Included Premium Highlights
- Explore the unique Trulli buildings of Alberobello - a UNESCO World Heritage listed site
- Visit the unique Sassi di Matera, ancient dwellings hewn from solid rock and the town of Castellaneta, situated on the Great Ravine and birthplace of Rudolph Valentino
- Enjoy an excursion to the charming fishing town of Cefalu and visit the catherdral
- Glimpse a moment of every day Roman life, as you tour the excavations of Pompeii
- Cruise to the island of Capri and ascend to Capri town by funicular railway
- Discover the wonders of ancient Rome as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum
Included Personal Insights
- As night falls, locals dress for the evening and enjoy 'the art of strolling the streets' Join us in the Italian social ritual of 'La Passeggiata'
- Hear the life story of Rudolph Valentino brought to life by a visit to Castellaneta
Included Additional Excursions & Sights
- A guided visit of Taormina's Greek theatre
- See the sub-tropical terraced gardens and stroll to Piazza 9 Aprile for panoramic views
- Guided tour of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento to see the Temple of Concord
- See the beautifully decorated Cathedral of Monreale
- See the Cathedral and visit the Palatine Chapel in Palermo
- 'Intarsio' inlay woodworking demonstration in Sorrento
- Tour St Peter's Basilica, mother church of the Catholic faith
- Scenic drives - Apennines, Calabria mountains, Sorrento cliff top road
Included First Class Services
- Escorted by a professional Tour Director
- Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet
- Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
- Overnight ferry from Palermo to Naples
- Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 1 and Day 13
Included Quality Dining
- Highlight Dinner of local cuisine with entertainment in Rome (HD)
- 12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 6 three-course table d'hote Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)