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Naples, Sorrento & Rome

with Rome extension

Duration: 10 or 12 days
Group size: 15-38
Reviews: 123

This isn’t just a trip, it’s a leap into the Italian way of life.

Get caught up in the energetic pace of Naples and uncover the incredible history of Pompeii, the legendary town frozen in time. Then, slow down while making your way along the Amalfi Coast. Kick back in charming Sorrento and board a ferry bound for Capri, the idyllic island in the Mediterranean, before ending your tour in legendary Rome. Whether it’s for Neapolitan pizza, stunning seascapes, or ancient ruins, come hungry for all that this region has to offer.

Your tour package includes

8 nights in handpicked hotels
8 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
Guided sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides

Included highlights

National Archaeological Museum
Caserta Palace
Monte Cassino
Pompeii ruins
Capri cruise

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Day-by-day itinerary

Overnight Flight1 night

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Naples today.

Naples2 nights

Day 2: Arrival in Naples

Included meal: Dinner

Welcome to Italy! Meet your fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Naples

Included meal: Breakfast

This morning’s guided sightseeing tour introduces you to the highlights of Naples, a beautiful bayside city.

• Enjoy a panoramic tour with a scenic drive along the Naples waterfront

• Pass Castel dell’Ovo, the seaside castle on a peninsula in the Bay of Naples

• Visit the National Archaeological Museum and see relics of Roman history

Enjoy a free afternoon in Naples or add an excursion.

The Lost City of Herculaneum

Excursion (additional cost)

Sorrento Peninsula4 nights

Day 4: Sorrento Peninsula via Caserta

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

En route to the Sorrento peninsula, stop in the provincial capital of Caserta for a guided tour.

• Visit the 18th-century Caserta Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site

• Explore the palace gardens, which were inspired by the grounds of Versailles

Continue on to the Sorrento peninsula and sit down for an included dinner.

Day 5: Sightseeing tour of Pompeii

Included meal: Breakfast

Visit Pompeii and take a guided walking tour of the city’s ruins.

• Discover how Roman citizens lived 2,000 years ago, before Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D.

• View the excavated Roman ruins of theaters, villas, temples, and baths

Enjoy a free evening on the Sorrento peninsula or add an excursion.

Rustic Italy: Farmhouse Dinner & Wine Tasting

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Capri

Included meal: Breakfast

Join a local guide and sail across the Bay of Naples to the famed Isle of Capri before returning to the Sorrento Coast.

• Boat around the island to view Capri’s caves and grottoes (weather permitting)

• Stroll through the village of Capri

• Take a funicular ride to Capri’s upper town

• Explore the Gardens of Augustus

Day 7: The Amalfi Coast

Included meal: Breakfast

Enjoy a full-day excursion to the scenic Amalfi Coast, which offers magnificent views of the sea.

• Drive along the coast

• Stop at Amalfi Cathedral and the Madonnina viewpoint overlooking the town of Positano for a stunning view of the sea

• Enjoy free time for lunch and shopping in Amalfi

• Continue along the coast as you return to the Sorrento peninsula

Enjoy a free evening or add an excursion.

Mozzarella Farm Tour

Excursion (additional cost)

Rome2 nights

Day 8: Rome via Monte Cassino

Included meal: Breakfast

On your way to the Italian capital, stop for a visit in Monte Cassino to explore the abbey on your own.

Enjoy a free evening in Rome or add an excursion.

Rome Home-Hosted Dinner

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 9: Sightseeing tour of Rome

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Romans on a guided tour of the Eternal City.

• Soak up over 2,000 years of history in Imperial Rome, viewing the Arch of Constantine and the Arch of Titus

• Enter the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater of the Roman Empire

• Stop at the ruins of the Forum, once the setting of parades, elections, and trials

• Pass by Palatine Hill to see Circus Maximus, the stadium where ancient Romans raced chariots, and the Baths of Caracalla

This evening, enjoy an elegant, four-course farewell dinner. While you dine, you’ll be treated to some of opera's best-loved arias sung by professional tenors.

Please note: The opera performance is seasonal and runs from March through November. Dinner will take place at a local restaurant from December through February.

Flight Home

Day 10: Departure

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay to further explore the city of Rome.

