Here is a sample 7-day itinerary - which can be completely customized for your group
Saturday
Arrive in Naples airport and meet
your private transfer that will take you to your Villa located in the
neighborhoods of old Sorrento.
While you settle in to your villa
(each room of the deluxe villa offers en suite facilities) our chef is hard at
work preparing our dinner. After youve had time to unpack and relax, well
gather for cocktails and dinner to celebrate the beginning of our journey.
Meals: (D)
Sunday
Explore Sorrento and Massa Labrensa
After breakfast this morning, weve
scheduled a visit to explore beautiful Sorrento. Through the origins of the
city date back to the old Etruscans and Greeks, the Romans colonized the city
in the First Century BC. Perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, its one of
Europes most romantic places.
Next well drive out to visit the
little villages on the Sorrentino Peninsula. Thanks to a lack of easy access,
this ruggedly beautiful corner remains quite unspoiled.
Midday, well stop at a nearby farmhouse restaurant for lunch followed by a
gelato reputed to be one of the best in Italy
Meals: (B, L, D)
Monday
Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius
Without a doubt Italys most famous
archeological site is nearby Pompeii. At the time of the eruption of Mount
Vesuvius in 79 AD, it is estimated that 35,000 people lived in this busy city.
After decades of patient excavation this ancient Roman town reveals itself,
down to the magnificent mosaics in the floors of homes, the frescos on the
walls and the ruts of chariots in the paving stones. Even if you have been here
before, Pompeii easily is worth a return visit.
Well see Herculaneum, a seaside resort for the wealthy. Excavation of this
smaller resort village presented a greater challenge than Pompeii, as it took
much longer to uncover the grandiose villas with their magnificent frescos.
Finally well drive up to the 3200-foot of Mount Vesuvius to view the volcano
and enjoy grand views of the Bay of Naples. A fascinating day.
Meals: (B, L, D)
Tuesday
Positano
Positano is the quintessence of
picturesque - a village clinging to a near-vertical cliff. Its beauty has
attracted countless artists such as Picasso as well as notable musicians
including Toscanini and Bernstein. Through this once exclusive retreat has been
discovered, it still retains its unique character.
Well explore Positano and walk
down the narrow streets to the Marina Grande where fishermen once hauled their
boats onto the sandy beach Today shoppers explore the little boutiques and
elegant fashion showrooms and photographers find themselves in paradise. All of
us will fee spoiled by a delightful lunch near the sea.
Regardless whether you return
filled with works of art or shipping bags, it will be a marvelous day. Well
share our stories this evening over cocktails by the pool.
Meals: (B, L, D)
Wednesday
Free Day
Weve left the day open for you to
pursue your own interests. Explore the local market or weve arranged for a
driver with a mini-van to take you into Sorrento or to bring you to a spa for a
soothing massage and treatments. Or the drive can bring you to a trailhead for
an interesting hike. Of course you could elect to enjoy the comforts of our
villa, to sleep in a little, to swim in the poor, to catch up on e-mail or read
a good book near the lemon trees with a glass of wine.
Instead of dining at our villa this
evening, well sample the fare in one of Sorrentos fine restaurants.
Meals: (B, D)
Thursday
Capri and Anacapri
A dramatic, rugged mountain soaring
out of the sea, fabled Capri has attracted the glitterati from around the world
since the days when Roman emperor built lavish villas on the island. Well
begin our day with a short jet-cat rider from Sorrento to Capris Marina
Grande. Well walk through the narrow streets of the old town to magnificent
viewpoints. During our free time, shoppers will certainly want to explore the
Islands outstanding boutiques.
Later well take a mini-bus up higher to Anacapri the islands other town
nestled amidst vineyards and surround hills.
From Anacapri, hikers may descent
the Sal Fenicia, a long staircase with 881 steps, to return to Capri Town where
well enjoy a pleasant lunch overlooking the sea.
Meals: (B, L, D)
Friday
The Shores of Amalfi
For our final day in this
delicious little corner of our world, well cruise along the coastline and
stop for lunch at a charming restaurant right on the sea. The waters are warm
and pleasant and its great offers great relaxation and fun.
Midday well enjoy wonderful fare
fresh from the sea while overlooking the beautiful coastline. You might be a
little wistful knowing that our immersion in magical Campania is nearing its
conclusion, Its comforting to know that our chef is pulling out all the stops
for a farewell dinner this evening.
Meals: (B, L, D)
Saturday
Depart for home
Take advantage of our private
transportation to bring you back to Naples.
Meals: (B)
