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CroisiCruise: NAP_PP
8 Days
Naples | Milazzo | Vibo Marina | Sorrento OR Salerno | Naples
Climb aboard an unforgettable cruise leaving from Naples, where each port of call transports you to another place and another time. Explore antique ruins in Pompeii and Herculaneum. Meander along the picturesque streets of Naples' Old Town. Chill and admire the stunning scenery of Vulcano, Lipari, and Stromboli during an exceptional cruise alongside the Aeolian Islands—a volcanic archipelago listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the authentic charm of Tropea—in Calabria—perched on a cliff overlooking the sea. Dive into all the splendor found on the Amalfi Coast. An enchanting voyage full of excitement and discoveries awaits.
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- Gala dinner and evening : Welcome cocktail
- All meals included : Refined European cuisine, with table service for lunch & dinner
- Drinks included : With meals
- Open bar : Including Cocktails, Mocktails, Regional wines, Beer, Spirits & Soft drinks (excluding premium list)
- Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
- Headsets included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
- Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- Exclusive itinerary along the Italian and Sicilian seaboards
- Cruise through the famous Strait of Messina and off the coast of the Aeolian Islands
- The Via San Gregorio Armeno, also known as "Christmas Alley"
- All excursions included
- THE MUSTS:
- Naples and its historic center at the foot of Mount Vesuvius
- The fascinating ruins in Pompeii and HerculaneumAcre, on the trail of the Templars
- Taormina and its ancient theate
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Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe
- Itinerary
- Important Information
Day 1: Naples
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, you will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Evening entertainment on board.
Day 2: Naples
Morning proposed excursion:
Pompeii. A city frozen in time, which through its tragedy has become one of the most significant resources of information on Roman art, customs, trades, and life.
OR Herculaneum. Just like Pompeii, Herculaneum was also destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Discover the wealth of archaeological finds, from ancient advertisements and stylish mosaics to carbonized furniture and inhabitants.
OR Herculaneum. Just like Pompeii, Herculaneum was also destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Discover the wealth of archaeological finds, from ancient advertisements and stylish mosaics to carbonized furniture and inhabitants.
Afternoon proposed excursion:
Naples. Discover the must-see sites, masterful works, and unexpected treasures in Naples, such as its old town and royal palace. In the oldest section of Naples, take astroll down the Via San Gregorio Armeno, the famous pedestrian street where you can observe skilled craftsmen actually working on nativity figures as they carve and paint them. Visit the Cloister of Santa Chiara to admire the nativity scene with 18th-century figurines.
Day 3: The Aeolian Islands - Milazzo (Sicily)
Spend the morning cruising through the Aeolian Islands.(4) Rising from the cobalt blue sea along the Sicilian coast, the Aeolian Islands (Vulcano, Lipari, Salina, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicudi, and Alicudi) are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The archipelago's name comes from Aeolus, who kept violent winds locked safely on his island, as recounted in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey.
Afternoon proposed excursion:
Tindari. Discover the Sanctuary of the Black Madonna and the site of an ancient Greek town with stunning views of the Sicilian coastline. There will be some free time in the charming city of Milazzo, with its medieval citadel perched high above.
Day 4: Messina
Proposed excursion:
Full-day excursion to Mount Etna and Taormina(1). Mount Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe, and you will be taken up to almost 6,400 feet (1950 m) to the Silvestri Craters near the top.
The bleak lava wilderness around the summit of Etna is one of the most memorable landscapes you’ll may ever see. You will then be driven to Taormina. Nestled above the stunning Sicilian coastline, Taormina brings to life the legendary beauty of Sicily. Take a tour of the area, including the ruins of its ancient Greek theater.
The bleak lava wilderness around the summit of Etna is one of the most memorable landscapes you’ll may ever see. You will then be driven to Taormina. Nestled above the stunning Sicilian coastline, Taormina brings to life the legendary beauty of Sicily. Take a tour of the area, including the ruins of its ancient Greek theater.
(1) Subject to favorable weather conditions.
Day 5: Vibo Marina
Spend the morning cruising.
Afternoon proposed excursions:
The Calabria. The Calabria region is at the toe of the boot in Italy, lapped by the splendid crystal-clear Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas. Its warm climate, beautiful colors, rocky coasts, local food, and vestiges of its ancient origins make it a unique place to be enjoyed in both winter and summer.
Discover Tropea, the pearl of the Calabria. Perched on a rocky promontory with a cliff-side view of the sea, this small city is a veritable jewel. You will also experience a tasting of regional products.
Discover Tropea, the pearl of the Calabria. Perched on a rocky promontory with a cliff-side view of the sea, this small city is a veritable jewel. You will also experience a tasting of regional products.
Day 6: Salerno
Spend the morning cruising.
Afternoon proposed excursion:
Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. Discover the charming, hillside city of Sorrento, surrounded by orange and lemon orchards and a spectacular panorama of the sea. You will have the opportunity to sample limoncello. Afterwards, continue your trip and visit the villages filled with colorful houses and elegant seaside resorts along the dramatic Amalfi Coast.
Tonight is a festive gala evening.
Tonight is a festive gala evening.
Day 7: Naples
Proposed excursion:
Capri and Anacapri (Lunch included) (1). Take an airboat to splendid Capri. On arrival, head to the village of Anacapri and visit the Villa San Michele, built at the turn of the last century by Swedish physician and author Axel Munthe. Anacapri is located at the highest part of the island. From the villa gardens, you’ll have a fantastic view of the city of Capri, the Gulf of Naples, and Mount Vesuvius. In addition to the amazing backdrop, the gardens themselves possess a rare beauty. Spend some time on your own this afternoon or visit the Gardens of Augustus, located on the top of a cliff with a stupendous view of the turquoise sea. Return to Naples by airboat.
The theme for this evening is "Neopolitan Songs and Dances."
The theme for this evening is "Neopolitan Songs and Dances."
(1) Subject to favorable weather conditions.
Day 8: Larnaca
Breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
INCLUSIONS:
- Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
- Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
- Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Assistance from the onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess
- Welcome cocktail
- Gala evening
- Onboard activities
- Emergency/repatriation insurance
- All port fees
EXCLUSIONS:
- Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Optional excursions
- Transfers to/from departure/arrival points
- Personal expenses
For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.
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