Scenic Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast

Experience the charm and culture of Southern Italy’s amazing Amalfi Coast, a trip with the perfect blend of breathtaking beauty, culture, history and coastal relaxation.

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Experience the charm and culture of Southern Italy’s amazing Amalfi Coast on this holiday adventure. Discover a perfect blend of breathtaking beauty, culture, history and coastal relaxation, complete with excursions to stunning Sorrento, Naples, and Rome, before stepping back in time at the Roman ruins of Pompeii.

INCLUDES

Return Select coach travel

Return ferry crossings

Escorted by a Skills Holiday Crew

2 nights bed & breakfast, 3 nights half board enroute

6 nights half board

Excursions to Sorrento, Naples, Rome & Sirimione

Guided walking tours of Sorrento & Rome

Tour of the Amalfi Coast with boat trip

Admission to Pompeii with guide tour

Free time in Castellammare di Stabia

Optional excursion to the Island of Capri

Day 1

We depart early and travel south to our ferry crossing, arriving in France before continuing to our overnight hotel.

Day 2

We cross into Italy and continue to our overnight hotel in Tuscany, where dinner is included.

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Day 3

After a relaxed start, we travel to Castellammare di Stabia in the Bay of Naples, where we stay for six nights.

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Day 4

Our full-day excursion takes us to charming Sorrento, starting with a two-hour guided walking tour. As you walk through its lemon tree-lined streets, explore Sorrento's old-world traditions, elegant Baroque architecture, and fascinating history, blended with delightful small-town coastal life. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore; we recommend visiting its Marina Grande or trying some tempting local specialities such as pizza, seafood, gelato and limoncello.

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Day 5

We explore the Amalfi Coast by road and sea. A scenic drive reveals dramatic cliffs, deep gorges, vineyards and olive groves, with wonderful views including Positano's colourful hillside houses. In Amalfi, admire the medieval cathedral before boarding a boat cruise to Maiori, perfect for snapping photos of the spectacular coastline.

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Day 6

Enjoy a free day in Castellammare di Stabia, or join our optional excursion to magical Capri. You will travel by boat across the Bay of Naples to one of Italy's most glamorous islands. A guided minibus tour takes us to Anacapri, where there is time to stroll through cobbled streets, small squares and artisan shops. You can also explore Capri town, visit the Augustus Gardens, relax in a stylish 'Piazza' café or browse some fabulous shops and chic designer boutiques.

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Day 7

Visit the remarkable ruins of Pompeii, preserved for nearly 2,000 years beneath volcanic ash. Enjoy an expertly guided tour exploring the city's fascinating maze of streets, which are forever frozen in time by a volcanic eruption from nearby Mount Vesuvius. Afterwards, we continue past the still-active volcano to vibrant Naples, Southern Italy's cultural hub. Discover its UNESCO-listed historic centre, rich heritage, hidden catacombs and caves, and be sure to sample authentic Neapolitan pizza, famously invented here.

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Day 8

Spend today at leisure in Castellammare di Stabia, enjoying the seafront promenade, mountain views and cafés, or ride the cable car to Monte Faito for spectacular views. This evening, we celebrate with a farewell dinner, sparkling wine and live music at the hotel.

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Day 9

We leave the Amalfi Coast and travel north to Rome. On a guided walking tour, discover famous sights including the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon before continuing to our overnight hotel in Tuscany.

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Day 10

After breakfast, we travel to beautifully-preserved Sirimone on the shore of Lake Garda before continuing to our overnight hotel.

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Day 11

Our journey continues to our final overnight hotel in France.

Day 12

We return home by ferry and road today.

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Hotel Villa Serena 4*, Castellammare di Stabia, Italy

Welcome to Hotel Villa Serena; found in the heart of Castellammare Di Stabia, you’re in close proximity to the best the town has to offer, including stunning restaurants, landmarks and attractions. The hotel is home to an outdoor pool and patio area, stunning views of the surrounding area (including Mount Vesuvius) and helpful staff, ready to make your stay a memorable one. You’ll also find air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and a TV.

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant
Bar
Lift
WiFi
Outdoor Pool
Patio
Garden

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Alfreton	Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston	Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield	Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor	Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston	Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Leicester Fosse Park	Leicester Fosse Park, Bus Stop, Fosse Park Avenue Next to ASDA (opposite petrol station), LE3 2LL
Long Eaton	The Green, Outside Poundland Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Lutterworth	George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG
Mansfield	Fire Station Bus Stop, Rosemary Street Mansfield, NG19 6AA
Medway Services	Moto Medway, M2 (between J4 & J5) ME8 8PQ
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley	Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG
South Mimms Services	Welcome Break South Mimms, M25 (J23) EN6 3QQ
Thurrock Services	Moto Thurrock, M25 (between J30 & J31) RM16 3BG
Toton	Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA