So it would seem that September  with waters warm enough to swim in, is the best time to cruise the Mediterranean and you couldn't have chosen a better . I do hope I can help you with some tips on choosing a cruise liner from Venice to Dubrovnik.

Norwegian Jade (Source: Trondheim Havn)

1. Norwegian Cruise Lines has Norwegian Jade departing for 7 day cruises from USD 1160 - USD 1254 per person for inside and ocean view rooms. It has ten international bars and ten international restaurants to choose from , a fitness centre, spa , pool and movie theatre. 

Here's what a passenger had to say:

Amazing cruise on the Norwegian Jade from Venice This was our first ever family cruise and I am so glad we chose to have it on the Jade. What an amazing holiday!!! Embarkation at Venice was very easy, drop off your cases and go and check in. Our cabin was ready for us straight away. The cabin size was surprisingly bigger than we thought it would be from the room plan pictures on the NCL website. There was more than enough room for 2 adults, a teenage daughter and our 2 year old son (plus cases!!) The staff on the ship help to make the holiday. They were all fabulous at their jobs and so happy and welcoming. Nothing was too much bother and they really helped to enhance our cruise experience. There was no pushy sales from any of the staff, no trying to sell extra drinks or shore excursions or one of the numerous photos they take of you!!! If you want to buy they are there for you, otherwise you were left alone.

 (Source: Amazing cruise on the Norwegian Jade from Venice - NCL Review by pipcarobethdan)

Ship: Norwegian Jade from/to: Venice, Italy / Split, Croatia

Departure: Sat Sep 1, 2012 for 7 nights

Ports of Call: Venice, Italy; Dubrovnik, Croatia; Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Izmir (Ephesus), Turkey; Split, Croatia 

 (Source: Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) - Search Re

2. Alternatively you can cruise  with Costa Cruises ship Costa Fascinosa which departs weekly  from Venice on 2nd and all through the month. With bars, lounge areas and discos it  has one of the largest spas at sea, activities such as Formula One race car simulator and a giant video screen above the pool!

2006 Costa Cruise Ship decor-19 (Source: ~Ealasaid~)

Tariff  for twin sharing cabins start from USD 649 for 7 nights

For best price click here

3. Royal Caribbean Cruises is another cruise worth checking out as they have a 7 day trip from Venice to Dubrovnik all through September on their ship Splendour of the Seas.

Splendour of the Seas (Source: kellinahandbasket)

Here's what a passenger had to say :

Our first cruise, extremely enjoyable for all and now we can't wait for more and will definitely return to the Splendour again ... by Terrence&Phillip

 (Source: Splendour of the Seas - Royal Caribbean)

Tariff starts from USD 749

For booking click here

Dubrovnik to Bari by Ferry:

At one time the only way to get from Dubrovnik to Bari was by Ferry but with airline fares being so affordable the service is cut down to just four days a week. Please check before hand and make reservations in advance. Jadrolinija is the national ferry operator in Croatia. It operates on Sunday, Monday , Wednesday and Friday leaving Dubrovnik in the night and arriving into Bari in the morning.  Please check for departure times here.

Tariff : from USD 158 onwards for a two berther depending on season and kind of accommodation.

Book here.

Bari to Venice

Train to Venice (Source: Jose and Roxanne)

And finally you want to get back to Venice from Bari by train.  There are several trains which take around 7 - 8 hours. The ride is around USD 180-USD 220 per person ( 2nd class and 1st class fares).

For  timetables and booking click here.

I hope these tips help you plan your Mediterranean cruise . If you need tips on accommodation in Dubrovnik we'd be glad to help. Bon Voyage and happy memories!

Old Town Harbor Dubrovnik, Croatia (Source: LenDog64)