Itinerary
- Day 1
Venice
You'll start your Italian adventure in Venice. After checking in to your two-night hotel stay, take time to settle in and get oriented. The city's grand palazzos and marble churches surround you, so there's plenty to see just walking around your neighborhood. This is a good day to grab lunch somewhere local and maybe wander the streets before dinner.
- Day 2
Venice
Today you're on the water. A gondola ride takes you along the canals and under the famous Ponte dei Sospiri, with views of the Grand Canal and its colorful buildings. In the afternoon you'll choose between two options: either a guided tour through Dorsoduro and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, or walking around the Doge's Palace, Basilica of San Marco, and Rialto Market. Either way, you'll cover ground and see some of Venice's most important sites.
Included Activities
- Gondola ride along canals and under Ponte dei Sospiri
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Dorsoduro district and Peggy Guggenheim Collection
- Walking tour of Venice including Doge's Palace, Basilica of San Marco, and Rialto Market with wine and cicchetti tasting
Landmarks Ponte dei Sospiri Grand Canal Doge's Palace Basilica of San Marco Rialto Market Peggy Guggenheim Collection Dorsoduro - Day 3
Venice to Rapallo
You'll head inland to Modena, a region known for its food. Visit a traditional balsamic vinegar producer where you'll taste their product and have a light lunch. After that, you travel to Rapallo on the Italian Riviera for your next two-night stay. The drive gives you time to see the landscape change from city to coast.
- Meals
- Lunch (Light lunch at traditional balsamic vinegar producer)
Included Activities
- Visit to traditional balsamic vinegar producer with tasting and light lunch
Landmarks Modena Cathedral - Day 4
Rapallo
Spend the full day exploring Cinque Terre, five villages built on cliffs and accessible mainly by walking paths and trains. The villages are Monterosso al Mare, Vernazzo, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, all from around the 11th century. You can hike between them, take the train, or use boats. The narrow streets and seaside settings make each one worth time to walk through and photograph.
Optional Activities
- Full day exploration of Cinque Terre villages accessible by walking paths, train or boat
Landmarks Monterosso al Mare Vernazzo Corniglia Manarola Riomaggiore - Day 5
Rapallo to Florence
Start in Portofino, a fishing village with brightly colored buildings right on the water. You'll take a scenic cruise around the bay. Then head to Pisa for a guided tour focusing on the famous leaning tower that's 58 meters high. After that, you'll drive to Florence where you're staying for two nights, arriving by evening with time to settle in and find dinner.
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise around Portofino bay
- Guided tour of Pisa and the Leaning Tower
Landmarks Portofino Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 6
Florence and Siena
Your day in Florence starts with a walking tour to see Michelangelo's David at the Academy of Fine Arts, then other important Renaissance sites. In the afternoon, you travel to Siena for a guided tour through its medieval streets and alleyways. You'll see Piazza del Campo, one of Europe's best medieval squares. There's an optional visit to a Tuscan farmhouse where you can learn about local wine and oil production, ending with dinner featuring regional dishes.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Florence with visit to Academy of Fine Arts for Michelangelo's David
- Guided tour of Siena including Piazza del Campo
Optional Activities
- Visit to Tuscan farmhouse with local wine and oil production techniques demonstration, and rustic dinner featuring region's wine and produce
Landmarks Academy of Fine Arts Piazza del Campo - Day 7
Rome
You arrive in Rome for a two-night stay. An expert local guide walks you through the historic center, hitting the Spanish Steps, Navona Square, and Trevi Fountain, which was built where an ancient Roman water source once stood. You'll get oriented to the city's layout and main landmarks before heading back to rest.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Rome historic centre including Spanish Steps, Navona Square, and Trevi Fountain
Landmarks Spanish Steps Navona Square Trevi Fountain 
- Day 8
Rome
This day is packed with Rome's most significant sites. You'll tour Vatican City starting with the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, then St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square. After that, you see the Roman Forum with its ancient temples and public spaces, and the Colosseum, built between 70 and 72 AD for gladiatorial games. This evening ends with a private farewell dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Private farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Visit to Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with St. Peter's Square
- Visit to Roman Forum
- Visit to Colosseum
- Private farewell dinner
Landmarks Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel St. Peter's Basilica St. Peter's Square Roman Forum Colosseum - Day 9
Rome to Ponza
After breakfast you travel from Rome to Civitavecchia, an ancient port with roots going back to the 2nd century. There you board the Discovery Yacht Scenic Eclipse for your Mediterranean voyage. The crew greets you and you'll raise a glass of champagne with other guests on the Observation Deck as the ship sets sail toward Ponza.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boarding of Discovery Yacht Scenic Eclipse
- Welcome champagne reception on Observation Deck
Landmarks Civitavecchia - Day 10
Ponza to Capri
You'll explore Ponza's historic center with its narrow streets and colorful buildings. The island is known for fresh seafood. After an active morning of exploring, you can relax or optionally visit the captain and crew to learn about the yacht's technology. By evening, you'll sail to Capri.
