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A Roman Holiday, Napoli Delights & Amalfi Allure

Name: A Roman Holiday, Napoli Delights & Amalfi Allure
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Set off on an 11-day Rome, Naples and Amalfi Coast trip, where you'll spend time visiting ancient Roman ruins, savoring local culinary delights and exploring picturesque coastal towns. Start in Rome, Italy's capital city and head to Naples by train where you'll experience the hustle and bustle of the city before heading to the ruins of Pompeii and the island charm of Ischia. Then head to Sorrento and indulge in the glamour of the Amalfi Coast with visit to Positano, Amalfi and the elegant island of Capri.

Trip Highlights

Explore the historic heart of Rome and see iconic sights including the Trevi Fountain
Take a guided tour through the ancient Colosseum and Roman Forum
Discover the ruins of Pompeii as a day trip from Naples
Discover Ischia's castle, lush landscapes, and Mediterranean charm on an island day trip from Naples
Cruise by ferry to Positano and Amalfi, savoring the scenic splendor of colorful cliffside villages
Dive into Capri's glamour, with azure waters and upscale allure on a day trip from Sorrento

Must-See Sights

The most famous archeological site in Italy, the Colosseum opened in AD 80 as an entertainment venue for the citizens of ancient Rome. Crammed into three tiers of seats encircling the stone amphitheater, spectators screamed and cheered as gladiators faced off in bloody battles to the death. Hidden beneath the sand-covered arena was a labyrinth of underground tunnels, slave-holding cells, and exotic animal dens. Visit the Colosseum on a guided tour through the travertine columns lining the upper terraces of the amphitheater. You don’t need to be a lover of architecture to marvel at this legendary symbol of Rome’s dark history.
Vatican City is a sovereign city-state, making it the smallest country in the world. Although famous as home to the Pope and the center of the Roman Catholic Church, you don’t need to be religious or even Catholic to appreciate what lies within the guarded enclosure. St. Peter’s Basilica and Michaelangelo’s gorgeous ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel are among the city’s many treasures. A trip to Rome wouldn’t be complete without a full day in Vatican City. The Vatican City museum complex is the largest in the world, filled with Baroque and Renaissance paintings, tapestries, and sculptures depicting famous religious scenes. If you’re lucky, you might even have the opportunity to see the Pope; he makes a public appearance on Wednesday mornings and Sundays.
Demanding the attention of all locals and tourists who pass by, this grandiose Baroque fountain can be found at the site of an ancient aqueduct where three cobbled streets converge. The legendary promise of tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain for good fortune and return to Rome is one reason this is one of Rome’s most famous landmarks. According to myth, you must stand with your back to the fountain and toss a coin over your left shoulder. But once that’s done, turn around and admire the stone-carved Oceanus, as he stands beneath a heavenly arch at the center of the fountain. His horse-drawn chariot looms over the cascading waterfall.
Situated on a narrow street in the maze-like historic district, the modest exterior of Cappella Sansevero might fool you into believing it’s an ordinary chapel. Behind the museum entrance, however, lies a collection of intricate Baroque sculptures flanked by astounding wall and ceiling frescoes. While each sculpture is a masterpiece in its own right, it’s the sculpture of the Veiled Christ, which draws in thousands of visitors every year. This Baroque marble sculpture depicts Jesus after his crucifixion. Lying on his back, Jesus is draped head to toe in a transparent sheet through which you can see every subtle detail, from the holes in his hands to the pain frozen on his face. The realism is so accurate that it produced a legend; it’s believed that alchemy was involved in the creation of this sculpture.
A trip to Naples just wouldn’t be complete without visiting one of the largest and most famous archaeological museums in the world. The National Archaeological Museum is a treasure trove of Greek and Roman antiquities, from classical busts of famous Roman emperors to marble sculptures depicting the gods and heroes from Greek mythology. There are countless corridors and rooms to explore in this massive museum. Check out the mosaics, frescoes, and other artifacts excavated from Pompeii and Herculaneum. These two towns were destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D. If that’s not enough to sate your curiosity, head downstairs for the ancient Egypt exhibit, featuring an impressive collection of mummies and sarcophagi.
Situated on the lemon tree-lined Corso Italia, Sorrento Cathedral is an impressive Romanesque church with a triple-tiered bell tower. The inside was remodeled in a Baroque fashion after a 16th-century invasion. Upon walking into the cathedral, you’ll notice the dramatic altar at the center flanked by vivid wall and ceiling frescoes. Examples of Sorrento’s famed intarsio (wood mosaic) work can also be spotted, along with paintings by artists from Sorrento’s Neapolitan School of the 1700s.

Southern Italy Coastal Escape Trip Itinerary, Day by Day

Arrival
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Departure

Day 1
Arrive Rome
To Be Determined
Private Transfer from Rome Fiumicino to Hotel
For your arrival in Rome, we will provide information on the customs and passport procedures. We will schedule a pick up for your flight's arrival time. You will be met at arrivals inside the terminal by a driver holding a sign with your name on it. The transfer is for your party only - you will not be sharing a vehicle. The cost of the ride will be included in your itinerary package and you will be taken directly to your hotel. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware the car service can fit up to 1 checked item of luggage and 1 personal item per person, such as a purse or small backpack. If you think you will have more baggage, please inform your travel consultant as this may result in an additional fee.
Mid-Day/Afternoon
Exploring Rome's Historic Center (Centro Storico)
Rome's tangled historical center is packed full of some of the most fascinating and incredible sights. Explore elegant squares and piazzas, centuries-year-old churches, and baroque fountains and wander at leisure the labyrinth of ancient Roman cobbled lanes. Highlights include the Baroque grandeur of Piazza Navona and the great and endlessly copied Roman Pantheon.
Afternoon/Late Afternoon
Piazza Navona - An Italian Night Out
Arguably the most beautiful of all the piazzas in Rome, Piazza Navona is particularly stunning at night. As one of the largest and most romantic piazza squares in Rome, it is a great spot to spend the evening, with a whole host of restaurants, bars and entertainment on offer. See its three impressive fountains illuminated by night, sip on an Aperol Spritz, take an evening stroll or simply sit on a bench with an ice cream. When night falls, this is the place to be.
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Day 1 Arrive Rome
Day 1
Arrive Rome
Private Transfer to your Hotel
Overview
Private Transfer to your Hotel
For your arrival in Rome, we will provide information on the customs and passport procedures. We will schedule a pick up for your flight's arrival time. You will be met at arrivals inside the terminal by a driver holding a sign with your name on it. The transfer is for your party only - you will not be sharing a vehicle. The cost of the ride will be included in your itinerary package and you will be taken directly to your hotel. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware the car service can fit up to 1 checked item of luggage and 1 personal item per person, such as a purse or small backpack. If you think you will have more baggage, please inform your travel consultant as this may result in an additional fee.
Rome's Historic Center
Rome's tangled historical center is packed full of some of the most fascinating and incredible sights. Explore elegant squares and piazzas, centuries-year-old churches, and baroque fountains and wander at leisure the labyrinth of ancient Roman cobbled lanes. Highlights include the Baroque grandeur of Piazza Navona and the great and endlessly copied Roman Pantheon.
Dining in Piazza Navona
Arguably the most beautiful of all the piazzas in Rome, Piazza Navona is particularly stunning at night. As one of the largest and most romantic piazza squares in Rome, it is a great spot to spend the evening, with a whole host of restaurants, bars and entertainment on offer. See its three impressive fountains illuminated by night, sip on an Aperol Spritz, take an evening stroll or simply sit on a bench with an ice cream. When night falls, this is the place to be.
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To Be Determined: Private Transfer to your Hotel
For your arrival in Rome, we will provide information on the customs and passport procedures. We will schedule a pick up for your flight's arrival time. You will be met at arrivals inside the terminal by a driver holding a sign with your name on it. The transfer is for your party only - you will not be sharing a vehicle. The cost of the ride will be included in your itinerary package and you will be taken directly to your hotel. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware the car service can fit up to 1 checked item of luggage and 1 personal item per person, such as a purse or small backpack. If you think you will have more baggage, please inform your travel consultant as this may result in an additional fee.
Mid-Day/Afternoon: Rome's Historic Center
Rome's tangled historical center is packed full of some of the most fascinating and incredible sights. Explore elegant squares and piazzas, centuries-year-old churches, and baroque fountains and wander at leisure the labyrinth of ancient Roman cobbled lanes. Highlights include the Baroque grandeur of Piazza Navona and the great and endlessly copied Roman Pantheon.
Piazza Navona
Stand in one of the most beautiful squares in Rome, home to the famous Fontana dei Fiumi Fountain by Bernini.
