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Rome, Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast

12-day rail and coach tour from London through Italy to the Amalfi Coast

Illustration of Rome, Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast

Rail Tours' 12-day Rome, Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast tour begins in London with a meeting at the Eurostar departure office and crosses France by rail, arriving in Chambery the first evening. The journey continues by train to Rome, where a full day of guided sightseeing covers the Forum and Trevi Fountain before free afternoon exploration. From Rome, passengers travel by high-speed train to Naples and then by coach to Sorrento, where they base for seven nights. During this week, the itinerary includes a train ride on the Campania Express to the ruins of Pompeii, a coach excursion to Herculaneum, and a boat cruise to Capri. Days 7 and 9 are free to explore at leisure. The tour concludes with a coach transfer to Naples, a high-speed train ride north to Turin, and a return journey via Paris to London. A Tour Manager accompanies the group throughout.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price of GBP 2,715 does not include international flights to London; Eurostar and Italian rail are included.
  • Day 11 offers an optional flight return from Naples rather than rail via Paris; confirm the route that suits you before booking.
  • Seven nights in one hotel base (Sorrento) make this trip relaxed, but only three full days are guided; Days 7 and 9 are entirely free.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Chambery

    To Chambery

    Our journey begins at London St Pancras International, where you meet your group and Tour Manager at Great Rail Journeys' dedicated Departure Office. From here, we board the Eurostar, travelling to Paris and continue by highspeed TGV to Chambery, where we overnight.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Rome

    To Rome

    We travel by rail to Rome, Italy's bustling capital, today.

  3. Day 3overnight: Rome

    The Eternal City

    Our full day in Rome begins with a guided tour, during which we take in the city's most iconic sights, including the Forum and the Trevi Fountain. Following the tour, you are free to spend your afternoon savouring the sights and sounds of Rome's seductive beauty.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Sorrento

    To Sorrento

    We continue today by high-speed train to Naples, where a coach meets us to take us to Sorrento and our hotel.

  5. Day 5overnight: Sorrento

    Amalfi Coast

    We set out along the Amalfi Coast road, which gives incredible views over the shimmering bay and the rugged island of Capri.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Sorrento

    Pompeii

    This morning we catch the Campania Express train (Standard Class) to Pompeii, the world-renowned town tragically buried by ash following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD.

  7. Day 7overnight: Sorrento

    Free day in Sorrento

    You are at leisure on Day 7 to explore Sorrento and the surrounding regions.

  8. Day 8overnight: Sorrento

    Herculaneum

    We travel by coach today to Herculaneum, a city of Roman ruins that was destroyed by an earthquake in 62 AD.

  9. Day 9overnight: Sorrento

    Free day

    Day 9 is free.

  10. Day 10overnight: Sorrento

    Capri Cruise

    We cruise to Capri, the beautiful island famed for its stunning views, rocky seashores and scenic charm.

  11. Day 11railovernight: Turin

    To Turin

    Today we transfer by coach to Naples joining the high-speed rail service to Turin, where we overnight. If you are returning by air, you will transfer to Naples airport today for your flight home.

  12. Day 12

    Return home

    We continue home to London via Paris.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board the Eurostar at London St Pancras, crossing to Paris and continuing on the high-speed TGV to Chambery.
  • Day 3Guided tour of Rome's Forum and Trevi Fountain, followed by free time in the afternoon.
  • Day 6Ride the Campania Express train to Pompeii and explore the Roman town buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
  • Day 10Boat cruise to Capri to see its rocky seashores and scenic views.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes Eurostar from London to Paris, the TGV high-speed service to Chambery and Rome, the Campania Express to Pompeii, and a high-speed train from Naples to Turin. Flights are not included; you arrange your own to London.
Is the tour escorted?
Yes. A Tour Manager travels with the group throughout the 12 days.
What are the hotels?
One night in Chambery, two in Rome, seven in Sorrento, and one in Turin. The pack does not name the specific hotels.
How much is included?
Rail travel, accommodation, a guided tour of Rome, excursions to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Capri, and coach transport. Meals are not listed in the evidence.
How many free days are there?
Days 7 and 9 in Sorrento are entirely free. Day 3 afternoon in Rome is free after the guided tour.

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