Explore the stunning Italian coast and Sardinia on this exciting voyage, with complimentary AzAmazing event in picturesque Livorno.
Step back in time on a stroll through Porto Torres, overlooked by the ancient Aragonese Tower, before staying late in colourful Portoferraio on the island of Elba. Enjoy an overnight stop in the Tuscan town of Livorno, where an unforgettable evening of opera awaits at the opulent Goldoni Theatre. There is also the opportunity to explore the Renaissance treasures of Florence and iconic sights of Pisa, before cruising to the romantic town of Portovenere. Brightly-coloured houses hug the beautiful harbour, and cobbled streets wind their way to San Pietro Church. The town provided the inspiration for some of poet Lord Byron’s most romantic works.
Admire Santa Margherita’s Piazza Mazzini, lined with pastel-coloured palaces, before cruising to glamorous Monte Carlo.
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Italy Intensive Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 - Civitavecchia (Italy)
Embark your ship in Civitavecchia, gateway to the Eternal City of Rome.
Day 2 - Porto Torres (Sardinia)
Close to the iconic Basilica di San Gavino is Balai Beach, one of Porto Torre's most popular beaches. Archaeology lovers will enjoy Sardinia's mysterious stone Nuraghe, while for avid hikers there is a host of trails which take in deep gorges, verdant forests and cascading waterfalls.
Day 3 - Portoferraio (Italy)
Elba is the Tuscan archipelago's largest island, but it resembles nearby verdant Corsica more than it does its rocky Italian sisters, thanks to a network of underground springs that keep it lush and green. Napoleon was exiled to the island for ten years, and you can learn all about it at the Archaeological Civic Museum. Alternatively, why not climb to the top of Medici Fortress or take the cable car to the peak of Mount Capanne.
Days 4-5 - Livorno
Spend two days in picturesque Livorno, gateway to the Renaissance treasures and museums of Florence, as well as Pisa's famous leaning tower. However, the city has charms of its own, including the canals of La Venezia Nuova (New Venice) and the chessboard-style Terrazza Mascagni promenade. During your time here, enjoy a complimentary AzAmazing evening - an evening of opera at the Goldoni Theatre in the heart of the city. Be entertained by sensational sopranos and a masterful pianist.
Day 6 - Portovenere
The colorful facades and pedestrians-only calata (promenade) make Portovenere the quintessential Ligurian seaside village. Take a stroll along winding cobblestone streets to the beautiful San Pietro Church, which sits upon a site that’s believed to have once been a temple to Venus. Perhaps visit Grotta Dell'Arpaia where poet Lord Byron used to relax. Some of his most romantic works were inspired by Portovenere.
Day 7 - Santa Margherita
See Castello di Santa Margherita, built by the Republic of Genoa as a defense against pirate attacks. In the heart of the city is the main square, Piazza Mazzini, which is lined with colourful palaces.
Day 8 - Monte Carlo (Monaco)
Disembark your ship in Monte Carlo.
The Captain reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.