Extension to Rome

Only in Rome can you sip cappuccino at a cafe in front of the Pantheon, buy grapes at a centuries-old market, and have an audience with the pope—all in one morning. For a mix of spectacular art, grand history, and exuberant street life, no other city comes close.

Rome2 nights

Day 10: Free day in Rome

Included meal: Breakfast

Enjoy a free day in Rome or add excursions.

Ancient Rome: St. Paul’s Basilica & the Catacombs

Excursion (additional cost)

Rome Cooking Class & Dinner

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 11: Free day in Rome

Included meal: Breakfast

Enjoy another free day in Rome or add an excursion.

This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.

Iconic Sights: Vatican City

Excursion (additional cost)

Flight Home

Day 12: Departure

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Reviews

123

4.8 average

no atendet

05/20/2019 by 16th time traveler Noemi G.

Very good tours director make every easy for os tkanks

05/03/2019 by 2nd time traveler Barbara J.

This was my very first experience traveling abroad solo and it was everything i imagined and more. My group was relatively small which was nice because i got to know everyone rather quickly and had such fun traveling with all of them. Maria our tour director was fantastic she made everything so in...

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Naples, Sorrento & Rome

05/03/2019 by 4th time traveler Anonymous

This trip (Oct. 2017) so far is my favorite out of the three GoAHead trips I have taken. Our tour guide Gabriella was spectacular. She went over and beyond to make sure that this trip to Italy will remain in our hearts forever.

A good choice for Italy, but not all was smooth traveling!

11/08/2018 by 3rd time traveler Pat C.

Since I have been to Italy many times, but my daughter had not, I thought this itinerary would be an excellent addition to what she had already seen. Unfortunately, due to some conditions beyond the control of the company (work on the highway cutting down on time in the destinations, miscommunicati...

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The Aroma of Roma

11/06/2018 by 3rd time traveler Keith P.

Aroma does not have to be wrapped so much a smell as it can also be around an overall wonderful experience. This trip was amazing as each day brought now only sunshine, but a new experience of culture, history and mystery combined to give this traveler an experience of a lifetime. Our tour guide w...

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Hotels, flights, & FAQ

Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.

Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

Hilton Garden Inn Rome Claridge

This elegant hotel is located in the heart of the Parioli neighborhood in Rome. Guests enjoy a fitness center, sauna, and Turkish bath. Nearby, you’ll...

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Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto

This cozy hotel is located in the city center. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool, bar, and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you’ll find Piazza Tasso, Marameo Beach, and...

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Flights

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FAQ

Passport & visa requirements

In order to enter Italy, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
There is no visa required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.

Tour pace

You will walk for about 1.5 hours daily across uneven terrain, including cobblestone streets and sandy paths, with some hills and stairs.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of ferries.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.

Transportation & arrival information

Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Naples and depart from Rome. A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
A mini-cruise in Capri is included in the price of your tour.
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.

Baggage allowance

Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.

Clothing & packing tips

We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).

Health

There are no major health risks associated with traveling to Italy.
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.

Cuisine

The cuisine of Southern Italy is often what diners think of when imagining Italian flavors—pasta with tomato sauces, olives and olive oil, zucchini, veal, and fish are all featured prominently on menus throughout the region.
Roman food is typically freshly prepared and varies depending on the season. Must-try bites include cacio e pepe (a simple dish of pasta, cheese and pepper) and supplí (a fried rice ball similar to Sicily's arancini).
For more authentic meals, try local trattorias,small restaurants set away from the main piazzas. A typical Italian meal includes wines and the occasional beer, followed by a few sips of after-dinner drinks like_grappa_ or limoncello.

Electricity & air conditioning

Italy operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C, F, or L plugs with two or three small, round pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotel may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches.
Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Time zones

Italy is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and six hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET).
When it’s noon in New York, it’s 6pm on tour.

Currency

You will use the euro on this tour.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.

Tipping

At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $7USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
Tips can only be paid in cash.

Purchasing excursions on tour

Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for optional excursions.
Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
Some optional excursions may only be purchased in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information. International travel is, by its very nature, unpredictable. We must therefore reserve the right to change this itinerary, without advance notice, to meet with local conditions at the time of travel. We appreciate you understanding. Please refer to our website for Terms & Conditions, dates, and prices.