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Capri
& Anacapri
Sail
from the port of Amalfi across the gulf of Salerno to
reach Capri by steamer. First, Anacapri: optional visit
of the fabulous Villa of Dr. Axel Munthe. Capri town:
the mighty Piazzetta, full of shops, small cafés
and restaurants. Visit of the gardens of Augustus overlooking
the famous Faraglioni rocks. Free time for shopping, lunch
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Pompeii
& Vesuvius
Depart
from the hotel by deluxe motor coach to reach Pompeii,
the roman city buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79
AD. Visit the archaeological excavations. Free time for
lunch. Excursion to Vesuvius up to 1000 meters, then walk
to the summit. Visit to one of the most prestigious cameo
and coral factories. |
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Sorrento
& Ercolano
Drive
to Ercolano, a residential town buried in ashes by the
eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Guided visit to the archaeological
excavations then proceed to Sorrento. Visit the city centre,
time at your leisure for shopping and lunch. Short visit
to an inlaid woodworking shop. Return along the untamed
beauty of the Amalfi Coast, through the picturesque villages
of Conca dei Marini, Fuore, and Praiano. Photo stop at
the famous Belevedere in Positano. Return to the hotel
in time for supper. |
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Paestum
& Vietri sul Mare
Drive
southward by deluxe coach to Paestum. A visit to the ancient
Greek temples dating back to the 6th century B.C. Optional
visit to the Archaeological Museum of Paestum with its
rich collection of Greek art and antiquities. The excursion
follows to Vietri sul Mare, the capital of Italian ceramics.
Test your own skills and make yourself an excellent souvenir
of your holiday. Return to the hotel by dinner. |
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Naples
& Solfara
Leave
the hotel by coach to Naples, a many-coloured and many-sided
city unique for the character its people. Full city tour:
the Royal Palace, San Carlo's Theatre, Piazza del Plebiscito
and Piazza Municipio with the Maschio Angiono, the battle-scarred
castle, which reminds us of the city's turbulent history.
Drive out via Mergellina and Fuorigrotta to the Solfatara
with its typical sea bubbling lava-pools and steam erupting
from a small, still active, volcano. |
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Caserta
& Cassino
Drive
along the lovely coast on the highway to Caserta. Visit
to the Royal Palace and the delightful tropical gardens
and ponds in the huge Royal Park. Continue towards Cassino.
Optional lunch. Ascent to Monte Cassino and visit to the
renowned Abbey bombed during the Second World War and
entirely rebuilt in the same style soon after. Return
to the hotel for dinner. |
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Sailing
Try
a little sailing on the Amalfi Coast! Explore the hidden
coves along the Amalfi Coast and take a dip in the crystal
clear waters in complete tranquility. Chart your course
on your own vessel skippered by experienced Mediterranean
sailors. |
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Mini
Cruise Positano
Discover
the Amalfi Coast from the sea. Cruise from Maiori to Positano,
passing Atrani, Amalfi and Praiano. Enjoy some free time
in Positano to visit this international seaside resort
and its fashionable boutiques. |
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Sorrento
Musical & Shopping
Depart
from the hotel in the afternoon to Sorrento. Time for shopping.
During the evening stop at a traditional local restaurant for
pizza and wine. Soon after transfer to the well known Teatro Tasso
for a musical with popular dances in traditional costumes. |
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Sorrento
Tarantella & Shopping
Depart
from the hotel in the afternoon to Sorrento. Take some time and
do some shopping. During the evening stop at a traditional local
restaurant for pizza and wine. Soon after, transfer to a nightclub
for a spectacular tarantella show. |

Brochures
2005-2006
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