Travel deep into the soul of Italy during your custom-tailored tour that features the best of Rome to the Amalfi Coast. Sun-bleached coastline and pastel-colored homes decorate the Tyrrhenian Sea coastline while majestic fountains adorn the public plazas of the Eternal City. Private tours take you into the inspiring Sistine Chapel and the gripping history of ancient Greek temples. Traverse natural grandeur and elegant culture on the island of Capri, delight in immersive streets at Pompeii, and...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Rome – Arrive in Rome with a Baroque Introductory Tour
The marvels of Rome will emanate from the iconic monuments like the Trevi Fountain where the symmetrical design that features Oceanus at its center will draw your eye. The Eternal City captures the imagination of visitors with a mixture of ancient ruins, inspiring artwork, bustling streets with vibrant contemporary culture, and charismatic, medieval lanes that hide delicious restaurants.
Your private transfer will meet you upon your arrival at Fiumicino Airport and escort you to your gorgeous hotel at the heart of the 3,000 year-old city. You will enjoy a chance to settle into the comforts of your accommodations before meeting your guide in the lobby for a fascinating introductory tour of the marvelous, Baroque décor. Your guide will lead you to the artistic treasures of Rome, turning the historic city center into an open-air museum that features the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, and the Pantheon.
The Pantheon was built in the second century AD after nearly two millennia and still retains the largest, unreinforced concrete dome in the world. Stepping through the porch will take you between the 16 massive granite columns. The interior marble flooring has a slight gradient beneath the opening in the dome that leads to a drain for filtering out water when it rains. The dramatic, ancient beauty culminates beneath the semicircular dome that stands 142 feet tall and acts as the inspiration for architectural designs by Michelangelo and Bernini.
What's Included:
Day 2
Rome – Visit Ancient Rome
Day 3
Rome – Explore the Remarkable Highlights of Vatican City
Day 4
Sorrento – Traverse Regal Caserta and Enjoy a Pizza Making Lesson
Day 5
Sorrento – Delight in the Stunning History of Naples and a Gelato Class
Day 6
Sorrento – Wander Fascinating Streets at Pompeii and Herculaneum
Day 7
Positano – Discover the Famous Grandeur of the Amalfi Coast
Day 8
Positano – Experience the Celebrated Beauty and History of Capri
Day 9
Positano – Witness Greek Ruins and Tasty Mozzarella at Paestum
Day 10
Positano – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Experience the history along the Bay of Naples with an immersive guided tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum’s excavated streets, artwork, and villas
- Delight in the radiant charms of the Amalfi Coast when visiting the scenic town of Ravello, which is known for its grand villas and captivating panoramas
- Discover the opulence of Caserta Palace on a guided tour of the lavish royal apartments and expansive gardens that are decorated with working fountains
- View the breathtaking work of Michelangelo that decorates the walls and ceiling of the Sistine Chapel during a guided tour of Vatican City
- Indulge in the fabulous flavor of a homemade Neapolitan pizza during a private cooking lesson that is taught by a celebrated, local chef
- Witness the impressive ruins at the heart of daily Roman life when exploring the Roman Forum, finding atmospheric shops, streets, and temples
- Wander through the dramatic history and captivating architectural design of the preserved Pantheon in the historic center of Rome
- Sample the refreshing flavor of homemade gelato with a private lesson in crafting this famous Italian specialty
- Stroll the tranquil, cobbled lanes of Anacapri for insight into Capri island’s natural beauty and the grand decorations of San Michele Arcangelo Church
- Step into the depths of history on the Italian peninsula with a guided tour of the ancient Greek temples at Peastum
Detailed Description
Your 10-day, best of Rome to the Amalfi Coast tour features the highlights of the ancient world, contemporary culture, intricate Renaissance aesthetics, and Baroque opulence of the Italian peninsula. From the lavish and royal apartments at Caserta Palace to joyful flavors of a gelato class, the tranquil panoramas of Ravello to the views to Mount Vesuvius’s active volcanic crater, your customizable tour embraces history, culture, and cuisine between Italy’s capital city and around the Bay of Naples for an elaborate discovery of Italy’s famous scenery, gorgeous treasures, and wonderful flavors.
Your exploration through the best of Rome to the Amalfi Coast begins with your arrival at Fiumicino Airport in Italy’s capital city where you will meet your private transfer. Three nights in Rome introduce you to the highlights of the Eternal City that are reflected in the layers of history that fill with bustling contemporary life. Private tours take you around the lavish adornments of public piazzas that display the likes of the Trevi Fountain and water features that were designed by Bernini. The ancient culture of the Roman Empire comes to life inside of the Colosseum and along the remains of the Roman Forum. The mixture of elegance and opulence of St. Peter’s Basilica will introduce you to the dramatic history of the Catholic Church, leading into the prestigious galleries that host Egyptian artifacts as well as masterful artwork by artists like Raphael and Michelangelo.
