La Spezia question...

[pixie08]

Hi everyone! I know that Florence is a major attraction from La Spezia (I read many reviews that were less than thrilled) but I am not sure I want to dedicate that kind of travel time (I hope to get back to Tuscany some day soon anyway!) so I was wondering if there were any other tours offered in 2007 like of the Italian country side, wineries etc. I would like to see Pisa. Thanks!

PS - Disney has not released the excursions yet so I appreciate any feedback!

[kcashner]

Florence is a magnificent city, but there's no way that one day can do it justice. I think I spent a week there on my "grand tour" of Europe and it's definitely on the list of places I'd go back to. That said, I don't think I'd do it as a day trip from a cruise ship. It's easy to do on your own on a land trip, it's relatively inexpensive (compared to some cities), and you need more TIME!

[shushh]

Here is a link to the 2007 med cruise excursions for some sort of idea on what may be offered for 2010.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruis...-repo-med.html

[pixie08]

Thanks shushh that is exactly what I was looking for!

Kcashner- I agree...plus that ride just seems like so long- 5hrs? I will go stir crazy lol!

[Anal Annie]

Originally Posted by shushh

Here is a link to the 2007 med cruise excursions for some sort of idea on what may be offered for 2010.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruis...-repo-med.html

Exclusive VIP Motorboat Cruise of Naples (9 - 9.5 hours )
Embark on a VIP tour of the seaside villages of Naples aboard a private motorboat and revel in the timeless beauty of Sorrento, Positano or Capri.

- Be dazzled by the spectacular coastal views and breathtaking blue sky of the Italian Riviera as you embark on a 30-minute coastal drive to a picture-perfect marina. Once there, board your very own private motorboat and prepare to be whisked away on one of three fun-filled itineraries that will take you to two world-renowned seaside villages in Italy. Your choice of itinerary includes Sorrento and Positano, Sorrento and Capri, or Positano and Capri.

Explore the cliff-side village of Sorrento, famous for the flower-lined boulevard of Corso Italia, the 19th-century Basilica of Saint Antonio and the Correale Museum, home to a myriad of wondrous Neapolitan art. Journey to the isle of Capri and lose yourself in the historic museums and gardens at Villa San Michele or revel in the spectacular seaside views of the Faraglioni rocks from the ancient Roman Gardens of Augustus. Discover the intimate charm of Positano as you delight in a shopping adventure amidst one of the many designer boutiques, luxury stores and seaside cafés, and visit the age-old glory of Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral. During your-jet boat journey, savor an authentic Italian lunch at a five-star restaurant and stop for a refreshing dip amidst the striking surroundings of a secluded cove. Finally, as your whirlwind tour of the islands draws to a close, wind down with a relaxing 30-minute motor coach ride back to the ship.
Price: $1,500 (ages 10 and up)(Adult), N/A(Child)

Seriously? Is that for real? And was that per person????

[xangav]

We really wanted to do Florence as well but the ride was too long for us as well. Especially since Rome took alot out of us. We did the Pisa tour and it was nice and relaxing. We didn't get to go up in the tower as that was already booked.

[pixie08]

Annie- I know...are they serious? Well I am sure there are some folks on the boat who could afford that. Imagine a family of four

xangav- yeah I think that's what we are going to do. Did you have time afterward to walk around one of the cinque terre towns if you wanted to? (on your own after excursion?)

We are deciding between the Pisa thing and a wine tour sort of thing. i guess I will make my decision after the excursions come out...oh and after I book my trip which I am doing today.

[pixie08]

oooh so according to an article I just read (in a post on the board) they may be offering a cooking school session at a vineyard this time around. Now here's hoping that it is not a fortune because dh would looove this!