SAIL THE BAY OF NAPLES Blue-Roads | Europe
Cruise along the beautiful Bay of Naples as we navigate our way through idyllic islands scattered with stunning beaches, numerous café-lined streets and historic remains from the Roman Empire.
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BEHNSNN-9 Thank You for Choosing Blue-Roads
Thank you for choosing to travel with Back-Roads Touring. We can’t wait for you to join us on the mini-coach!
About Your Tour Notes THE BLUE-ROADS DIFFERENCE Sail through some of Italy’s most beautiful and historic islands These tour notes contain everything you need to know Enjoy a walking tour of Sorrento before your tour departs – including where to meet, what to bring with you and what you can expect to do Explore the Amphitheatre of Pozzuoli on each day of your itinerary. You can also print this and Terme di Baia in Pozzuoli document out, use it as a checklist and bring it with you on tour. TOUR CURRENCIES
+ Italy - EUR Please Note: We recommend that you refresh this document one week before your tour departs to ensure you have the most up-to-date accommodation list and itinerary information available. Your Itinerary
DAY 1 | NAPLES - MARINA DI STABIA
After our transfer from Naples, we’ll begin our tour in the Marina Di Stabia harbour near Sorrento, where we’ll board our boat – a traditional gulet boat crafted from mahogany and iroko. This afternoon we’ll enjoy welcome cocktails on the sundeck before settling down to a welcome dinner together.
MEALS: Dinner
DAY 2 | MARINA DI STABIA - SORRENTO - MARINA DI STABIA - POZZUOLI
What better way to start the day than with a walking tour of Sorrento after a delightful breakfast on board? Perched atop steep cliffs overlooking the busy marinas, the city is known for stunning sea views and café-lined streets. We’ll return to our boat mid-day to enjoy lunch and head off towards the harbour of Pozzuoli. This evening we’ll tuck into a lovely dinner before turning in for the night.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
DAY 3 | POZZUOLI - PROCIDA
Today we’ll take in all of the impressive sights Pozzuoli has to offer, such as the Amphitheatre of Pozzuoli and Terme di Baia. Then, it’s over to you to spend lunch at your own leisure. In the afternoon, we’ll continue strolling through the city before returning to our boat and cruising to Procida while enjoying our dinner.
MEALS: Breakfast Dinner DAY 4 | PROCIDA - ISLAND OF ISCHIA
In the morning we’ll visit the beautiful island of Ischia, where we’ll explore the Aragonese Castle that stands on a volcanic rocky islet connecting to the larger island. Afterwards, there will be plenty of time to discover the island for yourself before we return to the boat in the afternoon. This evening, we’ll enjoy a group dinner on board.
MEALS: Breakfast Dinner
DAY 5 | ISLAND OF ISCHIA - VENTOTENE
This morning will be spent navigating to the island of Ventotene with your Tour Leader. When we get there, the rest of the day will be yours to explore the island at your own pace. Be sure to explore the Roman remains and take some stunning photographs of the famous lighthouse! In the evening, we’ll climb back aboard for another dinner together.
MEALS: Breakfast Dinner
DAY 6 | VENTOTENE - PONZA
We’ll cruise to the incredible Ponza this morning, where you’ll be free to explore the island as you wish. After taking a look at Palmarola and some fascinating grottos, you can stroll through the Giardino Botanico Ponziano botanical garden or just spend the day on one of the island’s beautiful beaches. In the evening, we’ll return to the boat for dinner.
MEALS: Breakfast Dinner
DAY 7 | PONZA - MARINA DI STABIA
Today we’ll set sail back to Marina Di Stabia – and revel in some breathtaking views along the way. Relax and enjoy a light lunch on board as you soak up the sun and watch the Mediterranean scenery roll by. In the evening, we’ll tuck into our final dinner together on board the boat.
MEALS: Breakfast Lunch Dinner DAY 8 | MARINA DI STABIA - NAPLES
Enjoy your last breakfast with your fellow travellers before the tour comes to an end as we transfer back to Naples. Tour Information
Meals Blue-Roads Travel App INCLUDED MEALS
Breakfast (B) is included daily. Why not check in for your tour using the Back- Some of your lunches and dinners are also Roads app? included, either in hotels or local restaurants. This handy tool allows you to view your These are indicated by (L) and (D) in the bookings, check your itinerary, see tour maps itinerary. and more – making it the perfect travel Please note that drinks will not always be companion for your Back-Roads trip. included. How to Download the Back-Roads app We will do our best to accommodate any specific dietary requirements you may have. 1. Launch the App Store or Google Play on Please ensure to make these clear to us your device before your tour begins so we can 2. Search ‘Back-Roads’ and click ‘OK’ communicate them to our hotels, restaurants 3. Select the Back-Roads app in the search and suppliers. results 4. Click the download/install button 5. The app should be installed in your device’s applications page
Other Information
Finances
CHANGING MONEY SPENDING MONEY CASH: Foreign money can be changed at Naturally, everyone’s spending varies. Many of banks, airports, railway and tube stations, and your meals are included in the price of your at major hotels (though at a less favourable tour, so this just leaves a few meals and your rate) personal spending to budget for. CREDIT CARDS: Visa and MasterCard are widely Tips for the Tour Leader and Driver are not accepted. American Express is only accepted in included. Tipping is entirely at your some larger establishments discretion; however, if you feel you have CASH MACHINES: ATMS are widely available received exceptional service, it is recommended that you tip £1-2/€ per day for Drivers and £4-5/€ per day for Tour Leaders.
Insurance Passports and Visas
You will need to take out full travel insurance We advise you either to carry a photocopy of before travelling with Back-Roads Touring. your passport (and visa, if applicable) with you Please ensure that you have adequate medical, while abroad, or to ensure that you leave a personal effects and cancellation cover. copy with relatives back at home. We recommend that you carry your insurance This will enable the local embassy or high details with you at all times. You may be asked commission to arrange a replacement if the to provide details of your medical insurance or original should be lost or stolen. a payment guarantee in some countries before If you do take copies with you on your trip, medical assistance can be provided. please ensure that you keep these separate Your insurance company may not assist you from your original documents. with your claim if the instructions given in the It is your responsibility to obtain any visas policy have not been followed. necessary to enable you to travel in Europe or Asia. Contact your local consular office for more information. Transport
We travel in premium mini-coaches equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning and large windows for enjoying the view. With far more flexibility than a standard-size coach, we’re able to take the scenic route – winding through beautiful countryside to the heart of tiny villages and coastal towns. What to Bring
Suggested Packing List Wondering what to take with you on tour? Our packing list can be used as a guide. Please Note: What you pack will depend on the countries you’re visiting and the time of year you plan to travel. The following is a suggested clothing list only, based on our experience:
Sun hat Sunglasses Shorts/skirts Long-sleeved tops Short-sleeved tops Trousers Light jacket Waterproof jacket and Warm jacket umbrella Walking shoes/comfortable shoes Smart casual evening Sleepwear Swimwear and towel wear
Other things to pack:
Multi-use travel adapter Camera Batteries Phone Personal medication Sunscreen Paracetamol or aspirin
OPTIONALS TO CONSIDER:
Motion sickness tablets Anti-diarrhoea tablets Sewing kit Lip balm
That's it!
We look forward to seeing you on tour.