9 Day Italy from Sorrento to Puglia

Southern Italy Escorted Tour – Sorrento, Amalfi Coast & Puglia (9 Days)

Naples • Sorrento • Capri • Pompeii • Amalfi Coast • Matera • Bari • Alberobello

Experience the sun-soaked beauty of Southern Italy on this 9-day fully escorted journey. From Sorrento’s cliffside charm to the dramatic Amalfi Coast, the ancient city of Matera, and the UNESCO treasures of Puglia, this tour blends history, culture, cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes for an unforgettable adventure.

DAY 1 – Friday: Depart for Italy

Board your flight and begin your Southern Italian adventure, preparing for stunning coastlines, historic towns, and culinary delights.

DAY 2 – Saturday: Arrive in Naples & Transfer to Sorrento

Arrive in Naples and transfer to the seaside town of Sorrento, perched above the sapphire waters of the Gulf of Naples. Meet your Tour Manager at 6 PM for an orientation and welcome dinner. Enjoy panoramic views and the serene evening atmosphere.

Overnight: Sorrento
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3 – Sunday: Leisure Day in Sorrento

Explore Sorrento at your own pace, strolling along charming streets and soaking in cliffside vistas.

Optional: Full-day boat excursion to the enchanting Capri. Wander the stylish streets of Anacapri, savor famous limoncello tastings, stroll La Piazzetta, and enjoy the spectacular Gardens of Augustus with views of the Faraglioni rock formations. Return to Sorrento in the evening.

Overnight: Sorrento
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4 – Monday: Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Views

Drive along the scenic Bay of Naples and witness the majestic Mount Vesuvius. Explore the ancient city of Pompeii, frozen in time by volcanic ash nearly 2,000 years ago. Walk the original streets, visit the Forum, and see temples dedicated to Apollo and Jupiter. Return to Sorrento for leisure in the evening.

Overnight: Sorrento
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5 – Tuesday: Amalfi Coast Scenic Drive & Matera

Embark on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast drive, one of the most scenic routes in the world. See dramatic cliffs, terraced lemon groves, and picturesque seaside villages like Positano. Stop in Amalfi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing inland to the remarkable stone city of Matera. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Overnight: Matera
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6 – Wednesday: Matera & Bari Old Town

Discover the secrets of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its Sassi – ancient stone dwellings carved into rock, dating back to the Paleolithic era. Continue to Bari, capital of Puglia. Explore the narrow streets of Bari Vecchia, visit Bari Cathedral, the Basilica of San Nicola, and the 12th-century Castello Normanno-Svevo. Evening at leisure to enjoy local cuisine in bustling piazzas.

Overnight: Bari
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7 – Thursday: Leisure Day in Bari

Spend the day at leisure or choose an optional full-day tour to Trani, a charming harbor town with its 12th-century cathedral, coastal olive groves, and delicious local cuisine paired with extra-virgin olive oil tastings. Return to Bari in the evening.

Overnight: Bari
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 – Friday: Masseria Lunch & Alberobello

Visit a traditional Masseria (farmhouse) for a regional lunch with local wine. Explore Alberobello, famous for its prehistoric dry-stone huts called Trulli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Evening farewell dinner with your Tour Manager.

Overnight: Bari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 – Saturday: Depart Italy

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of Southern Italy’s coast, history, and cuisine.

Meals: Breakfast

✨ Tour Highlights

• Roundtrip flights New York – Naples / Bari – New York

• 7 Nights First-Class Accommodations: 3 Sorrento, 1 Matera, 3 Bari

• 11 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners

• Modern Air-Conditioned Motor Coach

• Professional English-Speaking Tour Manager & Local Guides

• Entrance Fees to Key Sites & Attractions

• Hotel Taxes, Porterage & Gratuities Included

• Wireless Audio Headsets for Guided Tours