Amalfi Coast Fly & Drive

$809/person

9nts / 10days

2+People

Amalfi Coast Fly & Drive

• Round trip flights New York-Naples, Naples-New York. • Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices. • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges. • 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels. • 7 day car rental: Economy Manual (Fiat Panda or similar). Upgrade to other categories available. • Car rental includes: Unlimited mileage, Third Party Liability Insurance (RCA), Collision Damage Waiver Reduction (CDW), Theft Protection Reduction (TP), Airport charges, local taxes (VAT). • Breakfast daily.

Amalfi Coast Fly & Drive

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Depart for Italy

Depart for Italy.

Day 2 Arrive in Naples, Drive to Amalfi Coast

Arrive in Naples and pick up your vehicle at the airport. Drive to your hotel in the Amalfi region and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.

Drive Time: 1.5 hours.
Distance: 50 miles*.
Overnight: Amalfi Coast.

Day 3 Drive to Pompeii and Herculaneum

Spend a full day at leisure in Amalfi or drive to Pompeii to visit the ruins of this extraordinarily well preserved Roman city. The excavated town offers a glimpse of everyday Roman life in the 1st century before an eruption of Mount Vesuvius buried Pompeii in 79 AD. Stroll the ancient streets and see Roman baths, the Temples of Apollo and Jupiter, and the Forum. Compliment the tour by visiting Herculaneum (Ercolano), a town destroyed along with Pompeii during Mt. Vesuvius' eruption. Primarily a residential town, Herculaneum was filled with villas of wealthy Romans, which can be seen in their preserved state.

Drive Time: 2 hours.
Distance: 55 miles*.
Overnight: Amalfi Coast.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 4 Drive to Ravello and Positano

Spend a full day at leisure in Amalfi or drive to Positano and Ravello. Drive along the Amalfi coast to view the dramatic coastline, long described as the most stunning in the world. Travel to Ravello, a scenic mountainside town with superior views of the seascape. While here, visit the Duomo, with its ornate 13th-century pulpit, and the Villa Rufolo, where composer Richard Wagner gained inspiration for his opera Parsifal. Continue to Positano and admire the distinctive pink and white Moorish villas dotting the hillside. This charming port town was made famous by John Steinbeck, as well as Hollywood films including "Only You" and "Under the Tuscan Sun." This picturesque coastal town is also home to a beautiful church, the Santa Maria Assunta, featuring a dome made of majolica tiles. This evening, return to your hotel.

Drive Time: 2 hours.
Distance: 50 miles*.
Overnight: Amalfi Coast.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 5 Drive to Caserta

Spend a full day at leisure on the Amalfi coast or drive to the village of Caserta. This town is most famous for the Palace of Caserta, built for the 18th-century King Charles of Bourbon. Modeled after the Palace of Versailles in France, it is an extravagant and elegant example of Italian Baroque style. Stroll through the extensive grounds and gardens to admire the fountains and waterworks, such as the Fountain of Diana and Actaeon, with sculptures by Brunelli.

Drive Time: 2.5 hours.
Distance: 95 miles*.
Overnight: Amalfi Coast.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 6 Visit Amalfi & Furore

Spend a full day at leisure or travel to the town of Amalfi, home to the famous Limoncello liqueur, surrounded by cliffs and stunning coastal scenery. This UNESCO World Heritage Site also produces bambagina, a thick handmade paper used worldwide. Learn more about this unique skill at the Museo della Carta. After enjoying the sites and sounds of this popular town, continue to Furore, a little-known destination located between Amalfi and Positano. Due to its geographical position among the mountains and a central fjord, this hidden town is a delightful surprise. Its open-air museum of murals is a highlight but the main attraction is the dramatic 'Fiordo' or fjord. View a cluster of old fishermen houses cling to the side of the rocky gorge.

