An Italian Odyssey – Star Flyer Cruise Cabins

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Departing the UK your adventure begins in Roma with a meet and greet by WingsItaly at the airport , then it is a private transfer to Viterbo. Depending on flight times and arrival a group dinner is included in the hotel in Viterbo. Viterbo is a small off-the-beaten track city full of medieval architecture and is fortunate to be surrounded by thermal springs, Viterbo is also famous for the San Pellegrino district featuring perfectly preserved medieval architecture, such as the Palazzo dei Papi in Piazza San Lorenzo.

Day 2 - After breakfast it’s time to explore Viterbo. In the afternoon there is an option for a private transfer to visit to a local vineyard for wine tasting then back to the hotel where a group meal will be arranged at your own expense in a local restaurant.

Day 3 - Checking out of the hotel after breakfast we head to the famous Park of Monsters https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/the-monsters-of-bomarzo-bomarzo-italy. (approx. 15 mins)

Then it’s a stop off for lunch at your own expense, before we continue on to Civitavecchia to board the Star Flyer Clipper for your 5-day adventure.

Day 4 - During the Middle Ages Gaeta, a coastal city south of Rome, was a fortified settlement, and vibrant port which carried out trade with countries in the eastern Mediterranean. Gaeta is shrouded in history and rich in ancient monuments. Here you will find Monte Orlando Park, a protected area with Roman ruins, Access to Monte Orlando is only on foot or by a shuttle bus during summer months. As you ascend the mountain you will pass the statue of the Madonna and Child which looks out protectively over the beautiful Bay of Gaeta. It is a paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers.

Day 5 - During the Middle Ages, Amalfi was a powerful republic of 70,000 people, rivalling nearby Ravello. For a sense of Amalfi's medieval glory, wander through the grand Duomo, containing the remains of St. Andrew. Amalfi is a magnificent coastal town offering an enchanting blend of natural beauty, rich history and Mediterranean charm.

Day 6 - Sorrento, whose city walls rise straight out of the sea, is located on the lovely Amalfi Coast and overlooks the Bay of Naples. Optional excursions might include taking a trip back in history to Pompeii, where the ashen remains of ancient Romans lie frozen in time.

Day 7 - The pastel houses of Ponza Town rise in neat terraced rows from the busy harbour where sleekly groomed yachts and ramshackle fishing boats moor side by side. Happily, there are few tourists here, so it's a delight to wander through the unspoiled town.

Day 8 – Return to Civitavechia to disembark and head for our return flights home.

Accommodation Cabins  

• Private bathroom
• Air-conditioning
• Flatscreen TV/DVD player (except category 6)
• Hairdryers
• Private safe located inside the closet
• Radio Telephone
• Under bed storage
• All cabins are non-smoking
• 110-volt (American & European plugs).

Please read this information, it’s extremely important you are aware of the ships deck plan and cabin choices. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

There is a detailed deck plan and cabin description and virtual tours.-

https://starclippers.co.uk/our-fleet/tall-ships/star-flyer.html

No cabin changes can be made after arrival, whilst this is a luxury clipper, it is a Sailing Ship, not a super cruise liner.

We will try to endeavour all special requests; however, the ships management are responsible for allocation of all cabins, we are unable to allocate specific cabin numbers by request.

The Star Flyer has:

• Sail area: 36,000 Sq. ft
• Mast Height: 226 ft
• Crew: 72
• Passenger Capacity: 166
• 115 metres long
• 22 Sails.

Life aboard is relaxed, like travelling on your own private yacht. You will never feel confined, a wide choice of accommodation, expansive teak decks with ample space, two swimming pools and multiple bars.

The Clipper features dining in an elegantly appointed dining room, there is an indoor-outdoor Tropical Bar and Piano Bar, and an Edwardian style library where a Belle Époque fireplace glows.

Historically a Clipper was a mid-19th-century merchant sailing vessel, designed for speed, sailing globally primarily on trade routes between the United Kingdom and China. The British played a large part in the boom years, in 1843 as we loved our cuppa and brew, and us Brits wanted faster delivery of tea from China. The rest is history.

Provisional Flight Information

12/07/2025 London Gatwick to Rome Dep: 0905 Arr: 1235

19/07/2025 Rome to London Gatwick Dep: 1320 Arr: 1500

12/07/2025 Birmingham to Rome Dep: 0600 Arr: 1150

19/07/2025 Rome to Birmingham Dep: 1240 Arr: 1650

12/07/2025 Manchester to Rome Dep: 0800 Arr: 1155

19/07/2025 Rome to Manchester Dep: 1255 Arr: 1500

12/07/2025 Bristol to Rome Dep: 0620 Arr: 1150

19/07/2025 Rome to Bristol Dep: 1240 Arr: 1655

12/07/2025 Edinburgh to Rome Dep: 0600 Arr: 1150

19/07/2025 Rome to Edinburgh Dep: 1240 Arr: 1640

Birmingham, Edinburgh & Bristol flights are indirect

Included luggage allowance - 23kg checked in bag

Passport validity

For UK passport holders your passport must be:

• Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
• valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)

You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)

The rules of travel to most European countries have changed. Starting in the first half of 2025 UK citizens are required to have a travel authorisation to enter 30 European countries for a short stay.

ETIAS travel authorisation is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to a number of European countries. It is linked to a traveller’s passport. It is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation.

With a valid ETIAS travel authorisation, you can enter the territory of these European countries as often as you want for short-term stays - normally for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. However, it does not guarantee entry. When you arrive, a border guard will ask to see your passport (and other documents if required) and verify that you meet the entry conditions.

NB - There is no official date for the ETIAS currently confirmed but when it is introduced it will be your responsibility to ensure that you have arranged this. We will update everyone when the ETIAS is required with information on how to apply for this online. 

Travel Insurance

Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel. Spice Escapes have arranged a scheme with Staysure who are fully authorised and regulated by the FCA (firm reference number 663617) full details of which can be found on the FCA website www.fca.org.uk. For an instant online quotation please click here. 

Global Health Insurance Card

A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union (EU).

UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are still valid and offer the same cover as GHICs in the EU.

Once your EHIC has expired, you’ll be able to replace it with a GHIC.

NB – A GHIC/EHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance!

The latest FCO travel guidance for Italy -

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy

Important information

Please read this information, it’s extremely important you are aware of the ships deck plan and cabin choices. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask.

There is a detailed deck plan and cabin description and virtual tours.

Star Clippers UK - The UK General Sales Agents - Star Flyer

No cabin changes can be made after arrival, whilst this is a luxury clipper, it is a sailing ship, not a super cruise liner.

We will try to endeavour all special requests; however, the ships management are responsible for allocation of all cabins, we are unable to allocate specific cabin numbers by request.

Note: much of this adventure is by sea, itinerary’s may change due to the weather conditions and or conditions which are out of our control. It is important to stress a high-level of spontaneity is required on WingsItaly adventures.