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Sail Italy: Amalfi to Procida

5 Days | The sparkling Mediterranean below, the charming pastel villages of Amalfi above

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5 days

Start

Amalfi, Italy

Finish

Procida, Italy

Trip Code

ZSRE

Min Age

Trip Size

1 - 8

Physical Rating

Transport

Boat

Accommodation

Overnight boat (4 nights)

From £1,007(5 days)

Trip Informations

Rugged coastal mountains dotted with pastel cliffside villages and deep blue oceans lapping the shores of pebbled beaches – the Amalfi Coast is as relaxing as it is remarkable. Drift along Italy’s coastlines for five days and set sail to Amalfi, Capri, Ischia and Procida. Visit the home of mythical sirens, explore the ancient holiday homes of great Roman emperors and discover the spectacular natural phenomenon of the Blue Grotto. Hike along historic trails past olive groves, vineyards, lemon orchards and charming villages, stop daily swims in the glittering waters and sample mouth-watering Italian cuisine alongside regional wines. With a local leader to show you the way and plenty of time moored at port stops for your own exploration, the Amalfi Coast has never been so cruisy.

Why you’ll love this trip

Step back in time among Amalfi's olive groves, ancient villages and medieval architecture. This town retains a rustic charm, and you’ll have plenty of time to explore before you set sail.

Discover the holiday destination of Roman emperors – the idyllic city of Capri. Let the isle’s history captivate you as you spend the day exploring with your small group.

With its pastel buildings and tranquil marina, mooring colourful Procida is ideal for relaxation by the sea with an aperitif – or exploring on foot and finding the best photo spot.

Explore the caves of Capri’s Grotta Azzura (the Blue Grotto) and swim daily in the glittering waters of the Mediterranean. Then, spend every night falling asleep to the gentle rock of waves on board your group’s yacht.

When you’re not watching the sunset on deck or exploring the coastal towns akin to paradise, you’ll be eating! With delicious regional cuisine and local, freshly caught seafood every day, you definitely won’t go hungry in Italy.

By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Cooperativa Coraggio. Donations help them regenerate 22 hectares of unused public land to create local jobs and produce organic food in Italy.

Is this trip right for you?

As most of this trip takes place on a sailing boat, you’ll need to feel comfortable with moving about the vessel, including using stairs. If you’re prone to seasickness, it is advised that you bring some tablets from home.

A Zodiac is used to transport passengers from the boat to the mainland when you’re not docked at the marina. Zodiacs can sometimes be awkward to climb in and out of, but a sense of humour and a can-do attitude is all you need.

This is an adventure on board a real yacht, which means living spaces, cabins, bathrooms and showers need to be shared with other passengers. Sleeping quarters can be relatively compact, but you will spend most of your time above board in the open air.

Itinerary

DAY 1
Amalfi
Benvenuto! Welcome to Italy. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 1 pm in Amalfi today. After stopping by the local supermarket with your group leader to pick up supplies for your sail, the rest of the day is yours to discover Amalfi. With your free time, you could check out the medieval architecture of Sant' Andrea Cathedral and Cappuccini Convent. You may like to walk along the narrow trails through olive groves, vineyards and ancient villages. While the trails are steep and full of stairs, there are spectacular views over the ocean at regular intervals. This evening, why not join an optional dinner with your group and feast on local seafood and gelato? Tonight will be your first night on board the boat.
Accommodation
Overnight boat (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Add on activities
Catterdrale di Sant'Andrea & Chiostro del Paradiso - EUR3
Museo dell Carta entrance - EUR4
Grotta dello Smeraldo entrance - EUR6
Grotta dello Smeraldo - by boat - EUR5
Grotta dello Smeraldo by Bus - EUR2
Special information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your booking agent and hotel reception know.
Your skipper will collect the trip kitty of EUR 40 at the meeting today. If you have any special dietary requirements, just notify your booking agent.
The beauty of sailing is that each day is unique, and while you have a destination to reach, if the weather changes or something takes the group’s fancy, the skipper is flexible on the day's itinerary.
DAY 2
Capri
Today, set sail to the Isle of Capri – once home to the magnificent holiday palaces of the Roman emperors. After you arrive in Capri, there is an optional excursion in a small motorboat to circumnavigate the Isle of Capri. View the island and its impressive cliffs and many grottos – including the green, white and famous Blue Grotto. To enter the Blue Grotto, you'll need to switch to a smaller rowboat, and although swimming in the grotto isn’t permitted, there’s a small platform close by where you can take a dip. After, there will be time to catch the bus to the Town of Capri or visit the hillside town of Anacapri. If you head there, it's worth visiting the Villa San Michele – the former home to a Swedish doctor that's built on the ruins of a Roman villa. Make your way to Capri Town by the Phoenician Steps (Scala Fenicia), a long, steep stairway linking the towns of Capri and Anacapri. A moderate fitness level and comfortable shoes are required if you decide to climb the steps.
Accommodation
Overnight boat (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Add on activities
Capri - Blue Grotto Boat Tour - Per Group - EUR160
Capri - Blue Grotto Entrance - EUR14
Anacapri - Villa San Michele entrance - EUR5
Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo entrance - EUR2
Capri Cable Car return ticket - EUR4
Special information
Your sailing time today will be approximately 3 to 4 hours. Access to the grotto will be closed if sea conditions are considered too rough.
In July and August the mooring in Capri can be very busy, so after your visit to Capri, we may need to sail onto Procida in the afternoon where you will stay overnight.
DAY 3
Forio, Ischia
This morning after breakfast, leave Capri and set sail toward Forio, in the north of Ischia Island. Ischia is a volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples, known for its mineral-rich thermal waters and hot springs. Along the way, stop for a swim in the idyllic waters and arrive in Forio in the afternoon. Tonight, you’re free to explore this little paradise on foot or partake in one of the optional activities your skipper recommends. As this is the most populated town on the island, there are lots of little restaurants and delicious spots to eat – your skipper will also know all the best dinner options, so you can find exactly what you’re in the mood for.
Accommodation
Overnight boat (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Special information
Your sailing time today will be approximately 5 hours.
DAY 4
Procida
This morning after breakfast, you’ll sail towards the island of Procida. Stop for a swim along the way, arriving in colourful Procida by the afternoon. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the beautiful town on foot – chase the perfect photo, people watch at a café or visit the Palazzo d’Avalos, the island’s former prison. Tonight, sail to the main marina, stopping along the way at Marina Della Carricella to see one of the most photographed parts of the island. Then you can enjoy an optional group dinner in the town of rabbit stew or seafood, accompanied by a couple of glasses of local wine and some Limoncello. What better way to cap off a great sailing trip?
Accommodation
Overnight boat (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Special information
Your sailing time today will be approximately 3 hours.
DAY 5
Procida
There are no activities planned for today so you’re free to leave any time after breakfast. If you wish to spend more time here, just speak to your booking agent.
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.

