Departure from GRADO
The centre of this historic town is unique with its lovely squares, quaint streets and stunning bays. It is home to the precious Paleochristian monument: the amazing church of S.maria, the octagonally shaped Baptistry and the Basilica of S. Eufemia. The port bears witness to the ancient fishermen’s quarter that has now been transformed into a colourful tourist port.
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POLA 50
miles, 10 hours sailing
This town is to the far south of the Istrian peninsula.
The town has existed for over 3 thousand years and there are
numerous historical monuments that today are the backdrop for
the town’s social and cultural life. The beautiful beaches
run along the whole 190km of the coastline.
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LUSSINO 35
miles, 7 hours sailing
This Island has a surprisingly mild climate thanks to the forests
that cover most of its surface. Places to visit include the
naval museums of Mali and Veli and also Cikat. It is the first
island in the Adriatic to be made into a reserve for the hundreds
of dolphins that live in its waters.
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IST 25
miles, 5 hours sailing
This Island is famous for its untouched beauty and fishing
history. Its lighthouses ensure safe passage for sailors.
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KORNATI 30
miles, 6 hours sailing
The 140 islands that make up the KORNATI are some of the most ragged coastlines in the Adriatic, and are a national park. They are home to the Ancient fortress of Illiria, the Christian church of Saint Mary, medieval fortresses and 2 ports for yachts.
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BRAC 30
miles, 6 hours sailing
This island has the highest mountain peaks in the Adriatic
( and is the third biggest). It is famous for its ever changing
landscape and its beaches.
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VIS 25
miles, 5 hours sailing
This Island was founded as a greek colony, named Issa,
in the IV century B.C. Places to visit include the Franciscan
monastery, built on the remains of the Greek- roman theatre,
two churches from the 16th and 17th centuries and a number of
buildings and houses that date from the Renaissance period.
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LASTOVO 35
miles, 7 hours sailing
This Island is covered in ancient pine forests.
There are two amazing lagoons, Malo Jezero ( small lake) and
Veli jezzero ( big lake) and a myriad of untouched, uninhabited
smaller islands surrounding it.
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HVAR 40
miles, 8 hours sailing
This is the longest Island in the Adriatic. It is covered with
lavender fields, olive groves and vines. Places to visit include
the renaissance cathedral and the town of Stari Grad
that was founded in 385 BC as a Greek colony named Pharos.
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Return
to GRADO 180
miles, 36 hours sailing
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