Flavors of Sorrento and Rome

An exciting tour to discover the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Amalfi Coast through its history and flavors. Immerse yourself into an archaeological journey through the ancient cities of Pompeii and Ercolano. Discover Sorrento, a city with a colourful historical centre and a beautiful waterfront filled with bobbing fishing boats. Sail to the rocky island of Capri, and wander around its tiny pedestrian alleys. Last but not least, discover Rome a fabulous mix of history, archaeology, art, religion and delicious food; it certainly is the most popular place to visit in Italy. Truth is, Rome is a city that hardly leaves you indifferent. It's the kind of place you either love or hate – and most inevitably love it.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Sorrento: one of the top attractions in Campania for its gorgeous scenery and the famous limoncello liquor.

Capri: the most scenic and famous island in the world. Famous for exclusive hotels and shopping is a must visit when in Campania. 

Pompeii: known as ‘the buried city,’ one of the most significant proofs of Roman civilization and, like an open book, provides outstanding information on the art, customs, trades and everyday life of the past.

Amalfi Coast: one of Italy’s most memorable destinations: an extremely unique scenery designed by bays, inlets, cliffs and small villages engrafted onto the mountain.

Rome: one of the most important tourist destinations of the world, due to the incalculable immensity of its archaeological and art treasures, as well as for the charm of its unique traditions, the beauty of its panoramic views, and the majesty of its magnificent "villas" (parks).

Day 1: ARRIVAL NAPLES – SORRENTO

Upon landing at Naples International Airport, make your way to the arrivals hall where our driver will meet you. You will then be transferred to your hotel, where you can settle in before spending the rest of this first day at leisure.

Overnight in Sorrento. 

Day 2: SORRENTO – CAPRI – SORRENTO

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel, before departing for an exciting day in Capri. Take the ferry and upon arrival head by minibus to Anacapri, in the west of the island, for some free time before making the trip to Capri town for a walking tour. Zigzag up to Anacapri and wander along cobbled alleys of whitewashed houses. The views over the Amalfi Coast are jaw-dropping. In the afternoon, you’ll head back down to Capri, for a walking tour among the jetsetters in the bars, cafés and label-laden boutiques. Among the star turns are the Gardens of Augustus, which overlook the famous Faraglioni rocks. Well worth checking out are the town’s half-dozen dinky baroque churches.

Overnight in Sorrento. 

Day 3: SORRENTO – POMPEI – SORRENTO

After breakfast, prepare for a half-day excursion to Pompei. Of all the Roman ruins in Italy, none is as poignant or fascinating as Pompeii. More than a moment frozen in time, it’s a window into the past. You’ll discover its remarkably well-preserved houses and landmark sites on the morning excursion to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Buried under volcanic ash by the 79 AD eruption of Mt Vesuvius – which still looms large in the distance –Pompeii brings to life ancient Rome. You’ll tread the cobbled streets brought to life by a guided commentary through headsets. All the major highlights here are covered – the forum, thermal baths, gymnasium and market piazzas. You can still see frescoes on the walls of the homes of the Roman elite. Walking through its ruins is like leafing through the pages of a living history book.

Overnight in Sorrento. 

Day 4: SORRENTO – AMALFI COAST – SORRENTO

After breakfast, prepare for an amazing tour along the Amalfi Coast. The best things come in small packages and that is certainly true of this day trip. Using a minibus carrying just up to 21 people, this wonderful drive is like the Amalfi Drive route but with a more personal touch. Make sure you do not miss the three main towns. Start off with a stop in Positano followed by two hours to explore Amalfi. Then it's time for lunch in the old-world village of Pontone, one of the oldest in the region. In the afternoon you will go to Ravello where you will visit Villa Rufolo, the exquisite house that inspired Richard Wagner. 

Overnight in Sorrento. 

Day 5: SORRENTO – ROME (1.5hrs by train, included)

Charge your batteries with breakfast at the hotel before departing to Rome. Meet your driver at the hotel lobby and reach the train station in Naples to take a fast train to Rome. In less than 2 hours you’ll reach Rome, where your driver will be waiting for you. After checking in at the hotel, you’ll have the opportunity to learn how to make authentic and organic tiramisu and gelato from a professional pastry chef in Rome’s city centre. No doubt this is the most famous Italian dessert worldwide. Learn how to make a perfect artisanal tiramisu starting from baking your biscuits to the final taste. Your tiramisu class will teach you all secrets to making this amazing and delicious dessert in which you’ll be a chef, not a spectator. You’ll also be introduced to the world of Gelato, tasting several amazing flavors and learning about the difference between ice cream and gelato.

Overnight in Rome.

Day 6: ROME

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a small group tour. A half-day tour in the outstanding Museo Nazionale Romano, where Roman artistic treasures are kept, and Michelangelo became an architect. Ancient Rome and the Colosseum are huge and overwhelming, but where is all the precious art gone? That's kept in the Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Massimo and Terme di Diocleziano. In the short span of morning hours, you'll see so many famous art treasures away from the crowd and traffic; you'll stroll in an evergreen wood once belonging to the Thermal Baths of Diocletian, what's more, that huge courtyard was restored by Michelangelo! Let your guide treat you with lost statues from the imperial palace such as Myron's Discobolus (Discus Thrower) and the Old Boxer, richly painted frescoes from the Garden Villa of Empress Livia, colorful mosaics and tombs of any sort and kind! At the end of the tour, keep some space in your heart for science and astronomy, as you will walk in the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, housing the one and only planetary sundial built by XVII century astronomers for the Pope to calculate the perfect sequence of day and night throughout the seasons. Enjoy the pleasure of walking in amazing quietness in front of first-class art pieces and let Rome show you its best treasures!

Overnight in Rome.

Day 7: ROME – VATICAN CITY – ROME

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and spend your morning at leisure. After lunch enjoy a half-day tour of the Vatican Museums, one of the world’s largest museum complexes, with approximately 2,000 rooms that stretch for nearly 9 miles (15 km) inside the Vatican City. Skip the line with your small group of no more than 12 people. Stroll through the corridors to see the world’s largest private art collection, once intended exclusively for the Pope. Through Raphael’s Rooms, four interconnecting chambers adorned with paintings made by Raphael and his pupils, you will reach the beautiful breathtaking Sistine Chapel, the holy chapel where the Pope is elected and where the conclave is organized, a very special occasion to walk through this sacred Vatican site to admire Michelangelo's astounding frescoes. At the end of the visit to the Vatican museums, the guide will leave you in St. Peter's Square where the largest church in Rome is located, with a capacity of 60,000 people, 25,000 square meters, 800 columns, 400 statues, 11 domes, 44 altars, 136 mosaics, full of masterpieces, wonderful architecture and sculptures, including the famous "Pietà", created by Michelangelo when he was only a teenager. Take all your time for prayer and visitation. If the St. Peter's Basilica is not accessible due to any ceremonies, religious functions or early closures, the visit will take place outside. 

Overnight in Rome.

Day 8: DEPARTURE ROME

After breakfast at the hotel at the agreed time meet our driver at the lobby and transfer to the airport of Rome.

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.