Shore Excursions available on the MS Arion  
Note - Shore excursions may only be purchased locally while on tour

Please click on tour names for descriptions.

Zadar
Walking City Tour of Zadar Approx. duration: 2 hrs Cost: 25 Euro/person
Hide Info Visit of the old town starting by the National Square, Narodni Trg. Then see the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Church of St. Donat, the Romanesque Cathedral of St Anastasia, and the Benedictine Convent. Continue to visit the Church Art collection, so spectacular that it is called the "Gold and Silver of Zadar."
National Park Plitvitce Approx. duration: 8 hrs 30 min Cost: 80 Euro/person
Hide Info Following a panoramic drive through Zadar, depart by coach to the National Park of Plitvitce located about a 2 hour drive from the city. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, consists of 16 lakes interconnected by amazing waterfalls. This fascinating natural wonder is formed on the unique Karst terrain of the area. Walk throughout the Park and enjoy a picnic lunch in the midst of this gorgeous setting. An expert guide accompanies you, further enhancing this wonderful experience. Return to Zadar late in the afternoon.
Sibenik Approx. duration: 4 hrs 30 min Cost: 45 Euro/person
Hide Info Transfer by coach to Sibenik, about 40 miles from Zadar. Erected in the tenth century, Sibenik was a temporary capital of the Croatian kingdom. Explore the old town, see the 15th-century St. Jacques Cathedral, and visit St. Michael's Castle, providing an unimpeded view over the city.

Polce
Mostar (Bosnia-Herzegovina) Approx. duration: 5 hrs 30 min Cost: 70 Euro/person
Hide Info Transfer by bus to Mostar. The city has been severely afflicted by the last war but is undergoing a rebirth with the help of international aid to reconstruct the notable Old Bridge over the Neretva River. Enjoy a tour of Mostar's delightful old town.
Gradac (Croatia) Approx. duration: 4 hrs Cost: 20 Euro/person
Hide Info Enjoy at day at the beach in Gradac, situated roughly six miles away from Ploce.

Korcula
Walking City Tour of Korcula Approx. duration: 2 hrs Cost: 20 Euro/person
Hide Info Take a guided walking tour that covers Korcula's old town. Korcula, situated atop a promontory, is surrounded by old ramparts and is flanked by four towers that date back to the 15th century. Visit the Church of St. Marc as well as ancient palaces that also date from the 15th century. Additionally, the tour passes in front of the reputed birth place of Marco Polo.

Kotor
Former Montenegro Capital Cetinje Approx. duration: 6 hrs 30 min Cost: 60 Euro/person
Hide Info Transfer by bus to Cetinje, a city that served as the capital of Montenegro at the end of 19th century. Visit the Royal Palace of Niegos and admire the Byzantine Monastery. On the way back, you will have the opportunity to taste the national specialty of “ham and cheese” at a charming local inn.
Budva (Riviera of Montenegro) Approx. duration: 5 hrs Cost: 45 Euro/person
Hide Info Visit the small town of Budva, a former Greek colony, built at the foot of a hill, enclosed by stone walls. Visit the museum and time at leisure (possibility of swimming).
Montenegro’s Grand Tour Approx. duration: TBA Cost: 80 Euro/person
Hide Info Departure in the morning to explore the medieval city of Budva. On the way, you will have a short stop at the former fishing village of Sveti Stefan. Afterwards, enjoy a sailing on the famous Skadar Lake and have a lunch in a typical fishermen restaurant. On your way back to Kotor you will have a splendid panoramic view on the Fjord of Kotor. Lunch included.

Dubrovnik
City tour of Dubrovnik Approx. duration: 3 hrs Cost: 30 Euro/person
Hide Info From the harbor, transfer by bus to the old city and enjoy a guided city tour including three of the most impressive sights, the Franciscan Monastery, the Rector's Palace, and the Treasury of the Cathedral.
Evening Folklore Performance Approx. duration: 2 hrs Cost: 35 Euro/person
Hide Info Enjoy an evening of traditional song and dance from Dalmatia in a pleasant setting.

Durres
City tour of Tirana (Albania) Approx. duration: TBA Cost: 75 Euro/person
Hide Info From Durres, set off for Tirana, the capital of Albania. Stroll through Skanderberg Square, including the Moshe of Ethem Bey, and visit the National Museum. The tour includes lunch at a delightful local restaurant.

Split
Trogir Approx. duration: 2 hrs Cost: 30 Euro/person
Hide Info Transfer by motor coach to Trogir, situated roughly fifteen miles north of Split. A small city with heavy Venetian influence, Trogir boasts several worthwhile sites of interest. Visit the Cathedral of St Laurent, erected in the 13th century and wander the narrow streets to the central square to see the Rector's Palace and the Benedictine Monastery of St. Nicholas.
City tour of Split Approx. duration: 2 hrs Cost: 30 Euro/person
Hide Info Enjoy a guided walking city tour of Split's Grad, or Old City, which grew around Diocletian's Palace. Visit Sveti Ivan Cathedral and walk inside the Palace including Golden and Silver Gates.
Cetina Canyon Approx. duration: TBA Cost: 60 Euro/person
Hide Info Around fifty miles south of Split sail the beautiful Cetina River and enjoy a lunch featuring regional specialites in a typical Croatian village.

Koper
Bus transfer to Piran Approx. duration: 2 hrs 30 min Cost: 20 Euro/person
Hide Info Travel by bus to Piran, a lovely port that is considered the jewel of the Slovenian Riviera. Enjoy time at leisure in this delightful city, which has been extensively renovated while still retaining its old Venetian style. Piran is also famed for being the birthplace of the great Italian composer Giuseppe Tartini.

Please note: All tours descriptions are subject to modification and final descriptions will be published onboard. Alterations may be made by the operators of the tours for operational reasons.