The America’s Cup Naples 2027 offers an unusual opportunity for travellers who want to see the event from more than one perspective. The racing can be experienced from the waterfront, from a private yacht or, where permitted, from the air. Combining a helicopter flight with a private boat creates a full-day experience that brings together the Bay of Naples, Mount Vesuvius and the high-speed AC75 racing.
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Sorrento Voyage connects the coast by sea
Sorrento Voyage makes it possible to combine Naples, Sorrento and Capri as part of one private America’s Cup Naples 2027 experiences. Private boats can be arranged for race days, America’s Cup Naples 2027 coastal excursions and transfers between selected destinations, while chauffeur services can connect airports, hotels and marinas on land. Guests can also add a helicopter tour for an aerial view of the Gulf, Vesuvius and the surrounding coastline. This flexibility allows travellers to choose where they want to stay without giving up the opportunity to enjoy the America’s Cup from the water.
Seeing Naples from above
A helicopter flight provides a completely different view of the Gulf. From the air, the geography of the region becomes easy to understand. Naples stretches along the waterfront, Vesuvius rises behind the city and the Sorrento Peninsula extends toward Capri and the Amalfi Coast. During the America’s Cup period, a private flight can be arranged as part of a wider itinerary, subject to aviation regulations, available routes and operating conditions. A 30-, 45- or 60-minute flight can be planned depending on the selected service and the permissions available.
Continue the day by boat
After a helicopter experience, guests can continue to the marina and board a private yacht. This allows the day to change pace completely. The helicopter provides an aerial overview, while the boat offers time on the water and a closer perspective of the race environment. A private yacht can depart from Naples, Sorrento or Capri, with additional departure points possible depending on the itinerary.
Watching the AC75 yachts
The America’s Cup will feature AC75 foiling monohulls, with five sailors aboard each yacht. Their design allows them to reach extraordinary speeds, making the racing visually different from traditional yacht racing. From a private spectator boat, guests can follow the competition from the appropriate designated area while listening to live race information and watching the yachts move around the course. The exact spectator positioning and navigation requirements will depend on the official regulations published for the event.
A private lunch between races
A yacht day does not have to be focused entirely on racing. Lunch can be served onboard between races, giving guests a chance to relax without leaving the water. A private menu can include seafood, pasta, local wines and other Campania specialities. There can also be time for a swim before or after the main racing programme, depending on the day’s schedule and sea conditions.
Finish with the coast at sunset
After the racing, the return journey can become one of the most relaxed parts of the day. Travelling along the coast toward Sorrento or another departure point provides views of the coastline as the afternoon light changes. An aperitivo onboard can complete the day before a private chauffeur collects guests at the marina. For travellers staying in Sorrento, this creates a particularly smooth combination of sea and land transport.
Planning the combined experience
A helicopter and yacht itinerary requires coordination because aviation permissions, race schedules, marina availability and weather can all affect the programme. The safest approach is to plan the experience as a private itinerary rather than booking each element independently. The 38th America’s Cup is scheduled to begin its Match in Naples on July 10, 2027, while the Louis Vuitton Cup starts earlier in May. For visitors looking for something beyond conventional spectator access, combining an aerial view with a private boat day offers two very different ways to experience the same event.
