Grand Tour of Italy
- Return flights
- 14 nights in 4-star hotels
- 23 meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 8 dinners
Mon-Fri: 0900 -1800 Sat: 09:00 - 17:00 Sun& BH: Closed
Mon-Fri: 0900 -1800 Sat: 09:00 - 17:00 Sun& BH: Closed
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Your base for this festive holiday is the lively resort of Sorrento on the Sorrento Peninsula. You'll have plenty of time to explore Sorrento and an optional excursion could take you to the ruined city of Pompeii for a fascinating guided tour. On Christmas Day you'll enjoy a traditional festive lunch before experiencing Salerno's magical Luci D'Artista, a fabulous display of art. Spend Boxing Day in Caserta, where you'll discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta.
You are free to explore Sorrento at your own pace today. Perhaps take in breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery, enter one of the resort's fascinating museums or take a seat at a pavement café. The main square, Piazza Tasso, is the place to head if you want to watch the locals as they finish their Christmas shopping. You could pick up some last-minute gifts yourself - handmade leather goods and the famous limoncello liqueur are specialities here. We’ll gather together in the evening for a Christmas Eve dinner with typical Italian Christmas Cake.
Meals included: B,DIt's Christmas Day, so enjoy a leisurely morning. Later, we'll make our way to Salerno. A walking tour will introduce us to the city's historic centre, its atmospheric Christmas market and the magical Luci D'Artista, or artists' lights. This spectacular display of art, which usually follows four themes, fills the streets, piazzas and gardens, and is an enchanting sight..
Meals included: B,DYou could spend today relaxing after the Christmas festivities, or join an optional excursion where you'll visit the exceptional archaeological site of Pompeii, which we'll reach by train. This infamous Roman town was frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, when it was buried by hot ash. You're going to explore in great company, as a Local Guide leads you through its maze of streets. As you stroll you'll get a fascinating insight into the last days of the people who lived here. You'll see villas still decorated with brightly painted mosaics, Roman baths and even bakeries that still have their bread ovens and flour grinders intact.
Meals included: B,DThis morning you'll take a guided tour of the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta and its beautiful fountain-filled gardens. This is said to be the world's largest Royal Palace, and during your tour you will see the Bourbon Nativity in the Royal Apartment.
Later, enjoy time at leisure to explore the enchanting medieval hamlet of Casertavecchia, adorned with Christmas lights.
Spend today exactly as you wish, relax at the hotel or further explore Sorrento.
Meals included: B,DWe will transfer you to the airport today for your flight back to the UK.
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You will stay in the heart of Sorrento at the 4-star Hotel Michelangelo in Sorrento.
Hotel features include two restaurants serving traditional cuisine, a bar, lounge and roof garden. Bedrooms have private facilities, mini-bar, hairdryer, TV and internet access.
Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional experiences to your holiday before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour
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