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 Sorrento & The Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast, Italy (la Costiera Amalfi tana) is a breathtaking 35-mile stretch of mountainous coastline situated on the Sorrento peninsula, just south of Naples, in the region of Campania. Considered one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, it is characterized by very steep, rocky hillsides plunging dramatically into the Mediterranean Sea. Precariously perched on these hills are charming old fi shing villages. Around every turn of this "road of a thousand bends", one catches a new view of the seaside more spectacular than the last. Across the water lies the Isle of Capri, or the Blue Island. The Isle of Capri is renowned the world over as an exclusive holiday destination. Your Sorrento and Amalfi Coast tour includes: Six nights accomodation in 4-star hotel in Sorrento.Ground transportation by deluxe motorcoach including airport transfers.English-speaking guide throughout.Italian buffet breakfast daily excluding the day of arrival.One welcome dinner + farewell dinner including wine and water.One farewell dinner at the Villa with drinks included.Four hotel dinners.Half-day guided tour in Pompeii including entrance fees.Sightseeing tours as per itinerary.Local taxes and tips (excluding tips to driver and guide).Celtic Tours fl ight bag and portfolio of travel documents. |
| Details | | Celtic Tours | | Offer valid through 10/20/2010 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | U.S. - Rome : Depart the U.S. for our overnight flight to Italy. Dinner will be served on board. | | Day 2 | Rome | Rome - Sorrento : Morning arrival into Italy. We are met by our driver and escort and travel via motorcoach to Sorrento, a charming coastal town overlooking the Bay of Naples. Enjoy the stunning panorama of the Sorrento coast before reaching the colorful town of Sorrento where we spend the next six nights. Upon arrival, check-in to our hotel and enjoy an orientation tour on foot with our tour escort. This evening we will have a welcome dinner, with wine and water included, tasting typical local dishes. Overnight at the hotel. | | Day 3 | Sorrento | Amalfi Coast : After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy panoramic view of the enchanting towns along the scenic Amalfi Coast. Pass the distinctive white Moorish homes of Positano, on this legendary road overlooking the Mediterranean, to reach the coastal town of Amalfi . Later, we travel to Ravello, an enchanting town high above the coast. Enjoy an orientation tour of the cities via motorcoach and foot, exploring the steep streets, narrow alleyways, sidewalk vendor stalls and boardwalk cafes. Return to our hotel in Sorrento for dinner and overnight. | | Day 4 | Sorrento | Optional Capri : Enjoy a full free day in Sorrento today to do some in- depth exploring on our own. This would be an excellent time to visit the Isle of Capri. Optional Tour-Capri $170 pp: We transfer to the port of Sorrento, where we catch a hydrofoil that whisks us over to the Isle of Capri, the magical and colorful island which has been a favorite resort destination since the time of the Roman Republic. Includes local guide, round trip transportation to the port, round trip transportation by fast boat, minibus or cable car transportation on the island. | | Day 5 | Sorrento | Pompeii - Naples : After breakfast, we travel to Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arriving in Pompeii, we have a guided visit of the best preserved Roman city ruins, including the Temples of Apollo, Jupiter and the Forum. Pompeii was settled as early as the 8th century BC and by 79 AD, it was a thriving commercial center. Vesuvius erupted and buried the city under a blanket of ash six metres deep. Over the centuries Pompeii was forgotten but in 1748 excavations were started and since 1911 all fi nds of furnishings and household utensils have been left where they were found, giving a fascinating insight into everyday life in 79 AD. Enjoy an afternoon panoramic tour of Naples that includes Santa Lucia, Castel dell' Ovo, the French fortress, Piazza Plebiscito and the Royal Palace, before returning to your hotel in Sorrento. | | Day 6 | Sorrento | Optional Caserta : Spend a full day at leisure or choose an optional tour of Caserta. Optional Tour-Caserta $110 pp: A morning guided tour of Caserta. This town is most famous for the Palace of Caserta, built for the 18th-century King Charles of Bourbon. Modeled after the Palace of Versailles in France, it is an extravagant and elegant example of Italian Baroque style. Stroll through the extensive grounds and gardens to admire the fountains and waterworks, such as the Fountain of Diana and Actaeon, with sculptures by Brunelli. | | Day 7 | Sorrento | Lemon Farm Tour : Today we will visit a picturesque lemon farm in the countryside. Beyond citrus, the farm also produces authentic mozzarella cheese. Enjoy a chance to see how the real thing is made, as well as a chance to taste a sample of the farm's delicious products. This evening enjoy an authentic Farewell Dinner at our hotel. | | Day 8 | Return USA | Rome - U.S : After breakfast, transfer to the airport for our return flight to U.S. We will take the memories of the best of Italy. "Arrivederci," a nostalgic goodbye with a promise to return. |
| | | Air inclusive rate is based on airfare from JFK via Alitalia Airlines at time package was added to our system. Airfare from other gateways and utilizing other airlines may be booked. Air inclusive price may fluctuate with these changes. TBD air means airfare was not available to price at the time this package was made available online. Air can be booked 11 months out from date of departure. If you are 11 months or less from date of departure, the latest available airfare will be offered to you during the booking process. Our system will search for the best possible airfare during your booking process. Airfare is subject to change until booked. Airfare is checked on a consistant basis. Aifare can fluctuate due to availability at time of booking. Aifare noted here be higher or lower depending on availability. This tour does not include: LunchesTips to driver/guideUS Departure Taxes |
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