Highlights of Southern Italy with Chef Michael Bonacini
Dreaming of a Culinary Adventure?
Exclusive Culinary Experiences with Chef Bonacini
- Indulge in Chef Bonacini’s southern Italian inspired menu at a special dinner on board
- Attend a private cocktail reception hosted by Michael Bonacini
- Visit a market in Minori with a stop at Salde Riso’s award-winning pastry shop to taste the famous Amalfi lemon dessert, Delizia al Limone
- Visit a local Masseria, a rustic fortified farmhouse where you’ll join Chef Bonacini for a tour of the olive grove and taste the local extra virgin olive oil
- Watch Chef Bonacini during a live pasta making session on board
Book by December 31, 2022 to Enjoy Free Airfare
Fly for free
Deposit of $750* per person required to secure your spot.
It's All Included!
- All airport transfers to and from your Superyacht
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner
- State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- All port charges and taxes
- First-class service from an Englishspeaking crew
- PLUS ALL TIPS & GRATUITIES INCLUDED
2023 Rome > Dubrovnik
- Tour Code:
- E02M
- Duration:
- 8 days
- Departure City:
- Rome
- Return City:
- Dubrovnik
Selected Itinerary
8 Day Itinerary
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Day 1 - Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Upon your arrival in Civitavecchia, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht to commence your cruise.
DiscoverMORECity tour of Rome (extra expense, must be pre-booked)*
Please book your flight to arrive into Rome prior to 03:00 PM.
Meals Included: Dinner
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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.
On Board Reception with Chef Michael Bonacini – Canapes & Drinks
EmeraldPLUSGuided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting
DiscoverMOREGuided tour of Pompeii (extra expense, must be pre-booked)
DiscoverMOREWalking tour of Capri (extra expense, must be pre-booked)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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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.
Special Culinary Visit with Cheb Michael Bonacini:
Weekly market in Minori with stop at Sal de Riso’s pastry shop (featured in Stanley Tucci’s ‘Searching for Italy’ TV series) to taste famous Amalfi lemon dessert (in Italian: “Delizia al Limone”).Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 - Giardini Naxos
Giardini Naxos is a gorgeous beach resort, with a resplendent horseshoe bay and seafront lined with bars and restaurants.
Included ExcursionA walking tour of Taormina
DiscoverMORE‘The Godfather’ Tour (extra expense)
DiscoverMOREAlcantara River Tubing (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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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.
Live pasta cooking demonstration by Chef Michael Bonacini
DiscoverMOREVisit Santa Severina Village (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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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.
DiscoverMOREGuided tour of Lecce (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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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.
Special Culinary Visit with Chef Michael Bonacini:
Visit to a local “ Masseria” ( stroll around the farmhouse, visit the olive grove and extra virgin olive oil tasting) & tour of the lovely city of OstuniMeals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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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.
DiscoverMORECity tour of Dubrovnik (extra expense, must be pre-booked)*
Please book your flight to depart out of Dubrovnik after 12:00 PM.
*This DiscoverMORE is only available in conjunction with pre or post cruise accommodation. For guests not staying at our preferred hotel, own arrangements will need to be made to reach the meeting point of the DiscoverMORE.
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.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour inclusions
- 7 nights on board Emerald Azzurra
- Airport transfers to and from the ship
- The services of an Emerald Cruises Tour Manager
- Port taxes and charges
- All tipping and gratuities
- A walking tour of Taormina
- Weekly market in Minori with stop at Sal de Riso’s pastry shop (featured in Stanley Tucci’s ‘Searching for Italy’ TV series) to taste famous Amalfi lemon dessert (in Italian: “Delizia al Limone”).
- Visit to a local “ Masseria” (stroll around the farmhouse, visit the olive grove and extra virgin olive oil tasting) & tour of the lovely city of Ostuni
- Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting
- 20 superb meals including 7 Breakfasts (B), 6 Lunches (L), 7 Dinners (D)
- Including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board