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9-night Italy's Sunny Sides Voyage

OFFER ID 1677639

Cruise Line
Sea Cloud Cruises
Ship
Sea Cloud Spirit
Destination
Valletta/Livorno (Florence/Pisa)
Departure Date
Sep 27, 2027
Length
9
from $6,295

The Signature Collection – A Hosted Sailing
Hosted Sailings offer Outstanding Value and Exclusive Amenities.

Exclusive Amenities

  • $900 per Couple Shipboard Credit*

Ship Info  |  Sea Cloud Spirit
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ITINERARY
Private Car & Driver
Optional Private Excursion
Destination Guide
Valletta
Arrive
09/27/2027
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Depart
09/27/2027
07:00 pm
Destination Guide
Siracusa
Arrive
09/28/2027
08:00 am
Depart
09/28/2027
02:00 pm

No information currently available.

Taormina (Giardini Naxos)
Arrive
09/29/2027
07:00 am
Depart
09/29/2027
02:00 pm
Additional Optional Private Excursions

Giardini Naxos: Greek Taormina Walking Tour - 3 hours

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Giardini Naxos: Greek Taormina Walking Tour - 3 hours

Meet your expert local guide today for the ascent up to the wonderful town of Taormina which has overlooked Mount Etna since Greek times. Perched atop a high cliff, Taormina seems to float above the azure waters of the Bay of Naxos. The air in Sicily’s most glamorous spot is perfumed with the scent of orange and lemon blossom, and here you’ll find narrow streets full of local colours and flavour.
 
Explore this little corner of paradise today with your guide. A stroll through Taormina’s main street, Corso Umberto, reveals numerous chic stores and a wealth of historic interest. Visit the Greek Theatre, whose unparalleled position offers spectacular views of Mt. Etna and the surrounding landscape.

Highlights:
  • Take in the incredible views from the town of Taormina, which overlooks the Bay of Naxos
  • Wonder through Taormina's charming streets and visit the Greek Theatre
Tour Duration: 3 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning/Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light 

Inclusions:
  • Luxury car or minivan transfers between Giardini Naxos and Taormina
  • An expert English-speaking guide throughout (3 hours)
  • Entrance fees to the Greek Theatre
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities

Giardini Naxos: Syracuse & Ortigia Island - 8 hours

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Giardini Naxos: Syracuse & Ortigia Island - 8 hours

The city of Syracuse, birthplace of Archimedes, was once described by Cicero as: "the greatest Greek city and the most beautiful of them all." What began as a small Greek outpost would eventually become one of the most prosperous and powerful states in the entire ancient world.
 
From here take a short drive to the Neapolis to visit the Greek theatre, one of the most important examples of ancient theatre architecture in the world and once the centre of Siracusan life. Testament to its stature, it is said that famous Greek playwright Aeschylus once premiered works here. Sights also include the Roman Amphitheatre and the Latonia del Paradiso, the impressive ancient stone quarries and caves - the most famous of which was named "the Ear of Dionysius" by Caravaggio for its peculiar acoustic qualities.
 
A highlight of your day will be exploring the island of Ortigia, one of Sicily's most picture-perfect destinations and known for its beautiful white baroque architecture and the 5th century BC Temple of Athena.

Highlights:
  • Explore the beautiful city of Syracuse
  • Visit the Greek theatre at Neapolis, one of the most important examples of ancient theatre architecture in the world
  • Discover the charming island of Ortigia
Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
  • An expert English-speaking guide throughout (8 hours)
  • Entrance fees to the Neopolis Site
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities

Giardini Naxos: Catania and Piazza Armerina - 8 hours

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Giardini Naxos: Catania and Piazza Armerina - 8 hours

Enjoy two sides of Sicily today: modern life and ancient history. First stop of the day is the city of Catania, which sits at the foot of Mount Etna. Discover the very vibrant morning fish market and the many baroque buildings in the city built using the lava stones of Etna.
From here, continue into the beautiful, rural landscapes of central Sicily and the town of Piazza Armerina. Here you will visit the site of Villa Romana del Casale, considered to be one of the finest examples of aristocratic dwellings from the Western Roman Empire, both in terms of beauty and complexity. While little remains of the structure today, an unparalleled series of mosaics depict scenes from mythology, hunting and Roman domestic lifestyle in exquisite detail.