A Roman rendezvous, Piazza Navona is, for many people, the most beautiful square in the world. Like many of Rome's landmarks, Piazza Navona is located over the foundations of an ancient monument, a 30,000 seat stadium of Domitian. The former tiers of seats have since made way for ornate fountains, exuberant baroque palazzi, and bustling pavement cafes. The square has long been the hub for local life, hosting Rome's main market for over 300 years. Today it attracts a colorful circus of tourists, performers, hawkers, street artists, and pigeons. The first visit to Piazza Navona might well result in a stiff neck from gazing up at all the sumptuous Baroque beauty.
Pantheon
Visit this iconic former pagan temple converted into a Christian church.
This sanctuary of impressive dimensions is one of the best-preserved buildings of ancient Rome. Erected on the foundations of an earlier temple dating back to 27 BC, its construction was ordered by the Emporer Hadrian in the second century AD. The Pantheon was originally a Pagan temple dedidated to all of the gods. The building's consecration as a church in 609 AD saved it from the abandonment, destruction, and the worst of the spoliation that befell the majority of ancient Rome's buildings during the early medieval period. Its greying exterior may look its age, but inside, a spectacular experience awaits. With light streaming through its oculus, the marble-clad interior seems vast. The Pantheon is home to some notable tombs, including those of painters Annibale Carracci and Raphael and King Vittorio Emanuele II.
Column of Marcus Aurelius
Column formerly dedicated to Emperor Marcus Aurelius; a statue of St. Paul now stands in place of his.
If you turn left at the far end of the Temple of Adrian, you'll arrive at the Column of Marcus Aurelius (Colonna di Marco Aurelio). The column located on Piazza Colonna commemorates the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius and his victories over the Germanic tribes in Danubian and Marcomannic wars. It was modeled on Trajan's Column (which is located in Trajan's Forum). The column consists of 27 or 28 blocks of Carrara marble, each of 3.7 meters (12 ft) diameter, and was nicknamed the Centenaria, "hundred-footer" because it was 100 Roman feet or 29.60 meters high. On the top of the column was a statue of Marcus Aurelius; today, the apostle Paul stands there.
Via del Corso
One of the main streets in Rome.
The main street running alongside the Piazza Colonna is one of the main streets in Rome, called the Via del Corso. It is remarkable for being absolutely straight in an area characterized by narrow meandering alleys and small piazzas. Its runs 1.5km from Piazza del Popolo all the way to Piazza Venezia and is one of the busiest shopping streets in Rome. You’ll find lots of large international stores all over the street including major retailers such as Nike and Zara, as well as smaller Italian retailers where bargains on boutique pieces of Italian clothing and souvenirs can be found.
Afternoon/Late Afternoon: Dining in Piazza Navona
Arguably the most beautiful of all the piazzas in Rome, Piazza Navona is particularly stunning at night. As one of the largest and most romantic piazza squares in Rome, it is a great spot to spend the evening, with a whole host of restaurants, bars and entertainment on offer. See its three impressive fountains illuminated by night, sip on an Aperol Spritz, take an evening stroll or simply sit on a bench with an ice cream. When night falls, this is the place to be.
Day 2
Rome
Day 2
Rome
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Heart of the Empire: Private Tour of Ancient Rome & the Colosseum
On this 3-hour private guided tour, you will explore the imposing remains of ancient Rome. Your guide will explain the extraordinary history of the birth of Rome, life in the city and everything about the fall of the Empire. Visit the Colosseum, the monumental ruins of the Roman Forum, and end the tour on the Capitoline Hill, the smallest and most important of the seven hills of Ancient Rome.
Mid-Day/Afternoon
Piazza Venezia & Surroundings
The Piazza Venezia is not only the central hub of Rome, but is also located at the foot of the Capitoline Hill, which is the ancient heart of Rome. Thus it was chosen as a fitting space for a memorial to the first king of modern Italy, Victor Emmanuel II, who led the unification of the Italian states in the 1860s. The gigantic monument now overlooks the Piazza Venezia in overwhelming marble glory, standing as an unmissable symbol of Italian unity. The open space and dramatic setting were used to great effect by Mussolini, who staged rallies here. However, the monument is just one of the several sights that can be found around Piazza Venezia, an area often overlooked by tourists who pass from the historic center directly to the Colosseum further down the street. For instance, just below it you'll find Trajan's Forum, containing some of Rome's most notable ruins, and just above it on the Capitoline Hill, an elegant square designed by Michelangelo.
Late Afternoon
Spanish Steps and surroundings
The streets spreading out from grand Piazza del Popolo (People's Square) form a trident that hosts some of the most popular shopping and tourist sights in Rome. These include the Spanish Steps, the adjacent Keats-Shelley House where Keats died of tuberculosis in 1821, Trevi Fountain where Anita Ekberg jumped into the water in the famous scene from Frederico Fellini's La Dolce Vita, and the Mausoleum of Emperor Augustus.
Early Evening/Evening
Exploring & Dining Out in Trastevere
Stroll around Trastevere, a formerly working-class district which has now been transformed into one of its hippest neighborhoods. You'll discover a heady nightlife mostly free of the tourist traps which mar other parts of the center, and you'll discover hidden corners beloved by locals and visitors alike. We highly recommend dining out in one of the district's top-rated restaurants or cafes, but beware, this is Rome's most popular spot for dinner, so booking ahead or dining early is highly advised. If you don't make a reservation, here's one tip for finding a restaurant: if someone is standing outside trying to convince you to come in, it's not popular with the locals.
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Day 2 Rome
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Ancient Rome Guided Walk
On this 3-hour private guided tour, you will explore the imposing remains of ancient Rome. Your guide will explain the extraordinary history of the birth of Rome, life in the city and everything about the fall of the Empire. Visit the Colosseum, the monumental ruins of the Roman Forum, and end the tour on the Capitoline Hill, the smallest and most important of the seven hills of Ancient Rome.
Colosseum
Ancient Roman Ampitheater
Monumental Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games
Mid-Day/Afternoon: Piazza Venezia
The Piazza Venezia is not only the central hub of Rome, but is also located at the foot of the Capitoline Hill, which is the ancient heart of Rome. Thus it was chosen as a fitting space for a memorial to the first king of modern Italy, Victor Emmanuel II, who led the unification of the Italian states in the 1860s. The gigantic monument now overlooks the Piazza Venezia in overwhelming marble glory, standing as an unmissable symbol of Italian unity. The open space and dramatic setting were used to great effect by Mussolini, who staged rallies here. However, the monument is just one of the several sights that can be found around Piazza Venezia, an area often overlooked by tourists who pass from the historic center directly to the Colosseum further down the street. For instance, just below it you'll find Trajan's Forum, containing some of Rome's most notable ruins, and just above it on the Capitoline Hill, an elegant square designed by Michelangelo.
Vittorio Emanuele II Monument
Visit this grand monument and ascend to the roof through an elevator at the back for the wonderful views of the Roman Forum and Colosseum.
Standing grand and mighty on Capitoline Hill overlooking Piazza Venezia, the monumental marble temple honouring Italy's first king Vittorio Emanuele II is a sight often overlooked by tourists. The impressive wedding cake-like building is home to one of the best views in Rome. Ascend to its rooftop and you can enjoy amazing views over the Roman Forum and Colosseum. The monument is also the sight of the Altar of the Fatherland (Altare della Patria), which includes an altar to the goddess Rome, and a shrine to the Italian Unknown Soldier, thus making the monument a sort of secular temple dedicated to the country. However, it's unlikely the relatively modest and unassuming Vittorio would have appreciated this massive monument built to his legacy. Inaugurated in 1911 to symbolize the achievement of Italian unity, it irrevocably changed the aspect of the city, throwing out of scale the Capitoline hill itself and causing indiscriminate damage. Familiarly known as ‘Mussolini’s typewriter’ (it was finished during his regime in 1937), it is thought by some locals to be a colossal monstrosity, although for others its symbolic importance makes it a place of reverence, regardless of any architectural criticism.
Capitoline Square & Capitoline Museums
See the square Michelangelo designed to mark the spot of Rome's legendary origins.
This square at the top of the Capitoline Hill, Piazza del Campidoglio, is a lovely piece of town planning designed by Michelangelo. It is surrounded on three sides by stately palaces and an open-end featuring a balustrade. This is the historical center of ancient Rome, and to reflect this fact, Pope Paul III ordered that the famous gilded bronze equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius be moved here from the Lateran hill. Off of one corner of the square you will find a reproduction of the famous Lupa Capitolina, that is, the statue of the she-wolf that suckled the legendary founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus. Wander just a bit further and you will be rewarded with an amazing view over the Forum. You'll also find the Capitoline Museums in one of the 15th century palaces fronting the square. These are some of the oldest collections in Rome, containing Classical Roman, Greek, and Egyptian sculptures, as well as Renaissance art.
