DAY 3, Thursday - Tour Capri
Today's morning tour includes the highlights of Capri, including a visit to the Villa San Michele in Anacapri. The afternoon is at leisure in Capri
Overnight: Capri
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Capri to Sorrento, Tour Amalfi Coast
This morning depart Capri and take the hydrofoil back to Sorrento. Upon arrival, continue with a scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast. Pass the distinctive white Moorish homes of Positano on this legendary road overlooking the Mediterranean to reach the coastal town of Amalfi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to your hotel in Sorrento
Overnight: Sorrento
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Saturday - Pompeii Sightseeing En Route to Rome
Today depart Sorrento and drive north to Pompeii. Visit the ruins of this best preserved Roman city, including the Temples of Apollo and Jupiter, and the Forum. Continue north to Rome, passing by the famous Monte Cassino Abbey, founded by St. Benedict of Norcia in 529 AD. Destroyed on four separate occasions, it was last rebuilt after being the site of fierce fighting during the Second World War. Proceed to your hotel in Rome
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6, Sunday - Ancient Rome Tour
This morning, a historic tour of "ancient Rome" takes you to the Roman Forum, the political center during the Roman Republic, the triumphal Arch of Constantine, the Arch of Titus and the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built in the Roman Empire. Enjoy the afternoon and evening at leisure
Optional: Piazzas of Rome (PM)
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Monday - Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Today begins with the visit to the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's breathtaking Sistine Chapel. Stroll through St. Peter's Square, passing Bernini's famous colonnade, to visit St. Peter's Basilica, where you will view Michelangelo's Pieta. This highly-finished marble sculpture depicts the body of Jesus in the arms of Mary after the Crucifixion, and was created for the funeral monument of French cardinal Jean de Billheres. The remainder of the day is at leisure
Optional: Dinner with Opera Singers and Illumination Drive
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Tuesday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast