Yoga at Sea with Karen

Karen is hosting this sailing as a yoga adventure. Join her on the Star Clipper's teak decks for yoga with the sea and sails all around you, then spend your days exploring Italy's southern coast and islands.

Yoga with Karen is included in your fare. Join as many sessions as you like, or simply relax and enjoy the voyage.

Session Schedule

Class times and what to bring will be shared with the group closer to sailing.

Cabins & Deck Plan

Prices in Canadian dollars. Rates include cruise fare and port charges, per person based on double occupancy. Airfare, gratuities and transfers are extra. Other categories are available. Ask Ian for pricing and which cabins are still available in the group.

8-Night Itinerary

Round trip from Civitavecchia (Rome) aboard the Star Clipper, May 15–23, 2027.

Day by Day

Itinerary, ports and times are subject to change by Star Clippers. As a sailing ship, Star Clipper's schedule can shift with wind and weather.

What's Included

• Eight nights in your cabin aboard the Star Clipper
• Port charges
• Yoga sessions with Karen
• All meals, finely prepared, with open seating in the elegant dining room
• $100 onboard credit with this group offer
• Sailing activities: climbing the mid-ship mast, lounging in the bowsprit netting, helping to set the sails
• Two swimming pools, expansive teak decks, the Tropical Bar, Piano Bar and Edwardian-style library

What's Not Included

A few things fall outside the cruise fare and are worth budgeting for as you plan:

• Round-trip airfare
• Transfers between the airport, your hotel and the port
• Gratuities
• Pre- and post-cruise hotel nights
• Optional shore excursions, such as Paestum, Pompeii or Capri
• Bar drinks and beverages beyond what's served with meals
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses such as spa treatments and boutique purchases

Ask Ian to confirm exactly what's included for our group before you book.

Insider Tips

Life Aboard

Life aboard Star Clipper is blissfully relaxed, much like travelling on a private yacht. With no more than 166 guests, the atmosphere is intimate: polished brass, teak decks and over 36,000 square feet of sail.

• Head up on deck when the ship leaves port to watch the crew raise the sails.
• Climb out to the bowsprit netting at the bow for sweeping views over the water.
• Dining is open seating, so it's easy to share a table with new friends from the group.
• Meet up at the Tropical Bar or Piano Bar, or find a quiet corner in the Edwardian-style library.
• Pack soft-sided luggage. It stores easily in a tall-ship cabin.
• Bring non-slip, soft-soled shoes for moving around the teak decks.

Flights

Getting to Rome

Fly into Rome Fiumicino (FCO). The port at Civitavecchia is about 62 km from the airport and about 70 km from central Rome.

Returning Home

You'll disembark in Civitavecchia on the morning of Sunday, May 23. Allow time for disembarkation and the transfer to Fiumicino, and choose a flight that leaves in the afternoon or later.

Transfers

Once we know everyone's flights and hotel plans, we can help arrange transfers to and from the ship.

Ian can search flights for you and find the best connection from Toronto, Waterloo or Hamilton.

Pre-Cruise Hotel

Arrive by May 14 and spend a night or two before sailing. Stay near the port in Civitavecchia for the easiest start to embarkation day, or in Rome to see the city first.

Civitavecchia Hotel Options

• Budget: Hotel de La Ville
• Luxury: Villa Giada Luxury Boutique

Rome Hotel Options

• Moderate or budget: Napoleon Hotel
• Luxury: Dharma Boutique Hotel & SPA

Ian can check rates and availability and book your stay. Be sure to tell your hotel your arrival time, especially with an early-morning arrival from an overnight flight.

Getting to the Port

Civitavecchia is reached by regional train from Rome, by taxi, or by private transfer. Ask us and we'll help you choose.

Post-Cruise

Not ready to go home? Add a night or two in Rome after the cruise. See Trip Extension Ideas for more.

Travel Insurance

Before you travel, take a few minutes to review the coverage you may already have through your work benefits, a credit card, or an existing policy.

Check what's included for out-of-country medical, trip cancellation, and trip interruption, and note any limits or exclusions.

