June 10-23, 2027
Amalfi Coast to Puglia
Stray off the beaten path and explore a new side to the Italy you know and love!
Stray off the beaten path and explore a new side to the Italy you know and love!
This moderately paced tour will have you experience the Italian landscape like never before! You will discover traditional Neapolitan songs during a private performance; spend two nights in a unique cave-dwelling accommodation; and when in Lecce, feel the rhythm of the south during a private folk music and dance performance.
And let’s not forget wine tastings!
In a country of renowned cuisine, iconic coastlines, and ancient roots, stray off the beaten path and explore a new side of the Italy you know and love. Make your way through southern Italy and experience the Amalfi Coast and the Puglia region.
Arrive in Naples, a vibrant mecca for locals and travellers alike. Volcanic landscapes give way to medieval architecture and Grecian lanes, creating a unique culture exclusive to Naples. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Toast to the start of your Italian getaway, looking out over the deep blue Bay of Naples to Mt. Vesuvius looming in the distance.
Hotel: Royal Continental Hotel
Explore Naples’ exuberant historic city centre and underground ancient ruins with a local guide. During your afternoon at leisure, consider visiting the nearby National Archeological Museum and peruse relics from Pompeii and Ercolano. Tonight’s Impact Moment comes in the form of a private concert, performed by the Napulitanata social enterprise, which supports Italian heritage and abates the city’s high unemployment. As a perfect finale to the day, gather for a welcome dinner around Neapolitan pizza – the iconic jewel of the city’s cuisine.
Includes: Breakfast & dinner
Take the day to explore the lively city of Naples on your own. Perhaps you’ll join an optional excursion and sail to the enchanting Isle of Capri, where you’ll reach the world-famous Piazzetta and explore this island paradise of chic boutiques, lush vegetation, and outdoor cafés. Join your guide on a panoramic drive to Anacapri to sample local food and wine, then sail back to Naples in the afternoon.
Includes: Breakfast
Begin your day exploring the archeological site of Herculaneum in Ercolano, at the western foot of Mount Vesuvius. Imagine Roman society of the past as you wander through the excavated ruins of Ercolano with a guide. Then, visit a pasta factory and taste an iconic Italian dish right where it is produced during a light lunch. Watch the sun fade along the horizon in coastal Minori, your new home for the next three nights.
Includes: Breakfast & lunch
Hotel: Hotel Villa Romana
Journey by boat to Amalfi, the rocky coast’s namesake town. Formerly a maritime republic, Amalfi puts a historic spin on the seaside hubs, containing cobblestone piazzas and towering mosaicked cathedrals. Enjoy some time at leisure, then ferry past tumbling cliffs and pastel-colored houses on your way to Positano. Enjoy a free afternoon in this resort town, perhaps browsing the posh boutiques or resting along the beach. Return to Minori by ferry.
Includes: Breakfast
A fishing village of terraced lemon groves, Minori exudes the quintessential Amalfitana vibe. Start your morning in a garden and learn about sfusato lemons, used in limoncello. Sample this fragrant liqueur before hiking along the coast. You’ll trek the rugged Path of Lemons — an ancient, hilly route that links Minori with the nearby town of Maiori. Explore on your own before returning by boat. This afternoon, it’s your choice! You can enjoy the relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere of Minori like a local, sipping coffee and people watching -OR- explore the nearby village of Ravello and its amazing views from the picturesque gardens of Villa Rufolo.
Includes: Breakfast & dinner
This morning, discover one of Italy’s delectable cheese products during a visit to a dairy farm. Taste freshly made mozzarella for lunch before continuing south to Matera, whose inimitable scenery has been featured in blockbuster films. Experience the town’s cave dwellings, your home for the next two nights. Each cave is unique, half-excavated and half-carved from the land. In these unparalleled accommodations, connect with the Italian landscape like never before.
Includes: Breakfast & lunch
Hotel: Locanda di San Martino
Today, it’s your choice! You can hike into Matera’s 9000-year-old history on a guided hike along its hillside caves, narrow passages, and steep alleys known to locals as the Sassi – OR – discover local recipes during a cooking demonstration inside one of the rock dwellings. The afternoon is yours to explore more of Matera’s heritage. Perhaps you’ll visit the remarkable Palombaro Lungo underground water cistern or head out of town for a hike through the surrounding countryside dotted with prehistoric caves and medieval rock churches.
Includes: Breakfast
Cross into the Puglia region and pause at a wine museum to learn about the special wines produced in Puglia before continuing to Lecce, a Baroque powerhouse of limestone. Get to know the city with a local expert and take in its iconic architecture and papier-mâché craftsmanship.
Includes: Breakfast & lunch
Today, visit the picturesque village of Otranto and enjoy its characteristic winding lanes and hidden cafés. Take your time for a relaxing lunch along the sea and enjoy your time at leisure in one of the pearls of Salento. Reconvene in the evening for a private folk music and dance performance, highlighting the traditional pizzica e taranta. According to legend, spider bites cause the women to dance with feverish energy.
Includes: Breakfast
Discover one of Puglia’s most impressive natural landscapes: the underground complex of the Castellana Caves, a vast labyrinth of limestone chambers adorned by clusters of stalactites and stalagmites, formed over millennia. This afternoon, arrive in Alberobello, a whimsical city known for its trulli , stone huts with cone-shaped roofs. Meander with your guide through a labyrinth of these gnomish houses, some adorned with symbols carrying religious or astrological meanings. Make your way to your personal room in one of these peculiar houses that will be your home for the next two nights.
Includes: Breakfast
Hotel: Trulli Holiday Albergo Diffuso
Today, take a tour of an olive oil mill and taste a variety of extra virgin olive oils. Back in Alberobello, enjoy free time to further explore the city on your own. As the day draws to a close, gather to wish Italy goodbye at a farewell dinner.
Includes: Breakfast & dinner
Depart for home with treasured memories of rocky shores and cobblestone streets.
Includes: Breakfast
Jun 9-12 – Pre-tour
June 10 – Pre-tour
Timeless design and beauty on the Naples seafront. Spacious and bright, all the rooms feature contemporary furnishings with refined, minimalist finishes. The panoramic rooms offer balconies with sweeping views over the Gulf of Naples, from Mount Vesuvius to the Posillipo hill.
Juen 23 – Post-tour
Trulli Holiday welcomes guests and takes them on a once-in-a-lifetime experience: a stay in an authentic trulli, the conical buildings that are a worldwide symbol of Puglia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A double room has two small beds. Double rooms are perfect if you’re travelling with a companion and wish to share a room.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A single or solo room has only one bed and may be smaller in size.
The travel protection program provides comprehensive coverage to safeguard your travel investment – from trip cancellation and interruption, to medical emergencies and baggage protection. For a small additional cost, you can have the invaluable peace of mind knowing you’re covered if the unexpected occurs during your travels. [This covers all pre-existing medical conditions, but not have any medication change seven (7) days before deposit!]
*We require proof of minimum Emergency Medical insurance with evacuation of $5-10 million coverage in the policy.
1) Are you someone who values flexibility, open-mindedness, and a positive outlook on life? Do you enjoy meeting new people and connecting with others while travelling?
2) If you are keen on experiencing a wide range of activities and are eager to be a better traveller by respecting different cultures and the environment, then this trip is for you.
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Sail to the Isle of Capri on the fast ferry, joined by your guide, soaking in views of the rocky coasts of this famous island as you arrive. Take time in Capri’s world-famous square, the Piazzetta, set out on a panoramic drive of the island, and taste local flavors during a light lunch at a farm-to-table restaurant. Experience a taste of Capri’s laid-back atmosphere and island beauty with this unforgettable day trip from Naples by ferry.
This option is weather-permitting, as ferries might be cancelled in case of rough sea.
Capri has steep cobblestone streets, and walking is required to fully enjoy this option. Fast ferries need reservations in advance, so this option is not available for purchase while on tour and is only pre-sold.
