EXAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1 | Departing for Italy
Fri. Aug. 15, 2025
 Group 1 Departing CVG 8/15/25 |  Group 2 Departing TPA 8/15/25 |
Day 2 | Arrival in Naples, Italy
Sat. Aug. 16
NAPLES AIRPORT
CAPODOCHINO, ITALY (NAP)
Flights T.B.D.
Pickup at the Airport by Alessandro Sabetta
Alessandro will greet you at the airport for your transfer to B&B Al Vicolo Cileto in Felitto.
Days 2-5 | Felitto, Italy
Sat. – Wed., 16-20 August 2025
You will be hosted by Alessandro, in a centuries old building he lovingly converted into a charming B&B. Breakfast is typical Italian fare of the region, with delicious local fresh fruits and pastries.
Azienda Agricola Marco Rizzo
The Marco Rizzo Farm is a young Cilento company that produces cold-pressed organic extra virgin olive oil. The company covers an area of 111 acres in the municipality of Felitto, located close to the Gole del Calore: the pristine hinterland of the Cilento National Park.
Marco Rizzo extra virgin olive oil is the result of a project to recover and study some native varieties of the Salerno Valle del Calore, such as Carpellese, Rotondella, Nostrale di Felitto.
Four labels of organic extra virgin olive oil are produced from these varieties. The three monocultivars, bottled with the names Ìncipit, Impronta, Talismano, are olives harvested while still green and exclusively on the plant. Racconto is a blend of farm cultivars.
The result is an extra virgin olive oil with very low acidity, rich in polyphenols, vitamins and aromatic substances. (www.oliorizzo.it 2024)
OPTION: by Allessandro
Imprint Experience
- 10 am Excursion among the centuries-old olive trees to discover the native cultivars of Cilento / Guide to the processing processes in the mill.
- 11 am Sensory analysis lesson on the recognition of the organoleptic merits and defects of olive oils / Guided tastings of extra virgin olive oils
- 12:30 pm Pairings with food and olive oil / 6-course tasting menu.
- 3:30 pm Guided Walk to the Calore Gorge.
Wed. August 20, 2025 | Depart Felitto
Alessandro will arrange transportation to Naples for the next segment of your trip.
OPTION A: A Stay in Naples | Aug. 20-23
OPTION B: A Stay on the Amalfi Coast
La Bussola
It is situated on Lungomare dei Cavalieri, 16 on the sea front. Saint Andrew’s Cathedral, the bus station and the port, from which you can take a boat or the hydrofoil, are walking distance from the hotel.
A three-night stay in a Superior, sea view room, with breakfast included are $1,627, including city tax.
A three-night stay in a Superior, sea view room, with breakfast included are $1,627, including city tax. A partial sea view room with two twin beds is $1,251.
La Bussola Hotel
The hotel is in a building that in 1900 was originally a pasta factory. It is on the seafront and conveniently located, just a short walk to the center of the city. Your breakfast is included. (map)
Contact Vince to Book
Who does Vince know who does tours of the lemon groves? Georgia does tours! Interested? Jane Pauley and the CBS Sunday Morning show have the story “Growing lemons on the Amalfi Coast” here.
- Walk among the lemon groves.
- Visit the farm and a enjoy a refreshing break with typical products such as lemonade and lemon pie.
- Visit the Museum of rural culture, arts and crafts.
- TripAdvisor Reviews
Contact Vince to Book
Amalfi Heaven Gardens
Cooking Class
Learn the secrets of Italian cooking from local chefs in the terraced gardens of the stunning Amalfi Coast. Enjoy the intimate and friendly atmosphere of a small-group cooking class, taste typical local products and savor the dishes you’ve prepared.
Arriving from Amalfi
- On foot: Take a nice walk of about 20 minutes in the direction of Positano and up the stairs from the road. Gardens entrance is on the right, in front of G.A.S. Bar.
- By bus: Take a bus in the direction of Sorrento, Agerola or Pogerola and ask the driver to be dropped off at G.A.S. Bar. The journey takes just 3 minutes. We are just up the stairs in front of G.A.S. Bar. Tickets CANNOT be bought on board; you need to buy them before to get on the bus. Bus schedules can be checked on sitasudtrasporti.it/orari (select Campania).
Friday, May 10, 2024 | Visit to Capri
This trip is weather dependent as the ferries don’t run when the sea is too rough. Travel is by the NLG ferry to Capri.
