Exploring Iconic Sites of Croatia & Italy

With smaller ship Braemar taking you closer to destinations in Croatia and Italy, as well as Montenegro, you’re in for an unforgettable discovery of iconic sites and authentic experiences. When you visit Venice, not only can you see landmarks such as Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica, and explore the canals by gondola, but also enjoy more laid back taste of Venetian life in Chioggia. Elsewhere in Italy, there’s a visit to Sicily, time to delight in Trapani’s Baroque charms or taste famous fortified wines in Marsala; a glide past Stromboli Volcano; and scenic cruising through the Strait of Messina, with mighty Mount Etna in view. You’ll also get to delight in coastal scenery, waterfront charms and historic highlights of Crotone, Gallipoli and Monopoli too. In Montenegro, scenic cruising tranquil waters into the fjord-like Bay of Kotor makes for a memorable introduction to the Adriatic, before you’ve time in UNESCO-listed Kotor to explore its medieval heart, learn of its history and see its centuries-old architectural highlights, and understand why it is one of our highest rated destinations. On the Croatian coast, you could tour to Krka National Park and witness the tumbling Skradinski Buk Waterfall from Sibenik, while the visits to UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik and Split are sure to be highlights of your Adriatic adventure. As you wander through these historic cities, amongst their ancient walls and traditional terracotta-topped buildings, you’ll discover a plethora of iconic sites; the Roman ruins of Diocletian’s Palace in Split is not to be missed, while a number of churches, monasteries and palaces await in Dubrovnik.

What's Included:

• Comfortable, stylish rooms and suites equipped with a Smart TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and individually controlled air conditioning
• A tempting choice of cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with five-course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets, late-night snacks and much more
• Unlimited, self-service tea and coffee available 24hrs at selected venues, complimentary afternoon tea* with sandwiches and cakes, and in-room sandwiches and snacks
• A full programme of evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, comedy, dancing and live music
• Full use of on board leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym
• A wide choice of engaging on board activities and lectures throughout the day
• All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)
• Luggage porterage between your room and the drop-off/pick-up point

Hand Picked By

Having cruised many times with Fred. Olsen, I am always confident in recommending their cruises to our customers. In our featured cruise, 'Amazon River Adventure', you can experience an exhilarating exploration of the Amazon. This cruise offers the opportunity to enjoy some of the most beautiful and once-in-a-lifetime experiences in South America.

Nina Robertshaw

Braemar

It's all about you on board the Braemar. And with 150 years’ of sailing heritage behind us, the service and cruise ship will delight you.

Braemar will capture your senses - with large windows, polished wood, shining brass fittings and decadent fabrics. A five-deck high atrium area and cascading decks at the stern give Braemar space and intimacy in perfect balance.

Have a tasty lunch at the Palms Café and a delicious dinner at our grand Thistle and Grampian restaurants. Refresh at the Marquee poolside bar, or have a cosy drink in the Morning Light Pub. Spin to the music at the Neptune Lounge, and take afternoon tea at the Coral Club. Leave the world behind in the serene Atlantis Spa, and surround yourself with horizon, as you walk the promenade.

The Olsen family business can be traced back to 1848. Here a young ship-master called Fredrik Christian Olsen (known as First Fred. Olsen) entered ship-owning on his own account. His earliest vessels were wooden schooners of little more than 50 gross tones.