Rome, Tuscany, Cinque Terre, Portofino, Monte Carlo & Nice Wine Voyage

Description

Discover the diverse beauty of the Mediterranean and enticing vintage wines with this 7-day wine-tasting cruise of Italy, Monte Carlo and the French Riviera, featuring Rome, Grosseto, Elba Island, the Cinque Terre, Livorno, Portofino, Monte Carlo and Nice. This luxury Italy and France wine cruise of the Mediterranean aboard the exclusive SeaDream I cruise ship departs October 6th, 2018 from Civitavecchia (near Rome) and takes you on a relaxing 7-day cruise of Italy’s idyllic landscapes, as well as the exclusive luxury of Monte Carlo and ending in Nice on the French Riviera. As well as the opportunity to explore the idyllic fishing villages that line the coast in Italy and absorb the luxury atmosphere in some of the Mediterranean’s most exclusive resorts, this special Mediterranean wine cruise has been designed to enhance both your culinary and yachting experience. As a part of the wine cruise, you can enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting experience with a visiting winemaker and a luxury Champagne experience featuring artisan Champagne from HATT et SÖNER, and you will also be treated to two special evening culinary experiences, featuring an exclusive menu with selected wines to celebrate the vintages that you have discovered.

With refined accommodation aboard the SeaDream I luxury cruise ship, exclusive on-board services and catering, and the chance to visit some of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful towns and wineries, this is the perfect Italy and France wine cruise on which to discover the overwhelming beauty of this part of Europe.

Trip itinerary at a glance

• Day 1: Evening departure from Civitavecchia near Rome in Italy (boarding starts at 2pm)
• Day 2: Porto Ercole in Grosseto (Tuscany, Italy)
• Day 3: Elba Island (Tuscany, Italy) and on-board wine-tasting experience
• Day 4: Livorno (Tuscany, Italy) and the Winemaker’s Dinner
• Day 5: Portovenere on the Cinque Terre (Italy) and on-board Champagne tasting
• Day 6: Portofino (Italian Riviera) and a special degustration dinner with Champagne
• Day 7: Monte Carlo
• Day 8: Nice in France (disembarkation starts at 8am)

Pricing

Our prices include accommodation on board the SeaDream I luxury cruise ship, all gourmet meals, an open bar with select spirits, wine with lunch and dinner, use of water toys such as paddleboards, entertainment, and complimentary morning yoga, as well as access to the on-board services, such as the spa and golf simulator. The SeaDream I cruise ship accommodates a maximum of 112 guests and is fully staffed with an award-winning crew of 95, including professional chefs and waiting staff, meaning you can be sure of a high level of dedicated service. To find out more about the SeaDream I cruise ship and the luxury suites, please click on the relevant tabs at the top of the page.

Yacht Club Stateroom (Deck 2)*
£3230 per person (£6460 per cabin)                 $4199 per person ($8398 per cabin)
Yacht Club Stateroom (Deck 3)*
£3692 per person (£7384 per cabin)                 $4799 per person ($9598 per cabin)
Yacht Club Stateroom (Deck 4)*
£4076 per person (£8152 per cabin)                 $5299 per person ($10,598 per cabin)

Commodore Suite (Deck 2)*
£5692 per person (£11,384 per cabin)               $7399 per person ($14,798 per cabin)
Commodore Suite (Deck 3)*
£6768 per person (£13,536 per cabin)               $8799 per person ($17,598 per cabin)

How to book

To book this Italy and France wine cruise, please use the drop-down boxes at the top of the page to select your accommodation. Then enter the number of cabins required in the box before clicking “Add to basket” (note that the total price is based on two people sharing a double cabin). This will take you through to our reservation system, where you can enter your details. Once your reservation request has been submitted, a member of our team will be in contact to take payment and confirm your booking.

If you would prefer to speak to an adviser or you would like to find out more about this Italy, Monte Carlo and the French Riviera cruise before booking, please call a member of our friendly team on (UK) 01223 637331 or (US) 347-594-5500, or click here to send us an enquiry.

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome on board the SeaDream I
This Mediterranean cruise departs from Civitavecchia, near Rome, with boarding beginning in the evening, including a personal meet and greet with the captain. Civitavecchia is an historic port town with roots dating back to Etruscan times and has many intriguing attractions that you can enjoy before boarding, such as Forte Michelangelo, Terme Taurine and Cattedrale di San Francesco. There is also a wealth of Roman and Vatican architecture to enjoy, as well as fascinating museums.
Our recommended tours: We offer a complete holiday planning service, which means that we have the pleasure of offering you exclusive tours to enhance your experience. Before beginning your cruise, you can enjoy one of our VIP tours of Rome – simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page for more information.

Day 2: Enjoy a Tuscan adventure
On the first full day of your Mediterranean wine cruise you will dock in the idyllic port town of Porto Ercole in Monte Argentario, Grosseto, which sits on the Tuscan coast. The marina is known for its tranquil charm and pretty vistas, and features several boutique stores, cafes and restaurants. Porto Ercole is also the perfect place from which to enjoy a wine-tasting tour to Montalcino, where you can sample the famous Brunello wine, or perhaps you would prefer to enjoy an exhilarating walk to the historic castles that sit on the hills that surround the port. As the yacht anchors at Porto Ercole, you can also enjoy watersports at the SeaDream watersports marina, including paddleboarding and kayaking.
Our recommended tour: Whilst at Porto Ercole you can enjoy our Montalcino Wine-tasting Tour featuring Brunello wine or our Renaissance Walking Tour of Florence (with optional entry to the Accademia or Uffizi). Simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page for more information.

Day 3: Discover Elba Island
After discovering Tuscany’s mainland, today the SeaDream cruises a short distance west to the idyllic island of Elba. After docking at Portoferraio, you will have the chance to explore the island attractions – Portoferraio is well known as one of the region’s most beautiful coastal towns and the SeaDream generally stops just steps from the main street of Via Garibaldi. On Elba Island you can discover the sights where Napoleon passed his time while in exile on the island – we recommend seeing the Misericordia Church, Piazza Napoleone (the highest point in the town – it offers stunning views that are not to be missed) and Villa dei Molini, which is thought to have been Napoleon’s official residence. If you would prefer to enjoy the island scenery, you can borrow a mountain bike from SeaDream and explore along one of the pretty cycling trails. After your day discovering the sublime beauty of Elba Island, you will be treated to a complimentary wine-tasting experience with Chris and Andrea Mullineux, who are the expert winemakers behind Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines. In 2014 they were named South African Winery of the Year by Platter’s and Andrea was named Winemaker of the Year in 2016 by the Wine Enthusiast. As a part of the experience, you can meet this husband-and-wife duo as they share their knowledge and passion for single-vineyard wines – a truly special and unique treat that we’re sure will be a highlight of your Mediterranean wine cruise.
Our recommended tours: Whilst on Elba Island you can enjoy our Elba Discovery Tour with Wine Tasting or our Napoleon Walking Tour – simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page for more information.

Day 4: Visit Tuscany’s Renaissance gems
On day 4 of your luxury Mediterranean cruise, you will stop at Livorno on Tuscany’s coast, where you will have a full day to explore. Livorno is an excellent base from which to discover some of our favourite towns and cities in Tuscany, such as Pisa, Lucca and Florence, and we can arrange a day trip to any of these cities as a part of your Italy cruise package so that you can simply relax and look forward to your Tuscan adventure. In the evening, you will be treated to the Winemaker’s Dinner, featuring Mullineux wines. As a part of this luxury evening experience you will sit down to an elegant meal that has been expertly crafted by the SeaDream chefs to complement the glorious vintage wines of the Mullineux estate.*
Our recommended tours: We offer a range of day tours from Livorno. Choose from: a Day Tour to Pisa & Lucca with Wine Tasting, a Chianti Wine-tasting Experience or our Renaissance Walking Tour of Florence (with optional entry to the Accademia or Uffizi). To find out more, simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page.
*Note that SeaDream offers a by-the-glass pairing package for the Winemaker’s Dinner for an additional cost.

Day 5: Immerse yourself in the rugged charm of the Cinque Terre
After discover the enticing beauty of Tuscany, today you can explore the quaint charm of the Cinque Terre fishing villages. The Cinque Terre is a UNESCO-protected stretch of coastline in Liguria (Italy) that is made up of five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. The coastline is known for its rugged beauty, with colourful villas that line hills that sweep dramatically into the sparkling sea. You will have a full day on the Cinque Terre to admire the sights and perhaps stop in one of the boutique stores to buy gifts. There are also plenty of walking trails to enjoy, as well as seafront promenades with idyllic views. After absorbing the coastal beauty of this unique part of Italy you will be treated to a Champagne-tasting experience aboard the SeaDream with Joseph Ruscon – the pioneer behind HATT et SÖNER Champagne. The Ruscon family has been in the wine trade for four generations and they aspire to be one of the top ten Champagne houses in terms of quality blanc des blancs. During the evening, you will be able to taste and experience the freshness, finesse and elegance of the HATT et SÖNER Champagne and learn more about the Ruscon family – what a wonderful treat!
Our recommended tour: We highly recommend enjoying our Three Islands Boat Tour, which takes you to the spectacular Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto islands. Alternatively, for a land excursion, enjoy our Private Walking Tour of the Cinque Terre to appreciate the quaint beauty of the five fishing villages. To find out more, simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page.

