Ancient Rome & Amalfi Coast Tour Itinerary
(Itinerary is subject to change with or without notice. Sequence of daytrips may vary. Final itinerary will be given to travelers prior to the start of the trip.)
Friday Day 1 | Benvenuto - Welcome!
Arrival in Rome after a long flight overseas, so get some rest in what the Romans called ‘Roma Caput Mundi’ (Rome, Capital of the World). Stay in a historical aristocratic palazzo, turned into a 4-star hotel, located in one of Rome's most sumptuously elegant neighborhoods. First night stay in Rome hotel.
INCLUDED MEALS: None.
Saturday Day 2 | Monuments of Ancient Rome
After breakfast, you’ll admire some of the classic splendors of the Roman Empire. A private orientation tour in the "Eternal City" exploring its civilization through the ages with a local guide and private driver. Group lunch in a local trattoria.
After lunch, checkout from hotel in Rome, as we make our way to Southern Italy and the Amalfi Coast. Check into our hotel in Positano. Take some time for a relaxing stroll through this beautiful 'vertical' village and enjoy dinner with the group in a local trattoria.
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sunday Day 3 | Eleganza Maestosa : Majestic Elegance
Today we visit the awe-inspiring coastal villages along the ‘Costiera’, including Amalfi, with its spectacular byzantine-style Cathedral, lovely shops and characteristic piazza, then Ravello, with its aristocratic villas clinging to the mountainside with breath-taking views. Group lunch in Ravello. Shop for the wonderful bright hand-painted pottery items or the local specialty: Limoncello. Dinner on your own in Positano.
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch.
Monday Day 4 | Le Terre Incantate : The Enchanted Lands
Enjoy a fun group cooking class by a local chef, followed by lunch. Learn about traditional recipes and how local products as Limoncello are made! Afternoon on your own in Positano. Tonight enjoy a piping hot hand-tossed Neapolitan Pizza!
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Tuesday Day 5 | Tesori Nascosti : Hidden Treasures
By boat we'll travel across the bay to the enchanting Island of Capri, where at your leisure you can take a picturesque walk to the top of the island visiting the remains of Emperor Tiberius's Villa Jovis, passing by fragrant groves of chestnut, pine, lemon, and olive trees, and rose gardens spilling over elegant villa walls. Weather permitting, we’ll be guided into the famous ‘Grotta Azzurra’. Lunch on your own. Return to the hotel by boat. Dinner in local restaurant.
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner.
Wednesday Day 6 | Tra Templi Greci e Mitologia : Among Greek Temples & Mythology
Today we’re off to the surroundings of the town of Battipaglia, south of the Amalfi Coast, known for the production of the world's best gourmet Mozzarella di Bufala (made from buffalo milk). We'll visit a local organic farm where you can see how this tasty cheese is made as well as enjoy a delicious lunch with the farm's specialties. We then continue our trip back in time, visiting the Greek temples of Paestum. These amazing structures are the standing remains of three major temples in Doric style, dating from the first half of the 6th century BC, a huge testimony of the Greek colonies in this area. These were dedicated to Hera, Apollo, and Athena. Dinner on your own in Positano.
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch.
Thursday Day 7 | Giornata al Sole : Day in the Sun
Aaaah.... take it easy with an incredibly scenic and mind-soothing boat ride along the coast, visiting hidden caves with sparkling emerald waters. De-stress with a refreshing swim near a quiet bay. Group lunch. Afternoon at your leisure & dinner on your own in Positano.
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch.
Friday Day 8 | I Tesori della Storia : The Treasures of History
Departure for the intimidating colossus of Mount Vesuvius, where after a short climb, we’ll walk along the edges of its steaming crater and marvel over the majestic view of the entire Bay of Naples. We’ll stop for a quick lunch and then continue for the treasures that for centuries were hidden beneath layers of lava stone in the small town of Pompeii. A local guide will walk us through the amazing Roman lifestyle, visiting the houses with their wonderful frescoes, once residences of roman patricians before the tremendous eruption of 79 A.D. Then, a private visit of a local family owned vineyard, where the friendly owner will tell us about the famous ‘Lacryma Christi’ and other local wines...and of course, we'll enjoy drinking them during our group dinner featuring home-made local specialties!
