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Schätze der italienischen Küsten
Nizza - Venedig
Datum:
29.05.2023
bis
08.06.2023
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Nächte an Bord
In Partnerschaft mit dem MUCEM und mit der außergewöhnlichen Anwesenheit von Camille Faucourt.
Erleben Sie eine einzigartige Kreuzfahrt mit PONANT in Italien: Gehen Sie für eine unvergessliche 11-tägige Kreuzfahrt an Bord der Le Lyrial und entdecken Sie die natürlichen und kulturellen Schätze der tyrrhenischen und adriatischen Küsten.
Von Nizza aus steuert Ihr Schiff Portofino an der italienischen Riviera. Portofino ist eine hübsche, lebhafte kleine Hafenstadt in einer von Pinienwäldern geschützten Bucht, die ihre Traditionen bewahrt hat.
Ihre Kreuzfahrt führt Sie weiter entlang der toskanischen Küste nach Livorno, einer Hafenstadt, die für ihre Renaissance-Festungsanlagen berühmt ist. Der sogenannte Stadtteil „Klein Venedig“ (Little Venice), bietet Ihnen eine malerische Umgebung, in der Sie Fisch und Meeresfrüchte genießen können.
Als nächstes steht das an einem Hang gelegene Porto Santo Stefano auf dem Programm, wo Sie die Spanische Festung aus dem 17. Jahrhundert besichtigen können, bevor Sie nach Amalfi und seine Küste, Orte von unglaublicher Schönheit, die zum Welterbe der UNESCO gehören. Das zwischen Himmel und Meer gelegene Amalfi und die umliegenden kleinen Ortschaften bieten wunderschöne Landschaften.
Die Fahrt geht weiter, und Sie entdecken Taormina am Fuße des schneebedeckten Ätna. Durch die Gassen bummeln Sie zum beeindruckenden antiken griechischen Theater, einem Wunderwerk der Akustik.
Nach Zwischenstopps in Otrante und Ancona erreicht die Le Lyrial Ravenna. Die einstige Hauptstadt des römischen Reiches im V. Jahrhundert hat eine tausendjährige Geschichte, in der sich die römischen und byzantinischen Kulturen vermischen, die man heute in den religiösen Bauwerken der Stadt mit ihren antiken Mosaiken entdecken kann.
Als krönender Abschluss führt Sie die Reise nach Venedig, der Serenissima, und seiner Lagune.
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In Partnerschaft mit dem MUCEM und mit der außergewöhnlichen Anwesenheit von Camille Faucourt Eine Kreuzfahrt zwischen der Côte d'Azur und der italienischen Riviera, vorbei an den Ufern des Ionischen und...
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Camille Faucourt
After graduating in history of arts at the Ecole du Louvre where she specialized in Art of The Americas, Camille Faucourt came out head of the class of her year group at the French national institute of cultural heritage. She joined the Mucem’s team in 2017. She is now in charge of the Mobilities and Hybridity collections, dedicated to leisure travels, migrations and cultural exchanges through centuries in the Mediterranean basin. Involved in diverse educational projects (Osez l’interdit, 2019) and scientific events at the Mucem (Une autre histoire du monde, 2019-2020), she is also curator of several exhibitions (Algérie-France, La voix des objets, from 2017 to 2020, Naked truth. Societies in bath, Staatliche Kunsthalle Baden-Baden, 2020).
Spoken languages: French, English.
Photo credit : Camille Faucourt
Vorbehaltlich des Widerrufs im Falle von höherer Gewalt
Camille Faucourt
After graduating in history of arts at the Ecole du Louvre where she specialized in Art of The Americas, Camille Faucourt came out head of the class of her year group at the French national institute of cultural heritage. She joined the Mucem’s team in 2017. She is now in charge of the Mobilities and Hybridity collections, dedicated to leisure travels, migrations and cultural exchanges through centuries in the Mediterranean basin. Involved in diverse educational projects (Osez l’interdit, 2019) and scientific events at the Mucem (Une autre histoire du monde, 2019-2020), she is also curator of several exhibitions (Algérie-France, La voix des objets, from 2017 to 2020, Naked truth. Societies in bath, Staatliche Kunsthalle Baden-Baden, 2020).
Spoken languages: French, English.
Photo credit : Camille Faucourt
Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
ACCESSORIES:
- Polarized sunglasses
- Swimsuit (for the Spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
- Hat/cap
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen and after-sun lotion
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
PRECAUTIONS:
In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT Aktivitäten
MUCEM
Das Mucem befindet sich an einem einzigartigen Standort an der Mündung des Alten Hafens. In einem modernen Gebäude, das von Rudy Ricciotti und Roland Carta entworfen wurde, und einem historischen Monument, dem Fort Saint-Jean, bietet es große thematische Ausstellungen und zahlreiche Veranstaltungen für alle: Begegnungen und Debatten, Kinos, Konzerte, Aufführungen für junge Zuschauer …
Als Nationalmuseum repräsentiert es die kulturelle, soziale, wissenschaftliche und politische Vielfalt der mediterranen Welt von der Vorgeschichte bis zur Gegenwart. Hier treffen alle Disziplinen aufeinander: Anthropologie, Geschichte, Archäologie, Kunstgeschichte und zeitgenössische Kunst …
Das Mucem wurde als Kulturzentrum im Herzen der „Phönizierstadt“ konzipiert und hat sein Publikum gefunden: Seit seiner Eröffnung wurden mehr als 6.700.000 Besucher gezählt. Seine Ausstellungen werden für ihre Qualität gelobt, und das Programm – Vorträge, Konzerte, Filmvorführungen, teilweise unter freiem Himmel – sind bei einem sehr unterschiedlichen Publikum sehr beliebt.
Vorbehaltlich des Widerrufs im Falle von höherer Gewalt
Highlights
- In Partnerschaft mit dem MUCEM und mit der außergewöhnlichen Anwesenheit von Camille Faucourt
- Eine Kreuzfahrt zwischen der Côte d'Azur und der italienischen Riviera, vorbei an den Ufern des Ionischen und Adriatischen Meeres
- Unesco-Weltkulturerbestätten: die acht frühchristlichen Monumente von Ravenna, die Lagune von Venedig (Anlegehafen)
- Die Freuden des Dolce Vita in der Nebensaison
- Besuch des verschlafenen Fischerdorfes Portofino mit seinen bunten Häusern
- Porto Santo Stefano, ein kleiner veträumter Hafen am Tyrrhenischen Meer
Häfen & Landausflüge
29. Mai 2023 - Nizza
Einschiffung 29.05.2023 von 16:00 bis 17:00
Abfahrt 29.05.2023 um 19:00
Nizza, die Hauptstadt der Côte d'Azur, erstreckt sich entlang der Baie des Anges und wird von zahlreichen Hügeln und Bergen vor dem Wind geschützt. Sie können es sicherlich kaum erwarten, die Promenade des Anglais zu sehen, wo Sie es sich auf einem der blauen Stühle mit Blick auf das Ufer gemütlich machen können. Der Schlosshügel ist auch ideal für einen schönen Spaziergang. Dies ist der Eingang zur Altstadt mit ihren geschäftigen Märkten und regionalen Produkten entlang der Hauptstraße Cours Saleya.
30. Mai 2023 - Portofino
Ankunft 30.05.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 30.05.2023 am späten Abend
In der Nähe der Cinque Terre ist Portofino das Juwel der ligurischen Riviera. Dieses von Guy de Maupassant beschriebene „kleine Dorf, das sich wie ein Halbmond um ein stilles Becken erstreckt", ist heute ein lebendiger kleiner Hafen. Portofino hat es geschafft, ihre seit der Antike bekannten traditionellen maritimen Methoden zu bewahren. Das in einer kleinen, von einem Kiefernhain geschützten Bucht liegende Dorf bildet das Herz eines außergewöhnlichen Meeresnaturschutzgebietes. Die schillernden Farben seiner Fassaden und die malerischen Treppen haben viele Autoren und Künstler inspiriert. Sie werden auch den Leuchtturm von Portofino sehen, der in seiner grünen Umgebung makellos ist. Auf der Punta del Capo gelegen, wacht er über die Halbinsel.
31. Mai 2023 - Livorno
Ankunft 31.05.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 31.05.2023 am späten Nachmittag
An der ligurischen Küste ist Livorno das Tor zur Toskana, eine Region, die für ihre archäologischen Stätten, ihre Schätze der Renaissance, ihre malerischen Hügellandschaften und ihre Lebenskunst bekannt ist. Die Ankunft der Medici im 16. Jahrhundert fällt mit dem Aufschwung der Stadt zusammen, die sich zu einem der wichtigsten Mittelmeerhäfen entwickelte. Ein kosmopolitischer und multireligiöser Ort, der kulturelle Vielfalt perfekt verkörpert. Die in dieser Epoche erbauten Festungen Fortezza Vecchia und Fortezza Nuova sind Zeitzeugen seiner Bedeutung. Am Fuße des neuen Forts erstreckt sich das zauberhafte Quartier Nuova Venezia mit kleinen Kanälen und Gässchen, die zum Flanieren und zum Entdecken der architektonischen Stätten einladen, zum Beispiel zu einem Besuch der wunderschönen Kirche Santa Caterina im toskanischen Barockstil.
1. Juni 2023 - Porto Santo Stefano
Ankunft 01.06.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 01.06.2023 am frühen Nachmittag
Porto Santo Stefano ist ein charmanter Badeort in einer zauberhaften natürlichen Umgebung auf der Halbinsel Monte Argentario im Süden der Toskana. Das am Hang gelegene Dorf bietet herrliche Sandstrände mit glasklarem Wasser und einen malerischen Stadtkern. Bummeln Sie durch die hübschen steilen Gassen, die von bunten Häusern gesäumt sind, und entdecken Sie La Rocca, eine spanische Zitadelle, die im 17. Jahrhundert erbaut wurde, um die Stadt vor Piratenangriffen zu schützen. Von dort können Sie den atemberaubenden Blick auf den Hafen und den Golf von Talamone genießen.
2. Juni 2023 - Amalfi
Ankunft 02.06.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 02.06.2023 am späten Nachmittag
Es ist diese kleine Stadt in Kampanien, die der wunderschönen Amalfiküste ihren Namen verliehen hat. Sie wurde zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe erklärt. Kein Wunder, denn sie liegt am Fuße des Monte Cerreto direkt an den Felsflanken einer sich zum Meer öffnenden Schlucht. Amalfi bietet Ihnen zunächst einen fantastischen Naturrahmen, bevor Sie Ihnen ihre Geschichte entlang der mittelalterlichen Gässchen preisgibt. Hier sind die verschiedenen kulturellen Einflüsse des Mittelmeerraums allgegenwärtig.
3. Juni 2023 - Taormina, Sizilien
Ankunft 03.06.2023 mittags
Abfahrt 03.06.2023 am frühen Abend
Der an der Ostküste Siziliens in der Provinz Messina gelegene Badeort Taormina gilt als Saint-Tropez der Insel: Kulturerbe, lauschige Strände und Luxus-Shopping haben sich hier vereint. Sie können das 300 Meter über dem Wasser befindliche mittelalterliche Zentrum besichtigen, dessen Terrassen einen freien Blick auf das Mittelmeer eröffnen. Ein weiteres Zeugnis der Vergangenheit der Stadt sind die Ruinen des griechisch-römischen Theaters. Diese äußerst gut erhaltene Stätte zieht Besuchern an, die von der natürlichen Schönheit des Ortes oberhalb einer türkisfarbenen Bucht fasziniert sind.
4. Juni 2023 - Otranto
Ankunft 04.06.2023 mittags
Abfahrt 04.06.2023 abends
In der Region Apulien gelegen, ist Otranto die orientalischste der italienischen Städte. Hinter den mittelalterlichen Befestigungsanlagen genießen Sie die Dolce Vita des Salento, des „Absatzes des italienischen Stiefels“. Otranto existiert seit der Antike und ist heute zu einem sehr angenehmen Badeort geworden. Sie können jedoch die Geschichte wiederentdecken, indem Sie durch die Gassen der Altstadt streifen. Die Kathedrale mit ihrem herrlichen Mosaikfußboden aus dem 12. Jh. zählt zu den schönsten Kleinoden. Anlässlich eines Spaziergangs entlang der Wehrmauern können Sie sich einen Augenblick der Entspannung auf der Terrasse eines der hier eingerichteten Cafés gönnen.
5. Juni 2023 - Auf See
Ankunft 05.06.2023
Abfahrt 05.06.2023
Genießen Sie während der Überfahrt auf See die zahlreichen Freizeitangebote an Bord. Gönnen Sie sich Entspannung im Spa oder halten Sie sich im Fitnessraum in Form. Lassen Sie sich je nach Jahreszeit zu einem Sprung in den Pool oder zu einem Sonnenbad verlocken. Dieser Reise ohne Zwischenstopp bietet auch Gelegenheit, einer Konferenz oder einer der an Bord angebotenen Vorstellungen beizuwohnen, abhängig von den angebotenen Aktivitäten, oder in der Boutique ein wenig zu shoppen oder die PONANT-Fotografen in ihrem eigenen Bereich aufzusuchen. Wer das offene Meer liebt, bewundert auf dem Oberdeck das Schauspiel der Wogen und kann mit etwas Glück Meerestiere beobachten. Eine zauberhafte kleine Auszeit mit Komfort, Entspannung und Unterhaltung.
6. Juni 2023 - Ancona
Ankunft 06.06.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 06.06.2023 am späten Nachmittag
Ancona, die Hauptstadt der Region Marken, bietet ihren Besuchern den Charme einer historischen, typisch italienischen Stadt. Sie wurde von den Griechen gegründet, von Julius Cäsar erobert und hat diesen verschiedenen Epochen eine lebendige tausendjährige Geschichte zu verdanken, die stark von ihrem Hafen, einem Knotenpunkt verschiedener Völker und Kulturen geprägt ist. Begeben Sie sich während des Zwischenstopps auf Entdeckungstour zu sehenswerten Gebäuden, wie beispielsweisen zu der Kathedrale San Ciriaco aus weißem und rosafarbenem Marmor, dem Trajansbogen, oder auch zu dem Haus aus dem 15. Jahrhundert, in dem der Maler Raffael geboren wurde und aufwuchs.
7. Juni 2023 - Ravenna
Ankunft 07.06.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Abfahrt 07.06.2023 am späten Nachmittag
Die mit der Adria über einen Kanal verbundene Stadt Ravenna und ihre zahlreichen Baudenkmäler eröffnen Ihnen eine bunte Reise durch die Zeit. Römische und byzantinische Kultur haben sich hier vermischt und das Ergebnis dieser Vermählung ist im Innern der sakralen Bauten der Stadt zu bewundern: Die Vielzahl der antiken Mosaike bleibt das schönste Zeugnis der glorreichen, lokalen Vergangenheit. Acht altchristliche Stätten, die zum UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe gehören, säumen Ihren Rundgang durch das historische, zum größten Teil autofreie Zentrum. Trotz des Gewichts der Geschichte sehr dynamisch geblieben, ist Ravenna sowohl ein Ort des Tourismus wie auch des Lebens.
8. Juni 2023 - Venedig
Ankunft 08.06.2023 am frühen Vormittag
Ausschiffung 08.06.2023 um 08:00
Stolz und unvergänglich herrscht Venedig seit dem 6. Jh. über ihre Lagune. Man glaubt, sie zu kennen, bevor man überhaupt ihren Boden berührt hat. Dennoch erliegen Sie unweigerlich dem Charme der unzähligen Schätze der „Serenissima“: Markusplatz, Basilika, Dogenpalast, Canal Grande und die Gondeln. Sie möchten sicherlich auch ein weniger bekanntes Venedig entdecken, sich in dem Gewirr aus Gässchen und Kanälen verlieren, die Plätze besichtigen und hinter die Türen der Kirchen schauen. Das außergewöhnliche Kulturerbe sollte Sie aber nicht vergessen lassen, Ihre Gaumen rund um ein Glas Spritz und einige Tramezzini zu verwöhnen.
Portofino walking tour
Through the centuries, Portofino functioned primarily as a fishing village and, occasionally, as a small naval port. Today, it is a classy resort-village. Portofino's miniscule bay is neatly packed with pricey yachts, common boats and, as a vestige of its past, some fishing boats.
From the pier, you will meet your local guide and start your panoramic walking tour. If you don't bring your camera to Portofino, you will regret it. The town is striking with its brightly colored antique buildings hovering over sparkling blue water. And the surrounding luxuriant green hillsides of the Portofino Promontory are equally stunning.
Your walk heads up to the right as you face the harbour. You will enjoy a path through one of the largest concentrations of flora and fauna in the Mediterranean. For some fantastic views of the entire bay and the Tigullian Gulf, you will walk up the hill to the Church of San Giorgio. Perched high above the town, this church contains relics of St. George brought over by crusaders from the Holy Land. From here you will walk to another great lookout point at the Punto del Capo, the Portofino lighthouse.
Afterward, you will take the way back to the pier.
- This tour involves walking 2.5 miles (4 km) on flat and cobblestone ground and sloping floor. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Internal visits of the Church of San Giorgio and Portofino lighthouse are not included.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 40 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Lucca and Pisa
From the pier, board your coach to Lucca, 45-minute drive. Lucca is the most civilized of Tuscany's cities, a stately grid of Roman roads snug behind a mammoth belt of tree-topped battlements. It is home to Puccini and hosts an elegant landscape of churches and palaces, delicate facades, and Art Nouveau shop fronts on wide promenades.
You will first visit the highlights of Lucca with your local guide. The walls are what make Lucca, and they comprise a city park more than 2,5 miles (4 km) long but only about 59 feet (18 m) wide, filled with avenues of plane, chestnut, and ilex trees planted by Marie-Louise Bourbon in the 19th century.