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Ponza's historic centre
- Visit to Captain and crew to learn about Discovery Yacht technology
- Access to open bridge policy
Landmarks Ponza 
- Day 11
Capri
Capri has been attracting royals and celebrities for over 2000 years, and you'll see why. Walk through the Piazzetta and enjoy the melodious clock tower chiming. The waters around the island are incredibly blue, crashing against dramatic cliffs. Try the famous flourless chocolate cake or a fresh caprese salad while exploring this charming island.
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Capri and Piazzetta
- Tasting of local flourless chocolate cake or caprese salad
Landmarks Piazzetta - Day 12
Aeolian Islands
The yacht sails into the Aeolian Islands, seven volcanic islands off Sicily's north coast with history going back 5000 years. You'll see huge rock formations rising from the water. Lipari, the largest island, has pebbled beaches, hiking trails, and a historic harbor with pastel-colored houses. A castle overlooks the seafront and windswept highlands surround the town.
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Aeolian Islands
- Visit to Lipari with beaches, hiking trails, and historic harbour
Landmarks Lipari - Day 13
Corfu
Today is for relaxing after days of active exploration. You can ask your butler to bring morning coffee and spend the day at the Azure Bar and Cafe connecting with other guests. Later in the day the yacht reaches Corfu, where you can unwind in one of the cabanas on Deck 10 with sea views and binoculars provided.
Optional Activities
- Relaxation day with access to Azure Bar & Café
- Use of cabanas on Deck 10 with panoramic sea views
- Day 14
Corfu
Corfu is a Greek island with whitewashed houses and olive trees surrounding turquoise waters. The Old Town, a World Heritage site, shows Renaissance and Baroque architecture. You'll explore quiet fishing villages and relax on beaches and coves. The Spianada is the largest square in Greece and worth walking through to get a feel for local life.
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Corfu Old Town
- Visit to fishing villages
- Beach and cove relaxation
- Stroll through Spianada
Landmarks Spianada - Day 15
Split
Optional spa treatments and wellness activities are available on board before you explore Split, Croatia's second-largest city. Walk along the Riva waterfront with its terraces, palm trees, and restaurants with harbor views. Diocletian's Palace from the 4th century sits at the city center, now filled with bars and cafes where locals and tourists mix.
Optional Activities
- Senses Spa treatments including massages, facials, manicures and pedicures
- Exploration of Split and stroll along the Riva
- Visit to Diocletian's Palace
Landmarks Diocletian's Palace - Day 16
Hvar
Early risers can take a scenic passage between Brac and Solta Islands with crystal-clear waters. You'll arrive in Hvar, known for sunshine, pebbly coves, and medieval character. The Town Square is among Croatia's most beautiful and largest squares. Medieval streets wind through the island, making it perfect for wandering and photographing.
Optional Activities
- Scenic passage between Brac and Solta Islands
- Exploration of Hvar Town Square and medieval streets
Landmarks Hvar - Day 17
Dubrovnik
Your yacht journey ends in Dubrovnik where ancient stone walls meet the Adriatic Sea. You'll have a final breakfast on board reflecting on your experiences, then disembark and transfer to the airport or your next destination. You'll leave with memories of luxury moments and unforgettable experiences across Italy, the Mediterranean islands, and Croatia.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board Discovery Yacht
