Naples

    Your archaeological tour begins with a drive towards Pompeii, a once thriving town that was completely buried by lava, rubble and ash during the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in A.D. 79. It then lay hidden and perfectly preserved under tonnes of volcanic ash for almost 1,700 years before being accidentally rediscovered in the mid-18th century and then subsequently being excavated. The many artefacts that were found, especially items of daily life such as bread and honey, give the visitor a glimpse of the lives these ancient Romans lived. A fascinating guided walking tour will provide insight into the history of this amazing and very large archaeological site. A stop will also be made at a local coral factory on your return journey to the ship.

Please note: this excursion includes long walking on uneven ground; there are big slabs of stone in the streets of Pompeii so this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair.

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 69.00 (Adults) AUD$ 48.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 92.00 (Adults) NZD$ 64.00 (Children)

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    Depart from the port to the famous “Posillipo” district, situated high on a hill and which we will reach by driving through the most important and attractive streets in Naples. The excursion continues with visits to the famous Principe Umberto I's Gallery, San Carlo Theatre (exterior view) and Piazza Plebiscito. Short amount of free time for shopping and to visit the San Lorenzo Church tucked away in the historic centre of the ancient Greco-Roman city.

Please note: the tour involves a long walking tour. The visit to the church is subject to the Bishop’s approval and the programme will be reconfirmed onboard.

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 55.00 (Adults) AUD$ 39.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 74.00 (Adults) NZD$ 52.00 (Children)

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    Transfer by ferry or hydrofoil to the beautiful Marina Grande in Capri from where you will board a minibus to reach Capri centre. We will tour the island in small minivans and you will have free time to explore the charming streets that surround the famous Piazzetta Umberto I. There is also a visit to the splendid Villa San Michele which belonged to the Swedish psychiatrist Axel Munthe and which is built on the ruins of a Roman villa.

Please note: the transfer to Capri may be carried out by public or private hydrofoil/catamaran. This excursion is not scheduled during November to February (inclusive).

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 96.00 (Adults) AUD$ 67.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 128.00 (Adults) NZD$ 90.00 (Children)

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      The beautiful Bay of Naples in the south of Italy is dominated by the town’s most iconic landmark: Mount Vesuvius, whose main cone currently reaches nearly 1,300 metres. While the slopes are marked by lava flows, a testament to earlier eruptions, they also feature heavy vegetation with vineyards in the foothills as well as scrubland and forestation higher up. Mount Vesuvius’ best-known eruption occurred in A.D. 79 and resulted in the destruction of two cities: Pompeii and Herculaneum, which were only rediscovered in the 18th century. An enjoyable guided walking tour will take you to the crater, from which point you can see a bed of lava and look out over the beautiful Gulf of Naples. Your return journey to the ship will give you more opportunity to admire the landscape’s lovely vistas.

Please note: wear comfortable walking shoes for the 30-minute climb up to the crater. In case of bad weather the tour programme will take guests on a panoramic tour of Naples. 

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 65.00 (Adults) AUD$ 46.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 86.00 (Adults) NZD$ 60.00 (Children)

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    A 45-minute bus transfer will take you to Caserta to visit the magnificent Royal Palace, built by Carlo III of Bourbon, one of the Bourbon kings of Naples. Modelled on the Palace of Versailles, this spectacular baroque masterpiece is one of the finest examples of architecture from the Borbonic period; we will look around the opulent rooms and have time at leisure in the extensive park before returning to the ship.

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 59.00 (Adults) AUD$ 41.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 79.00 (Adults) NZD$ 55.00 (Children)

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      One of the pearls of the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento is surrounded by limestone hills, where olive trees and citrus groves show off a quintessential Italian landscape to all those who visit this delightful town. We will leave the port of Naples and reach Sorrento after a one-hour drive that takes us through the little villages of the coast. Our walking tour will start in Piazza Tasso and continue in the historic narrow streets of this unique town. We will walk to the “Sedil Dominova” XV century loggia, before visiting the Cathedral and San Francesco's Church, home to a charming cloister and gardens that offer a wonderful view over the Marina Grande harbour. Free time before returning to Naples.

Please note: this is a walking-only tour and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties.

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 51.00 (Adults) AUD$ 36.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 68.00 (Adults) NZD$ 48.00 (Children)

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Leave the port and drive towards Pozzuoli to visit the Solfatara Crater, the most interesting volcano in the area known as “Campi Flegrei”. One of around forty craters scattered over an area of more than 33 hectares, the Solfatara is a natural oasis where you will have the opportunity to see volcanic phenomena such as fumaroles, mofettes and mud pools. You will then proceed to Pozzuoli, the ancient “Borgo Marinaro”, which was a famous port in Roman times. While sitting in your bus, your guide will point out the most interesting sites of the ancient settlement. Return to Naples by bus and stop at a café where you can taste traditional Neapolitan cake and pastries. Note : this tour involves 1 hour walking ; we suggest to wear comfortable shoes.

Price per person Starting from: AUD$ 64.00 (Adults) AUD$ 45.00 (Children)

Price per person Starting from: NZD$ 80.00 (Adults) NZD$ 56.00 (Children)

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