Day 1
Arrive in Italy
Private transfer from Rome FCO Airport to Casa Angelina in Praiano, via helicopter
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Historical Walk of Positano
Meet your private English-speaking guide in Positano at Casa Angelina shuttle stop and together explore this tiny, crescent-shaped village with its picturesque harbour fringed by pastel-colored houses, celebrated by artists, writers and high society for centuries. Learn the local stories and anecdotes handed down through generations as you stroll through the charming, flower-filled streets. Visit artisan workshops and lovely designer boutiques and enjoy a fabulous tasting of the local specialities! At the end of your tour, enjoy a casual but delicious dinner at Max Ristorante.
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Dinner Reservation at Max Ristorante
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Day 2
Amalfi Coast
Tour of Sorrento
Meet your private English-speaking driver in the lobby of your hotel and set out to enjoy a half-day adventure in the delightful seaside city of Sorrento. Begin with a guided walking tour as you visit the beautiful 14th-century Monastery of San Francesco with its Arabic-influenced, bougainvillea-filled cloisters; the lovely, small Basilica of Sant’Antonino; and the splendid Duomo, renowned for its remarkable intarsia (inlaid wood) designs. Browse the narrow streets lined with wonderful shops selling the city’s celebrated ceramics, lace and intarsia, enjoy the warm and lively locals, and stop for gelato, espresso, and, of course, the world’s best limoncello, which was invented here! At the end of your tour, enjoy a lunch of tasty regional specialties at a local restaurant.
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Lunch at L’Anticha Trattoria
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Sunset Cruise on the Amalfi Coast with Dinner
Meet your private driver in the lobby of your hotel and be transferred to La Praia beach, where you meet your private skipper for an evening exploration of the legendary Amalfi Coast. At the port, meet your private English-speaking water chauffeur and board your private luxury speedboat to visit the most enchanting spots along the coast, some of which are off the beaten track. Aboard your boat, listen to wonderful atmospheric music while enjoying local wines and soft drinks along with a light pasta dinner and delicious appetizer. After your cruise, return to La Praia beach and meet your private driver for a relaxing ride back to your hotel.
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Day 3
Boat Tour Capri and Galli Islands
Meet your private driver and be transferred to the La Praia beach where you meet your private skipper and board your private speedboat to explore the unforgettable Amalfi Coast. Stop to enjoy a delicious lunch at Conca del Sogno. Afterwards, continue to fairytale island of Capri and discover the breathtakingly beautiful Galli Islands, the White, Green and Blue Grottoes, the Lovers’ Grotto and more! Circle the island as your driver shares stories of its fascinating history. At the end of your tour, sail back to La Praia where you meet driver for a relaxing ride back to your hotel.
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Day 4
Day at Leisure
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Day 5
Pompeii
Full Day Excursion to Herculaneum and Pompeii
Meet your private driver in the lobby of your hotel and immerse yourself in the legendary ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum in this unforgettable full-day excursion. Enjoy a scenic ride to Herculaneum where you meet your private English-speaking guide and explore the remains of this lost city, which can be seen in almost all its original splendor because the upper stories of the buildings and many of the objects, including beds and doors, still remain intact. Visit the villas, with their stunning mosaics, the baths, and the gymnasium, tracing the lives of their wealthy Roman inhabitants. Then, head off to the city of Pompeii to explore the remains of this ancient Roman settlement, frozen in time in the sudden eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD and experience, in poignant detail, its daily life during the Pax Romana. Discover the magnificent amphitheater, the stately homes of the ancient Roman nobility, the taverns and restaurants, the striking artifacts and works of art, and the wide avenues of a lost world. At the end of your tour, enjoy a tasty dinner at Caupona restaurant. After dinner, re-join your driver and be transferred back to your hotel.
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Dinner Reservation at Caupona
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Day 6
Positano by Day / Capri by Night
Meet your private English-speaking guide as you disembark your private boat and enjoy this special “just wondering” tour. “Seize the day” and let your heart be the guide as you discover the wonders of Capri. With your personal guide, let spontaneity rule! Whether you feel like strolling through the colorful, flower-filled streets; stopping at a café in one of the city’s charming piazzas; visiting a lovely art-filled church or an ancient Roman villa; shopping for the famous local ceramics, sandals or fashions; sampling the city’s signature limoncello or its best gelato; or admiring the breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples—whatever your interests or desires—your guide is at your disposal to help create the perfect Caprese adventure just for you! At the end of your tour, your guide accompanies you to Da Paolino for a delicious dinner in a magical setting.
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Day 7
Day at Leisure
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Day 8
Praiano to Rome
After breakfast and checkout, meet your private driver in the lobby of your hotel and be transferred to Rome. En route, stop in Naples for a 2-hour tour and a delicious local lunch at Pizzeria Brandi. Upon arrival to Naples, meet your private English-speaking guide and experience the true essence of Naples. Wind through Naples’ narrow alleys, where you will discover its colorful people and fascinating history, which began with the Greeks. Explore its lively piazzas, fabulous Baroque churches and palaces, enticing restaurants and shops, and incomparable setting in the Bay of Naples. And, of course, enjoy the not-to-be-missed Neapolitan delicacies: crème de la crème espresso, followed by lunch at Pizzeria Brandi for the best pizza in town! After lunch, rejoin your driver and continue your transfer to Rome.
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Day 9
Rome
After breakfast, meet your private English-speaking guide and driver in the lobby of your hotel and head to discover a world unto itself, the Vatican State. In this fascinating tour, discover the seemingly endless expanse of the Vatican Museums’ magnificent collection of frescoes, statues, and masterpieces, crowned by an unforgettable visit to the glorious Sistine Chapel. Conclude your journey in the splendor of St. Peter’s Basilica, filled with renowned works of art, including the supreme masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture, Michelangelo’s Pietà. After your tour, re-join your driver return to your hotel or continue exploring the city at your leisure.
(Includes a 3-hour tour with a private expert guide and early morning “limited access” skip-the-lines admissions).
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Colosseum and Jewish Ghetto Tour
Meet your private guide in the lobby of your hotel and delve into the glorious highlights of the Eternal City. Begin with a visit to the Colosseum, followed by the Roman Forum, the Capitoline Hill, and Piazza Venezia. Next, explore the remarkable past and the vibrant present of one of the oldest Jewish communities in the world! Walk through Via della Reginella to admire the beautiful Fontana delle Tatarughe. Later, proceed to the lively and trendy neighborhood of Trastevere. Wind through the poetic cobblestone streets lined with shops selling wonderful works of art and design, discovering modern delights alongside old-world treasures like the gorgeous, mosaic-filled Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere—one of Rome’s oldest churches— taking in this neighborhood’s timeless offerings. After your tour, your driver transfers you to a local restaurant for a delicious dinner.
(Includes private transportation by Mercedes minivan with an English-speaking driver at disposal for 3 hours, a 3-hour tour with an English-speaking guide, and skip-the-lines admissions)
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Day 10
Depart Italy
Safe travels back home