Near the north end of Via Fillungo, you will admire a series of houses which were built during the Middle Ages into the remains of a 1st or 2nd century AD. Roman amphitheatre, which had been used for centuries as a quarry for raw materials to raise the city's churches and palaces. The outline of the stadium was still visible in the 1930s when Duke Ludovico asked local architect Lorenzo Nottolini to rearrange the space and bring out the ancient form better.
Then, you will discover Piazza San Michele, the centre of the town, crammed with cafés and shops and the church of San Michele in Foro, as beautiful as a 12th century Romanesque church. It boasts a Pisan-inspired façade of blind arches with lozenges and colonnaded arcades. It is smack in the centre of town - on top of the ancient Roman forum, in fact, hence the name. Finally, you will enjoy the outside view of the façade of Lucca's Duomo is an excellent and eye-catching example of the Pisan-Lucchese Romanesque school of architecture.
After enjoying a fine lunch at Cantine Bernardini 1586, you will get back to your coach and take the 30-minute drive to Pisa.
Since the beginning of tourism in Mediterranean region, Pisa has been known for just one thing – the Leaning Tower – a freakishly beautiful building whose impact no amount of prior knowledge can blunt. Yet it is just a single component of the city’s amazing religious core – the Campo dei Miracoli – where the Duomo, Baptistery and Camposanto complete an unrivalled quartet of medieval masterpieces. Here, you will enjoy a walking tour in the beautiful city with your local guide before getting back to your coach and join your ship.
- This tour involves approximately 3,7 miles (6 km) of walking on cobblestoned streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended when visiting religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). The walking tour in Pisa does not include internal visit of the monuments.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 135 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Discover Livorno
From the pier, you will meet your local guide and start your walking tour of Livorno.
Livorno sits on the westernmost edge of Tuscany, with its grand harbor opened onto the Ligurian Sea. The founding of this town was one of the most important cultural events of the Renaissance. Conceived by Buontalenti, the most important architect of the time, Livorno was a renowned city in the 16th century and became a model for many other urban areas of the world.
Firstly, you will walk in the heart of the town, and explore the quarter called “New Venice” for its labyrinth of tiny streets and canals crossed by bridges. Then, you will reach Piazza della Repubblica which is one of the largest squares in Livorno. On each side of the square, facing each other, two statues stand: the Lorraine grand dukes Ferdinand III and Leopold II, created respectively by Francesco Pozzi and Emilio Santarelli. The Cisternino also overlooks the square, a neoclassical style building built in the first half of the 19th century for the city's water supply. From here, you will admire the two beautiful fortresses of the town: Fortezza Vecchia (old fortress) and Fortezza Nuova (new fortress). The old fortress is the symbol of Livorno. While walking, you will learn more about the history and the architecture of Livorno.
Afterward, you will walk back to the pier with your guide.
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This tour involves walking 2,5 miles (4 km) on mostly flat ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 40 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Medieval Lucca
From the pier, board your coach to Lucca, 45-minute drive. Lucca is the most civilised of Tuscany's cities, a stately grid of Roman roads snug behind a mammoth belt of tree-topped battlements. It is home to Puccini and hosts an elegant landscape of churches and palaces, delicate facades, and Art Nouveau shop fronts on wide promenades.
Lucca is enclosed by massive red brick walls, which help to give the city its special character by shutting out traffic and the modern world. Within these walls, Lucca is a peaceful city of narrow lanes, preserving intact its ancient Roman street plan. The walls are what make Lucca, and they comprise a city park more than 2 ½ miles (4 km) long but only about 59 feet (18 m) wide, filled with avenues of plane, chestnut, and ilex trees planted by Marie-Louise Bourbon in the 19th century.
Then, you will discover Piazza San Michele, the centre of the town, crammed with cafés and shops and the church of San Michele in Foro, as beautiful as a 12th century Romanesque church. It boasts a Pisan-inspired façade of blind arches with lozenges and colonnaded arcades. It is smack in the centre of town - on top of the ancient Roman forum, in fact, hence the name. Finally, you will enjoy the outside view of the façade of Lucca's Duomo is an excellent and eye-catching example of the Pisan-Lucchese Romanesque school of architecture.
Next, you will head to the Piazza Anfiteatro, formerly the ancient Roman Amphitheatre. Today, it is enclosed by medieval houses that were built up against the walls of the amphitheatre. Its perfectly preserved shape reminds us that Lucca was founded by the Romans in 180 B.C. The outline of the stadium was still visible in the 1930s when Duke Ludovico asked local architect Lorenzo Nottolini to rearrange the space.
From here, you will continue to the Church of San Frediano (outside visit), which is adorned with a striking façade and a 13th-century mosaic. The guided portion of your visit concludes at Via Fillungo, Lucca’s principal shopping street, which winds its way through the heart of the city towards the Roman Amphitheatre.
Following your walking tour, some free time is made available for exploring the area on your own and browsing the shops at your leisure before re-boarding your coach for the return drive to the port.
- This tour involves approximately 3 miles (5 km) of walking on cobblestoned streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 70 €
Je nach Verfügbarkeit Preis pro Person.
Panoramic Argentario and Porto Ercole
From the pier, you will meet your local guide and board your coach for the 40-minute panoramic drive to Porto Ercole. Here, you will start your walking tour of Porto Ercole, a lovely seaside resort located on the Argentario promontory.
The first inhabitants of Porto Ercole were fishermen and still today, walking along the small port, one encounters old sea wolves intent on repairing fishing nets. You will cross the Pisan door and take a walk in the heart of the village among alleys, squares overlooking the sea and stairways that will lead you to the church and then to the Rocca. You will walk along the promenade, where bars and restaurants with terraces overlooking the sea alternate with shops created from what once were fishermen's warehouses. You can still observe the construction sites dedicated to the repair work on the boats, and the landing of fish from the returning fishing boats.
In addition to the natural beauty, you will have the opportunity to admire the charm of the imposing Spanish fortresses that were built in the 16th century: Forte Filippo, the Rocca and Forte Stella.
On the way back to the port of Porto Santo Stefano, you will take a short detour to the convent of the Passionist Fathers, at the summit of Monte Argentario. At an altitude of 273 meters you will enjoy the splendid panorama that can be admired from the square. The convent, surrounded by generous vegetation, was built in the late 1700s at the behest of St. Paul of the Cross. The Passionist Fathers promote the memory of Christ's Passion, live in community and lead a life of study, prayer and missionary activity.
- This tour involves walking approximately 2.5 km, sometimes uphill and downhill, with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The inside visit of the convent is not included. Order of sights may vary.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 45 €
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Wine tasting and panoramic drive
From the pier, you will board your coach and take the 30-minute drive to La Parrina Estate.
Tenuta la Parrina is one of the oldest historic farms that lies between the low hills of the Tuscan Maremma in a spectacular landscape with olive trees, vineyards and fields of golden grain. The estate is spread on an area of about 200 hectares, 60 of which are destined to vineyards, 40 to fruit production, 20 to the horticultural, 22 to the olive plants, and the remaining are divided between arable land and growing nurseries.
Upon arrival, you will enjoy a guided visit of the estate, followed by wine tasting accompanied by local products. You will have the opportunity to see how to make a wine, starting with the grape harvest, through the vinification and aging and ending with bottling. La Parrina DOC wines are produced in the basement of the estate since 1971. The cellar is certainly a tribute to the land, because it is the instrument with which they produce quality wines, but it is also the physical location in which they give the opportunity to their guests to come into direct contact with the production philosophy.
After your visit, you will board your coach for a 1-hour panoramic drive to the Argentario promontory, ending in Porto Santo Stefano, a very charming village. While comfortably sitted on your bus you will learn some history facts and admire the rich landscapes, that make this territory even more fascinating.
You will finally be back to your ship.
- The tour involves walking on flat and gravel ground during the visit of the estate. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Walking distance is at guest’s discretion.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 80 €
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The Tarot Garden and panoramic drive
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your 45-minute drive to The Tarot Garden, in Southern Tuscany.
You will visit this unique garden, which was built by the internationally famous French-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle in the second half of the last century and displays some huge and beautiful sculptures which depict the 22 Major Arcana of the Tarots cards.
The garden was the result of the wish to express Niki's idea of a “small Eden where man and nature meet each other”. She took inspiration from the beautiful Park Güell by Antoni Gaudì in Barcelona, Spain. She created and personally built great statues for the garden and worked at this colossal work for over 17 years, collaborating with many important contemporary artists, including Jean Tinguely her husband.
The sculptures represent the artist's personal view of the symbolic and esoteric Tarots cards, one of her passions. The Empress is probably the most representative sculpture: portrayed as a large woman-sphinx. This artistic house was also where Niki lived while working in the garden.
After your visit, you will board your coach for a 45-minute panoramic drive to the Argentario promontory, ending in Porto Santo Stefano, a very charming village. While comfortably sitted on your bus you will learn some history facts and admire the rich landscapes, that make this territory even more fascinating.
Then, you will get back to your coach and drive back to your ship.
