Amalfi
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Welcome to Amalfi
It is hard to grasp that pretty little Amalfi, with its sun-filled piazzas and small beach, was once a maritime superpower with a population of more than 70,000. For one thing, it’s not a big place – you can easily walk from one end to the other in about 20 minutes. For another, there are very few historical buildings of note. The explanation is chilling: most of the old city, and its inhabitants, simply slid into the sea during an earthquake in 1343.
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Pompeii, Positano, Amalfi Coast Semi-Private Tour with Lunch
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Pompeii - Archaeological Area., Pompeii, Province of Naples, CampaniaEnjoy a 2 hours tour of Pompeii led by our English speaking guide.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Positano Drivers, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaEnjoy free time in charming Positano along the Amalfi coast .During summer you'll have time for a swim as well .Duration: 1 hourStop At: Amalfi Coast, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaStop between Pompeii and Positano to enjoy superb views of the Amalfi coast Duration: 1 hour
Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, Positano Small Group Tour from Rome
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Pompeii - Archaeological Area., Pompeii, Province of Naples, CampaniaWander the fully-preserved streets of Pompeii on a guided tour. This thriving port town was frozen in time when it was engulfed by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D.View the death casts of people caught in the eruption and peek into shops, temples, public baths, and maybe even a brothel (if suitable for the group).Duration: 2 hoursStop At: PositanoFollowing in the footsteps of literary greats like Shelley, Goethe and Steinbeck, you’ll be free to explore this little town on foot, sampling its incredible seafood, browsing the fashionable boutiques, or ordering bespoke, handmade sandals. Duration: 2 hours 40 minutesStop At: Amalfi Coast Drive, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaAfter Pompeii, it’s back into the bus for one of the most unforgettable drives of your life down the hairpin turns and panoramic vistas of the Amalfi coast. It won’t take long for you to see why this is considered Italy’s most scenic drive (although certainly not the easiest to navigate - you’ll be glad you have a driver!). Duration: 1 hour
Capri Day Trip from Rome
Start your day with a pickup from your central Rome hotel or alternatively, start your tour at a meeting point in town, near Rome Termini Station. Travel south, and as you gaze out at the pretty landscape of Castelli Romani look out for Abbey of Montecassino -- a spectacular Benedictine monastery perched atop of a hill.After a journey of roughly three hours, arrive in the southern Italian region of Campania and head straight to its capital, Naples. At the port, hop off your coach and board your catamaran or hydrofoil boat for your 45-minute crossing to the island of Capri – the jewel of the Amalfi region’s islands.On arrival at Capri’s Marina Grande harbor, hop aboard a rowing boat and relax as your guide rows you around the island to see the intriguing Blue Grotto (entry own expense). The cave is said to have sunk further into the sea since prehistoric times -- blocking out most natural light. Rays entering from an underwater cavity combine with the trickle of light from the caves’ only entranceway, giving the water its magical vivid-blue effect.Return to Marina Grande and travel by coach to the unassuming little village of Anacapri, perched high on the hills overlooking Capri town. Enjoy free time for lunch in a traditional trattoria here, and soak up incredible views of the sun-baked Bay of Naples just across the water. Head back down the hill and explore Capri Town at leisure, perhaps visiting the elegant Piazetta (Piazza Umberto) or browsing the shops for keepsakes of Capri to take home. Meet your guide at the pre-arranged time, board your boat and return to your coach at Naples Port.As you head out of the city, your guide will point out some of Naples’ star attractions like medieval Castel Nuovo, Certona di San Martino – a sprawling monastery complex – and the Royal Palace of Naples (Palazzo Reale). Relax on the journey north back to Rome, and finish your tour near Termini Station. Alternatively, make use of a drop-off at Via Veneto, Piazza Barberini, Piazza Venezia or Piazza della Repubblica; simply let your guide know on the day.Note: In extreme cases of bad weather, boats to Capri will be cancelled. When this happens, you will spend the day exploring Naples and the UNESCO-listed ancient ruins of Pompeii with your guide. No refund will be due.
Amalfi Coast Experience: Small-Group Tour from Sorrento
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Travel Etc., Sorrento, Province of Naples, CampaniaDeparture from Sorrento areaPass By: Amalfi Coast, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaThe Amalfi Coast is a 50-kilometer stretch of coastline along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrentine Peninsula, in the Campania region. Pass By: Li Galli, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaThe Sirenusas, also known as the Gallos, is an archipelago of little islands off the Amalfi Coast of Italy between Isle of Capri and 6 km southwest of Province of Salerno's Positano, to which it is administratively attached. They are part of the Campanian Archipelago.Pass By: Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta e Cripta Medievale, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaThis storied church features a Byzantine icon of the Virgin Mary & was once part of a monastery.Pass By: Spiaggia Grande, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaWith its glamorous, celebrity-packed beaches, breathtakingly gorgeous seascapes, and boutique-filled historic center, its easy to see why Positano is the most sought after destination on the Amalfi Coast.Stop At: MAR - Museo Archeologico Romano, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaThe charm of history, on which the whole contemporary world has been walking since the 60s of the last century. Right in the center of our city, the Roman Villa stands today as a testimony of past wonders and as they fly for a new image of Positano, which is affirmed, above all, as a melting pot of art and culture.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Museo della Carta, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaQuaint museum featuring exhibits on the history & production of paper in Amalfi, plus a gift shop.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaAmalfi Cathedral is a medieval Roman Catholic cathedral in the Piazza del Duomo, Amalfi, Italy. It is dedicated to the Apostle Saint Andrew whose relics are kept here.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Chiostro del Paradiso, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaMoorish-style cloister from the 13th century featuring 120 columns, a garden & religious artifacts.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Villa Rufolo, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaVilla Rufolo is a building within the historic center of Ravello, a town in the province of Salerno, southern Italy, which overlooks the front of the cathedral square.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Villa Cimbrone Gardens, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaSitting high atop a promontory that offers stunning views of the Mediterranean and the dramatic coastline below, the Villa Cimbrone is the crown laurel of Ravello.Its origins date back to the 11th century, but the villa and the gardens were extensively renovated by a British nobleman, Lord Grimthorpe, in the early 20th century.With its expansive gardens and dramatic views, the villa is a popular place for weddings, honeymoons, and receptions. The villa is a private 5-star hotel (Hotel Villa Cimbrone), but the gardens are open to the public and it ranks, perhaps, as the most memorable sight on the Amalfi Coast.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Centro Storico Ravello, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaRavello, a resort town set 365 meters above the Tyrrhenian Sea by Italy’s Amalfi Coast, is home to iconic cliffside gardens.Duration: 1 hour
Capri Island Cruise from Amalfi, Praiano, or Positano
Head to the Positano, Praiano or Amalfi port in the morning, and board your 33-foot (10-meter) boat. Then sit back, relax and enjoy a drink as your expert captain navigates your boat away from the Amalfi Coast.When the picturesque seaside villages that dot this famous stretch of coastline slip from your view, stare out to sea and admire the private islands and natural reserve of Li Galli in the sea around you. Cross the southern end of the Bay of Naples toward Capri, and circumnavigate the chic little island, enjoying several stops along the way.Use the stops to swim and snorkel in various coves and lagoons, snap photos of the famous Faraglioni rock formations and learn a bit about the island from your captain. Look out for Casa Malaparte, the Punta Carena lighthouse and Marina Piccola, a docking spot for luxury yachts. Stop to visit the popular Blue Grotto, once the private bathhouse of Roman Emperor Tiberius, if you wish. The entrance fee is at your own expense, but the incredible colors of the lagoon make the expense worthwhile. Disembark at the main port of Capri and enjoy roughly four hours of free time to explore the island independently. Listen to recommendations and directions from your captain for local sights, activities and restaurants. Perhaps stroll through the gardens of Villa San Michele, visit the terraced Gardens of Augustus, ride the chairlift up to Mt Solaro or explore the area of Anacapri — it's up to you. All entrance fees, activities and food on the island are at your own expense.After your time on Capri, reboard your boat and make your return journey back to the Amalfi Coast. Pass the marine park of Punta Campanella and stop to swim and snorkel again in a pretty bay in the area of Nerano. Finally, arrive back in Positano, Praiano or Amalfi in the early evening.
Amalfi Coast Full-Day Tour from Sorrento
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Avi Travel Sorrento, Sorrento, Province of Naples, CampaniaPick - up from your Hotel /Meeting Point provided by Avi Travel Tour OperatorDuration: 30 minutesPass By: Positano Paradise Lounge Bar, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campaniaonly photo stopStop At: Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaIn Amalfi you will get your free time to explore its cobbled backstreets.Entrance fees to the Cathedrals is not includedDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Villa Rufolo, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, CampaniaThe Tour will continue to the medieval town of Ravello which nestles in the mountainside eleven hundred feet above the sea.Entrance fees to the Villa Rufolo not included.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Sorrento ExcellenceOn the return way, You will visit a transparent Limoncello factory: a path created entirely in crystal glass where you can admire thecomplete productive cycle of the famous liquer Limoncellodi Capri, starting from the selection of the best lemons of Capri and Sorrento (PGI) to the peeling, to the infusion and, finally, the bottling. Everything is made with care and passion right in front of your eyes.A unique and suggestive location with a sensationalview where you can relax and enjoy a tasting of this tastefull liquet, cakes, candies and the best panorama of the Peninsula of Sorrento. Duration: 30 minutes