Top Italy Day Cruises - page 6

Discover the best of Capri on this full-day small-group tour from Sorrento. After meeting directly at the Marina della Lobra pier or getting picked up from the Sorrento area (added cost), board your boat and spend the day exploring the highlights of Capri and swimming in the waters of Capri Island Marine Park. This tour includes an optional mini-tour of the interior of the famous Blue Grotto (added cost).

Discover one of the region's most popular, bucket-list destinations—and make exploring easy—on this full-day tour from Sorrento to Capri. Following morning departure, take in the Mediterranean scenery as you travel by jet boat. Upon arrival, visit the chic town of Capri with your guide, admire the Faraglioni rock formations, and more. Then, explore the hilltop village of Anacapri, and opt to take the chairlift up to Monte Solaro (own expense).

Experience the beauty of one of Italy’s most famous and photographed destinations without having to rent a car on a small-group tour from Lucca to Cinque Terre. Admire the dramatic contours of the Ligurian coastline as you travel by minivan, train, and boat (depending on the weather) between terraced fishing towns that spill down the rocky hillside to the shore. See why the entire area is a UNESCO World Heritage.

Experience Venice from the water, and cover more ground than you could on foot or with a gondola, on this small-group and eco-friendly electric boat tour. Choose a time that works best for you, then hop aboard your fully open and luxurious electric boat to glide silently along the waterways for a unique perspective of the city.

Get an inside peek into the world-famous glassblowing factories of Murano with this small-group tour. From central Venice, ride a water taxi across the Venetian Lagoon to the colorful island of Murano. Watch a glassmaking demonstration by a master craftsman, and enjoy time to browse the factory showroom featuring finished works of art. Finally, attend your choice of hands-on workshop to create a take-home piece of jewelry or mosaic using authentic Murano glass.

There’s no better way to experience the Cinque Terre than from the water, and this boat trip adds to the atmosphere with an authentic wooden “gozzo” boat carved by a famous shipwright. You’ll savor views of all five Cinque Terre villages, enjoy two swims in the crystal waters, and savor a traditional aperitivo with prosecco, beer, and soft drinks. Your guide keeps you clued in on heritage and trivia alike.

Experience the Amalfi Coast like the rich and famous—but without the exorbitant price tag. With this small-group cruise package, you’ll meet your captain in Salerno or Amalfi, where you’ll hop aboard your intimate vessel for an exquisite ride along this world-famous coastline. You’ll get the chance to visit Pandora’s Cave, witness the Fiordo di Furore, scope out Positano and Ravello from the water, go for a swim, and more.

Explore the spectacular Amalfi Coast by private boat on a 6-hour excursion from Salerno that’s fully-customizable. Travel in a luxury yacht with a sundecks or smaller boats and spend the day visiting quiet bays, pretty grottos, and gorgeous hillside villages. This Amalfi Coast boat trip is priced per-group for up to 30 passengers.

Make the most of your time on Capri with a private sunset boat tour that departs as your day of sightseeing draws to a close. Cruise around the island on board a traditional wooden “gozzo” boat to admire the coastline in the golden hours of dusk, stopping for an evening swim. Drop anchor for an aperitif at a scenic spot to watch as the sun dips below the horizon.

Set off on a beautiful 3.5-hour boat tour to discover the wonders of the Coast of the Gods, from Tropea to Capo Vaticano. In a small group of 6 to 12 people maximum (one infant allowed), your expert skipper will guide you to amazing and secret places. Swim in crystal-clear waters, explore golden sandy coves, mysterious caves, and stunning lagoons. Enjoy snorkeling at the ruins of the Roman port Forum Erculis, surrounded by colorful fish, octopuses, starfish, and corals; discover the Pirate Lagoon, the white cliffs of Capo Vaticano, the enchanting Praja di Fuoco beach, and the iconic Isola Bella with the Love Cave; experience the magic of the Skeleton Cave and, if you wish, taste freshly caught sea urchins. A delicious aperitif with local specialties, excellent wine, and soft drinks is offered on board. Snorkeling gear and life jackets are provided for everyone. Come aboard and join us for an unforgettable adventure!

Explore Sardinia's spectacular Maddalena Archipelago by land and sea with this all-inclusive tour that includes a minicruise through the islands plus a stop on La Maddalena with free time to explore on land. Skirt the islands of Caprera and Santo Stefano, drop anchor to swim off Spargi and Santa Maria, and cruise through the Manto della Madonna to admire the coastline of Budelli in a single day.

Set sail from Venice for a day tour of the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Depending on the option chosen, the departure can be from San Marco - Pontile Cornoldi or from the Venice train station, near the KFC. Our first stop is Murano : here you will visit a local furnace and witness the work of a master glassmaker up close during a live demonstration. Overall, you will have about an hour of free time on the island. You will then continue to Burano : here you will have about two hours of free time where you can choose a good place to have lunch or taste typical Venetian aperitifs. From Burano you will finally move to Torcello: here you will have about an hour to explore the island on your own, with the possibility to visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta (entrance fee not included). Planned return to San Marco & Ferrovia in the late afternoon.

