2022 Nice > Civitavecchia (Rome)

Start your adventure in the French Riviera, exploring Nice and Menton before discovering beautiful Portofino. On the northern tip of Corsica visit Calvi and Bonifacio before heading to Port Ercole and Rome's port of Civitavecchia. Expect pastel houses, seafood restaurants and crystalline waters at your every turn.

Tour Code:: E01M
Duration:: 8 days
Departure City:: Nice
Return City:: Civitavecchia (Rome)

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8 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Nice, France

Your yacht cruise starts in Nice, where you’ll embark Emerald Azzurra.

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Tour of the Cote D’Azur (extra expense, must be pre-booked)*

Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 - Menton, France

France’s Côte d’Azure is synonymous with outstanding beauty, and Menton is this famous region at its gorgeous best. Nestled between Monaco and Italy, the seaside town is a wonderful mix of unique architecture and luscious gardens.

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City tour of Menton including a visit to the farmers market

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Tour of Monaco & Eze (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Portofino, Italy

The unassuming village of Portofino provides another tempting taste of the Italian Riviera. Its colourful buildings and slower pace of life have made it an attractive hideaway for the rich and famous.

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Culinary experience in Rapallo (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

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Kayaking tour of Tigullian Bay (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

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Guided hike to San Fruttuoso (extra expense, must be pre-booked)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Portoferraio, Italy

One of the oldest towns on Elba Island, Portoferraio oozes Tuscan charm. A favourite among beach-lovers and history buffs alike, it’s known for enticing sandy shores and distinctive Medici forts, dating back to the 1500s.

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Napoleon’s Path and Tasting at La Chiusa winery (extra expense)

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Cantucci baking class and wine tasting (extra expense)

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Panoramic tour of Western Elba (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Calvi

Follow in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus as you arrive in Calvi. This vibrant area of Corsica is said to have been the home of the intrepid explorer, and you’ll be sure to fall in love with its winding streets and quaint beaches.

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Discover Old Corsica with its villages (extra expense)

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Guided Hike (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Bonifacio, Corsica

The striking citadel heralds your introduction to Bonifacio. Established in 833, this charming Corsican port provides stunning views from its ancient fortress that, on a clear day, stretch all the way to Sardinia.

Included Excursion

Tour of Bonifacio with tasting

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Corsican countryside and wine tasting (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Porto Ercole

Perched on the coast of Tuscany, Porto Ercole is one of Italy’s hidden gems. Translated as the ‘Port of Hercules’, this sleepy bay is a scene of incredible architecture and local seafood that is an absolute delight.

Included Excursion

Tour of Porto Ercole

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Hiking tour to Forte Filippo

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Siena and Montalcino, the heart of medieval Tuscany (extra expense)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Your yacht cruise ends in Civitavecchia, where you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the Rome airport for your return flight home.

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City tour of Rome (extra expense, must be pre-booked)*

*This DiscoverMORE is only available in conjunction with pre or post cruise accommodation. For guests not staying at our preferred hotel, own arrangements will need to be made to reach the meeting point of the DiscoverMORE
The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Meals Included: Breakfast