Absolutely outstanding Tour Manager Ioana & Crew plus the most pleasant fellow passengers imaginable, Olimp was outstanding: chic, comfortable & immaculately clean. Ioana was highly professional, personable, amusing & a great organizer. Jura, our captain, also. Like way he sat at every table in the captains diner. Ivor, our 'maitre d' is also the consummate professional with an amazing memory for every passenger's request. Every single crew member was personable & good at their role. Food & drink choice was superb. A few observations . 1. The noise level in the dining salon was often uncomfortable for me, I have hearing impairment but the high noise level alarms on our iPhones were triggered twice. This could be simply rectified by an acoustic specialist. 2. 8 am is early for a holiday breakfast. Could it be slipped an hour. 3. Getting out of the sea onto the rear platform is not easy.. A conventional boat ladder would help.. 3. Magnifying mirrors in cabins would aid personal care.
- Mike, 21/05/2025 10:15, Travelled in a Couple
Karolina was great and very informative. She gave great recommendations and was anyone that gets her is lucky. The crew was good as well. Boat was very nice, cabins were perfect size. Didn't feel cramped and the bathrooms were very nice. The boat was also very clean. They hit their timelines perfectly as well and we traveled with no incident. I was a little disappointed in the food as it was just average but certainty not terrible either.
- Anonymous, 20/05/2025 13:06, Travelled in a Couple
1) the elegance of Queen Jelena 2) the staff could not do any more to make the whole experience memorable 3) the food was excellent quality 4) the Islands were spectacular 5) extremely well organised 6) like minded passengers
- David, 20/05/2025 12:59, Travelled with Friend/s
I’ve done many cruises in my life, and to be honest, I’ve never really been a fan. I don’t enjoy feeling like cattle in endless lineups, waiting for everything. So when my friend suggested trying a smaller, yacht-style cruise, I agreed—cautiously—but I’m so glad I did. The experience was incredible. From the moment we stepped on board, we were catered to with such care. The staff went above and beyond to make sure every wish was heard and fulfilled. The cost was surprisingly similar to a large cruise ship, but the difference in experience was night and day. We had gourmet food, stunning views that changed daily, and amenities that made it feel like a floating boutique hotel. Every night brought a new destination, a new view, and a new highlight. I’m a fan!
- David, 20/05/2025 11:21,
The scenery was beautiful… water clarity, mountains, landscape and charm of the towns/villages/islands.. The entire crew was consistently on point and took care of any need. Breakfast and lunch prepared/served while on board was very good. Esperanza is an older model boat, which added to charm. Cabins were very clean and cleanliness was maintained daily. Highly recommended this cruise and Rate entire cruise 9/10. Rate it a 9 because something was missing, I just don’t know what it was.
- Bob, 20/05/2025 11:17,
The Crew and the standards on board were outstanding. The whole trip from start to finish was first class. A lot of thought has went into planning this trip and it fulfilled every expectation.
- Harry, 20/05/2025 10:08, Travelled in a Couple
We had a great time with the Sail Croatian Wine cruise. Vicko was tremendous!
- Tommy, 17/05/2025 00:13, Travelled in a Couple
The Romantic Star was a wonderful ship. Captain Ivan and his crew were professional, enjoyed a laugh and tried their best to give us the most amazing time. Only a few little things that could be improved - some swimming equipment such as googles and flippers might assist, the host was amazing! Ioana did more than enough to keep us updated, managed to get the passengers together, United and having fun! Lastly, the highlight of cruising was the food, the chefs onboard were amazingly good! Great times
- Graham, 13/05/2025 13:24, Travelled in a Couple
The ship is a classic beauty nicely updated. The service,crew and food superb. Vicko our rep, always kept us well informed and did a great job. Well organised and well planned 7 days cruise. An unmissable experience!
- Edgar , 13/05/2025 13:09, Travelled Solo
The people
- Chuck, 13/05/2025 03:21, Travelled with Family
The ship was immaculate, the crew friendly and efficient and the food great. Loved the daily routine of meals, swim and ports. Thank you to the team on Olimp for making our holiday so enjoyable.
- Rhys, 12/05/2025 19:22, Travelled in a Couple
More time at destinations rather than hanging out at sea. Get a real coffee machine. That powdered machine was terrible.
- Dennis, 11/05/2025 09:06, Travelled in a Couple
Hi Dennis, Thank you for your recent review. We understand that everyone's travel preferences are different, and we’re always working to strike the right balance between time at sea and time at each destination. For guests who want to see what to expect day by day, our full itinerary and daily activity breakdown are available on our website. We also appreciate your feedback about the coffee. We're always looking at ways to better our onboard experience, this will be passed on for further improvements. Thanks again for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome you aboard again in the future!
Vicko and the crew were very professional, friendly and the service was amazing! Great value for money
- Anonymous, 09/05/2025 20:38, Travelled in a Couple
Mia made it great. Sebastian is very talented and fed us well. Tina? What can I say. She kept the party going.
- Stephen. , 09/05/2025 06:42,
The boat, staff and especially the cruise director Mia. She made it fun and informative and was a pleasure to be around. Every day was exciting and fun. We always knew what was happening and what to plan for. She kept us well informed and shared so much of the history and stories of the areas that we visited. Everything was great and I would highly recommend this trip to other friends.
- Glen, 07/05/2025 18:55, Travelled in a Couple
It was a wonderful adventure to a region of this world I had not considered venturing to before. The ship took great care of us on board and Mia, our official cat herder, did a fantastic job of steering us through a series of wonderful excursions focused both on culture, as well as the local vineyards!
- John, 06/05/2025 19:07, Travelled with Friend/s
The Captain, Crew and Cruise manager were fantastic.
- Mike, 06/05/2025 05:30, Travelled with Friend/s
Although there we only 7 guests on the cruise, nothing was reduced by the crew or the services provided, they we always available and attentive. Very professional but always friendly. The tour guide, Dino, made the journey interesting but also entertaining with his stories and history of all things Croatian. His rapport with our small group turned the trip from great to unforgettably amazing. He built a connection among the group which has created what will undoubtedly be some life long friendships. Our next cruise we will looking for the Olimp and insist on Dino!
- bryan, 29/04/2025 09:04, Travelled in a Couple
The Country and Croatia were beautiful. The Yacht we were on Olympia, was beyond our expectations. The service, food, staff were excellent. After taking several cruises, Our cruise director Dino, was the best we have ever had. He made our trip. We will loook to sail with you company again after this cruise.
- Kristy’ Burnett, 29/04/2025 06:41, Travelled with Family
Staff very attentive to needs and warm and personable.
- fouad, 01/03/2025 07:11, Travelled in a Couple
Friendly and helpful staff, pleasant surroundings and clean, comfortable rooms. Meals on board were really good, and Ivan, our tour operator was very personable and knowledgeable. Wines were interesting and places visited were also worth while. We especially enjoyed the swim each day.
- Stephen, 03/11/2024 23:46, Travelled in a Couple
Sail Croatia did everything possible to make our 7 day wine cruise an unforgettable experience! The boat, Queen Jelena, was beautiful as well as comfortable. And the crew was exceptional from the captain to the cooks to the hospitality staff. The tour director, Ivan, was fabulous! He was well-organized, thorough, kind and had a great sense of humor. He kept us well-informed about the day's plans and previewed up-coming excursions. We enjoyed the daily swims, and the on-shore activities were worthwhile, well selected, and we had plenty of time to enjoy them. The food was exceptional: delicious, superbly presented and served promptly. We don't see how the cooks managed to get such great meals out of a small galley. Everything about the cruise was excellent! We were lucky with the weather and our congenial group of shipmates. We recommend Sail Croatia without reservation, and the wine cruise adds an interesting dimension to the tour if you are interested in wine.
- Anonymous, 03/11/2024 23:13, Travelled in a Couple
We had a wonderful time thanks to the staff and the beautiful people of Croatia! Ivan was a fantastic host and went out of his way to ensure that every guest was taken care of. Pamela, our server/bartender, was kind, courteous, and friendly. Our cabin was spacious, comfortable, clean, and bath was larger than expected. The other guests onboard were exceptionally friendly and a joy to be around. The experiences at various wine venues were so memorable. We are still enjoying reminiscing and chuckling about our trip. Do not hesitate to book an Elegance Wine Tour, it was so much fun!
- Tony, 02/11/2024 22:30, Travelled in a Couple
Excellent Ship with wonderful crew. Chef prepared meals were great. Our tour manager Ioana was fantastic. Destinations were wonderful made even more memorable by the other passenger where everyone got along famously.
- James , 24/10/2024 00:53, Travelled in a Couple
Great attention paid to detail. The excursions were fun and not difficult or crowded. Food was excellent.
- Gary, 23/10/2024 19:58, Travelled in a Couple
What an adventure! Sailing on the Olimp was fantastic. First, the cruise leader, Ioana. Wow. Dynamic, organized, fun. Not sure the cruise would have been the same without her leading the way. The ship itself was beautiful and well maintained. The staff was helpful to make sure all our needs were met. Beautiful destinations and fun history tours. Even though we were traveling with friends, the new friends we made helped make things even better. Would be happy to go again.
- Gary, 22/10/2024 15:13, Travelled with Friend/s
The ship, Olmp, was immaculate and the crew always helpful. With only 36 passengers the experience was very personal and we were fortunate to have a very interesting and homogenous group . The meals served were all delicious but the service was a little too efficient for me. I prefer a slower pace while eating. The only meal that I would avoid n the future is the so called "BBQ". Definitely not up t the chefs usually high standards. The Sail Croatia cruise is a great way to sample all that Croatia has to offer. Our cruise director, Ioana, added another dimension to our touring experience. We all had a wonderful and educational experience on the cruise
- Jay, 22/10/2024 08:22, Travelled with Friend/s
Great ship, great guide, great crew, great experiences, and great companions, made for a remarkable journey and wonderful vacation.
- Philip, 22/10/2024 01:16, Travelled in a Couple
We had a wonderful time on our Elegance Cruise. We've only been on one cruise before and that was a huge ship; it was so impersonal. With Sail Croatia, there were just 18 cabins, it was so much more intimate and we made new friends from around the world. The captain, crew and our cruise director Ioana couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. The Croatian coastline and islands are spectacular; we saw architecture and history we never knew existed; and the people were a joy. We highly recommend you do the same if you get the chance.
- Anonymous, 18/10/2024 17:57, Travelled in a Couple
We sailed the Dalmatian islands off the coast of Croatia on board the luxury cruise yacht Olimp. The accommodation was exceptional comfortable and roomy. Captain Jure and the crew of the Olimp were outstanding, providing an awesome experience, while cruise representative Vedran took great care of us explaining (each day) historic/cultural significance of each port we stopped at and leading us in some of our on-shore tours. Even though our cruse was in late September / early October we still managed to stop periodically in quiet coves to swim and enjoy the waters of the Adriatic.
- Donald, 18/10/2024 15:09, Travelled with Family
My first experience on a yacht/small cruise ship. All of the crew aboard the Olimp were fabulous in their efforts to make our cruise enjoyable. It was obvious that all of the crew take pride in their work and they were all excellent in executing their duties. Our Sail Croatia host, Ioanna, was also fabulous. She kept us informed and fostered camaraderie amongst all of the guests. She was exceptional at that! Ioanna also planned some excellent walking tours of Croatia which included visits to historic sites, national parks, family farms, beaches, jeep tours and restaurants. The food on the yacht was great! Great chef! Great Captain! Thank you for the several swim stops at beautiful, remote locations. That was something that one rarely gets to do. All in all, a great vacation and I highly recommend a cruise on the Olimp!
- William, 17/10/2024 11:02, Travelled in a Couple
i certainly would recommend sail Croatia , we sailed on the Olimp the staff and tour guide were great, nothing was problem
- jamie, 16/10/2024 22:51, Travelled in a Couple
Location, location, location...Croatia is absolutely beautiful! The boat and the crew was fantastic as well. The passengers (36 of us) got along extremely well and we made some amazing friends. I would highly recommend this location, company, boat, and crew.
- Michael, 15/10/2024 11:06, Travelled in a Couple
Everything from the airport pick up to the Hotel and the cruise was very professional and well organised. The crew on the boat and our guide Klara looked after all our needs whilst on board and during the trips ashore. Our food was well presented, cooked to perfection and the wine tastings were excellent. This was one of our best trips for a long time and will thoroughly recommend Sail Croatia.
- Nick Lauezzari, 15/10/2024 10:34, Travelled in a Couple
The ports, wine venues, food, crew and trip director were all great. The ship is clean and roomy, but be sure not to accept Cabin 12 if offered. It has a constant noise coming from a pipe that takes up space in the closet.
- darryl, 15/10/2024 06:28,
Every aspect of the cruise was great: the ship, the itinerary and of course the staff, especially Ioana, the representative from Sail Croatia. Lots of great memories and pictures!
- David, 15/10/2024 05:33, Travelled with Friend/s
The people
- Steve, 15/10/2024 02:14, Travelled with Friend/s
I am totally impressed with Sail Croatia's attention to detail in all aspects of our adventure. All staff members respond quickly and are always there to help. On the boat, our guide, Karolina, was knowledgeable and very personable. All the crew was pleasant and enjoyable. The ports were great and gave us a sense of Croatia's past history. This is such a great company we brought along another couple as this was our second sailing with Sail Croatia. Kudos!
