Begin this extraordinary vacation with three nights in Rome, included sightseeing, visits to the Colosseum and Roman Forum, and plenty of leisure time to explore on your own. Visit Mount Vesuvius and view its crater before spending two nights on the Isle of Capri, a breathtaking mecca for the jet-set. Finally, enjoy two nights in Sorrento, the lively seaside resort facing the Gulf of Naples and home to the famous “Limoncello.” An excursion to the celebrated Amalfi Coast is included as well as a guided visit of the Pompeii archaeological site. An exciting vacation in some of Italy’s loveliest regions!Special Departure:April 1st Departure - Easter Week
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Day 1Thu. BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT
Day 2Fri. ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring this great city.
Days 3-4Sat. & Sun. ROME
Two days in which to get well acquainted with Rome. Included sightseeing with a Local Guide starts in St. Peter’s Square, followed by a visit to the Roman Forum and the mighty Colosseum. Optional excursions are available to discover more of the “Eternal City.” (B daily)
Day 5Mon. ROME–VESUVIUS–POMPEII–NAPLES–CAPRI
This morning, drive up one of Europe’s greatest live volcanoes—Vesuvius! Leave the coach and walk to the top to view its crater. Then, to Pompeii, where time stopped in 79 AD when the Vesuvius eruption totally destroyed it. On the included visit you can see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theater, and forum. Just a few more miles to the Neapolitan Riviera for embarkation on the ferry to Capri to enjoy two overnights on this charming island. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 6Tue. CAPRI
This legendary island is surrounded by a rocky coastline—the crashing sea has formed remarkable caves. The town, with its pretty piazza, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and smart restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. An optional island tour is available. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 7Wed. CAPRI–SORRENTO. EXCURSION TO AMALFITAN COAST
Take the ferry to Sorrento this morning. Few places in the world match the very special charm of Sorrento. This picturesque resort overlooking the Bay of Naples boasts a marvelous climate, beautiful views, trendy shops and boutiques, interesting museums, and a vibrant nightlife. Don’t miss out on the included excursion along the breathtakingly beautiful Amalfitan Coast. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 8Thu. SORRENTO
Enjoy this town situated on a plateau high above the waters of the Bay of Naples and with truly spectacular views as far as towering Vesuvius. Sorrento’s terraces, hung with flowers, jut from winding streets and alleys above a small harbor. Streets are filled with shops, cheerful bars, and cafés. (Breakfast)
Day 9Fri. SORRENTO–ROME
A comfortable drive northwards this morning for arrival in Rome, well in time to enjoy most of the afternoon and evening. (Breakfast)
Day 10Sat. YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY. (Breakfast)
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INCLUDED FEATURES
Visits to Sorrento, Capri
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS
Amalfitan Coast
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
GUIDES
Local Guides for city sightseeing in Rome, Vesuvius, Pompeii. Services of a professional Tour Director while touring.
STANDARD INCLUDED FEATURES
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MEALS - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner
Buffet breakfasts (B); 3 dinners (D)
HOTELS - (F) First-Class (ST) Superior Tourist-Class (T) Tourist Class
Rome Caravel (ST), Capri Villa San Michele (ST) at Anacapri or Residenza (F), Sorrento Tirrenia (ST) or Rivage (ST)
TRANSPORTATION
Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Rome if Cosmos issues the air tickets. Touring by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach. Boat transfer to Capri.
Here's a list of optional excursions you can enjoy during your vacation. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, days of operation, group interests, and general feasibility for your vacation. The approximate value listed gives you a good, general idea of what you can expect to pay but may vary once you are on your vacation. Some information provided might be in a foreign currency; you can use our online
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CITY: CapriTour Of The Island This romantic island, one of the jewels of the Mediterranean, has always inspired artists and poets. Once the "in" place for Roman emperors, today it is the rendezvous for the jet set. Take a chair lift to Monte Solaro for a breathtaking view of the entire Bay of Naples or visit Capri Miniature if the chair lift is not operating. Visit the evocative Villa San Michele, once home to the Swedish doctor Axel Munthe, and the Augustus gardens from where you have a fabulous view over the other Faraglioni rocks.
Approximate value: EUR €35 per person
CITY: RomeVatican Mus.& Sistine Chapel A tour around the Vatican museums to admire the beautiful tapestry gallery and the Sistine Chapel with masterpieces by Botticelli and Signorelli. See the "Genesis" and Michelangelo's "Last Judgment".
Approximate value: EUR €52 per person
Treasures of Rome By Night & Dinner An evening tour including some of the city¿s fountains and majestic squares: Piazza Barberini, Triton Fountain, Via Veneto, Villa Borghese and Trevi Fountain. Finish the evening with a meal in a typical Roman restaurant with wine and music included.
Approximate value: EUR €52 per person
The Catacombs The early Christians created the Catacombs, a network of underground corridors, during centuries of persecution by the Romans. Included visit to St. Paul's Outside the Walls.
Approximate value: EUR €38 per person
Tivoli With Dinner Tivoli is infinitely rich from all points of view, and its enchanting Villa d'Este gardens are undeniably one of the masterpieces of the Italian water gardens and UNESCO world heritage site. Europe. (Entrance fee not included). Enjoy dinner with wine accompanied by music in a local restaurant.
Approximate value: EUR €47 per person
CITY: SorrentoTarantella A cheerful evening with music and sparkling wine. Watch a performance of the intriguing Tarantella, a 17th-century Neapolitan folk dance that was thought to cure the bite of the tarantula.
Approximate value: EUR €26 per person
Naples City Sightseeing Overlooked by the volcano Vesuvius, Naples is situated on a beautiful bay. Southern Italy's most beloved city, it is quintessentially Italian - artistic, resplendent, varied and vibrant. Visit the National Museum, (entrance fee optional) followed by a sightseeing tour.
Approximate value: EUR €40 per person
Sorrento Flavors Enjoy an evening out dining in a typical restaurant, with a mixed starter, pizza and pasta, dessert, wine, mineral water and coffee or tea, or the famous Sorrento lemon liquor, "Limoncello".
Approximate value: EUR €26 per person
Sorrento Musical Enjoy an evening of Neapolitan songs and dances presented on stage with a continuous change of scenery. The show takes its cue from the "Tarantella," a typical dance of the southern regions. Free-flowing wine, spumante or soft drinks are included.
Approximate value: EUR €27 per person
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