La Dolce Vita Cruise – 7 nights | 8 Days

DAY 1:                                 NICE – AT SEA

Arrive in Nice and embark your ship in the late afternoon, approximately 05:00 pm. Settle into your cabin before enjoying a complimentary welcome cocktail and dinner onboard. (D)

DAY 2:                                 LIVORNO, TUSCANY – AT SEA
Enjoy breakfast onboard before arriving in Livorno. Spend the day at leisure exploring independently, relaxing on the ship, or join one of the following optional excursions:

• CLASSIC: Lucca – the “City of 100 Churches,” where you’ll explore its medieval streets and landmarks, including San Frediano, San Michele in Foro, and the Cathedral of Saint Martin of Tours.
• CLASSIC: Discover the Tuscan Countryside – enjoy rolling hills, charming villages, and a Chianti wine tasting.
• DISCOVERY: A day in Florence – enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Campanile, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria, followed by free time to explore Oltrarno or San Niccolò.

Lunch and dinner included on board. In the evening, set sail for the island of Elba. (B, L, D)

DAY 3:                                 PORTOFERRAIO, ELBA – AT SEA  
Begin the morning with breakfast onboard while the ship sails into Portoferraio. Spend the morning at leisure or join an optional excursion:

• CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: Portoferraio – the guided visit explores the historic centre with its distinctive pink-hued streets and includes the Palazzina dei Mulini, Napoleon Bonaparte’s former residence, now a museum.
• LEISURE OPTION: Relax at Ghiaie Beach, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and polished white pebbles or stay onboard and enjoy the ships facilities.

Lunch and dinner included on board. Depart in the early afternoon for Alghero, Sardinia. (B, L, D)

DAY 4:                                 ALGHERO, SARDINIA – AT SEA
After breakfast, spend the morning cruising along the stunning Maddalena Archipelago, offering breathtaking coastal views. In the afternoon, the ship docks in Alghero, giving you the chance to explore the old town or relax on board. Optional excursion for the day includes:

• CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: Alghero – Enjoy a guided tour through the region’s finest medieval centres, with Catalan-influenced streets, ancient fortifications, and distinctive Aragonese towers lining the coast.

Lunch and dinner included onboard. Set sail in the late afternoon for Porto Cervo. (B, L, D)

DAY 5:                                 PORTO CERVO, SARDINIA – AT SEA
Begin your day with breakfast onboard as the ship arrives in Porto Cervo. Spend time at leisure or choose from the following optional excursions:

• CLASSIC: Porto Cervo and the Costa Smeralda – Enjoy a guided tour exploring the highlights of northern Sardinia. The classic option showcases glamorous Porto Cervo and the Costa Smeralda, with time to stroll the harbour, enjoy panoramic coastal views, and stop in Baja Sardinia for photos overlooking the Maddalena Archipelago.
• DISCOVERY: La Maddalena – Visit La Maddalena National Park, a stunning seven-island archipelago known for its sculpted coastline and natural beauty.
• DISCOVERY: Hit the beaches at Spiaggia del Principe* or Spiaggia Capriccioli*

Lunch and dinner onboard. Afternoon departure towards Porto Santo Stefano. (B, L, D)

*Important Note: The beach excursions listed are examples and can be changed at any time during the cruise due to crowds.

DAY 6:                                 PORTO SANTO STEFANO, ARGENTARIO – AT SEA

Enjoy breakfast onboard as you arrive in Porto Santo Stefano. Spend the day at leisure or join one of the optional excursions:

• CLASSIC: A day in Siena – Embark on a full-day trip to Siena, a city set on three hills and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where your guide will lead you through shaded medieval streets to the Piazza del Campo and the impressive Gothic cathedral, followed by an afternoon wandering streets lined with 14th-century tower houses, castles, and churches.
• DISCOVERY: Porto Santo Stefano – Enjoy a guided tour of Porto Santo Stefano, including the Spanish Fortress and scenic views of surrounding watchtowers.
• DISCOVERY: Hit the beaches at Feniglia Beach*.

Lunch and dinner served onboard. Enjoy a festive gala evening on board. (B, L, D)

*Important Note: The beach excursions listed are examples and can be changed at any time during the cruise due to crowds.

DAY 7:                                 LA SPEZIA, LIGURIA – AT SEA

Start the morning with breakfast onboard before docking in La Spezia. Spend the day exploring independently, relaxing on the ship, or join an optional excursion:

• CLASSIC: The Italian Riviera – Visit the charming seaside resort of Santa Margherita Ligure including a boat trip to Portofino, where you’ll enjoy stunning views of its photogenic harbour, followed by lunch back in Santa Margherita Ligure. In the afternoon, stop at Sestri Levante, a picturesque town nestled between the Bay of Silence and the Bay of Fairy Tales, with colourful pastel façades.
• DISCOVERY: The Cinque Terre by Train – Explore the Cinque Terre by train, visiting the scenic villages of Manarola, Monterosso-with lunch at a local restaurant-and Vernazza, before returning to La Spezia on foot.

Dinner served onboard. In the evening, the ship begins cruising back to Nice. (B, L, D)

DAY 8:                                 NICE
Conclude your journey with a final breakfast onboard before disembarkation in Nice. Disembarkation at approximately 09:00 am. End of services. (B)

INCLUDES:

• 7 nights’ accommodation on board the MV La Belle des Oceans
• Full board: Buffet breakfast and 2 meals daily, including welcome cocktail and gala dinner
• Unlimited drinks – house wine, beer, selected alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and water during meals and at the bar
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• Headsets for excursions
• On board entertainment and activities
• Port fees and taxes

EXCLUDES:

• Beverages from special wine and drinks list including premium spirits or speciality beverages
• Optional shore excursions
• Transfers to/from the departure/arrival ports
• Crew tips
• Passenger personal expenses
• Services such as spa treatments and massages, laundry and salon services
• Insurance

THINGS TO NOTE:

• Navigational obligations and weather conditions can disrupt the itinerary, and in certain cases, intermediate stops may be cancelled.
• Depending on mooring availabilities and weather conditions, Porto Torres could replace the port of call programmed for Alghero, Olibia for Porto Cervo, and/or Piombino for Porto Santo Stefano.
• If the weather does not permit the 15-minute crossing to Portofino will be replaced with a visit to Camogli or Chiavari instead.
• The optional excursion in the Cinque Terre is not recommended for people with difficulties walking or reduced mobility.
• The beach excursions listed are examples and can be changed at any time during the cruise because of crowds.
• The advertised cruise fare is subject to fuel surcharge adjustments. Should a fuel surcharge be imposed or increased, the cruise price may be amended at the time of confirmation or at any stage after the booking has been confirmed.