Pulcinella

See southern Italy highlights on your first day minitour
from Rome. Departure by coach heading south crossing the regions of Lazio and Campania. The first stop
is Naples, one of the most enchanting cities in the
Mediterranean famous worldwide for its rich history,
art, culture and gastronomy, where you will take a short
panoramic tour to discover its beauty from the comfort
of your coach climbing up the Vomero hill. The town
overlooks the bay of Naples which extends from the
Sorrento peninsula to volcanic area of Phlegrean fields,
and the skyline is dominated by the majestic and still
active volcano Vesuvius, offering an impressive sight
perfect to take stunning pictures. Descending towards
the port of Mergellina, you will leave the city and travel south towards Mount Vesuvius and, once you reach
the town of Pompeii, you will have lunch with the real
Neapolitan pizza! After lunch, you will enter into one of
the most important archaeological sites in the world:
a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of Pompeii,
with Skip the Line entrance and a guided tour. Through
the remains and ruins of this ancient city you will learn
how the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD destroyed
the city, killing its inhabitants and burying it under tons
of ash. The site was lost for about 1,500 years until its
initial rediscovery and the objects beneath the city have
been well-preserved for centuries. So you can walk
along the ancient streets for a glimpse into the lives
of the Romans, discovering ancient houses, bakeries
and shops and imagine the everyday life in the Roman
times. After the visit, you will drive along the Sorrentine
Coast, arriving in Sorrento for dinner (dress code: jacket
for men) and an overnight in your new hotel.