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Mediterranean Cruise & Neapolitan Riviera
15 DAYS FROM £986
Cruise to six historic ports of call in Italy, Tunisia, Spain and France, combined with a relaxing stay on the delightful Neapolitan Riviera.
Cruise Highlights
Neapolitan Riviera, Sorrento or Ischia
Palermo
Tunis
Palma
Barcelona
Marseilles
Savona
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Naples - UK
Accommodation as per cruise ship and hotel details
Meals: Full board on cruise ship and half board in hotel
Transfers between overseas airport, hotels and cruise ship
All local, port and airport taxes/service charges
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Naples.
Fly to Naples where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your chosen hotel in Sorrento or Ischia. (D)
DAY 2-3: Sorrento or Ischia.
You have two full days to explore Sorrento or Ischia. Explore Sorrento which is situated high above the Bay of Naples, with Mount Vesuvius as a backdrop. A warm, friendly resort, it is famed for its beauty, charm and breathtaking views. Ischia is known for its hot mineral springs and thermal waters. The coastline is rugged with long, winding beaches and spectacular views across the Bay of Naples. (B, D)
DAY 4: Neapolitan Riviera - Naples - at sea.
Transfer to Naples for an early evening sailing on your cruise ship, Costa Concordia. (B, D)
DAY 5: Palermo.
Originally a Carthaginian stronghold in the 5th Century BC, the Sicilian capital is set in a valley called the 'Golden Shell' and combines a modern bustling metropolis with a traditional old quarter. It has a good selection of fine architecture and some of Italy's best museums. With an early morning arrival, the rest of the day is yours to explore the sights, before departing in the early evening for Tunis. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Tunis.
With both a contemporary city, its main street modelled on Paris' Champs Elysees, and an ancient medina, packed with colourful exotic souks, Tunis is a wonderful melting pot of European and Arab cultures. The morning is yours to explore the city. Don't miss the amazing Zitouna Mosque, rebuilt in the 9th Century with 200 columns recycled from the ruins of nearby Carthage. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: At sea - Palma.
Relax on your cruise ship as you cruise towards the popular holiday island of Mallorca. You'll be able to take full advantage of the on board entertainment programme, have a swim or just lie on deck and soak up the sun. Arrive in the early afternoon in the Mallorcan capital, Palma, giving you plenty of time for sightseeing. Attractions include the impressive Gothic cathedral, the 14th Century Bellver Castle, the Convent of St Francis and the Carthusian Monastery of Valldemosa. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Palma - Barcelona.
The capital of Spain's colourful Catalonia region is a charming, cosmopolitan city well stocked with museums and art galleries. It also has a typically Spanish vibrancy, emanating from locations like Las Ramblas, a pedestrian street with dozens of pavement cafes. You will have a full day to shop, relax or take in the sights. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Marseilles.
The southern French city of Marseilles has been a major Mediterranean harbour for more than 2,500 years. Leading off the harbour is the city's most famous street, La Canebiere, a broad bustling boulevard, shaded by rows of plane trees. Arriving at breakfast time, the rest of the day is yours to explore this historic port. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Savona.
Known as the City of Popes after a local man, Francesco Della Rovere, became Pope Sixtus IV in 1471. There are many churches and museums to visit, including the Cathedral and its attached Cappella Sistina. Overlooking the old town is the huge 16th century Priamàr fortress which currently houses four museums. After the fall of Savona to the Genoese in 1528, the fortress was constructed on the site of the old cathedral as a symbol of Genoese superiority. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: Naples - Sorrento or Ischia.
You'll disembark at Naples after breakfast and travel by coach to your chosen hotel in Sorrento or by boat/jetfoil to Ischia for the next four nights. (B, D)
DAY 12-14: Sorrento or Ischia.
A range of optional excursions will be available to help you make the most of your stay on the Neapolitan Riviera. (B, D)
DAY 15: Naples - UK.
Transfer to Naples airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
Note: Guests will have to vacate their hotel room for the duration of the cruise.
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Accommodation on Tour
Choose from the Gran Paradiso (4*) or Hilton Sorrento Palace (4*+) hotels in Sorrento or the Carlo Magno (4*) in Ischia.
Hotels
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View Holiday PhotosGran Paradiso
This comfortable hotel is peacefully situated high on a hillside overlooking the Bay of Naples. There is a large terrace offering wonderful picturesque views.
Location: 2.5 kms from the centre, reached by the hotel's courtesy bus which runs approximately 8 times a day. There are bars and restaurants in the St Agnello area 1 km away and it is 1.6 kms to Marinella beach.
