Day 1: June 18th – Arrive in Naples and transfer to your hotel. 

Arrive in Naples. Take local transport to your hotel. If time allows, ease into Italy with a relaxed evening stroll along the waterfront (lungomare). Optional add-on: visit the Museo Cappella Sansevero, then cap the night with classic Neapolitan pizza. 

Day 2: June 19th – Embark in Salerno + Sail to Positano

After an afternoon check-in, briefing, and provisioning at Marina d’Arechi in Salerno, set sail and watch the Amalfi Coast unfold. If conditions allow, pause for a swim at Laurito Cove, then arrive to Positano for a first evening of cliffside lanes, photo stops, and dinner overlooking the lights of town. 

Day 3: June 20th – Positano to Procida

Cruise north into the Gulf of Naples to Procida—small, authentic, and wonderfully unhurried. Explore on foot for viewpoints and local life, enjoy beach time at Chiaiolella, and end the day in the postcard-perfect Marina di Corricella before dinner. 

Day 4: June 21st – Procida to Ischia

Sail to Ischia, the green volcanic island known for gardens, thermal waters, and laid-back evenings. Choose your pace: visit Castello Aragonese, stroll the Gardens of La Mortella, or book time at a thermal spa, then enjoy a local classic like coniglio all’ischitana at a traditional trattoria. 

Day 5: June 22nd – Ischia to Sorrento

Cruise toward Sorrento, where lemon groves and dramatic cliffs frame the coastline. When the sea is calm, enjoy a swim stop near Marina Grande, then wander Sorrento’s lanes and viewpoints—don’t miss the Vallone dei Mulini, a hidden ravine reclaimed by nature—before a relaxed onboard evening under the stars. 

Day 6: June 23rd – Sorrento to Capri

Arrive in Capri—glamorous, dramatic, and unmistakably Mediterranean. Anchor off Marina Piccola when conditions are favorable to take in the Faraglioni sea stacks, then spend the afternoon ashore for boutique browsing, a scenic walk or chairlift, and a long aperitivo; if timing and sea conditions cooperate, the Blue Grotto can be an optional add-on. 

Day 7: June 24th – Capri to Capo Conca Bay + Amalfi

Leave Capri behind and return toward the Amalfi Coast, stopping at secluded Capo Conca Bay for a swim and snorkel in clear, sheltered water. Continue to Amalfi for an evening in the cathedral piazza and winding lanes, with an optional visit to the Paper Museum for a quick look at the town’s artisan history.

Day 8: June 25th – Amalfi to Salerno (Return to Base)

Make your final coastal cruise back to Salerno, arriving with time to refuel, settle accounts, and enjoy a last night onboard in the marina. Take an easy waterfront stroll—perfect for a final gelato—before disembarkation the next morning. 

Day 9: June 26th – Disembark + Pompeii + Continue to Rome

Disembark after breakfast. Guests ending with the sailing week transfer out, while those continuing inland travel to Pompeii for a guided visit, then continue on to Rome for a late check-in. In Pompeii, walk ancient streets frozen by Vesuvius—often including the Forum, baths, theaters, preserved homes, and (when available) the powerful plaster casts—before heading north.

 

Day 10: June 27th – Rome: Baroque Squares + City Icons

Explore Rome on foot through its most famous piazzas and fountains, often including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona—classic landmarks that make for an unforgettable first deep dive into the city’s atmosphere. 

Day 11: June 28th – Rome: Ancient Rome (Colosseum + Forum)

With a licensed guide, step inside the Colosseum to hear the stories of gladiators, emperors, and the spectacles that once filled the arena. Continue through the Roman Forum—temples, arches, and public buildings that once framed daily life and politics—bringing the world of ancient Rome into sharp focus. 

Day 12: June 29th – Rome: The Vatican 

Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with a local guide, focusing on the most important highlights rather than rushing room to room. Continue to St. Peter’s Square and, if time and energy allow, step inside the basilica to round out a day at the epicenter of the Catholic world. 

Day 13: June 30th – Transfer to Florence + Intro Walk

Guests concluding in Rome depart, while the rest travel to Florence and check into a centrally located hotel. Enjoy an introductory walk through the historic center—Duomo area, Piazza della Signoria, and the Ponte Vecchio—setting the stage for the Renaissance days ahead. 

Day 14: July 1st – Florence: Art + Views

Focus on a curated set of Renaissance masterpieces—often highlighted by a visit to the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David—then enjoy time for artisan streets or a scenic overlook above the city for classic Florence views. 

Day 15: July 2nd – Transfer to Venice: St. Mark’s + Grand Canal

Travel to Venice and spend the afternoon exploring the heart of the city with a guide—St. Mark’s Square, the waterfront, and a selection of quiet backstreets—leaving plenty of time for photos, questions, and that first “wow” moment in the lagoon. 

Day 16: July 3rd – Venice: Lagoon Islands + Neighborhoods

By boat, visit one or more lagoon islands such as Murano (glassmaking) and/or Burano (brightly painted houses), balancing sightseeing with free time to wander, shop, and soak up Venice’s slower, canal-side rhythm. 

Day 17: July 4th – Depart for Home

Private transfer to the Venice airport for departure.