Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome to Civitavecchia
You'll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht in Civitavecchia, Rome's main seaport, and get settled before departure at 6 PM. Make sure you arrive in Rome by 1 PM so you have time to check in and get comfortable before the ship leaves.
- Day 2
Calvi
The ship pulls into Calvi on Corsica's northern coast. This town has a great crescent-shaped beach and hosts summer music festivals throughout the year. Locals claim it as Christopher Columbus's birthplace, and the cultural scene here is really the heart of what makes Corsica special.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Discover old Corsica and its villages - visit Sant'Antonino ancient circular village, Pigna hilltop village in the Balagne region, and historic villages of Corbara and Aregno (extra expense, must be pre-booked, strenuous, 4 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Calvi Beach Sant'Antonino Pigna - Day 3
Livorno
You'll dock in Livorno on Tuscany's western coast where Mediterranean views and fresh seafood take center stage. Try the local fish stew called cacciucco if you get the chance. Several optional excursions are on offer if you want to explore the region beyond the port.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Florence - visit the Duomo with Brunelleschi's dome, walk across the Ponte Vecchio lined with jewelers, explore Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce square (extra expense, moderate activity, 8.5 hours)
- San Gimignano and wine tasting - explore UNESCO World Heritage medieval hilltown, wine tasting, and traditional Tuscan lunch (extra expense, moderate activity, 8 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Duomo of Florence Ponte Vecchio Piazza della Signoria Santa Croce San Gimignano - Day 4
Marina di Carrara
Marina di Carrara is a seaside village where pale Italian marble from nearby mountains has been quarried for centuries. Michelangelo sourced marble from these same mountains for his sculptures. You can join optional excursions or catch onboard entertainment depending on what appeals to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Soprano Serenade - performance by opera singer Luisa Kurtz and pianist Carlos Morejano featuring Italian opera arias, traditional art songs, and classics (1 hour)
Optional Activities
- Medieval Lucca by bike - e-bike guided tour of town center including statue of Giacomo Puccini, Piazza San Michele, San Michele Church, ancient Roman forum, Piazza Anfiteatro, and Torre Guinigi with leisure time to explore (extra expense, easy activity, 4.5 hours)
- 4x4 Adventure: The famous Carrara Marble Quarries - scenic drive through villages, exploration of marble extraction process and work of local marble workers, lunch featuring Lardo di Colonnata croutons and local delicacies with IGP certification (extra expense, easy activity, 3.5 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Carrara Marble Quarries Lucca Piazza San Michele San Michele Church Torre Guinigi - Day 5
Porto Venere
The ship sails early to Porto Venere, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Ligurian coast that's long attracted poets and artists. The gothic Church of St. Peter sits on a rocky headland with sea views, and a walking tour is included. Boat excursions are available if you want to see more.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Porto Venere - explore the medieval village celebrated as a 'panoramic miracle', visit the Roman gateway, stroll along Carugio Capellini, discover Byron's grotto, San Lorenzo Church with its artwork including the Madonna Bianca painting (moderate activity, 2 hours)
Optional Activities
- Cinque Terre by private boat - depart from Porto Venere, visit Monterosso with guided tour and pesto bruschetta with local wine, visit Vernazzo fishing village with leisure time (extra expense, moderate activity, 4.5 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Porto Venere Church of St. Peter Byron's Grotto San Lorenzo Church Monterosso Vernazzo - Day 6
Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino
Start in Santa Margherita Ligure, an elegant Italian resort with panoramic coastal views, then sail later to Portofino. The Ligurian coastline offers charming architecture and fresh seafood restaurants. A lighthouse walk is included, and you can book optional excursions if something catches your interest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Portofino lighthouse & Brown Castle Walk - walk through stunning landscapes and historic sites, explore the 16th century Brown Castle with ancient walls, visit San Giorgio Church and its beautiful frescoes, head to the lighthouse (strenuous activity, 2 hours)
Optional Activities
- Downhill hike to Portofino - meet guide at Santa Margherita pier, travel to Nozarego, hike through Mediterranean flora, vineyards and olive groves, enjoy picnic with local focaccia and wine, guided tour of Portofino upon arrival (extra expense, strenuous activity, 4 hours)
- Culinary experience in Rapallo - guided market tour with local chef Guido, learn about Ligurian cuisine ingredients, prepare traditional pesto alla Genovese and pandolce festive cake, toast achievements with sweet Moscato from Portofino (extra expense, moderate activity, 4.75 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Santa Margherita Ligure Portofino Portofino Lighthouse Brown Castle San Giorgio Church Rapallo - Day 7
Monaco
You arrive in Monaco, the sovereign city-state known for its high-end casinos, the Grand Prix motor racing, and the upscale Monte Carlo quarter. There are museums and cultural venues to check out, or you can take optional excursions to nearby villages along the Côte d'Azur.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Eze & Cap Ferrat - visit the enchanting medieval village of Eze positioned 1,401 feet above sea level with restored homes housing boutiques and artists' studios, journey to Saint Jean Cap Ferrat where rugged cliffs meet the sea with luxurious villas, visit the celebrated 'Ile de France' museum housed in the stunning villa of Baroness Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild (extra expense, strenuous activity, 5 hours)
- Saint-Paul de Vence & Grasse - guided tour of a perfume factory in Grasse learning about the distillation process from flowers, journey through Gorges du Loup canyon to medieval village of Saint-Paul de Vence renowned for artistic heritage and stunning views (extra expense, strenuous activity, 8.5 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Monaco Monte Carlo Eze Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Ile de France Museum Grasse Saint-Paul de Vence Gorges du Loup - Day 8
Cannes
Your yacht cruise wraps up in Cannes where you'll be transferred to Nice airport for your return flight or to continue elsewhere. Arrange a flight departing after noon so you have enough time to disembark and get to the airport without rushing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Cannes
