MS MONET
With just 31 outside cabins, the yacht-like Monet is the perfect size for calling at the small island ports and coastal towns of Dalmatia. With her shallow draft, Monet docks in places not available to larger ships. Guests enjoy friendly, professional service from our Croatian crew, excellent cuisine, educational shore excursions, and all the amenities that you would expect to find aboard such an elegant, small ship. From her classic teak decks one can take in the splendid Medieval and Renaissance cities while enjoying the pleasure of traveling without the hassles of packing and unpacking.
During your stay aboard the Monet, you'll see exquisite scenery, enjoy folkloric performances and view the wonders of centuries past. There'll be time to wander the cobbled streets of walled medieval towns, browse through attractive shops and swim in the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. From the legendary Renaissance splendors of Venice -- "the Queen of the Adriatic" -- to the medieval walled city of Dubrovnik -- "the Pearl of the Adriatic" -- you'll discover several millennia of history along the shores of this incredible azure sea. The Dalmatian coast alone has over 1,000 islands basking in the sun that, along with the coastal cities of Croatia, offer a wealth of art and architecture. Korcula contains reminders of the rule of the Venetians, while Split and Pula respectively offer some of the best preserved Roman edifices in existence: the massive Diocletian's Palace and 20,000 -- seat amphitheater designed to host gladiatorial contests. In Zadar, step ashore and visit the exceptional Museum of Church Art or the Archaeological Museum. Nature's wonders can be appreciated in the magnificent Krka waterfalls near Sibenik, and the fissured limestone islands of the Kornati Archipelago.
Monet Features & Amenities:
- All cabins are outside, with lower beds (either queen or twin), window or porthole, private facilities with shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, wardrobe, vanity with chair, television/VCR, phone and personal safe.
- Daily food service includes early riser's continental breakfast, buffet breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late-night snack. Wine, beer and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner. Coffee, tea and pastries are available 24 hours a day.
- Be our guest at the Captain's Welcome Aboard and Farewell reception and dinner.
- Panoramic views from the Nymphea Restaurant's large picture windows enhance your dining pleasure, and all guests are served in single, unhurried sittings at all meals.
- Relax in the newly remodeled, window-lined Giverny Lounge, with light piano entertainment and interesting lectures on Adriatic culture and history.
- Spacious teak sun decks--both covered and uncovered--provide plenty of room for viewing the passing scenery, relaxing in deck chairs, or enjoying the Jacuzzi.
- Smoking is not permitted in interior areas of the Monet.
- Enjoy friendly, professional service from our all-Croatian staff, including the cruise director, chef, hotel manager and receptionist.
- Optional shore excursions are available at additional cost (except where noted) in most scheduled ports-of-call.
