Excursions
The nearby islands, Pompeya and Ercolano Together with us to the pearls of the Gulf
To get the know this legendary land in all its immensity, an out-of-town excursion is a must. There are many places to look around to which we organise excursions and tours. Ask at reception for more information and to book.
Ischia in minibus half-day
(Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays)
The largest of the Flegrean Islands, 46 km2, is rich in history, culturo-artistic testimony, interesting monuments, ancient churches, villages of a typically Mediterranean architecture and numerous thermal springs. The trip around the island allows you to get to know the most characteristic points of the island and to admire its panoramas and beautiful views, difficult to achieve in other locations.
Brief stops are made during the tour, in the particularly interesting corners of the six municipalities of the "Green Island": Ischia, Casamicciola Terme, Lacco Ameno, Forio, Serrara Fontana and Barano; in particular, there is a stop of around an hour in S. Ángel, an old fishing village.
Leave from the hotel first thing in the afternoon. Lasts about 4 hours.
Ischia in minibus full-day
(Mondays and Thursdays)
So that you become familiar with Ischia, don't miss our full-day trip around the island, which will allow you to visit the most beautiful and interesting areas of the island. With a specialised guide to accompany you, you will visit the Museum of Santa Restituta in Forio, the Mennella ceramics factory in Casamicciola, the Aragonese Castle at Ischia Ponte.
The journey continues in the direction of Barano - Serrara Fontana. For lunch, you will stop in the higher part of the island. Then you will continue in the direction of Panza and Sant'Angelo with a stop of around an hour. In Cuotto you will all be invited to a wine-tasting session. The visit to the famous Poseidon Gardens will be unforgettable. The price includes: tickets, lunch (with wine and mineral water).
Sorrento - Amalfi - Positano - Ravello
(Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays)
Sorrento. Celebrated by poets and singers, this is the pearl of the peninsula with the same name. International tourist destination famous for its scented citrus groves from which the excellent "limoncello" is also produced.
Amalfi. The seat of one of the four glorious marine Republics, it will spell-bind you.
Positano. Small and colourful, it offers tourists a unique feeling. A must-see.
Ravello. An ancient village located high over a panorama of suburban beauty. Wagner fell in love with the site and took inspiration from it.
OAt 6:00 , pick-up. 6.40, leave for Naples. Vico Equense is in the direction of the highway Napoli-Castellammare, then the scenic route to get to Sorrento. Stop and look around the city, 40 mins. Continuing along the Amalfi Coast, we'll admire Positano from above. We stop along the coast at prearranged spots to enjoy and photograph the unique panorama. Visit Amalfi, walk downtown, the Cathedral of St. Andrew and the adjoining cloister. From Amalfi, we continue to Ravello. Visit to the charming Villa Rufolo. Return through the Lattari Mountains up the highway to Naples. 19.00, return back at Ischia.
Pompei - Sorrento - Amalfi
(Thursday)
Pompei, once a thriving and opulent town in Roman times, was destroyed in the eruption of the Vesuvius in 79 AD. Today, it is an important testimony of an era. Situated in an archeological region, it is virtually a big museum out in the open.
Sorrento, celebrated by poets and bards, is the pearl of the homonym Peninsula. This international tourist destination is also famous for its fragrant citrics, which are used to prepare the best "lemoncello”.
Amalfi. The base of one of the four glorious “Maritime Republics”, it gives off a colorful, enchanting charm.
06.00 a.m. Collection. 06.40 a.m. Setting off through Naples. We reach Pompeii. Pompeii, guided tour to excavations, 2 hours,; Sorrento visit and free city tour, 30 min. Amalfi, visit to the city center, Cathedral and Cloister. 7:00 p.m. Return to Ischia
Pompei - Vesuvius
(Wednesday, Friday and Sunday)
Pompei, once a thriving and opulent town in Roman times, was destroyed in the eruption of the Vesuvius in 79 AD. Today, it is an important testimony of an era. Situated in an archeological region, it is virtually a big museum out in the open.
Vesuvius: one of the few active volcanoes in Europe, located in the Gulf of Naples, to which it confers a spectacular scenery, turning it into a natural amphitheater lined by the Partenopea Islands. There are several natural phenomena to be observed; do not miss the sparkles of the black lava stone
06.00 a.m. Collection. 06.40 a.m. Setting off through Naples. We reach Pompeii. Guided tour to excavations and stop (2 hours aprox). Lunch break. We continue to the Vesuvius. The tour will be led by an expert who will comment on the place’s history, geology and natural phenomena. 7.00 p.m. Return to Ischia
Ercolano - Paestum
(Wednesday)
Ercolano. Ancient city destroyed in 79 AD by the eruption of the Vesuvius, an unmissable stop for those wishing to discover the artistic, cultural and archeological patrimony of Campania. The city was covered with a thick layer of mud and ashes, which has allowed for the finding of many pieces in perfect conditions. Some remarkable features include the famous "papyrus" and the villages in the "Golden Mile".