You will transfer to Sorrento for three nights and settle onto the shores of the Bay of Naples for stunning views of the sea, orchards, and Mount Vesuvius. The private, guided discoveries in the Campania region will introduce you to the sophisticated lavishness of Caserta Palace and its elaborate gardens. Wandering the streets of Pompeii and Herculaneum offer two distinctive accounts of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and how each port city was preserved. Traversing the city of Naples will immerse you in the captivating chaos of the streets that surround the palaces, national archeological museum, and historic churches.
The final three nights of your journey will take you to Positano, which is one of the towns that is located on the treasured Amalfi Coast. A private driver will take you to the towns that are scattered along the famous coastline where you will visit the likes of Amalfi, Ravello, and Vietri sul Mare. A full day on the island of Capri gives you time to wander the hidden stairs that connect the island’s two towns. You also have the option of taking a boat ride around the bordering cliffs to reach the Blue Grotto. Discovering the ancient Greek life of Campania will take you to the Paestum to view the preserved, Doric temples and marvelous, uncovered frescoes in addition to learning the traditional art of crafting the region’s celebrated, handmade buffalo mozzarella. Make sure your perfect Italian vacation is an unforgettable one by seeing additional Italy travel ideas.
Starting Price
$4,500 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.9 stars based on 5952 reviews.
Zicasso’s travel company was wonderful in planning our trip on short notice and in line with our requests and preferences. Their suggestions of what to do and where to stay were perfect. And when we accidentally got off on the wrong island, the travel company quickly got us new ferry tickets to get to the right place. It was all seamless.
Reviewed By Sherry G.
This trip was the greatest week of our lives! Everything planned was better than I could have imagined. The private drivers being coordinated behind the scenes made the trip so easy and removed all the stress of trying to navigate a new country. Every driver and our tour guide was so nice and I feel like we made friends with all of them.
My favorite part of the trip was definitely the cooking classes and that every tour was private and intimate for my wife and I. The connections Zicasso’s travel agent hooked us up with made the trip the most memorable experience. Our travel agent and the travel company took special care of all the tiny details of the trip; our hotel knew it was my birthday and had a special surprise for me! I’m beyond thankful for the perfect honeymoon they provided my wife and I.
Reviewed By Branson S.
The accommodations and private tours were worth the extra money. Our drivers were professional and helpful.
Reviewed By Claudia R.
The overall trip was great. The weather was terrific and the countries we visited had so much to see. Zicasso's tour company did a good job of balancing relaxation with fun. Each of the guides we had was so pleasant and shared so much information with us. They were very attentive to our needs.
Reviewed By Nisha V.
Wow, where to begin. This trip was an absolute dream.
When I first spoke to Zicasso’s travel consultant, I told her my main travel concern: traveling with nine- and 15-year-old boys as a single mom in Italy. I was excited to take the trip with them, but I really needed something that was meticulously planned to take away the nerves of having to navigate alone with two kids. She listened and executed the most beautiful trip.
She planned activities that captured the attention and imagination of a fourth grader and a teenager. And the experiences were unique. Probably the highlight of the trip was a truffle hunt with the hunter and his dog in the countryside outside of Florence. My oldest wants to move to Florence and start hunting! We had a personalized cooking class, a private Vespa tour of Rome, and a delicious and informative art and food tour, among other amazing experiences. As we were sending photos back home, I got so many requests for our itinerary because it was so special and unique. Both boys were hard-pressed to choose which part they liked best.
The hotels she selected were beautiful, comfortable, and right in the heart of the cities and attractions we wanted to see. When we encountered a small hiccup (by our hotel, not our travel agent), I contacted her and she responded right away, getting us a free room upgrade and free dinner! We felt very taken care of.
Aside from the amazing activities and locations we saw, the trip was fantastic because everything was so seamless. We always had a private driver arranged, pre-booked train tickets, and even someone to make sure we made it on time for our flight home. I never had to worry about a thing. It was also telling that every tour guide we interacted with had only glowing things to say about our travel agent and her keen attention to detail and organization.
If you're planning on visiting Italy, this travel company is the travel agency you need to select. It takes any of the stress and guesswork out of the travel process, and all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Thank you so much! You helped us make some amazing memories!
Stephanie
Reviewed By Stephanie S.
This was possibly the best vacation we have ever taken. A fitting trip to mark our 25th anniversary, we will remember our days in Positano and Sorrento forever. Everything was perfect and the service and support were extraordinary.
Zicasso's travel specialist and the other people were always super-helpful and friendly. The hotels they chose for us in particular were exactly what we wanted. I can’t think of a single issue. Transport, transfers, etc., were perfect. The only bad part was that we had to return to normal life afterwards! We highly recommend our travel company to anyone! Grazie mille!
Reviewed By Mauro A.