Day 6: Experience luxury in Portofino
There are few resorts in Europe quite as exclusive as Portofino, which is a luxury holiday destination known for its outstanding natural beauty, colourful villas and sparkling sea waters. Sitting on the Italian Riviera, here you can be sure of the most sublime sea vistas and you will have a full day here to relax and rejuvenate in the sun. If you would like to explore the village attractions, we recommend the Castello Brown Museum and the churches of St Martin, Oratorio di Nostra Signora Assunta and St George – the latter contains some relics of saints that will intrigue those with an interest in spirituality and religion. However, if you would prefer something a little more active, stop by the Portofino Marine Park, where you can enjoy snorkeling and perhaps even see the underwater statue of the Christ of the Abyss. To complete your special day, in the evening you will be treated to a Champagne degustation dinner, featuring HATT et SÖNER. As a part of this exclusive evening experience you will sit down to an elegant meal that has been expertly crafted by the SeaDream chefs to complement the finesse of the HATT et SÖNER Champagne.*
Our recommended tour: If you want to relax in front of glorious views of the bay, we think you’ll love our Flavours of Portofino food-tasting experience, which features luxury olive oils, Italian specialties, wine and decadent desserts – yum! Or, for something cultural, enjoy our Private Boat Tour to San Fruttuoso, a 10th-century abbey with glorious architecture. To find out more, simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page.
*Note that SeaDream offers a by-the-glass pairing package for the Champagne dinner for an additional cost.

Day 7: Mingle in Monte Carlo
After discovering the untouched coastal beauty of Italy, you will cruise southwest to the exclusive resort of Monte Carlo in Monaco, which is an independent sovereign state composed of four quarters: Fontvieille (the newest), Monaco-Ville (the oldest), La Condamine and Monte Carlo – the latter of which is one of Europe’s leading tourist destinations due to its wealth of attractions and unrivalled luxury. As well as the famously decadent casinos, Monte Carlo’s top attractions are the Cathédrale Paroisse, Eglise Sainte Dévôte, Jardin Exotique et Grottes de l’Observatoire, Monaco Top Cars Collection, Musée Océanographique and of course the Palace.
Our recommended tours: We offer a selection of luxury tour experiences for your time in Monaco, including our small-group Monaco Walking Tour, featuring the famous sights of this glamorous principality. Alternatively, for something shamelessly decadent, opt for our Helicopter Tour of the French Riviera. To find out more, simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page.

Day 8: Departure in Nice
And so your luxury Mediterreanean wine voyage comes to an end today, with the SeaDream leaving you on the idyllic French Riviera in the exclusive coastal resort of Nice. Disembarkation begins at 8 am at the small port, giving you ample time to discover the famous attractions, including the city’s famous seaside promenade, the Promenade des Anglais (“the Walkway of the English”).
Our recommended tours: As a finale to your special wine cruise of the Mediterranean, why not treat yourself to one last decadence with our Food-tasting Tour of Nice, featuring the Cours Saleya Flower Market and Castel Hill. To find out more, simply click the “Tours & Land Excursions” tab at the top of the page.

Important information

Please note that this Italy and France wine cruise package does not include outbound/inbound flights or airport transfers. When booking flights from your chosen airline, we recommend that you fly into Rome Fiumicino or Ciampino Airport, and out of Nice Côte d’Azur Airport.

Alternatively, if you would prefer to take advantage of our expert travel planning service then we have the pleasure of offering you additional extras to supplement this Italy and France wine cruise package, such as:

• Return flights
• Private airport transfers with a meet and greet service
• Tours and land excursions in the ports docked at during the cruise

If you require additional extras for this Italy and France wine cruise, please contact us for a personalised quote by clicking here – we typically reply within 24 hours. You can also call a member of our friendly team on (UK) 01223 637331 or (US) 347-594-5500 to find out more.

Alternatively, to reserve this Italy and France wine cruise package online without optional extras, please use the drop-down boxes at the top of the page.

Why choose us

We think there are lots of reasons why you should choose us for your Italy, Monte Carlo and Nice wine voyage. Here are just a few, but to find out more about us, our customised Italy cruise packages and our expert holiday planning service, please contact a member of our friendly team on (UK) 01223 637331 or (US) 347-594-5500.

• Complete vacation planning service: We can arrange optional extras as a part of your Mediterranean cruise package, such as return flights, private airport transfers, and tours and land excursions, allowing you to relax knowing that all the details of your cruise package have been taken care of.
• ATOL protection: We are ATOL protected and full members of ABTA, ASTA and AFTA, which means that, no matter what, your holiday money is safe.
• Award-winning customer service: We were recently awarded the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award for our customised Italy holidays and 5-star customer service, and we have also been honoured with the Zicasso Top Travel Specialist Award for our hand-crafted Europe tours.
• Italy experts: We are experts in travel around Italy and every one of our travel specialists was born and raised in Italy or has lived there, meaning we know Italy like no other!

If you are interested in booking this Italy and France wine cruise package, please contact a member of our friendly team on (UK) 01223 637331 or (US) 347-594-5500. Alternatively, please click here to send an online enquiry and we will get back to you right away – typically within 24 hours.