Thanks for sailing back to planDisney, Tina!
I'm thrilled to hear about your family's upcoming sailing. My family will also be visiting Italy this summer, but I wish I had thought to incorporate a Disney Cruise into our travel plans. You are sure to have a most magical voyage!
As a US Citizen, you'll need
proper documentation when you arrive in Italy and as you proceed to the port in
Civitavecchia (Rome). I recommend reviewing all the documentation guidance closely, including updates regarding the EU's newly-implemented Entry/Exit System (EES), and Schengen visa requirements. The information linked above is specific to round-trip cruises starting and ending in Civitavecchia, but I understand you would like to disembark early in
Naples.
I did some digging online and
noted this guidance regarding disembarking at a foreign port and not returning to the ship as planned, but I reached out to a Disney Cruise Line Crew Member by phone in hopes of more detailed information. I spoke with Nova, who advised notifying
Guest Services about your plans to disembark early once you've boarded the ship. They will
ensure your onboard account is settled before you disembark and can notify your stateroom and dining teams about your early departure. You can also
call in ahead of your sailing to have a note placed on your reservation, which might be helpful in terms of monitoring any changes in policies or regulations ahead of your sailing.
Nova indicated that you will still be responsible for the full cruise fare even if you decide to leave early, and reiterated that you must meet all documentation and entry requirements, which may include an immigration form and proof of onward travel plans from Naples. It looks like your cruise also makes stops in Mykonos and Santorini, which she noted do not currently allow cruise passengers to disembark without returning to the ship. La Spezia (Florence, Pisa), Italy, and 2 additional ports of call in France also have the same restrictions in place, but I don't believe those are part of your itinerary.
As you prepare to end your sailing, be sure to remove all luggage and personal items from your stateroom. I always double-check under the bed and in the safe before closing our door for the final time.
Tina, I hope this helped. If you have any additional questions, feel free to call the Disney Cruise Line team (be sure to have your reservation number handy).
Wishing you a summer of magic and adventure,
Amy