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Rome, Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast
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Rail Tours (rail-tours.co.uk) · Train Tour
Puglia & Basilicata
Starting in the capital city of Rome, discover some of the most idyllic and panoramic scenes of the south of Italy, including clusters of historic villages, breathtaking natural beauty, and azure seas.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Chambery
Chambery and Rome
Meet your Tour Manager at Great Rail Journeys' dedicated departure office in London St Pancras, departing by Eurostar to Paris. On arrival, we travel to rail by Chambery, where we overnight.
- Day 2overnight: Rome
To Rome
We continue south to Italy, travelling via Milan to Rome. We dine together at a local restaurant this evening.
- Day 3overnight: Rome
Rome
We begin our time in Rome with a fabulous guided tour, exploring some of the many fantastic sights and monuments in this remarkable 'Eternal City'. This afternoon, you are at leisure, perhaps to continue exploring further.
- Day 4railovernight: Lecce
To Puglia
We travel by rail to Puglia, taking us through some of Italy's most beautiful scenery.
- Day 5overnight: Lecce
Lecce
This morning, we enjoy a guided walking tour of Lecce, and visit the decorative Chiesa di Santa Croce. This afternoon, you are at leisure to continue exploring Lecce.
- Day 6overnight: Lecce
Otranto
This morning, we travel to Otranto. We take a guided tour then venture out into the countryside to sample olive oil, as well as take a tour of an olive mill.
- Day 7overnight: Lecce
Matera and Alberobello
Our full-day coach tour takes us to explore Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Alberobello. Both of these fascinating towns are filled with history as well as fascinating examples of architecture, with some buildings dating back to the 8th century.
- Day 8overnight: Lecce
Free day
Day 8 is free.
- Day 9overnight: Vieste
Gargano Peninsula
We leave Lecce this morning, travelling along the Adriatic coastline to Foggia. Here, we transfer by coach to Vieste.
- Day 10overnight: Vieste
Gargano Peninsula by boat
We explore the Gargano Peninsula by boat, passing the many caves cut into the cliffs, and the idyllic, secluded coves that feature regularly on the shoreline.
- Day 11overnight: Vieste
Free day in Vieste
You are at leisure on your final day in Vieste.
- Day 12overnight: Turin
To Turin
We transfer to Turin, where we overnight.
- Day 13rail
Return home
We travel by high-speed rail to Paris. Here, we connect with the Eurostar to London, and our tour concludes on arrival.
