Sicily and the Amalfi Coast

Upon arrival in Palermo, Sicily's lively capital, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Today, depart Palermo via private transfer and proceed towards Segesta, an important Elymian and Greek city of prehistoric origin that extends in a strategic position overlooking a vast territory. The interesting archaeological site is composed by a well-preserved Doric temple, built in 430/420 B.C. and an ancient theatre that stands on the north slopes of Monte Barbaro. After the visit, you will continue to Erice for a walking tour of the delightful medieval city perched on a cliff 2,500 feet above sea level, overlooking the whole Western region, the Mediterranean Sea and the Egadi Islands. Enjoy a break for lunch before driving along the Salt Road that runs from Trapani to Marsala to see the scenic salt flats surrounded by windmills that make for an unforgettable panorama. Following this, enjoy a private transfer back to your hotel.

This morning, following breakfast at your hotel, meet your private driver in the lobby of the hotel in time for your transfer to Taormina.

This morning, depart from your hotel in Palermo and take a trip east to Piazza Armerina, a graceful countryside town, where you visit the incomparable Villa Romana del Casale. A luxurious example of an ancient Italian villa, this UNESCO World Heritage Site houses breathtaking mosaics originally laid in the fourth century. Later, return to Taormina and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Today, enjoy a private transfer to Mount Etna, for a day of exploration. Journey to the base of Europe’s largest active volcano, across roads lined with the remains of black lava from past eruptions and continue up to the Silvestri crater at 6,400 feet above sea level for an incredible view over the Gulf of Catania and surrounding lands. Continue through the countryside to a Sicilian winery that takes advantage of the lava-rich soil and high altitude to produce one of the best wines around. Enjoy a visit to the winery and learn about their winemaking techniques, then have a guided tasting accompanied by locally produced cheeses, salumi, and vegetables. Following this, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel.

This morning, enjoy a private transfer to Catania airport, where you will board your flight to Naples. Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel, and spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Today, enjoy a day at leisure at the Belmond Caruso Hotel. Savour a delicious breakfast, by the ocean. Perhaps enjoy a stroll around the nearby Villa Cimbrone Gardens and Villa Rufolo or spend the day relaxing at Caruso's beach club.

Today, enjoy a morning tour of Herculaneum, an ancient Roman settlement that was destroyed by the spectacular lava flows of nearby Vesuvius in 79 AD. Enjoy a private transfer to the Amalfi Coast and the cliffside village of Positano; explore Positano and take a boat to the whitewashed fishing town of Praiano for lunch at leisure. Upon your return to Ravello, you will be enrolled at the Academy of Pizza Making to learn the intricacies of this Neapolitan craft and enjoy the results.

Following breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the Amalfi Port. Upon arrival, you will board a private yacht, which will be at your disposal for next eight hours. Your first stop is the island of Capri, where you will have the chance to explore at your own leisure. After a beautiful day at sea, you will return to the port of Amalfi and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel.

This morning, enjoy a private transfer along the famous windy road to Amalfi. You will explore the iconic St. Andrew Cathedral and many local stores with traditional products from Amalfi during your visit. Following this, proceed to Furore, a tiny village nearby for a wine tasting and lunch at the winery Cantine Marisa Cuomo. Since 1983, the Cantine “Marisa Cuomo” has been an example of heroic viticulture, with its pergolas magically suspended between the sea and sky. After lunch, enjoy a private transfer back to your hotel.

After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Naples Airport ahead of your departure.