Markets of Trajan
Take a look around the world's first shopping mall.
Trajan's Forum was the last great forum built in Rome and rivaled the original Forum in scale and grandiosity. However, the only significant structure that remains now is the semicircular ruins of the Trajan Markets, which are often described as the world's first shopping mall. Arcaded passageways led to offices, shops, and apartments, situated in a multi-story structure. It is still possible to visit some of these levels. Within Trajan's Market you will find the Museum of Imperial Fora, one of the best interactive museums covering Ancient Rome. The labeling in English is unsurpassed and the exhibition rooms both in the museum and the rooms of the markets provide a superb introduction to Roman life and the architecture and building methods that were lost for centuries after the fall of the Roman Empire. Two or three hours spent here is time well invested.
Trajan's Column
Relive a saga of war and conquest on this carved frieze as it winds its way up a 140-foot high ancient column.
Built in 113 AD out of 18 massive blocks of marble, the column is decorated with exquisitely executed reliefs which spiral up around it. There are over 2,500 carved figures, and the column tells a detailed and highly visual tale of the Emperor Trajan’s Dacian wars. At the top of the column once stood a statue of the victorious Emperor (replaced by St Peter in 1588), and a spiral stone staircase inside led to a platform from which extensive views could be enjoyed over the rooftops of the city. Today the column is visible from the Piazza Venezia without a ticket, but those with a particular interest in Roman history might consider hiring a private guide who can explain the story depicted by the column in more detail.
Late Afternoon: Spanish Steps
The streets spreading out from grand Piazza del Popolo (People's Square) form a trident that hosts some of the most popular shopping and tourist sights in Rome. These include the Spanish Steps, the adjacent Keats-Shelley House where Keats died of tuberculosis in 1821, Trevi Fountain where Anita Ekberg jumped into the water in the famous scene from Frederico Fellini's La Dolce Vita, and the Mausoleum of Emperor Augustus.
Spanish Steps
Take a scenic walk up the 18th-century stairway where Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck set out on their Roman Holiday.
The majestically balustraded Spanish Steps were built in 1723-6 to connect the piazza with the church of the Trinita dei Monti and the Pincio. It quickly became a favorite spot of poets, artists, and writers who gathered on its 137 steps, and it's now a favorite stop for tourists from all over the world. Yet this highly attractive stairway still somehow manages to retain a sense of romance even at the height of the tourist season, and if you happen to get there at the beginning of May you’ll find it laden with tubs of magnificent azaleas. A masterpiece of 18th-century town planning, the steps actually contain a religious message – the three flights and three landings are an allusion to the Holy Trinity.
Keats-Shelly House
Visit the last residence of poet John Keats, now a memorial museum.
The Keats-Shelley House at the foot of the Spanish Steps to the right contains the apartment where the poet John Keats spent the last three months of his life. The House is essentially an archive of English-language literary and historical works and a museum of manuscripts and literary mementoes relating to the Keats circle of the early 19th century, i.e. Keats himself, Percy and Mary Shelley and Byron (who at one time lived across the square).
The Trevi Fountain
Admire one of the most iconic sights in Rome, made famous by Anita Ekberg in La Dolce Vita.
The Trevi Fountain is one of the most iconic sights in Rome thanks to the antics of the shapely Anita Ekberg casting herself into its waters in Frederico Fellini’s cinematic masterpiece, La Dolce Vita. The fountain curiously seems to appear out of virtually nowhere within a warren of backstreets but is nevertheless discovered reasonably early each day by endless crowds of tourists looking to ensure their future return to Rome by tossing a coin back over their should into its crystal clear water (the coins are raked up each morning and donated to the Church organization Caritas).
Mausoleum of Augustus
Visit the tomb of the first Roman Emperor and his family, which is finally being restored after more than a millenium of neglect.
The huge circular Mausoleum of Augustus, holding the tomb of the Emperor and the principal members of his family was one of the most sacred monuments of the ancient city, but has been somewhat neglected in recent decades, though it has undergone recent restoration. Erected in 28 BC and originally surrounded by a huge public park, it has a diameter of 87m (330 Roman feet), the largest circular mausoleum in the world.
Piazza del Popolo
Take some time to admire this elegant square that once served as an impressive main entry point into the city of Rome.
The Piazza del Popolo was created in 1538 for Paul III in strict alignment with the three long straight streets which penetrate the city here as a trident. The piazza once acted as one the primary entrances into Rome, and many travelers recorded their first arrival in Rome through the monumental Porta del Popolo, which may have been designed by Michelangelo. An obelisk, 24m high, rises in the center and on the side of the piazza opposite the porta are the twin decorative 17th-century Baroque churches, Santa Maria dei Miracoli and Santa Maria in Montesanto.
Early Evening/Evening: Trastevere
Stroll around Trastevere, a formerly working-class district which has now been transformed into one of its hippest neighborhoods. You'll discover a heady nightlife mostly free of the tourist traps which mar other parts of the center, and you'll discover hidden corners beloved by locals and visitors alike. We highly recommend dining out in one of the district's top-rated restaurants or cafes, but beware, this is Rome's most popular spot for dinner, so booking ahead or dining early is highly advised. If you don't make a reservation, here's one tip for finding a restaurant: if someone is standing outside trying to convince you to come in, it's not popular with the locals.
Basilica di Santa Maria
Step inside this mosaic-covered gem of Rome, and then linger for a while to people watch on the square its located on.
Said to be the oldest church dedicated to the Virgin Mary in Rome, it dates back to the 3rd Century. Despite being located on the central square of one of Rome's most popular neighborhoods for dining and nightlife, the Basilica di Santa Maria is often missed by visitors. Most just stop outside to admire its 12th-century facade and its glittering mosaic depicting Mary feeding Jesus. Its interior though is the true draw, as it is home to impressive golden mosaics from the 13th century by Pietro Cavallini, and its nave is held up by 21 ancient Roman columns pillaged from the Baths of Caracalla. After visiting the church, be sure to hang out for a little while on the square to appreciate the lively vibe of the Trastevere neighborhood.
Day 3
Rome
Day 3
Rome
Early Morning to Mid-Day
Explore the Vatican City's Many Wonders
Rome is unique in the world in that it contains an independent country within its city limits - the Vatican City, from where the Pope administers the Catholic Church. The symbolic center of Catholicism is St Peter's Basilica, the second-largest Catholic church in the world and among the most beautiful. The Vatican Museum contains one of the greatest collections of art in existence, including Michelangelo's jaw-dropping Sistine Chapel. The popes had a bigger influence on Rome than just the collection of art. The Pope's title is actually Bishop of Rome, and popes administed the city for centuries, shaping its architecture & public spaces. Rome was re-built to be an example of urban beauty, and the Vatican was meant to be the showcase within the showcase. Their success is evident from the throngs of visitors who flock here even today.
Mid-Day/Afternoon
Castel Sant'Angelo
Designed and built by Emperor Hadrian as his own mausoleum, the great circular hulk of Castel Sant'Angelo provides one of the best routes to the Vatican and St Peter's via the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge. Appropriated by the popes, the mausoleum was turned into a fortress and attached to the Vatican with a passageway for the popes to use as a refuge in times of siege or invasion - this is where Pope Clement VII sheltered during the Sack of Rome in 1527.
Afternoon/Late Afternoon
Exploring the Villa Borghese Gardens
The Villa Borghese Park acts as the main respite and sanctuary for Romans and tourists alike away from the din of central Rome. Overlooking Piazza del Popolo and only a stone's throw from the Spanish Steps, the area was a district of market gardens, olive groves, and patrician villas until taken over as summer estates by the city's wealthy during the Renaissance. The most notable is Villa Borghese, which now houses one of the city's best non-Vatican art collections. The adjacent Pincio Gardens offer a grand vista over Rome.
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Day 3 Rome
Early Morning to Mid-Day: Vatican City
Rome is unique in the world in that it contains an independent country within its city limits - the Vatican City, from where the Pope administers the Catholic Church. The symbolic center of Catholicism is St Peter's Basilica, the second-largest Catholic church in the world and among the most beautiful. The Vatican Museum contains one of the greatest collections of art in existence, including Michelangelo's jaw-dropping Sistine Chapel. The popes had a bigger influence on Rome than just the collection of art. The Pope's title is actually Bishop of Rome, and popes administed the city for centuries, shaping its architecture & public spaces. Rome was re-built to be an example of urban beauty, and the Vatican was meant to be the showcase within the showcase. Their success is evident from the throngs of visitors who flock here even today.
