Pizza Cooking Class in Sorrento

Nat Geo Day Tour: Syväsukellus Roomaan – Oplontiksen ja Pompejin huvilat

Retki alkaa lyhyellä ajelulla Vesuviuksen juurelle ja Pompeijin raunioille, joka on tulivuoren purkauksen hautaama muinainen kaupunki. Kuljeskele mukulakivikatuja pitkin Forumille, joka oli aikoinaan kaupungin elämän keskus. Vuosisatoja vanhat polut vievät sinut paikkoihin, kuten Faunin taloon, jossa on upeita mosaiikkeja. Istu teatterin areenalla ja ihmettele basilikan valtavia pylväitä. Vierailet myös arkielämän alueilla, kuten kylpylöissä ja tavernoissa. Näet ulkoa ylellisen Casa della Regina Carolinan, yhden Pompeijin suurimmista taloista eliittikorttelissa lähellä Forumia. Saat kuulla National Geographicin tutkimusmatkailija Caitlin Ellis Barretin aloittamasta tutkimuksesta sekä varakkaiden asukkaiden päivittäisistä askareista. Kevyen lounaan jälkeen suuntaat Torre Annunziatan satamaan, josta laskeudut katutason alapuolelle muinaiseen Oplontikseen. Unescon maailmanperintökohteeksi listattu alue ja sen kaksi hulppeaa huvilaa ylpeilevät joillakin roomalaiskauden parhaiten säilyneistä seinämaalauksista. Samalla kun tutustut Oplontiksen ihmeisiin, arkeologiaan erikoistunut oppaasi kertoo sinulle lisää sen historiallisesta, kulttuurisesta ja arkkitehtonisesta taustasta. Tämä paikka oli ennen Rooman eliitin koti. Sen voi huomata freskoista ja mosaiikeista, jotka on koristeltu sinisen, oranssin ja kullan sävyillä. Nerokas värien ja varjojen käyttö antaa maalauksille kolmiulotteisen vaikutelman. Tämä saa nämä antiikin tapahtumat näyttämään aivan yhtä eläviltä.

Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius select tour with local lunch

A real history fest, this tour first takes you to Pompeii, which lay buried under volcanic ash for centuries. After a guided tour and a light lunch, you'll then visit the summit of Mt Vesuvius, the only active volcano on Europe's mainland.

Half-day guided tour of Herculaneum UNESCO World Heritage Site

Like nearby Pompeii, ancient Herculaneum suffered a similar fate at the hands of Vesuvius erupting in 79AD. Fortunately, archaeologists have managed to excavate parts of the city, and this half-day tour will show you what they've managed to unearth so far.

Amalfi Coast gems tour with Positano, Pontone and Ravello

A real feast for the senses. This excursion along the Amalfi Coast has it all. In a small group, you'll trundle from village to village, exploring every nook and cranny and soaking up the beauty of this world-famous coastline. Discover Positano and Ravello with a delicious lunch in a family-run restaurant in between.

Pompeii archaeological site half-day tour with a local guide

Of all the Roman ruins in Italy, none is as poignant or fascinating as Pompeii. More than a moment frozen in time, it's a window into past. You'll discover its remarkably well-preserved houses and landmark sites on this morning excursion to this UNESCO Word Heritage Site.

Mount Vesuvius crater tour with lunch at a vineyard

This full day tour has a perfect pairing – a climb up to the crater of Mt Vesuvius followed by lunch and a tasting at a vineyard that grows Lacryma Christi wine. It'll bring you closer to the awesome intensity of mainland Europe's only active volcano and amaze you with life borne out of its volcanic soil.

Guided evening tour of Amalfi and Cetara’s signature sights with transfers

Keen to visit some of the most popular spots around the Amalfi Coast without having to deal with huge crowds? Look no further. This evening guided tour to the town of Amalfi and the out-of-the-way village of Catera has been specifically designed to dodge the tourists, giving you a more relaxed look at some of the area's main attractions. Matteo, one of our expert local guides, says “you won't miss out on any of the detail during the tour. You'll get an up-close look at lots of different landmarks, just without having to jostle shoulders or stand on your tiptoes to get a good view.”This tour kicks off with a scenic drive along the coast to the town of Amalfi. The seafront roads in this part of Italy are often considered some of the prettiest in the world, so keep your camera pointed out the window during this bit. When you arrive in Amalfi, you'll follow your guide around the preserved Arsenele della Repubblica. This 1,000-year-old shipyard was originally used to fix galleons and other kinds of boats, but today it's one of the town's top museums. When you're done wandering around its exhibits, you'll have some free time to explore the town on your own.When you're finished in Amalfi, you'll hop on a ferry for a 40-minute journey to the village of Cetara. Very few tours in this part of Italy stop here, so you'll be one of the few who'll get to see its pastel-painted houses and Roman-era landmarks up close. Plus, given the time of evening you'll visit, you can expect a super-relaxed atmosphere, courtesy of the pretty light levels at sunset. You'll have some free time to explore or relax on the sandy beach. The village is particularly famous for its seafood, especially anchovy sauce – ancient Romans settlers came up with the recipe. You'll want to dip into one of the restaurants and try some before hopping on the coach back to your accommodation.

Sorrento's Due Golfi train tour with regional food tastings

All aboard for this three-hour excursion taking you through the rural landscapes and villages of the Sorrento hills by land-train. Trundle out from hilltop Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi to explore the Campanian countryside. What's more, you'll get to taste some typical local specialities.

Capri and Anacapri Select with Guided Walking Tour

If the Amalfi Coast is the business, then Capri is showbusiness. This magnet for celebs since the days of Roman emperors is a must-visit. Take the ferry over then head by minibus to Anacapri in the west of the island, for some free time before making the trip to Capri town for a walking tour.

The Three Tenors Sorrento

If ever a song defined a region, it has to be 'O Sole Mio. This most Neapolitan of songs is among the repertoire performed by The Three Tenors in the sumptuous surroundings of an 18th-century villa in Sorrento. Prepare to wowed – this is no ordinary show.