You will be met at Rome Airport and then transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure until you gather with your fellow travellers and your tour director for a welcome reception and orientation.
Meal: No Meal
This morning, we will visit the Colosseum, a symbol of Rome. After our visit, continue to see the splendid Arch of Constantine, climb the ancient Palatino Hill, overlook Circus Maximus and the Imperial Palace, and stop on the legendary Via Sacra or “Sacred way”. In the afternoon we have time at leisure for more discoveries and activities on your own.
Meal: Breakfast
Today we visit the Vatican Museums, located within the city's boundaries. We see the works of Raphael & Michelangelo and admire the Sistine chapel's magnificent frescoes. We continue to St. Peter's Square where some of the most important Papal ceremonies have taken place. Afternoon at leisure.
Meal: Breakfast
We say goodbye to Rome and travel to Pompeii, a town caught off guard by a volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Buried under ashes, the well-preserved ruins were rediscovered in the 16th century and are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our journey continues to Herculaneum. Herculaneum was a wealthy residential area with villas of wealthy Romans. Continue to your hotel for the evening.
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart to the Amalfi Coast, one of the most spectacular journeys with breath-taking scenery. At the centre of Amalfi, preceded by a broad staircase stands the Cathedral, dedicated to St. Andrea (IX sec.). You should not miss a visit to the Emerald Cave, which is performed from the port of Amalfi (optional). Continue to Ravello and visit the Cathedral dedicated to Saint Pantaleone and Villa Rufolo. Return to your hotel for the night.
Meal: Breakfast
Full day at leisure. Overnight.
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport in Naples for your departure flight.
Meal: Breakfast
-Arrival transfer from Rome airport to the hotel
-7-day/6-night guided tour featuring:
-Centrally located first-class hotels:
-3 nights in Rome
-3 nights in Salerno
-Breakfast daily
-Welcome reception in Rome
-Hotel taxes and service charges
-Touring by modern air-conditioned motor-coach
-Professional English-speaking tour director
-Sightseeing tours with licensed local guides
-Admission included in Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Pompeii, Herculaneum, The Cathedral and Villa Rufolo.
-Luggage handling at the hotels
-Whisper technology enhanced touring
-Departure transfer from Salerno to Naples airport
International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included
Hotels:
-Rome: Starhotels Metropole (F)
-Salerno: Hotel Montestella 1914 (F)
Tour spotlights:
-Rome
-Vatican City
-Pompeii
-Herculaneum
-Amalfi coast