Naples: private boat tour of the Neapolitan coastline

A tour of myths, history, natural beauty and lots of fun
A boat trip from Castel dell'Ovo to Nisida offers a fascinating journey through history, legends and natural beauty. On the way you will see these places:
1. Castel dell'Ovo, the oldest castle in Naples. It is located on the islet of Megaride, where the Greeks founded the first nucleus of the city of Parthenope. The castle's name derives from the legend that the Latin poet Virgil, who was considered a magician in the Middle Ages, hid a magic egg in the basement. It was believed that if the egg broke, the city of Naples would fall into ruin.
2. Lungomare Caracciolo
As you sail along, you can admire one of the most striking views of the Mediterranean, overlooking Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples.
3. Posillipo, famous for its historic villas and natural caves where we will stop for a swim. "Posillipo" from the Greek "pausilypon," meaning "which makes sorrow cease," a testament to the serenity the place has offered since ancient times.
4. Palazzo Donn'Anna, a grand unfinished building overlooking the sea. Its history is linked to legends of ghosts and tormented love affairs. It is said that the noblewoman Anna Carafa, who had the palace built in the 17th century, was an enigmatic figure and that the palace was the scene of mysterious disappearances and intrigue. According to one legend, the spirit of one of Anna's ladies-in-waiting, who mysteriously disappeared, still haunts the ruins.
5. Gaiola and the Underwater Archaeological Park, you will see a small island connected to the mainland by a small bridge. It is famous for the Gaiola Submerged Archaeological Park, where remains of ancient Roman villas can be seen below sea level. However, the place is also known for the Gaiola curse: the villa on the island has been inhabited by several famous people, many of whom have suffered tragedy or misfortune, fueling the belief of a curse attached to the place.
6. Capo Posillipo and Marechiaro, famous for its "little window" overlooking Mount Vesuvius and its old fish restaurants. Marechiaro has been sung about in many Neapolitan songs and is a place full of romantic charm.
7. Trentaremi Bay, a wonderful natural inlet. The bay is part of the Pausilypon Archaeological Park, The name "Trentaremi" may come from "thirty oars," referring to an old legend about pirate ships hiding in this bay. we will also stop here for a swim.
8. Island of Nisida a volcanic island connected to the mainland by an artificial road. Nisida was inhabited in Roman times and a castle was built here in the Middle Ages. Today it houses a juvenile prison. It is said to be the island of Calypso, the nymph who, according to Greek mythology, held Ulysses for years. (Here we will make our last stop for a dip and then return).
A journey that weaves together myth, history and breathtaking, evocative and mysterious landscapes of the Gulf of Naples.

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This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.