Cruise along the beautiful Bay of Naples as we navigate between idyllic islands scattered with stunning beaches, numerous café-lined streets and historic remains all the way from the Roman Empire.
THE BACK-ROADS DIFFERENCE
  • Sail through some of Italy’s most beautiful and historic islands
  • Enjoy a walking tour of Sorrento
  • Explore the Amphitheatre of Pozzuoli and Terme di Baia in Pozzuoli

Tour Inclusions

  • 7 nights on board a boutique gulet boat
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader/Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • European breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 3 daily evening meals (D)
  • Entrance included to: Cuma, Aragonese Castle, Amphitheater of Pozzuoli & Terme di Baia
The gulet boat has 6 air-conditioned cabins all with en-suite facilities. There is a spacious dining area to enjoy your meals each day. The crew members will look after you and the chef will prepare traditional meals using fresh ingredients. There is canoeing and fishing equipment to use, as well as a TV, DVD, CD and MP3 player and a choice of games for your entertainment.

DAY 1 NAPLES – MARINA DI STABIA

After our transfer from Naples, we begin the tour in the Marina Di Stabia harbour near Sorrento where we board our boat – a traditional gulet boat crafted from mahogany and iroko. Boasting a generous sundeck, it’s time to enjoy welcome cocktails on the deck before we sit down in the evening for a welcome dinner. (D)

DAY 2 MARINA DI STABIA – SORRENTO – MARINA DI STABIA – POZZUOLI

What better way to start the day than with a walking tour of Sorrento after a delightful breakfast on board. Perched atop steep cliffs overlooking the busy marinas, the city is known for stunning sea views and numerous cafés lining the streets. We return to our boat mid-day where we enjoy lunch and head off towards the harbour of Pozzuoli. We tuck into a lovely dinner in the evening before turning in for the night. (B,L,D)

DAY 3 POZZUOLI – PROCIDA

Today we take in all of the impressive sights Pozzuoli has to offer, such as the Amphitheatre of Pozzuoli and Terme di Baia before you have some time to spend lunch at your own leisure. In the afternoon, we continue strolling through the city before returning to our boat and cruising to Procida while enjoying our dinner. (B, D)

DAY 4 PROCIDA – ISLAND OF ISCHIA

In the morning we visit the beautiful island of Ischia today to explore the Aragonese Castle which stands on a volcanic rocky islet that connects to the larger island. Make the most of free time before we return to the boat in the afternoon. In the evening, we enjoy dinner on board before turning in for the night. (B,D)

DAY 5 ISLAND OF ISCHIA – VENTOTENE

Spend the morning today navigating to the island of Ventotene with your Tour Leader before having time to stroll across the island at your own pace. Explore the remains of the Roman Empire and take some stunning photographs of the famous lighthouse. In the evening, we climb back aboard for a delightful dinner. (B,D)

DAY 6 VENTOTENE – PONZA

We cruise to the incredible Ponza this morning where w explore the island as you wish. You can stroll through the Giardino Botanico Ponziano botanical garden or just spend the day on one of the island’s incredible beaches. In the evening, we return to the boat and enjoy a lovely dinner aboard. (B,D)

DAY 7 PONZA – MARINA DI STABIA

Today we sail back to Marina Di Stabia and revel in the incredible views along the way. Enjoy a light lunch on board as you soak up the sun and watch the Mediterranean scenery roll by. In the evening, we tuck into our final dinner together on board. (B,L,D)

DAY 8 MARINA DI STABIA – NAPLES

Enjoy your last breakfast aboard with your fellow travellers before the tour comes to an end as we transfer back to Naples.