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Saturday Day 9 | La Dolce Vita : The Sweet Life
Morning cooking class in Positano, followed by lunch. Afternoon transfer to Sorrento where you can enjoy free time for shopping & exploring. Group dinner to the sounds of the local folkloristic dance: Tarantella!
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sunday Day 10 | Ville e Giardini Romani : Roman Gardens & Villas
Check-out from Hotel in Positano and drive towards Rome. Group lunch along the way. We'll stop in Tivoli, a small town known since ancient times for its soothing spring of Acqua Albulea (sulphureous baths). Crossing the Ponte Lucano, we'll arrive at Emperor Hadrian’s Villa. A visit of Villa D’Este, famous for its water system, the architecture of its gardens, the pavilions, and fountains. Check-in Rome hotel for final night stay. Enjoy your final dinner at your leisure in this spectacular city, where discovery never ends!
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch.
Monday Day 11 | Arrivederci!
Check-out from Hotel and ... Arrivederci! As hard as it may be to leave these beautiful sites, we hope to see you again very soon in lovely Italy!
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast.
+ Add 3 Nights in Rome and complete your journey!
Discover Rome as an insider.. visit the Colosseum, the Emperial Forum, St. Peter's Basilica, Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, and many more amazing Roman sites. Private walking tours, museum tickets, and many more services included! Rome extension may be added only after this tour. There is a minimum requirement of 6 participants for the Rome extension.
Price: $730 per person double occupancy (includes taxes & fees - no hidden costs!)
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For $5,450 $3,540 per person this is what's included in the Ancient Rome & Amalfi Coast Tour:
2 Nights lodging in a 4-Star Hotel in the historical center of Rome + 8 Nights in Positano on the Amalfi Coast, for a trip totaling 11 Days/10 Nights (Depart from US on Thursday and return on Monday)
Small group travel! Maximum of 12 travelers per group.
Privately escorted day-trips with professional private driver and full-time Nada's Italy tour leader throughout trip (in most cases, it's Nada herself!).
Excursions include: Rome (with local guide), Tivoli 'Hadrian's Villa', Capri (includes boat transfer), Sorrento, Amalfi, Ravello (includes entrance ticket to Villa Rufolo), Paestum (includes entrance fee), Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii (with local guide - includes entrance fee). Itinerary & destinations may vary.
Activities include: 1 Wine Tour (Lacryma Christi, Falanghina, Greco di Tufo), followed by tasting.
Excursion by boat to Island of Capri.
Cooking Class in family farm, featuring traditional local dishes.
Visit of traditional ‘Mozzarella di Bufala ’ cheese farm followed by lunch.
Meals included: All Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 5 Dinners. (Included meals are shown at bottom of each day)
Beverages included: bottled water, soft drinks (in limited amounts), coffee, and 1 glass of wine per person (choice of red or white) with included lunches and dinners.
Materials for trip: Italy Guide Book + Italian Travel Phrase book + Nada's Italy Luggage Tags + Alarm Clock + Maps for each town visited during tour.
Private transportation for day trips throughout the stay in comfortable air-conditioned van with professional driver (does not include: transfer from and to airport, airfare, or any other personal travel expenses).
Local VAT taxes, government fees, gas, highway tolls, city access licenses and permits, parking fees.
Learn basic Italian with a complimentary Audio CD set with 10 lessons by Pimsleur.
TOUR PRICE: $5,450 only $3,540 per person (includes taxes & fees) based on double occupancy. A single room supplement for this trip is $900 (for solo-travelers only).
TO REGISTER: please download the Trip Registration Form by clicking on the link on top of this page. Form must be completed and returned with a 50% deposit to be officially registered for this trip (personal check, money order, or credit cards accepted). For more information, please contact us: info@nadasitaly.com. Price listed is subject to change with or without notice.
What's Not Included in Tour Package
Trip price does not include airfare and anything that is not specified to be included. Price does not include any personal-related expenses, or travel-related expenses outside of the scheduled itineraries. The food & wine that is included is what is presented during meals, all other items ordered by traveler including wine and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are not included in tour price. Trip price does not include optional tips to restaurants nor to tour personnel such as drivers, maids, etc. These gratuities are given at sole discretion of each individual traveler and are not required for participation in tour.
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