Amalfi Coast Tour

Experience the best of the South of Italy, or known locally as the mezzogiorno. The confetti-coloured villas and dizzying heights of the Amalfi Coast are pure postcard material. On the 'road of a thousand bends', take the Amalfi Drive for breakneck turns hacked out of the mountainside, and marvel at the 1,000ft views of the glittering sea. If you long to stray from the well-trodden tourist trails then the wild, unspoilt beauty and genuine southern hospitality of the mezzogiorno is for you.

Highlights:

• The great city of Naples
• Italy's most famous and unique archaeological site - Pompeii
• The glamorous island of Capri
• Homes and villas of Positano
  

Day 1 - Fly London / Naples
Board your flights from the UK to Naples when on arrival you will be transferred to your hotel the Casa Angelina Lifestyle Hotel for your four night stay.

Day 2 - Naples, Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius
Today explore the great city of Naples with your expert local guide. Your tour will include a walking tour of Spaccanapoli in the ancient heart of the city. Wander through the narrow streets enjoying the colours, smells and noises which are typical of this city, but most of all the sheer, boundless energy of the Neapolitan spirit. Visit Piazza del Gesù, with the opulent baroque church of Gesù Nuovo and Piazza San Domenico. Board your private vehicle to continue your tour of Naples, your guide will take you to the most beautiful panoramic spots, such as the hill of Posillipo and then along the "lungomare" of Mergellina.

Head out of the city in the afternoon to one of Italy's most famous and unique archaeological sites - Pompeii.  This once opulent city was 'frozen' in time in AD 79 when lava from Mount Vesuvius enveloped Pompeii. The extensive and varied ruins of Pompeii now provide us with a rich history of life at the time of the Roman Empire.  There are theaters, thermal baths, shops and lavish dwellings, many of which have been incredibly well preserved. Return to your hotel on the coast for an evening at leisure.

Day 3 - Capri
Travel across the Thyrrenian Sea by hydrofoil to the glamorous island of Capri today.  Capri has constant sunshine and enjoys a well-deserved reputation as a Garden of Eden. The home of emperors, seat of monasteries, place of exile, former haunt of goats and fisherman, its fortunes changed during the 19th century when England and German expatriates discovered its charms.

You will be able to stop for lunch along the way at Marina Piccola, which is a delightful picturesque inlet that provides the Caprisi and other sun worshippers with their best beach - it is also safe for swimming. The entire cove is romantically lined with stabilimenti - elegant bathing lidos. We suggest lunch at Al Gallo D'Oro, which serves an excellent selection of local fare. Travelling west, we flank the beach of Marina Grande and of Bagni di Tiberio. The next stretch of coastline consists of the high calcareous cliff with fissures and grottoes covered by lush, indigenous vegetation. After passing Punta Gradola, we reach the Blue Grotto where you will have the chance to visit the famous blue water cave. Return to your hotel on the coast for an evening at leisure.

Day 4 - Positano
No visit to the region is complete without time to explore the village of Positano under your own steam. Marvel at the homes and villas that cling to the rocks, and the narrow cobbled alleyways leading down to the sea and elegant restaurants serving the freshest catch of the day. Return to your hotel on the coast for an evening at leisure.

Day 5 - Fly Naples/London
Transfer to Naples airport for your flight home.

Pricing
At A&K all of our journeys are individually tailored to suit your needs and timescale. As a guide, this 5 day suggested luxury journey in Italy will cost from £2,150 per person based on two adults sharing.