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EXCURSIONS    FROM   SORRENTO   PENINSULAR 2008

A selection of excursions departing from the Sorrento peninsular, reaching all sites of interest of the Bay of Naples and Amalfi Coast. All the excursions are operated with experienced guides and luxury coaches, and are inclusive of transfers between your Hotel, Villas or any other accommodation in the Sorrento Peninsular and the excursion departure point.

Capri & Anacapri - € 69,00 Positano, Amalfi & Ravello - € 32,50

Depart from Sorrento by hydrofoil. On arrival at picturesque Marina Grande, the main port, a mini coach will take you along the winding road up to the mountain village of Anacapri to visit Villa S.Michele (€4) from where you can enjoy magnificent views over the island and the Gulf of Naples. Anacapri is also a wonderful place to shop, with a wide range of boutiques, stores, art galleries and profumeries. From Anacapri we return to Capri town, for a visit to the gardens of Augustus in the southern part of the island to enjoy the views of the famous "Faraglioni" rocks and the Charterhouse of San Lorenzo. After some free time we return to Marina Grande by funicular railway for the return hydrofoil trip to Sorrento

We depart from Sorrento along one of the most romantic and scenic roads in Italy, the Amalfi Drive, to Positano where a short stop will be made for photos; then on to Amalfi where we see the beautiful Cathedral, and have time for shopping, exploring, and lunch. Afterwards ride up the scenic winding road of the Dragon Valley  to the mountaintop village of Ravello and the panoramic Villa Rufolo, setting of Wagner's Magic Garden of Klingsor. After visiting the Villa Rufolo, free time available, before returning to Sorrento over the Chiunzi Pass.

Pompeii / Vesuvio - € 44,00 Salerno paestum - € 40,00

From Sorrento along the coast road throught the Spa centre of Castellamare to Pompei, important Roman commercial centre buried by ashes from Mt. Vesuvius in 79 a.d. Visit of the excavation with local guide. We then go along the motorway to begin the climb up to Mt. Vesuvius, ascent to the crater on foot. Return to Sorrento.

Along the corniche from Sorrento to Castellamare and then by motorway to Paestum. Visit of the best preserved Greek temples out side Greece, and Museum, with expert guide. Lunch. After lunch to Salerno for a brief stop to see the promenade and the Cathedral before returning to Sorrento.

Caserta & Cassino - € 44,00 Isle of Ischia - € 65,00

From Sorrento we go along the highway in the direction of Rome as far as the Provincial Capital of Caserta. Here a visit is made of the Palace of the Bourbon Kings, wih its' apartments, gardens and waterfalls. Then on to Montecassino where after a stop for lunch, we will visit the Benedictine Abbey, completely rebuilt after the destruction of  World War 2. Return to Sorrento in time for dinner in hotels.

Ischia is known as the Green Isle because of its lush green vegetation. It is also the only place in the area with real sandy beaches. It is a volcanic island dominated by Mount Epomeo.
Our tour takes you over to Ischia by hydrofoil – a journey of just over 45 minutes across the Bay of Naples. On arrival you will be given a guided tour by coach around the whole island and stops will be made at all the places of particular interest. The afternoon is your own for shopping or relaxing on the beach, before cruising back to Sorrento

Blue MiniCruise - € 30,00 Green MiniCruise - € 30,00

A full day at sea departing from Sorrento sailing to Capri with stop for a swim at the White Cave, admiring the wonderful scenery of Faraglioni rocks. Sail towards Nerano (Nero's villa), and swim in it's crystal waters and then depart for Positano. During the journey possibility of lunch on board, admiring the Galli island known as the Mermaid rocks. Arrival at Positano, optional landing with tenders (2 and 1/2 hours on shore), or choose to sail on to Amalfi, stop and free time to visit the ancient Marine Republic (1 and 1/2 hours on shore). Back to Positano (Boarding) and back to Sorrento along the enchanting coastline.

From Sorrento sail to Procida, stop and free time (1 hour) for visit. Re-board and stop for swim in Chiaiolella Bay, then proceed to Ischia Castle - landing and free time (1 and 1/2 hours). - Optional minibus tour of the green island ending in S.Angelo - East/south tour around Ischia to S.Angelo for loading with tenders (optional 55 min.) or swimming. Then return to Sorrento.