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A Walk Thru Time

 in the Footsteps of Roman Emperors

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Romans and Greeks were here before the growth of the Baroque Palaces and Churches of Spacca Napoli. The biggest artists were all attracted by the charm of Naples, since the early ages to the Romantic period. From the old Nea Polis, founded by Greeks, to the highest glory of the Baroque Age, the city and its environs fascinated every traveler, who loved its artistic treasures as well as its lovely climate and its natural beauty. Romans were not wrong when they choose Herculaneum and Baia as their privileged holiday resorts.

 Tour profile:  

 ay 1 - Individual arrival in Naples. Leave the luggage in the hotel and first discovery of Spacca Napoli, the city centre characterized by narrow streets, with washing hanging out, baroque churches and palaces, the San-Carlo theatre, the Gallery Umberto the 1^st, the Plebiscite Square. Overnight stay in Naples.

 Day 2 - Departure from the hotel in Naples, transfer with the "Circumvesuviana" to Ercolano. Here you will begin your climbing to the Vesuvius, first by bus, and then on foot enjoying the wonderful panorama over the Gulf of Naples. In the afternoon you will visit the archaeological site of Ercolano, buried with Pompeii by the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79. Overnight stay in Naples.

Ascending height difference 200m/650ft - Descending height difference 200m/650ft - Duration 1 hour

 Day 3 -  Trip by boat to Capri. From Marina Grande, your destination port, the hike leads today to the Hermitage of Santa Maria a Cetrella, crossing the Passetiello, a narrow passage between rock faces, overlooking the town of Capri. From the top you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view on the Island and on the Gulf of Naples, dominated by the Vesuvius. Descent on the steps engraved on stone by Phoenicians, (possibility of bathing). Overnight stay in Naples.

Ascending height difference 500m/1625ft - Descending height difference 500m/1625ft - Duration 4 hours

 Day 4 -  Visit to Pompeii and to the Villa of the Mysteries. It is the biggest open-air archaeological site of the world. A great example of past human life, where the huge eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79 AD, fixed forever under 39 ft of ashes and lava, the citizens in their daily activities. Private transfer to Amalfi's Peninsula and the plateau of Agerola and your hotel accommodation. Dinner and overnight stay in Agerola.

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 Day 5 -  Excursion through caves and chapels in an unusual small valley from where you can have a splendid view of the turquoise sea till you reach the Canyon of Furore (possible swim). After midday visits of Amalfi, the most powerful Mariner Republic at the end of the X century with possible visits to the cloister of Paradise and the church, the museum of paper and a possible swim). Back by public bus to Agerola. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel in Agerola.

Ascending height difference 0m/0ft - Descending height difference 650m/2112ft - Duration 3 hours

 Day 6 -  Departure from Scala and hike to Ravello and the placid beauty of the main square, the Dome dedicated to Saint Pantaleone stands out. The blood of the Saint liquefies every year. From the village overhanging the sea, at an altitude of 300m/975ft above sea level, the view goes across the Gulf of Salerno and over the Cilento Mountains. Optional visit to Villa Cimbrone and to Villa Rufolo, characterized by a mélange of styles, Arabic, Sicilian and Norman, which had been a source of inspiration for Wagner. Return, on foot, through Atrani (chance of going for a swim) and Amalfi. Dinner and overnight stay in Agerola.

Ascending height difference 200m/650ft - Descending height difference 400m/1300ft - Duration 4 hours

 Day 7 -  Panoramic hike on the Path of Gods, the track along the coast which was, until the XIX century, the only way to get from the small isolated villages to the tiny terraced fields and the pergola vineyards. Pervaded by the rosemary perfume, as you descend, you can overview on one side the entire peninsula and over to Capri, and, on the other side, the Gulf of Salerno. You can admire the ancient work of old men, on these impervious terrains, to create a safe area where people could refuge during the Barbarian invasions which followed the fall of Roman Empire, at the end of V century. The Saint Dominic Monastery, clinging to the mountains, is another evidence of those turbulent times. After Montepertuso, overhung by the mountain rock-face, you descend from the cemetery to Positano. The colorful houses of Positano have been built in amphitheatre shape, overlooking the sea, giving a unique and picturesque aspect to the village. Free time to visit Positano (chance of going for a swim). Dinner and overnight stay in Agerola.

Ascending height difference 100m/325ft - Descending height difference 650m/2112ft - Duration 5 hour

 Day 8 - After breakfast, transfer to Naples airport. If you have time we suggest the visit to the Archaeological Museum of Naples where you can admire statues, mosaics and paintings of Pompeii and Ercolano. Individual departure or extension of stay....

Naples: B&B in double room in 4**** star hotel - $85 per person                                              

• Accommodation 3 nights in hotel**** in Naples and 4 nights hotel*** in Agerola, in double rooms with private facilities

• Bed and breakfast service from day 1 to day 3, half board from the dinner of day 4 to the breakfast of the last day

• Transfer from Pompeii to Agerola and from Agerola to Naples with private vehicle

• Luggage transport

• Detailed description and directions of the itinerary

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