Of the three islands in the Bay of Naples, Procida is the lesser-known tourist attraction, a hidden gem that was nevertheless recently crowned the Italian Capital of Culture. With this tour, boat over to Procida from Ischia with a small group, and spend half a day exploring the on the water and on land.

Discover stunning locations along the little-known Costa degli Dei in Calabria during this shared boat cruise. Tours include three get-down swimming and snorkeling stops at Riaci, Grotticelle, and Tropea beaches, plus a chance to bathe inside the multi-colored grottoes of Skeletro. You’ll also enjoy a tasty Calabrian apertivo with wine, cured meats, and cheeses.

Trade busy group tours for the calm and relaxation of a private cruise on this full-day Capri and Positano boat tour. Choose from several vessels and departure points to fit your group’s needs, and set sail among some of Italy’s most beautiful coastal scenery. Explore Positano, head to Capri to see the Blue Grotto (additional expense), see the Faraglioni rock formations, admire hidden coves and beaches, and enjoy additional opportunities to customize your sightseeing.

Lake Como Boat Tour – Discover Historic Villas and Hidden Landscapes During this exclusive experience, you will sail from a small jetty in the heart of Como and sail to discover the most beautiful and hidden views of Lake Como, accessible only by water. The tour includes stops in front of enchanting towns such as Cernobbio, Moltrasio, and Carate Urio. We will continue passing on the other side towards Torno and Blevio, and then return to Como, concluding a unique itinerary. You will admire all the most important villas of the first basin of the lake, seen directly from the boat. This experience is ideal for all ages, thanks to our spacious, safe and latest generation boat. Our captain will welcome you on board to make you experience an unforgettable cruise on Lake Como, a memory that you will carry forever in your heart. Cernobbio Como Bellagio Varenna Blevio Lathe Moltrasio Lily Beechwood Lenno partition menaggio

Discover the wonders of Lake Como away from busy crowds aboard a private boat. Pour an Italian aperitif and sail safely in the company of an experienced captain, cruising past sights like the Tremezzina and the most famous villa on the lake, Villa del Balbianello. Admire mountainous landscapes as you listen to relaxing music and sunbathe on deck.

Ortigia is known for its fascinating historic urban landscape, but the island also has a stunning coastline dotted with sea caves that can only be visited by boat. Navigate directly inside caves full of stalactites and stalagmites and take a dip in the turquoise waters on this mini cruise from Syracuse. Snap photos of the rocky cliffs and places of interest along the coast and learn about local history and culture from the skipper and guide.

The island of Capri is home to Blue Grotto, a sea cave illuminated by dancing blue light from the sunlight filtering through the cave. Explore Blue Grotto and several tourist hotspots on a small-group full-day boat tour around the island. Dive into crystalline Mediterranean waters to snorkel below the waves, or relax on board with a refreshing glass of homemade limoncello.

Make the most of your time on Capri and explore the island by sea in just a few hours with this private boat tour from the Marina Grande port. Meet your skipper just steps from where the ferries dock and set off to circle the island, passing the main sights like the Faraglioni and Blue Grotto (optional stop paid separately) and taking time to swim and snorkel along the way.

Have fun aboard our motorized gozzo, we will leave from the port of Monopoli sailing in the direction of the splendid caves of Polignano a Mare. An exciting tour for small groups of different nationalities and cultures, who will share on board the wonderful view of Polignano a Mare, a city nestled on the rock that hides its enchanting sea caves rich in history that we will discover together during the boat tour. We will visit the renowned Grotta Palazzese, Lama Monachile, famous natural inlet, the Isola dell'Eremita, spiritual and legendary place, nest for the splendid specimen, the Corsican seagull; the Lovers' Cave, the Ardito Cave and many others. During the tour, we will stop to take a swim in the blue and crystalline waters of Polignano a Mare and we will toast in company with a flute of Prosecco, accompanied by taralli, focaccia from Bari and olives, well-known products of the Apulian gastronomic tradition.

Discover the highlights of the Amalfi Coast by water when you embark on this intimate, full-day boat tour. Meet in the morning in Positano or Praiano, and set sail via private vessel. From there, enjoy a rare perspective on the region’s top attractions, from the Marina di Praia Beach and the cliffs of Fiordo di Furore to the Emerald Grotto (entry own expense). In Amalfi you will have 1.5 hours to spend to discover the city and even go for a swim.

Escape the crowds and chaos on land and take in the beauty of the Sorrentine Peninsula and Amalfi Coast by sea with this small-group minicruise. Set off along the dazzling coastline, stopping to swim in quiet coves and snap photos along the way. Dock in both Amalfi and Positano to enjoy a few hours of free time to sightsee, shop, and dine at your own pace before the scenic return cruise.

Set sail around Lake Como—and skip the busy crowds—on a private boat tour for up to six guest. Fully tailored to you, relax with a glass of bubbles as you take in charming lakeside villages, opulent villas of the rich and famous, and hidden spots you'd likely miss alone. As you cruise the glistening waters, enjoy fascinating insights from your private skipper and ask questions along the way.