Itinerary: Cruise from Southampton – Gibraltar – Cartagena (Spain) – Propriano (Corsica) – Olbia (Sardinia) – Sorrento – Salerno – Cagliari (Sardinia) – Lisbon – Return to Southampton.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Southampton
- Gibraltar: Cable car to the Upper Rock for long views and tunnels. St Michael’s Cave offers a cool underground pause. Main Street sits minutes from the cable car: a small place, strong viewpoints.
- Cartagena (Spain): Roman theatre and castle overlook a sheltered bay. The naval museum and waterfront make a simple pair. Flat streets keep it easy. History and the harbour are close together.
- Propriano (Corsica): Low-rise quays and a mountain backdrop. Coastal paths and small beaches sit within reach. Cafés line the front. Quiet stop with soft scenery.
- Olbia (Sardinia): Gateway to the Costa Smeralda. Wander the old town or take a bus to a nearby beach. Archaeological sites dot the outskirts—a light day with options.
- Sorrento: Clifftop streets and Bay of Naples views. Ferries run to Capri; Amalfi drives are possible with time. Lemon groves and small churches fill the lanes—a classic base for wide horizons.
- Salerno: Broad promenade and a working port near the Amalfi road. The medieval centre and cathedral sit just behind. Gardens at Minerva offer a quiet corner—a straightforward slice of Campania.
- Cagliari (Sardinia): Bastions and narrow lanes above the harbour. The cathedral and museums cluster in Castello. Poetto Beach is a quick ride away: city views and shore in one stop.
- Lisbon: River city of hills and tiles. Belém’s monastery and tower pair well; Alfama rewards a slower wander. Trams and ferries make hops simple—a calm end before the sea day home.