Variety Cruises is adding a small-ship option for exploring Croatia and Montenegro in 2027. The new program was reported October 9, 2026; the line’s current itinerary page lists seven-night round trips from Dubrovnik aboard the 34-guest Callisto.
The route visits islands including Mljet, Korčula, Lastovo, Vis and Hvar before crossing into Montenegro for Kotor. Guided activities in Dubrovnik, Mljet, Hvar and Kotor sit alongside optional excursions and time for independent exploring. Swimming stops from the yacht are also part of the planned experience, subject to conditions.
Dining is arranged on a half-board basis, leaving some meals ashore for passengers to organize themselves. The company describes drinks with onboard meals, rather than an unrestricted all-day beverage package.
One detail merits checking before planning flights: the October 9 report described an April launch, while Variety’s live page currently lists a May 14–October 1 travel period. Use the line’s sailing-specific dates and booking terms when comparing departures; port charges are shown separately from displayed fares.
Source: Original reporting.
Image: Dubrovnik’s coastal old-town area in June 2006. Destination-context file photograph; not Callisto or its Gruž embarkation berth. Credit: Raime / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Image may be resized or cropped for display; image adaptations remain CC BY-SA 3.0.. Image source · License.