Where your current coverage falls short, we recommend topping it up so you're fully protected for the trip.

Get a Quote

Explore Manulife options and get a quote here.

Questions?

Email Ian at kitchener@expediacruises.com and he'll be happy to help.

Trip Extension Ideas

More Time in Rome

• The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Vatican Museums
• Trastevere for an evening of food and wine

Florence & Tuscany

• High-speed train from Rome
• Renaissance art, hill towns and vineyards

Stay on the Amalfi Coast

• Positano, Ravello and Sorrento
• Lemon groves, cliffside villages and Capri by boat

Ask us to build your perfect extension.

Excursions & Activities

Shore Excursion Highlights

• Agropoli: the Greek temples of Paestum
• Sorrento: Pompeii, or a boat to Capri
• Taormina: the ancient Greek theatre and views of Mt. Etna
• Amalfi: the Duomo and the coastal villages

Booking

Ask Ian about shore excursion options for each port. He can help you book them along with your cruise.

Lipari & Stromboli

Lipari is the largest of the volcanic Aeolian Islands. Its marina is lined with shops and boutiques, and the old town climbs up to a castle above the harbour.

In the afternoon, Star Clipper sails past Stromboli, one of the world's most active volcanoes, nicknamed the Lighthouse of the Mediterranean. Watch from the deck for the Sciara del Fuoco, the steep slope where lava runs to the sea.

Pompeii or Capri

From Sorrento, choose an optional tour:

Pompeii: walk the streets of the Roman city preserved by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79.

Capri: cross the bay to the island's famous cliffs, gardens and piazzetta.

Ask Ian about tour options and pricing.

Tall-Ship Adventures

The Star Clipper is a majestic four-masted tall ship, blending the romance of classic sailing with the comfort of a boutique yacht.

• Climb the mid-ship mast
• Hang out in the bowsprit netting at the bow of the ship
• Help the crew set the sails
• Or simply relax on deck and enjoy the view

Packing List

Clothing

Light layers for warm days and cooler evenings at sea, swimwear, and comfortable, relaxed outfits for dinner.

Yoga

Comfortable yoga wear. Karen will share what else to bring for her sessions.

Footwear

Non-slip, soft-soled shoes for the decks, comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones and ruins, and sandals.

Sun & Wind

Sunscreen, a hat with a strap, sunglasses, and a windbreaker for breezy days under sail.

Extras

Soft-sided luggage, a small day bag, a reusable water bottle, and a travel adapter (Italy uses type C/F/L plugs, 230V).

Weather Tips

May in Southern Italy

Late spring is one of the nicest times to visit: warm, sunny days before the summer heat and crowds.

Temperatures

Expect daytime highs in the low to mid 20s °C, with cooler evenings, especially on deck while the ship is sailing.

Sun Protection

The Mediterranean sun is strong, even with a breeze. Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses are a must.

Money & Currency

Local Currency

Italy uses the euro (EUR).

Cards vs. Cash

Credit cards and tap-to-pay are widely accepted. Carry some euros for small cafés, markets, and tips.

Exchanging Money

ATMs are easy to find in Rome and in the ports. Let your bank know your travel dates before you leave.

Onboard Spending

Purchases on board are charged to your shipboard account and settled at the end of the voyage. Your $100 onboard credit is applied to this account.

Documents

Passport

Canadian travellers need a passport valid for at least three months beyond the date you plan to leave the Schengen area. If yours expires before the end of 2027, please renew it well ahead of the trip.

Entry Requirements

The European Union is introducing new entry systems for visitors, including the ETIAS travel authorization. Check the latest rules before you travel at travel.gc.ca and joinsherpa.com.

Have questions or need help?

Ian Walker at Expedia Cruises on Fairway Rd in Kitchener can help with flights, hotels, insurance, excursions, or anything else for this sailing.

kitchener@expediacruises.com  ·  519.896.0018

Send Ian a Message

Ready to reserve a cabin, or have a question about the sailing? Send a note and Ian will get back to you.

Prefer to reach Ian directly? kitchener@expediacruises.com · 519.896.0018