CAPRI
In the gulf of Naples we find the Isle of Capri, the Pearl
of the Mediterranean Sea. Capri, situated in an emerald
and turquoise sea, the Island of Dreams, has enchanted
many people with the incomparable beauty of its rugged
landscape, the mildness of its climate, the richness of
its vegetation and its characteristic small white houses.
Leaving Rome in a southerly direction you take the "Highway
of the Sun" crossing the fertile Roman countryside
and the area known as "Castelli Romani". Approximately
halfway along the highway you will be able to see the
Abbey of Montecassino noted for its famous battle and
complete destruction during the Second World War. Arriving
in Naples you will board the Jet boat for the 45 minute
crossing to Marina Grande, the port of Capri. Here you
will then board motorboats and enter the Blue Grotto (if
weather and sea conditions permit).
Minibuses are then
used for a panoramic tour eventually arriving at Anacapri
situated at 280 metres above sea level from where you
will have a wonderful view of the Bay of Naples. After
lunch in a local restaurant, you will then have some free
time to take unforgettable photographs and purchase local
products before returning to Marina Grande to board the
boat back to Naples.
Entering the port
of Naples, don't miss this opportunity to admire the splendid
Maschio Angioino (a fortress of the 12th century), the
Certosa of San Martino and the Royal Palace. After disembarking
you will then take the coach for the return journey of
approx 3 hours, back to Rome.
Useful Information:
During the journey from Rome to Naples, it will not
always be possible to make a stop, but the boats for Capri
have bar and restroom facilities. We would recommend that
you wear comfortable clothes and especially comfortable
shoes to assist you when boarding the boats. During high
season there may be delays in boarding the boats and minibuses
and we ask you to pay particular attention to your guide
to avoid getting separated from your group.
N.B. If the sea
conditions are so bad as to not permit the boats to leave
from Naples to Capri, it will be necessary to substitute
this tour with the tour of Pompeii (tour 15) and the difference
in price will be reimbursed.