Facilities: Swimming pool; free sunbeds; pool bar; lounge bar; restaurant; à la carte menu available; games room; table tennis; pool table; lifts; minibar in bedrooms (on request).
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony (rear view); satellite TV; air-conditioning (Jul-Aug) and safety deposit box .
Options: Sea view; single (no balcony); full board.
Official category: 4 star.
Note: There is a large number of steps within the hotel and it is situated on a hillside. -
View Holiday PhotosHilton Sorrento Palace
plusSet in extensive, well-kept gardens, with beautiful views across the Bay of Naples, this large well known hotel offers excellent amenities and can't fail to impress.
Location: 800 metres uphill from the town centre and 1 kilometre from the nearest beach.
Facilities: 6 cascading pools with free sunbeds, parasols and towels; poolside bar serving snacks; buffet restaurant (dress code applies); à la carte menu available; sun terrace; garden with orange and lemon groves; tennis court (charge for floodlights); small gym; lounge and piano bar; lifts; live music in the lounge most evenings and minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath or shower and wc; balcony (with rear view); TV; air-conditioning (May to Sep) and safety deposit box.
Options: Sea view; executive room and sea view; single room (rear view).
Official category: 4 star.
Special offer: No single room supplement. -
View Holiday PhotosCarlo Magno
Set in its own beautiful gardens between the sea and the hillside, this comfortable hotel offers a holiday of relaxation and tranquillity. Its delightful Mediterranean architecture, stunning views from the terrace and pool area and wide range of facilities make the Carlo Magno an ideal base for your stay on Ischia.
Location: The beach and Lacco Ameno resort centre are 2 kilometres away. There is a free shuttle bus to the resort 5 times daily.
Facilities: 2 outdoor pools; small indoor pool with hydro-massage; large sunbathing terrace with free sunbeds and parasols; restaurant; snack bar by panoramic pool; bar; gym; Turkish bath, beauty treatment and massages (charge).
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony or patio; air-conditioning (15 Jun-15 Sep); satellite TV with English films; safety deposit box and hairdryer.
Options: Single room (not available 31 Jul-27 Aug); front view; full board.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: 1 mud facial mask and 1 facial peeling FREE. Daily tea and biscuits at 5pm.
Note: There are a number of steps within the hotel and it is located in a hilly area. There is no lift.
Cruise Ships
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View Deck PlansCosta Concordia
One of the newest ships in the Costa fleet, the innovatively designed Costa Concordia is a floating resort dedicated to relaxation, rejuvenation and fitness. An impressive spa and wellness centre, the largest ever built on board a ship, encompasses two full decks and provides a state of the art fitness centre with swimming pool and speciality restaurant. The spacious and elegant public areas compliment a wealth of impressive facilities and amenities while the 1430 bright, well-equipped cabins comfortably accommodate 3780 guests. Costa Concordia, one of the largest ships in the Costa fleet, is an ideal base from which to enjoy your cruise.
Public Rooms & Facilities
4 swimming pools including 2 with retractable glass roofs; 5 Jacuzzi hydro-massage baths; 5 restaurants, including 2 main, 2 buffet and 1 reservation only; 13 bars and cafés; Samsara Spa and Wellness Centre on 2 decks with gym, Thalasso pool, treatment rooms, solarium, sauna and steam room; jogging track; multi-purpose sports courts; shopping centre; theatre; casino; disco; art gallery; internet point; library; video games room; 14 lifts.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. Dinner is taken at 2 sittings in either the Roma or Milano restaurants. There are 2 gala nights per week when the dress code is formal; on other nights it is informal/smart casual. As you would expect all menus have an Italian flavour, with a number of international choices as well. The pasta dishes are particularly good with fresh pasta made on board everyday. There are a number of other restaurants and bars on board such as the informal Parigi Buffet Restaurant or Lido Mediterraneo; the Club Concordia à la carte restaurant, and the Samsara speciality restaurant.
Cabins
All cabins have individually controlled air-conditioning/heating with twin or double beds; shower and wc; satellite TV; telephone; safe; hairdryer. Your holiday price includes a category I1 cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories and Description:
I1 Twin/double inside lower deck cabin
I3 Twin/double inside middle deck cabin
I4 Twin/double inside upper deck cabin
E1 Twin/double outside lower deck cabin with window
B1 Twin/double outside middle deck cabin with balcony
Tipping
According to international custom in the hospitality industry, tipping is accepted as a way of recognising good service. For your convenience Costa has introduced an automatic tipping system, so instead of worrying about how much and when to tip, an amount of 6.5 euros per person per night will be added to your on board account. For your convenience, a service charge of 15% is added to all bar and wine orders.
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