Marghera-Fusina, Italy Cruise from Venice to Civitavecchia — 15 Days

14 nights · Marghera-Fusina, Italy · Departs Venice (Marghera-Fusina, Italy) · Visiting Rovinj, Sibenik, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Monopoli, Siracusa, Lipari Island, Sorrento, Ponza Island, Palmarola Island, Civitavecchia-Rome, Saint-Florent, Portoferraio · Aboard Star Clippers on the Royal Clipper

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Cruise lineStar Clippers
ShipRoyal Clipper
Duration14 nights
Port calls14
From fare$4,480 per person
Year built2000
Guests227
Cabins112
Crew106
Length133 m
Beam16 m
Cruising speed14.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    Venice, Marghera-Fusina, Italy

    Arrive in Venice by water, where the lagoon’s canals replace ordinary streets. St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace anchor the celebrated Piazza San Marco. Take a vaporetto along the Grand Canal, then explore a quieter neighborhood on foot. Confirm your ship’s terminal and transfer arrangements before setting out; cruise access varies. Near Rialto, the market and bridge offer a lively glimpse of the city’s trade. Give yourself time to leave the main routes and follow smaller canals.

  2. Day 2

    Rovinj, Croatia

    Rovinj rises above Istria’s western shore, its old town gathered on a peninsula. Follow narrow lanes uphill to St Euphemia’s Church and its landmark bell tower. From the summit, look across red roofs, harbor boats, and the Adriatic. Along the waterfront, restaurants serve Istrian seafood and local wines. Allow time for the marina and nearby coves; the center is best explored on foot. Rovinj rewards a slow walk, particularly in the quieter morning hours.

  3. Day 3

    Sibenik, Croatia

    Šibenik pairs a working waterfront with a medieval centre climbing the hillside. The Cathedral of St James, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built entirely from stone. From St Michael’s Fortress, take in broad views across the islands, then explore the cafés and narrow lanes below. Four historic fortresses speak to the city’s strategic past. Krka National Park is a rewarding excursion inland.

  4. Day 4

    Dubrovnik, Croatia, Port Gruz

    Spend a day inside Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, best explored on foot. Walk the city walls for close views of fortifications, roofs, and harbor. Then follow Stradun to Rector’s Palace and the Franciscan monastery. Book wall access in advance during busy months, and start early in summer. Mount Srđ offers a higher view, reached by cable car or road. Leave time for side lanes; their quieter corners reveal the city’s daily rhythm.

  5. Day 5

    Kotor, Montenegro

    At the head of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, the old town sits beneath steep mountains. Enter through the Sea Gate and follow stone lanes to St Tryphon’s Cathedral. Venetian-era walls frame squares, churches, and cafés within a compact UNESCO-listed center. For a broader view, climb toward San Giovanni Fortress; the steps are demanding. Take water and allow time for the ascent, especially in summer heat. From the harbor, the bay’s changing light makes a memorable arrival and departure.

  6. Day 6

    Monopoli, Italy

    Monopoli rewards a slower arrival. Fishing boats still line its old harbor, and whitewashed lanes lead into a compact historic centre. At the waterfront, the 16th-century Castle of Charles V overlooks the port. Nearby, the cathedral honors the Madonna della Madia, whose icon, local tradition says, arrived by sea. Come ashore for Adriatic light, fresh seafood, and the pleasures of Puglia’s limestone streets.

  7. Day 8

    Siracusa, Sicily Italy, Syracuse

    Siracusa rewards visitors who look beyond its handsome waterfront. On Ortigia, the old island heart, Greek temples, Baroque palaces and lively markets sit within an easy walk. Across the channel, Neapolis Archaeological Park preserves a Greek theatre, Roman amphitheatre and the famed Ear of Dionysius. Pause for granita or fresh seafood, then watch the light soften over the Ionian Sea.

