Civitavecchia – Piraeus · 11–20 September 2027

Civitavecchia greets arriving ships with a broad working harbour, sea walls, ferries and a stretch of Tyrrhenian coastline that feels more practical than picturesque at first glance. Just beyond the port, you can find an old seafront town atmosphere, waterfront promenades and views toward the Lazio coast, with Rome lying further inland as the great nearby draw.

Arriving by ship, Ponza greets you with pastel houses climbing above a busy harbour and steep volcanic cliffs dropping into clear blue water. Nearby, you can wander into the lively waterfront streets or head along the coast to discover rocky coves, sea views, and the island’s relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere.

Arriving by ship at Lipari, you are greeted by a bright Mediterranean harbour backed by steep volcanic slopes and a town rising above the waterfront. Nearby, you can head toward the old quarter and hilltop fortifications for sweeping views, while the island’s white pumice tones, dark rock and clear sea give the whole place a vivid, sunlit atmosphere.

Approaching Taormina by sea, you are greeted by a dramatic Sicilian coastline of steep green hills, rocky headlands and clear blue water, with the town perched high above rather than directly on the quay. Nearby, you can head up toward Taormina for sweeping views, elegant streets and the famous ancient Greek Theatre, while the shoreline below has a relaxed holiday feel.

Arriving in Crotone, you come to a working harbour on Calabria’s Ionian coast, with a broad sweep of sea, modern waterfront areas, and the old town rising nearby. A short trip from the port brings you to the historic centre and seafront, where the atmosphere is sunny, relaxed, and distinctly southern Italian.

Approaching Parga by sea, you are greeted by a steep green coastline, clear Ionian waters and a town climbing the hillside in a bright mix of houses and waterfront life. From the harbour area, the atmosphere feels relaxed and summery, with nearby bays, beaches and the old castle above town creating one of the most picturesque views on this coast.

Katakolon is a small Greek port with a relaxed seaside feel, where low waterfront buildings, fishing boats and excursion traffic create an easy holiday atmosphere as you come ashore. Nearby, the coast of western Peloponnese offers sunny beaches and gentle hills, and the ancient site of Olympia is the best-known place to visit inland.

Arriving at Pylos, you come into a calm natural bay framed by green hills and a small waterfront town with an easy, unhurried feel. Nearby, visitors can enjoy the broad square, sea views across Navarino Bay, and short trips to the area’s historic forts and sandy Mediterranean coastline.

Approaching Monemvasia by sea, you are greeted by a dramatic rocky islet crowned with stone walls and clustered houses, one of the most striking coastal silhouettes in Greece. From the port area, the famous fortified town lies nearby and the whole setting feels atmospheric, sun-washed, and quietly timeless.

Piraeus is a vast, busy harbour where ferries, fishing boats and cargo traffic create an unmistakably maritime first impression. From the port you are close to Athens, with the city's historic sights nearby, while around Piraeus itself you can find marinas, waterfront promenades and a lively urban Greek atmosphere.