Treasures of Naples Short Break - Unique Small Group

Upon arrival in Naples, we will be met at the airport by our local representative and transferred to our hotel.

Enjoy a welcome Meal on arrival at our hotel. This is a great opportunity to get to know other members of our group and to pick up plenty of tips and information from our local guide.

Join us this morning as explore the culinary scene of Naples, renowned as the birthplace of pizza and home to a rich culinary heritage lets enjoy this guided street food tour. As we explore the city’s culinary scene we will be spoilt for choice with sweet & savoury treats as we are guided on a gastronomic journey through the city’s bustling neighbourhoods and historic landmarks. 

You will have the afternoon at leisure where you can continue to explore more of Naples at your own pace. Relax on a piazza and enjoy a traditional pastry sfogliatella or visit the famous Castel Nuovo. 

After breakfast, depart our hotel for Naples's port. We will travel by hydrofoil to the charming island of Procida, known for its colourful buildings and picturesque coastline. Enjoy this guided tour as we explore the narrow streets with small squares hiding its treasures from the world. Our tour will bring us to the Marina Grande famous for its colourful houses along the port, we will continue onto Terra Murata the historical and cultural centre of the island from here we will have a scenic view point over the gulf of Naples. Finally we arrive into the oldest fishing village of Procida, Marina Corricelle famous for its narrow streets that open onto small squares full of sun. 

After our guided tour of this beautiful island, we will enjoy a limoncello tasting. Limoncello is a traditional Italian liqueur renowned for its bright, citrusy favour and vibrant yellow hue. Limoncello holds a special place in Italian culture and cuisine, particularly in the southern regions of Italy where lemons thrive in the sunny climate. It is often enjoyed as a traditional digestif or aperitivo, served ice-cold in small, chilled glasses to enhance its refreshing qualities. Here we will have to relax and enjoy this famous Italian drink. 

Today we will visit the excavations of the ancient Roman town Herculaneum which was buried under volcanic ash during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Here we will have a guided tour of the well-preserved ruins of Herculaneum, marvelling at the ancient streets, houses, and public buildings. As we explore the streets of the Herculaneum, we will discover the city’s famed cameo workshops, where we will learn about the art of the cameo carving, skilled artisans once crafted intricate jewellery and decorative items from shells and precious stones. 

Today we will have a free day at leisure to explore more of Naples at our own pace. Stroll along the promenade Lungomare Caracciolo or enjoy some traditional Neapolitan pizza. 

Time to say 'arrivederci' to an unforgettable break in Naples. After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport, with guide assistance for our return flight home.