Highlights:
  • Explore the city of Catania,including the morning fish market and the many buildings in the city built using the lava stones of Etna.
  • Explore central Sicily and the town of Piazza Armerina, where you will visit the site of Villa Romana del Casale
Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Low

Inclusions:
  • Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
  • An expert English-speaking guide throughout (8 hours)
  • Entrance fees to the Villa Romana del Casale
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities

Destination Guide
Amalfi Coast
Arrive
09/30/2027
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Depart
09/30/2027
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No information currently available.

Amalfi
Arrive
09/30/2027
03:00 pm
Depart
09/30/2027
11:00 pm
Additional Optional Private Excursions

Amalfi Coast Tour : 6-8 hours

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Amalfi Coast Tour : 6-8 hours

Spend a full day on the famous Amalfi coast with an English speaking driver visiting the towns of Positano-Amalfi and Ravello. This tour covers all the Amalfi coast with the possibility of stopping in lesser known towns. Enjoy a relaxing day with ample time for lunch and limoncello tasting.

Tour duration: 6 to 8 hours

Not wheelchair accessible

Physical activity: Steep walking in the town of Positano

Included in the price :

  • Car/van and English speaking driver guide for the day.
  • Clients are picked up and dropped off at the Port

Not included: Meals

Destination Guide
Day Under Full Sails*
Arrive
10/01/2027
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Depart
10/01/2027
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No information currently available.

Bonifacio
Arrive
10/02/2027
01:30 pm
Depart
10/02/2027
11:00 pm

No information currently available.

Day Under Full Sails*
Arrive
10/03/2027
---
Depart
10/03/2027
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No information currently available.

Portoferraio, Elba
Arrive
10/04/2027
08:00 am
Depart
10/04/2027
11:00 pm
Destination Guide
Piombino
Arrive
10/05/2027
08:00 am
Depart
10/05/2027
02:00 pm

No information currently available.

Florence/Pisa (Livorno)
Arrive
10/06/2027
08:00 am
Depart
10/06/2027
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Additional Optional Private Excursions

Livorno: Cycling Lucca's Medieval Walls - 5 hours

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Livorno: Cycling Lucca's Medieval Walls - 5 hours

Your English-speaking driver will meet your at Livorno pier today for the journey through Tuscany to Lucca where your expert local guide will be waiting for you. Lucca is a graceful and beautifully preserved town whose lovely streets are lined with old houses. Your guided walking tour through the city follows much of the original Roman pattern and includes the Duomo di San Martino and the Church of San Frediano.
 
The heart of Lucca is encircled by vast walls. Enjoy cycling along the top of these walls and take in the spectacular views of the city. Return to Livorno from here.

Highlights:
  • Walking tour through the streets of Lucca, a beautifully preserved Tuscan town
  • Cycle along the city walls, admiring the incredible views 
Tour Duration: 5 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
  • An expert English-speaking guide in Lucca (3 hours)
  • Bicycle rental
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities

Day in Florence - 8 hours

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Day in Florence - 8 hours

Full day in Florence with a visit to the famous Academia museum for the David and time for shopping.

Highlights:
  • Introduction of basic history of Florence and visit of the David
  • See the famous Ponte Vecchio.
  • Leisure time for shopping at the famous leather and jewelry stores.
Tour duration: 8 hours
Tour is wheelchair is accessible
Physical activity: Moderate with fair amount of walking

Inclusions:
  • Private deluxe sedan or van 
  • Private English speaking guide 
  • Admission to view the David
  • Clients are picked up and dropped off at the Port 
Exclusions:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

Pisa and Lucca - 8 hours

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Pisa and Lucca - 8 hours

Full day to Pisa and Lucca with visit of the Tower and famous walls of Lucca.

