Yoga Cruise Tour

The word yoga means “union” in Sanskrit, the language of ancient India where yoga originated. We can think of it as the union occurring between mind, body and soul. Yoga is not a religion, but a philosophy that has endured 5,000 years and today many people think that yoga is all about stretching. But while stretching is certainly involved, yoga is really about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. Most types of yoga are more concerned with mental and spiritual well-being than physical activity. Eco Turkey takes you island hopping with a professional yoga teacher. Imagine emerging yourself in fresh Adriatic air, stunning scenery, untouched nature, small historical towns and secluded swimming bays.

TEACHER

The exercises will be led by Renata Reiner, the only certificated TriYoga teacher in Croatia, continuously being educated by Kali Ray herself.

TriYoga is a classic HathaYoga style which has maintained all the elements from the traditional yoga, but which has been adjusted to modern lifestyle. TriYoga puts the emphasis on the slow, harmonious movements of the spine that gently and continuously are being transformed into the next position.

SHIP

Newly built modern A+ category vessel with spacious air-conditioned ensuite cabins. Ship offers plenty of deck space to soak up the sun as well as shaded lounge area and a comfortable salon / restaurant. Cruise is based on healthy half board meals (breakfast & lunch) with 1 Captain’s dinner included in the price. The crew and the cook will take care of all your needs during this wonderful 7 night yoga cruise.

ROUTE

Route combines the best of history, calmness and wonderful scenery of Croatian coastline and islands.

Saturday       

SPLIT – PUČIŠĆA

Departure from Split at 13:00h followed by a lunch on board and a swim break. Continue to Pučišća on Brač island. Get acquainted with the yoga teacher and fellow passengers at the first meditation session. Pučišća is a typical Mediterranean place, situated on the northern side of the Brač island at the bottom of the deep bay. It is the cradle of the world’s famous stone of Brač. Possibility of visiting a stone-masonry workshop, one of the few stone masonry workshops left in Europe. Enjoy the domestic food, wine and famous olive oil of this coastal village. Overnight in the port of Pučišća.

Sunday       

PUČIŠĆA – KORČULA

Early morning exercise on the sundeck, followed by breakfast. After a morning swim in the crystal blue sea, we cruise towards Korčula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. Lunch will be served either on the tip of the Pelješac peninsula (near Lovište) or in the quiet bay of Kneža on Korčula. Afternoon meditation on board in one of the perfect bays. Late afternoon arrival in Korčula for guided sightseeing of this exceptional town. According to legend Korčula was found by Trojan hero Anthenor in the 12th century B.C. On this island you can find more legends, tales and monuments than anywhere else. In the evening we recommend a visit to one of numerous konobas or enjoy the stunning views of the mainland from the numerous cafes and bars. You can also visit a nearby village for a typical village dinner experience. Overnight in Korčula.

Monday       

KORČULA – LASTOVO

Let the early morning sun embrace you during your TriYoga session on the vessel’s sun deck. Our cruise continues towards Nature Park Lastovo, the furthest inhabited island in Dalmatia, which Romans called the Imperial island. Docked in Ubli port, one has the opportunity to visit the protected Nature Park or visit the biggest town on the island – Lastovo. The Island is surrounded by many smaller islands, with plenty of secluded bays suitable for snorkeling, and for this occasion meditating, but also known for many little churches and unusually shaped chimneys. Captain’s dinner party on board and overnight.

Tuesday        

LASTOVO – RAVNIK (GREEN CAVE) – KOMIŽA

Enjoy your early morning yoga during departure towards Vis island, once closed to tourists for many years. Vis was, because of its unique geographical position, a strategic harbour for the navy. Due to this isolation, Vis has a special charm of the ‘Mediterranean as it once was’ which makes it really interesting to see. Near Vis, there is the little Ravnik island, where the Green cave is situated. It was named after the unusual light that reflects in the sea from the hole on the top of the cave. After a short swim, depending on the weather conditions, we sail further to the town of Komiža for overnight. Before the arrival get in touch with your inner self through meditation on the sun deck. Komiža is a typical Mediterranean place on the western part of the island, where the fishery on the eastern part of the Adriatic coast began. Enjoy the walk through the narrow alleys and rich heritage, or maybe on one of the pebble beaches with fresh water springs, that stretch along the whole eastern side of the Komiža bay.

Wednesday    

KOMIŽA/VIS – BIŠEVO (BLUE CAVE) – STARI GRAD​

While we cruise towards the little Biševo island to visit the Blue cave, a magnificent natural phenomenon enjoy your early morning TriYoga session. As sometimes weather conditions can be very unpredictable, the possibility of our visit will depend on those conditions, however you will be notified of this by the crew. We continue towards Stari Grad on the Hvar island, the sunniest Adriatic island. Afternoon at leisure to explore this unique town after we end our afternoon meditation. The famous Stari Grad Field is the oldest in Croatia and the best preserved example of ancient Greek system of agriculture. Together with the old town it is a part of world heritage protected by UNESCO.

Thursday      

STARI GRAD – BOL​

Awake your body and mind with early morning yoga on the sun deck. After breakfast we cruise towards the beautiful Brač island and the famous town of Bol. Swimming is planned at the most famous beach in Dalmatia – Zlatni Rat (the Golden Horn – its gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change in shape). We will search for a perfect spot for meditation on Bol, a typical fishermen’s town converted to a popular tourist destination. Here we spend the night and have the opportunity to enjoy excellent fresh fish, local wines and other delicacies of this unique island, enjoy a lovely walk or cycle along the promenade. Hike or rent a scooter up to Vidova Gora for a spectacular view of Bol and surroundings.

Friday        BOL – SPLIT