Walking the Amalfi Coast, Italy 

SORRENTO AND FARM WITH TASTING FULL DAY
The day begins with a scenic drive along the Sorrento Peninsula, offering magnificent views of the Bay of Naples and the majestic Mount Vesuvius. We will then take a walking tour of the town of Sorrento: its charming narrow streets, colourful houses, and historic noble palaces will give you a true taste of the Italian way of life.

After exploring Sorrento, we will transfer to a traditional farmstead where you can immerse yourself in authentic rural life. Following a brief walk among the lemon groves, you will have the opportunity to watch the preparation of gnocchi and mozzarella!

The excursion includes:
• Coach transportation for the tour
• Full-day English-speaking guide
• Visit to a farm with tasting of gnocchi and local products

Excursion package - Min 15 pax     Euro 95,00 per person

Excursion package - Min 10 pax     Euro 130,00 per person

CAPRI / ANACAPRI FULL DAY
No holiday in Sorrento would be complete without an excursion to the enchanting island of Capri. Sail across the Bay of Naples to begin a truly unforgettable day. Although small, approximately 4 miles long and 2 miles wide, Capri has been much sung, written about, and admired.

First, you will visit Anacapri, with the possibility to enter the fabulous Villa San Michele (entrance notincluded), once the home of Axel Munthe, a Swedish doctor who chronicled his years on Capri in his best-known book The Story of San Michele. The villa was built on the ruins of a Roman structure and features beautiful gardens and a terrace overlooking the island’s stunning landscapes.

Next, you will visit Capri town centre, which is very chic and world-famous for its main square, dedicated to Umberto I and known as “La Piazzetta.” Here you will find a charming white church and numerous outdoor cafés where you can sit and relax. Beyond the Piazzetta are tree-lined streets full of shops selling island crafts, gold and coral jewellery, shoes, ceramics, prestigious hotels, and typical restaurants.

You will also admire the colourful Gardens of Augustus (entrance not included), which overlook the famous Faraglioni rocks and Marina Piccola, where Gracie Fields once lived.

Finally, you will have some free time for shopping in elegant boutiques, strolling the streets, or simply relaxing on the beach. There is so much to see and do on this paradisiacal island that you will be reluctant to leave.

The excursion includes:
• Transfers Hotel / Port / Hotel
• Full-day English-speaking guide
• Sea transfer Sorrento / Capri / Sorrento
• Minibus on the island for Port / Anacapri / Capri / Port
• Landing tax on the island of Capri

Excursion package - Min 15 pax     Euro 105,00 per person

Excursion package - Min 10 pax     Euro 121,00 per person

Excursion package - Min 08 pax     Euro 135,00 per person

All tours should be paid for in Euros. Optional excursions are not guaranteed and are based on minimum numbers. The prices quoted are guideline only and may involve other non-Solos holidaymakers. The exact amount will be given at your Information Meeting. Your Tour Leader may not necessarily accompany you.

The transfer time from Naples Airport to our hotel is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, depending on weather and traffic.

Three half day guided walks are included in the programme. Your walking guide will advise you in resort of the daily programme. The walking programme is graded as Easy to Medium and you can expect to walk between 3.5 to 7km per day, with some ascents/descents, rough underfoot terrain.

• Punta Campanella & Monte San Costanzo; Distance: about 6.5 km
• Path of the Gods; Distance: about 5.5 km
• Mount Vesuvius; Distance: about 3.4 km

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in your chosen activity holiday. If you are unsure as to whether the walks are within your capabilities, please contact the office to discuss this matter, thus making sure you appreciate the terrain that you will be walking. You could be walking across uneven ground in some areas and extreme care must be taken, especially if wet. If used to using a pole/stick, it is advisable to bring it. Please appreciate the route and content of the holiday may change at the time and at the discretion of the guide/organiser, should conditions require. Solo’s Holidays Ltd cannot be held responsible for personal injury, accident or damage to property whilst on these walks other than incidents arising out of the company’s negligence. The guide has the right to refuse to guide a walk with anyone not properly attired.

It is important that you have the correct footwear. It is essential to wear walking boots that are comfortable and preferably lightweight, with some ankle support and a good grip. If you already have a pair of boots that you are happy walking in (including during hot/wet weather and on hard ground), then bring these along. However, if you are bringing new footwear, do make sure they are well broken in before you arrive. The weather, even in summer, is unpredictable – particularly in mountainous areas. We would therefore recommend you travel with clothing suitable for all conditions, and suggest you use the following checklist as a guideline of what to take:

• Walking boots with good ankle support
• Waterproofs – jacket and trousers
• Walking poles – recommended as they provide good support for the knees, particularly on downhill sections of walks and when conditions are wet/slippery
• Lightweight trousers and shorts with pockets
• Shirts or t-shirts for walking in
• Walking socks – several pairs
• Lightweight fleece or jumper
• Hat & gloves
• Daysack/rucksack for walking
• Umbrella – it can be used also for protection from the sun as well as rain
• Lightweight drinking bottle to carry water whilst walking
• Small first aid kit – plasters, insect repellant, etc
• Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses – the sun’s strength is often multiplied in mountainous areas.

There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below.

Your Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters, and hotel staff of approximately €30.00 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.

Euros

A full 10-year passport is required valid for at least the duration of your stay. Holders of passports with the inscription “British Citizen” or “European Union” do not require a visa. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday.