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MV Markan

Launched in 2018 and built to the highest specifications, the elegant MV Markan is specifically designed to sail in Croatian waters, and you’ll be impressed by her sleek lines and gleaming hull when you first see this glamorous vessel, moored in the clear waters of the Adriatic. New to our fleet for 2022, once on board you will be wowed by the quality of this beautiful yacht at every turn: from light and welcoming public areas, to pristine decks and dazzling glass; stylishly furnished with contemporary décor and sumptuous furnishings, you’ll immediately feel at home. The friendly crew are always on hand for your every requirement and with a maximum guest complement of 38, you can be sure you’ll always receive the very best personal service too for that extra touch of luxury.

At 48.5 metres the graceful MV Markan can easily slide into the most picturesque little ports along this stretch of coast with ease, affording you the convenience of hopping off straight on to the quayside, and right into the heart of each destination.

Take to the sun deck, with shaded area, where you can lie back on a sun lounger taking in the 360-degree views before enjoying a dip in the jacuzzi or off the platform at the back of the ship to swim in the calm waters of an unspoilt little bay. Dine in the informal and stylish restaurant area, then order your favourite cocktail from the bar and strike up conversation with your fellow guests. Sink into a cosy sofa on the inviting terrace area, sipping a coffee or an after-dinner drink as the sun goes down.

You’ll feel completely relaxed in your beautiful cabin, with chic furniture and bedlinen, contemporary lighting, smart wooden flooring, a sparkling bathroom and plenty of space to unwind. All fully air-conditioned cabins feature a double bed which can be separated to be configured as a twin, and are equipped with desk and chair, wardrobe, safe, hairdryer, TV, and ensuite bathroom with shower, plus free Wi-Fi on board. Cabins on the Upper deck feature a private outside balcony, whilst all other cabins have fixed windows.

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Accomodation Types

You’ll feel completely relaxed in your beautiful cabin, with chic furniture and bedlinen, contemporary lighting, smart wooden flooring, a sparkling bathroom and plenty of space to unwind. All fully air-conditioned cabins feature a double bed which can be separated to be configured as a twin, and are equipped with desk and chair, wardrobe, safe, hairdryer, TV, and ensuite bathroom with shower, plus free Wi-Fi on board. Cabins on the Upper deck feature a private outside balcony, whilst all other cabins have fixed windows.

Category A+ Cabins

Category A Cabin

Category B Cabins

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Deck Plans

You’ll feel completely relaxed in your beautiful cabin, with chic furniture and bedlinen, contemporary lighting, smart wooden flooring, a sparkling bathroom and plenty of space to unwind. All fully air-conditioned cabins feature a double bed which can be separated to be configured as a twin, and are equipped with desk and chair, wardrobe, safe, hairdryer, TV, and ensuite bathroom with shower, plus free Wi-Fi on board. Cabins on the Upper deck feature a private outside balcony, whilst all other cabins have fixed windows.

Top Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

Lower Deck

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Dining

Air-conditioned restaurant and bar 

Dining

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Entertainment

The ship has a spacious sun deck with sun loungers and a hot tub.

Sun Deck & Lounge

Bar

Swim Platform

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Enrichment

Thanks to the ship’s small size, your shore excursions are far more personal and rewarding.

Excursions

On our river cruises we love to take you right into the heart of each town or city you visit along the way, and during your cruise local guides will offer a variety of guided walking tours, panoramic coach tours and/or visits to museums and local cultural favourites such as a wine tasting in Burgundy and a train journey through the Swiss mountains. You will have a good mix of touring and free time to learn about the history and the little quirks of each place, with plenty of time to explore at your own leisure. Please check the itinerary of the cruise for more specific details.

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Health & Fitness

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Kids & Teens

Please note: There are no dedicated children's facilities onboard.

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Useful Information

Disabled Facilities

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to contact us or call us on 01283 688 518 to discuss these concerns.

Mooring

Due to the popularity of river cruising at some mooring places, or where our ship is moored alongside another vessel, access to the ship may be via the sun deck and require the navigation of steps so passengers must be able to walk on and off the ship themselves, without the use of crutches or other aids, as gangplanks can be positioned at a steep angle.

On board

Our ships are not adapted for wheelchair access; if you are intending to take a wheelchair or mobility scooter with you, it is essential that you please contact us to let us know. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be used on excursions however cannot be used on board the ships due to safety reasons and must not be left in corridors, the lounge or restaurant or any other public areas, but must be stored at reception.

River cruises operate with a smaller crew than ocean cruises and do not have the crew available to personally attend to passengers with reduced mobility; therefore, a travelling companion would need to be able to help with any physical needs.

Whilst most of our ships have a lift on board, it does not operate to all decks.

River cruising on European rivers offers the opportunity to take in the scenery from the comfort of the ship. If you are unable to do some of the shore excursions, your river cruise can still be enjoyable and worthwhile, so please contact us with any concerns or questions you may have.

Shore Excursions

For our river cruises which include an extension and feature a hotel stay, the hotels we use have been chosen due to their location and standard, the facilities offered can differ, it is therefore important that we make the appropriate enquiries with our suppliers on your behalf to ensure any special needs or requests can be catered for.

Accommodation

For our river cruises which include an extension and feature a hotel stay, the hotels we use have been chosen due to their location and standard, the facilities offered can differ, it is therefore important that we make the appropriate enquiries with our suppliers on your behalf to ensure any special needs or requests can be catered for.

Overseas Transport Arrangements

All of our tours involve coach travel. The coaches we use have not been adapted for wheelchair access.

Air Travel

We are able to arrange airport assistance, from the check-in desk to the plane, for anyone with reduced mobility. This is a free service which must be arranged with the airline prior to travel. If you would like us to arrange this assistance for you it needs to be pre-booked more than 48 hours before your flight departs.

Eurostar

If you have reduced mobility and are travelling by Eurostar to your cruise, please contact us. Should you need to travel in your own wheelchair, Eurostar does have specially adapted wheelchair spaces which need to be pre-booked. If you would like assistance at St. Pancras, we can provide you with information and contact details for Eurostar Assist, although we cannot reserve this service for you directly.

Special Dietary Requirements

In the morning a full breakfast is served which includes healthy options and your choice of eggs made to order. For lunch enjoy salads from the buffet, soup and a choice of main courses, including local dishes, plus dessert. The four course a la carte dinners include a selection of international and regional specialities. We cater for most dietary requirements, please ensure you advise our sales team when making the booking.

Dress Code

There is no requirement to bring formal dress; smart/casual is acceptable for both day and evening as there is no dress code enforced. However men are requested not to wear shorts for dinner or vest tops at any time in the dining room. Men may wish to wear a jacket and tie for dinner. The Captain’s Dinner offers the opportunity, should you wish, for more special attire.

Medical Facilities

If you have any concerns about your health whilst on tour, please see your Cruise Director or Concierge. They will be able to advise you about chemists and availability of doctors, etc. In an emergency you could always phone our emergency number as issued on your itinerary. There are no on-board medical personnel, although specific crew members will have basic first aid training. However, the ship can stop at any time to transfer any passenger requiring emergency medical attention to local medical facilities.

Laundry Service

A limited laundry service is available on board, except on the day of disembarkation. A dry cleaning service is not available.

Smoking and E-Cigarette Policy

Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted anywhere on board except for designated areas on the sun deck.

More and more countries in Europe are adopting a stricter legislation on smoking in public places. Smoking is not allowed on any public transport and there may be other restrictions in hotels, bars and restaurants.

Age Restrictions

The minimum age limit is 12 years old at the date of departure. We reserve the right to limit the number of children on any particular cruise. Any minor must be accompanied by and share a cabin with an adult aged 21 or over. If the adult is not the minor’s parent, a ‘Parental Consent Guardianship Form’ must be signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to sailing.

Air Conditioning

Our ships are fully air-conditioned throughout. Each cabin has individual air-conditioning and heating controls.

Drinks Packages

We offer a selection of drinks packages available to purchase and the price is dependent on the length of the cruise, so please check each tour page for more details. This includes the following with lunch and dinner: draught beer; non-alcoholic beer; soft drinks; juices; red, white and rose house wines; and wine recommendations from the menu. The drinks package must be added to your booking for all passengers in a cabin prior to departure and you can do this by calling the reservations team.If you choose not to purchase a drinks package, there is a vast selection of drinks on board each ship available for individual purchase.