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Highlights of Southern Italy

8 Days Rome to Dubrovnik

Cruise

Overview

Explore Italy’s breathtaking south with visits to the picturesque lemon-growing coastal town of Sorrento, and navigate the Tyrrhenian Sea to Amalfi. Cruise onwards to the Sicilian town of Giardini Naxos, the port city of Crotone, Otranto in Italy’s Apulia region and Monopoli on the Adriatic Sea

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8 Day Highlights of Southern Italy Itinerary (Emerald Cruises)

Cruise Length

8 Days

Cruise Starts

Rome

Cruise Ends

Dubrovnik

Countries Visited:

Italy Sicily Croatia

Cruise Line

Emerald

Cruise Ship

Emerald Sakara

Passengers

100

Crew

Launched

2023

Cruise Code

E02M-1

Itinerary

Upon your arrival in Civitavecchia, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht to commence your cruise. (D)

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. EmeraldPLUS Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting DiscoverMORE Guided tour of Pompeii (extra expense, must be pre-booked) DiscoverMORE Walking tour of Capri (extra expense, must be pre-booked) (B/L/D)

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. DiscoverMORE Amalfi Coast by kayak (extra expense, must be pre-booked) DiscoverMORE Gems of the Amalfi Coast (extra expense, must be pre-booked) (B/L/D)

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 DiscoverMORE ‘The Godfather' Tour DiscoverMORE Alcantara River Tubing (extra expense) (B/L/D)

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. DiscoverMORE Visit Santa Severina Village (extra expense) (B/L/D)

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. DiscoverMORE Guided tour of Lecce (extra expense) (B/L/D)

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. Included Excursion Tour of Monopoli DiscoverMORE Discover the Trulli of Alberobello (extra expense) DiscoverMORE Guided tour of Ostuni (extra expense) (B/L/D)

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. 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. (B)

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