SEATTLE, Feb. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Windstar Cruises,
which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore
hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured
destinations, offers 64 shore excursions on 7-day Italian voyages
sailing between Venice and Rome;
Rome and Rome; and Nice and Rome.
Designed to explore Italy
intimately, the shore excursions encompass land and sea adventures,
cultural and historical experiences, food and wine tours, and
walking journeys.
Highlighted 2011 Italy Shore Excursions include:
- Amalfi, Italy: Ancient
Pompeii – Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of
Pompeii which was buried by a catastrophic eruption of Mount
Vesuvius before it was re-discovered in the 1500s. Guided tour
through Pompeii's baths, theaters, temples, markets and forum which
showcases Roman life from ancient times.
- Capri, Italy: Blue Grotto
– Step aboard a small rowboat to enter The Blue Grotto, a sea
cave, that is famous for its brilliant blue light created by
sunlight reflecting through the water.
- Livorno, Italy: Wine
Tasting and Carriage Ride at Lari – Wine tasting at Torre a
Cenaia winery, a Tuscan wine cellar, before enjoying a romantic
horse carriage ride.
- Livorno, Italy: The Leaning
Tower of Pisa – Journey to Pisa which is located 20 miles from Livorno,
and view the Leaning Tower, the Piazza de Miracoli, the Baptistry
and the historical churchyard.
- Sorrento, Italy: Boat Tour
to Positano – Private motorboat ride along the coast to
Positano, once a sleepy fishing village and to home renowned
artists, features Moorish-style houses set in luxurious
gardens.
- Portoferraio, Italy:
Countryside Drive and Wine Tasting – Visit the enchanting
village of Porto Azzurro and enjoy wine tasting at a vineyard
frequented by Emperor Napoleon.
- Rome, Italy: Private
Vatican Tour – Explore Porta di Bronzo on Viale Vaticano,
special sections of the Vatican Museums, Cappella Niccolina
(private worship place of the Pope), artwork masterpieces, the Sala
degli Ori displaying precious Etruscan jewels and St. Peter's
treasure.
- Rome, Italy: Rome
Highlights – Panoramic drive passing the Pyramid, the Circus
Maximus, Imperial Avenue, Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum, Roman
Forum, Venice Square, Triton
Fountain, Via Veneto, Borghese Gardens, Aurelian Walls, Sant'Angelo
Fortress, the ancient Hadrian Mausoleum and a visit to St. Peter's
Square (Vatican City).
- Venice, Italy: Venice
Essential Sights – With a local guide, explore St. Mark's
Square, St. Mark's Cathedral, Doge's Palace, Golden Staircase, St.
Mark's Basin and the Bridge of Sighs.
- Venice, Italy:
Venice by Gondola – Admire the beautiful sights of Venice
from a gondola, gliding along the canals accompanied by traditional
Venetian music.
For more information or to book Windstar's shore excursions,
please visit www.windstarcruises.com. Windstar's 7-day Italy
voyages sail May through October
2011, with cruise fares starting from $2,299 per person, double occupancy.
About Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their
pampering without pretense and their ability to visit the hidden
harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured
destinations. Carrying just 148 to 312 guests, the luxurious
ships of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports
throughout Europe, the
Caribbean and the Americas. For
more information including rates and itineraries contact a
professional travel agent or call Windstar at 1-800-258-7245.
Visit Windstar Cruises online at www.windstarcruises.com.
Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise
Group, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group,
LLC.
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