Viareggio is a stunning cultural destination renowned for its yacht building. It's often missed as a stopping point for the area's more popular destinations such as the Cinque Terre & Tuscan Archipelego, however Viareggio more than holds its own, with over 10km of long sandy beaches, lined with gelatarias, cafes & plenty of high end shops.
With its iconic leaning tower and renaissance piazzas, Pisa is one of those must visit Italian greats. This Tuscan port city was once so powerful it rivaled the likes of Venice, these days it is better known for its bright and lively college scene and for drawing in travellers who are keen to see the worlds most famous off kilter tower. A UNESCO heritage site, the leaning tower, cathedral, campo santo and baptistery are made to be marvelled. The leaning tower itself dates back to 1173 and the impressive cathedral is a marble carved vision of Italian grand architecture.
After getting your fill of architectural splendour, there’s still plenty to see in Pisa. The Cathedral Museum is a treasure trove of history and you can stroll along the oldest street of Borgo Stretto and see where the world's most famous scientist Galileo Galilei was born. When dusk settles, make the most of the town's lively college scene by visiting a glut of gorgeous tucked away bars and eateries to sample the kind of delights that make Tuscan the foodie capital of the world.
Castiglioncello's idyllic town is a popular destination in Italy. This ancient Etruscan village, stands on a promontory reaching out to the Ligurian Sea, surrounded by pinewoods and red cliffs that plunge to the sea, with sandy beaches and sheltered coves below. Along with it's crystal clear waters it's easy to see why Castiglioncello was the inspiration for so many artists, writers and poets.
Capraia (Isola di Capraia) is a small island, being one of the seven of the Tuscan Archipelego and a protected national park that is unspoiled and abundant in wildlife. It is the perfect get away for hikers and nature lovers, with hillside footpaths and beautiful views. It's rocky coves and clear waters are perfect for swimming.
Piombino used to be a prosperous Italian mining town that has now become one of the most popular destinations for yachts and yacht charters during the summer. Dubbed by Napoleon's sister as "Little Paris", the old town is crammed with medieval & renaissance history. The area is surrounded by lush countryside and picturesque scenery, making it a must see destination.
Portoferraio (meaning Iron Port in Italian) is a must visit destination for Italian charters, and Elba's largest town. With her well developed port, and panoramic views of the lush countryside, it is also a town rich in history, in part thanks to Napoleon. Originally built as a fortification whose well preserved bastions and historic walls, attract your attention immediately, and make for some of the island's most popular tourist attractions. Here you'll also find plenty of historical religious sites making a visit to this fascinating town feel like you have stepped back in time.
Punta Ala is only several miles from the island of Elba and is an excellent base for explorers of the region's famous coastal treats. It is located on a stunning promontory, from where you can take in the breathtaking view of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The city of Castiglione is situated nearby, to which Punta Ala is actually a part of.
Sitting on the precipice of Southern Tuscany, the waterfront town of Porto Santo Stefano is a postcard come to life. With its colourful pastel buildings clustered in front of blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the green mountains marking the background, there’s a lot to fall in love with. Despite its visually appealing style, Porto Santo Stefano seems to be a secret coastal getaway, despite it being just a couple of hours north from the capital of Rome.
With the mountain of Argentario close by, yacht charter guests can make the most of this feast of landscapes. There’s the blue sea for sailing, swimming and fishing. The pretty port town for La Dolce Vita and tasting your way through an array of local produce. And the mountains for hiking and finding stunning spots for toasting mind melting sunsets.