Collette > Rome and Amalfi Coast

Rome and Amalfi Coast
8 Days starting from $1,599

Countries Visited:
Italy

 

Length: 8 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: Europe Tour
Operator: Collette
Tour Code: 3409
   
 
About This Tour


Enjoy glorious days of magnificent art, architecture and panoramic views as you explore "the Eternal city" of Rome, and spend five leisurely nights on southern Italy's breathtaking Amalfi coast with its stunning vistas of the Mediterranean Sea. Discover the ruins of Pompeii; explore the most well preserved Greek temples outside of Greece while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop village of Ravello. In Rome, you will enjoy a panoramic tour highlighting the well-known sites of Classical Rome, including the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, as well as the beautiful Trevi Fountain. In the seaside resort town of Sorrento, watch local artisans demonstrate the art of inlaid wood making. Learn about Italy’s artisan way of life with visits and tours of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory, and a traditional ceramic factory. This vacation includes free time to explore the Mediterranean island of Capri and to explore the ceramic shops and cafes of Amalfi. In colorful and vibrant Naples, enjoy a visit to the National Archaeological Museum, one of the finest in the world.
 
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Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
8 Breakfast(s), 5 Dinner(s)

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

ROMEHotel Mediterraneo
VIETRI-SUL-MARLlyod's Baia Hotel
ROMECrowne Plaza Hotel & Spal
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach
Day 1
Overnight Flight
Your adventure begins with an overnight flight to Italy. Journey through southern Italy and experience its rich scenery, art, culture, food and wine! Witness the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast, discover the ruins of Pompeii, explore the most well preserved Greek temples outside of Greece while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop village of Ravello. In addition, participate in an exclusive visit to a traditional ceramic factory, taste the local lemon liquor, and visit a local mozzarella cheese facility.

Day 2
Arrive Rome, Italy
Your tour begins in Rome. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring local delicacies and wines.

Day 3
Rome
This morning you may wish to participate in an optional tour to the "Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter''s Basilica". Later, enjoy a panoramic tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Rome is highlighted through the legendary Trevi Fountain.

Day 4
Rome - Ravello - Vietri-sul-Mare
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Depart Rome and journey south to the Amalfi Coast. In the picturesque village of Ravello you will visit the magnificent gardens of the Villa Rufolo with its spectacular panorama. Your day ends in the beautiful town of Vietri-sul-Mare, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Day 5
Vietri-sul-Mare - Sorrento - Vietri-sul-Mare
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. Here you’ll visit a local factory and watch a demonstration of the art of inlaid wood making. This afternoon, take some time to explore this charming town on your own.

Day 6
Vietri-sul-Mare - Paestum - Vietri-sul-Mare
After breakfast, visit a nearby local ceramic factory to learn about this important regional craft. Next, learn about one of Italy’s most famous products during a tour of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory. Your day will continue with a visit to Paestum where a local guide will escort you through some of the best preserved Greek temples outside of Greece. End your day with dinner at a popular local restaurant.

Day 7
Vietri-sul-Mare - Capri - Vietri-sul-Mare
Delight in a boat trip (weather permitting) to the wonderful Mediterranean island of Capri. A local guide provides an interesting tour of this paradise island. Later, enjoy free time to explore the town of Capri, shop its elegant designer shops, or sip a coffee in the Piazza and watch the world go by.

Day 8
Vietri-sul-Mare - Pompeii - Vietri-sul-Mare
Experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local guide will provide an in-depth view of this remarkable archeological sight. Next you will return to Vietri-sul-Mare where you will enjoy free time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and cafes.

Day 9
Vietri-sul-Mare - Naples - Winery - Rome
Bid farewell to the Amalfi Coast this morning and proceed to colorful and vibrant Naples. Enjoy a visit to the fascinating National Archeological Museum, one of the finest in the world. Before departing for Rome, stop at a local winery at the foot of Mt. Vesuvius to savor the famous Lacryma Christo wines and enjoy a typical Neapolitan lunch. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a marvelous trip to Italy.

Day 10
Rome - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.

