A yacht charter Italy must include the Amalfi Coast in its itinerary. It is located in the south of Naples. Just like the Capri, Amalfi as well as Positano, attracts so many visitors on a daily basis. There are so many luxury yacht charter Italy that docks in these areas everyday carrying high prestige tourists from all over the world. The coastline of Amalfi stretches from Salerno to Sorrento. These are the areas where unique beauty is seen. The towns located on the hillside are truly astounding as it displays the architecture as well as the engineering created by the Italians. There are also buildings and terrace houses built in the steep areas of the cliff which overlooks the coastline.

From the Marina Grande entrance and turning anti-clockwise, one reaches the Blue Grotto; the place is easily identified by the numerous rowing boats standing nearby. By calling one of them you can, tide permitting, visit the grotto inside and enjoy a view found nowhere else. After rounding the Arcera Cape and Carena Point the southern island's part is reached. Marina Piccola will offer only a series of small landing piers offering brief and relative shelter to small boats; continuing coastwise one reaches the "Faraglioni" area, ideal for an unforgettable swim if the season is right, followed by a lunch in one of the restaurants behind Tragara Point reachable after a pleasant pram ride. There will be ample time to complete the island's circumnavigation and be back at the Marina Grande moorings, ready to face the intensely passionate Capri’s night life

The closest to the main land, and the less known to sailing wanderer, is Procida island which by no means is less attractive then the others, better known, islands. Completely built with yellow tuff rock and with orange trees scattered everywhere, Procida convey the unspoiled glamour of the old sea towns. The housing conglomerate called the "Palazzata", resultant of a very liberal and randomly executed construction minus a proper building plan, has produced an architectural ensemble typical of the location and not found elsewhere. Inland, in the hart of a boroughs called Terra Murata, a huge parade ground overlooks the Saint Michael abbey rebuilt during the Spanish rule after being destroyed by the Saracens. Circumnavigating Procida, shelter can be found at the Vivara islet connected to the shore by an artificial isthmus. The islet which seats a natural park, is covered by a thick vegetation and a lookout tower stands at its top. The cove formed by the two islands make for an excellent anchorage; alternatively one can call at Chiaolella harbor.

Other islands in the Campania area around Naples include Ischia.  Ischia is a pine studded, volcanic island surrounded by sparkling waters.  The island is renowned for it's beautiful beaches, therapeutic hot springs and red and white wine producing vineyards.  Inhabited since the pre-roman times, the island was famous for its clay used to carve vases and useful containers and in the third century B.C. suffered of volcanic eruption which left a salt lake in place of the volcano mouth. The lake was to remain separated from the sea until the last century when king Ferdinand the Second ordered to dig an opening obtaining a natural harbor that was christened by the royal yacht "Delfino" escorting more than one hundred boats and giving to Ischia the safest port one can seek. Above all, the call at Ischia is worth for a visit to the renown thermal baths, last remainder of the island's volcanic origin, and where with a water temperature of 65 degrees C one is washed as well as properly purified and healthily refitted.

Another anchorage is found at the Carta Romana road, close to the Aragonese castle built by Gerone of Syracuse an lava islet and overhanging the sea. The castle was conquered by King Alphonse of Aragona who exploited a newly built bridge to capture it. Since then , this particular place is named Ischia Ponte, the Italian name for bridge. This pristine and charming place, not too distant from the Saint Anne reefs, is a preferred diving site where in water depth no more than ten meters the ruins of Aenaria , a pre- roman hamlet destroyed by a volcanic eruption on 130 B.C., can be inspected. Navigating anti-clockwise. the nearest landing is at Cassamicciola, a place renown since the Middle Age for its healing waters. Lacco Ameno, Forio (with his small church and Mount Apium, 800 meters high) an be easily reached as well as Sant’Angelo. Luxury yachts and superyachts tend to frequent Ischia as a part of the overflow from the hectic pace on Capri.

South of Naples is the famous buried city of Pompeii and the less well know Herculaneum.  These cities, buried by the volcanic eruption of Vesuvius, have remarkable antique preserves. The observation of amphitheaters, triumphal arches, villas, bridges and tombs of the Roman Imperial Age, are all possible on this fasinating day on shore. 

The maritime heritage of the Amalfitan Republic, a superpower in its day, is still apparent in Amalfi today. Local craftsmen and artisans keep the old traditions alive, making fine handmade papers and colourful ceramics. The Amalfi Coast is a World Heritage Site, and deservedly so: Numerous churches - including Amalfi Cathedral - and villas from the city's golden age still dot the coast, blending together with the stunning nature.

Further down the Amalfi coast is the medieval town and seaside resort of Agropoli, dominated by a crenulated old lighthouse and a feudal castle. You can take a taxi to visit the spectacular temples at Paestum or the sandy beaches in Trentova Bay to the north of the town. The village of Amalfi is a short sail away from here.

As with other parts of Italy and the Mediterranean, the Naples and Capri yacht charter season generally runs from April to the end of October.
The summer season in July and August is the hottest and tends to have lighter winds. This is also the high season as far as yacht charter goes. Other good times to charter your yacht is generally on either of the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October), each side of the main summer season, as the temperatures are still comfortable, and the onshore tourists have yet to arrive in their largest numbers.

SAMPLE ITINERARY :
Day 1: Board your Italy charter yacht in Naples to steam to Capri, which overlooks the stunning Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Capri has always been one of the favorite resting places for the privileged and was once home to the Roman Emperor Tiberius.

Days 2 - 3: The extraordinary beauty of Capri includes the Blue Grotto, a charming landscape, and the views of Anacapri. Capri has two levels.  There is a walking and shopping area right around the marina while the main town, on top of Capri, is accessible by funicular. Visit the upscale tiny shops and stop for refreshments at an outdoor café in one of the little piazzas as you watch Capri life go by.

Day 4: Depart early for Amalfi, one of Italy's most romantic villages, which clings to the dramatic slopes of the ruggedly beautiful Amalfi Coast. Take a taxi to Ravello village, with its spectacular views of the coast and magnificent villas. After, motor to Positano, which is built around a small curving bay on a steep hill overlooking the island of the Sirens.  Stroll narrow lanes to view typical Moorish style houses and courtyard gardens that are lined up along the slopes facing the sea. Leave for Salerno.

Day 5: At Salerno, dock the charter yacht at Salerno Marina, and leave for Pompeii. A taxi will collect you at the marina to spend the day visiting the historic ruins.  Overnight in Salerno.
 
Day 6: After breakfast explore the Sorrento Peninsula, where you will overnight, weather permitting. Otherwise, overnight in Capri. Next day, sail to Ischia.

Day 7: Ischia is a volcanic spa island with many sulfur springs and medicinal bathing areas.  There is a natural spring on the beach near where you will anchor that you might want to visit and then have lunch on board.  After lunch, there are many taxis or surreys in Ischia that offer an around the island tour.

The island is very large with different towns and sights to see. 
Return the next day and depart for Naples, concluding your Italy yacht charter.