- This excursion involves a walking distance of approximately 1.3 miles (2 km), on uneven paths in the garden. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 75 €
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Amalfi & the Emerald Grotto
From the pier, you will board a motor launch to reach the astonishing and colourful Grotta dello Smeraldo (the Emerald grotto) not far from the Amalfi centre. Enjoy the beauty of the Amalfi coast by cruising to the grotto and once there, on board local boats, experience the emotion of such a suggestive natural spot with its shining emerald green shades.
Discovered in 1932, explorers found a unique cave formation stretching 30 metres (100 feet) high by 60 metres (200 feet) wide, hidden along the coastline. The most fascinating aspect of this cave is the underwater entrance 12 metres (30 feet) deep that allows the sunlight to enter the cave, creating a luminescent Emerald Glow.
At the end of the visit, your launch will drive you back to Amalfi to drop you off in the main square where you will visit the impressive Cathedral of the town and spend some time to browse around and taste local specialities like the Limoncello Liquor.
- Operation of tour is subject to the weather conditions of the day. Participants must be able to embark and disembark the local boats and negotiate 60 steps to visit the cathedral. Proper attire is recommended to visit the inside of the Cathedral (shoulders and knees covered). No explanation inside the Cathedral when holy service is performed. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. This tour is limited to 100 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 40 €
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Positano by boat & Amalfi
From the pier, board your motor-launch for a scenic cruise to Positano, the prettiest town along the coast where white Moorish style houses cling to the slopes around a small sparkling bay. In 1953 when writer John Steinbeck lived here, the town was a forgotten fishing village, loved by artists. It became a retreat for the wealthy and is now a popular resort area. Enjoy some free time to explore Positano and its quaint boutiques that sell the casual, locally made cotton clothing the town is noted for.
At the end of the visit, you will re-board your boat for a ride to the enchanting village of Amalfi, which has a Spanish flavour, its white houses sitting on the rocks facing a bright blue bay. Flanked by an old Saracen tower and a 12th-century Capuchin monastery, Amalfi boasts a cathedral dating from the 11th century that is covered with geometrical designs in coloured stones. Your guide then will take you to view St. Andrew’s Cathedral and will offer an introduction to the town so that you make the best use of some free time to explore on your own.
- Operation of tour is subject to the weather conditions of the day. Participants must be able to embark and disembark the local boats and negotiate 60 steps to visit the cathedral. Proper attire is recommended to visit the inside of the Cathedral (shoulders and knees covered). No explanation inside the Cathedral when holy service is performed. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 60 €
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Ravello
From Amalfi harbour, you will reach Ravello by coach after a 40-minute drive following the narrow main road which stretches along the side of rocky cliffs, overlooking the sea. Every twist and turn of the road offer new and breathtaking views on the world famous Sorrentine peninsula. You will see the rocks rising out of the sea like strange mythological creatures and the small boats in sheltered sandy coves that look like brightly coloured toys from up above.
Ravello is a small city of ancient origins which faces a range of hills overlooking the clear blue sea of the gulf of Salerno. The beauties of this area have inspired poets, painters and musicians during its millennia-old history.
On arrival you will be visiting Villa Rufolo where Wagner stayed. The magical beauties of its gardens and the architecture of the cloisters inspired him for “the Garden of Klingsor”. You will also admire the numerous arches and antique towers as well as the Cathedral, outside visit only.
You will finally drive back to Amalfi, where you will enjoy a soft drink or an ice cream at a local bar.
- Please note that this excursion involves one hour of walking over rough and uneven grounds. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water from the ship. We also recommend you protect yourself from the sun. This tour is limited to 60 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 65 €
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Mount Etna & winery visit and tasting
From the pier, you will board you coach for a drive up the winding roads that work their way along the slopes of Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe.
Your tour begins with a drive through the small town of Naxos, which was found by Greek colonisers in the 8th century B.C., and then pass the town of Giarre and the villages of Santa Venerina and Zafferana en route. Your destination on Mt. Etna is the Crateri Silvestri area, which features a collection of inactive craters that originated during the massive eruption of 1892. From here, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Catania and vineyards.
After taking time to appreciate the power of this site, continue to the Benanti Winery, Monte Serra Estate, where you will join vintners for a visit of the vineyards and the historic oak barrel room.
After the visit, you will enjoy a typical Sicilian lunch and sample several of the winery’s finest vintages. It's a delightful experience that will leave you with an even greater understanding and appreciation of Sicilian flavours.
Finally, you will board your coach for the return drive to your ship.
- Tour includes about 0,8 km (0.5 mile) of walking along uneven and sometimes slippery terrain at Mt. Etna; some walking and steps at the winery. Altitude at Mt. Etna is about 6500 ft. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and use sunscreen/hats for protection from the sun. We also recommend you bring a sweater or windproof jacket for this excursion.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 170 €
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Ascent of Mount Etna
Leave the landing pier by coach for the drive to Rifugio Sapienza, about 6,000 ft above sea level, on Mount Etna.
Mt. Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano, the slopes soar up to over 9,800 ft and the flanks are covered with scores of cones and craters. From there you will be able to gaze out across the Catania Gulf and view the woods, orchids and vineyards from the vantage point. But, of course, the major attractions are the crater and the remnants of the awe-inspiring streams of lava.
From there and with the assistance of a professional alpine guide, you will continue by cable car to 7,500 ft and then by special 4x4 minibuses to reach the basis of the main crater at about 8,800 ft above sea level. Up there and still accompanied with your guide, you will be able to go nearer to see last lava flows.
- Since this excursion involves walking at high altitude (9,800 ft – 2 900 m), participants should be in excellent physical condition. Bring a sweater or a jacket as it can be very chilly and windy, and wear sturdy walking shoes. A supplement of €10 per person will be applied if less than 10 persons want to realize the tour. This tour is conducted by an English-speaking photographer-guide. This tour is limited to 80 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 150 €
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Taormina & Greek Theatre
From the pier, you will be transferred by coach to the ancient Greek town of Taormina, a 30-minute drive.
Called Tauromenium in ancient times, Taormina clings to the side of Mount Tauro and offers superb views, splashed with the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and oleanders, of the Mediterranean Sea, Isola Bella and a snow-capped Etna in the background.
A maze of narrow streets, stairs and tiny squares, Taormina has attracted many civilisations over the centuries. It is home to theatres and a gymnasium from the Greek period, an Odeon and baths from Roman times, buildings blending Arab and Norman cultures, traces of Byzantine, and villas belonging to European aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
You will start your excursion with a visit on foot to the historic centre. You will cross the famous Corso Umberto to discover numerous monuments from several eras, and admire Porta Catania, the Cathedral, Piazza IX Aprile and Palazzo Corvaja.
You will then arrive at Teatro Antico, a theatre built by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC, and almost completely rebuilt by the Romans who created a gladiatorial arena. The theatre is the second largest in Sicily after the one in Syracuse. Due to its size and acoustic quality the theatre is still used to host festivals and concerts. Seated on the stone terraces, the audience can enjoy the concert while admiring a breath-taking panoramic view of the sea, Mount Tauro and Etna.
- As this excursion involves a walk of around 1.5 miles (2 km) on rough terrain with several stairways, we advise you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate clothing is required when visiting religious monuments, with knees and shoulders covered.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 70 €
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Aci Trezza & Rodolico shipyard
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your excursion with a 45-minutes drive through the small town of Naxos, founded by Greek colonisers in the 8th century B.C.- towards Aci Trezza (a small fishing village in the province of Catania) where the Rodolico’s shipwrights ancient yard is located.
The shipwrights have been shaping the wood for thousands of years, giving life to constructions that still sail our waters today. A real art which combines the skills of a designer, naval engineer, carpenter, but also an artist.
The Shipyard of Rodolico family has been operating in Aci Trezza for five generations, holder of this ancient, noble and precious profession which has almost disappeared but full of history, folklore and traditions to be remembered and preserved. The Shipyard was born at the end of 19th century when the Rodolicos began to build rowing and sailing boats for customers in Catania.
In 2014 the family, has been declared, by the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage and Sicilian Identity, intangible heritage of humanity of the Sicily Region. Their "trezzote wooden boats" have been entered in the Register of Intangible Heritage, Book of Trades, of Knowledge and Techniques, of the locality of Aci Trezza.
After the visit of the shipyard, you will reboard the coach and drive back to your ship.
- This tour involves very few walking distance but some steps at the shipyard. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. This visit is limited to 15 participants. Being an immersive tour, relying on a single artisan availability, please note that in case of force majeure, the tour might be cancelled without prior notice.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 150 €
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Lecce - Florence of southern Italy
The city of Lecce has earned itself various epithets thanks to its beauty and its historical and architectural treasures: in fact, it is usually referred to as “the Florence of Southern Italy” or “open-air museum” for the abundance of churches and noble palaces, made more elegant and refined by the unique and sumptuous decorations realized with the “leccese stone”, a particular stone whose colour gets the same nuance as honey under the rays of the sun.
