Naples
While Milan may be home to all things chic, Florence to all that is worthy in art and Rome to historical grandeur, Naples can outdo them all in one count with its sheer ‘Napoletanità’!
A UNESCO world heritage centre of breathtaking beautyWhile Milan may be home to all things chic, Florence to all that is worthy in art and Rome to historical grandeur, Naples can outdo them all in one count with its sheer ‘Napoletanità’!
Take a trip to Capri, the ‘island of love’ and sample a taste of the Italian bella vita in its truest form. All this and more await you, to help you create some unforgettable memories of your MSC Mediterranean cruise vacation. |
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Directions
The port is a 5-7 minute walk from Piazza Municipio, across a busy main road and towards the Maschio Angioino.
Port average temperature
Naples enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm to hot, dry summers. The mild climate and the geographical richness of the bay of Naples made it famous during Roman times, when emperors chose the city as a favorite holiday location.
The temperate figures shown are based on monthly average weather conditions for the selected port. Weather data is not real-time, and sometimes no data is shown for a specific date, month or port in general.
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NAP01 - POMPEII - 4 hours - 2012
Leave the port and drive towards Pompeii, a town completely destroyed during the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The excursion includes a guided walking tour of this large archaeological site which has been perfectly preserved under a layer of volcanic ash. We will also visit the coral factory on the way back to the port.Please note: this excursion includes long walking on uneven ground; there are big slabs of stone in the streets of Pompeii so this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair.
Price per person $71.00 Adults $50.00 Children
NAP02 - NAPLES HISTORIC CENTRE - 4 hours - 2012 
Depart from the port to the famous "Posillipo" district, situated high on a hill and which we will reach by driving through the most important and attractive streets in Naples. The excursion continues with visits to the famous Principe Umberto I's Gallery, San Carlo Theatre (exterior view) and Piazza Plebiscito. Short amount of free time for shopping and to visit the San Lorenzo Church tucked away in the historic centre of the ancient Greco-Roman city.Please note: the tour involves a long walking tour. The visit to the church is subject to the Bishop's approval and the programme will be reconfirmed onboard.
Price per person $57.00 Adults $40.00 Children
NAP03 - CAPRI ISLAND TOUR - 5 hours - 2012 
Transfer by ferry or hydrofoil to the beautiful Marina Grande in Capri from where you will board a minibus to reach Capri centre. We will tour the island in small minivans and you will have free time to explore the charming streets that surround the famous Piazzetta Umberto I. There is also a visit to the splendid Villa San Michele which belonged to the Swedish psychiatrist Axel Munthe and which is built on the ruins of a Roman villa.Please note: the transfer to Capri may be carried out by public or private hydrofoil/catamaran. This excursion is not scheduled during November to February (inclusive).
Price per person $98.00 Adults $69.00 Children
NAP04 - EXCURSION TO VESUVIUS - 4 hours - 2012 Drive to the imposing Mount Vesuvius which dominates the Bay of Naples and is one of the symbols of the town. Enjoy a guided walking tour from the eruptive dent to the crater where you can see the bed of lava and look out over the beautiful Gulf of Naples.Please note: wear comfortable walking shoes for the 30-minute climb up to the crater. In case of bad weather the tour programme will take guests on a panoramic tour of Naples.
Price per person $67.00 Adults $47.00 Children
NAP05 - THE ROYAL PALACE OF CASERTA - 4 hours - 2012 
A 45-minute bus transfer will take you to Caserta to visit the magnificent Royal Palace, built by Carlo III of Bourbon, one of the Bourbon kings of Naples. Modelled on the Palace of Versailles, this spectacular baroque masterpiece is one of the finest examples of architecture from the Borbonic period; we will look around the opulent rooms and have time at leisure in the extensive park before returning to the ship.Price per person $62.00 Adults $43.00 Children
NAP07 - SORRENTO - 4.5 hours - 2012 One of the pearls of the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento is surrounded by limestone hills, where olive trees and citrus groves show off a quintessential Italian landscape to all those who visit this delightful town. We will leave the port of Naples and reach Sorrento after a one-hour drive that takes us through the little villages of the coast. Our walking tour will start in Piazza Tasso and continue in the historic narrow streets of this unique town. We will walk to the "Sedil Dominova" XV century loggia, before visiting the Cathedral and San Francesco's Church, home to a charming cloister and gardens that offer a wonderful view over the Marina Grande harbour. Free time before returning to Naples.Please note: this is a walking-only tour and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties.
Price per person $53.00 Adults $37.00 Children
NAP09 - THE SOLFATARA & TASTE OF NAPLES ( about 4 hours ) - 2011-2012 Leave the port and drive towards Pozzuoli to visit the Solfatara Crater, the most interesting volcano in the area known as "Campi Flegrei". One of around forty craters scattered over an area of more than 33 hectares, the Solfatara is a natural oasis where you will have the opportunity to see volcanic phenomena such as fumaroles, mofettes and mud pools. You will then proceed to Pozzuoli, the ancient "Borgo Marinaro", which was a famous port in Roman times. While sitting in your bus, your guide will point out the most interesting sites of the ancient settlement. Return to Naples by bus and stop at a café where you can taste traditional Neapolitan cake and pastries.Note : this tour involves 1 hour walking ; we suggest to wear comfortable shoes.
Price per person $59.00 Adults $41.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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