIA CRUISE RATES
Cabin Cat.
USD
EUROS
C Lower Deck- 1 Double Bed or 2 Lower Bed
Cabins (inside cabins)
$2,690
€ 1,750
B Main Deck- 1 Double Bed or 2 Lower Bed
Cabins
$3,090
€ 2,050
A Bridge Deck or Upper Deck or Main Deck- 1
Double Bed or 2 Lower Bed Cabins
Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning.
Half board: American buffet breakfast and one main meal daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, Dalmatian Night, fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner.
Regular (filter) coffee , tea and water free all day.
Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability).
English Speaking Cruise Escort.
Port charges (as shown and to be added extra to the cruise fare)
VAT.
Not included:
Beverages (except those mentioned above)
Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
Crew tips.
Passenger personal expenses
Passenger Visas whenever required
CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS
CHILD REDUCTION Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of 10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.
CANCELLATIONS 25% of the cruise for any written cancellation received between 60 to 31 days prior to sailing; 50% up to 16 days prior to sailing; full cruise fare for written cancellations received less than the 16th day prior to sailing or for no shows even if cancellation is due to unforeseen circumstances beyond passengers control. Cancellations must be confirmed by ALPHA CRUISES in writing in all cases.
AMENDMENTS There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or decreasing pax number received less than 60 days prior to sailing. Amendments must be confirmed by ALPHA CRUISES in writing.
NOT INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the rate), laundry and gratuities, (gratuities are optional but as a rule, satisfied clients are
expected to give to the captain, at the end of the cruise approximately 7% of the cruise fare for distribution among crew members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders) expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in cruise program
