Amalfi Coast cruises unveil one of Europe’s most theatrical shorelines, where pastel-hued villages spill over plunging cliffs and tiny fishing harbors are sandwiched between the mountains and the sparkling sea. Stroll the tangled alleys of glamorous Positano and gorgeous Amalfi, where houses are draped in shocking pink bougainvillea and frothy wisteria.
Breathe in the scent of Amalfi’s famously oversized lemons; they’re everywhere, squeezed over fritto misto in a paper cone, blitzed into the sharp, frosty bliss of a granita, or perfuming adorable lemon-shaped soaps that beg to be taken home. On an Italy cruise, Naples and Salerno are the ports of call that serve as gateways to this coveted destination.
Amalfi Coast Cruise Highlights
Beautiful Beaches
The Amalfi Coast has been a summer playground for the elite since the days of the Roman Empire. When you set foot on the glorious beaches, you’ll understand why. Cool off in the cobalt-blue water off impossibly pretty Positano. Bask on the warm sand of Maiori Beach, lapped by aquamarine waves. Bathe in crystal-clear water from Capri’s pebbly beaches before relaxing with an ice-cold limoncello spritz.
Delicious Italian Food
The Amalfi Coast is close to Naples, the home of pizza, so a world-class Margherita or marinara is a given anywhere in the region. But there’s much more to try. Pick up a cuoppo Napolitano, a paper cone of lightly battered seafood, perfect with a squeeze of lemon. Savor the simplicity of a perfect Caprese salad, featuring buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, and fresh basil. Don’t miss sfogliatelle, shell-shaped pastries oozing with orange and cinnamon-fragranced ricotta.
Magnificent Scenery
Clinging to the southern edge of the Sorrentine Peninsula, the craggy Amalfi Coast is extraordinarily beautiful. Precipitous cliffs plunge straight into the sapphire sea, villages in shades of terracotta and rose spilling down to the water’s edge. Lush vineyards and fragrant lemon groves cover neat terraces. Rocky hiking trails trace the clifftops, the scent of wild herbs on the breeze. Close by, from the north shore of the peninsula, the brooding hulk of Vesuvius looms over the Bay of Naples.
Departure Ports
Naples
Dynamic Naples reveals its layers slowly as you explore. You’re only 38 miles from fragrant Amalfi here, so a day trip is easy. But there are other temptations. Don’t miss Pompeii, a poignant glimpse into life in AD 79, frozen in the ashes of Vesuvius. Marvel at the treasures of the National Archaeological Museum and peek through the glass floors of Castel Nuovo to the original Roman streets. Seek out the perfect Margherita pizza, an essential flavor of the city; you won’t have to look far.
Salerno
Just 16 miles east of Amalfi, Salerno is a bustling port that serves as the gateway to exquisite Amalfi Coast destinations such as Positano and Ravello. Ferries buzz back and forth to glamorous Capri, while the archaeological site of Pompeii is less than 40 minutes’ drive away. In Salerno, explore the tangled alleys of the historic center and stroll the leafy seafront promenade where you can stop for gelato, gazing toward the mountains of the Sorrentine Peninsula.
Amalfi Coast Cruise Itineraries
Cruises to the Amalfi Coast will take you to some of the most captivating destinations across the Mediterranean and beyond, with itineraries ranging from seven to 12 nights. Cruises depart from Rome, Barcelona, Ravenna, or Athens, with either Naples or Salerno serving as your gateway to the glorious Amalfi Coast.
Itineraries
Why Cruise to the Amalfi Coast With Celebrity Cruises
On a cruise to the Amalfi Coast, every detail is elevated, from globally-inspired cuisine to state-of-the-art venues where you can relax, unwind, savor, and indulge. On Celebrity Ascent and Celebrity Xcel, gaze over the sparkling Mediterranean from the Magic Carpet, high above the ocean with uninterrupted views. Inhale the fragrance of fresh grass at The Lawn Club on Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Eclipse. Soak up the sunshine next to the shimmering pool and soothe mind and body in The Spa. Enjoy attentive, intuitive service from the moment you step on board.
Enhance your experience further with The Retreat, where you’ll enjoy beautiful suite accommodations, an exclusive lounge, and fine dining in Luminae at The Retreat. You’ll never settle for anything less.
