Travel to Southern Italy


Trip description

A stay in southern Italy will lead you from eternal Rome to the splendid natural park of Abruzzo, passing through a multitude of towns and villages to the breathtaking heritage, but also through absolutely sumptuous natural spaces. Naples, Capri, Calabria and Bari are, among other things, the programme.

Day 1: Rome - Day 1

Day 2: Rome - Day 2

Day 3: Rome - Day 3

Day 4: Naples - Day 1

Day 5: Naples - day 2

Day 6: Pompeii and Herculanum

Day 7: Capri

Day 8: Calabria Forests

Day 9: Matera and Alberobello

Day 10: Bari

Day 11: Ostuni and its beaches

Day 12: Lecce

Day 13: Otrante, the Botte Heel

Day 14: National Park of Abruzzo

Day 1 : Rome - Day 1

Day1 : Rome - Day 1 ©Author's Image


Start your visit by the city symbol: the Coliseum. Next, let us spoil you with the discovery of the Roman and Imperial forums and the Palatine mount. A walk in this magnificent site will immerse you in the heart of Rome's origins and its ancient grandeur. Then go to Santa Maria in Aracoeli, where you can enjoy a splendid perspective from Rome. After a well-deserved break, head to the Campo Marzio and then join the Campo dei Fiori. Depending on the time, you can first take advantage of the aperitif or directly choose the place where you will dine.




Day 2 : Rome - Day 2

Day2 : Rome - Day 2 ©Author's Image


Visit the Campo Marzio in the Renaissance streets and streets of the old Rome. The route starts from Piazza Navona to finish at Farnese Square. You will discover the Senate, la Sapienza, the Campo dei Fiori and the most beautiful churches of the Renaissance. In the afternoon, visit the Ghetto, Tibérine Island and Trastevere. In the evening you can stay in the neighbourhood and enjoy its atmosphere.




Day 3 : Rome - Day 3

Day3 : Rome - Day 3 ©Author's Image


Discovery of Roman Baroque. To start the day, visit the Vatican and its museums, especially the Sistine Chapel. In the afternoon, discover the Trevi Fountain by passing through Piazza di Spagna and the church of La Trinité-des-Monts, then passing through Condotti street, Mecca of luxury shops in Rome. For the evening, you go back either on the Trevi side, because the atmosphere of the fountain, when it is illuminated, is extraordinary, as is the crowd. Otherwise, let's finish your stay on the side of Piazza del Popolo.




Day 4 : Naples - Day 1

Day4 : Naples - Day 1 ©Puckillustrations - Fotolia


This will only be a discovery of the inevitable of this great city. An archaeological or medieval route, baroque or rococo, Naples has a thousand treasures. Visit of the city. Walk in the historic centre and view of the Gulf of Naples via Caracciolo. See also Museo Archeologico (antiques) or the Capodimonte museum (Renaissance and Baroque).




Day 5 : Naples - day 2



Second day in the warm Naples, and visit the corners of the city that missed you the day before.




Day 6 : Pompeii and Herculanum

Day6 : Pompeii and Herculanum ©Stéphan SZEREMETA


This day will be devoted to visiting the ancient cities: Pompeii and its famous Vesuvius, and Herculaneum, remote from only 10 to km.




Day 7 : Capri

Day7 : Capri ©Tom Pepeira - Iconotec


Of the three islands anchored in the Gulf of Naples, Capri remains the most famous and tourist. A-peaks vertigineux, turquoise waters, magnificent coves, elegant villas in terraces, caves and unique panorama narguent the visitor. The emperors Auguste and Tiberius were marched to his charm and built villas. The th century "rediscovered" the island that became a resort for many painters, writers and artists.




Day 8 : Calabria Forests

Day8 : Calabria Forests ©François JANNE DOTHEE


The calabraises mountains are covered with green forests, the region's jewel. After a descent along the Gulf of Salerno, then Policastro, it is a good thing to lose among the peaks of northern Calabria. The Pollino National Park, with its oaks, beech trees, fir and pine trees, will enchant you. Departures from the remote villages and night in a farm... The noise of Naples and the clinquante beauty of Capri are already far away in this region with wild charm.




Day 9 : Matera and Alberobello

Day9 : Matera and Alberobello ©Apollon - Iconotec


Visit of the Sassi (cave dwellings), the archaeological, historical and natural park of the rock churches and the Originale del Peccato original. If you still have time, visit the Duomo, the Museo Ridola and the Palazzo Lafranchi. Departure from Matera in Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The. Valley, typical of the Blanche valley painted with white lime and inimitable conical roofs. The hotel was very clean and comfortable.




Day 10 : Bari

Day10 : Bari ©Author's Image


Visit of the old town of Bari and its two most beautiful religious buildings: Saint-Nicolas Basilica and San Sabino Cathedral. Continue the promenade by the Castello, built by Frédéric⠀ - II in 1233 and finish by the Archaeological Museum or the mural.




Day 11 : Ostuni and its beaches

Day11 : Ostuni and its beaches ©Jorisvo - iStockphoto


Departure in the morning for Martina Franca. Visit of the old town and its Palazzo Ducale (now city hall). Arrival in the afternoon in Ostuni. Enjoy the old town and its cathedral. Finish your day at the Marina di Ostuni.




Day 12 : Lecce

Day12 : Lecce ©Bruno BARILLARI - Fotolia


Arrival in Lecce, surnommée⠀ - la Florence baroque. Visit of Piazza Sant'Oronzo with its amphitheatre, the palazzo del Seggio, piazza del Duomo and many churches scattered across, especially Santa Croce, the masterpiece of the city.




Day 13 : Otrante, the Botte Heel

Day13 : Otrante, the Botte Heel ©Agence de Promotion de Madère


Departure for the former capital capital of Otranto, the last Byzantine bastion in Italy. Visit of the old town, the Aragonese castle and its cathedral. Finish your day at Porto Badisco, a beautiful beach one kilometre south of the city.




Day 14 : National Park of Abruzzo

Day14 : National Park of Abruzzo ©François JANNE D'OTHÉE


Once the magical promontory of the Gargano, in the northern part of Puglia, you enter the enchanting land of Molise and Abruzzo. The abundance of forests and the high plateaus have a unique fauna in Italy: it is the last refuge of the brown bear and the Apennines wolf. Only the lucky ones can see these two protected species, among the quarantine mammals living in the park. Bring a good pair of binoculars to admire the 300 different species of birds flying their wings over the park. Night on site, in a farm of Abruzzo, or road towards your departure town.




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