Adriatic Affair

Kora La

You’ll feel like you’ve switched continents when you dine at this restaurant. It offers a pan-Asian selection of curries and noodle dishes, a separate sushi menu, plus bespoke dishes created by master chef Ian Pengelley exclusively for Marella Cruises. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.

Latitude 53

The main waiter service restaurant is a good-looking place, with a gold-and-grey colour scheme and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Island of Krk

Locals have nicknamed Krk ‘Insula Aurea’ or, the ‘Golden Island’. Why? Well, not only is this the biggest island in the Adriatic Sea, it’s also the most visited – largely thanks to its honey-coloured beaches and 2,000-year history. You’ll sail through the colossal Kvarner Bay to reach the place, before being let loose to explore the terracotta-roofed villages and pine forests under your own steam. The ancient old town has the biggest concentration of not-to-be-missed sights, including Francopan Castle, which was built way back in 1191, and Krk Cathedral. There’ll be time to sail over to the Košljun inlet, too, where you’ll tour a waterfront Franciscan monastery.

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Picturesque Opatija & Moscenice

On this trip you’ll be introduced to a couple of good-looking Croatian towns. First up is Opatija, a coastal resort that has been pulling in tourists since the late 19th century. It’s all thanks to a 12-kilometre-long seaside promenade, and a string of perfectly-tended public gardens, both of which you’ll get to see during a mini walking tour of the town. Afterwards, it’s a short drive to the hilltop village of Mošćenice. All stone houses tightly arranged in narrow streets, this place looks like it has been frozen since the Medieval times. The village’s high-up position opens up picture-perfect views of Kvarner Bay and the Adriatic Sea, so make sure your camera is charged. After another short stroll around the ancient settlement, you’ll break out in a local eatery to try some of the cheese, bread and wine that’s produced in the area.

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Caves & Castles

Explore the world famous Postojna Caves. Enter the mysterious world of underground caves and echoing halls. And be mesmerised by disappearing rivers and babbling brooks. A train will take you through the halls and corridors chiselled by the Pivka River. The remarkable ‘brilliant’ stalagmite, and the ‘spaghetti’ and ‘congress’ halls will take your breath away. Not to mention the artificial pool with the mysterious ‘human-fish’ in it. Continue on for a beautiful photo stop and some free time at Predjama Castle. Perched high up in the cliff, this Renaissance castle dates back to the 16th century, but some features of the old cave castle from past centuries still survives today.

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Piran & Portoroz - Little Italy

Piran’s a quaint town bursting with Italian charm. The whole place is one big attraction as it’s barely changed in 400 years. The old seaport of Piran lies at the end of the Piran peninsula, which gradually narrows between the bays of Strunjan and Piran. The peninsula reaches Cape Madona, ending with the Savrini hills. So needless to say, the setting’s really something. You'll experience a 60-minute walking tour around the town's Medieval layout, with winding streets and higgledy-piggledy houses rising in steps from the coast up into the hills. This will stand you in a good stead to explore Piran on your own during the extra 60-minutes of free time. Next, you will head over to the nearby Portoroz. This is the place to be if you want to kick back and relax. Use your 45-minute free time to visit the Blue Flag beach - the only natural sandy swathe in Slovenia. Or uncover the town's cultural attractions and a selection of Slovenian cafes and restaurants.

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Walking Split

What better way to explore the picturesque city of Split than on foot! Split, Dalmatia’s largest city, has a lot to offer the visitor, from cultural and historical monuments to a rich choice of shops and elegant sea-front cafes. You will walk with your guide from the pier towards the old part of Split, where you will find the impressive 3rd century Diocletian’s Palace. Here you will visit the cellars, the Peristyle, the Golden and Silver Gates, the Cathedral (Mausoleum of Emperor Diocletian), the Temple of Jupiter and other interesting and historic sights. Following that you will walk around the ‘heart’ of the Old Town and finally you will be given free time to shop and take pictures. Just so you know... At the end of your tour you can choose to stay in the city centre if you wish to do so OR walk back to the ship with your guide.

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Krka Waterfalls

Join us as we drive through the Dalmatian countryside, making our way to the Krka National Park. Here, you’ll see the cascades of the Krka Waterfalls. Your guide will give you a short introduction to the park before you make your own way through this slice of paradise. Explore this wonderful haven and have a short stop at the falls. If time permits, you can take a dip near the falls - don’t forget your swimming gear. Then enjoy a snack box - included in the price - by the falls and afterwards go on a boat trip down the river to take in the tranquil scenery, before making your way back to the ship by coach.

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