Highlights

Visit the superbly preserved remains of two opulent villas in the ancient Roman town of Stabiae.
Wander among colonnaded courtyards, quaint gardens and a variety of dining rooms with sea views.
Study gorgeous frescoes and mosaics as well as proof of an early water-heating system.
Feel the warmth of the gracious Sorrentino family as you arrive at their celebrated winery.
Tour the vineyards with a family member and learn how Vesuvius’ volcanic soil nourishes the grapes.
Savor a multi-course meal of regional dishes paired with Sorrentino’s first-class wines.

Description

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is proud to partner with Food & Wine Trails, America’s foremost culinary travel company, in the offering of this tour. Food & Wine Trails tours are always kept intimate and visit sites not typically offered by mainstream travel suppliers. Their tours are always led by a knowledgeable, English-speaking sommelier, wine or food expert, cooking instructor or chef, who enjoys introducing visitors to some of the best and most authentic food and wine of their region.

Uncover the effects the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius had on the past and present during a visit to the superb vestiges of two Roman villas and a distinguished mountain winery. After meeting your knowledgeable guide, you’ll drive to the remarkably preserved remains of two luxurious villas in the ancient town of Stabiae, believed to be a summer retreat for Roman elites. You’ll appreciate each villa boasted more than 110,000 square feet of space, with multiple dining rooms overlooking the sea, decorated gardens and huge colonnaded courtyards. During your exploration, examine evidence of an ancient water-heating system, mosaic floors and walls decorated with beautiful frescoes.

From Stabiae, you’ll drive up the southern face of Mount Vesuvius to the Sorrentino family winery. Learn the Sorrentinos have been making wine on this land for more than a century and bask in their warmth as they greet you at the door with open arms. Walk through the vineyards with a member of the family, who will describe the effects the volcanic soil has on growing their grapes, and cap off your tour with a delectable multi-course lunch of local specialties and traditional dishes served with a selection of Sorrentino’s highly rated wines.

Helpful Hints

Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Disclaimer:

This tour includes approximately two hours of easy-to-moderate walking; however, there will be some uneven terrain and steps to negotiate. Due to excavations taking place, guests should use caution and remain with the group at all times. The tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair or those with mobility concerns. While there are public restroom facilities at Villa Arianna, there are none at Villa San Marco. Given a set meal is served on this excursion, guests with any dietary restrictions should advise the Destination Services Desk a minimum of 48 hours prior to tour. Participants must be at least 21 years of age to be served alcoholic beverages. If this tour is cancelled within 3 days of arrival in the excursion port, there will be a one-hundred percent cancellation fee charged to the guest’s shipboard account.

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