Sunday, March 7 | Rome, Italy 

Hotel: Hotel Imperiale

Your tour opens in the “Eternal City” of Rome! As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner celebrating the start of your Italian journey.

Monday, March 8 | Rome, Italy 

Hotel: Hotel Imperiale

Begin your exploration of the Eternal City with an expert-guided tour of Rome’s Renaissance and Baroque highlights. Climb to the top of the Spanish Steps for views of the city’s skyline and down its famous 135 stairs. Stroll over cobblestone streets and weathered passageways to discover famous sights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon’s imposing facade. Finish a full morning of exploration in the oval-shaped Piazza Navona, built upon the site of the ancient Stadium of Domitian. Make the most of a free afternoon in Italy’s capital city. Perhaps you’ll meander through Rome’s lively Monti district to soak in the local life.

Tuesday, March 9 | Rome - Pompeii - Sorrento

Hotel: Hotel Imperiale (Rome)
Hotel: Hilton Sorrento Palace Hotel (Sorrento)

Journey to the Sorrentine Peninsula, an iconic coastline of rocky beaches and towering cliffs. En route, pause at a local winery to savor the area’s famous Lacryma Christi. Enjoy a typical lunch before experiencing the eerily preserved ruins of Pompeii your way, because it’s your choice! Join a local guide for an in-depth tour of Pompeii’s best-known monuments -OR- venture further afield to discover the hidden corners of this vast archeological site. In the late afternoon, settle into your hotel in Sorrento.* Take some time to explore the property, perched in a scenic location above town and sea. As dusk falls, the Bay of Naples lights up with the twinkling lights from the towns along its coast. As you settle into your home for the next five nights, you might even catch a glimpse of Mount Vesuvius in the distance, the volcano that famously erupted and buried Pompeii.

Wednesday, March 10 | Sorrento

Hotel: Hilton Sorrento Palace Hotel

This morning, head out to the countryside of Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi for a fun morning at a traditional terraced farmhouse, perched high and overlooking the Amalfi Coast. Visit the vegetable garden of this family-owned farm and join in a hands-on cooking class following family recipes. Then, dig into the delicious lunch you helped make, a true taste of the traditional dishes of the region. Return to Sorrento for an afternoon and evening at leisure. Wander through its narrow streets, colorful boutiques, or perhaps sample some gelato made with local lemons.

Thursday, March 11 | Sorrento - Amalfi Coast - Sorrento

Hotel: Hilton Sorrento Palace Hotel

Drive along the stunning Amalfi Coast to its namesake town, Amalfi. A former trading hub, Amalfi is now a quiet coastal town of historic landmarks and a black-and-white marble cathedral. Explore on your own before driving up to nearby
Ravello. Stroll the gardens of Villa Rufolo and admire views of la Costiera (the Coastline, as locals affectionally call it), ahead of returning to Sorrento for an evening at leisure.

Friday, March 12 | Sorrento

Hotel: Hilton Sorrento Palace Hotel

Enjoy a day at leisure to take in the laid-back charm of Sorrento. Perhaps you will embark on an optional ferryboat trip to the Mediterranean isle of Capri (additional cost). Upon arrival, admire the island’s iconic scenery on a panoramic cruise, passing by steep cliffs, endless small caves, and the famous Faraglioni rocks, jutting out of the water. Spend time in Capri town with its world-famous piazzetta and explore this island paradise of chic boutiques, lush vegetation, and outdoor cafés. Return to Sorrento in the late afternoon for an evening at leisure.

Saturday, March 13 | Sorrento

Hotel: Hilton Sorrento Palace Hotel

This morning, explore another side of Sorrento during a locally guided walking tour, showing off its allure — legend has it that sirens once lured sailors to Sorrento’s shores. See why Enrico Caruso, the famous tenor who sung “Torna a Surriento,” was so captivated by Sorrento’s beauty, he often made it his holiday retreat. Along the way, sample some local flavors and venture down to Marina Grande, Sorrento’s old fishing village. Ending by the seaside, linger longer if you wish with time to find lunch on your own at the many restaurants specializing in fish, or dip your feet in the Mediterranean Sea at the small beach before heading back to the main part of town. Enjoy the relaxing beauty of Sorrento during an afternoon at leisure. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner and bid salute to the end of your Italian getaway.

Sunday, March 14 | Sorrento

Your tour comes to a close today - safe travels to your next destination!

Optional 4 Days 3-Night Florence Pre-Tour Extension

Per Person Rates: $1,499.00 USD double, $1,699.00 USD single, land & air inclusive

  • Thursday, March 4 | Florence, Italy 
    • Get settled into Florence for your 3-night stay. Your local host will meet you at the hotel for an orientation briefing before leading you on a neighborhood walk, providing you with dining suggestions for your evening at leisure.
  • Friday, March 5 | Florence, Italy 
    • Start your morning with a locally guided walking tour of Florence’s cultural treasures, passing by the Duomo, the Baptistery, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Piazza della Signoria. The afternoon is yours to browse the shops of via Tornabuoni or perhaps visit one of the city’s great museums* such as the Uffizi or the Accademia, which houses Michelangelo’s statue of David.
  • Saturday, March 6 | Florence, Italy 
    • Explore Florence’s bohemian Oltrarno district during a guided walking tour of the city’s Left Bank. Oltrarno literally means "on the other side of the Arno," the river which runs through Florence. Grasp the spirit of this “Florence of the Florentines.” Here, the last craftsmen, the market stalls, the gardens and churches, the typical restaurants and cafés still move at the gentle rhythm of everyday life, away from the hustle and bustle of Florence’s more famous monuments. The Oltrarno was so dear to the Medici family, Florence’s great rulers, that they made it their home by establishing themselves in the Pitti Palace. The remainder of the day is yours to explore more of Florence. Perhaps you’ll venture up to Piazzale Michelangelo, a panoramic terrace offering charming views over the city’s towers and domes.
  • Sunday, March 7 | Florence - Rome
    • Your Florentine sojourn comes to a close today. Say arrivederci as you transfer to Rome by high-speed train to begin your tour.

Optional 3 Days 2-Night Naples Post Tour Extension

Per Person Rates: $999.00 USD double, $1,299.00 USD single, land only

  • Sunday, March 14 | Amalfi Coast - Naples 
    • Transfer from the Amalfi Coast to the Bay of Naples. Naples is a city of contrasts - grandiose buildings and expansive plazas beside narrow streets, steeped in a medieval atmosphere. A panoramic tour introduces you to Italy’s third-largest city. Next, join a local guide for a walking tour of the city’s monuments district. Take in the imposing Maschio Angioino castle, the lofty Galleria Umberto arcade, and the expansive Piazza del Plebiscito. After checking into your hotel in the mid-afternoon, explore the neighborhood, perhaps in a quest for Naples most iconic food: pizza!
  • Monday, March 15 | Naples 
    • This morning, explore the vast collections of the Naples National Archeological Museum during a guided tour of its highlights. The museum houses artifacts recovered from the excavations of Pompeii and neighboring towns that were impacted by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 C.E. Continue with a guided walk through Naples’ historical old town. Wind your way through this maze-like section of town accompanied by an expert guide and discover its ebullient atmosphere. The afternoon is yours to explore more of Naples on your own. Perhaps you will visit the Capodimonte Museum, famous for its vast collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings. Or stroll along the Chiaia waterfront and take in views of Castel dell’Ovo, picturesquely perched by the water.
  • Tuesday, March 16 | Naples 

    • Transfer to the airport for your flight home.