Set in the very heart of the Salento region, called “the Heel of Italy’s boot”, Lecce dates back to Roman times: in fact, you can still admire in Piazza St. Oronzo the Roman Amphitheatre (from outside) which dates back to the second century A.D. and could hold up to 20,000 spectators. In it gladiators used to face and fight against wild animals.
From Otranto, board your coach for the one-hour drive to Lecce where your walking tour of the old town will start. Walk the centre of town with your guide to discover a remarkable architectural style known as the “Barocco Leccese”. From the 16th to the 18th century, Lecce knew a period of great splendour during which it was embellished with Rococo’ and Baroque Monuments. The local finely grained limestone was particularly easy to work, making easy the creation of a very decorative style, with delicate details, which you will recognize immediately.
During the tour you will visit Santa Croce Basilica (only outside visit), which is sumptuously decorated, without being overbearing: close to it you can admire the impressive façade of the Governor’s Palace (the former monastery of the Celestine monks). Your tour cannot end without a visit of what is considered one of the finest squares in Southern Italy: Piazza Duomo, where the Cathedral as well as the Archbishop’s Palace are located. Following your visits, you will enjoy a nice local break tasting Apulian wine and local delicacies.
Some free time will allow you to wander at leisure for shopping before returning to Otranto and your ship.
- This tour involves approximately 1.3 miles (2 km) of walking, mainly over uneven and cobblestone streets. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The inside visit of the Basilica is not permitted on Sundays due to religious services. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered). Tasting is included in your tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 90 €
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Boat tour along the Apulian coast
From the pier, board your coach for the 45-minute drive to the port of Castro Marina, a nice village located on the very heel of Italy's boot, from where you will embark on a local boat for your 2-hour scenic cruise along the Apulian coastline.
You will see the most important and well-known caves located along this part of the Italian coast between Castro Marina and Santa Cesarea named Azzurra, Palombara, Zinzulusa, Romanelli, Streghe and Solfatara.
You will have the opportunity to visit two of the caves by boat, the Azzurra Cave, with its extraordinary plays of lights and the Zinzulusa Cave, with its impressive entrance, full of history and legends. Sea conditions permitting, two stops are foreseen for a relaxing swim.
Following a refreshment and local snacks onboard the boat, it will be time to return to reboard your coach for the transfer back to the pier and your ship.
- You must negotiate an inclined path from the bus parking to the boat embarkation point and negotiate some steps in and out the boat. Summer in Apulia is extremely hot, we recommend you protect yourself from the sun. If you intend to swim, we recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes and have non-slippery closed bathing shoes (you can also bring snorkeling gear from the ship). There is a ladder to get in/out of the water for swimming. There is no toilet on board the boat. A comfort stop can be made at the local bar in Castro Marina before or after the boat tour (a coffee or drink is appreciated by the bar staff at your expenses). A minimum of 20 participants is required to confirm this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 120 €
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The Renaissance city of Urbino
This excursion will take you to the heart of Marche region where the old city of Urbino is located.; Urbino is one of the most renowned towns in Italy, notable for its renaissance architecture, history and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage since 1998.
After disembarking, you will board your coach for a one-and-a-half-hour scenic drive through the hilly landscape of Montefeltro. You will then reach the fortified town of Urbino, nestled on a high sloping hillside. The city retains much of its picturesque medieval aspect, as well as its historical legacy and its Renaissance culture that flourished under the patronage of Federico II of Montefeltro, duke of Urbino from 1444 to 1482.
There, you will start your guided visit of the Ducal Palace that Federico II decided to build in the heart of the old town to welcome the best talents in art and literature of his time like Piero della Francesca, Leon Battista Alberti as well as Giovanni Santi, the father of Raffaello, and Raffaello himself. Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, better known simply as Raphael, is the most popular Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance. The very young Raffaello started to learn the first concepts of painting at the Ducal Palace.
The Palace houses the National Gallery of the Marche, one of the most important collections of Renaissance art in the world. The Palace also features a studiolo (cabinet for contemplation) and a twinned pair of chapels, one Christian and one pagan.
After visiting the Ducal Palace, you will follow your guide for a guided walking tour of the city. You will admire the facade of the Cathedral of Urbino, originally built by the bishop Beato Mainardo in 1062, and the native house of Raffaello located on the street of the same name.
Finally, you will re-board your coach for the one-and-a-half-hour drive back to your ship.
- This excursion involves 1.6 mile (2.5 km) of walking on streets with steps (an elevator is available from bus parking to city center and vice versa to reduce the walking distance). We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees should be covered).
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 90 €
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Loreto & its sacred sites
The city of Loreto, tucked inside the countryside of the Marches Region, owes its fame to the sanctuary (or Basilica) where the Santa Casa della Vergine Maria is preserved and venerated. It is a holy place defined by Pope John Paul II as “the true Marian heart of Christianity.”
After disembarking, you will board your coach for a scenic drive along the Conero Coast with a photo stop in Portonovo before reaching Loreto, following a one hour drive.
The sanctuary has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites for the Catholic faith for centuries. It has been visited by approximately two hundred saints and beatified persons, as well as by numerous Popes. According to ancient tradition, and today partially substantiated by historical and archaeological research, the Santa Casa is the house believed to be where the Virgin Mary was born, educated, and where she received the Annunciation. According to the legend, the three stone walls were brought to Italy by crusaders expelled from Palestine in 1291.
The sanctuary’s fame diffused rapidly throughout the world, and it became a privileged destination for millions of pilgrims. Some of the most prized works here are the marble panelling of the Santa Casa’s walls, realized on Bramante’s design from 1507. It is considered one of the greatest sculptural masterpieces from the Renaissance.
After your guided visit of the sanctuary, you will enjoy some free time to discover the city on your own. Loreto represents an authentic sacred art anthology that includes architectonic, sculptural, and painting master works by some of the most celebrated names in art history.
Finally, you will re-board your coach for the one hour drive back to your ship.
- This excursion involves 1,3 mile (2 km) of walking on flat grounds with steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 75 €
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Dozza, Drink & Stroll
Dozza offers a wealth of pleasant surprises. From the regal Rocca Sforzesca castle, to the striking modern murals, from the soothing landscapes to delicious wines, the village is a feast for the senses. From the pier, board your coach for a 1-hour drive to the medieval village of Dozza, located on a hilltop.
You will walk through the streets and admire the exterior of the houses decorated with paintings by Italian and foreign artists who come here every year to take part in Dozza’s International Mural Competition. The murals explore a whole range of designs and themes, from challenging social issues to fanciful flights of imagination. Begun in 1960, this project has grown into a biannual festival of modern art in September, in which important local and international artists gather in the town to publicly display their talents in mural painting and restoration.
Next, you will visit the fortress of Dozza, founded in the 13th century. A superb example of a fortified architecture of the Medieval and Renaissance period. Remains of the antique period can still be seen: the doorway, with a pointed arch, the tower with the dungeons, the suggestive areas of the ground floor, and the terrace from where you can take a breathtaking view of the town and the surrounding hills. The towers themselves are also accessible and deserve a visit. From their heights, you may observe the lovely hills capes surrounding Dozza. Here, the Apennine Mountains slope gently down into the fertile fields of Emilia Romagna.
Dozza has a rich tradition of oenology. Complete this tour by visiting the Emilia Romagna’s Regional Wine Cellar to taste the famous wines produced in this region accompanied by some typical delicacies. An expert sommelier will present the wine and food and explain their characteristics.
At the end of your visit, you will reboard your coach and drive back to Ravenna.
- This excursion involves 2.5 km (1.6 mi) of walking over uneven and cobblestones streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 110 €
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Le Lyrial
Le Lyrial, die 2015 als viertes Schiff der Sisterships-Serie in See stach, ist der Inbegriff dieser neuen Generation von Kreuzfahrtschiffen in menschlichem Maß Seine inneren und äußeren Linien mit ihrer Nüchternheit und Raffinesse, machen dieses Schiff zu einer außergewöhnlichen und innovativen Jacht.
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DetailsPortofino walking tour
Through the centuries, Portofino functioned primarily as a fishing village and, occasionally, as a small naval port. Today, it is a classy resort-village. Portofino's miniscule bay is neatly packed with pricey yachts, common boats and, as a vestige of its past, some fishing boats.
From the pier, you will meet your local guide and start your panoramic walking tour. If you don't bring your camera to Portofino, you will regret it. The town is striking with its brightly colored antique buildings hovering over sparkling blue water. And the surrounding luxuriant green hillsides of the Portofino Promontory are equally stunning.
Your walk heads up to the right as you face the harbour. You will enjoy a path through one of the largest concentrations of flora and fauna in the Mediterranean. For some fantastic views of the entire bay and the Tigullian Gulf, you will walk up the hill to the Church of San Giorgio. Perched high above the town, this church contains relics of St. George brought over by crusaders from the Holy Land. From here you will walk to another great lookout point at the Punto del Capo, the Portofino lighthouse.
Afterward, you will take the way back to the pier.
