June 24 - July 2, 2012
starting from Venice
from $3,995 + air
Thomas P. Gohagan

Explore the Adriatic Sea’s island-dappled Dalmatian Coast on this seven-night cruise aboard the deluxe M.S. L’Austral. This cruise features General Wesley Clark, NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe (1997-2000) and visits Diocletian’s Palace in historic Split; the walled city of Korˇcula, birthplace of Marco Polo; the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro; Dubrovnik’s perfectly restored Gothic and Romanesque quarters; tour of Mostar or the pilgrimage site of Medjugorje in Bosnia Herzegovina; and Pula’s great Roman Arena. Further enhance your experience during the Village Forum™ with local residents, a folk music performance, and a specially-arranged lecture on Dubrovnik's restoration. A two-night Venice extension will be offered at an additional cost.

ITINERARY    BROCHURE

ACTIVITY LEVEL - Moderate - walking necessary, uneven terrain

ALUMNI HOST - Tony Vidmar

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- A rare private opportunity to cruise with General Wesley Clark, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, addressing the geopolitical situation in the Balkans during the Kosovo War
- Sail for seven nights in the wake of Roman galleons and medieval mariners from Venice across the fabled Adriatic Sea and along Dalmatia’s ruggedly beautiful shoreline
- Cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe M.S. L'Austral, a splendid new vessel
- Visit six UNESCO World Heritage sites: St. James Cathedral in Šibenik; the historic city of Trogir; Diocletian’s Palace in Split; the old town of Kotor, Montenegro; the old town of Dubrovnik, and the Stari Most bridge in the historic city of Mostar
- Discuss life along the Adriatic Coast during the exclusive VILLAGE FORUM™ with local residents
- Gain unique insight into the restoration of Dubrovnik during a specially arranged lecture by a leading expert

INCLUDED FEATURES 
- Seven nights cruising round trip from Venice with port calls in Šibenik, Split, Korˇcula, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Ploˇce, Pula and Rovinj, Croatia; and Kotor, Montenegro
- Spacious and elegant outside accommodations with private bathroom and individual climate control
- Captain’s welcome and farewell receptions
- All meals throughout the cruise and complimentary house wine, beer, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee and tea served with lunch and dinner
- Tours of UNESCO World Heritage sites - St. James Cathedral, Trogir, Diocletian’s Palace, Kotor, and Dubrovnik
- Korčula walking tour with a visit to the Renaissance-Baroque Abbey Treasury and a wine tasting at a nearby vineyard
- Excursion to historic Cetinje and Budva in Montenegro
- Choice of two excursions to Bosnia and Herzogovina: The historic city of Mostar, including a visit to the Stari Most bridge (a UNESCO World Heritage site), or the world-renowned Christian pilgrimage site of Medjugorje
- Walking tours of Pula and Rovinj 
 

RELATED LINKS
Venice   
Sibenick
Split 
Korcula
Kotor
Dubrovnik
Mostar
Pula
General Wesley Clark - guest lecturer

All prices are per-person, based on double occupancy. Dates, itineraries, and prices are subject to change.

To inquire about this tour, please contact The Ohio State Alumni Tour Office at 614-292-2372 or 800-852-TOUR (8687).