Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast is one of Italy's most piercing destinations.

Introduction

Deemed an outstanding example of a Mediterranean landscape by Unesco, the Amalfi Coast is one of Italy's most piercing destinations. Here, mountains plunge into the sea in a nail-biting vertical scene of precipitous crags, cliff-clinging abodes and verdant woodland.

Duration

8 Days

Starting At

$1319 per person

Style

Independent

Departures

July 2018 - October 2018

The Journey

The Amalfi Coast is one of Italy's most piercing destinations.

Roundtrip Flights From U.S. Included

Yes

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Tour Highlights

What's Included

Not Included

Tour Highlights

This independent package is designed to give you ultimate freedom and flexibility to explore your own way.

What's Included

Flights New York-Naples, Naples-New York (other departure cities available for an additional cost)
6 nights accommodations
7 day car rental: Economy Manual (Fiat Panda or similar). Upgrade to other categories available
Breakfast daily

Car rental includes: Unlimited mileage, Third Party Liability Insurance (RCA), Collision Damage Waiver Reduction (CDW), Theft Protection Reduction (TP), Airport charges, local taxes (VAT).

Not Included

Visas (if applicable)
Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities

The Itinerary

Please note that the following is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed below may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees.

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

Day 8

Day 1

Depart for Italy

Depart for Italy

Day 2

Amalfi Coast

Arrive in Naples and pick up your vehicle at the airport. Drive to your hotel in the Amalfi region and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Amalfi Coast

Drive Time: 1.5 hours
Distance: 50 miles*

Day 3

Pompeii and Herculaneum

Spend a full day at leisure in Amalfi or drive to Pompeii to visit the ruins of this extraordinarily well preserved Roman city. The excavated town offers a glimpse of everyday Roman life in the 1st century before an eruption of Mount Vesuvius buried Pompeii in 79 AD. Stroll the ancient streets and see Roman baths, the Temples of Apollo and Jupiter, and the Forum. Compliment the tour by visiting Herculaneum (Ercolano), a town destroyed along with Pompeii during Mt. Vesuvius’ eruption. Primarily a residential town, Herculaneum was filled with villas of wealthy Romans, which can be seen in their preserved state.

Overnight: Amalfi Coast | Breakfast

Drive Time: 2 hours
Distance: 55 miles*

Day 4

Ravello and Positano

Spend a full day at leisure in Amalfi or drive to Positano and Ravello. Drive along the Amalfi coast to view the dramatic coastline, long described as the most stunning in the world. Travel to Ravello, a scenic mountainside town with superior views of the seascape. While here, visit the Duomo, with its ornate 13th-century pulpit, and the Villa Rufolo, where composer Richard Wagner gained inspiration for his opera Parsifal. Continue to Positano and admire the distinctive pink and white Moorish villas dotting the hillside. This charming port town was made famous by John Steinbeck, as well as Hollywood films including “Only You” and “Under the Tuscan Sun.” This picturesque coastal town is also home to a beautiful church, the Santa Maria Assunta, featuring a dome made of majolica tiles. This evening, return to your hotel.

Overnight: Amalfi Coast | Breakfast

Drive Time: 2 hours
Distance: 50 miles*

Day 5

Caserta

Spend a full day at leisure on the Amalfi coast or drive to the village 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.

Overnight: Amalfi Coast | Breakfast

Drive Time: 2.5 hours
Distance: 95 miles*

Day 6

Amalfi & Furore

Spend a full day at leisure or travel to the town of Amalfi, home to the famous Limoncello liqueur, surrounded by cliffs and stunning coastal scenery. This UNESCO World Heritage Site also produces bambagina, a thick handmade paper used worldwide. Learn more about this unique skill at the Museo della Carta. After enjoying the sites and sounds of this popular town, continue to Furore, a little-known destination located between Amalfi and Positano. Due to its geographical position among the mountains and a central fjord, this hidden town is a delightful surprise. Its open-air museum of murals is a highlight but the main attraction is the dramatic ‘Fiordo’ or fjord. View a cluster of old fishermen houses cling to the side of the rocky gorge.

Overnight: Amalfi Coast | Breakfast

Drive Time: 3 hours from Sorrento
Distance: 40 miles*

Day 7

Ischia

Spend a full day at leisure on the Amalfi coast or travel to Ischia. First, drive to Naples, then board the ferry to Ischia, the largest island in the Bay of Naples. This breathtaking volcanic island is renowned throughout Europe for its thermal baths and volcanic mud. The formidable Castello Aragonese, a former fortress situated on a rock near the island, is accessible from the town of Ischia Ponte. Visit the town of Casamicciola and hike to the top of Monte Epomeo, an ancient volcano. The town of Forio is also worth a visit to see “La Mortella” Gardens, home to over 500 rare plant species.

Overnight: Amalfi Coast | Breakfast

Drive Time: 3 hours
Distance: 110 miles*

Day 8

Depart Italy

Drive to Naples airport and return your vehicle prior to your departure flight.

Breakfast

Drive Time: 1.5 hours
Distance: 50 miles*

Know Before You Go

The Fine Print

All prices are per person based on double occupancy.

Prices are correct at time of publication; however, as airfares continually fluctuate and classes of service may have limited capacity, prices and availability will change accordingly.

Deposit due upon booking. Reservations accepted until sold out.

Deposits are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure with some exceptions where payment is due earlier. Payment plans available.

Passport must be valid 6 months beyond travel dates. Visa requirements vary dependent upon your nationality, the countries you are visiting, whether you require a single or a multi entry visa and the duration of your stay. Some visas can be obtained upon arrival at the airport, others must be procured in advance, and embassy’s can often take several weeks to process them, so it is important that you start thinking about obtaining your visa at the time of booking. For more information about visa requirements, visit the US Department of State.

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