- This tour involves walking 2.5 miles (4 km) on flat and cobblestone ground and sloping floor. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Internal visits of the Church of San Giorgio and Portofino lighthouse are not included.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 40 €
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Lucca and Pisa
From the pier, board your coach to Lucca, 45-minute drive. Lucca is the most civilized of Tuscany's cities, a stately grid of Roman roads snug behind a mammoth belt of tree-topped battlements. It is home to Puccini and hosts an elegant landscape of churches and palaces, delicate facades, and Art Nouveau shop fronts on wide promenades.
You will first visit the highlights of Lucca with your local guide. The walls are what make Lucca, and they comprise a city park more than 2,5 miles (4 km) long but only about 59 feet (18 m) wide, filled with avenues of plane, chestnut, and ilex trees planted by Marie-Louise Bourbon in the 19th century.
Near the north end of Via Fillungo, you will admire a series of houses which were built during the Middle Ages into the remains of a 1st or 2nd century AD. Roman amphitheatre, which had been used for centuries as a quarry for raw materials to raise the city's churches and palaces. The outline of the stadium was still visible in the 1930s when Duke Ludovico asked local architect Lorenzo Nottolini to rearrange the space and bring out the ancient form better.
Then, you will discover Piazza San Michele, the centre of the town, crammed with cafés and shops and the church of San Michele in Foro, as beautiful as a 12th century Romanesque church. It boasts a Pisan-inspired façade of blind arches with lozenges and colonnaded arcades. It is smack in the centre of town - on top of the ancient Roman forum, in fact, hence the name. Finally, you will enjoy the outside view of the façade of Lucca's Duomo is an excellent and eye-catching example of the Pisan-Lucchese Romanesque school of architecture.
After enjoying a fine lunch at Cantine Bernardini 1586, you will get back to your coach and take the 30-minute drive to Pisa.
Since the beginning of tourism in Mediterranean region, Pisa has been known for just one thing – the Leaning Tower – a freakishly beautiful building whose impact no amount of prior knowledge can blunt. Yet it is just a single component of the city’s amazing religious core – the Campo dei Miracoli – where the Duomo, Baptistery and Camposanto complete an unrivalled quartet of medieval masterpieces. Here, you will enjoy a walking tour in the beautiful city with your local guide before getting back to your coach and join your ship.
- This tour involves approximately 3,7 miles (6 km) of walking on cobblestoned streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended when visiting religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). The walking tour in Pisa does not include internal visit of the monuments.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 135 €
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Discover Livorno
From the pier, you will meet your local guide and start your walking tour of Livorno.
Livorno sits on the westernmost edge of Tuscany, with its grand harbor opened onto the Ligurian Sea. The founding of this town was one of the most important cultural events of the Renaissance. Conceived by Buontalenti, the most important architect of the time, Livorno was a renowned city in the 16th century and became a model for many other urban areas of the world.
Firstly, you will walk in the heart of the town, and explore the quarter called “New Venice” for its labyrinth of tiny streets and canals crossed by bridges. Then, you will reach Piazza della Repubblica which is one of the largest squares in Livorno. On each side of the square, facing each other, two statues stand: the Lorraine grand dukes Ferdinand III and Leopold II, created respectively by Francesco Pozzi and Emilio Santarelli. The Cisternino also overlooks the square, a neoclassical style building built in the first half of the 19th century for the city's water supply. From here, you will admire the two beautiful fortresses of the town: Fortezza Vecchia (old fortress) and Fortezza Nuova (new fortress). The old fortress is the symbol of Livorno. While walking, you will learn more about the history and the architecture of Livorno.
Afterward, you will walk back to the pier with your guide.
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This tour involves walking 2,5 miles (4 km) on mostly flat ground. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 40 €
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Medieval Lucca
From the pier, board your coach to Lucca, 45-minute drive. Lucca is the most civilised of Tuscany's cities, a stately grid of Roman roads snug behind a mammoth belt of tree-topped battlements. It is home to Puccini and hosts an elegant landscape of churches and palaces, delicate facades, and Art Nouveau shop fronts on wide promenades.
Lucca is enclosed by massive red brick walls, which help to give the city its special character by shutting out traffic and the modern world. Within these walls, Lucca is a peaceful city of narrow lanes, preserving intact its ancient Roman street plan. The walls are what make Lucca, and they comprise a city park more than 2 ½ miles (4 km) long but only about 59 feet (18 m) wide, filled with avenues of plane, chestnut, and ilex trees planted by Marie-Louise Bourbon in the 19th century.
Then, you will discover Piazza San Michele, the centre of the town, crammed with cafés and shops and the church of San Michele in Foro, as beautiful as a 12th century Romanesque church. It boasts a Pisan-inspired façade of blind arches with lozenges and colonnaded arcades. It is smack in the centre of town - on top of the ancient Roman forum, in fact, hence the name. Finally, you will enjoy the outside view of the façade of Lucca's Duomo is an excellent and eye-catching example of the Pisan-Lucchese Romanesque school of architecture.
Next, you will head to the Piazza Anfiteatro, formerly the ancient Roman Amphitheatre. Today, it is enclosed by medieval houses that were built up against the walls of the amphitheatre. Its perfectly preserved shape reminds us that Lucca was founded by the Romans in 180 B.C. The outline of the stadium was still visible in the 1930s when Duke Ludovico asked local architect Lorenzo Nottolini to rearrange the space.
From here, you will continue to the Church of San Frediano (outside visit), which is adorned with a striking façade and a 13th-century mosaic. The guided portion of your visit concludes at Via Fillungo, Lucca’s principal shopping street, which winds its way through the heart of the city towards the Roman Amphitheatre.
Following your walking tour, some free time is made available for exploring the area on your own and browsing the shops at your leisure before re-boarding your coach for the return drive to the port.
- This tour involves approximately 3 miles (5 km) of walking on cobblestoned streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 70 €
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Panoramic Argentario and Porto Ercole
From the pier, you will meet your local guide and board your coach for the 40-minute panoramic drive to Porto Ercole. Here, you will start your walking tour of Porto Ercole, a lovely seaside resort located on the Argentario promontory.
The first inhabitants of Porto Ercole were fishermen and still today, walking along the small port, one encounters old sea wolves intent on repairing fishing nets. You will cross the Pisan door and take a walk in the heart of the village among alleys, squares overlooking the sea and stairways that will lead you to the church and then to the Rocca. You will walk along the promenade, where bars and restaurants with terraces overlooking the sea alternate with shops created from what once were fishermen's warehouses. You can still observe the construction sites dedicated to the repair work on the boats, and the landing of fish from the returning fishing boats.
In addition to the natural beauty, you will have the opportunity to admire the charm of the imposing Spanish fortresses that were built in the 16th century: Forte Filippo, the Rocca and Forte Stella.
On the way back to the port of Porto Santo Stefano, you will take a short detour to the convent of the Passionist Fathers, at the summit of Monte Argentario. At an altitude of 273 meters you will enjoy the splendid panorama that can be admired from the square. The convent, surrounded by generous vegetation, was built in the late 1700s at the behest of St. Paul of the Cross. The Passionist Fathers promote the memory of Christ's Passion, live in community and lead a life of study, prayer and missionary activity.
- This tour involves walking approximately 2.5 km, sometimes uphill and downhill, with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The inside visit of the convent is not included. Order of sights may vary.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 45 €
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Wine tasting and panoramic drive
From the pier, you will board your coach and take the 30-minute drive to La Parrina Estate.
Tenuta la Parrina is one of the oldest historic farms that lies between the low hills of the Tuscan Maremma in a spectacular landscape with olive trees, vineyards and fields of golden grain. The estate is spread on an area of about 200 hectares, 60 of which are destined to vineyards, 40 to fruit production, 20 to the horticultural, 22 to the olive plants, and the remaining are divided between arable land and growing nurseries.
Upon arrival, you will enjoy a guided visit of the estate, followed by wine tasting accompanied by local products. You will have the opportunity to see how to make a wine, starting with the grape harvest, through the vinification and aging and ending with bottling. La Parrina DOC wines are produced in the basement of the estate since 1971. The cellar is certainly a tribute to the land, because it is the instrument with which they produce quality wines, but it is also the physical location in which they give the opportunity to their guests to come into direct contact with the production philosophy.
After your visit, you will board your coach for a 1-hour panoramic drive to the Argentario promontory, ending in Porto Santo Stefano, a very charming village. While comfortably sitted on your bus you will learn some history facts and admire the rich landscapes, that make this territory even more fascinating.
You will finally be back to your ship.
- The tour involves walking on flat and gravel ground during the visit of the estate. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Walking distance is at guest’s discretion.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 80 €
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The Tarot Garden and panoramic drive
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your 45-minute drive to The Tarot Garden, in Southern Tuscany.
You will visit this unique garden, which was built by the internationally famous French-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle in the second half of the last century and displays some huge and beautiful sculptures which depict the 22 Major Arcana of the Tarots cards.
