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Capri, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast

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£1,339^*per person

Overview

Discover the charm and warm hospitality of the Neapolitan Riviera, one of the Mediterranean’s most highly favoured corners.

Stay in an excellent hotel in or close to the famous resort of Sorrento, above the blue bay of Naples. Enjoy four wonderful guided excursions, visit historic Naples and discover the ruins of Roman Pompeii, where the final moments of the city remain set in stone by the eruption of Vesuvius. Spend a day on the enchanting Isle of Capri, beloved haunt of artists and writers, and sit back in wonder as you take a breath-taking drive along the famous Amalfi Coast, overlooking glorious scenes of picture-postcard perfection.

Itinerary

Fly to Naples - Arrive in Italy, meet your tour manager and board our coach for the scenic journey to the Bay of Naples, and on to your chosen hotel, in or close to Sorrento.
Day at leisure - Today you're free to rest and relax, either enjoying the facilities of the hotel, or perhaps venturing into the centre of delightful Sorrento. The town, perched upon its cliff-top, seems built between the sky and the sea, and offers everything you might need for an enjoyable stay. Its colourful heart is the Piazza Tasso, pedestrianised in the evenings, when the bars and cafés that surround it become a perfect place to watch the locals meeting friends and strolling through the city on their nightly passeggiata. On the shore, Sorrento's two tiny ports are backed by even tinier beaches and several boardwalks dotted with beach huts and sunloungers. Out on the water, pleasure-craft of all shapes and sizes (and the occasional cruise ship) add to the colourful scene.
Included visits to Pompeii and Naples - Today’s included excursion begins with a visit to the awe-inspiring ruins of Roman Pompeii in the company of a local guide for a walking tour. Destroyed, and yet miraculously preserved, by the eruption of nearby Mount Vesuvius in 79AD, Pompeii lay buried and forgotten for hundreds of years. it was rediscovered in the 18th Century, and since then excavations have continued to reveal more and more of this ancient, once magnificent city where the villas, temples and frescoed houses give a very vivid insight into Roman life. From Pompeii you'll journey around the bay, passing the brooding hulk of the famous volcano to one of Italy’s most colourful cities, the great southern Italian capital, Naples. Highlights of your guided panoramic tour here will include Garibaldi and Plebiscito squares in the UNESCO-listed heart of the city, with their fine statues; the San Carlo Opera House, second only in importance to Milan’s famed La Scala; and the Royal Palace. You’ll also take in medieval, turreted Castel Nuovo, and the spectacular view from Posillipo Hill, which rises up above the city, before you return to Sorrento at the end of a wonderful day.
Included journey along the Amalfi Drive - One of the most scenic coastal roads in Europe forms the backdrop for today's included excursion. Here, fantastical rock faces plunge vertically into the sea and dizzy bridges span deep gorges while, in contrast, gently-contoured hillsides covered in vines, fruit and olive trees roll away inland. Take in the view above the town of Positano, with its Moorish-style pink and white houses, and enjoy a visit to beautiful Amalfi, a thriving holiday resort with houses rising up the hillsides and a main square dominated by the beautiful cathedral. Whilst in Amalfi, you'll be taken by shuttle service to Maiori, a colourful lively town, which boasts the largest beach on the 50 km Amalfi coastline where you'll find a lovely waterfront promenade with restaurants, cafés, and shops.
Optional Campania countryside tour - Rest and relax in Sorrento, or join today’s optional excursion for a fascinating insight into some of the traditions and cuisine of the region. Begin with a walking tour of Sorrento’s oldest quarters, then journey into the countryside of Campania. Your day will include visits to a local wine cellar, an ancient olive press and a working farm, where the region's famous cows milk mozzarella is still hand-made. There will be opportunities to taste and purchase regional produce, and your day will also include a scenic drive through some of the Sorrentine peninsula’s smaller towns, where spectacular views of the "due golfi" – Naples and Salerno – add to the enjoyment of the day.
Included excursion to Capri - Today will prove one of the highlights of your holiday, as you meet your guide and board the jet-foil for the 20-minute crossing from Sorrento to the wonderful Isle of Capri. When you arrive in this famous hideaway of poets and artists, a minibus will take you to the picturesque village of Anacapri on the slopes of Monte Solaro. You will have time to take a chair-lift ride to the summit of Solaro (payable locally) before you continue to the island’s main town to visit the Augustus Gardens, overlooking the Canzone del Mare, former home to the legendary Gracie Fields.
Day at leisure - Spend your last day enjoying the surroundings of the hotel, Sorrento and all of its charms.
Flight back to UK - It's "Arrivederci, Italia", today, as you transfer to the airport to check in for your flight home at the end of a marvellous holiday to the Bay of Naples.

