The Italian Riviera
Amalfi to Sicily - A Journey Through Southern Italy's Soul
About This Experience
This is not a tour of Southern Italy. It is an immersion - a carefully choreographed journey through the landscapes, flavours, and stories that have shaped one of the world's most captivating regions. From the vertiginous beauty of the Amalfi Coast to the wild, untamed spirit of Sicily, every day reveals a new facet of Italy's southern soul.
Journey Highlights
- Private yacht transfer along the Amalfi Coast
- Exclusive cooking class with a Michelin-starred chef
- After-hours visit to Pompeii with an archaeologist
- Wine tasting at a 16th-century Sicilian estate
- Hot air balloon sunrise over the Valley of the Temples
The Itinerary
Arrival in Naples
Private transfer to your clifftop suite in Ravello. Welcome dinner overlooking the Mediterranean.
Ravello & Amalfi
Morning visit to Villa Cimbrone's gardens. Afternoon exploration of Amalfi with a local historian. Evening aperitivo at a hidden terrace.
Amalfi Coast by Sea
Private yacht along the coast. Stop at a secluded cove for swimming. Lunch at a waterfront restaurant in Positano accessible only by boat.
Pompeii & Herculaneum
After-hours private tour of Pompeii with a leading archaeologist. Afternoon visit to the lesser-known Herculaneum.
Capri
Day trip to Capri by private boat. Visit the Blue Grotto, explore the Gardens of Augustus, lunch at a cliffside restaurant.
Journey to Puglia
Scenic drive through the countryside to Puglia. Settle into a restored masseria. Evening olive oil tasting.
Puglia Discoveries
Morning visit to the trulli houses of Alberobello. Afternoon cooking class featuring traditional Puglian cuisine. Dinner under the stars.
Matera
Explore the ancient cave dwellings of Matera - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Private lunch in a converted sassi restaurant.
Journey to Sicily
Flight to Catania. Private transfer to Taormina. Evening passeggiata and dinner with views of Mount Etna.
Mount Etna
Guided ascent of Europe's most active volcano. Wine tasting at a vineyard on Etna's slopes. Sunset dinner in Taormina.
Syracuse & Ortigia
Day exploring the ancient Greek city of Syracuse. Afternoon wandering the island of Ortigia. Fresh seafood dinner at the harbour.
Valley of the Temples
Hot air balloon sunrise over Agrigento's Valley of the Temples. Afternoon at a 16th-century wine estate. Farewell dinner.
Palermo
Morning transfer to Palermo. Street food tour through the historic markets. Private visit to the Cappella Palatina. Final evening dinner.
Departure
Leisurely breakfast. Private transfer to the airport. Arrivederci - until the next journey.
Visual Inspirations
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