Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast
Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast
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Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast
8 Days Starting and ending in United Kingdom
Visiting: Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii, Naples
Tour operator:
Tour code:
862
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
10 - 35
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey to the heart of Italy's historical and scenic wonders with the "Pompeii, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast" tour. This meticulously crafted adventure invites you to explore the haunting ruins of Pompeii, preserved under the ash of Vesuvius, and the archaeological marvel of ancient Herculaneum. Experience the vibrant life of Naples and its UNESCO-listed historic center, and let the picturesque Amalfi Coast enchant you with visits to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. A boat trip to the majestic island of Capri offers a glimpse into the luxurious retreat of the rich and famous, complemented by breathtaking views from Mount Solara. Accommodations are carefully selected for comfort and character, ensuring a restful respite after days filled with exploration and discovery. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, promising an unforgettable Italian escapade.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : UK to Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Location: Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Meals Included: Dinner
Depart the UK for your flight to Naples Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met and taken to your hotel in the delightful village of Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi, near Sorrento. After you've settled in, enjoy a welcome meeting and drink with your local guide followed by dinner in the evening.
Day 2 : Amalfi Coast
Location: Amalfi Coast
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer down the hill to the harbour in Sorrento, a stunning town nestled on the cliffs that was a favourite of Lord Byron, Charles Dickens, and Goethe. Take the public ferry boat along the Amalfi Coast stopping in sophisticated Positano with its vertiginous houses cascading down to the sea in a riot of sun-bleached peach, pink and terracotta. Continue to scenic Amalfi, set below steep cliffs, and explore the coast's most famous town. View the beautiful cathedral, Duomo di Amalfi dedicated to St Andrew. From Amalfi drive up into the hills to lovely Ravello which has enjoyed unrivalled views of the Amalfi Coast since its founding in the 5th Century as a Roman sanctuary. Enjoy a walk around town passing the Villa Rufolo, the Duomo di Ravello and other historic buildings. Return to Sant'Agata in the afternoon
Day 3 : Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Location: Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Explore the local village with its shops and restaurants and marvellous views of the impressive Mount Vesuvius in the distance. If you'd prefer to visit Sorrento, your guide will give you instructions for taking the local bus into town.
Day 4 : Capri
Location: Capri
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take the ferry from Sorrento harbour to the worldfamous island of Capri. With its steep cliffs and elegant villa's, fringed by the perfectly blue sea, it is easy to see how this has become the holiday island of choice for the rich and famous. Travel to Anacapri on the west side of the island by minibus to the top of Mount Solara for some truly amazing views. Explore Capri Town with its designer shops and stylish restaurants.
Day 5 : Pompeii
Location: Pompeii
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Meals Included: Breakfast
In AD79 Mount Vesuvius exploded in dramatic fashion, throwing lava and ash over the vibrant and busy city of Pompeii. Almost two millennia later the city remains frozen in time. Explore the amphitheatre, forum, lavish villas and discover how people lived their day to day lives.
Day 6 : Naples to Herculaneum
Location: Naples
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to the UNESCO listed City of Naples with its array of fine buildings and attractions. A guided tour will take you past the Royal Palace, the Garibaldi and Plebiscito squares, and the renowned San Carlo Opera House. Naples is well known as the place where the margherita pizza was invented and you will have time to search one out before you depart. Later, drive to Herculaneum situated at the foot of mighty Mount Vesuvius. Like Pompeii, Herculaneum was buried under the Vesuvian ash and has on show the best-preserved buildings of the era.
Day 7 : Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Location: Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Pergoletta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend your last day at leisure in the village, a great opportunity to enjoy the hotel facilities, get some last-minute souvenirs, or visit Sorrento on the local bus.
Day 8 : Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi to UK
Location: Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight, or continue on to your extension.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hotel accommodation is selected for convenience, location, comfort, or character, and can range from business hotels to leisure hotels, generally rated as local three to four-star standard.
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Meals
Meals as per itinerary.
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Transport
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What's Not Included
Insurance
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably between destinations and to/from included activities with all transport arranged. This includes a mix of public ferry boats for coastal explorations and minibuses for inland excursions, ensuring a seamless travel experience.Accommodation
Check out our Q&As
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, meals as per the itinerary are included in the tour.
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What kind of transport will be used during the tour?
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided as part of the tour.
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Are there any guided tours included?
Yes, the tour includes guided tours of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Naples, and the Amalfi Coast including Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.
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What are the highlights of the Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast tour?
The highlights of the tour include a boat trip to the island of Capri, a visit to the ruins of Pompeii preserved under volcanic ash from Vesuvius, exploring Naples and its UNESCO listed historic centre, a trip to the archaeological park of ancient Herculaneum, and a cruise along the picturesque Amalfi Coast visiting Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.
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What type of accommodation can I expect on the tour?
Your accommodation will be in hotels selected for convenience, location, comfort, or character, ranging from business to leisure hotels, generally rated as local three to four-star standard. All hotels have private bathroom facilities and air-conditioning, where needed.
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Will there be any boat trips?
Yes, the tour includes boat trips to the island of Capri and along the Amalfi Coast.
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Can I book airport assistance?
If you need assistance at the airport and haven't made these arrangements at the time of booking, you'll need to let us know before you travel. Please message to arrange this.
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I have particular special requirements - can these be arranged?
We are happy to welcome travellers with disabilities on many of our holidays but regret that in some cases we are unable to do so, due to the travel arrangements and/or the hotels which are featured. The suitability of any holiday will depend on the nature of a disability and in some cases whether the person with the disability is accompanied by an able-bodied companion. In order to ensure the comfort, safety and enjoyment of your holiday if you or any member of your party has any medical problem or disability which may affect your holiday, please tell us before you confirm your booking so that we can advise as to the suitability of the chosen arrangements & where necessary, instruct our representatives accordingly.
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Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that you and all members of your party are suitably insured as soon as you book your holiday. It is a condition of booking that you must have suitable travel insurance. It is important that you purchase travel insurance that suitably covers your participation in whatever activities you may undertake at the time that you make your booking. Please ensure you provide us with the name of your insurer, policy number and their 24 hour emergency contact number once you have confirmed your trip. Mercury Holidays will not be liable for any costs incurred by you due to your failure to take out suitable travel insurance from the date of booking.
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Up to 84 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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