REGULAR TOURS: Grand Tour of Southern Italy alk. 3.507 €

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ROME - POMPEII - AMALFI - POSITANO - CAPRI - ANDRIA- BARI - POLIGNANO A MARE - MONOPOLI - ALBEROBELLO - LOCOROTONDO - LECCE - OSTUNI - MATERA - NAPLES - PIZZO CALABRO - TROPEA - AEOLIAN ISLANDS - SCILLA - REGGIO CALABRIA - LAMEZIA TERME

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15Yöt

21Kohteet

5Suunnitellut majoitukset

23Aktiviteetit

Vierailu

DAY 1 - FRIDAY:

Arrival at Rome airport and transfer to the hotel. Free time. At 6:00 pm meet the tour leader at the reception.

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DAY 2 - SATURDAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and guided tour with tickets included to the most suggestive and imposing monument of antiquity, the Colosseum, one of the seven wonders of the world. Next, we will visit the archaeological area of the Roman Forum, symbol of the Italian capital that shows us and teaches us the mastery of the building constructions during the Roman Empire.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION Tivoli and its magnificent villas: Hadrian's Villa and Villa D'Este

In the afternoon, there is the possibility of a half-day visit to the city of Tivoli. Walking through the ruins of Hadrian's Villa, from the Roman era, with its temples, theatres and statues, and inside the romantic Villa d'Este, from the Renaissance, with its waterfalls, pools and fountains in the garden, will be an unforgettable experience. At the end of the tour, we return to Rome.

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DAY 3 - SUNDAY:

Breakfast and departure to Campania. Transfer to Pompeii and guided tour of the archaeological remains buried under lava during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79, along with Herculaneum, Stabia and Oplonti. After the visit, lunch where we will have the opportunity to taste the famous Neapolitan pizza. In the afternoon, transfer to the hotel.

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DAY 4 - MONDAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and boat excursion to Positano and Amalfi from Naples. Arrival and visit of Amalfi, the splendid town that gives its name to the entire coast and famous for having been one of the ancient maritime republics, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the famous Cathedral of St. Andrew and the Paper Museum during your free time. Continue to Positano, the pearl of the Amalfi Coast, with its unique atmosphere, between picturesque alleys, small shops and colorful ceramics. Capture the magic of the place with a postcard photo from the sea before concluding your day of exploration. In the late afternoon, return to the hotel in Naples.

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DAY 5 - TUESDAY:

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the port to set sail for Capri, the most famous island in the Campanian archipelago. Located opposite the Sorrento Peninsula in the Gulf of Naples, Capri is undoubtedly the most famous island of all, often used as a film set or in advertising campaigns. It has enchanted and seduced emperors, artists and celebrities for centuries and continues to do so by attracting thousands of tourists every year. Sunshine almost all year round, visiting the island of Capri offers access to places that will take your breath away: secret coves, lively alleys, cliffs and mountains with spectacular views. During the visit, stop for lunch in one of the island's typical restaurants. In the afternoon, return to the hotel in Naples and overnight.

Optional boat ride and visit to the Blue Grotto.

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DAY 6 - WEDNESDAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Puglia. Before reaching Bari, stop to visit the Castle of Monte Andria, a place of secrets and magic, an ancient 13th century building built by Frederick II, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, as well as one of the greatest symbolic sites of Puglia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then transfer and accommodation at the hotel.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION Bari Vecchia, the heart of the city of Bari

Bari Vecchia is a place where time seems to stand still in its simplicity and authenticity. Walking through the narrow streets of this district, you can breathe the air of history, tradition and customs passed down from generation to generation. The style of the buildings in the old town reflects the interweaving of the different eras that have characterized the architecture and daily life of this place.

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DAY 7 - THURSDAY:

After breakfast, departure for Polignano a Mare, a wonderful medieval village situated on a high and rugged coast. A walk to discover the narrow streets of the village, between houses. White terraces and verandas overlooking the sea offer a unique and unforgettable panorama. We will continue towards Monopoli, known as the city of a hundred districts. Rehearse the charming old town, with its wonderful baroque cathedral and its seafront promenade. Return to the hotel.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION: Polignano Caves by boat

Boat trip lasting approximately 2 hours with embarkation and disembarkation at the small Port of San Vito in Polignano a Mare. The tour includes a visit to the main caves and most evocative views that characterize the Polignano coast. It also includes a stop for swimming in one of the places admired during the tour.

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DAY 8 - FRIDAY:

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Alberobello with its monumental trulli village dating back to the mid-16th century and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its unique architecture and historical importance. In the afternoon we continue to Locorotondo, which attracts its visitors with the white colour that seems to envelop everything, with the colour of the flowers and plants that protrude from the balconies of the houses. Locorotondo, despite being so small, attracts attention with the harmony of each of its parts, with the intimacy and grace it expresses: a city of light, all white, which dominates the valley from which it rises. Finally, transfer to the hotel in Lecce.

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DAY 9 - SATURDAY:

After breakfast at the hotel, we will spend the day discovering Lecce, the Baroque capital of southern Italy. A cultural and historical centre that hides ancient buildings of singular beauty, built over the centuries with the so-called “Lecce stone”. Squares, palaces, amphitheatres, sculptures carved in stone and inserted with great harmony in the urban context that, in the words of Thomas Ashe who visited it in the 18th century, is “the most beautiful city in Italy”. A visit to the Basilica of Santa Croce, with the adjacent Palace of the Celestines, the former Convent of the Celestine Fathers, where art in a magnificent triumph reaches the highest level of aesthetic expression, and the Duomo of Lecce located in the heart of its historic centre, within the square of the same name, is a must. During the excursion, lunch with typical dishes of the local cuisine. Free time and the opportunity for lovers of culture and art, who love to walk, to discover other beauties and typical places of Lecce.