Day 1
Overnight Flight
Your adventure begins with an overnight flight to Italy. Journey through southern Italy and experience its rich scenery, art, culture, food and wine! Witness the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast, discover the ruins of Pompeii, explore the most well preserved Greek temples outside of Greece while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop village of Ravello. In addition, participate in an exclusive visit to a traditional ceramic factory, taste the local lemon liquor, and visit a local mozzarella cheese facility.

Day 2
Arrive Rome, Italy
Your tour begins in Rome. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring local delicacies and wines.

Day 3
Rome
This morning you may wish to participate in an optional tour to the "Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter''s Basilica". Later, enjoy a panoramic tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Rome is highlighted through the legendary Trevi Fountain.

Day 4
Rome - Ravello - Vietri-sul-Mare
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Depart Rome and journey south to the Amalfi Coast. In the picturesque village of Ravello you will visit the magnificent gardens of the Villa Rufolo with its spectacular panorama. Your day ends in the beautiful town of Vietri-sul-Mare, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Day 5
Vietri-sul-Mare - Sorrento - Vietri-sul-Mare
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. Here you’ll visit a local factory and watch a demonstration of the art of inlaid wood making. This afternoon, take some time to explore this charming town on your own.

Day 6
Vietri-sul-Mare - Paestum - Vietri-sul-Mare
After breakfast, visit a nearby local ceramic factory to learn about this important regional craft. Next, learn about one of Italy’s most famous products during a tour of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory. Your day will continue with a visit to Paestum where a local guide will escort you through some of the best preserved Greek temples outside of Greece. End your day with dinner at a popular local restaurant.

Day 7
Vietri-sul-Mare - Capri - Vietri-sul-Mare
Delight in a boat trip (weather permitting) to the wonderful Mediterranean island of Capri. A local guide provides an interesting tour of this paradise island. Later, enjoy free time to explore the town of Capri, shop its elegant designer shops, or sip a coffee in the Piazza and watch the world go by.

Day 8
Vietri-sul-Mare - Pompeii - Vietri-sul-Mare
Experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local guide will provide an in-depth view of this remarkable archeological sight. Next you will return to Vietri-sul-Mare where you will enjoy free time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and cafes.

Day 9
Vietri-sul-Mare - Naples - Winery - Rome
Bid farewell to the Amalfi Coast this morning and proceed to colorful and vibrant Naples. Enjoy a visit to the fascinating National Archeological Museum, one of the finest in the world. Before departing for Rome, stop at a local winery at the foot of Mt. Vesuvius to savor the famous Lacryma Christo wines and enjoy a typical Neapolitan lunch. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a marvelous trip to Italy.

Day 10
Rome - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.


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Package Notes: The museums in Pompeii, Paestum and Naples are closed on Mondays.
Vatican Museums are closed on Sundays and holidays that fall on Saturday.
Days of features are interchangeable.
Itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain, heavy walking on uneven terrain or heavy walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes.
Boat trip to Isle of Capri is weather permitting. If weather conditions prohibit the trip, an additional day of sightseeing on the Amalfi Coast will be substituted.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.
This vacation includes visits to Rome, Vietri-sul-Mare, Pompeii, Naples and more.

Spend a leisurely five nights on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, where the Mediterranean Sea and mountains meet.

A local expert walks you through centuries of history during a visit to the Naples Archaeological Museum.

Sail to the enchanting Isle of Capri and spend the day exploring this picturesque paradise.

Learn about ancient cultures and history during your visit to the Greek temples of Paestum.

Language Discovery: Your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language you will experience on your tour. Learn key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the local people you meet.

In Ravello visit Wagner's Rafolo

Visit to a buffalo milk mozzarella factory.

Package Notes: The museums in Pompeii, Paestum and Naples are closed on Mondays.
Vatican Museums are closed on Sundays and holidays that fall on Saturday.
Days of features are interchangeable.
Itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain, heavy walking on uneven terrain or heavy walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes.
Boat trip to Isle of Capri is weather permitting. If weather conditions prohibit the trip, an additional day of sightseeing on the Amalfi Coast will be substituted.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.
   
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