South of Amalfi - Cilento, Basilicata and Calabria

SMALL GROUP NAPLES

Experience a New Paradise South of the Amalfi Coast: Cilento, Mountain Monasteries, Blue Grottoes, the Coast of Maratea and Dino Island

Tour Code TUR-01698

Duration 9 days

Group Type Small Group

Departs From Naples

Meeting Point Airport

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Overview

For those who want to enjoy an authentic experience in southern Italy away from the masses, this experience is for you! Explore the majestic Cilento Coast and incredible white sand beaches, blue grottoes, unspoilt coastlines and nearly deserted coasts and islands. Enjoy Maratea, Dino Island, the Cape of Polinuro and fall in love with authentic Italy!

Itinerary

Private Transfer to Santa Maria di Castellabate

Where We Visit: Santa Maria di Castellabate | Meeting Location: Airport

Upon arrival at the Naples train station or airport, our English speaking driver will be there to meet, greet and welcome you to the beautiful Campania region and transfer you to the beautiful sea-side town of Santa Maria di Castellabate, located one hour and fifteen minutes south of Naples (traffic permitting).

Here, you will be welcomed into the beautiful sea-front hotel and enjoy a gorgeous Mediterranean facing view.

You will have time to settle in, enjoy a panoramic walk through the town, a dip in the gorgeous Mediterranean or simply relax before our welcome group dinner this evening.

The Southern Cilento Coast, Blue Grotto and Palinuro by Private Boat

Where We Visit: Cilento Coast Campania

This morning at 09:00 AM, we will head south from Santa Maria di Castellabate into the magnificent Cilento Coast where you will experience one of the most un-touched and beautiful coastlines in Italy.

Gorgeous sea-side towns await you, with incredible white-sand beaches hemmed by olive groves and vineyards which seem to drop right into the sea.

We will head as far south as Palinuro (about a 1.5 hour drive), where we will board a boat that will take us around the cape of Palinuro. You will get to experience the magnificent Blue Grotto, many people say is more beautiful than that of Capri's and with far fewer tourists (part of the reason - our tour is on the alternative list of great experiences for those who don't want mass-tourism experiences in Italy).

After our visit to the Grotto we head around the cape where we will discover a truly mesmerizing cliff-face, which is one of the most impressive in Europe.

Heading further around the cape, we will head to the natural arches, beautiful beaches and stop at one of the beach-lidos for a wonderful and picturesque sea-food lunch right on the beach where you will have time for swimming, sunbathing and relaxing.

In the afternoon, we return to the mainland and head up to the Medieval, hill-top town of Pisciotta, where your luggage will already be in your room at the stunning hotel where you will have time to clean, relax and get ready for a light dinner on the hotel's magnificent terrace.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

English speaking professional tour guide
Excellent Photo Opportunities
Internet at All Hotels
Local and International Travel Assistance During your Tour
Local English speaking Driver Guide
Punctuality & Professionalism by our Staff and Associates

What's Not Included

Food and beverages not mentioned in the program
Gratuities of any type
Meals not mentioned in the program
Optional excursions during your tour
Travel Insurance

Pricing & Availability

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