|
Holiday Naples, Ischia, Sorrento, Pompeii, Amalfi Coast
Duration: 7 nights/ 8 days
1st day: Ischia
Arrival to Rome or Naples and transfer by our coach to the coast where we cross by ferry to the island of Ischia. We stay for the next three nights at our hotel on the island, where we have the accommodation on Half-board and beverage included.
2nd day: Ischia
A tour of this beautiful island which is volcanic in origin and famous for its hot mineral springs. Today’s tour takes in the rugged coastline, the charming village of Saint Angelo and Ischia’s highest mountain Monte Epomeo, the dormant volcano which dominates the landscape. There will be time to stop for lunch. We also have the opportunity to view the Castello Aragonese (opening days and times permitting), a castle built in 474 AD, strategically perched on a volcanic rock and linked to the island by a bridge. The castle came to prominence as a political, cultural and religious centre under the Aragon dynasty. Return to hotel dinner and overnight.
3rd day: Ischia
A day at leisure to relax and further explore the island with its bustling harbour, originally a volcano crater turned lake, thermal baths and ancient Greek remains. Alternatively, you may wish to take advantage of the facilities your hotel has to offer or enjoy an excursion by boat around the island. Half-board in the hotel and overnight.
4th day: Ischia - Naples - Sorrento
This morning we board the ferry back to Naples to visit the National Archeological Museum (opening days and times permitting), home to some of the world’s greatest collections of Greek and Roman antiquities. There will be time to stop for lunch. Later in the afternoon we travel south to Sorrento, our base for the next four nights. Transfer to the hotel, dinner and overnight.
5th day: Pompeii
Today we go to Pompeii, the wealthy town that was buried in 79 AD by a massive eruption of Mount Vesuvius. At the time of the eruption the town had a population of 25,000 people but it was completely engulfed in two days by this natural disaster. The city was first excavated in the 18th century and today is the finest monument and most complete record of everyday life in the Roman Empire. Our guide will bring to life the day to day affairs of the town as you walk the ancient streets. There will be time to stop for lunch. We return to Sorrento early afternoon where there is the opportunity to explore the town famous for its many beautiful gardens and fine shopping. Alternatively, you can relax before evening dinner.
6th day: Amalfi Coast
Today we journey on one of the world’s most beautiful routes, the Amalfi Coast. This 50km stretch of stunning coastline winds its way along the Sorrentine peninsula from Sorrento to Salerno, with breathtaking views of land and seascapes. As such a picture-postcard example of a typical Mediterranean landscape, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There will be time to stop for lunch, before arriving in the picturesque Ravello, which enchanted some of the greatest composers, including Wagner and Verdi. There will be the opportunity to visit the gardens of Villa Rufolo, from whose Italianate terrace there is a peerless view of the coastline below. You can enjoy the romantic atmosphere of Sorrento. Return to hotel dinner and overnight.
7th day: Sorrento
A day at leisure or, if seasonal schedules permitting, the chance to enjoy an optional excursion to one of Italy’s most famous islands, Capri. Half-board in the hotel and overnight.
8th day: Tour ends Sorrento
After breakfast transfer by our coach to Naples or Rome Airport for your flight.
Included:
- 3 nights in 3 Star hotel or charming Villa (in Ischia) accommodation on Half-board
- 4 nights in 3 Star hotel or charming Villa (in Sorrento) accommodation on Half-board
- Beverages during meals in hotels
- 4 lunches during the visits
- DeLuxe Bus at disposal for the whole tour
- Ferry boat for Ischia (RT)
- Trip English-speaking Guide (where needed)
- Entrance fees
- Travel instructions and detailed
- Twenty four hours travel assistance of our staff
Not Included:
- Insurance
- Personal Extras
- Tips and Any other feature not mentioned in the “The price includes”
|