Drive Time: 3 hours from Sorrento.
Distance: 40 miles*.
Overnight: Amalfi Coast.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 7 Drive to Naples en route to Ischia

Spend a full day at leisure on the Amalfi coast or travel to Ischia. First, drive to Naples, then board the ferry to Ischia, the largest island in the Bay of Naples. This breathtaking volcanic island is renowned throughout Europe for its thermal baths and volcanic mud. The formidable Castello Aragonese, a former fortress situated on a rock near the island, is accessible from the town of Ischia Ponte. Visit the town of Casamicciola and hike to the top of Monte Epomeo, an ancient volcano. The town of Forio is also worth a visit to see "La Mortella" Gardens, home to over 500 rare plant species.

Drive Time: 3 hours.
Distance: 110 miles*.
Overnight: Amalfi Coast.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 8 Depart Italy

Drive to Naples airport and return your vehicle prior to your departure flight.

Drive Time: 1.5 hours.
Distance: 50 miles*.
Meals: Breakfast.

Note: Please note that this is a suggested itinerary. Driving times and distances are estimated and can vary due to many circumstances, such as: specific route taken, hotel location, traffic, weather, road conditions, etc. GPS devices are recommended and can be rented locally.

Tour Departure Dates & Cost

This tour departs year around on demand. Price is based on 4 people traveling together & sharing a room. Single person supplement and price for 2 ore more people traveling is also available.

Hotels/Plans Available
  • Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast - Sorrento
  • Hotel Villa Romana - Amalfi
  • Hotel Miramare - Sorrento
  • Parco dei Principi - Sorrento
2018 Dates & Prices
  • Jun 08th - $1239*
  • Jun 15th - $1239*
  • Jun 29th - $1249*
  • Jul 13th - $1339*
  • Jul 20th - $1339*
  • Jul 27th - $1339*
  • Aug 03rd - $1339*
  • Aug 10th - $1339*
  • Aug 17th - $1339*
  • Aug 24th - $1339*
  • Aug 31th - $1329*
  • Sep 14th - $1239*
  • Sep 21th - $1239*
  • Oct 12th - $949*
  • Oct 19th - $949*
Included / Not Included

Included

  • Round trip flights New York-Naples, Naples-New York.
  • Other departure cities available. 
  • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges.
  • 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels.
  • 7 day car rental: Economy Manual (Fiat Panda or similar). Upgrade to other categories available.
  • Car rental includes: Unlimited mileage, Third Party Liability Insurance (RCA), Collision Damage Waiver Reduction (CDW), Theft Protection Reduction (TP), Airport charges, local taxes (VAT).
  • Breakfast daily.

Not Included

  • Italian City Taxes (payable locally).
  • Car rental fees.
  • Optional car rental insurance.
  • Parking
Accommodation
  • 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels.
Meals

Daily Breakfast Included.
No Other Meals Are Provided.

Visa Requirements

Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary. Please call us for assistance.

Important Info

This tour start & end in Naples.

NOTE:

Additional Information:

Drivers must be at least 25 years old to rent a vehicle. A valid drivers license issued a minimum of 12 months prior to rental along with an international driving license is required for all renters. Drivers 75 years or older cannot be covered under the Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) or Personal Travel Insurance (PTI).

The lead passenger will be the listed as the driver of the vehicle. Additional drivers may be added for an additional cost at the time of vehicle pickup.

Rental vehicle pickup is unavailable outside of pickup location office hours, make sure your flight arrives during this time and at least 1.5 hours prior to closing time. 

 

Vehicle Options

  • Economy Manual - Fiat Panda or similar
    • 1-2 passengers
    • 2 Small Suitcases
    • Manual Transmission
    • Air Conditioning

     

  • Compact Manual - Fiat 500X or similar
    • 1-3 passengers
    • 2 Small Suitcases
    • Manual Transmission
    • Air Conditioning
  • Standard Van Manual - Citroen Grand Picasso or similar
    • 1-5 passengers
    • 2 Small Suitcases
    • Manual Transmission
    • Air Conditioning
  • Intermediate Automatic – Volvo V60 or similar
    • 1-4 Passengers
    • 1 Large & 2 Small Suitcases
    • Automatic Transmission
    • Air Conditioning

     

Pre & Post
Pre & Post accommodation and transport available.
Optional Tours
No Optional Tours Available.

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