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Šibenik → Dugi Otok (Uvala Mir)
Board in Zadar and cruise to Telašćica Nature Park on Dugi Otok — the Uvala Mir bay with its warm salt lake and the dramatic Stene cliffs. First swim, first sunset at anchor.
Route · 7 nights (8 days)
Into the North — Kvarner & the Northern Islands
A 7-Day Crewed Yacht Charter Through the Kvarner Islands
Into the North is a seven-night crewed yacht charter through the Kvarner archipelago, the wilder, greener side of the Croatian Adriatic. Departing Zadar, you sail first to Dugi Otok and the still, turquoise water of Uvala Mir, then on to Pag — a moon-like island famous for its sheep’s cheese, lamb and lace. Rab follows, its four medieval bell-towers rising above pine forests and sandy bays, before the route reaches the twin islands of Lošinj and Cres. Lošinj is a place of scented pine and aromatic herbs, a historic health resort with a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins; neighbouring Cres is one of the largest and least-developed islands in the Adriatic, home to griffon vultures and hidden coves. Smaller islets like Ilovik and Susak add empty anchorages and white-sand beaches before you return to Zadar. Quieter and cooler than the south, the Kvarner route rewards travellers who want nature, space and authentic island life over crowds — Croatia as it was a generation ago.
Why This Route
Route Highlights
- The quiet north: Kvarner islands most charters never visit
- Nature first — dolphins off Lošinj, vultures over Cres, the salt lake of Dugi Otok
- Walled Rab and the cheese of Pag for culture and the table
Day by Day
Your Itinerary
Each stop is the captain's starting point — fully customisable to weather, sea state and your wishes.
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Dugi Otok → Pag
North to the island of Pag — a bare, almost lunar landscape famous for its sharp sheep's-milk cheese (paški sir) and lace. Anchor off a quiet bay, with the option of Pag Town's salt flats and old lace-makers.
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Pag → Rab
On to Rab, one of the prettiest walled towns on the coast, its four bell towers rising over the harbour. Sandy beaches at Lopar nearby — a rarity in Croatia — and a relaxed evening ashore.
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Rab → Lošinj
Cross to Lošinj, the green island of vitality, fragrant with pine and herbs. Mali Lošinj's pastel harbour, the resident bottlenose dolphins offshore, and a long lunch at anchor.
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Lošinj → Cres
Short hop to wild Cres — griffon vultures overhead, the hidden village of Lubenice on its cliff, and the turquoise cove of Sveti Ivan below. One of the Adriatic's last truly quiet islands.
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Cres → Ilovik / Susak
South again through the smaller islands — sleepy Ilovik with its olive groves, or the sandy, vineyard-covered Susak — for a final wild anchorage.
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Back to Šibenik
The run back south to Zadar, with a last swim en route. Evening ashore for the Sea Organ at sunset and a farewell dinner.
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Šibenik · Disembarkation
Breakfast and disembarkation.
Explore the Stops
Destinations on This Route
Dive deeper into the islands and harbours this itinerary calls at.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Into the North — Kvarner & the Northern Islands yacht charter route?
The Into the North — Kvarner & the Northern Islands route is 7 nights (8 days). It departs from Šibenik and returns to Šibenik. Like every Splendid Yachting itinerary it is fully flexible — your captain adapts each leg to the weather, sea state and your wishes.
Which stops does the Into the North — Kvarner & the Northern Islands route include?
This itinerary visits Dugi Otok, Pag, Rab, Lošinj, Cres, Ilovik / Susak and Šibenik — 7 curated stops in total. Each stop is the captain's suggested starting point and can be swapped, shortened or extended.
Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes. Every Splendid Yachting route is a starting point, not a fixed schedule. Your captain tailors the daily plan to sea conditions, your pace and special requests — from hidden anchorages and beach clubs to Michelin-level dining ashore.
When is the best time to sail this route in Croatia?
The Croatian charter season runs from May to October. June and September offer warm seas with fewer crowds, while July and August are peak summer. We plan and book this route year-round for the season that suits you best.
Which yacht can I charter for the Into the North — Kvarner & the Northern Islands route?
Any crewed motor yacht in the Splendid Yachting fleet can run this itinerary — from intimate 14–18 metre yachts for six guests to 40 metre-plus superyachts. Sara will match the right yacht and crew to your group size and budget.
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