Emperors and Lemon Groves: Rome to the Amalfi Coast
From the historic grandeur of Rome to the sunlit beauty of the Amalfi Coast, this journey captures Italy at its most iconic, making it an ideal introduction to the country. Discover ancient landmarks, explore coastal towns, and savor local flavors at your own pace, from limoncello tastings to relaxed aperitivo by the sea. Each moment is thoughtfully curated by your Destination Expert.
- Duration
- 8 days, 7 nights
- Route
- Rome · Naples · Sorrento
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $4,790 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Step inside the Colosseum and Roman Forum as expert storytelling brings ancient Rome to life.
- Join a small-group Vatican tour through Raphael Rooms and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.
- Stop at Pompeii en route to Sorrento, then explore the town's center with a private guide.
- Tour Capri's coastline on a shared excursion, and savor limoncello and aperitivo at leisure.
- Your Destination Expert curates dining gems and self-guided tips from Rome to the coast.
Every day, already yours.
The Adventure Begins
An English-speaking assistant will meet you in the arrivals hall and escort you to your awaiting driver. They will accompany during your transfer to the hotel, ensure you are checked in to your hotel walk-through your Welcome Package documents. They will be on hand to answer any questions you have related to your itinerary and your time in Italy.
- Private Fiumicino International Airport Transfer
- Meet and Greet Assistant
- Italy Welcome Package
- Golden Hour Views of Rome, On Your Own
Exploring the Eternal City
With some time at leisure, discover the Italian capital of Rome at your own pace. With thousands of years of history and culture, Rome stands on a level unique to itself. With a bounty of ancient monuments, glorious squares, and world-famous cuisine; Rome is an undeniable delight for all the senses. One of the city's legendary sites is the “Scalinata della Trinità dei Monti ” or "Spanish Steps", composed of 12 ramps and 135 travertine steps.
- Rome & The Spanish Steps at Leisure - Self-Guided
- Afternoon at the Colosseum and Roman Forum (3 hrs) - Small Group
- Insider Dining Suggestions: Rome
Vatican Icons and Roman Rioni
Join a small-group tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, limited to just 8 guests, with an expert guide and a 3-hour window to move through one of the world's great art collections. A one-way transfer brings you to the museum entrance before your guide leads you through galleries spanning ancient Roman sculpture and Renaissance masterpieces.
- Small-Group Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour | 3 hrs
- Self-Guided: Best of Rome Neighborhoods
From Ashes, Sorrento Awaits
Travel with your private driver to Sorrento, stopping along the way to explore the legendary ruins of Pompeii with a local guide. Buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and preserved under volcanic ash, the site offers a remarkable window into ancient Roman life.
- Private Transfer at Roma Termini Train Station
- Train - Rome - Naples [1 hr 15 min] - Premium Class
- Naples to Sorrento via Pompeii, 3.5 hrs - Private Transfer
- Insider Dining Suggestions: Sorrento
Ancient Roads to Lemon Groves
Begin with the rhythm of everyday life as you set out on foot with your private guide to discover Sorrento. During this engaging two hour walk, explore the historic center of Sorrento, learning how layers of history from the Ancient Greeks onward have shaped the town’s character, architecture, and traditions.
- Charms of Sorrento Walking Tour (2 hrs) - Private
- A Taste of Sorrento: Limoncello at Leisure - Self-Guided
Cliffside Villages and Coastal Views
Discover the enchanting island of Capri, where dramatic cliffs, glittering waters, and timeless charm create an unforgettable setting. Join a small group of no more than 15 and set off by fast jetfoil to Marina Grande. Begin your adventure with a panoramic boat tour around the island, admiring Capri’s rugged coastline, hidden coves, and lush Mediterranean vegetation that frames its world-famous scenery.
- Capri Discovery: Jewel of the Mediterranean (with Lunch, 8 hrs) - Small Group Tour
Sun, Citrus & the Art of Slowing Down
For guests of Hotel Antiche Mura, retreat into a rare pocket of calm tucked behind Sorrento’s ancient city walls. Spend the day unwinding beside the hotel’s secluded garden pool, where citrus trees, flowering terraces, and timeworn stone create a serene, almost secret atmosphere. Stretch out beneath the Mediterranean sun, cool off with a leisurely swim, or enjoy a chilled drink as the scent of lemon blossoms drifts through the air.
- Antiche Mura: Garden Pool at Leisure
- The Art of Shopping in Sorrento - Self-Guided
- Evening Aperitivo Along Corso Italia - Self-Guided
Bon Voyage
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Naples. Approximate travel time is one hour.
- Sorrento to Naples (1 hr) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Rose Garden Palace
The Rose Garden Palace is situated in a historic building with a prime location in central Rome's Via Veneto area, walking distance to famed landmarks like the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain.
Antiche Mura
With access from the famous Piazza Tasso, Hotel Antiche Mura is located in a prominent yet peaceful position in the heart of Sorrento. Situated along the old 16th century city walls, Antiche Mura not only offers its guests a splendid view over the deep, scenic valley, it also houses the ruins of one of the four...