Hidden Treasures of Southern Italy
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 9-day tour that takes you through the heart of Italy's enchanting southern regions. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of historical sites, culinary delights, and breathtaking landscapes. From the bustling city of Naples, the charm of Bari, the medieval marvels of Castel del Monte, the culinary delights of Lecce, the stone houses of Alberobello, to the Grecian treasures of Paestum and the allure of Sorrento, this tour is a feast for the senses. Enjoy guided sightseeing, local cuisine tasting, and ample free time to explore at your own pace. The tour includes comfortable accommodation, meals, and transport, ensuring a hassle-free and memorable experience.
Included
Full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners
Motorcoach
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Accommodation is included
NAPLES - STARHOTEL TERMINUS
BARI - GRANDE ALBERGO DELLE NAZIONI
CELLINO SAN MARCO - TENUTE AL BANO CARRISI
CASTELLANA GROTTE - SEMIRAMIDE PALACE
SORRENTO - GRAND HOTEL VESUVIO
hotel: 8 night(s);
An expert guide is included.
The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19,
after 1 March, 2023
, we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators – like airlines – have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe.
The Globus family of brands previous policy – requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 –
remains in effect until 1 March, 2023
. Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated.
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The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021:
- Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination.
- For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel:
1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.
2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.
A SAFE & WARM WELCOME:
We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements.
BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE:
We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technology—including our Go Beyond Devices in Europe—enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions.
FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH:
To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests.
TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS:
Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.
COMMITMENT TO CLEAN:
As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures.
PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH:
The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operation—from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.
Headsets throughout the tour
Free wi-fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Naples
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Naples
- Naples - Arrival day
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Begin your Italian adventure in the vibrant city of Naples. Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner in your hotel at 6 pm. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Naples
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Naples
- Naples
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- Palazzo Venezia
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Discover the charm of Naples through a guided tour, including a visit to the regal Palazzo Reale. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps strolling along the promenade by the Bay of Naples to soak in the sunset on the Mediterranean Sea.
Day 3 – Day 3: Naples to Bari via Castel del Monte
Day 3 – Day 3: Naples to Bari via Castel del Monte
- Naples
- Bari
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- Castel del Monte
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Travel to the revered cultural site of Castel del Monte for a guided visit of this unique masterpiece of medieval military architecture. Continue to Bari, where you'll have free time to explore in the late afternoon and evening.
Day 4 – Day 4: Bari to Lecce via Ostuni
Day 4 – Day 4: Bari to Lecce via Ostuni
- Bari
- Lecce
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- Basilica di San Nicola
- Fontana
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Embark on a guided walking tour of Bari, visiting the Old Town and San Nicola's Church, and savor the local focaccia. Enjoy free time in Ostuni before heading to Lecce, where you'll have the afternoon and evening to explore at your leisure.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Lecce and Otranto
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Lecce and Otranto
- Lecce
- Otranto
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- Basilica di Santa Croce
- Torre Sant'Andrea
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Take a guided walking tour of Lecce, visiting the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica. Indulge in a local pasticciotto and almond coffee. Later, visit Otranto for some free time before returning to Lecce.
Day 6 – Day 6: Lecce to Alberobello via Castellana Grotte
Day 6 – Day 6: Lecce to Alberobello via Castellana Grotte
- Lecce
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- La Rotonda
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Visit Alberobello for a guided walking tour, including a visit to a traditional Trullo. Explore the stunning Castellana Grotte with a guided tour of the underground caves. Enjoy a wine and olive oil tasting followed by dinner at a local farmhouse.
Day 7 – Day 7: Alberobello to Sorrento via Paestum
Day 7 – Day 7: Alberobello to Sorrento via Paestum
Day 7: Alberobello to Sorrento via Paestum
Travel to the archaeological site of Paestum for a guided visit of this stunning example of Greek and Roman architecture. Continue to the picturesque town of Sorrento, your base for the next two days.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Sorrento
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Sorrento
Day 8: Exploring Sorrento
Enjoy an orientation walk in the old town of Sorrento. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the sun-washed beaches, bistros, and boutiques. End the day with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Sorrento
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Sorrento
- Naples - Departure day
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Your memorable Italian tour concludes with breakfast this morning. Safe travels until we meet again! The nearest airport is in Naples.
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