Set sail across the Adriatic Sea on three newly launched yacht cruise and tour itineraries from Riviera River Cruises. The 2025 programs blend intimate yacht accommodation with onshore hotel extensions in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, offering a seamless mix of coastal exploration, historic towns, national parks and inviting swimming spots.
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“Our Adriatic yacht cruises have been well received since their introduction to the North American market,” said Marilyn Conroy, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing North America for Riviera River Cruises. “For 2025 we’ve paired these smaller, more intimate vessels with land extensions to create distinctive itineraries that showcase Europe’s clearest waters and most picturesque ports and islands.”
The new itineraries are designed to combine relaxed days aboard the yacht with immersive onshore experiences, allowing travelers to enjoy the best of both worlds: scenic sailing and deeper cultural and natural discovery on land. Highlights across the itineraries include UNESCO-listed sites, historic centers, island villages, national parks and opportunities to swim in crystalline Adriatic waters.
Dubrovnik & Southern Croatia Yacht Cruise with Bosnia & Herzegovina Tour
This 11-day journey pairs seven nights aboard the yacht with three nights in carefully selected local hotels. The route visits Dubrovnik and Split and includes a tour of the remarkable Emperor Diocletian’s Palace. On the land extension, guests explore Mostar and Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the cruise calls at island destinations such as Korčula, Hvar and Mljet.
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Zadar and Islands of the North Yacht Cruise with Krka Waterfalls Tour
This 10-day itinerary features seven nights at sea plus two nights on land. Travelers visit historic coastal towns including Zadar, Trogir and Split, and see landmarks such as Diocletian’s Palace. In Šibenik, the itinerary includes a visit to a scenic skywalk near Makarska and an excursion to Krka National Park to view its waterfalls. The cruise also offers time to swim in the clear waters around Kornati National Park.
Split to Dubrovnik Yacht Cruise with Dalmatia & Plitvice Lakes Tour
On this 11-day voyage, guests spend seven nights aboard and three nights in hotels. The itinerary links coastal highlights—Split, Korčula, Hvar, Mljet and Dubrovnik—with an inland extension to the renowned Plitvice Lakes National Park, allowing travelers to experience both the Adriatic coast and Croatia’s inland natural wonders.
Each itinerary emphasizes relaxed, small-ship cruising combined with curated land programs to deepen cultural context and extend exploration ashore. Travelers can expect guided visits to historic centers, opportunities to sample regional cuisine, and free time for swimming, strolling and independent discovery in charming ports and islands.
Bookings for the 2025 Adriatic yacht cruises are available through Riviera River Cruises. The new programs are ideal for travelers seeking scenic sailing, boutique ship experiences and a blend of maritime and land-based discovery along the Adriatic coast.