Rome, Vesuvius, Capri & Sorrento
Combine the historic and cultural delights of the 'Eternal City' with the scenic splendour of Italy's beautiful Amalfi Coast and the incomparable Pompeii.
Rome and the Tiber River
The Colosseum, Rome
The Vatican Grounds, Rome
St Peters Square, Rome
Great views from Vesuvius
Pompeii with Vesuvius in the background
Frescoes in Pompeii
Capri
Capri
The beautiful Amalfi coast
Sorrento
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Naples - Rome.
Fly to Naples where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Rome for three nights.
DAY 2 to 3: Rome.
The Italian capital never fails to delight, offering up classical antiquities and amazing monuments wherever you turn. Your included tour with a local guide today showcases the very best the 'Eternal City' has to offer. Wonder at the fountains and colonnades of St Peter's Square, step back in time at the Roman Forum and marvel at the Colosseum, where gladiators fought up until the 5th century. Later, make the most of your time in this glorious city by choosing from our great-value optional excursions, including a dinner outing. (B)
DAY 4: Rome - Vesuvius - Pompeii - Capri or Anacapri.
This morning witness one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights - mighty Mount Vesuvius, mainland Europe's only live volcano. After gazing at this natural wonder, continue on to the remarkable ruins at Pompeii. Buried under ash when Vesuvius erupted in 79AD, your guided walk through the excavations lead you past villas, baths, shops and most movingly of all, plaster casts of the victims. Next, ride a ferry across the Bay of Naples to Capri to stay for two nights. (B,D)
DAY 5: Capri.
Spend the day discovering the delights of this tiny island, whose rugged cliffs are peppered with sea caves, including the famous 'Blue Grotto'. Once here, most visitors head for the jetset haunt of Capri Town. You'll find cobbled streets crammed with designer boutiques, shops and restaurants wrapped round a charming main square, La Piazzetta. Join our optional tour of Capri's highlights or enjoy one of the island's lovely walks, discovering its beauty close-up. (B, D)
DAY 6: Capri - Amalfi - Sorrento.
Today begins with a ferry ride back to the mainland and a drive along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Soak up the thrilling views as you travel the hairpin roads of this fabled stretch of coast, passing terraced lemon groves, whitewashed cliffside towns and sparkling bays. Stop in picturesque Amalfi to admire the Duomo di Sant'Andrea. (B, D)
DAY 7: Sorrento.
The day is yours to explore the charming resort of Sorrento as you wish. Take in the stunning views from its clifftops, browse its chic shops, relax in its alfresco restaurants or delve into its quaint medieval quarter. (B)
DAY 8: Sorrento - Naples - UK.
Transfer to the airport and your flight to the UK, or extend your stay in Ischia, Sorrento, on another tour or on a Mediterranean cruise. (B)
On certain departures the tour may operate with overnights in Sorrento on days 4 and 5, followed by two nights in Capri on days 6 and 7.
Accommodation on Tour
Rome: Parco Tirreno (4*); Capri: Villa San Michele at Anacapri (3*) or La Residenza (4*); Sorrento: Tirrenia (3*).
Capri
Your tour includes 2 nights on the stunning Island of Capri. Separated from the Italian mainland by the bay of Naples, Capri was once the holiday destination of choice for Roman Emperors and to this day, still attracts the affluent and powerful.
Capri is a unique blend of laid back island-life, beautiful scenery and of course glitz and glamour. The time on the island is yours to spend as you wish, and there is an optional introductory excursion to ensure you make the most of your time. Absolute "musts" are a trip to the world famous Blue Grotto, making your way to a high point to enjoy some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery you will ever see, and having a drink in the Piazzetta square, as the day draws to an end and serenity falls across the Island.
Your Holiday Map
Rome, Vesuvius, Capri & Sorrento
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Rome and the Tiber River
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The Colosseum, Rome
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The Vatican Grounds, Rome
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St Peters Square, Rome
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Great views from Vesuvius
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Pompeii with Vesuvius in the background
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Frescoes in Pompeii
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Capri
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Capri
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The beautiful Amalfi coast
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Sorrento
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Optional Excursions
To help you plan and make the most of your holiday, below is a list of optional excursions available to you.
VATICAN MUS.& SISTINE CHAPEL
A tour around the Vatican museums to admire the beautiful tapestry gallery and the Sistine Chapel with masterpieces by Botticelli and Signorelli. See the "Genesis" and Michelangelo's "Last Judgement".
€52 (Euro)
TREASURES OF ROME BN & DINNER
A night tour including some of the city's fountains and majestic squares: Piazza Barberini, Triton Fountain, Via Veneto, Villa Borghese, and Trevi Fountain. Finish the evening with a meal in a typical Roman restaurant with wine and music included.
€50 (Euro)
THE CATACOMBS
The early Christians created the Catacombs, a network of underground corridors, during centuries of persecution by the Romans. Included visit to St. Paul's Outside the Walls.
€38 (Euro)
TIVOLI WITH DINNER
Tivoli is infinitely rich from all points of view, and its enchanting Villa d'Este gardens are undeniably one of the masterpieces of the Italian water gardens and UNESCO world heritage site. Europe. (Entrance fee not included). Enjoy dinner with wine accompanied by music in a local restaurant.
€48 (Euro)
TOUR OF THE ISLAND
This romantic island, one of the jewels of the Mediterranean, has always inspired artists and poets. Once the "in" place for Roman emperors, today it is the rendezvous for the jet set. Take a chair lift to Monte Solaro for a breathtaking view of the entire Bay of Naples or visit Capri Miniature if the chair lift is not operating. Visit the evocative Villa San Michele, once home to the Swedish doctor Axel Munthe, and the Augustus gardens from where you have a fabulous view over the other Faraglioni rocks.
€38 (Euro)
TARANTELLA
A cheerful evening with music and sparkling wine. Watch a performance of the intriguing Tarantella, a 17th-century Neapolitan folk dance that was thought to cure the bite of the tarantula.
€26 (Euro)
NAPLES CITY SIGHTSEEING
Overlooked by the volcano Vesuvius, Naples is situated on a beautiful bay. Southern Italy's most beloved city, it is quintessentially Italian - artistic, resplendent, varied and vibrant. Visit the National Museum, (entrance fee optional) followed by a sightseeing tour.
€40 (Euro)
SORRENTO FLAVOURS
Enjoy an evening out dining in a typical restaurant, with a mixed starter, pizza and pasta, dessert, wine, mineral water and coffee or tea or the famous Sorrento lemon liquor "Limoncello".
€28 (Euro)
SORRENTO MUSICAL
Enjoy an evening of Neapolitan songs and dances presented on stage with a continuous change of scenery. The show takes its cue from the «tarantella», a typical dance of the southern regions. Included is free flowing wine or spumante or soft drinks
€27 (Euro)
Please note that optional excursions and prices are subject to change.
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What's Included
- Flights UK - Naples - UK
- Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
- Meals on tour - 7 breakfasts (B) and 3 dinners (D)
- Services of a tour director on tour
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Individual Audio System You will be given headphones and a receiver so you can clearly hear the tour director/local guide during your visits.
- Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
- Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
All this included
- Rome City sightseeing with local guide - St Peter's Square, Roman Forum and Colosseum
- Pompeii Archaeological site
- Capri Boat trip
Departures from
- Birmingham
- London Gatwick
- Manchester
- London Stansted
Departures between
09 Mar 2012 to 26 Oct 2012
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