Southern Landscapes From Rome (Tour code: 14226)
Bari
Highlights
Sail along the Amalfi coast, passing by ruins of a Roman villa and the picturesque Island of Li Galli
Uncover the breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel ceiling and "The last Judgment" both by Michelangelo
Cancel booking
Are you sure you want to cancel this booking?
Book Now
Visit our Agent Portal for more info.
Make an enquiryOverview
Discover the capital of Italy and the Costiera Amalfitana with this 7-days independent train adventure from Rome to Bari. You will have a full week to explore hidden gems and must-see places in Central and South Italy. Start with a walking tour of Baroque Rome, followed by a Colosseum City tour the day after. After a full day at leisure to finish to discover Rome at your way. The next morning get on the high-speed train to reach Pompeii and its ancient ruins. You will then be transferred to Sorrento, and start exploring in the following days the pearls of the Costiera Amalfitana, such as the enchanting island of Capri. Afterwards, proceed to Naples where you will have the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of the city before proceeding to your last stop Bari, the capital of Puglia.
- ENTIRE Cooling-Off Period
- ENTIRE AUD Prices
- ENTIRE Change of Mind
- ENTIRE Industry Accredited
- ENTIRE On Ground Support
- ENTIRE Australian Owned
Inclusions
Itinerary
Intro Map
Day 1 Rome
Upon arrival, meet your driver and be transferred to the hotel by a private car.
Take your time to settle and relax. You can admire the most representative sites such as the magical Piazza Navona and the famous Pantheon. You will even have the possibility to make a wish, throwing a coin into the legendary Fontana di Trevi.
Overnight stay in Rome at Hotel Diana Roof Garden or similar.
Day 2 Rome
Enjoy a breakfast at your hotel.
Today you join our Imperial Tour of Rome to closely admire the monuments of the Roman Forum, enter the Colosseum and listen to our guide's presentation of the evocative history of ancient Rome and the gladiators' fights that took place there.
In the afternoon, free time to continue exploring the Eternal City. For the evening, we recommend a nice walk in the Trastevere district, full of typical restaurants.
Overnight stay in Rome at Hotel Diana Roof Garden or similar.
Day 3 Rome Sorrento via Pompeii
In the morning, after breakfast in the hotel, get on the high-speed train to Napoli.
Upon arrival in Naples, meet our driver and proceed to Pompeii where you will enjoy a 2-hour stop to visit the archaeological area (tickets included – guide not included but possibility to add it). This ancient Roman city was destroyed when Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD and buried it, preserving it under a sea of volcanic ash for nearly 1700 years.
At the end of the visit transfer to Sorrento, famous for its picturesque old town center and characteristic fisherman's village of Marina Grande, one of the most authentic treasures of the city.
Overnight stay in Sorrento at Hotel Michelangelo or similar.
Day 4 Sorrento Capri Sorrento
After breakfast, it is time to discover the island of Capri.
Today you will participate in a small group tour (max 20 pax) in Capri and Anacapri, with the famous Blue Grotto included. Through this excursion, you can visit the beautiful Blue Grotto, with its colors and atmosphere known throughout the world (NOTE: the visit of Blue Grotto is weather permitting). Afterwards, you can visit Anacapri and Capri and discover the beauties of this wonderful island (lunch not included).
In the afternoon, return to Sorrento by ferry. Once you arrive at the port, return to the hotel independently.
Overnight stay in Sorrento at Hotel Michelangelo or similar.
Day 5 Sorrento Naples
Breakfast in hotel in Sorrento and private transfer to Naples.
Arrival in Naples mid-morning. Leave your bags at the hotel (early check-in not guaranteed) and start exploring the famous capital of the Campania region on your own, a city rich in history, culture and culinary delights.
We suggest to head to the Cathedral of Naples, also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Here you can admire the Chapel of San Gennaro and the wonderful frescoes. Next, stroll along Spaccanapoli, the street that cuts through the historic center of the city. Visit the numerous churches along the route, such as the Church of Gesù Nuovo and the Basilica of Santa Chiara, with its suggestive majolica cloister. Take a lunch break in a historic pizzeria, where you can taste real Neapolitan pizza (not included).
Stroll through the Galleria Umberto I, an elegant example of 19th-century architecture, and then head to the nearby Piazza del Plebiscito, the largest square in Naples, surrounded by historic buildings such as the Royal Palace and the Basilica of San Francesco of Paola.
Overnight stay in Naples at Hotel Palazzo Caracciolo.
Day 6 Naples Caserta Bari
Breakfast at the hotel and private transfer to the Caserta train station, where you will take the high-speed train to Bari.
Arrival in Bari, private transfer to your hotel (early check-in not guaranteed) and rest of the day at leisure.
We suggest visiting the Basilica of San Nicola, one of the most important places of worship in Bari and one of the most significant churches of Christianity. Admire the Apulian Romanesque architecture and the crypt that houses the relics of Saint Nicholas. Afterwards, you can stroll through the alleys of Bari Vecchia, the historic heart of the city, admiring the women making orecchiette by hand in the narrow streets, the flower-filled balconies and the small artisan shops.Then head towards the seafront and enjoy a walk along Via Nazario Sauro, one of the most beautiful seafronts in Italy, overlooking the Adriatic Sea and the moored fishing boats.
Overnight stay in Bari at Grand Hotel Oriente or similar.
Day 8 Bari
After breakfast, check of your hotel.
End of our services.
Accommodation
Hotel Golden Tulip Rome Piram
Rome
Hotel Golden Tulip Rome Piram is a splendid destination in the heart of Rome, offering an exceptional experience for travelers seeking luxury and comfort. Its prime location allows guests to easily explore the city's iconic attractions, such as the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain, all within walking distance. The hotel boasts elegantly designed rooms, blending contemporary style with classic Italian touches, ensuring a relaxing retreat after a day of sightseeing. With top-notch amenities, including a rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of Rome's skyline, a fitness center, and exquisite dining options, guests are treated to an unforgettable stay at Hotel Golden Tulip Rome Piram, creating cherished memories of their Roman adventure.
Grand Hotel Europa Palace
Sorrento
Discover the Gulf of Naples' magnificent splendour from the Europa Palace, a lovely Art Nouveau house with a variety of opulent amenities. Enjoy the breathtaking views while relaxing in the free cliff-side pool, or enjoy a leisurely stroll to the exclusive pier. Near Sorrento's historic district, the opulent rooms—many of which have balconies—are flanked by terraces and Mediterranean gardens. The unusual outdoor pool is also reachable by elevator through a cliffside lift. All rooms feature air conditioning and satellite TV for your comfort, and some even have sea views. Candlelit dinners are served on the expansive patio where you may dine while admiring the stars. A delicious selection of Italian and foreign cuisine is served along with a wide selection of wines. Take a boat to Ischia or Capri from the neighbouring port for more exploration. The hotel's handy location makes it a great choice for your stay, whether you want to visit Pompei or go to Capodichino Airport.
Additional information
- This trip can be enjoyed by just about anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. Average physical ability is required such as long walks of a few hours
Excluded
- International airfares and taxes
- Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
- Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
- Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
- Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
- Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
- Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
FAQs
Who are Entire Travel Group?
Welcome to Entire Travel Group. We offer exceptional travel experiences across our extensive range of Entire Holiday Packages, Entire Group Journeys, Entire Rail Journeys, and Entire Cruise Journeys. With our industry-leading Peace of Mind Booking Plan, you can Book Now with flexibility and confidence.
Entire Travel Group is celebrating over 50 years of passionately delivering unique and memorable travel experiences. We are an Australian, family-owned, award-winning business with a friendly team ready to match your expectations to the perfect holiday experience.
Entire Travel Group used to be known by the individual brands shown in the footer of the website. The company has not changed, but we have amalgamated under one brand - Entire Travel Group.
For more details please visit - About Us | Entire Travel Group
Is Entire Travel Group Australian owned and operated?
Entire Travel Group is proudly Australian family owned and operated and as it stands today represents 50 years of experience, progress, and evolution. We proudly support the community with our long-term commitment to many important charity organisations. We were awarded the best operator in our class at the most recent National Travel Industry Awards.
Is Entire Travel Group industry accredited?
Entire Travel Group is both ATAS and CATO Accredited. ATAS is actively administered by the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA). The Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) is the trade association representing the land supply sector of the Australian Travel Industry.
Does Entire Travel Group have industry awards?
Entire Travel Group was honoured at the 2023 National Travel Industry Awards with Most Oustanding Wholesaler - Product / Service.
As our team works tirelessly to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, it was exciting to have this acknowledged with the highest recognition. The award is also a testament to the quality of our partners around the globe, and we take this opportunity to thank them for their tremendous support of our customers.
Are the Entire Travel Group holiday packages exclusive?
In some cases, we are the sole representative in Australia for the overseas travel operator. In other circumstances the product developed has been exclusively built for Entire Travel Group and can’t be found elsewhere.
What’s unique about Entire Travel Group Holiday Packages?
- They are not group tours with set departures - they are pre-designed, purpose built, independent holiday packages full of unique and memorable experiences.
- Our holiday packages have been exclusively built for us in collaboration with our handpicked suppliers, who also offer full on-ground support for the clients.
- We are offering unique travel experiences which cannot be found elsewhere.
- Many packages include our “Freedom of Choice” options which allow you to tailor the holiday experience. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.
- They include our Peace of Mind Booking Plan.
- A wide selection of our packages are compliant with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Covid Safe Travels.
Our motto for Independent Holiday Packages is start your holiday when and with who you want!
