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Day 1: Rome Arrive at Rome Airport, pick up your rental car, and make your way into the city. Use the rest of the day and evening to settle in and independently explore Rome’s lively streets, piazzas, and cafes at your own pace before your overnight stay.
Day 2: Rome To Explore Spend your morning immersed in the art and history of the Vatican Museums, marveling at the Gallery of Maps, Raphael Rooms, and the breathtaking ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, followed by a visit to majestic St. Peter’s Basilica. In the afternoon, enjoy a skip-the-line guided tour of the Colosseum to learn about ancient gladiatorial games, then walk through the archaeological wonders of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill before an overnight stay in Rome.
Day 3: Rome Tivoli Drive about 70 kilometers to Tivoli to spend your morning exploring the stunning Renaissance gardens and fountains of the UNESCO-listed Villa d’Este. Return to Rome in the afternoon to wander through the historic center, taking in iconic sights such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and views of Castel Sant’Angelo before your overnight stay.
Day 4: Rome, Caserta & Sorrento Area Enjoy a relaxed morning at leisure in Rome before checking out and driving approximately 270 kilometers south toward the Sorrento area. Along the way, stop to tour the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta—an awe-inspiring Baroque masterpiece often compared to Versailles—before completing your drive to check in for the evening in Sorrento.
Day 5: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello Embark on a roughly 70-kilometer drive along one of Europe’s most thrilling coastal roads to experience the legendary Amalfi Coast. Explore the vertical, colorful alleyways and boutiques of Positano, discover the historic maritime charm and stunning cathedral of Amalfi, and visit the elegant cliffside village of Ravello with its panoramic views before returning to your hotel in the Sorrento area for the night.
Day 6: Capri (Overnight Sorrento) Choose between two incredible day trips from your base in the Sorrento area. Opt for a Mediterranean boat excursion to the glamorous island of Capri, sailing past the Sorrento coast to admire stunning sea caves and the iconic Faraglioni rocks, followed by free time to explore Marina Grande and the island at your leisure. Alternatively, drive to Pompeii to walk through the remarkably preserved ancient ruins buried by Mount Vesuvius, then continue to Caserta to tour the breathtaking Baroque Royal Palace before returning to your hotel in the Sorrento area for the night.
Day 7: Matera Taranto Drive approximately 320 kilometers eastward across the scenic landscapes of the Basilicata region to Matera, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Wander through the breathtaking UNESCO-listed “Sassi” stone-carved cave dwellings, famous for their ancient history and cinematic backdrops, before continuing your journey to the Taranto area for your overnight stay.
Day 8:Ostuni &Alberobello Embark on a 170-kilometer day trip starting in Ostuni, the enchanting “White City,” where a labyrinth of whitewashed alleys and stairways leads up to a 15th-century cathedral overlooking a vast green carpet of olive groves. Continue your drive through the picturesque Itria Valley—dotted with traditional rural masseries—to Alberobello to marvel at and photograph the unique, conical stone-roofed Trulli houses before returning to Taranto for the night.
Day 9: Lecce & Galippoli Drive roughly 210 kilometers to explore the Salento peninsula, beginning in Lecce, often called the “Florence of the South.” Admire the city’s stunning Baroque architecture, the Basilica of Santa Croce, and the ancient Roman theater while treating yourself to a traditional Pasticciotto Leccese pastry. Afterward, continue to the coastal gem of Gallipoli, wandering through its fortified historic center situated on an island and surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea, before driving back to your hotel for the night.
Day 10: Departure Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel and check out by 10:00 AM. Drive to your chosen departure airport—whether Bari, Brindisi, Naples, or Rome—to return your rental car and conclude your unforgettable 10-day journey through Southern Italy.
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2027 Rates $Cad Starting From
| Rates valid from 01 Apr - 01 Nov |
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| $1590 pp based on double |
Notes:
Rental vehicle one way drop fees may apply. Each rental day is a fraction of 24 hours, the vehicle must bereturned on time or within the next 59 minutes to avoud extra costs
Supplements: It is possible to add join in city tours.
Platinum insurance, the amount of the deductible will not be charged. The “Platinum” package clears the deductibles provided for all damages,partial, attempted and total theft, including windows, tyres, damage to the roof, damage to the lower part of the vehicle. Damage to the interior and damage caused by vandalism, riots, etc. are excluded
Hotel name reconfirmed 30 days prior to departure: In case of problems the indicated hotels may be replaced with similar category located in the same area of city for towns to a nearby town up to 30 Km distance, where will be possible to realize the program. Incase of hotels fully booked we confirm the booking in a middle-classhotel
The CAD ($) rate is indicative of Euro price and subject to change.
Price per person in CAD $ Dollars.