Adriatic Cruises Offer an Unparalleled Experience for Discerning Travelers

One of the joys of Adriatic cruises is the chance to visit diverse countries?Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro and Albania?that rim one of the most beautiful seas on earth. It is truly one of the special regions of Europe, offering cultural and scenic experiences that you never would have imagined. And some of the best ways to experience this region are the Adriatic cruises offered by ElegantCruises.com.

Venice, The “Queen of the Adriatic”
Most of the Adriatic cruises from Elegant cruises. begin and end in Venice. From its humble beginning several thousand years ago as a refuge from successive waves of Germanic invasions for folks from the surrounding Roman cities, the city became a flourishing trade center between Western Europe and the rest of the world in the 12th century. Situated on the northern end of the Adriatic Sea, during the late thirteenth century, Venice was the most influential and prosperous city in all of Europe. A marvelous engineering feat Venice sprawls over more than 100 islands in the Venetian Lagoon, which was created by diverting all the major rivers in the area many hundreds of years go. The sparkling city of Venice will delight, surprise and totally astound you whether this is your first visit or your tenth.

Adriatic Cruises: Explore the History of the Land and Sea
The lands surrounding the Adriatic are enveloped with three thousand years of political, military, maritime, art, architectural and religious history. The areas of Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro and Albania bordering the Adriatic Sea have been colonized, conquered, and overrun by the Illyrians, Greeks and Romans in the very early times and later by the Venetians and Hapsburgs. Each culture has left reminders of their past. Adriatic cruises operated by ElegantCruises.com provides the opportunity to immerse your self in this rich cultural mixture in a manner not offered aboard larger cruise ships or motor coach tours.

If you are familiar with the Iliad and the Odyssey and other Greek myths, on our Adriatic cruises you will travel over many of the same routes described in those stories. It is said that Ulysses visited a number of the picturesque Adriatic islands and coastal areas on his storied journey. Jason and his Argonauts sailed the Adriatic Sea in pursuit of the Golden Fleece, while Achilles and Menelaus sailed many sea-lanes in the Adriatic on their journey to rescue Helen of Troy.

During your Adriatic cruises with Elegant Cruises you will experience the stunning varied blues, indigo, azure and ultramarine, the Adriatic Sea is known for. Just as the open sky that seems to stretch forever has a texture and a hue all its own, our Adriatic cruises are likewise unique. There are Adriatic cruises available aboard large, mass-market ships, but you'll come to realize that our Adriatic cruises designed by ElegantCruises.com are better by providing a sense of all the amazing places you will visit. Our Adriatic cruises allow you to immerse yourself in the culture, art and architecture of this exceptional region.

The Phenomenal Coast of Croatia
For many of our visitors, the high point of their ElegantCruises.com Adriatic cruises is Croatia and its noteworthy Dalmatian Coast. Sailing adjacent to Croatia shores, which extend a considerable distance along the Adriatic?s eastern coast, you'll view some 1,200 miles of powerful rocky landscape, as well as its famed archipelago encompassing more than a 1,000 islands. With our deluxe small ships, your Adriatic cruises itinerary allows you a unique experience you'll be recounting to friends and family for years.

Unique Discoveries Await You on the Adriatic Cruises of ElegantCruises.com
Aboard either the delightful 62-passenger Monet or the handsome 104-passenger Andrea, our Adriatic cruises skirt magnificent mountains tumbling down to the sea, and deposit you at quaint picturesque fishing villages and historic walled medieval towns. In many ports, your Elegant Cruises vessel is able to slip in close to historic sites making it so more convenient to participate in the many guided walking tours available. Or if you prefer, making it easier to just explore or shop on your own. Let the Adriatic cruises from ElegantCruises.com introduce you to a richly cultural world you never knew existed.

These Adriatic Cruises are Expansive Explorations of the Region
Before booking your Adriatic cruises a decision needs to be made regarding the time of year in which you desire to travel through this astonishing area. May through September is definitely the most popular season for Adriatic cruises with many families on summer vacation. However, if you are flexible, early spring or late fall will also welcome you with temperatures that are still pleasant and fewer crowds of tourists. Elegant cruises makes sure that every designed travel program offers a mix of alluring sightseeing opportunities and free time for personal adventures. Incorporate this with relaxing hours on the ship's deck or in its pleasant public areas and you'll return home refreshed and invigorated after one of our Adriatic cruises. Food is always an important element of a successful trip and that is no exception when you travel with Elegant Cruises. Enjoy freshly prepared Mediterranean-style cuisine with Dalmatian specialties served in style at single sittings. Wine and beer are included with every lunch and dinner for your drinking pleasure. We know that the all-Croatian staff will charm you with their friendliness and professionalism on your Adriatic cruises.
By searching for the very best in Adriatic cruises for a memorable vacation, you've arrived at the right site. We like to think that ElegantCruises.com and Adriatic cruises are practically synonymous. In our numerous years of operation, we've raised the standard for exceptional Adriatic cruises. Many other cruise operators may attempt to imitate our Adriatic cruises, but they haven't succeeded. Elegant cruises. offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore the beautiful Adriatic, while experiencing its fascinating lands with style and finesse. We suggest that you reserve your place soon on one of our Adriatic cruises, since the number of cabins aboard our deluxe small ships is limited. If you are looking for unique travel experiences, ElegantCruises.com is your cruise resource for memorable adventures from the Adriatic Sea to Antarctica Ocean.