The garden was the result of the wish to express Niki's idea of a “small Eden where man and nature meet each other”. She took inspiration from the beautiful Park Güell by Antoni Gaudì in Barcelona, Spain. She created and personally built great statues for the garden and worked at this colossal work for over 17 years, collaborating with many important contemporary artists, including Jean Tinguely her husband.
The sculptures represent the artist's personal view of the symbolic and esoteric Tarots cards, one of her passions. The Empress is probably the most representative sculpture: portrayed as a large woman-sphinx. This artistic house was also where Niki lived while working in the garden.
After your visit, you will board your coach for a 45-minute panoramic drive to the Argentario promontory, ending in Porto Santo Stefano, a very charming village. While comfortably sitted on your bus you will learn some history facts and admire the rich landscapes, that make this territory even more fascinating.
Then, you will get back to your coach and drive back to your ship.
- This excursion involves a walking distance of approximately 1.3 miles (2 km), on uneven paths in the garden. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 75 €
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Amalfi & the Emerald Grotto
From the pier, you will board a motor launch to reach the astonishing and colourful Grotta dello Smeraldo (the Emerald grotto) not far from the Amalfi centre. Enjoy the beauty of the Amalfi coast by cruising to the grotto and once there, on board local boats, experience the emotion of such a suggestive natural spot with its shining emerald green shades.
Discovered in 1932, explorers found a unique cave formation stretching 30 metres (100 feet) high by 60 metres (200 feet) wide, hidden along the coastline. The most fascinating aspect of this cave is the underwater entrance 12 metres (30 feet) deep that allows the sunlight to enter the cave, creating a luminescent Emerald Glow.
At the end of the visit, your launch will drive you back to Amalfi to drop you off in the main square where you will visit the impressive Cathedral of the town and spend some time to browse around and taste local specialities like the Limoncello Liquor.
- Operation of tour is subject to the weather conditions of the day. Participants must be able to embark and disembark the local boats and negotiate 60 steps to visit the cathedral. Proper attire is recommended to visit the inside of the Cathedral (shoulders and knees covered). No explanation inside the Cathedral when holy service is performed. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. This tour is limited to 100 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 40 €
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Positano by boat & Amalfi
From the pier, board your motor-launch for a scenic cruise to Positano, the prettiest town along the coast where white Moorish style houses cling to the slopes around a small sparkling bay. In 1953 when writer John Steinbeck lived here, the town was a forgotten fishing village, loved by artists. It became a retreat for the wealthy and is now a popular resort area. Enjoy some free time to explore Positano and its quaint boutiques that sell the casual, locally made cotton clothing the town is noted for.
At the end of the visit, you will re-board your boat for a ride to the enchanting village of Amalfi, which has a Spanish flavour, its white houses sitting on the rocks facing a bright blue bay. Flanked by an old Saracen tower and a 12th-century Capuchin monastery, Amalfi boasts a cathedral dating from the 11th century that is covered with geometrical designs in coloured stones. Your guide then will take you to view St. Andrew’s Cathedral and will offer an introduction to the town so that you make the best use of some free time to explore on your own.
- Operation of tour is subject to the weather conditions of the day. Participants must be able to embark and disembark the local boats and negotiate 60 steps to visit the cathedral. Proper attire is recommended to visit the inside of the Cathedral (shoulders and knees covered). No explanation inside the Cathedral when holy service is performed. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 60 €
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Ravello
From Amalfi harbour, you will reach Ravello by coach after a 40-minute drive following the narrow main road which stretches along the side of rocky cliffs, overlooking the sea. Every twist and turn of the road offer new and breathtaking views on the world famous Sorrentine peninsula. You will see the rocks rising out of the sea like strange mythological creatures and the small boats in sheltered sandy coves that look like brightly coloured toys from up above.
Ravello is a small city of ancient origins which faces a range of hills overlooking the clear blue sea of the gulf of Salerno. The beauties of this area have inspired poets, painters and musicians during its millennia-old history.
On arrival you will be visiting Villa Rufolo where Wagner stayed. The magical beauties of its gardens and the architecture of the cloisters inspired him for “the Garden of Klingsor”. You will also admire the numerous arches and antique towers as well as the Cathedral, outside visit only.
You will finally drive back to Amalfi, where you will enjoy a soft drink or an ice cream at a local bar.
- Please note that this excursion involves one hour of walking over rough and uneven grounds. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water from the ship. We also recommend you protect yourself from the sun. This tour is limited to 60 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 65 €
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Mount Etna & winery visit and tasting
From the pier, you will board you coach for a drive up the winding roads that work their way along the slopes of Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe.
Your tour begins with a drive through the small town of Naxos, which was found by Greek colonisers in the 8th century B.C., and then pass the town of Giarre and the villages of Santa Venerina and Zafferana en route. Your destination on Mt. Etna is the Crateri Silvestri area, which features a collection of inactive craters that originated during the massive eruption of 1892. From here, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Catania and vineyards.
After taking time to appreciate the power of this site, continue to the Benanti Winery, Monte Serra Estate, where you will join vintners for a visit of the vineyards and the historic oak barrel room.
After the visit, you will enjoy a typical Sicilian lunch and sample several of the winery’s finest vintages. It's a delightful experience that will leave you with an even greater understanding and appreciation of Sicilian flavours.
Finally, you will board your coach for the return drive to your ship.
- Tour includes about 0,8 km (0.5 mile) of walking along uneven and sometimes slippery terrain at Mt. Etna; some walking and steps at the winery. Altitude at Mt. Etna is about 6500 ft. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and use sunscreen/hats for protection from the sun. We also recommend you bring a sweater or windproof jacket for this excursion.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 170 €
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Ascent of Mount Etna
Leave the landing pier by coach for the drive to Rifugio Sapienza, about 6,000 ft above sea level, on Mount Etna.
Mt. Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano, the slopes soar up to over 9,800 ft and the flanks are covered with scores of cones and craters. From there you will be able to gaze out across the Catania Gulf and view the woods, orchids and vineyards from the vantage point. But, of course, the major attractions are the crater and the remnants of the awe-inspiring streams of lava.
From there and with the assistance of a professional alpine guide, you will continue by cable car to 7,500 ft and then by special 4x4 minibuses to reach the basis of the main crater at about 8,800 ft above sea level. Up there and still accompanied with your guide, you will be able to go nearer to see last lava flows.
- Since this excursion involves walking at high altitude (9,800 ft – 2 900 m), participants should be in excellent physical condition. Bring a sweater or a jacket as it can be very chilly and windy, and wear sturdy walking shoes. A supplement of €10 per person will be applied if less than 10 persons want to realize the tour. This tour is conducted by an English-speaking photographer-guide. This tour is limited to 80 participants.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 150 €
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Taormina & Greek Theatre
From the pier, you will be transferred by coach to the ancient Greek town of Taormina, a 30-minute drive.
Called Tauromenium in ancient times, Taormina clings to the side of Mount Tauro and offers superb views, splashed with the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and oleanders, of the Mediterranean Sea, Isola Bella and a snow-capped Etna in the background.
A maze of narrow streets, stairs and tiny squares, Taormina has attracted many civilisations over the centuries. It is home to theatres and a gymnasium from the Greek period, an Odeon and baths from Roman times, buildings blending Arab and Norman cultures, traces of Byzantine, and villas belonging to European aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries.
You will start your excursion with a visit on foot to the historic centre. You will cross the famous Corso Umberto to discover numerous monuments from several eras, and admire Porta Catania, the Cathedral, Piazza IX Aprile and Palazzo Corvaja.
You will then arrive at Teatro Antico, a theatre built by the Greeks in the 3rd century BC, and almost completely rebuilt by the Romans who created a gladiatorial arena. The theatre is the second largest in Sicily after the one in Syracuse. Due to its size and acoustic quality the theatre is still used to host festivals and concerts. Seated on the stone terraces, the audience can enjoy the concert while admiring a breath-taking panoramic view of the sea, Mount Tauro and Etna.
- As this excursion involves a walk of around 1.5 miles (2 km) on rough terrain with several stairways, we advise you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate clothing is required when visiting religious monuments, with knees and shoulders covered.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 70 €
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Aci Trezza & Rodolico shipyard
From the pier, you will board your coach and start your excursion with a 45-minutes drive through the small town of Naxos, founded by Greek colonisers in the 8th century B.C.- towards Aci Trezza (a small fishing village in the province of Catania) where the Rodolico’s shipwrights ancient yard is located.
The shipwrights have been shaping the wood for thousands of years, giving life to constructions that still sail our waters today. A real art which combines the skills of a designer, naval engineer, carpenter, but also an artist.
The Shipyard of Rodolico family has been operating in Aci Trezza for five generations, holder of this ancient, noble and precious profession which has almost disappeared but full of history, folklore and traditions to be remembered and preserved. The Shipyard was born at the end of 19th century when the Rodolicos began to build rowing and sailing boats for customers in Catania.
In 2014 the family, has been declared, by the Regional Department of Cultural Heritage and Sicilian Identity, intangible heritage of humanity of the Sicily Region. Their "trezzote wooden boats" have been entered in the Register of Intangible Heritage, Book of Trades, of Knowledge and Techniques, of the locality of Aci Trezza.
