3-Day South Italy Tour Packages

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• 3 Day Southern Italy Itinerary, incl. Rome and Sorrento

  South Italy's gems unfold over three days: from UNESCO-listed Pompeii's archaeological wonders to Sorrento's coastal charm at Grand Hotel Vesuvio. The trip features Capri island's Blue Grotto, Anacapri's mountain views, and authentic Neapolitan cuisine with skip-the-line archaeological access.

  

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  • Day 1

    Rome to Sorrento

    Start early with a 7:30 AM departure from Rome. Hotel pickup starts at 6:30 AM. "Communication about pickup times is essential, so confirm details the day before" advises a recent traveler. The 4-hour drive south through Lazio and Campania gets you to Sorrento by early afternoon. Your free afternoon is perfect for exploring Sorrento's historic center. Visit the winding streets around Via San Cesareo between 4-7 PM when locals take their traditional evening stroll.

    
  • Day 2

    Capri Excursion (April-October)

    Take an early boat to Capri to visit the famous Blue Grotto, though sea conditions determine access. One visitor shared: "I wish I had known the likelihood of seeing the Blue Grotto was fairly slim due to sea height variability. Still, the boat ride around Capri was good and our guide showed us samples of the luminescent blue water." In the afternoon, visit Anacapri at 918 feet elevation for spectacular Bay of Naples views. If traveling during peak season (July-August), book your lunch ahead of time as restaurants fill up fast.

    
  • Day 3

    Sorrento to Pompeii to Rome

    Spend your final morning in Sorrento before leaving at 1:15 PM for Pompeii. The guided tour includes skip-the-line access and radio headsets, which you'll appreciate in the crowded ruins. A TourRadar traveler commented: "The archaeology professor who guided us through Pompeii was truly outstanding!" Return to Rome in the evening, usually arriving around 9 PM depending on traffic. If you need to travel onward, book tickets for the next day since arrival times can vary.

    

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• 3-Day Pompeii, Capri & Sorrento Mini Tour

  Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento, and Capri unfold over three days. Guided Pompeii archaeological tours, traditional Neapolitan pizza lunch, and two nights at the panoramic Grand Hotel Vesuvio, total costs around $900 per person.

  

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  • Rome Italy

    131 mi

  • Sorrento Italy

    9 mi

  • Capri Italy

    19 mi

  • Pompeii Italy

    130 mi

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• 3 Day Summits & Shores: Vesuvius, Pompeii & Amalfi Small-Group Tour from Rome

  Ancient streets of Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius's summit, and Montecassino Abbey's cloisters unfold over three days. Coastal gems like Sorrento's Old Town and Positano's beaches complement two nights in scenic Salerno.

  

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  • Rome Italy

    130 mi

  • Pompeii Italy

    15 mi

  • Salerno Italy

    21 mi

  • Sorrento Italy

    5 mi

  • Positano Italy

    6 mi

  • Amalfi Italy

    9 mi

  • Salerno Italy

    20 mi

  • Mount Vesuvius Italy

    56 mi

  • Montecassino Italy

    73 mi

  • Rome Italy

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