What's Included

Holiday Highlights

Visit the extraordinary ruins of Roman Pompeii
Enjoy a full day on the enchanting Isle of Capri
Discover and explore colourful, historic Naples, one of Italy’s most iconic cities
Embrace time to meander around delightful Sorrento
Make the most of your hotel's stunning location, overlooking the Bay of Naples
Journey along the famous Amalfi Drive, one of Europe’s most scenic coastal roads
Spend a week in the blissful surroundings of the Neapolitan Riviera

Our Price Includes

Seven nights' half-board accommodation at Hotel Girasole, Sant Agnello (upgrade hotels are available for a supplement)
14 meals
Guided excursions to Pompeii, Naples and Capri
A coach trip along the Amalfi Drive
Return flights to Italy
Comfortable, coach travel and transfers throughout
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable
All mandatory local taxes and charges

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Accommodation

Hotel Eliseo Park, Sant’Agnello -

★★★★

Introduction
Close to the centre of Sant'Agnello, the hotel is only five minutes from the sea and a 10-minute walk from Sorrento.

Facilities & Amenities
The vivid, Mediterranean colours of the hotel’s public areas make them a vibrant, welcoming place. The hotel has a lift, a lounge, a bar and a restaurant serving both local and international cuisine. Outside, the hotel's swimming pool is surrounded by impressive gardens.

Rooms
The bedrooms are split across three floors and have hairdryers, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, satellite TV and balconies.

Hotel Girasole, Sorrento -

★★★

Introduction
This delightful family-run hotel is located at the entrance to Sorrento, in a quiet location just outside the historic centre.

Facilities & Amenities
This hotel has a bar, a lounge and a restaurant. It boasts a stunning garden brimming with citrus trees and scented flowers, and surrounding the outdoor swimming pool and terrace.

Rooms
Rooms are traditionally furnished and have air conditioning, hairdryers, TV, telephones and balconies. Rooms with garden views are available for a supplement.

Hotel Caravel, Sant'Agnello -

★★★★

Introduction
Located in a very quiet part of Sant’Agnello this welcoming and comfortable hotel enjoys close proximity to an enchanting beach and Sorrento.

Facilities & Amenities
Boasting an excellent range of facilities, the Caravel prides itself on the good service it offers its guests. Guests can relax and soak up the holiday atmosphere in the hotel's charming outdoor area, or in the numerous entertainment rooms inside. Waiter-served evening meals and buffet breakfasts are taken in the hotel's tastefully decorated dining room, which prides itself on its diverse and seasonal menus.

Rooms
All of the 91 rooms are well-appointed, air-conditioned and furnished in a classical style. Each has private facilities, satellite TV, a telephone, a hairdryer, a safe and a mini-bar. Rooms with balconies are available for a supplement.

Other Information

Hotel transfer times

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour from Naples and four hours from Rome.

Combining hotel transfers

We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.

Meals & dining in Italy

Guests on half-board arrangements will be served a three-course evening meal, and can expect a first course of traditional pasta or soup, a main meat or fish course accompanied by one or two types of vegetable, and a simple dessert of fruit, cake or Italian ice cream. Breakfasts will usually consist of bread rolls, jam, cereal, ham, cheese, fruit juice, tea and coffee. Menus will vary from hotel to hotel, but choice will be more limited than in a normal restaurant. In some instances, individual guests who have booked with the hotel independently may be offered a different menu from those who are staying at the hotel as part of a package tour. An authentic dining experience in Italy can often be a bit different to the Italian food that international tourists might be used to, but it’s one of the best ways to truly appreciate the finer cultural differences of this tourist hotspot. From simpler, but more frequent, courses to regional dishes, here are some points to note when dining in Italy. The first major difference you’re likely to notice is that the dining experience as a whole is much longer; you’ll enjoy a much more social experience than the average dinner back home with multiple smaller courses spread across a longer period of time. While each meal will be prepared to order, you may notice that dishes are served cooler than you might be used to – Italian dishes are rarely served piping hot to preserve the more delicate flavours of each ingredient and to provide a more enjoyable dining experience. The final thing to bear in mind is that it may be tricky to find Italian classics in the same form as they are at home. For instance, while Spaghetti Carbonara is a staple in historic Rome – and made traditionally using egg yolks rather than cream – you’ll often find it replaced with a wild boar ragù in Tuscany.

Special requirements

If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.

Disabled access

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Itinerary changes

Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.

Swimming pool & air conditioning availability

Please be aware that for departures in March and April, the swimming pool at this hotel may not yet be open, as hotels across Italy traditionally open their pools from May onwards in line with the warmer season. Similarly, air conditioning is not typically activated until May in Italian hotels, in accordance with local custom and regional regulations. During the spring months, daytime temperatures are generally mild and pleasant, though we recommend packing a light layer for cooler evenings. We hope this does not cause inconvenience and that you enjoy the wonderful spring atmosphere Italy has to offer at this time of year.

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Holiday code

N355

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