Travelers indulge in a breathtaking 7-day Italy vacation tour of the fascinating diversity of Rome and the Sorrentine Peninsula. Experience history as you stroll Rome's streets, avenues and piazzas. Featured tours take you to explore mesmerizing sights including: the magnificent Spanish Steps, the majestic Trevi Fountain, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel's ceiling, a masterpiece by Michelangelo. On your way to the Sorrentine Peninsula, drive through Naples and Pompeii; the town covered by volcanic lava 2,000 years ago, today left with remarkably preserved ruins of temples, houses, gardens and public buildings. From Sorrento, amid orange and lemon groves, you will take excursions to the villages of the Amalfi coastline...Positano, Amalfi, Ravello and the isle of Capri, all immer...
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Day 1
SAT | ROME
Morning arrival into Rome’s Leonardo da
Vinci Airport. Here you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. The
balance of the day is at leisure.
Day 2
SUN | ROME
This morning, embark on a guided tour
of Classical Rome. Stroll along cobbled laneways, stop by the
Spanish Steps, one of Rome’s most recognizable landmarks
immortalized in countless postcards and films, toss a coin in the
magnificent Trevi Fountain to ensure a return to Rome, see Piazza
Navona, one of the finest Baroque masterpieces in papal Rome,
and imagine it as the Ancient Stadium of Domitian capable of
holding 30 thousand spectators in the ancient times. End the tour
with a visit of St. Peter’s Basilica. Rest of the day at leisure to soak
in the Roman culture as you stroll past ancient ruins, absorb the
impressive architecture, explore everything from Imperial temples
to early-Christian churches and medieval bell towers to Baroque
basilicas and playful piazzas, or taste the mouthwatering regional
delicacies at a local trattoria. (B)
Day 3
MON | ROME
This morning, experience a very special
privately guided tour of Ancient Rome. Dive into the incredible
history of Roman gladiators, emperors, and daily life, with your
guide sharing stories and insights that go beyond what you
see. Experience Rome’s magic as your guide brings both the
Colosseum and its nearby treasures, like the Roman Forum and
Palatine Hill, to life through rich storytelling. Afternoon at leisure
to relax or to join an optional tour (*) of the Vatican Museums.
Tonight, bid arrivederci to Rome at a special festive dinner
with wine and music in one of the most famous restaurants in
Trastevere. (B,D)
Day 4
TUE | ROME | POMPEII | NAPLES
This morning, before
heading to Naples, stop in Pompeii, the ancient city covered by
volcanic lava 2,000 years ago, for a guided tour of the remarkably
preserved ruins of temples, houses, gardens and public buildings.
Continue your journey to Naples, often referred to as the “city of a
thousand colors”. This nickname reflects the vibrant and diverse
colors found throughout the city, from its architecture and street
art to its food and culture. (B)
Today, enjoy a guided excursion to the world-renowned
Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This coastal road
along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrentine Peninsula offers
breathtaking views of a rugged shoreline dotted with picturesque
fishing villages, small beaches, terraced vineyards, and lemon
groves. After a brief stop at the Belvedere for a unique view
of Positano’s Moorish architecture blended with pastel color
houses, continue to the lovely towns of Amalfi and Ravello. Enjoy a
“Limoncello tasting” during the tour. Made only by lemons, sugar
and pure alcohol, it is the most famous produced liqueur in the
south of Italy. (B)
Day 6
THU | NAPLES | CAPRI | NAPLES
A morning jetfoil whisks you across the blue Bay of Naples to the fabled Isle of Capri, where you will ascend to the Piazzetta, visit the Floral Gardens of Caesar Augustus, and still have free time for lunch and some shopping before returning to Sorrento. Tonight dinner is at a local restaurant. (B,D)
Day 7
FRI | NAPLES TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Morning transfer to Naples’ Capodichino Airport for your return
flight home. (B)
Program Highlights
Discover the fascinating diversity of Rome and the Sorrentine Peninsula from the Eternal City’s ancient ruins, piazzas and trattorias, to the postcard perfect Amalfi Coast
Discover Rome on a Colosseum and Roman Forum tour, where ancient ruins and timeless grandeur bring history to life
