The visit begins at the MArRC – National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria, one of the most important museums in southern Italy. Here, you will admire exceptional collections retracing the history of Magna Graecia, including the famous Riace Bronzes, remarkably preserved masterpieces of ancient Greek sculpture. As you explore the galleries, statues, ceramics and archaeological remains reveal Calabria’s rich past and its Mediterranean heritage. The tour continues with a pleasant guided walk along the famous Lungomare Falcomatà, often referred to as “the most beautiful kilometre in Italy”. Lined with palm trees, gardens and elegant buildings, this promenade offers magnificent views over the Strait of Messina, the Sicilian coastline and, on clear days, the majestic Mount Etna. You will also discover Rabarama’s contemporary sculptures, as well as several traces of the city’s ancient past, including remains of the Greek walls and visible evidence of the Roman period.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
The visit begins at the MArRC – National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria, one of the most important museums in southern Italy. Here, you will admire exceptional collections retracing the history of Magna Graecia, including the famous Riace Bronzes, remarkably preserved masterpieces of ancient Greek sculpture. As you explore the galleries, statues, ceramics and archaeological remains reveal Calabria’s rich past and its Mediterranean heritage. The tour continues with a pleasant guided walk along the famous Lungomare Falcomatà, often referred to as “the most beautiful kilometre in Italy”. Lined with palm trees, gardens and elegant buildings, this promenade offers magnificent views over the Strait of Messina, the Sicilian coastline and, on clear days, the majestic Mount Etna. You will also discover Rabarama’s contemporary sculptures, as well as several traces of the city’s ancient past, including remains of the Greek walls and visible evidence of the Roman period.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
From Croatia to the Shores of Southern Italy: A Cruise Through Ancient Heritage, Living Traditions and the Italian Art of Living - Dalmatia, Puglia, Basilicata, Calabria and the Bay of Naples (port-to-port cruise)
Stop in SPLIT – BARI – OTRANTE – TARENTE – REGGIO CALABRE - NAPLES
Embark on an exceptional cruise through Southern Italy and the Adriatic shores, where ancient heritage, authentic villages and breathtaking seascapes come together in perfect harmony. From Split to the Italian coastline, the journey unfolds across a sun-drenched Mediterranean steeped in history and tradition. Puglia reveals its many treasures, from the whitewashed alleyways of Bari and its rich culinary heritage to the UNESCO-listed village of Alberobello, famed for its iconic trulli. In Lecce, the golden stone of its magnificent Baroque architecture enhances every façade, while the traditions of Salento are showcased through local tastings and regional flavours. Further south, Matera captivates visitors with its remarkable cave dwellings and rock-hewn churches carved into the cliffs. Reggio Calabria blends archaeological treasures with Mediterranean elegance along the legendary Lungomare Falcomatà waterfront. Finally, Naples and its region provide a magnificent finale, with prestigious museums, vibrant culinary traditions and spectacular volcanic landscapes. Each port of call unveils a rich mosaic of cultures, flavours and emotions at the heart of Magna Graecia. A cruise where history, the sea and the Italian art of living meet in perfect balance.
Stop in SPLIT – BARI – OTRANTE – TARENTE – REGGIO CALABRE - NAPLES
Embark on an exceptional cruise through Southern Italy and the Adriatic shores, where ancient heritage, authentic villages and breathtaking seascapes come together in perfect harmony. From Split to the Italian coastline, the journey unfolds across a sun-drenched Mediterranean steeped in history and tradition. Puglia reveals its many treasures, from the whitewashed alleyways of Bari and its rich culinary heritage to the UNESCO-listed village of Alberobello, famed for its iconic trulli. In Lecce, the golden stone of its magnificent Baroque architecture enhances every façade, while the traditions of Salento are showcased through local tastings and regional flavours. Further south, Matera captivates visitors with its remarkable cave dwellings and rock-hewn churches carved into the cliffs. Reggio Calabria blends archaeological treasures with Mediterranean elegance along the legendary Lungomare Falcomatà waterfront. Finally, Naples and its region provide a magnificent finale, with prestigious museums, vibrant culinary traditions and spectacular volcanic landscapes. Each port of call unveils a rich mosaic of cultures, flavours and emotions at the heart of Magna Graecia. A cruise where history, the sea and the Italian art of living meet in perfect balance.
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