St Peter's Square
Stand in the middle of this famous square in which the faithful gather to hear the Pope give audiences and celebrate mass.
As one of the most superb conceptions of its kind in civic architecture, St Peter’s Square is the masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini and makes a wonderful approach to one of the world’s most magnificent churches, St Peter's Basilica. An oval rather than an actual square, the piazza, laid out in 1656-67, is partially enclosed by two semi-circular colonnades on which stand 96 statues of saints and martyrs. At the center of the oval stands an 84-foot (26m) tall Egyptian obelisk of red granite.
Sistine Chapel
Gaze up at the world's most famous ceiling, the masterpiece of Michelangelo.
This famous chapel inside the Vatican Museums is best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling of "The Creation of Adam" and "The Last Judgement" fresco that covers the whole altar wall of the chapel. The jaw-dropping sight is not to be missed, considered one of the top highlights of visiting the Vatican Museums and one of the top artistic wonders of the world.
Vatican Museums
Book early if you want to see the Vatican Museum's monumental works of art from the greatest Italian artists of the Renaissance.
The Vatican Museum is actually 26 different museums, which include not only exhibitions but chapels, apartments, and other rooms of the Vatican palace, covering a huge range of fine and applied arts patronized by the popes. There's also an outstanding collection of ancient antiquities (including even the Emperor Nero's red stone bathtub), a gallery of hand-painted maps, and whole rooms turned into works of art. In addition to ancient and medieval works of art, you'll see masterpieces by the "who's who" of the Italian Renaissance, including Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Titian, and Caravaggio. Other highlights include panels by the brilliant monk-artist Fra Angelico, works from the Venetian school, including Vavarini, and much, much more. Booking in advance is highly recommended as otherwise you can wait for hours or not even be able to get in at all.
St Peter’s Basilica
Explore the gigantic and incredibly beautiful church known as "the greatest of all churches of Christendom".
The basilica is one of the chief pilgrimage sites in the Christian world, and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rome. The basilica is the symbolic center of the church not only because the Pope frequently celebrates Mass there, but because it is believed that the apostle St. Peter is buried beneath it. Catholics consider Peter as the first Bishop of Rome and "the rock" upon which the Catholic Church was built, in accordance with Christ's instructions. Inside you can admire sculptures by Bernini as well as Michelangelo's famous sculpture of the Virgin Mary holding the crucified Jesus, known as The Pietà. The church's elaborate and impressive golden interior is a sight to behold. Other sights include St Peter's tomb, the Papal crypts in the necropolis under the basilica, as well as the dome, which rewards visitors with views over Rome. Entry is free, but queues to visit the Basilica can be lengthy, so it is highly advised to either get there early or to purchase a skip the line entrance. The dome is also paid entry.
Vatican Gardens
Escape the crowds in this oasis of green hidden behind the walls of the Vatican.
Accessible only via a guided tour, the gardens are definitely worth a visit. Just as the Popes have for hundreds of years, you can stroll the gardens and relax amidst the greenery, while taking in the perfect view of St. Peter's.
Mid-Day/Afternoon: Castel Sant'Angelo
Designed and built by Emperor Hadrian as his own mausoleum, the great circular hulk of Castel Sant'Angelo provides one of the best routes to the Vatican and St Peter's via the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge. Appropriated by the popes, the mausoleum was turned into a fortress and attached to the Vatican with a passageway for the popes to use as a refuge in times of siege or invasion - this is where Pope Clement VII sheltered during the Sack of Rome in 1527.
Mausoleum of Hadrian
Visit this iconic 2nd Century Castle built as the Mausoleum For Emperor Hadrian.
Known as Hadrian's Tomb, the Castel Sant'Angelo is a fortress on the banks of the River Tiber. Originally built as a tomb for the Emperor, it has evolved over the centuries and today it is one of Rome's most underrated museums. Inside you can see the historic Papal apartments, decorated with frescoes from the Renaissance period. Outside you can admire the castle's bastion and rooftop with beautiful views over the river and the Vatican.
Ponte Sant'Angelo
Walk across this pedestrian bridge that was built in 134 A.D. by Emperor Hadrian.
Hadrian had the bridge built as an approach to his mausoleum, but it didn't gain its magnificent angel statues by Bernini until late in the 17th century. Spanning the River Tiber, it is completely pedestrianised, which allows for great photo opportunities of the castle and St Peter's Basilica in the near distance.
Afternoon/Late Afternoon: Villa Borghese Gardens
The Villa Borghese Park acts as the main respite and sanctuary for Romans and tourists alike away from the din of central Rome. Overlooking Piazza del Popolo and only a stone's throw from the Spanish Steps, the area was a district of market gardens, olive groves, and patrician villas until taken over as summer estates by the city's wealthy during the Renaissance. The most notable is Villa Borghese, which now houses one of the city's best non-Vatican art collections. The adjacent Pincio Gardens offer a grand vista over Rome.
Medici Villa
Take a peak at a 16th-century cardinal's villa that was once considered one of the grandest residences in the city.
Built-in 1564-74 and bought by Cardinal Ferdinando de'Medici in 1576, who further enlarged it, the Medici Villa was considered one of the grandest residences in the city. Galileo was held under house arrest here by the Inquisition in 1630-3. In 1801, the villa was bought by Napoleon and the French Academy was transferred here where it has remained to this day, meaning it is closed to the general public. French students who win the Prix de Rome are sent to study here for periods of six months to two years at the expense of the French government. Well-known scholars include Berlioz, Debussy, and Ingres. It remains one of the most important cultural institutions in Europe and the most beautiful villas to have preserved its garden in the center of Rome.
Galleria Borghese
Visit Rome's most famous art gallery outside of the Vatican Museums.
The gallery started out as the private family collection of the powerful Borghese family, who poured much of their wealth into the patronage of the best Renaissance-era artists. It contains masterpieces not only by Bernini and Caravaggio, but also Raphael, Rubens, and Titian. Don't miss in particular Caravaggio's David with the Head of Goliath - the head is said to be a self-portrait. It's obligatory to book your visit in advance, you'll need a printable confirmation and a booking number.
National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art
See the most important collection in existence of Italian modern art.
The gallery was founded in 1883, although the current museum building was purpose-built for it in 1911. It displays paintings and sculptures of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and is the largest such collection in Italy. In addition to Italian artists such as Giorgio de Chirico and Giorgio Morandi, you'll find works from non-Italian artists including Degas, Monet, and Jackson Pollock.
Day 4 Train: 1.5h
Rome to Naples
Day 4 Train: 1.5h
Rome to Naples
8:55 AM
Transfer to Station by Taxi or Public Transport
Most trains depart from Roma Termini station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance. You can also reach the station by public bus, but admittedly this can be an unpleasant and difficult experience if traveling with bags. If staying at a hotel, they can order a reliable taxi. Some private transfers will even help with your bags. Uber is also available for those with the app.
09:53 - 11:03
Rail Journey from Rome to Naples
The journey to Naples will be aboard one of Italy's high-speed trains - the Frecciarossa, which reaches speeds of up to 250 miles per hour (400 km/h) and offers maximum comfort. Your route will take you directly to Rome in approximately 1h10m. There are no intermediate stops when travelling by fast train from Rome to Naples. Instead, you can sit back and admire the beautiful countryside of Lazio and Campania from the train window. Definitely, a pleasant way to spend an hour and a bit on a train!
11:03 AM
Arrival and Transfer by Taxi or Public Transport
Most trains arrive in Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale) station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance, while keeping in mind that traffic can be quite heavy near the station and that it is not a good pedestrian environment. Also consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option. There is a metro station co-located with the train station. Taxis are available at all rail stations, and official Naples taxis are generally reliable and honest, so taking one is cheaper than a pre-arranged transfer. There are some idiosyncrasies, such as being charged extra for individual pieces of luggage. Licensed taxis in Naples are white, with a city registration number on both front doors and a taxi sign on the roof.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Discover Naples On Foot Guided Walking Tour
Discover both the ancient and modern history of Naples as well as the real town: its people, the students, the food (the best pizzerias and pastry shops in Italy), and the craftsmanship on this three-hour private guided walking tour. Your personal guide will pick you up directly from your hotel.
Late Afternoon
Dining Out in the Historic Quarter
Naples is rightly famous for its street food, the people's version, that of the “mangiamaccheroni” (pasta eaters), with its corner shop windows. But then there are also the more up-market recipes of the monzù (derived from the French word monsieur), the professional chefs who used to work for the lower nobility aristocracy in the more bourgeois parts of the city. You get can get to know both worlds using our detailed map and list of dining recommendations in the city's historic quarter.
