Fall in love with Italy’s Amalfi Coast on a cruise through Sorrento, Capri and Procida
Imagine carefree days sailing from one stunning island to the next through the glistening Mediterranean. This awesome voyage along the spectacular Amalfi coast gives you the lot – gorgeous beaches, ancient ruins, beautiful landscapes, picturesque villages, sumptuous fresh seafood and chilled out waterfronts. The perfect escape to taste some of the best this region has to offer.
Why you’ll love this trip
- Get away from the bustle of mainstream tourism in the pastel bay of Procida. This is a great way to start your trip, as this place exudes relaxation
- Fresh honey, olives, rabbit stew, snails and sea urchin – these are just some of the local delicacies offered within Ischia
- Buried in ashes, visit the Roman city of Pompeii or peak inside the steaming crater of the volcano that once destroyed it
- Explore the serene countryside of the Amalfi Coast, passing through flourishing vineyards and olive groves
- Spend your nights aboard a yacht, with the soothing sounds of waves nursing you to sleep. There will also be a great communal sea-spirit among your travel group
- Row into the glowing caves of Capri’s Grotta Azzura and swim in the clear waters nearby
Itinerary
Welcome to Procida, Italy, a tiny island off the coast of Naples. Your adventure begins today with a group meeting at 3 pm. We’ll be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so ensure you bring these details to provide to your leader. The first port of call is then the local supermarket to buy supplies for your trip as a group. If you have any special dietary requirements, please make sure you notify us at the time of booking so we can accommodate your requests.
If you have time in the morning, explore the Mediterranean city of Procida. Perhaps see the walled medieval town of Terra Murata or the charming port of Corricella. Head to the boat for a gentle introduction to life on-board and sail the short distance west to the largest of the Phlegraean Islands, Ischia. In contrast to Procida, it’s the largest island in the Bay of Naples. Disembark and perhaps shake off the sea legs by exploring the famous Castello Aragonese – built in the 1400s, this impressive fortress sits suspended above the sea on a volcanic rock connected to Ischia.
***The beauty of sailing is that each day is unique and, while we have a destination to reach, if the weather changes or something takes the group’s fancy, we are flexible on the day’s itinerary***
Day 2: Ischia – Sorrento
Day 3: Sorrento – Pompeii
Special Information
SAFETY:
Although it’s not an overly strenuous walk, if you have any health issues you may want to run this past your doctor before leaving home. At 1200 metres, it will be a lot colder than sea level so you’ll need to bring a fleece, rain coat, hat, sunscreen, good walking shoes and lots of water with you. The return trip should take approximately three hours.
MT VESUVIUS:
The cost of your entry ticket to Mt Vesuvius will include the services of a volcanology guide and, if you’re lucky enough to visit on a clear day, you’ll have incredible views over the Bay of Naples and into the crater. Although Mt Vesuvius is still considered to be an active volcano, the last eruption was in 1944 and there’s no sign of lava. If you plan to visit many archaeological sites while in the Amalfi region, you should consider purchasing a Campania Arte card annual pass. For details please refer to www.campaniartecard.it/en
Day 4: Sorrento – Amalfi
Day 5: Amalfi – Capri
Day 6: Procida
Day 7: Procida
Images courtesy of Intrepid Group
INT – ZSRAC