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Bell Tours Presents… Rome & The Amalfi Coast Featuring Pompeii and Paestum Highlights: For more information on this vacation, contact Any Bell family member at Bell Tours Phone: 1 (225) 753-8801 or out of area 1.800.429.9236. E-mail:don@belltours.net or whit@belltours.net or vaughn@belltours.net . Day 1: Overnight Flight Journey through southern Italy and experience its rich scenery, art, culture, food and wine! Witness the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast, discover the ruins of Pompeii, explore the most well preserved Greek temples outside of Greece while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop village of Ravello. In addition, participate in an exclusive visit to a traditional ceramic factory, taste the local lemon liquor, and visit a local mozzarella cheese facility. Your adventure begins with an overnight flight to Italy. Day 2: Arrive Rome, Italy Your tour begins in Rome, "the Eternal City". This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring local delicacies and wines. (D) Day 3: Rome This morning you may wish to participate in an optional tour to the "Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican Museums". Later, enjoy a panoramic tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Rome is highlighted through the legendary Spanish Steps and the beautiful Trevi Fountain. (B) Day 4: Rome - Ravello - Vietri-sul-Mare Depart Rome and journey south to the Amalfi Coast. In the picturesque village of Ravello you will visit Wagner's Villa Rufolo with its spectacular panorama. Also visit a local ceramics studio to learn about this important regional craft. Your day ends in the beautiful town of Vietri-sul-Mare, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. (B, D) Day 5: Vietri-sul-Mare - Sorrento - Amalfi Coast - Vietri-sul-Mare Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. In Sorrento, visit local artisans and watch them demonstrate the art of inlaid wood making. Next, travel the Amalfi Drive where stunning views exist around every bend in the road. En route, you will view picturesque Positano and in Amalfi, enjoy free time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and cafes. Indulge in regional specialties during a stop in Minori when you visit a Limoncello producer and a local pastry shop and sample their wares. (B) Day 6: Vietri-sul-Mare - Paestum - Vietri-sul-Mare After breakfast, enjoy a visit to Paestum where a local guide will escort you through some of the best preserved Greek temples outside of Greece. Next, learn about one of Italy's most famous products during a tour of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory. End your day with dinner at a popular local restaurant. (B, D) Day 7: Vietri-sul-Mare - Capri - Vietri-sul-Mare Delight in a boat trip (weather permitting) to the wonderful Mediterranean island of Capri. A local guide provides an interesting tour of this island paradise. Later, enjoy free time to explore the town of Capri, shop its elegant designer shops, or sip a coffee in the Piazza and watch the world go by. (B, D) Day 8: Vietri-sul-Mare - Pompeii - Naples - Vietri-sul-Mare Experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. The forms of people who died in Pompeii are evident and cast an insight into how they lived. Later, you proceed to colorful and vibrant Naples. Enjoy a visit to the fascinating National Archeological Museum, one of the finest in the world. (B) Day 9: Vietri-sul-Mare - Rome Enjoy a morning of leisure to relax or do some last minute shopping in charming Vietri-sul-Mare before you depart for Rome. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a marvelous trip to Italy. (B, D) Day 10: Rome - Tour Ends (B) *Unless otherwise noted, this offer is land only, valid on new retail bookings only and not combinable with any offer. All special offers are only valid for a set period of time, which varies by offer. Please also refer to our Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions for more information. |
 
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