Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
Your Italian adventure kicks off today. You'll arrive and head to Naples to start exploring southern Italy, with the Amalfi Coast and Puglia region on your itinerary ahead.
- Day 2
Naples
You'll arrive in Naples at your own pace and have the full day to explore this vibrant city on your terms. Walk through volcanic landscapes, check out medieval architecture, and wander the Grecian lanes. Later, toast to your trip over dinner with views of the Bay of Naples and Mt. Vesuvius.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with views of the Bay of Naples to Mt. Vesuvius)
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Naples
Landmarks/POIs Bay of Naples Mount Vesuvius - Day 3
Naples
Start with a local guide exploring Naples' UNESCO-listed historic city center and underground ancient ruins. You'll have the afternoon free to visit the National Archeological Museum or just wander around. By evening, you'll head to a private concert from the Napulitanata social enterprise celebrating Italian heritage.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Naples' historic city center (UNESCO)
- Guided tour of underground ancient ruins
- Private concert by Napulitanata social enterprise
Optional Activities
- Visit to National Archeological Museum with relics from Pompeii and Ercolano
Landmarks/POIs Naples Historic City Center National Archeological Museum of Naples - Day 4
Naples
This is your free day in Naples to explore independently. If you want more activity, there's an optional excursion to the Isle of Capri by fast ferry where you'll visit the Piazzetta, drive to Anacapri for local food and wine, then sail back in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Isle of Capri excursion - Fast ferry to Capri, visit Piazzetta, panoramic drive to Anacapri with local food and wine sampling, return ferry to Naples
Landmarks/POIs Isle of Capri Piazzetta, Capri Anacapri - Day 5
Herculaneum to Minori
A local guide will walk you through the Herculaneum archaeological site at Mt. Vesuvius's base. You'll visit a pasta factory for light lunch and watch how pasta gets made. Then head to coastal Minori for the sunset, where you'll stay the next three nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch of freshly-made pasta at a pasta factory)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Herculaneum archaeological site in Ercolano
- Visit to pasta factory with light lunch
Landmarks/POIs Herculaneum Mount Vesuvius - Day 6
Positano)
Travel by boat to Amalfi and explore the cobblestone piazzas and mosaicked cathedral. From there, you'll sail past dramatic cliffsides and pastel houses to Positano for a free afternoon of shopping or beach time before the ferry returns you to Minori.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat journey to Amalfi
- Exploration of Amalfi
- Ferry to Positano
- Ferry return to Minori
Optional Activities
- Browse boutiques in Positano
- Relax on beach in Positano
Landmarks/POIs Amalfi Positano - Day 7
Minori
Start by learning about sfusato lemons in a garden and sample limoncello. Next, you'll hike the ancient Path of Lemons, a rugged coastal route connecting Minori and Maiori, then return by boat. In the afternoon, relax in Minori or head up to Ravello's Villa Rufolo to see the gardens and views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Lemon grove visit with sfusato lemon education
- Limoncello tasting
- Guided hike along the Path of Lemons from Minori to Maiori
Optional Activities
- Explore Villa Rufolo gardens in Ravello
Landmarks/POIs Path of Lemons Villa Rufolo Ravello - Day 8
Minori to Matera
Visit a dairy farm to see how Italian cheese is made and taste freshly-made mozzarella for lunch. Later, you'll travel south to Matera, a UNESCO site known for its cave dwellings seen in films. Check into your unique cave accommodation for the next two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly-made mozzarella tasting at dairy farm)
Included Activities
- Dairy farm visit with fresh mozzarella tasting and lunch
Landmarks/POIs Matera - Day 9
Matera
You'll pick your adventure in Matera: join a guided hike through the ancient Sassi district with its steep alleys, or do a cooking demonstration in a rock dwelling. Your afternoon is yours to explore further, visiting the Palombaro Lungo cistern or hiking through countryside with prehistoric caves and medieval rock churches.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided hike through Sassi district with cave dwellings, narrow passages, and steep alleys
- Cooking demonstration inside a rock dwelling
- Visit to Palombaro Lungo underground water cistern
- Hike through countryside with prehistoric caves and medieval rock churches
Landmarks/POIs Sassi district, Matera Palombaro Lungo - Day 10
Matera to Lecce
Cross into Puglia and stop at a wine museum to learn about local wines. Continue to Lecce, a Baroque limestone city, where you'll explore iconic architecture and papier-mâché craftsmanship with a local expert.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wine museum visit in Puglia
- Guided exploration of Lecce with local expert
Landmarks/POIs Lecce - Day 11
Otranto
Visit the village of Otranto with its winding lanes and hidden cafés. You'll have a relaxing lunch by the sea and a free afternoon. Later, gather for a private performance of folk music and dance featuring the traditional pizzica e taranta.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with folk music and dance performance)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Otranto village
- Private folk music and dance performance featuring pizzica e taranta
Optional Activities
- Lunch along the sea in Otranto
Landmarks/POIs Otranto - Day 12
Ostuni to Alberobello
Stop in whitewashed Ostuni and experience the town like a local by riding in an open-air Ape Calessino 3-wheeled car. Then continue to Alberobello, a UNESCO town famous for cone-roofed stone trulli huts. Your guide will walk you through the labyrinth of these unique houses, and you'll stay in one for the next two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ape Calessino 3-wheeled car ride through Ostuni
- Guided tour of Alberobello trulli with local expert
Optional Activities
- Explore Ostuni independently
Landmarks/POIs Ostuni Alberobello - Day 13
Alberobello
Tour an olive oil mill and taste different extra virgin olive oils. Return to Alberobello for free time to explore on your own. By evening, gather for a farewell dinner to toast your Italian adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Olive oil mill tour with extra virgin olive oil tasting
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Alberobello
Landmarks/POIs Alberobello - Day 14
Departure
You'll depart for home with treasured memories of rocky shores and cobblestone streets.