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Day 4 Train: 1.5hRome to Naples
8:55 AM: Transfer to Rail Station
Most trains depart from Roma Termini station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance. You can also reach the station by public bus, but admittedly this can be an unpleasant and difficult experience if traveling with bags. If staying at a hotel, they can order a reliable taxi. Some private transfers will even help with your bags. Uber is also available for those with the app.
09:53 - 11:03: Train to Naples
The journey to Naples will be aboard one of Italy's high-speed trains - the Frecciarossa, which reaches speeds of up to 250 miles per hour (400 km/h) and offers maximum comfort. Your route will take you directly to Rome in approximately 1h10m. There are no intermediate stops when travelling by fast train from Rome to Naples. Instead, you can sit back and admire the beautiful countryside of Lazio and Campania from the train window. Definitely, a pleasant way to spend an hour and a bit on a train!
11:03 AM: Transfer from Rail Station
Most trains arrive in Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale) station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance, while keeping in mind that traffic can be quite heavy near the station and that it is not a good pedestrian environment. Also consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option. There is a metro station co-located with the train station. Taxis are available at all rail stations, and official Naples taxis are generally reliable and honest, so taking one is cheaper than a pre-arranged transfer. There are some idiosyncrasies, such as being charged extra for individual pieces of luggage. Licensed taxis in Naples are white, with a city registration number on both front doors and a taxi sign on the roof.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Naples City Guided Walking Tour
Discover both the ancient and modern history of Naples as well as the real town: its people, the students, the food (the best pizzerias and pastry shops in Italy), and the craftsmanship on this three-hour private guided walking tour. Your personal guide will pick you up directly from your hotel.
Late Afternoon: Dining Out in the Historic Quarter
Naples is rightly famous for its street food, the people's version, that of the “mangiamaccheroni” (pasta eaters), with its corner shop windows. But then there are also the more up-market recipes of the monzù (derived from the French word monsieur), the professional chefs who used to work for the lower nobility aristocracy in the more bourgeois parts of the city. You get can get to know both worlds using our detailed map and list of dining recommendations in the city's historic quarter.
Da Michele Pizza
Taste the most famous pizza in Naples at the pizzeria featured in Eat, Pray, Love.
This pizzeria has been making pizza since 1870, and many claim that it is the best pizza in Naples. They serve only two kinds of pizza - Margherita and Marinara (without Mozzarella but with lots of garlic and oregano). Be prepared to wait for a spot, at any time of the day. Be prepared to wait and to share a table - no reservations are accepted.
Sea Front Pasta Bar
One of the best pasta places in Naples.
$$$$. Watch your chef prepare your meal in front of you. If you've had your fill of pizza and seafood and want to get back to the Italian staple, then this is one of the best places in Naples. Prices are a bit higher than elsewhere here. [Piazza Municipio 1, Tel. 39 081 1849 6287, www.facebook.com/dimartinoseafront].
Day 5
Naples
Day 5
Naples
Early Morning to Mid-Day
Excursion to the Island of Ischia
The largest island in the Bay of Naples, Ischia is more interesting geographically than Capri, which makes it great for gentle hikes, especially to its summit of Mt Epomeo, and its volcanic soils make for the cultivation of fine wines. It also has some lovely sun-bathing spots and an exquisitely picturesque coastal fortress.
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Day 5 Naples
Early Morning to Mid-Day: Ischia Island
The largest island in the Bay of Naples, Ischia is more interesting geographically than Capri, which makes it great for gentle hikes, especially to its summit of Mt Epomeo, and its volcanic soils make for the cultivation of fine wines. It also has some lovely sun-bathing spots and an exquisitely picturesque coastal fortress.
Castello Aragonese
Walk across a causeway to reach this picturesque medieval castle located on a small
Accessed via the 15th century Ponte Aragonese, a 750 feet (228m) long causeway, the rocky islet fortress of Alfonso the Magnanimous is Ischia's top sight. As you explore you will understand why it made such a stunning backdrop in the film The Talented Mr Ripley. The citadel itself is showing signs of wear and tear and some of it is closed to the public, but below is a complex of buildings that could be almost a separate village, and you can wander around these by way of olive-shaded paths and lush terraces. There's an eerie open shell of a cathedral destroyed by British bombardment in 1806 and a prison that once held political prisoners during the Unification struggle. Otherwise, there are a couple nice cafe-restaurants from where you can enjoy the sea views.There's also the remains of a convent, in which a couple of dark rooms are ringed with a set of seats that look like stone toilets. These actually served as a cemetery for the deceased sisters - the bodies were placed on these seats to decompose, and the nuns would gather to pray here. While today this all seems rather macabre, the sisters considered it a reminder of their own ephemeral existence on earth.
Mt Epomeo
Hike to the top of Mount Epomeo for breathtaking views over the island.
Take a short but steep hike up to Ischia's highest point on Mount Epomeo to enjoy superb views of the entire island of Ischia and its many vineyards. On a clear day, you can even see Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento and the island of Capri in the distance. You need to be reasonably fit and wear good shoes, as the final part of the track becomes no more than a channel cut out of the soft rock. There's a rather good terrace cafe/restaurant at the top where you can take a refreshment break.
Day 6
Naples
Day 6
Naples
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Guided Excursion of Pompei Ruins
Enjoy a tour of the vast archaeological site of Pompeii and learn the sad yet riveting stories of the town's inhabitants with your private guide. You will meet your guide close to the Pompeii train station and then enter Pompeii together. The Pompeii train station is directly outside the ancient town. Tickets to Pompeii, as well as a guided two-hour tour, are included. Note transport to Pompeii is not included.
Early Morning
National Archaeological Museum
The greatest Italian archaeological museum outside Rome, the Neopolitan National Archaeological Museum is a mandatory stop for anyone planning to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum, boasting as it does the greatest treasures from those two fateful townships. It also contains some of the most jaw-dropping sculptures from antiquity, including the fabulous Farnese Bull and the muscle-bound Ercole (Hercules) that once graced the Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
Early Morning
Dining Out in the Spanish Quarter
You can experience the best pizza and famous Neopolitan pasta and seafood dishes in the Quartieri Spagnoli (Spanish Quarter), a bustling, colorful, crumbling, energetic, gritty, and crowded neighborhood that is the most densely populated part of the city. The tight grid of streets looks like graph paper on the map; reflecting the street network laid out in the 1600s when the Spanish ruled the Kingdom of Naples. It is, in short, the stereotype of Naples that is seen in movies. It was once a bedrock of support for the Camorra, the Neapolitan crime organization, but those days are long gone. Apart from being the self-styled home of pizza, Naples and Spanish Quarter restaurants in particular also specialize in spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti with tiny local clams called vongole verace) and mountainous platters of frutti di mare ("fruits of the sea," a combination of crustaceans, shellfish, bivalves, calamari, and octopus - more or less any seafood that's not actually a fish). You can also find more great restaurants nearby in the adjacent Ferdinando quarter close to the seafront. If you still have room at the end of a meal, or simply want to try something sweet while on the go, try a sfogliatella. Small delicacies in the shape of shells, sfogliatellas are created by rolling a delicious filling of ricotta and almond paste into a rich number of dough layers. When baked, the layers become crisp and separate from each other, giving the sfogliatella its characteristic ridged look. Icing sugar sprinkled on top completes these heavenly bites.
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Day 6 Naples
9:00 AM - 2:00 AM: Pompeii Guided Tour
Enjoy a tour of the vast archaeological site of Pompeii and learn the sad yet riveting stories of the town's inhabitants with your private guide. You will meet your guide close to the Pompeii train station and then enter Pompeii together. The Pompeii train station is directly outside the ancient town. Tickets to Pompeii, as well as a guided two-hour tour, are included. Note transport to Pompeii is not included.
House of the Tragic Poet
Visit this fascinating restored Pompeiian home with a famous animal mosaic.
On the threshold is a mosaic dog, with the inscription cave canem ('beware of the dog'). Some of the most striking wall paintings housed in the National Archaeological Museum in the center of Naples were taken from this house.
House of the Vettii
Visit this incredibly well-preserved upper class residence.
The House of the Vetti is one of the richest and most famous sights in Pompeii. It was the property of two wealthy merchants, and it features some beautiful original wall paintings, still in their original positions, the most famous (or notorious) of which is the extraordinary front image of the god Priapus weighing his enormous phallus against a money bag.
