After an informative talk about the Amalfi Coast, venture out for a spectacular day! Enjoy a visit to the delightful town of Amalfi. Take an orientation tour and see the town's beautiful cathedral. After free time, board a boat for a cruise to Positano. Glide along the Amalfi Coast, a brilliant tapestry of mountains, tree-covered cliffs and houses painted in pastel hues. Upon arrival, discover why this down is so special! Beautiful Positano has been lauded by poets and artists for centuries.

Travel back in time to the ancient civilization of Paestum. Founded in the seventh century B.C., Paestum was overgrown by vegetation and forgotten for 1,000 years. Today, the remarkable site is host to ancient walls, temples, ruins and frescoes. Enjoy an encounter with spirited local residents as they share their personal stories and insights. Tonight, gather for an in-depth discussion about the Naples’ National Museum.

The streets of Naples are an exuberant symphony where piazzas echo with Italian chatter, children chase soccer balls and laundry flutters from window wash lines. You’ll quickly be charmed by this lively, friendly city during a panoramic tour. Historians will enjoy visiting the insightful Museo Archeologico Nazionale. And, get ready to inhale the aroma of wood-fired pizza dough as you learn how to make traditional Neopolitan pizza.

Vietri sul Mare is the quintessential setting for fairytale charm. Grab a chair at a local café and simply take in the scenery. Or, join the Elective Activity to the Isle of Capri, the perfect opportunity to explore the scenic lanes, galleries and boutiques along Capri’s main streets. You may also wish to visit the beautiful Augustus Gardens! Gather tonight for a lecture about mighty Mount Vesuvius.

Stroll through the haunting archaeological sites of Herculaneum and Pompeii, destroyed after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius A.D. 79. The small seaside town of Herculaneum was preserved by mudflows and offers captivating treasures while Pompeii was covered in fiery hot ash. Today, their archaeological mazes and sacred rubble exude an ominous allure, revealing a distant period of human civilization. The days ends with an insightful discussion about Italian society and life in Campania.

Join an orientation tour of sunny Sorrento, bursting with alfresco cafes, local boutiques and shops selling local lemoncello. Next, travel to a countryside cheese and olive oil farm outside of Sorrento. Journey through rolling green hills to a family-owned farm. Here, gain insight these locally made products, tour the farm and olive groves, and taste some of the products. Tonight, raise a toast of celebration during a Farewell Reception and Dinner.

After breakfast, bid farewell to the magical Amalfi Coast and transfer to Naples airport for your return home.

NOTE: Itinerary may change due to local conditions.