Depart Amalfi for Trip to Capri at 10:30 am
To get to the center of Capri from Marina Grande, the fastest method is the funicular (map), which climbs uphill through lemon groves and drops you directly in the Piazzetta.
- Departures: every 15 minutes (more often at peak times).
- Duration: 15 minutes
- Ticket price: EUR 2.20
The Marina Grande ticket office is not located at the entrance to the funicular, but at the end of the arrival pier to the right (facing land), near the high speed ferry ticket offices. You can also bring small pets on board. To transport large suitcases, you must purchase a supplement ticket.
The funicular closes from January through March for maintenance. During these months, you’ll need to take the substitute bus route.
Walking Times
- Capri – Marina Grande: 15 minutes or less. The road begins at the Piazzetta behind the clock tower, then follow the signage for the port.
- Marina Grande – Capri: 30 minutes – Take the road that climbs opposite the “banchinella”, where ships and boats dock (pier 21). The road is a steep uphill climb with a number of steps, so best avoided if you have luggage!
- Capri – Marina Piccola: it’s not worth the effort to take the bus! Just walk there by taking the Via Mulo stairs down to the port, which begin at Due Golfi.
- Anacapri – Marina Grande: 20 minutes along the spectacular Scala Fenicia stairway, which begins at the gardens of Axel Munthe’s Villa). There are around 1,000 steps that are quite high, so you need to be in good shape!
- Capri – Anacapri: 1 hour – Note: all uphill!
- Anacapri – Capri: Half an hour – Keep a close watch for the staircases that are a shortcut!
Do you want to call a taxi?
- Taxi Anacapri, Piazza Vittoria – 081 8371175
- Taxi Capri, Piazza Martiri D’Ungheria – 081 8371175
- Radio Taxi Capri – 081 8370543 (24h)
OPTION: A Stay in Rome | Aug. 20-24, 2024
Hotel President: a 4-star hotel in the historic center of Rome: 3 Nights
Comfort Room, 2 Twin Beds with Breakfast 4-nights $754.
Class, luxury and functionality are what represents Best Western Hotel President 4-star hotel, the ideal place for your stay in Rome near the Termini railway station and in the heart of its enchanting historic centre.
Situated in the core of the Eternal City, placed near the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the Colosseum, the spectacular Domus Aurea, and few steps away from the shopping area, the hotel is housed in a stately and elegant modern building.
A few metres from the hotel, here is the Metro A subway line and several public transportations stops to ensure you a fast and functional link with the rest of the City, for a comfortable permanence in complete freedom and independence.
Rome | Colosseum – Forum – Palatine Hill
Small Group Tour Colosseum Experience 3:00 pm
Meeting point: Arrive 10 min. prior.
Arch of Constantine, Via di S. Gregorio
Your guide will be holding a Yellow Carpe Diem Rome flag.
Rome Adventures: +390694503722
Overview Journey back to the days of imperial Rome during this guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Choose from convenient, flexible departure times all day long. Listen to riveting tales of ancient gladiators and warring emperors as you stroll through iconic, well-preserved ruins. Admission tickets are included. A time-saver guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Cover three of Rome’s most iconic ancient attractions in just a couple of hours Listen to in-depth commentary from your guide on the days of imperial rule. Enjoy panoramic views overlooking the city’s historic center
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Originally a marketplace, the Forum was the center of day-to-day life in Rome: the site of triumphal processions and elections and the venue for public speeches, criminal trials and gladiatorial matches. It has been called the most celebrated meeting place in the world, and in all history.
🎟️ Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Tour (Viator)
View major works by Raphael, Michelangelo, and other masters, and marvel at the Sistine Chapel.
Skip the line: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Tour .
Meeting Point: Crown Tours
Via Mocenigo, 15 +393891747646
End Point: St. Peter’s Basilica
Tickets have a strict entrance time. It is mandatory to be there at least 30 minutes before activity time. Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entrance as this could mean the group has already left. Under those circumstances as per standard policy no refund will be issued.
The office is located about 200 meters northwest from the entrance of the Vatican Museums, going down the steps, take first left onto Via Sebastiano Veniero, keep walking straight until the end of the street and then turn right, you will find yourself on Via Mocenigo. The office is located in front of the “Cucaracha” restaurant. The activity coordinators will be easy to spot wearing a purple shirt with the company logo.