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DAY 10 - SUNDAY:

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Ostuni, also known as the White City for its characteristic historic center. A walk through the old town offers picturesque views of alleys, steep stairs, courtyards and small squares dominated by white houses, artisan workshops, typical restaurants and small shops. After the visit, transfer to your hotel in Bari.

Optional excursion: Bari Food Tour

Expect a full meal, or even more! The Bari Food Tour allows you to experience the city like a true local. A local cuisine expert will take you to taste the best typical dishes in establishments known only to locals. Get ready for an engaging gastronomic experience in a relaxing atmosphere!

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DAY 11 - MONDAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the oldest cities in the world, where history, culture and nature meet and merge to create a place rich in impressive scenery and corners. Visit to the Sassi, an ancient settlement built into the rock. A tangle of caves used as homes, winding alleys, rock churches, terraces, gardens and underground passages make the Sassi a spectacular example of an architectural complex perfectly adapted to its natural environment. Continue to Naples and overnight at the hotel.

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DAY 12 - TUESDAY:

Breakfast and transfer to the station to take the train to Calabria. Transfer to the hotel in the Tropea area.

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DAY 13 - WEDNESDAY:

After breakfast, visit Pizzo Calabro, a quiet town perched on a hill overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Imposing cliffs create an idyllic atmosphere, while the Aragonese castle and medieval churches tell the story of local culture and history. Walk through the centre and taste the famous “Tartufo di Pizzo” ice cream. Then transfer to Tropea “the City of the Turquoise Sea”, with its white beaches interrupted by cliffs, the ancient noble palaces with their majestic portals overlooking the sea. Visit its lively and colourful historic centre rich in local art and crafts. Return to the hotel.

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DAY 14 - THURSDAY:

Breakfast and departure from the hotel to Scilla with its famous Ruffo Castle, a fortification with mysterious origins that dominates the small town and guarantees a spectacular view, the churches and many prestigious works that characterize its historic center and Chianalea, the oldest and most suggestive part of Scilla. A magical place of restaurants on stilts, small boats that can be glimpsed from every alley and fishermen's houses bathed by crystal-clear waters. Lunch at leisure and transfer to Reggio Calabria to admire the famous Riace Bronzes and the other treasures kept in the National Archaeological Museum, one of the most representative museums of Magna Graecia in Calabria, the Falcomatà seafront, one of the most beautiful in Italy, with Villa Genoese Zerbi and the gigantic statues of Rabarama. Then, the Duomo, the Castle and the shopping streets. After the visit, return to the hotel.

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DAY 15 - FRIDAY:

Breakfast at the hotel. Then, discovery of the Aeolian Islands: Vulcano, Lipari and Stromboli. Wild beauty, pure and unspoiled nature make this archipelago not only one of the most beautiful in the Mediterranean, but also a real tourist destination. Return to the hotel.

* Landing fees € 5.- not included

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DAY 16 - SATURDAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport/station. End of services.

Optional return by high-speed train to Rome. End of services.

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Airport/Station/Port/Hotel in Rome

matkareitti

Päivä 1: Rooma

Päivä 2: Rooma

Päivä 3: Rooma, Pompeiji, Napoli

Päivä 4: Napoli, Amalfi, Positano, Napoli

Päivä 5: Napoli, Capri Island, Napoli

Päivä 6: Napoli, Andria, Bari

Päivä 7: Bari, Polignano a Mare, Apulia, Monopoli, Bari

Päivä 8: Bari, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Lecce

Päivä 9: Lecce

Päivä 10: Lecce, Ostuni, Apulia, Bari

Päivä 11: Bari, Matera, Napoli

Päivä 12: Napoli, Tropea

Päivä 13: Tropea, Pizzo Calabro, Tropea

Päivä 14: Tropea, Scilla, Reggio Calabria, Tropea

Päivä 15: Tropea, Aeolian Islands, Tropea

Päivä 16: Tropea, Lamezia terme

Sisälly hintaan

• 15 nights accommodation in a double room in the hotels mentioned with breakfast

• Transport by Gran Turismo bus or tourist minibus with WIFI included

• Private arrival and departure transfer

• Assistance of a Spanish-speaking accompanying guide throughout the tour

• Guided tours with a local licensed guide in Spanish: Rome - Pompeii - Amalfi - Positano - Capri - Andria - Alberobello - Lecce - Matera - Pizzo Calabro - Tropea - Scilla - Reggio Calabria

• Audio guides available throughout the trip

• Tickets: Colosseum - Archaeological excavations of Pompeii - Castel del Monte in Andria - Cathedral and crypts of Lecce - Basilica Santa Croce in Lecce - Casa Rupestre in Matera - Murat Castle of Pizzo - Church of Piedigrotta - National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria

• Lunch in Pompeii with pizza and drinks included

• Ferry Naples / Amalfi / Positano / Naples

• Ferry Naples / Capri / Naples

• Bus to Capri Island

• Lunch in Capri with drinks included

• Lunch in Lecce with drinks included

• Train Naples / Lamezia Terme

• Tasting of the famous “Tartufo di Pizzo” ice cream

• Boat transfer to the Aeolian Islands