  8. Day 9

    Lipari Island, Aeolian Islands Sicily

    Lipari, the largest of Sicily’s Aeolian Islands, rewards visitors with volcanic landscapes and a lively waterfront. From the port, walk into Lipari town to explore its cathedral, castle precinct and excellent archaeological museum. Beyond town, white pumice cliffs, dark lava slopes and clear-water coves reveal the island’s restless geology. Allow time for a boat trip: neighboring islands rise sharply from the Tyrrhenian Sea, each with a distinct volcanic character.

  9. Day 10

    Sorrento, Italy

    Sorrento rises above the Bay of Naples, facing Mount Vesuvius across water busy with ferries. From here, ferries connect with Capri, while the town rewards a slower day among old lanes, churches, and sea-view terraces. Follow the scent of citrus to shops selling Sorrento lemons, locally made limoncello, and finely crafted marquetry. Then pause over lunch: the region’s seafood and Campanian produce are best enjoyed without hurry.

  10. Day 11

    Ponza Island, Italy

    Ponza is the largest island in the Pontine archipelago, set off Lazio’s coast between Rome and Naples. Arrive by ferry, and pastel houses climb above a harbour where fishing boats share the water with sleek yachts. Beyond town, Roman-era grottoes, clear coves and volcanic cliffs reward a day spent exploring by boat. On land, follow winding roads to beaches and viewpoints. Return for seafood as the sun sets over the Tyrrhenian Sea.

  11. Day 11

    Palmarola Island, Italy

    Palmarola is the Pontine Islands’ wild outpost, a short boat ride west of Ponza. Uninhabited and without a harbour, it is reached by boat, with landings shaped by sea conditions. Volcanic cliffs rise above clear water, framing sea caves and small coves that reward a swim or a slow cruise. Come for the stark geology and unbuilt shoreline; bring what you need, and let Ponza handle the comforts.

  12. Day 12

    Civitavecchia-Rome, Italy

    Your ship docks at Civitavecchia, Rome’s seaport, about 50 miles northwest of the capital. Rome’s great monuments are within reach, but the port town rewards a closer look. Walk the waterfront to Forte Michelangelo, a 16th-century fortress begun under Pope Julius II; explore the old streets and market. Prefer a quieter day? The town’s seafront and nearby beaches offer an easy change of pace. Choose Rome for art and antiquity, or Civitavecchia for coastal life beyond the terminal.

  13. Day 13

    Saint-Florent, Corsica France

    Saint-Florent brings Corsica’s quieter side into view, where a handsome marina meets the clear waters of the Gulf of Saint-Florent. Above the waterfront, the Genoese citadel surveys a compact old town of stone lanes, cafés and fishing boats. From here, boat trips reach the beaches of the Désert des Agriates, among Corsica’s most memorable stretches of coast. Inland, Patrimonio’s vineyards offer a compelling reason to linger over local wines before returning to the harbor.

  14. Day 14

    Portoferraio, Elba Island Italy

    Portoferraio rises above Elba’s deep-blue harbor, its honey-colored walls reflecting the ambition of Cosimo I de’ Medici. Walk the steep lanes between the Medici fortresses, then visit Villa dei Mulini, Napoleon’s residence during his 1814–15 exile. Beyond the old town, clear coves and pale beaches invite a swim. Vineyards and coastal roads reward a longer stay. This is Tuscany with salt air and a storied past.

  15. Day 15

    Civitavecchia-Rome, Italy

    Your ship docks at Civitavecchia, Rome’s seaport, about 50 miles northwest of the capital. Rome’s great monuments are within reach, but the port town rewards a closer look. Walk the waterfront to Forte Michelangelo, a 16th-century fortress begun under Pope Julius II; explore the old streets and market. Prefer a quieter day? The town’s seafront and nearby beaches offer an easy change of pace. Choose Rome for art and antiquity, or Civitavecchia for coastal life beyond the terminal.

Royal Clipper Cruises

Published August 26, 2026
Last updated October 11, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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