Option
Vatican Museum (Directions)
There are requirements for entry to the Vatican Museums. Please read this prior to your visit. This is a timed entry with an audio guide and you can plan on 2-3 hours for your visit.
Cipro – Musei Vaticani: The closest stop to the Vatican Museums and to the Sistine Chapel.
Florence, Italy
Please watch this video on the train between Rome and Florence.
Loggiato dei Serviti
This upscale hotel in a 16th-century structure facing a square is a 3-minute walk from the Accademia Gallery, a 7-minute walk from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
The elegant rooms offer period furniture, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and desks. They also come with minibars.
Breakfast is served in a casual dining room. Other amenities include a low-key bar, a TV room and a lobby lounge.
Area Attractions
The Gate of Cilento Underground
At the gates of the National Park of Cilento, Vallo di Diano and Alburni, the Castelcivita Caves are about 4800 m in length. The complex is one of the largest speleological complexes in southern Italy. Download an audio guide before entering.
May Entrance Hours
Mon.- Sat. 10:30 am -12:00 pm
1:30 pm -3 pm
Sundays 10:30 am -12:00 pm
1:30 pm -4:30 pm
Travelmar Ferry (timetable)
Salerno, Piazza Concordia ➜ Amalfi
Departures at 08:40 ⛴️ 09:40 ⛴️ 10:40 ⛴️ 11:40 ⛴️ 13.00*⛴️14:10 ⛴️ 15:30 ⛴️ 16:40*⛴️ 18:00* ⏱️35m €10
*via Vietri/Cetara/Maiori/Minori ⏱️60m
Map from Salerno Train Station to the Ferry Port
Amalfi to Capri
Private Boat with Skipper and Visit to Grottos and Capri
You will enjoy a relaxing private boat excursion with pickup and return in Amalfi. Cruise along the beautiful coast, enjoying the drinks that are included. Visits to the Blue Grotto (entrance fee 14€) and Emerald Grotto (entrance fee 7€) and stops along the way. Lunch in Capri before returning to Amalfi. The 10-meter nel blu di pinto is all yours’s! (€1000)
The Amalfi Coast
Discover the stunning Path of the Gods, without stress on this private tour along the Amalfi Coast. Be led by a professional, local tour guide. If you want to enrich your day, you can best choose the option with private transfer and local lunch included.
Click here for info and to book.
Rome
- Cipro – Musei Vaticani: The closest stop to the Vatican Museums and to the Sistine Chapel.
- Ottaviano – San Pietro: This station is a few minutes’ walk from St. Peter’s Square and St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Spagna: Very convenient for visiting Piazza di Spagna and Villa Borghese.
- Barberini – Fontana di Trevi: This station is five minutes away from Trevi Fountain It is also the closest station to Piazza Navona and the Pantheon.
- Termini: Stops at Roma Termini railway station. Here, visitors can take the Leonardo Express to get to Fiumicino Airport.
Basilica of Saint Peter Self-Guided Tours
Vatican: Museums & Sistine Chapel
Take a stirring journey through art and religious history with skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Avoid the long ticket lines and then enjoy your visit at your own pace. Wander through the Greek Cross Gallery to see elaborately-carved sarcophagi that might just contain the earthly remains of some of antiquity’s famous kings and queens.
Peek at the Cabinet of the Masks, or tour the Sala degli Animali to see a virtual menagerie of fantastic beasts, real and imagined. Walk the Upper Galleries, including the Gallery of Maps, to see how cartographers depicted the world through the ages.
See masterpieces by Renaissance masters in the Raphael Rooms, and rest for a while in the Borgia Apartments. Then, it’s time to marvel at Michelangelo’s exquisite Sistine Chapel, the crown jewel of the Vatican, and perhaps even of all the world’s art treasures.
Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo with Reserved Ticket
Click here for some history on the Castel.
Day 13 – Depart Rome, Italy at 12:25 pm
Thurs
Return Home
Links for More Information
Rome In 3 Days – How to Get the Most Out of Your Trip!
Rome with Kids – Fun things to do, what’s free, what to expect (romewise.com)
Rome Taxi- Guide to Taxi to/from airport and city center.
GetYourGuide – Please book through this link.
PACKING LIST
Water Shoes, the beaches are primarily rocky.
