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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.
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Capri & Anacapri - € 69,00 |
Positano, Amalfi & Ravello - € 32,50 |
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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. |
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Pompeii / Vesuvio - € 44,00 |
Salerno paestum - € 40,00 |
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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. |
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Caserta & Cassino - € 44,00 |
Isle of Ischia - € 65,00 |
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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 |
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Blue MiniCruise - € 30,00 |
Green MiniCruise - € 30,00 |
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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. |

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