Early Morning: National Archaeological Museum
The greatest Italian archaeological museum outside Rome, the Neopolitan National Archaeological Museum is a mandatory stop for anyone planning to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum, boasting as it does the greatest treasures from those two fateful townships. It also contains some of the most jaw-dropping sculptures from antiquity, including the fabulous Farnese Bull and the muscle-bound Ercole (Hercules) that once graced the Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
Early Morning: Dining Out, Spanish Quarter
You can experience the best pizza and famous Neopolitan pasta and seafood dishes in the Quartieri Spagnoli (Spanish Quarter), a bustling, colorful, crumbling, energetic, gritty, and crowded neighborhood that is the most densely populated part of the city. The tight grid of streets looks like graph paper on the map; reflecting the street network laid out in the 1600s when the Spanish ruled the Kingdom of Naples. It is, in short, the stereotype of Naples that is seen in movies. It was once a bedrock of support for the Camorra, the Neapolitan crime organization, but those days are long gone. Apart from being the self-styled home of pizza, Naples and Spanish Quarter restaurants in particular also specialize in spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti with tiny local clams called vongole verace) and mountainous platters of frutti di mare ("fruits of the sea," a combination of crustaceans, shellfish, bivalves, calamari, and octopus - more or less any seafood that's not actually a fish). You can also find more great restaurants nearby in the adjacent Ferdinando quarter close to the seafront. If you still have room at the end of a meal, or simply want to try something sweet while on the go, try a sfogliatella. Small delicacies in the shape of shells, sfogliatellas are created by rolling a delicious filling of ricotta and almond paste into a rich number of dough layers. When baked, the layers become crisp and separate from each other, giving the sfogliatella its characteristic ridged look. Icing sugar sprinkled on top completes these heavenly bites.
Da Michele Pizza
Taste the most famous pizza in Naples at the pizzeria featured in Eat, Pray, Love.
This pizzeria has been making pizza since 1870, and many claim that it is the best pizza in Naples. They serve only two kinds of pizza - Margherita and Marinara (without Mozzarella but with lots of garlic and oregano). Be prepared to wait for a spot, at any time of the day. Be prepared to wait and to share a table - no reservations are accepted.
Day 7 Train: 1.5h
Naples to Sorrento
Day 7 Train: 1.5h
Naples to Sorrento
10:25 AM
Transfer to Station by Taxi or Public Transport
Most trains depart from Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale) station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance, keeping in mind though that the pedestrian environment around the station is not the best. Also, consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option - there is a metro station co-located with the rail station. If staying at a hotel, they can order a reliable taxi. Some private transfers will even help with your bags.
11:26 - 12:35
Taking the Circumvesuviana or Campania Express Train to Sorrento
To reach Naples, you have two options, either the commuter Circumvesuviana train or the special tourist train - the Campania Express which only runs from April to October. Tickets for the Circumvesuviana can be purchased on the spot, while tickets for the Campania Express can be purchased online a few weeks in advance or online on the day. The Campania Express has "guaranteed" seating (but not reserved seating), air conditioning, and space to store baggage, while the Circumvesuviana is the local commuter train with limited space (you may end up standing). The Circumvesuviana journey time is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, while the Campania Express is around 50 minutes with fewer stops. We advise taking the Campania Express, but if you do take the Circumvesuviana, we strongly recommend you keep an eye on your belongings and do not display any valuables in pockets while riding as this train is known for its pickpockets.
12:35 PM
Arrival and Transfer by Taxi or Walking
All trains arrive in Sorrento's only train station located in the New Town. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel or apartment is within easy walking distance. If staying in the town of Sorrento itself, your place of stay should not be more than a 15-minute walk. Taxis can be found outside the station. Some private transfers can even meet you directly on the platform to help with bags. Uber is not yet available in Sorrento.
Afternoon
Sorrento Old Town
The center of Sorrento is quite compact and closed to traffic. Its grid-like layout makes the old town of Sorrento easy to navigate on foot and a joy to explore. Spend time pottering around its pedestrian lanes and streets, home to a number of interesting sights, little tourist boutiques, limoncello tastings and restaurants.
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Day 7 Train: 1.5hNaples to Sorrento
10:25 AM: Transfer to Rail Station
Most trains depart from Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale) station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance, keeping in mind though that the pedestrian environment around the station is not the best. Also, consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option - there is a metro station co-located with the rail station. If staying at a hotel, they can order a reliable taxi. Some private transfers will even help with your bags.
11:26 - 12:35: Train to Sorrento
To reach Naples, you have two options, either the commuter Circumvesuviana train or the special tourist train - the Campania Express which only runs from April to October. Tickets for the Circumvesuviana can be purchased on the spot, while tickets for the Campania Express can be purchased online a few weeks in advance or online on the day. The Campania Express has "guaranteed" seating (but not reserved seating), air conditioning, and space to store baggage, while the Circumvesuviana is the local commuter train with limited space (you may end up standing). The Circumvesuviana journey time is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, while the Campania Express is around 50 minutes with fewer stops. We advise taking the Campania Express, but if you do take the Circumvesuviana, we strongly recommend you keep an eye on your belongings and do not display any valuables in pockets while riding as this train is known for its pickpockets.
12:35 PM: Transfer from Rail Station
All trains arrive in Sorrento's only train station located in the New Town. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel or apartment is within easy walking distance. If staying in the town of Sorrento itself, your place of stay should not be more than a 15-minute walk. Taxis can be found outside the station. Some private transfers can even meet you directly on the platform to help with bags. Uber is not yet available in Sorrento.
Afternoon: Sorrento Old Town
The center of Sorrento is quite compact and closed to traffic. Its grid-like layout makes the old town of Sorrento easy to navigate on foot and a joy to explore. Spend time pottering around its pedestrian lanes and streets, home to a number of interesting sights, little tourist boutiques, limoncello tastings and restaurants.
Piazza Tasso
Check out Sorrento's main square surrounded by colorful architecture and five-star hotels.
Piazza Tasso is the central square in Sorrento, and is named after the poet Torquato Tasso whose statue stands in the center of the square. The piazza is often used as a main point of reference, as it is situated in the heart of the town where the old and new towns meet.
Sorrento Cathedral
Step inside this beautiful Roman Catholic Cathedral known for its exquisite ceiling paintings.
The Sorrento Cathedral (Duomo) is located in Sorrento's Old Town, and is dedicated to Saints Philip and James. With its beautiful yet relatively simple white Romanesque facade, it is easily spotted just off of the Corso Italia, one of the main east-west streets through town. It dates as far back as the 11th century but the interior was completely remodeled in the 15th century. It is well worth a visit to see its lovely interior. Be sure to check out the floral ceiling motifs which frame paintings of martyrs of Sorrento, as well as saints and angels lounging amidst the clouds. The choir, meanwhile, is a masterpiece of Sorrentine wood working.
Sorrento's Men's Club
See the beautifully painted walls and dome of the historic Men's Club in Sorrento, that is, if you are a man yourself.
One of Sorrento's "main" sights is the Sorrento Men's Club. Once the meeting place for Sorrento's noblemen, it is now a daily "retreat" spot where the town's retired gentlemen while away sultry afternoons under the 16th-century frescoed dome, playing cards, board games or reading the newspaper. Sorry, absolutely no women or mobile phones are allowed in the club.
San Francesco Church
Take a peaceful walk around the 14th Century Church and Cloister of San Francesco.
Although the exterior is fairly modest, the church of St. Francis has a rich history. A convent and a cloister, both also dedicated to St. Francis, stand by the church. The cloister mixes many architectural styles, from the Roman era to the Middle Ages, although it remains mostly unchanged since the 14th century. It is surrounded by a park which enjoys wonderful views of the sea. The overall effect creates a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere which makes it a perfect spot for a relaxing walk, as well as a popular wedding venue.
Day 8
Sorrento
Day 8
Sorrento
Early Morning to Mid-Day
Excursion to the Fabled Isle of Capri
There is no question that Capri is one of the most impressive spots in Italy. Surrounded by crystal clear waters, shimmering grottos and dramatic cliff-faces, it’s what dreams are made of. Made famous as the vacation hideaway of Roman emperors Augustus and Tiberius, the beautiful island of Capri is a fantastic day trip option from Sorrento by ferry. Spend your day exploring its two towns, Capri & Anacapri, take a boat trip to Capri's famous Blue Grotto or take a thrilling ride on the chairlift to Monte Solaro for beautiful views over Capri and the Bay of Naples.
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Day 8 Sorrento
Early Morning to Mid-Day: Capri Island
There is no question that Capri is one of the most impressive spots in Italy. Surrounded by crystal clear waters, shimmering grottos and dramatic cliff-faces, it’s what dreams are made of. Made famous as the vacation hideaway of Roman emperors Augustus and Tiberius, the beautiful island of Capri is a fantastic day trip option from Sorrento by ferry. Spend your day exploring its two towns, Capri & Anacapri, take a boat trip to Capri's famous Blue Grotto or take a thrilling ride on the chairlift to Monte Solaro for beautiful views over Capri and the Bay of Naples.
Blue Grotto
Take a boat trip around the island to reach this mystical Blue grotto cave.
Named the Grotto Azzurra in Italian (Blue Grotto), this famous sea cave is a popular trip from Capri by boat. Sunlight passing through the small entrance creates a bright blue water grotto which is only accessible by a small rowing boat. Lie down flat in the boat, pass through the entrance and awe at the aqua colours of this natural wonder.
Mount Solaro Chairlift
Take the chairlift up to Mount Solaro for amazing views over Capri and the Bay of Naples.
Ride to the summit of Capri's mountain on a thrilling chairlift journey. The scenic ride up takes approximately 12 minutes, and from the top you'll enjoy views over Capri and over the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius in the distance.
Villa San Michele
Visit the beautiful residence of the Swedish physician and writer Alex Munthe, one of the top sights on the island.
This beautiful 20th-century mansion is one of the top sights on the island. Sitting almost 1000 feet above the sea, visitors come to the villa to walk through its beautiful gardens and enjoy the panoramic views of the town of Capri. Inside the villa, you'll find a small museum home to a collection of archaeological artefacts found on the island.
Anacapri
Take a taxi or bus up to this pretty little village awash with boutique shops and high priced restaurants.
High up the plateau above Capri town lies Anacapri, a smaller village (compared to Capri Town) which is much quieter and more authentic in feel. Stroll its white-washed lanes of artisan boutiques, take the chairlift to the top of Monte Solaro or walk to the nearby Villa San Michele.
Day 9
Sorrento
Day 9
Sorrento
Early Morning to Mid-Day
Exploring the Amalfi Coast
The wildly scenic Amalfi Coast that runs from Sorrento to Salerno is infamous for its coastal road which is known as one of the best white-knuckle scenic rides in Europe. Given the hairy driving, impossible parking and traffic, and overcrowded public buses, the Amalfi Coast is best explored by private boat or public ferry, where you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the coastline and hop from town to town in comfort and without any delays. Unfortunately, the boats do not run all year, so depending on when you travel, your best bet for exploring the area may be with a guided tour by vehicle. The guide's local knowledge can help you avoid some of the traffic and cover the most beautiful spots. Of course a private tour at your own pace, by boat or car, is the ideal option.
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Day 9 Sorrento
Early Morning to Mid-Day: Amalfi Coast
The wildly scenic Amalfi Coast that runs from Sorrento to Salerno is infamous for its coastal road which is known as one of the best white-knuckle scenic rides in Europe. Given the hairy driving, impossible parking and traffic, and overcrowded public buses, the Amalfi Coast is best explored by private boat or public ferry, where you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the coastline and hop from town to town in comfort and without any delays. Unfortunately, the boats do not run all year, so depending on when you travel, your best bet for exploring the area may be with a guided tour by vehicle. The guide's local knowledge can help you avoid some of the traffic and cover the most beautiful spots. Of course a private tour at your own pace, by boat or car, is the ideal option.
Amalfi Cathedral
Visit one of the most important Cathedrals on the Amalfi Coast.
The Amalfi Cathedral called “Duomo di Sant’Andrea Apostolo” can be found on the main Piazza Duomo in Amalfi Town. Built during the ninth century with a Byzantine architecture style, the cathedral is considered a must-visit for anyone who comes to Amalfi. Today the Duomo is a mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque style, with an imposing staircase that leads to a 1,000-year-old bronze door that was given to the town by a wealthy local merchant who had the door made in Constantinople - modern-day Istanbul. Follow a one-way route around its interior which includes relics of Saint Andrew, the Apostle (the patron saint of Amalfi), the crypt and the cloister.
Positano
Visit the most beautiful and most popular town on the Amalfi Coast.
Known for its colorful buildings, beautiful panoramas, excellent seafood restaurants and luxury boutique shops, Positano is the go-to town for most people visiting the Amalfi Coast. Wander its narrow streets, spend time on its beach front or walk to the top of town to enjoy the famous views over the town and sea below.
Amalfi Town
Visit the largest town on the Amalfi Coast known for its culture, history and beaches.
What was once an important trading centre is now a stunning seaside town and the second most visited after Positano. Spend time relaxing on the beach and dip your toes in the azure water, visit its historic Cathedral, enjoy a cold lemon spritz in one of its seafront restaurants or simply enjoy strolling around its lanes and take in its views.
Day 10 Train: 1.5h
Sorrento to Naples
Day 10 Train: 1.5h
Sorrento to Naples
9:30 AM
Transfer to Station by Taxi or Walking
Uber is not available in Sorrento, but if staying in a hotel, they will be happy to arrange a taxi pick up for you and can give you an estimate of the price so you can avoid overpaying. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to first check whether your hotel is within an easy walking distance to the train station, which is located just a few hundred yards / meters up from Piazza Tasso in the New Town. Keep in mind that if you are staying in the town of Sorrento itself, then the train station is likely to be less than a 15 minute walk away. Of course it can still sometimes be a bit of a slog when carrying bags, especially if you have to go up any stairs or steep slopes.
10:20 - 11:34
Taking the Circumvesuviana or Campania Express Train to Naples
To reach Naples, you have two options, either the commuter Circumvesuviana train or the special tourist train - the Campania Express which only runs from April to October. Tickets for the Circumvesuviana can be purchased on the spot, while tickets for the Campania Express can be purchased online a few weeks in advance or online on the day. The Campania Express has "guaranteed" seating (but not reserved seating), air conditioning, and space to store baggage, while the Circumvesuviana is the local commuter train with limited space. The Circumvesuviana journey time is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, while the Campania Express is around 50 minutes with fewer stops. If you take the Circumvesuviana, we strongly recommend you keep an eye on your belongings and do not display any valuables in pockets while riding as this train is known for its pickpockets.
11:34 AM
Arrival and Transfer by Taxi or Public Transport
Most trains arrive in Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale) station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance, while keeping in mind that traffic can be quite heavy near the station and that it is not a good pedestrian environment. Also consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option. There is a metro station co-located with the train station. Taxis are available at all rail stations, and official Naples taxis are generally reliable and honest, so taking one is cheaper than a pre-arranged transfer. There are some idiosyncrasies, such as being charged extra for individual pieces of luggage. Licensed taxis in Naples are white, with a city registration number on both front doors and a taxi sign on the roof.
Mid-Day/Afternoon
Exploring the Neopolitan Waterfront
As you walk along the historic Neopolitan waterfront you'll encounter two imposing yet stately medieval castle-fortresses. Built by Naples' former Spanish rulers, they command glorious views out over the Bay of Naples and Mt Vesuvius beyond. There's also the grand Palazzo Reale, a palace erected by the Bourbon kings that faces the monumental square of Piazza del Plebiscito on one side and the famous San Carlo Theater on the other. You can cut right through the heart of Naples on the Spaccanapoli, a straight, narrow main street that has been that way since it was first built in Roman times is the straight and narrow main street that traverses the old, historic center of the city of Naples, Italy. The name is a popular usage and means, literally, "Naples splitter". TBut of course you'll want to wander of the many side streets amazing churches, and chaotic.
Late Afternoon
Take a Trip up to the Capodimonte
Walk or catch a bus up the Capodimonte Hill to visit the fascinating early Christian catacombs beneath the churches of San Gennaro or Santa Maria della Sanità. Alternatively, continue further up the hill to visit the former residence of Bourbon King Charles III, Palazzo Reale di Capodimonte, to see one of the country's best art collections with works by Michelangelo, Titian, and Caravaggio.
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Day 10 Train: 1.5hSorrento to Naples
9:30 AM: Transfer to Rail Station
Uber is not available in Sorrento, but if staying in a hotel, they will be happy to arrange a taxi pick up for you and can give you an estimate of the price so you can avoid overpaying. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to first check whether your hotel is within an easy walking distance to the train station, which is located just a few hundred yards / meters up from Piazza Tasso in the New Town. Keep in mind that if you are staying in the town of Sorrento itself, then the train station is likely to be less than a 15 minute walk away. Of course it can still sometimes be a bit of a slog when carrying bags, especially if you have to go up any stairs or steep slopes.