Added Value
-Introduction to history of Pisa and Lucca
-See the famous Tower of Pisa
-Time for shopping in Lucca
 

Tour duration: 8 hours
Tour is semi wheelchair accessible
Physical activity: moderate with a fair amount of walking

Included :
  • Private deluxe sedan or van and private English speaking guide in Lucca
  • Clients are picked up and dropped off at the Port

Not included: meals

Livorno: Chianti Countryside & Wine Tasting - 8 hours

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Livorno: Chianti Countryside & Wine Tasting - 8 hours

Meet your guide and driver at the pier side of Livorno for a full day of discovery in the Chianti region of Tuscany.  Hill-towns gaze across the countryside from on high, many encircled by Etruscan walls and slender cypress trees. As you travel along the winding roads, soak up the rich panorama comprising beautiful rolling hills, vineyards and olive groves. Admire the charming hamlets and farmhouses as well as fortified villas and castles that symbolise colourful history of the region during the Middle Ages. Travel through San Casciano, Badia a Passignano, Montefioralle, Greve and Castellina on your way to the Casanova Winery.  Here you will be met by your guide for a tour of the vineyards and, of course, tastings of their fine red wines.
After lunch at your leisure, continue to the picturesque medieval town of San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its surviving towers where you may wish to see the Collegiata containing 15th-century frescoes, the Palazzo del Popolo containing Renaissance paintings or simply wander the narrow cobbled streets. 

Highlights:

Casanova Winery
San Gimignano

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Low

Inclusions:

  • Luxury car or minivan at disposal during the tour
  • An English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to the Casanova winery
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities

Livorno: Best of Florence & Pisa - 8 hours

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Livorno: Best of Florence & Pisa - 8 hours

Your English-speaking driver will meet your at Livorno pier today for the journey through Tuscany to Florence where your expert local guide will be waiting for you. As you stroll through the narrow streets, take in the lovely piazzas, churches and palaces before visiting Florence’s most famous landmark; the splendid Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore).

At the Galleria dell' Accademia, the world’s most celebrated statue awaits you. Marvel at Michelangelo's exquisite David; a colossal 17-foot nude inspired by the biblical hero renowned for heroically killing the giant Goliath. Wander along the enchanting medieval streets until you emerge out onto the open Piazza della Signoria; the centre of political life in Florence since the 14th-century.

After lunch at leisure, return to Livorno stopping briefly in Pisa to admire the famous Leaning Tower.

Highlights:

  • Florence's Duomo
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Low

Inclusions:

  • Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
  • An expert English-speaking guide in Florence (3 hours)
  • Entrance fees to the Galleria dell'Accademia
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities

Destination Guide
Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.
PRICING & STATEROOMS

Studio/Single

Superior Single Stateroom [ F-Single ]

$8,535 per person

Additional rates available

Inclusions
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Cruise Only - Cruise Only
Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above
$8,535 per person

Superior Single Stateroom

Category F-Single

Oceanview

Superior Stateroom [ E ]

$7,195 per person

Additional rates available

Inclusions
Rates
Cruise Only - Cruise Only
Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above
$7,195 per person

Superior Stateroom

Category E

Deluxe Stateroom [ D ]

$8,535 per person

Additional rates available

Inclusions
Rates
Cruise Only - Cruise Only
Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above
$8,535 per person

Deluxe Stateroom

Category D

Grand Stateroom [ C ]

$9,445 per person

Additional rates available

Inclusions
Rates
Cruise Only - Cruise Only
Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above
$9,445 per person

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Category C

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Suite

Owner's Suite [ A ]

$13,045 per person

Additional rates available

Inclusions
Rates
Cruise Only - Cruise Only
Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above
$13,045 per person

Owner's Suite

Category A

Junior Suite [ B ]

$11,245 per person

Additional rates available

Inclusions
Rates
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Combinable with Exclusive Amenities listed above
$11,245 per person

Junior Suite

Category B

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$6,295 per person

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Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy and include all gratuities and port fees.

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Departure Date
Sep 27, 2027
Number of Nights
9
Cruise Inclusions

Complimentary with your sailing:

  • Welcome champagne in suite/stateroom
  • Daily fresh fruit basket in suite/stateroom
  • All meals including nightly 4-course menu and a 5-course gala dinner
  • Fine wines from renowned winemakers
  • All coffee, tea specialties and soft drinks
  • Open bar (except premium brands)
  • Welcome and farewell cocktail
  • Bottled water on excursions
  • Gratuities and port fees
  • Curated moments
  • Beach barbecues in select destinations
  • Select Shore Excursions
  • Marina platform with use of water sports equipment such as snorkel gear, stand-up paddleboards, and towable tube (weather permitting)
  • Laundry service in suites
Available Addons
Optional shore excursions
Remarks

Rates are per person, based on double occupancy, in US Dollars, and subject to change.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.



All prices per person and in USD unless otherwise stated.
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