Unveil the magic of Rome on a Classic Tour, from the Spanish Steps and the wish-filled Trevi Fountain to the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Basilica, where ancient splendor and spiritual majesty come together in the Eternal City
Explore the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii, a city covered by volcanic lava 2,000 years ago
Journey south to the celebrated Amalfi coastline
Take a jetfoil across the blue Bay of Naples for adventuring in the fabled Isle of Capri
INCLUDES
First class hotel accommodation for 6 nights
8 included meals consisting of:
- 6 buffet breakfasts - 2 gourmet dinners at local restaurants
Wine, mineral water and coffee or cappuccino served with meals at restaurants
Touring by private deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
Assistance of a professional Tour Director for the entire length of the tour
Complete program of sightseeing tours and excursions with entrance fees:
- Classical guided tour of Rome, including visit of St. Peter’s
Basilica
- Tour of Rome, including entrance fees for the
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Guided tour of Pompeii
- Amalfi coast excursion
- Limoncello tasting
- Excursion to Capri and visit of the Gardens of Caesar Augustus
Private arrival and departure airport transfers
Baggage handling
Personalized audio system to hear your guide from a distance
Hotel taxes and service charges
City tax
EXCLUDES
Airfare, Airport taxes & Fuel Surcharges
Visa upon arrival (and upon re-entry) if required
Tips and Personal items
Travel Insurance
Optional Tours
Hotels
EXE INTERNATIONAL PALACE
Architecture, History and Classical Style, in the heart of the Eternal City - The Exe International Palace embodies the spirit and maintains the seal of the unity of Italy, the character and determination of Mazzini and Garibaldi, as well as the style and balance of Cavour and Vittorio Emanuele. The hotel in the center of Rome is located inside a historic neoclassical building , built in the years immediately following the unification of Italy, and is located in the center, in Via Nazionale. Via Nazionale connects Piazza della Repubblica to the Fori Imperiali, therefore, unites the new and the old city.
The Hotel offers maximum comfort and modernity to our guests. Despite this, most of the common areas maintain their original style and setting, which take us back to the unification era. The result is an architecture inspired by Palladio's Villas , equipped with the most modern services and comforts . The entrance hall of the hotel will welcome you with large vaults decorated in gold
Featuring a bar, Hotel San Giovanni Roma is located in Rome in the Lazio region, a 12-minute walk from San Giovanni Metro Station and 0.9 miles from Ponte Lungo Metro A Station. With a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. All rooms include a desk. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options.
Daily breakfast included. City taxes not included and to be paid locally.
Located on the seafront next to the iconic Castel dell'Ovo, Eurostars Hotel Excelsior is the first building to welcome visitors to Naples who arrive by sea. With spectacular panoramic views of the Vesuvius, the Gulf of Naples and the paradise islands of Ischia and Capri, the Excelsior enjoys an enviable, unrivalled and privileged position. Opened at the end of January 1908, after being built in a record time of ten months, this hotel is pure luxury, nobility and refinement.
Daily breakfast is included. City tax to be paid locally.
Located in the heart of Naples, right next to the harbour area and surrounded by some of the city's most exclusive shops, the Hotel Exe Majestic is an outstanding accommodation option. It is particularly suited to those seeking the more dynamic side of Naples and those looking for an exclusive hotel.
The eleven-floor Majestic features 114 spacious, comfortable rooms, some affording panoramic views of the Bay of Naples and Vesuvius. The Majestic also has a café, four meeting rooms of varying sizes and capacities, private parking and wi-fi access throughout the entire premises.
daily breakfast included, hotel city tax not included and to be paid locally
Located in Naples, 1.3 miles from Naples Central Train Station, Gold Tower Lifestyle Hotel provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and city views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All guest rooms feature a closet.
