The Amalfi Coast, Italy (la Costiera Amalfitana) is a beautiful and renowned stretch of mountainous coastline south of Naples, in Campania. The southern end of the Bay of Naples stretches out in a steep and rocky peninsula that reaches towards the Isle of Capri. Sorrento, another major tourist destination, looks back towards Naples from the north coast of the peninsula. The southern side of the peninsula is dotted with picturesque villages and towns clinging giddily to cliffs; this is what is known as the Amalfi Coast.

For decades these fishing villages, stacked precariously above the sea, have been one of Italy's major tourist attractions. Nowadays the area's principal industry is tourism, and a staggering number of hotels have been squeezed into the restricted spaces of the small towns. Well-accustomed to catering for affluent foreign tourists, the area offers a generous selection of restaurants, bars, boutiques, boat trips.. just about anything self-indulgent that you can spend money on.

Although prices are generally high, there are affordable options in the area. Some visitors find the region over-developed and over-crowded, especially in the height of summer, but for many the little boutiques, ceramics shops and the welcome laid on for tourists is part of the coastline's charm. The views are undeniably breathtaking, and away from the main road and the tourist hot-spots you can still discover the peace that charmed earlier visitors.

JEWELS OF THE SOUTH TOUR

Rome · Naples | 7 Days · 6 Nights

Rome > Naples > Pompeii > Sorrento > Capri > Positano > Naples

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1

Rome · Naples · Pompeii · Sorrento

See Southern Italy highlights on your minitour from Rome. Your journey begins heading south along the so-called Sun Highway, crossing the fertile Roman countryside and the area known as Castelli Romani, dotted with enchanting medieval villages and arriving in Naples, one of the largest and well-known cities in Italy. Short panoramic tour climbing up to Vomero hill to enjoy beautiful views over the Gulf of Naples with the Vesuvi[1]us, Capri, Ischia and Procida and the city below; time to take some nice pictures. Descending towards the port of Mergellina, you will leave the city and travel south towards Mount Vesuvius and, once you reach the town of Pompeii, you will have lunch with the real Neapolitan pizza! After lunch, you will enter into one of the most important archaeological sites in the world: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of Pompeii, with Skip the Line entrance and a guided tour. Visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii, traveling back in time to the tragic days in 79 AD when the silent Mount Vesuvius suddenly erupted, covering the prosperous Roman city in deadly volcanic ashes and poisonous gases, leaving this prosperous city crystallized until our days. You'll learn how people lived at that time, visiting houses and “bars” of the time, admiring frescoes and mosaics to imagine how rich and prosperous was the city before the dreadful day. After the visit, you will drive along the Sorrentine Coast, arriving in Sorrento for dinner (dress code: jacket for men) and an overnight in your new hotel.

DAY 2

Sorrento

Breakfast and dinner at the hotel and day at your disposal. Spend the day exploring Sorrento on your own or taking an optional excursion in the surroundings.

DAY 3

Sorrento · Capri

After breakfast you’ll be embarked to Capri island. De[1]pending on weather conditions, you’ll take a boat ride to the popular and dreamy “Grotta Azzurra” (Blue Grotto), where sunlight passes into an underwater cavity and shines through the seawater, creating a magical blue reflection. After returning to the port you’ll board on a minibus for a scenic drive to Anacapri, 918 feet (280 me[1]ters) above the sea level. You’ll see wonderful views of the bay of Naples before continuing to a local restaurant for lunch. After lunch you can take advantage of some free time to explore Capri at your leisure or to go shopping and, in the afternoon, you will check in at your new hotel for a well-deserved rest.

DAY 4

Capri

You will have plenty of time after your hotel breakfast to explore the beauty of Capri, sometimes called the “Garden of Eden,” at your own pace. Discover the many shops and restaurants of this wonderful, sunny island or take a swim in the Gulf of Naples. If you’d rather take a day trip, you may book a separate excursion to nearby Anacapri, situated on the slopes of Monte Solario; the port city of Marina Grande; I Faraglioni, three impressive rock structures that have survived many kinds of erosion but yet still protrude grandly out of the sea; or the famous Villa Jovis, a residence built for the emperor Tiberius in the First Century BC. Return to your hotel for one last evening in Capri.

DAY 5

 Capri · Sorrento · Positano

After breakfast, depart to Sorrento by ferry, once on the mainland, you will board on a coach for Positano, driving along the Amalfi Coast on the most famous road in the Campania region. In Positano, check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace.

DAY 6

Positano

See all that Positano has to offer as you set off to explore the ancient fishermen’s village after breakfast. Known for its cubic Empire houses perched upon cliffs looking over turquoise water, Positano is the most well-known summer resort area on the whole peninsula. Walk to the heart of town on Via Pasitea and weave your way through the city’s narrow streets, terraces, and gardens overlooking the bay. Be sure to buy one of the straw handbags or handmade sandals for which Positano is famous. Return to your hotel for one last overnight.

DAY 7

Positano · Naples

Enjoy a final breakfast in your hotel before setting off to Naples, where our tour will conclude

Below rates are per person per stay

Rates indicated are expressed in EURO (€) and include Service and the current applicable VAT.

All prices are subject to automatic change without prior notice.

Price Includes:

• Full day regular excursion to Pompeii with real Neapolitan Pizza and a drink included for lunch (our tour 13)
• 2 nights in Sorrento HB
• Transfer Sorrento hotel / harbour
• Full day regular excursion to Capri
• Lunch in Capri
• Visit of Blue Grotto (weather permitting)
• 2 nights in Capri BB
• Transfer Capri hotel / Positano hotel
• 2 nights in Positano BB
• Transfer Positano hotel / Naples

Price does not include:

• Flights (discuss your specific requirements with us)
• Optional excursions
• Travel insurance
• Extra meals
• Personal expenses
• Any visas you may require

Important notes:

• Please advise your clients on their arrival in Rome, to call our office in order to reconfirm all the pick up time of their excursions.
• Due to the frequent change of transportation and the type of transportation used it is compulsory to bring only one piece of hand luggage per person for excursions to the south of Italy, as the luggage handling can provoke several difficulties and often may be lost or damaged. We are not responsible for those passengers who do not follow these luggage restrictions. In the eventuality of extra luggage clients will be charged directly.
• In Sorrento, when dinner included in the program, we highly recommend to wear long trousers, in order to be admitted to the restaurant.
• Pick up time of the tours are approximate according to traffic

Supplements & notes:

• In Florence and Venice during trade shows or public holidays/events, extra fees could apply. In this case, the amount to be paid will be communicated at the time of booking.
• Entrance fees to monuments are not included if not mentioned on the inclusions.
• Cancellation policy: will be communicated at the moment of the reconfirmation.

City Tax:

Please take note that rates do not include city taxes. Where applicable, the amount due will be directly paid from clients at the hotel. The amount changes according to the city board and it is meant per pax per night and hotel category.

This is a guide price. Please enquire and we will provide a full personalized quote for you.  All our itineraries are tailor-made to your own requirements so can be modified however you wish.