Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and Sicily

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River Cruise
Get ready for the magic of Christmas on this pre-holiday cruise in Italy and Sicily Naples has historical monuments and archaeological sites, while the Aeolian Islands are in a league of their own. This romantic cruise includes visits to the ancient theater in Taormina, with Mount Etna as the backdrop, Calabria "the toe of the boot" and the Amalfi Coast. And ...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Highlights: Exclusive itinerary along the Italian and Sicilian seaboards
    • Cruise through the famous Strait of Messina and off the coast of the Aeolian Islands
    • Magical Advent traditions in Italy
    • The Via San Gregorio Armeno, also known as "Christmas Alley"
    • "Luci d'artista" art and decorations in Salerno
    • ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
    • THE MUSTS: Naples and its historic center at the foot of Mount Vesuvius
    • The fascinating ruins in Pompeii and Herculaneum
    • Taormina and its ancient theater
    • Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe

What's this trip about?

    Get ready for the magic of Christmas on this pre-holiday cruise in Italy and Sicily Naples has historical monuments and archaeological sites, while the Aeolian Islands are in a league of their own. This romantic cruise includes visits to the ancient theater in Taormina, with Mount Etna as the backdrop, Calabria "the toe of the boot" and the Amalfi Coast. And we can't forget the legendary Isle of Capri with its panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples. Italian Christmas traditions are in the spotlight on this cruise! Discover the famous Neapolitan nativity art and magnificent scenes exposed in small boutiques and workshops in the city's older neighborhoods.  Each hand-crafted figure is one-of-a-kind. Christmas charm reigns in the shops all year round. 

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityStrasbourg
End CityStrasbourg

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - excursions mentioned in the program - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 NAPLES

Boarding at 6:00 p.m. We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner on board. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 1 NAPLES

Boarding.We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.

Day 2 NAPLES

This morning, the excursion is:- 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...

Day 2 NAPLES

This morning, the excursion is:- Pompeii, a city frozen in time.OR- Herculaneum.This afternoon, the excursion is: visit Naples.

Day 3 The Aeolian Islands - MILAZZO (Sicily)

We’ll spend the morning cruising through the Aeolian Islands.(1) 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 archipel...

Day 3 The Aeolian Islands - MILAZZO (Sicily)

We’ll spend the morning cruising through the Aeolian Islands.(1)This afternoon, the excursion is: Tindari.

Day 4 MESSINA

Excursion proposed: Full-day excursion to Mount Etna and Taormina(1). Mount Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe, and we’ll take you 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 ...

Day 4 MESSINA

Excursion proposed: Full-day excursion to Mount Etna and Taormina(1).

Day 5 VIBO MARINA

We’ll spend the morning cruising.This afternoon, the excursion is: 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 ...

Day 5 VIBO MARINA

We’ll spend the morning cruising.This afternoon, the excursion is: The Calabria.

Day 6 SALERNO

We’ll spend the morning cruising.The excursion this afternoon is: 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. We'll also enjoy a sampling of limoncello....

Day 6 SALERNO

We’ll spend the morning cruising.The excursion this afternoon is: Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast.Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Day 7 NAPLES

Excursion proposed: Capri and Anacapri (Lunch included).(1) We’ll take an airboat to splendid Capri. On arrival, we’ll 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. A...

Day 7 NAPLES

Excursion proposed: Capri and Anacapri (Lunch included).(1)The theme for this evening is "Neopolitan Songs and Dances."

Day 8 NAPLES

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

Day 8 NAPLES

Disembarkation.

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Price per day$351
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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Requirements
Valid passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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