2023 Civitavecchia (Rome) > Athens (Piraeus)

An idyllic itinerary commencing in Civitavecchia and sailing onwards to uncover the delights of Capri, Sorrento and Amalfi. Explore sandy coves and try delicious cuisine harbourside, before transiting the Corinth Canal to uncover the centre of the Ancient Greek world and ending your cruise in mighty Athens.

Tour Code:: E04M
Duration:: 8 days
Departure City:: Civitavecchia (Rome)
Return City:: Athens (Piraeus)

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8 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Civitavecchia (Rome)

Your cruise starts in Civitavecchia, where you’ll embark your superyacht.

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City 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
Day 2 - Capri

An island in Italy’s Bay of Naples, Capri is synonymous for stunning natural beauty. Turquoise water and beautiful coves dot the dramatic coastline, and high-end hotels, shopping and cuisine attract the rich and famous as they dock in the beautiful Marina Grande.

Included Excursion

Guided tour of Capri

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - 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.

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Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting

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Guided tour of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pompeii (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - 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.

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Amalfi Coast by kayak (extra expense)

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Gems of the Amalfi Coast (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Giardini Naxos

Giardini Naxos is a gorgeous beach resort, with a resplendent horseshoe bay and seafront lined with bars and restaurants.

Included Excursion

A walking tour of Taormina

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Alcantara River Tubing (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Cephalonia, Greece

Cephalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands and arguably the most beautiful. The island was also made famous when it is featured in the Hollywood movie ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’.

Included Excursion

Highlights of Cephalonia

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Guided hike in Cephalonia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Itea (Delphi)- Transit the Corinth Canal

Surrounded by rolling hills covered in olive trees, the waterfront town of Itea is close to the archaeological site of Delphi.

Included Excursion

A guided tour of Delphi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Your time aboard your superyacht comes to an end in the city of Athens. After bidding farewell to the crew and your fellow passengers, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.

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Athens city tour with visit to the Acropolis (extra expense, must be pre-booked)*

Please book your flight to depart out of Athens after 11:00 AM.
*This DiscoverMORE should be pre-booked and 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