Grand Tour of Naples & the Amalfi Coast
Six Day Grand Tour, 7th – 12th July 2018.
Take a trip in to Naples and the Amalfi Coast. Starting in Naples, travel along the Amalfi coast to Sorrento. Visit the ruins of Pompeii and sample the tastes of Southern Italy, before taking in the delights of Sorrento.
If you would like, this tour can be booked as a private group from minimum of 2 people. It can run at anytime of the year for private groups. (Prices will vary)
Hotel Hilton Sorrento Palace, king guest room with sea view.
DAY ONE – NAPLES
We will Pick up from airport or Train Station by private van and driver, we start with an introductory tour of Naples, Including Posillipo, Piazza del Plebiscito, Galleria Umberto and Historic Centre.We will then continue to the Hotel in Sorrento.
Welcome evening dinner in Sorrento
DAY TWO – SORRENTO
In the Morning we will discover Sorrento with a light walking guided tour.
Enjoy some shopping time in the upmarket Santa Lucia district of the city, where there are many modern shops on a street which stretches down to the waterfront. There is a pleasant market selling lemon soap, fine clay works & the town’s specialty – limoncello – a liquor distilled from the ripe Sorrento lemons grown in the surrounding hills. Where you can visit a Mozzarella and Olive Oil Farm, deep within lemon groves.
Located in a luxuriant lemon grove in the hills of Sorrento is the ancient Mozzarella & Olive Oil Farm of ‘La Sorgente’. After walking deep into the lemon grove, we will arrive at the Mozzarella Fabricazione, where we will have a demonstration by the farmer’s wife in the making of buffalo mozzarella using the traditional techniques & equipment.
Free Afternoon for shopping and relaxing
Evening excursion to Nerano, Grand Dinner at La Taverna del Capitano.
DAY THREE – POMPEII, MOUNT VESUVIUS and HERCULANEUM
Founded in the 7th Century B.C, Pompeii is of great interest for historians. It is said that while Rome gives an insight into the monumental architecture of the Romans, Pompeii illustrates their everyday life. Pompeii had been a Roman colony since 80BC and prospered with the construction of many large temples, villas and palaces until 63AD, when it was devastated by an earthquake. Lunch in Pompeii
Afternoon Ascent to Mount Vesuvius and Visit to Herculaneum.
DAY FOUR – POSITANO, AMALFI and RAVELLO
Positano sits in a splendid panoramic position on one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline. Its enchanting town centre of delightful pastel-hued houses surrounds the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta, its laneways are lined with quaint, colourful shops and its numerous beaches are world famous.
Positano appears like a vision clinging to the side of the mountain that plunges down to a small beach with some of the region’s finest seafood restaurants. We will then continue our Scenic Drive to Amalfi, and Ravello, for fantastic dinner before heading back to the Hotel.
DAY FIVE – CAPRI and THE GULF OF NAPLES
Pick up from your hotel, where we will be transfer to Sorrento Port. We will take our own private Boat to the island of Capri and enjoy a full day in Capri with your own private tour guide, including entrances to the Blue Grotto.
Take in the views of Capri, along the rocky shoreline and the scenic charm. The picturesque locations and its unique beauty has been celebrated throughout history. Grotta Azzurra or ‘Blue Grotto’, is the famous, dazzling turquoise blue lagoon. The small openings in the back of the cave allow daylight in, reflecting on the limestone and creates the magical atmosphere
DAY SIX – NAPLES
Pick up from Sorrento and drop of in Naples for a tour of the hidden treasures.
A walking tour through the discovery of some of the most precious hidden treasure of Naples, starting from the Pio Monte della Misericordia, which was founded by seven young people from Naples in 1601. The visit will show you until some of the most suggestive sights of palaces and churches in the very heart of the city and it will end with the visit of the baroque church of Gesù Nuovo.
Half day Tour of Naples and Lunch, afternoon transfer to Airport or Train Station.
COST PER PERSON 3795 Euros All Inclusive Single Supplement 858 Euros.
Minimum 6 Pax, Max 15
Inclusions Private Transportation with Air Conditioned Van, English speaking Tour Guide, Entrances, Accommodation in Double Room with en-suite Bathroom, Breakfast, One Meal a day as per itinerary including Drinks.
DEPOSIT 20% At time of Booking, Balance in Full 60 days prior to Arrival.
If you would like, this tour can be booked as a private group from minimum of 2 people. It can run at anytime of the year for private groups. (Prices will vary)
Please click on the link below for the printable itinerary