10:20 - 11:34: Train to Naples
To reach Naples, you have two options, either the commuter Circumvesuviana train or the special tourist train - the Campania Express which only runs from April to October. Tickets for the Circumvesuviana can be purchased on the spot, while tickets for the Campania Express can be purchased online a few weeks in advance or online on the day. The Campania Express has "guaranteed" seating (but not reserved seating), air conditioning, and space to store baggage, while the Circumvesuviana is the local commuter train with limited space. The Circumvesuviana journey time is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, while the Campania Express is around 50 minutes with fewer stops. If you take the Circumvesuviana, we strongly recommend you keep an eye on your belongings and do not display any valuables in pockets while riding as this train is known for its pickpockets.
11:34 AM: Transfer from Rail Station
Most trains arrive in Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale) station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance, while keeping in mind that traffic can be quite heavy near the station and that it is not a good pedestrian environment. Also consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option. There is a metro station co-located with the train station. Taxis are available at all rail stations, and official Naples taxis are generally reliable and honest, so taking one is cheaper than a pre-arranged transfer. There are some idiosyncrasies, such as being charged extra for individual pieces of luggage. Licensed taxis in Naples are white, with a city registration number on both front doors and a taxi sign on the roof.
Mid-Day/Afternoon: Naples Waterfront
As you walk along the historic Neopolitan waterfront you'll encounter two imposing yet stately medieval castle-fortresses. Built by Naples' former Spanish rulers, they command glorious views out over the Bay of Naples and Mt Vesuvius beyond. There's also the grand Palazzo Reale, a palace erected by the Bourbon kings that faces the monumental square of Piazza del Plebiscito on one side and the famous San Carlo Theater on the other. You can cut right through the heart of Naples on the Spaccanapoli, a straight, narrow main street that has been that way since it was first built in Roman times is the straight and narrow main street that traverses the old, historic center of the city of Naples, Italy. The name is a popular usage and means, literally, "Naples splitter". TBut of course you'll want to wander of the many side streets amazing churches, and chaotic.
Piazza del Plebiscito
Visit the city's most iconic square and its most popular gathering spot.
Piazza del Plebiscito is Naples' largest and most important piazza. Entering the more than 6 acre large square on the southwest corner, you will be greeted by a grand spectacle. The Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale) stands on one side of the piazza and a long classically-inspired collonade runs along the other side. You are still only steps from the waterfront, and behind you the sea stretches across the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius looms. The colonnade was first created by Joachim Murat, one of Napoleon's field marshall's who was made King of Naples as a reward for his loyalty and success. After his overthrow though, the Bourbon King Ferdinand I made sure to add a church to the center of the colonnade: the Basilica of St. Francis of Paola. This was partially intended as a thumb in the eye to Murat and to the secular ideals of the French Revolution which had briefly overthrown his kingdom. Despite this, the basilica does at least reinforce Murat's classical theme, as it resembles the Pantheon of Rome. Ironically, the square is now also a rebuke to the Bourbons, as it was renamed the "Piazza del Plebiscito" after the referendum which ratified the end of Bourbon rule.
Castel Nuovo
Wander a medieval castle which is one of the city's most famous monuments.
Built in 1282 by the Angevins rulers and later converted into a royal residence by the Aragon monarchs from Spain, the imposing fortress is an important symbol of Naples. Take a stroll around its towering walls, enjoy excellent views over the bay and visit the Palatine Chapel to see its beautiful frescoes. You can also take a guided tour of the castle, including the uppermost terrace, towers, and the basement, which doubled as the castle's dungeon.
Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale)
Discover the lavish former home of Naples' Kings and Queens inside this restored historic palace.
The Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace) was built in the 1600's during Spanish rule. The Spanish viceroys had tired of living in the next-door Castel Nuovo, which by then was a drafty, old-fashioned castle. The palace later became the royal residence of the Kingdom of Naples. You can explore its lavishly decorated apartments and impressive throne room while learning all about the city's royal history. The palace interior is now the Museo dell'Appartamento Storico del Palazzo Reale - a complex of fine halls with period furniture, tapestries, paintings, and porcelain, accessed by a grand staircase. There are good views of Castel Nuovo from the upper floors, and the chapel on the far side of the central courtyard has one of the city's biggest presepi (Christmas crib) filled with 210 18th-century figures. Behind the palace, you'll find the tranquil Giardino Reale gardens and a group of 19th-century sculptures called Horse Trainers by Czar Nicholas I's favorite sculptor. It's also the location of the National Library, founded in 1734 and the most important library in southern Italy
Castel dell'Ovo
Enjoy amazing views as you stand on the ramparts of this imposing fortress jutting out into the sea.
Standing on the ancient island of Megaris which is joined to the shore by a pier, this medieval fortress was built in the 1200's AD on the remains of an earlier Roman villa. Known as the "egg-castle", it takes its name from the legend that it was built over an egg placed here by the Roman poet Virgil: it is believed that if the egg breaks, Naples will fall. According to another old legend, the lifeless body of the mermaid Parthenope was washed ashore here after she gave herself up to death upon failing to win the heart of Ulysses. Hence the name of the waterfront street facing the castle - Via Partenhope. Other than the Museum of Ethnoprehistory housed within the castle, there's not too much to see in the interiors, but that's okay because the views are the best in town: a 360-degree panorama over the entire bay and back over Naples itself. When you're finished, you can go for drinks at one of the quayside restaurants in the Borgo Marinaro below.
Late Afternoon: Capodimonte
Walk or catch a bus up the Capodimonte Hill to visit the fascinating early Christian catacombs beneath the churches of San Gennaro or Santa Maria della Sanità. Alternatively, continue further up the hill to visit the former residence of Bourbon King Charles III, Palazzo Reale di Capodimonte, to see one of the country's best art collections with works by Michelangelo, Titian, and Caravaggio.
Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte
Spend some quality time with Caravaggio and Titian in one of Italy's largest and best art collections.
The Palazzo Reale di Capodimonte was the royal residence of the Bourbon King Charles III. Purpose-built in 1738 by Charles specifically to house the family art collection, it now operates as one of the best public art galleries in the country, the Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte. A large part of the first floor is dedicated to the fabulous Farnese Collections. Among the great paintings to look out for here are Sandro Bollicelli's Madonna and Child with Two Angels, and the Venetian painter Giovanni Bellini's masterpiece Transfiguration. Another great Venetian painter, Titian, is represented here by his depiction of Danaë. The second floor focuses on the development of painting in Naples 1200-1700, and while there are a number of masterpieces here, the two standouts are Flagellation by Caravaggio, and Judith and Holofernes by Artemisia Gentileschi. The first is a dark and disturbing painting that comes from the church of San Domenico Maggiore, where you can still see a 17th-century copy. Caravaggio was known to work in a darkened studio using point-source lighting to increase the contrast, hence the dramatic effect of his images.
Catacombs of San Gennaro
Take a guided tour and descend into the catacombs to see an ancient Christian burial place.
The catacombs date from the second century AD and seem to have developed around the family tomb of an early member of the Christian community. It probably became the official cemetery of Christian Naples after the burial here, in the 3rd century, of the bishop-saint Agrippinus, over whose tomb a basilica was built. The catacombs became a place of pilgrimage after the 5th-century martyr and patron saint of the city, San Gennaro, was entombed here. Some of the early Christian frescoes and mosaics have been newly restored, and much of the complex has been superbly lit, which provides visitors not only with an ideal view of the rows of tombs, but also a wonderful ambiance. Temperatures range between 17-22 degrees Celsius throughout the year, so take warm clothing if you think you might be shivering throughout the 45min tours.
Capodimonte Park
Take a relaxing stroll in the oldest and most beautiful public park in the city.
With exquisite views of the city and Bay of Naples, this enormous landscaped park is a great opportunity to exchange the urban chaos of Naples for some greenery. The park covers nearly 100 acres and over the last nearly 300 years it has been filled with over 400 different plant species.
Day 11
Depart Naples
Day 11
Depart Naples
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Private Transfer to Airport
A private transfer service will pick you up and take you directly to Naples Capodichino Airport. This is a private transfer for you and your travel party. You do not need to pay the driver as the cost of the transfer is included in your itinerary. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware the car service can fit up to 1 checked item of luggage and 1 personal item per person, such as a purse or small backpack. If you think you will have more baggage, please inform your travel consultant as this may result in an additional fee.
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Day 11 Depart Naples
To Be Determined: Private Transfer to Airport
A private transfer service will pick you up and take you directly to Naples Capodichino Airport. This is a private transfer for you and your travel party. You do not need to pay the driver as the cost of the transfer is included in your itinerary. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware the car service can fit up to 1 checked item of luggage and 1 personal item per person, such as a purse or small backpack. If you think you will have more baggage, please inform your travel consultant as this may result in an additional fee.

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