- Dennis , 09/10/2024 20:31, Travelled in a Couple
Great trip, wonderful scenery, super food, amazing tour guide (Karolina), friendly staff, and helpful sales team (we had to postpone our original trip for a year due to a knee replacement)..
- Peter, 08/10/2024 15:01, Travelled with Family
Amazing tour of different Croatian towns/cities, daily swims, smaller cruise ship that allows getting to know your cruise partners. Klara is terrific as our tour guide. Great leadership and communication skills. Would highly recommend it. Definitely more intimate and exciting than the larger cruise ships.
- Patrick, 08/10/2024 00:36, Travelled in a Couple
Firstly I was nervous being on a small cruise (36 pax) as I have had bad experiences with cruises before. But the vibe on the boat when we arrived welcomed and exhilarated us with the extremely high standards and quality of the Olimp and it's fine crew. The captain (Yure) was every friendly, inviting and pleasant to spend time with. The rest of the crew were similar. Vedran was very pleasurable to listen to, knowledgeable about the places we visited and funny in his deliveries of daily instructions and when also answering any of a miriad of questions thrown his way. We met as strangers but after 8 days of fine cruising, dining and activities we all left as good friends! I cannot recommend this trip highly enough and will look forward to my next trip on the Olimp.
- Christopher, 07/10/2024 08:39, Travelled in a Couple
From the first day to the last day everything went as planned, the areas we visited were fantastic. The food on board was great and the staff were all very nice and helpful. Would definitely do a cruise with you again.
- Stephen, 05/10/2024 23:50, Travelled with Family
From the first moment stepping on board the holiday engendered a sense of anticipation and excitement. A delightful boat welcoming crew and guide what more could be wanted. The following days fulfilled all the initial promise. Excellent accommodation, superb food along with crew and staff who worked hard to provide the perfect holiday. Every day provided new experiences from swimming off the boat to the rich tapestry of each island visited. Croatia is a beautiful country with a long history and a very friendly welcoming people. The colour of the sea has to be seen to be believed. A holiday to remember.
- Peter, 04/10/2024 19:21, Travelled in a Couple
We dare you to find a comparable cruise with so few passengers at such an affordable price — anywhere in the world. Though we vacation in Europe every year, we had never taken a cruise because we dread the thought of a big ship with hundreds if not thousands of passengers. Sail Croatia is intimate (38 people max!), fun and casual (pack lightly). The meals are not only gourmet and delicious, they’re photogenic. Our cruise director (Karolina) was attentive, informative and a delight to be around. The crew was hard working and aimed to please. Croatia is stunningly beautiful. Its towns are easy to navigate and remarkably uncrowded during our September visit. Crime is virtually nonexistent. And if you should happen to find a similar cruise elsewhere, let us know.
- Greg and Debbie, 02/10/2024 20:08,
Our cruise was made fantastic by the amazing staff on the boat. They made sure everything was 1st class and made us feel happy. Boris and Stella were amazing and friendly towards us. The Chef and his staff did a fantastic job and every meal was presented 5star and tasted delicious. The sailors were friendly and always up for a chat and would help/do anything for us. Our room was kept clean daily by the maid she was lovely. The captain was fantastic and made sure we were always safe, very professional and great experienced operator for a young man, the captains dinner was a fun night. Last of all the magnificent cruise director Ioana (Jo) she was brilliant, entertaining and funny. We meet some very nice people from all over the globe, I highly recommend this to anyone
- Shane, 02/10/2024 07:40, Travelled in a Couple
Boat staff
- Mike, 01/10/2024 15:58,
Excellent ship and crew. Tour guide, Mia was superb!
- Scott, 01/10/2024 15:25, Travelled with Friend/s
Beautiful boat, charming crew, delicious food, great host and fun passengers. Good excursions too. Crew and guide really tried to make the trip as good as possible given the sailing conditions. Really enjoyed it. Thank you! Some ideas: Be nice to have had breakfast outside on the boat deck Would rather have paid the bar bill on a card than in cash Tables of 8 or 10 better than 9 one couple had to split up Excursions accompanied by detailed printed material.
- Hector, 01/10/2024 08:40, Travelled in a Couple
The Olimp crew was fantastic and the sail exceeded Our expectations. Having only 35 guests allowed us to meet and engage with everyone. All of the guests were super friendly, fun and interesting. Loved every minute of the cruise.
- Peter, 27/09/2024 00:41, Travelled in a Couple
Croatia is a great place to explore and sailing is a great way to vacation. The ship is beautiful and has a wonderful crew to insure your time spent is enjoyable. We met fabulous people on the cruise and in every port.
- Jeff, 26/09/2024 15:44, Travelled with Friend/s