After the visit of the shipyard, you will reboard the coach and drive back to your ship.
- This tour involves very few walking distance but some steps at the shipyard. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. This visit is limited to 15 participants. Being an immersive tour, relying on a single artisan availability, please note that in case of force majeure, the tour might be cancelled without prior notice.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 150 €
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Lecce - Florence of southern Italy
The city of Lecce has earned itself various epithets thanks to its beauty and its historical and architectural treasures: in fact, it is usually referred to as “the Florence of Southern Italy” or “open-air museum” for the abundance of churches and noble palaces, made more elegant and refined by the unique and sumptuous decorations realized with the “leccese stone”, a particular stone whose colour gets the same nuance as honey under the rays of the sun.
Set in the very heart of the Salento region, called “the Heel of Italy’s boot”, Lecce dates back to Roman times: in fact, you can still admire in Piazza St. Oronzo the Roman Amphitheatre (from outside) which dates back to the second century A.D. and could hold up to 20,000 spectators. In it gladiators used to face and fight against wild animals.
From Otranto, board your coach for the one-hour drive to Lecce where your walking tour of the old town will start. Walk the centre of town with your guide to discover a remarkable architectural style known as the “Barocco Leccese”. From the 16th to the 18th century, Lecce knew a period of great splendour during which it was embellished with Rococo’ and Baroque Monuments. The local finely grained limestone was particularly easy to work, making easy the creation of a very decorative style, with delicate details, which you will recognize immediately.
During the tour you will visit Santa Croce Basilica (only outside visit), which is sumptuously decorated, without being overbearing: close to it you can admire the impressive façade of the Governor’s Palace (the former monastery of the Celestine monks). Your tour cannot end without a visit of what is considered one of the finest squares in Southern Italy: Piazza Duomo, where the Cathedral as well as the Archbishop’s Palace are located. Following your visits, you will enjoy a nice local break tasting Apulian wine and local delicacies.
Some free time will allow you to wander at leisure for shopping before returning to Otranto and your ship.
- This tour involves approximately 1.3 miles (2 km) of walking, mainly over uneven and cobblestone streets. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. The inside visit of the Basilica is not permitted on Sundays due to religious services. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered). Tasting is included in your tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 90 €
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Boat tour along the Apulian coast
From the pier, board your coach for the 45-minute drive to the port of Castro Marina, a nice village located on the very heel of Italy's boot, from where you will embark on a local boat for your 2-hour scenic cruise along the Apulian coastline.
You will see the most important and well-known caves located along this part of the Italian coast between Castro Marina and Santa Cesarea named Azzurra, Palombara, Zinzulusa, Romanelli, Streghe and Solfatara.
You will have the opportunity to visit two of the caves by boat, the Azzurra Cave, with its extraordinary plays of lights and the Zinzulusa Cave, with its impressive entrance, full of history and legends. Sea conditions permitting, two stops are foreseen for a relaxing swim.
Following a refreshment and local snacks onboard the boat, it will be time to return to reboard your coach for the transfer back to the pier and your ship.
- You must negotiate an inclined path from the bus parking to the boat embarkation point and negotiate some steps in and out the boat. Summer in Apulia is extremely hot, we recommend you protect yourself from the sun. If you intend to swim, we recommend you wear your swimsuit under your clothes and have non-slippery closed bathing shoes (you can also bring snorkeling gear from the ship). There is a ladder to get in/out of the water for swimming. There is no toilet on board the boat. A comfort stop can be made at the local bar in Castro Marina before or after the boat tour (a coffee or drink is appreciated by the bar staff at your expenses). A minimum of 20 participants is required to confirm this tour.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 120 €
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The Renaissance city of Urbino
This excursion will take you to the heart of Marche region where the old city of Urbino is located.; Urbino is one of the most renowned towns in Italy, notable for its renaissance architecture, history and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage since 1998.
After disembarking, you will board your coach for a one-and-a-half-hour scenic drive through the hilly landscape of Montefeltro. You will then reach the fortified town of Urbino, nestled on a high sloping hillside. The city retains much of its picturesque medieval aspect, as well as its historical legacy and its Renaissance culture that flourished under the patronage of Federico II of Montefeltro, duke of Urbino from 1444 to 1482.
There, you will start your guided visit of the Ducal Palace that Federico II decided to build in the heart of the old town to welcome the best talents in art and literature of his time like Piero della Francesca, Leon Battista Alberti as well as Giovanni Santi, the father of Raffaello, and Raffaello himself. Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, better known simply as Raphael, is the most popular Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance. The very young Raffaello started to learn the first concepts of painting at the Ducal Palace.
The Palace houses the National Gallery of the Marche, one of the most important collections of Renaissance art in the world. The Palace also features a studiolo (cabinet for contemplation) and a twinned pair of chapels, one Christian and one pagan.
After visiting the Ducal Palace, you will follow your guide for a guided walking tour of the city. You will admire the facade of the Cathedral of Urbino, originally built by the bishop Beato Mainardo in 1062, and the native house of Raffaello located on the street of the same name.
Finally, you will re-board your coach for the one-and-a-half-hour drive back to your ship.
- This excursion involves 1.6 mile (2.5 km) of walking on streets with steps (an elevator is available from bus parking to city center and vice versa to reduce the walking distance). We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees should be covered).
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 90 €
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Loreto & its sacred sites
The city of Loreto, tucked inside the countryside of the Marches Region, owes its fame to the sanctuary (or Basilica) where the Santa Casa della Vergine Maria is preserved and venerated. It is a holy place defined by Pope John Paul II as “the true Marian heart of Christianity.”
After disembarking, you will board your coach for a scenic drive along the Conero Coast with a photo stop in Portonovo before reaching Loreto, following a one hour drive.
The sanctuary has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites for the Catholic faith for centuries. It has been visited by approximately two hundred saints and beatified persons, as well as by numerous Popes. According to ancient tradition, and today partially substantiated by historical and archaeological research, the Santa Casa is the house believed to be where the Virgin Mary was born, educated, and where she received the Annunciation. According to the legend, the three stone walls were brought to Italy by crusaders expelled from Palestine in 1291.
The sanctuary’s fame diffused rapidly throughout the world, and it became a privileged destination for millions of pilgrims. Some of the most prized works here are the marble panelling of the Santa Casa’s walls, realized on Bramante’s design from 1507. It is considered one of the greatest sculptural masterpieces from the Renaissance.
After your guided visit of the sanctuary, you will enjoy some free time to discover the city on your own. Loreto represents an authentic sacred art anthology that includes architectonic, sculptural, and painting master works by some of the most celebrated names in art history.
Finally, you will re-board your coach for the one hour drive back to your ship.
- This excursion involves 1,3 mile (2 km) of walking on flat grounds with steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. Appropriate dress is recommended to enter religious sites (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 75 €
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Dozza, Drink & Stroll
Dozza offers a wealth of pleasant surprises. From the regal Rocca Sforzesca castle, to the striking modern murals, from the soothing landscapes to delicious wines, the village is a feast for the senses. From the pier, board your coach for a 1-hour drive to the medieval village of Dozza, located on a hilltop.
You will walk through the streets and admire the exterior of the houses decorated with paintings by Italian and foreign artists who come here every year to take part in Dozza’s International Mural Competition. The murals explore a whole range of designs and themes, from challenging social issues to fanciful flights of imagination. Begun in 1960, this project has grown into a biannual festival of modern art in September, in which important local and international artists gather in the town to publicly display their talents in mural painting and restoration.
Next, you will visit the fortress of Dozza, founded in the 13th century. A superb example of a fortified architecture of the Medieval and Renaissance period. Remains of the antique period can still be seen: the doorway, with a pointed arch, the tower with the dungeons, the suggestive areas of the ground floor, and the terrace from where you can take a breathtaking view of the town and the surrounding hills. The towers themselves are also accessible and deserve a visit. From their heights, you may observe the lovely hills capes surrounding Dozza. Here, the Apennine Mountains slope gently down into the fertile fields of Emilia Romagna.
Dozza has a rich tradition of oenology. Complete this tour by visiting the Emilia Romagna’s Regional Wine Cellar to taste the famous wines produced in this region accompanied by some typical delicacies. An expert sommelier will present the wine and food and explain their characteristics.
At the end of your visit, you will reboard your coach and drive back to Ravenna.
- This excursion involves 2.5 km (1.6 mi) of walking over uneven and cobblestones streets with some steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 110 €
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DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Venice
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative. You will be taken by coach to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
- Transfers by coach.
- Services of a local English-speaking assistant.
Your programme does not include:
- Personal expenses.
- Other services not mentioned in the programme.
- Tips for the driver and local guide.
To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel advisor; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 50 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.
FLIGHT TO PARIS + DIRECT DIRECT TRANSFER FROM PORT TO VENICE AIRPORT (POST)
Gesamtpreis inkl. Steuern- und Gebühren : 190 €
Preis pro Person auf Basis einer Doppelkabine. Dieser Preis gilt vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit.