Rome and Sorrento

Arrive in Rome and check in to your hotel before exploring the ‘Eternal City’ for the afternoon. Enjoy a snack from San Crispino Gelateria, which is said to serve the best gelato in Rome, as you admire the iconic Trevi Fountain. Follow this with a stroll up the Spanish Steps and admire the city lights as they turn on, one by one. In the evening, try a delicious Roman speciality, including pizza, pasta and delicious antipasti platters.

Spend the morning in the Vatican City. This independent state is the smallest country in the world! Visit St Peter’s Basilica, before heading to the Sistine Chapel. which is home to Michelangelo's famous frescoes. Later, why not visit Rome’s top attractions, the Roman Colosseum and the Roman Forum, where you can learn about the largest amphitheatre and its history. End the day taking in spectacular views from Palatine Hill, where you’ll find interesting ruins.

Today you leave Rome for the beautiful coastline of Sorrento. Take the train from Roma Termini, which is the city’s main station, to Napoli Centrale Station, which takes just over an hour. A private transfer will then take you to Sorrento, which also takes about an hour. Check in to your hotel before wandering through the beautiful public gardens, Villa Comunale. Watch the sun set over the glittering waters of the Bay of Naples and light the rugged clifftops behind you. In the evening, enjoy a delicious al fresco dinner in Piazza Tasso.

We recommend a trip to one of the most sacred and fascinating Roman sights – Pompeii. Well preserved by the ash and lava which destroyed the town in 79AD at the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, this is the ideal place for history lovers. Pre-book the Pompeii and Vesuvius excursion and listen to anecdotes about the town’s history, as well as learning about its careful preservation after discovery in 1748. Later, climb Mount Vesuvius and take in the mesmerising views of the ruins below.

Spend long lazy days exploring everything the picturesque town of Sorrento has to offer. Dine in al fresco cafés and restaurants, enjoy the delicious Italian coffees or make the most of freshly caught seafood options. Marina Grande harbour is home to pretty fishing boats which gently bob in the bay. Head further afield and explore other towns along the Amalfi Coast, including chic Positano, laid back Maiori and the garden town of Ravello. You can also take boat trips to the volcanic island of Ischia and the shopper’s paradise of Capri island.

Today, wave goodbye to Sorrento, as you head to Naples airport (approx. 1 hour 30 minutes) and fly back to the UK.