Best of South Italy in 6 Days Tour: Naples, Positano, Pompeii, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Capri & Blue Grotto
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- Duration
- 6 days
- Guiding Style
- Partially Guided
- Hotel Rating
- 3 or 4 star hotels
- Start / End
- Naples → Naples
- Group Size
- Min 1 / Max 40
- Physical Rating
- Easy Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Highlights
Discover the vibrant heart of Southern Italy on this unforgettable tour, starting in Naples with a relaxed day to explore the city at your own pace. Then dive into the soul of Naples on a walking tour through historic streets like Via dei Tribunali, where you'll taste local specialties such as Tarallo Napoletano and cuoppo napoletano, and visit iconic sights.
Head to Pompeii for a guided tour of the ancient ruins before enjoying the coastal charm of Sorrento. Experience the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, visiting Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. End the adventure with a magical day on Capri, cruising to the mesmerizing Blue Grotto and exploring the island's enchanting streets.
- Arrive in vibrant Naples and enjoy free time to explore the city's lively streets and soak in the local atmosphere
- Guided Naples walking and street food tour – taste Tarallo Napoletano, cuoppo napoletano, folded pizza portafoglio and sfogliatella along Via dei Tribunali and Spaccanapoli
- Visit San Gregorio Armeno, the famous street of nativity scenes, and receive a lucky Neapolitan Corno from a historic workshop
- 2.5-hour guided tour of Pompeii – explore the Forum, Via dell'Abbondanza, the Theater District, House of the Faun and haunting plaster casts
- Guided walk through Sorrento's old town – Piazza Tasso, the Cathedral, Cloister of San Francesco and sweeping Bay of Naples views from Villa Comunale
- Full-day Amalfi Coast experience – explore Positano, Amalfi's Sant'Andrea Cathedral and Ravello's Villa Rufolo sea-view gardens
- Magical day on Capri – speedboat cruise along the coastline and visit to the legendary Blue Grotto with its otherworldly blue glow
- 5 nights in Naples with daily breakfast included – choose 3-star or 4-star hotel
6-Day Best of South Italy Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
Welcome to Naples
Upon arriving in Naples, make your way to the hotel and check in. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace — take a leisurely stroll through the city's vibrant streets and start soaking in the local charm and atmosphere.
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Day 2
Naples Walking Tour & Street Food Experience
Your day tour starts at the Duomo di Napoli — officially the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta but better known as the Duomo di San Gennaro. From here, stroll along lively Via dei Tribunali, lined with shops, cafés and local charm. Taste the traditional Tarallo Napoletano, a spicy almond cookie, at the city's oldest bakery. Continue to San Gregorio Armeno, the famous "street of nativity scenes," where artisans craft detailed cribs and figurines. Visit a historic workshop and receive a lucky Neapolitan Corno.
Next, step into the serene Chiesa di Santa Chiara, a Gothic church and monastery with a small museum and library. Nearby, in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, admire one of Naples' most beautiful squares, framed by the Gesù Nuovo Church and the ornate Guglia dell'Immacolata. Walk along Spaccanapoli and stop at Piazza San Domenico Maggiore to enjoy a cuoppo napoletano. Then visit elegant Galleria Umberto I, a 19th-century glass-domed arcade, and the historic Teatro San Carlo, the world's oldest working opera house. Finally, stroll down Via Toledo toward Piazza del Plebiscito, explore the colourful Spanish Quarters, and end your day with a folded pizza portafoglio, followed by a baba or sfogliatella and Neapolitan espresso.
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Day 3
Pompeii and Sorrento
Your day begins with a scenic drive from Naples to Pompeii for a 2.5-hour guided tour. Enter through Porta Marina to explore the Forum — Pompeii's political and commercial heart. Stroll along Via dell'Abbondanza with its shops and chariot tracks, visit the Theater District, bath complex, colourful Lupanare, and a Thermopolium — an ancient street food stop. See the grand House of the Faun with its famed Alexander Mosaic, the lively Macellum market, and the haunting plaster casts of Pompeii's final moments.
Continue to Sorrento for a leisurely afternoon by the sea. Enjoy a guided walk from lively Piazza Tasso through the old town. Admire Vallone dei Mulini's green gorge, Sorrento's ornate Cathedral, and the serene Cloister of San Francesco. From Villa Comunale, take in sweeping Bay of Naples views. Discover local wood inlay artistry, then enjoy free time for lunch, shopping, or relaxing along Sorrento's sunlit coast before returning to Naples.
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Day 4
Positano, Amalfi & Ravello
Experience the Amalfi Coast and uncover the cliffside treasures of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. Meet your guide in Naples and board a bus to Positano. Upon arrival in Amerigo Vespucci Square, enjoy an hour of free time to explore the beaches, cafés and boutiques before heading to Amalfi by scenic boat (or bus in winter).
