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Italy

Sorrento & the Breathtaking Amalfi Coast

Program No. 23156RJ
Discover fascinating Roman and Arab history, delicious Italian delicacies and breathtaking scenery along the Amalfi Coast and Sorrento when the crowds have left and the weather is mild.

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At a Glance

Explore the idyllic Amalfi coast and Sorrento, where colorful houses are carved out of cliffs and sailboats bob on the turquoise Tyrrhenian Sea. Uncover the hidden history, art and customs of the ancient Romans and Arabs as you explore underground cities and captivating ruins with local experts. Explore the treasures of this Italian gem and learn about its unique culture while taking in the magnificent, uninterrupted landscapes.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two and a half miles; some uneven ground and cobblestones. Stairs without railings. Standing for at least one hour and a half.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Explore a city frozen in time as you weave through the ruins of Pompeii with a local expert who will provide insight on art, customs and trades from centuries ago.
  • Get to know Naples like a local as you navigate this lively city’s history-laden streets with your local expert.
  • Cilento, home to world’s best-preserved Greek temples (Paestum) and to the Certosa, a Baroque masterpiece of history, art and spirituality, an important monument of European art history for its architectural magnificence and abundance of artistic treasures.
Featured Expert
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Alessandra Sarappa
Alessandra Sarappa was born and raised in Rome. She studied English at Rice University in Texas before spending seven years in the UK. She was part of the cabin crew at British Airways for 25 years, and worked with English customers in Sorrento as a customer resort helper for Jet2Holidays for one summer. She then became a group leader for companies including AG Boutique in Rome, Laser Jet in Riccione, and the Aloschi Bros cruise agency. Her interests range from art to nature and gastronomy.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Alessandra Sarappa View biography
Alessandra Sarappa was born and raised in Rome. She studied English at Rice University in Texas before spending seven years in the UK. She was part of the cabin crew at British Airways for 25 years, and worked with English customers in Sorrento as a customer resort helper for Jet2Holidays for one summer. She then became a group leader for companies including AG Boutique in Rome, Laser Jet in Riccione, and the Aloschi Bros cruise agency. Her interests range from art to nature and gastronomy.
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Simone Spinazze was born in Rome. Thanks to his father’s job, he had the chance to spend long periods of his youth in different countries. He studied performing arts. He thinks that becoming a group leader is a natural consequence of these two main interests in his life. He keeps traveling and loves knowing people and showing them his beautiful country. He currently lives with his wife and kid in Bolsena, a medieval village upon a beautiful lake not far from Orvieto, Umbria.
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Caterina Zanobetti View biography
Caterina Zanobetti is a licensed group leader because she loves arts, history, and visitors' curiosity. She likes telling stories, legends, and sharing the emotion of discovering the towns and beautiful places of her country. She was born in Rome, but has lived in Florence since she was a teenager. After working several years in an import-export, she decided to turn her passion into a job, and studied to become a group leader.
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Sonia Chiarellotto is a group leader working in Italy since 2013. She received her B.S. in tourism in 2006. She is a native Italian speaker and fluent in English; she also speaks some French and Spanish. She teaches Italian to foreigners and holds Italian courses in the Veneto region and in Puglia. She is an environmental guide and has specific knowledge of leading groups in natural surroundings and in trekking both in mountainous terrain and in coastal hillside areas.
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