Paestum. Declared Patrimony of Humanity by the Unesco in 1968, the small Salernitan town preserves one of the most important European Archeological Parks. Founded by Greek colonists in VIII BC, it soon became one of the main cities of the "Great Greece". Apart from the various temples of purely Doric style you should definitely visit the Necropolis and the museum adjacent to the excavations.
06.00 a.m. Collection. 06.40 a.m. Set off through Naples. 7:00 p.m. Return to Ischia.
Naples Today and Yesterday by Bus
(Thursday)
Setting off from Ischia through Pozzuoli, we continue by bus across Naples. Sightseeing of the city. Guided excursion to Piazza del Gesu. We will take a walk around the old quarter, the bisagra gates and the decumani. Stop and visit to the Churches of Chiara, Gesu Nuovo, Maiolicato Cloister and the "Subterranean Naples", with remains of the Greco-Roman city. Lunch Break. In the afternoon, we visit the monument area: Piazza del Municipio, Galleria Umberto, Piazza del Plebiscito and the superb buildings of the San Carlo Theater, Edificio Real (Royal Building) and the Church of S. Francesco de Paola. Return to Ischia.
Caserta - Montecassino
(Thursday)
La Reggia di Caserta. The Royal Palace of Caserta with its Park, Vanvitelli’s Aqueduct and the San Leucio complex are also Patrimony of Humanity by UNESCO. Charles III of Bourbon wanted it to resemble the Royal Palace of Versailles. Vanvitelli’s work is seen by many visitors who, year by year, are utterly fascinated by it. The suggestive landscape has also enabled the construction of several fountains, linking the Italian "Garden" in the Northern side to the pure “English style" in the South.
Montecassino. Founded by S. Benedetto around 529 on the ruins of a pre-existing sacred citadel, the Abbey of Montecassino was reborn several times. Bombarded during the Second World War, today it has been reconstructed in its exact original style. Apart from the Church and the war cemetery, you may want to visit its important Museum.
06.00 a.m. Collection. 06.40 a.m. Setting off through Naples. Motorway to Caserta. Visit to the Royal Palace. Bus turn and walk around he park to admire the famous waterfalls. Lunch Break. Visit to the Abbey. 7:00 p.m. Return to Ischia..
Naples on Foot
(Friday)
We set off from Ischia towards Naples, Molo Beverello. On foot we reach the Piazza Gesu Nuovo; visit to the Curch and steeple. We go on to the Monastery of Santa Chiara and its cloister; then, Piazza San Domenico Mayor, San Gregorio Armenio with its craftwork market and worlwide famous cribs. The excursion continues with a visit to the Cathedral and the "Treasure" of San Genaro. Stop in the spectacular Pizza Napolitana. The afternoon will be devoted to the modern center, with a visit to Galleria Umberto, San Carlo Theater, Real Edificio (Royal Building), Piazza Plebiscito. "Napul'è" Piazza del Municipio, with its Angevin Capri to have some "caldacalda" and a magnificent "tazzulell' and coffee. Return to Ischia.
Ischia by Ship
ONE DAY SAILINg TOWARDS ADVENTURE AND FUN
One day sailing to adventure and fun on board of a splendid 13-meter ship equipped with kitchen, bathroom, wide solarium and sunshades. Sailing the wonderful coast of Ischita you will discover the true magic of the most suggestive and typical places of our “small paradise”. We will visit many caves, small bays and some coves accessible only by sea. We will watch the world from another perspective, lying in the sun… The staff on board will act as "Cicero", leading you to discover many curious facts about the history and myths of our island. During stops you may also enjoy some typical dishes of the Mediterranean cuisine, savouring the fragrances of our land and sea.
Discovering Procida
The Island of a thousand colors
Meeting at the Pomeridiano, by ship through Procida: the island of a thousand colors. Once in the island, we will be picked up by the "microtaxis", nice three-wheel scooters, unique in their folk style, which will take us on an inner tour across the island, until we reach "Terra Murata" (“Walled Land”), a medieval citadel with the beautiful Abbey of San Michele Arcangel, a Library that dates back to 1500 and the Roman catacombs. In the afternoon we get back on board of the ship to return to Ischia.
Capri by Ship
The blue island
We sail by motorboat from Forio at 7.55 a.m. and from Ischia at 8:30 a.m. towards Capri. With a tour guide we travel by microbus to the high zone of the island: Anacapri. We walk along a spectacular panoramic street, which offers a magnificent view of the whole Gulf of Naples. On foot we visit the old quarters, characterized by its small stores, until we reach the "Capri in Miniature" Museum. Lunch Break. We return to Capri by bus for a visit, only on foot, to the famous Piazzetta of Capri to reach the splendid "Gardens of Augusta", with a view over the Farallones (cliffs) and over the famous Marina Piccola (little resort-like bay). Near the Garden it is possible to visit the Monastery of Cartuja, XIVES sec. and a factory of local perfumes. Relax or Shopping break, 1 hour and a half. It is also possible to take the sea excursion to the Blue Grotto. 4:00 p.m: Return to Ischia.