Spend two hours discovering Amalfi at your leisure — visit the striking Sant'Andrea Cathedral or take an optional boat ride (extra fee). End your journey in enchanting Ravello, with an hour to wander its streets, savour local gelato, or admire Villa Rufolo's sea-view gardens before returning to Naples.
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Day 5
Capri, Anacapri & Blue Grotto
Discover the enchanting Blue Grotto on this unforgettable experience. Cruise along the breathtaking coastline by speedboat, taking in the crystal waters and dramatic cliffs. From Marina Grande, ascend to the island's heights where the Blue Grotto awaits. Step into a small paddle boat and be captivated by the cave's otherworldly blue glow. Inside, admire the rock formations and sunlight dancing on the waves — an experience of pure magic.
Embrace the serenity of this natural wonder before exploring more island gems, from Anacapri's charming streets to Capri's iconic landmarks. Please note: during peak season, visiting the Blue Grotto may involve long lines and limited capacity. If access is not possible due to conditions or weather, guides will suggest alternative attractions to ensure a satisfying and memorable tour. The tour may be led by a multilingual guide.
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Day 6
Farewell for Now
Your vacation comes to an end this morning with breakfast. Time to say goodbye — for now — until your next adventure.
What's Included
Accommodation
- 5 nights in Naples – Bed & Breakfast (standard room)
- Choice of 3-star or 4-star hotel
Guided Tours
- Naples Walking Tour & Street Food Experience
- Pompeii Guided Tour (2.5 hours) & Sorrento visit
- Positano, Amalfi & Ravello – Amalfi Coast Day Trip
- Capri, Anacapri & Blue Grotto – Day Trip by Speedboat
- Experienced English-speaking guide during activities and excursions
Meals
- 5 breakfasts (daily at hotel)
Transport
- Round-trip transportation from Naples meeting point on days with tours and activities
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Pre & post tour accommodation
- Optional experiences
- Other activities and services not listed under Included
- City tax (payable directly at the hotel)
- Transfers to/from meeting points for guided visits
- Transfers from/to stations or airports unless specified
Additional Information
- You will receive an e-ticket for this tour.
- This tour operates year-round, subject to availability.
- English-speaking guides provided for all included guided activities.
- During peak season, visiting the Blue Grotto in Capri may involve long lines and limited capacity. If access is not possible, or weather conditions do not allow it, guides will suggest alternative attractions to ensure a satisfying and memorable tour.
- Tour reference code: 330620
Dates & Availability
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes 5 nights hotel accommodation in Naples with daily breakfast, round-trip transportation from the Naples meeting point on days with tours and activities, and an experienced English-speaking guide during activities and excursions. Included tours are: a Naples walking and street food experience, a Pompeii guided tour and Sorrento visit, the Amalfi Coast day visiting Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, and a Capri day trip with Blue Grotto cruise.
The tour starts and ends in Naples. All 5 nights of accommodation are in Naples, which serves as your base for all included day trips and excursions throughout the tour.
The guided walking tour starts at the Duomo di Napoli and takes you along Via dei Tribunali, San Gregorio Armeno (the street of nativity scenes), Santa Chiara church, Piazza del Gesù Nuovo and Spaccanapoli. You will taste local specialties including Tarallo Napoletano, cuoppo napoletano, folded pizza portafoglio, and sfogliatella with Neapolitan espresso. The tour also visits Galleria Umberto I, Teatro San Carlo and Piazza del Plebiscito.
The day begins with a 2.5-hour guided tour of Pompeii, entering through Porta Marina to explore the Forum, Via dell'Abbondanza, the Theater District, bath complex, Lupanare, a Thermopolium, the House of the Faun and the haunting plaster casts. The afternoon continues to Sorrento for a guided walk through Piazza Tasso, the old town, Vallone dei Mulini, Sorrento's Cathedral, the Cloister of San Francesco and Villa Comunale with Bay of Naples views.
The Amalfi Coast day visits Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. Travel between Positano and Amalfi is by scenic boat (or bus in winter). In Positano you have free time to explore beaches, cafés and boutiques. In Amalfi you have two hours to visit the Sant'Andrea Cathedral or take an optional boat ride (extra fee). In Ravello there is time to wander the streets and admire Villa Rufolo's sea-view gardens.
Yes. The Capri day trip includes a speedboat cruise along the coastline and a visit to the Blue Grotto, where you step into a small paddle boat to experience the cave's otherworldly blue glow. Please note that during peak season the Blue Grotto may involve long lines and limited capacity. If access is not possible due to conditions or weather, guides will suggest alternative attractions.
The tour starts from US $1,485 per person, reduced from the standard price of US $2,320 — a saving of 36%. Price varies by departure date and hotel category selected.