Amalfi Coast & Mediterranean Cruise

Experience la dolce vita in Southern Italy and on a cruise of the Mediterranean. Visit four stunning nations whose food, scenery, and history are some of the finest in Europe.

The city of Rome is full of wonderful, world-famous list sites that came to symbolize the Ancient Roman Empire’s unparalleled strength and influence. Enjoy food, historical sites, and dazzling ocean views in Naples before embarking on your Mediterranean cruise.

Your port stops include some of the most unique destinations in the Mediterranean. The island of Valletta is tiny but full of history, while Barcelona is as exciting as it is beautiful. Discover the Renaissance in Genoa, then travel back even further to Marseilles. France’s oldest city is more than 2,500 years old.

After returning to Naples for disembarkation, you’ll explore more of the beauty of the Amalfi coast, where colorful villages overlook the shining Mediterranean. The fascinating Pompeii is a bucket list destination for history lovers, who can travel back to this city frozen in time over 2,000 years ago. When it’s time for the tour to end, return to Rome and say arrivederci to Italy and the Mediterranean. Check out our Travel Blog for more tips and ideas!

Tour Includes

4 Countries

• Spain
• France
• Italy
• Malta

Sightseeing

• Rome
• Naples
• Messina
• Valletta
• Barcelona
• Marseille
• Genoa
• Sorrento
• Amalfi
• Pompeii
• Castel Gandolfo

Cruise Accommodations

• 7 Nights
• Cruise aboard MSC Cruise Line’s World Europa

Hotel Accommodations

• 6 Nights
• Moderate hotels based on twin/double occupancy

Meals

• All meals onboard ship
• 6 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners on land portion

Service

• A professionally trained English-speaking local tour director who is knowledgeable about the area will provide you with a wealth of information. Their friendly service will make your trip a memorable experience.

Baggage Handling

• To and from your hotel room and cruise ship cabin throughout your tour for one piece of Checked Baggage per person.

Amalfi Coast & Mediterranean Cruise

Tour Starts:

Rome, Italy

Tour Ends:

Rome, Italy

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Day 1

Depart for Rome

Your journey begins on your overnight flight.

Day 2

Arrive in Rome

If you purchased airline tickets from YMT, a representative will welcome you at the airport and transport you to the hotel. Meet your fellow guests tonight at a welcome dinner. (D)

Ergife Palace Hotel or similar

Day 3

Rome City Tour & Naples

Discover Rome today on a sightseeing tour of the Eternal City. Highlights include the Spanish Steps, the lavish Trevi Fountain, and the statues, fountains, and cobblestone expanse of the Piazza Navona.

Continue to Naples for an evening at leisure in this 3,000-year-old city perched 400 feet above the Mediterranean. Don’t miss out on a slice or two of genuine Neapolitan pizza! (B)

Holiday Inn Naples or similar

Day 4

Naples & Embarkation (Departs at 8:00 PM)

Start your morning with a guided tour of Naples. Learn about one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, whose sprawling historic city center is UNESCO-listed for its wealth of outstanding monuments such as the Castel Nuovo. Your cruise begins this evening when you step aboard the MSC World Europa. (B, D)

Day 5

Messina, Italy (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)

Spend the day in Messina, one of the most popular cities on the breathtaking island of Sicily. Explore famous sites like the Piazza del Duomo, the city’s historic center, and the Messina Cathedral. The cathedral’s bell tower holds the world’s largest astronomical clock. When the clock strikes noon, you can enjoy an elaborate automaton where brass lions, roosters, and local heroes mounted on moving mechanisms tell a gripping story that’s entertained visitors for nearly a century. (B, L, D)

Day 6

Valletta, Malta (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Valletta, one of the world’s smallest capitals, is so packed with history that the entire city is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, with buildings dating back to the 16th century. This fortified city has hundreds of monuments within a relatively small space, making it one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world. (B, L, D)

Day 7

At Sea

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Day 8

Barcelona, Spain (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)

You’ll be mesmerized by this thoroughly modern city where Roman ruins live next door to highrises, innovative exhibition spaces, and one of the world’s most impressive sports complexes. A spectacular display of architecture, Barcelona boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Site. Use your time in this port to see the world-famous Las Ramblas, Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia, Olympic Park, and views from Montjuic. (B, L, D)

Day 9

Marseille, France (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

Marseille was first established in 600 BC, making it France’s oldest city. Among the terracotta-roofed buildings lie many intriguing sights, including the majestic Palais Longchamp and the Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde. (B, L, D)

Day 10

Genoa, Italy (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Continue to Genoa, a port city which has maintained much its Renaissance charm over the centuries. Snake through its twisty caruggi, the narrow streets that make guests feel like they’re traveling back in time. The striking, ornate, UNESCO-listed Palazzi dei Rolli is a must see! (B, L, D)

Day 11

Disembarkation in Naples & Sorrento (Arrives at 1:00 PM)

After an afternoon disembarkation, continue to Sorrento for an evening at your leisure. Your hotel will welcome you in style with a refreshing drink when you arrive. (B, L)

Hotel Isabella or similar

Day 12

Amalfi Coast Full Day Tour

Enjoy the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, one of Italy’s most scenic regions. Towering mountains carpeted in green extend nearly to the sea, with villages and towns perched atop rocky cliffs. Far below, the warm waters of the Mediterranean lap against the shore. On your scenic drive, pause to take in sweeping views of the tiny cliffside town of Positano. Continue on to the town of Amalfi, where you will have some free time for lunch and souvenir shopping. To finish your day, embark on a short boat ride from Amalfi to the town of Salerno. Upon arrival in Salerno, your coach will provide your transfer back to your hotel in Sorrento. (B)

Hotel Isabella or similar

Day 13

Pompeii Full Day Tour

Take a guided tour of Pompeii, the famous ancient Roman city frozen in time by the cataclysmic volcanic eruption of nearby Mt. Vesuvius in 79 CE. Later, explore the town on your own. Discover a great lunch spot or go shopping! (B)

 

Hotel Isabella or similar

Day 14

Castel Gandolfo and Rome

Enjoy free time in Castel Gandolfo, a gorgeous resort town nestled high up in the Alban Hills. Overlooking Lake Alban, its beautiful surroundings and walled historic city center make this as appealing to visitors as Castel Gandolfo’s most famous resident: the Pope. Continue on to Rome, where you will enjoy a final farewell dinner this evening (included). (B, D)

Ergife Palace Hotel or similar

Day 15

Depart for Home (B)

Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.

YMT Vacations itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.

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