Inclusions

Transport

Boat

Accommodation

Overnight boat (4 nights)

Add on activities

Catterdrale di Sant'Andrea & Chiostro del Paradiso - EUR3

Museo dell Carta entrance - EUR4

Grotta dello Smeraldo entrance - EUR6

Grotta dello Smeraldo - by boat - EUR5

Grotta dello Smeraldo by Bus - EUR2

Capri - Blue Grotto Boat Tour - Per Group - EUR160

Capri - Blue Grotto Entrance - EUR14

Anacapri - Villa San Michele entrance - EUR5

Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo entrance - EUR2

Capri Cable Car return ticket - EUR4

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START TIME:

This trip starts on Day 1 in Amalfi at 1 pm and finishes in Procida on the morning of Day 5 depending on weather conditions.

**Got extra time? For a more encompassing sailing experience why not consider our 8 day Amalfi Sailing Adventure? For more information enter trip code ZSRAC**

ACCOMMODATION ONBOARD THIS SAILING YACHT

This trip is accommodated entirely on board a yacht of between 48ft to 52ft. A typical yacht for 8 travellers is equipped with 4 double share cabins, 2/3 shared bathrooms and 2 showers. Our boats are real yachts and this is a real sailing trip. Yachts are designed to keep sleeping areas to the absolute minimum of space, while maximising common areas as much as possible.

Rooms are allocated on arrival by our skipper according to group composition, which means it is not possible to reserve or guarantee any specific berth or cabin. Single passengers will be paired up with another passenger of the same gender, this will mean sharing a double cabin with a double mattress. Everyone including the skipper shares the bathrooms on board.

While not everyone may feel entirely comfortable living in such close quarters, those who are looking to revel in the adventure and exhilaration of an authentic sailing trip usually find any discomfort from cramped living conditions is more than made up for by the whole experience.

PASSPORT DETAILS:

Please provide full passport details at time of booking including exact name as per passport, date of birth, nationality, issue and expiry dates as these are essential for booking services on this trip.

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION:

Please note that the majority of our sailing trips start and/or finish at a marina or port. If you have pre-booked any additional accommodation through us, you will need to make your own way to the joining point on Day 1 and from the finish point on the final day. We do not provide transfers between hotels and the port/marina. Please check the Essential Trip Information for details.

SNORKELLING

There are many opportunities for snorkelling during this trip. Diving masks, snorkels and fins are provided onboard the yacht and are for use by all passengers. They are disinfected prior to use. Some customers may prefer to bring their own diving mask and snorkel from home and just use the fins available on board.

TRIP KITTY:

On this trip it's compulsory to contribute to a kitty of EUR50 per person. The kitty is an on-ground payment put into a central fund managed by travellers. It helps fund for breakfast and lunch on the boat and other small items such as ice, water, snacks and drinks. Travellers are responsible for the preparation of these meals onboard and to shop at port where supermarkets are often very close to the mooring. Kitty amounts are subject to change to reflect local price increases. On day 1, the skipper will talk through the kitty and how it will be managed (by yourself or fellow travellers) The kitty will be collected when you arrive at the welcome meeting or in stages throughout your trip.

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DAY 5
Procida
There are no activities planned for today so you’re free to leave any time after breakfast. If you wish to spend more time here, just speak to your booking agent.
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.