Our Independent Holiday Packages are NOT group tours with set departure dates. Group Tours have specific set departure dates, and of course, you are travelling with unknown passengers in a coach. These tours are great for certain travellers and there are many reputable tour operators providing a wide range of options around the world.
At Entire Travel Group, our focus is Independent Holiday Packages. Available daily, they are pre-designed, purpose built, packaged itineraries full of memorable experiences delivered by our hand-picked local partners.
Our holidays suit every demographic, from couples to singles, to retirees to families and everyone else in between.
Why travel with Entire Travel Group?
Of Entire Travel Group's attributes, we have settled on "When Experience Matters" as the quality we believe adds the most value to our customers. We have the experience to ensure your itinerary makes the dream holiday possible. Our continually enhanced technology allows our team to provide a quality customer service experience, and our partnerships with outstanding operators ensure we are confident of the on-ground experience for our customers.
For more details please visit - About Us | Entire Travel Group
How does the Peace of Mind Booking Plan work?
Our Peace of Mind Booking Plan allows you to book with confidence in the new international travel environment. With low deposits, a cooling off period and a flexibility period where you can cancel and rebook later, we really do have you covered.
For more details please visit - Peace of Mind Booking Plan | Entire Travel Group
Is there a cooling-off period?
Look for packages with our Peace of Mind Booking Plan logo on the website.
- We understand that occasionally plans may change, so we give you the confidence to proceed with a cooling off period.
- You may cancel for any reason within 7 days, where you will receive a 100% refund of your $100 per person deposit.
For more details please visit - Peace of Mind Booking Plan | Entire Travel Group
What is Freedom of Choice?
At Entire Travel Group we understand that our customers have their own personal tastes and interests - so throughout our packages look for “Freedom of Choice” which gives you the ability to tailor your holiday from the various experiences offered on selected days. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.
The Freedom of Choice options are included in the package price, and the price remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.
Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days in the itinerary.
- Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day in the itinerary.
- The price of the package remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.
For more details please visit - Freedom of Choice | Entire Travel Group
What is Book Now?
Book Now offers you the ability to make a reservation on our website for Holiday Packages that include our Peace of Mind Booking Plan. But it’s not just a static offer – you have complete flexibility from travel dates, passenger numbers, single supplements, room upgrades, optional extras, flexible booking terms and more.
- Our team will contact our overseas suppliers and confirm all arrangements.
- A Confirmation from our reservation system will be sent in the coming days.
- The Booking Number on this confirmation supersedes the website reference.
What forms of payment can be used at Entire Travel Group?
- To confirm a booking using our on-line Book Now process, a credit card must be used to pay the refundable deposit.
- For additional payments on the booking, Entire Travel Group supports bank transfer, credit card, TravelPay B2B, PaymentGate.
- For further details please visit our Payments page.
How secure is the Entire Travel Group's on-line payment portal?
- Entire Travel Group have partnered with TravelPay to ensure secure on-line credit card payments.
- TravelPay is a level 1 PCI DSS compliant, which gives you peace of mind that your payment card data is in safe hands.
- Entire Travel Group does not store any credit card information.
For more details please visit - Security and Compliance - TravelPay
Can you book my international airfares?
On some Islands Holiday Packages (e.g. Fiji), it is practical to include flights, so where we have done this it is indicated by the plane icon.
However, on the majority of our Holiday Packages, we do not include international flights.
We found that many customers may prefer to:
- Travel on a specific airline of their choice
- Have the flexibility to book flights with Frequent Flyer points
- Select flight dates that may be different to our Holiday Package start/end dates
- Use a Travel Credit already held with the airline
- Use their travel agent for this service
We are able to assist with flights on any Holiday Package, so please just notify us during the Book Now process or contact our team.
Should I take travel insurance?
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. During the Book Now process please confirm you require assistance, and our team will be in contact with you.
What should I do before travelling?
Before you travel it is your responsibility to ensure you have the appropriate documentation including visas. If you are travelling on a passport other than Australian or New Zealand, you will require a permit to re-enter Australia. It is your responsibility as the traveller and/or travel booker to meet all government entry requirements.
For more information please visit - Before you travel | Entire Travel Group
How does a Travel Agent make a booking?
Please visit the Entire Travel Group's Agent Portal. We are here to support our industry partners with a range of informative updates, marketing collateral for campaigns and a reward & recognition program.
How do I start a Booking?
- On any page that has Book Now simply follow the booking process.
- You must select the Travel Agent tick box and provide correct details.
- To confirm a booking only the refundable deposit is required.
- An agency credit card must be used for this initial payment.
How do I contact Entire Travel Group?
For more information please visit - Contact us | Entire Travel Group
SOMEWHERE ELSE TO CONSIDER
Subscribe now for your chance to win
a $500 Travel Voucher
Be the first to hear about our new Holiday Packages