A unique opportunity to visit some of the world most famous archaeological sites without sacrificing the relaxed luxury of a holiday on a sailing boat. Ancient history gems
Check in: Monday at 9:00 a.m. Marina di Stabia, Napoli. Check out: The Following Friday at 4:00 p.m. Marina di Stabia, Napoli
With the sailing tour “Ancient History Gems”, you have a 5 days tour package taking you from Castellammare di Stabia, Italy to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Capri, Positano, Amalfi, Sorrento. The “Ancient History Gems” is a small group tour that includes accommodation as well as an expert guide and more.
Day One: Capri
Welcome to the luxurious Marina di Stabia. The boat is ready to set sail. The final preparations have to be completed: after having provided the galley with the food, the skipper will be there to help you in arranging it. Just before the departure there will be a brief safety briefing followed by some hints and suggestions on how to stay on the boat. Now we are ready to set sail and the adventure is about to begin. Once out of the port, according to the sea and wind conditions, we will adjust the sails and will immediately route on the blue island: Capri! we will cross the bay of Sorrento and coast the villages of the Sorrento peninsula, Vico Equense, Puolo, Massa Lubrense. We then will arrive to Capri with its cliffs, the endless ravines and caves are close at hand. First stop: Blue Grotta. In small groups we will embark in the characteristic small boats with flat bottom that the expert boatmen manoeuvre to slip into the narrow entrance of the cave on the water surface. We continue the circumnavigation of the island, passing through the green cave and finally we will give the anchor to the small Marina for a refreshing dip, a snack and relax. Just after sunset when the temperature begins to be more pleasant, we will disembark with our dinghy to enjoy the famous Capri nightlife. With a small bus in just over 10 minutes we will be in the famous square. We will continue our walk following the indications for “punta Tragara” to admirea breath-taking view directly on the Faraglioni. Tired for the intense day we will return by boat to relax in the cockpit perhaps sipping a nice Limoncello.
Day Two: Amalfi
We leave Capri completing the tour of the island and passing really close to the Faraglioni Rocks. After bowing on Punta Campanella we will be officially in Amalfi coast. Stop in Nerano … a perfect bay to take a dive thanks to the south exposition and the mountains which protect the bay from the wind. We continue our navigation along the coast towards Amalfi passing by the LiGalli islands, then Positano, Praiano. After Capo Conca, Amalfi appears before us. Between the houses we will be able to see the imposing main facade of its cathedral. We enter the port where we will pass the night.
Day Three: Positano
We leave Amalfi and sail along the divine Amalfi Coast, stop in front of “Fiordo di Furore” and then we finally reach Positano. Lunch and afternoon in front of Positano beach. Dinner in town, visit and overnight stay.
Day Four: Sorrento
After a relaxing and romantic night admiring the lights coming from the enchanting Positano, it’s time to get back to the sea and reach another gulf. From Salerno to the Gulf of Naples, passing by Punta Campanella. Along the route, stop in the bay of Recommone. The skipper will lead you to the discovery two particularly interesting caves to get a little cool on summer days. Before sunset we continue our navigation to Sorrento … the slight breeze of mistral will lead us to the entrance of the port. We will then dinner in one of the main sea terrace restaurants tasting a delicious Pizza and walking through the fascinating narrow streets of the town.
Day Five: Pompeii and Herculaneum
After Breakfast, we are ready to sail for a navigation in the bay of Sorrento towards Marina di Stabia. Arriving at the marina di Stabia we will find a private taxi to start the Guided tours of the fascinating cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum still intact in the shadow of the imposing volcano Vesuvius.
Accomodation, All tour are accommodated on board of a luxurious yacht of between 41ft to 52ft. Depending on the crew number the yacht can have 3 up to 5 cabins with 2/3/4 bathrooms. All yachts have spacious and equipped dinette with ovens, fridges and all you need to cook. Exquisite outdoor deck with complete outboard cushions in both the cockpit and the deck at the bow. All the crew, even if numerous, will find space on board, whether it wants to stretch out to the sun after a nice swim, whether they want to stay in the shade of the Bimini maybe after lunch for a nice sleep.
Prices include:
Location of the boat, skipper fee, Marina fees for a maximum of 2 nights (excluding Marina Piccola in Capri), gasoil, Bed linen and towels, final cleaning, outboard.
Prices DOES NOT include:
Experiences attendance fees, Transfer to and from the base, additional Marina nights, Chef/Hostess, Dood and Drink.
Our passion for the sea and for boats put together made their dream come true. A very special alchemy inspired them to be among the first to launch a holiday format that associates a sailing experience with history, archaeology, food, sports and lots of cultural activities that take place on the mainland!