Highlights of Southern Italy

• Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

  Upon your arrival in Civitavecchia, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht to commence your cruise. Please book your flight to arrive into Rome prior to 03:00 PM.

• Day 2 Sorrento

  A quaint resort credited with inspiring the works of Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy, Sorrento provides a romantic introduction to the Amalfi Coast. The historic town has spectacular views over the Bay of Naples, and its maze of cobbled streets is punctuated with cosy cafes. Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting Guided tour of Pompeii (extra expense, must be pre-booked Walking tour of Capri (extra expense, must be pre-booked).

• Day 3 Amalfi

  Sitting in the foothills of Mount Cerreto, the ambient setting of Amalfi is a pleasant collection of piazzas and waterfront restaurants. Despite its diminutive size, this town was once a maritime powerhouse. Amalfi Coast by kayak (extra expense, must be pre-booked) Gems of the Amalfi Coast (extra expense, must be pre-booked).

• Day 4 Giardini Naxos

  Giardini Naxos is a gorgeous beach resort, with a resplendent horseshoe bay and seafront lined with bars and restaurants. A walking tour of Taormina ‘The Godfather’ Tour Alcantara River Tubing (extra expense).

• Day 5 Crotone

  At the very tip of Southern Italy is the Calabrian city of Crotone. Legend has it that it owes its name to Greek half-god Hercules, and there are Aegean influences at every turn, including the remnants of Apollo’s temple. Visit Santa Severina Village (extra expense).

• Day 6 Otranto

  Regarded as ‘the far east of Italy’, Otranto gazes out on to the Adriatic Sea and was a key port for trade and conquest during Roman times. Today, you’ll find a picturesque town of fortifications, mouthwatering seafood restaurants and a pleasant beach. Guided tour of Lecce (extra expense).

• Day 7 Monopoli

  Tracing its origins back to 545 AD, Monopoli is a melting pot of Byzantine, Venetian and Turkish influence. Its charming harbour is surrounded by medieval stone walls, while the Church of the Purgatory features a Baroque chapel of mummified citizens that passed on. Tour of Monopoli Discover the Trulli of Alberobello (extra expense) Guided tour of Ostuni (extra expense).

• Day 8 Dubrovnik, Croatia

  Your luxurious yacht cruise concludes in the medieval city of Dubrovnik, where you’ll disembark and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Please book your flight to depart out of Dubrovnik after 12:00 PM. The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Highlights of Southern Italy ItineraryThe Captain reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary. Key: B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner