8 Days | Discover Italy’s highlights on an adventure from Rome to the Amalfi Coast
If you want a short trip packed with diversity, this eight-day adventure through southern Italy is perfect for you. Acquaint yourself with Italy's 'Eternal City' (Rome) and get up close and personal with a still active volcano in Naples before witnessing the aftermath of a volcanic eruption in Pompeii. Soak up the sunshine in the coastal town of Sorrento and explore the beautiful Amalfi Coast. This trip promises a blend of history, trekking and culinary delights — a taste of la dolce vita awaits.
Trip overview
- Start
- Rome, Italy
- Finish
- Minori, Italy
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Italy
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- ZMSS
- Explore Rome’s ancient wonders like the Colosseum (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), the Forum and Vatican City, immersing yourself in centuries of history and culture.
- Discover the preserved ruins of Pompeii, offering a glimpse into daily Roman life before the city’s tragic fate under Mt Vesuvius in 79 AD.
- Ascend Mt Vesuvius for breathtaking views over the Bay of Naples and witness the powerful crater of this still active volcano. Finish the day with a pizza tasting in Naples – the alleged birthplace of this beloved carb.
- Experience Sorrento’s seaside charm and its famous lemon groves, tasting local limoncello and exploring its vibrant streets and cafes.
- Wander the stunning Amalfi Coast, from historic Amalfi town to the dramatic landscapes of Ravello, offering unparalleled views.
- The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train, offering fast travel across long distances without traffic delays, delivering you directly into city centres. Trains are comfortable and equipped with toilets but can be busy.
- Please note that you'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the trains, as well as up and down stairs at stations and hotels. Please ensure your luggage adheres to our weight and size guidelines outlined in the 'Packing' section of the Essential Trip Information.
- Summer temperatures in many visited regions can exceed 40c, so protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated. Keep in mind that July, August and early September constitute high season along the Southern Italian coast, impacting local infrastructure due to increased visitor numbers.
- Hotel rooms in Europe may differ from American or Australian standards, often featuring two single beds that can be pushed together instead of a double and shared bathrooms rather than en-suite facilities.
- For those with extra time, consider extending your trip to explore more of Italy. Explore further south into the heel of Italy with our ‘Rome to Southern Italy’ trip (trip code ZMSSC) or head down to Sicily with our ‘Rome to Sicily’ trip (trip code ZMSFC).
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
7 breakfasts
Train, Private vehicle, Public bus, Boat, Metro
Hotel (7 nights)
- Naples - Leader-led orientation walk
- Naples - café sospeso
- Pompeii - Archaeological Site
- Pompeii - Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Mt Vesuvius - Crater Rim Walk & Summit Climb
- Sorrento - Limoncello Tasting
- Sorrento - Gelato Making Demonstration
- Amalfi - Walk of the Gods Hike (Sentiero degli Dei)
- Amalfi - Coastal Ferry Cruise Positano to Amalfi
- Rome - Castel Sant'Angelo - EUR14
- Rome - Christian Catacombs - EUR10
- Rome - Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill - EUR19
- Rome - Keats-Shelley Memorial House - EUR6
- Rome - Galleria Borghese - EUR16
- Rome - Pantheon - EUR5
- Vatican City - St Peter's Dome Climb & Elevator - EUR10
- Rome - Venezia Palace - EUR17
- Naples - Archaeological Museum - EUR15
- Naples - Duomo - Free
- Naples - St Claire's Church and Cloister - EUR6
- Pompeii - Herculaneum Ruins - EUR14
- Pompeii - Sanctuary of St Mary of the Rosary - Free
- Capri - Hydrofoil Sorrento to Capri - EUR44
- Amalfi - Chiostro del Paradiso - EUR3
- Amalfi - Valley of the Mills Hike - Free
- Amalfi - Ravello & Valley of the Dragons - Free
- Amalfi - Cattedrale S.Andrea - Free
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Please note that the physical rating for this trip is set at 2. While this is correct for the overall trip, there are some components that are of a higher physical rating. Both the climb to the summit of Mt Vesuvius and the hike on the Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) require a certain amount of fitness. Please read the day-to-day itinerary carefully or speak to your leader for more details. Activities can be opted out of if you don't want to participate.
3. You don't have a lot of time in Rome at the start of the trip, so if you're keen to explore this spectacular city in depth we recommend you arrive a day or two before the start of the trip, especially if you would like to see the Vatican Museum as it is closed most Sundays. Please check opening times here: https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en.html
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