Rome to Pompeii, Sorrento & Capri: 2-Day South Italy Tour

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Overview

Embark on a 2-day comprehensive tour from Rome to Italy’s Campania region. Experience Naples, delve into UNESCO-listed Pompeii's archaeological wonders, and stroll through Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy a boat trip to Capri island (seasonal). This tour, blending guided segments with leisure time, offers a perfect introduction to Southern Italy's highlights. Overnight stay in Sorrento is provided.

• Visit Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento and Capri on this 2-day tour from Rome 
• Explore the UNESCO-listed excavations at Pompeii with a guide 
• Take a tour of the island of Capri, and see the Blue Grotto on a boat ride (weather depending) 
• Enjoy overnight 4-star hotel accommodation in Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast

Your 2-day tour from Rome to the Campania region of Southern Italy starts with a coach ride to Naples, followed by a visit to the ancient city of Pompeii, a World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved archaeological and volcanic ruins. You’ll end the day on the spectacular Amalfi Coast in the town of Sorrento, where overnight accommodation is included (select your level of hotel when booking). 

The next morning, head out on a day trip to the island of Capri, home of the Blue Grotto, before returning to Rome by coach.

(For winter trips, when the tour to Capri does not operate, you’ll spend the day at your leisure in Sorrento).

Day: 1 Rome → Naples → Pompeii → Sorrento 4 Stops 

1. Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri 

Morning: Departure & Journey Depart from Rome's city center, enjoying a pickup service from your central hotel (if within service range) or reaching the designated meeting point on your own, at least 20 minutes before the departure time. 

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 

2. Naples 

Travel via highway to southern Italy (at least one stop en route for rest and refreshments). Enjoy panoramic views of Naples from its hilly tops. (Photo opportunities from the bus!) 

2 hours 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 

3. Pompeii Archaeological Park 

After enjoying a traditional pizza at a local restaurant, embark on your guided exploration of Pompeii's archaeological park. Here are 3 highlights that most visitors find captivating: The Forum: surrounded by many important public buildings, and with its ruined temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches, the Forum provides insight into the daily life and priorities of the ancient city's inhabitants. Villa of the Mysteries: it is famous for its stunning frescoes, especially those located in one room which depicts the initiation rites of the Dionysian cult. The vivid colors and detailed depictions offer visitors a glimpse into the religious and social practices of the time. Lupanar (Brothel): arguably among the most visited sites in Pompeii, the Lupanar showcases frescoes that served as a 'menu' for patrons. The two-story building contains multiple rooms with stone beds, giving visitors a rare look into the intimate aspects of daily life in ancient Pompeii.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included 

4. Sorrento 

Evening:  Arrival in Sorrento Check into the 4-star hotel and get ready to savor a formal dinner experience. 

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free Accommodation: 

Accommodation: Overnight stay in a 4* hotel in Sorrento (Hotel details are to be provided one week before the tour). 

Meals: Lunch Dinner 

Day: 2 Sorrento → Capri → Rome 2 Stops 

1. Porto di Sorrento 

Morning: Sorrento & Capri Adventure Wander through Sorrento, absorbing its charm. Set sail to Capri (High Season: April to October). Includes a ferry ticket. Visit the enchanting Blue Grotto (subject to weather and sea conditions). Note: If Capri is not within reach that day, guests will receive free time to explore Sorrento further. If the sea conditions do not allow a visit to the Blue Grotto, this will be replaced with the Faraglioni rocks or a visit of the Capri historic town centre. The Blue Grotto is a suggestive natural cave, where the colors of the sea are reflected, creating a unique chromatic triumph. 

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included 

2. Blue Grotto Afternoon: Lunch (included only until the end of October 2023). Evening: Depart for Rome, marking the end of the adventure. 

5 hours • Admission Ticket Included 

Accommodation: Not included 

Meals: Break fast Lunch

Meeting point 

Repubblica 00185 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy 

Self-Arrival Option: * Arrive at Via Luigi Einaudi, adjacent to Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri church, 20 minutes before the tour begins. * Spot our team wearing the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Repubblica stop.

Start time 

07:30 AM 

End point 

This activity ends back at the meeting point. 

Pickup details 

Hotel Pickup Details: * For hotel transport, contact us at least 24 hours before your tour for confirmed pick-up timing. * Be prepared in the hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up. Self-Arrival Option: * If your accommodation isn't within our pickup service area, please come directly to the tour's starting point. * Arrive at Via Luigi Einaudi, adjacent to Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri church, 20 minutes before the tour begins. * Spot our team wearing the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Repubblica stop.